St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 St John the Evangelist Church Kenilworth Trustees, Annual Report st Year Ended 31 December 2024 Charity No. 1126412 Here to bring real change
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 This Trustees, Annual Report relates to activities for the year ended 31 sl Dember 2024 of The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St. John The Evangelist, Kenilworth, which is situated at 205 Warwick Road, Kenilworth. Warwickshire, CV8 1 HY and is a parish within the Coventry DI0Se of the Church of England. St. John's was consecrated in 1854 so has been producing annual reports over many years. SinGe 2009 the Annual Reports have been filed with the Charity Commission and the most recent reports are available for download via the web site of the Charity Commission at htt ',Ilwww.charit commission. ov.ukl. If you wish to receive more information about St. John's, we would encourage you to look at the church web site andlor to contact the PCC Secretary ( cc st'ohn316.co.uk). The parish of St John's covers the southem half of the town of Kenilworth with the northern border defined approximately by Fishponds Road, Greville Road, Station Road, Whitemoor Road and Leyes Lane. The northern part of the town lies in the parish of St. Nicholas, Kenilworth htt '.Ilwww.stnicholaskenilworth.or .ukl who are our close friends and who founded St. John's.
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 Table of Contents Contents 1. Letterfrom the Vicar........................... 2. Churchwarden'sReport......................................................,....,.....,........................ 3. PCC Report............................................................................,......,....... 4. Safeguarding Officer's Report....,.. 5. Deanery Synod Report........................................................ .10 6. Report from the Diocesan Synod.....................,..................... .. .. 11 7. Electoral Roll Report......,............................................. .14 8. Financial Review.,,.,........................................,,............ .15 9. Parish People..,,.,. .20 10. Our Leadership and Organisation............................ .23 11.Charity Compliance.................................................. .25 12. Statement of Trustees, Responsibilities........................ .28 13.Approval...,............... .28 14. Independent Examinerfs Report to the Trustees of the PCC of St John Kenilworth 29 15. Statement of Financial Activities for the year ending 31 December 2024................30 16. Balance Sheet at 31 December 2024.... .31 17. Notes to the financial statements for the year ending 31 December 2024.............. 32
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 1. Letter from the Vicar Dear members of St. John the Evangelist. This has been a very rich 12 months since our last APCM. Personally speaking I was away on sabbatical from late May to early September, and I'm glad to say I'm still feeling the benefits of itl A time of creativity and writing (both of which l am still keeping upl). I was also heartened on my retum to see that the life and missional heart of the church was still doing well - this was a real indication to me that we have genuinely embraced the developing vision to share Jesus, become more like him, making new disciples as we go. I have r8cently been engaging in a personal tour of Core Teams: the key people who are at the centre of various missional or church ministry groups. This has been a very positive experience, with a lot of people feeling clearer on what God has called them to do and many learning to share faith in various ways. Though different groups are operating in a variety of contexts, I recognise the core values and principles everywhere. I can see how blessed we are with so many committed members. This church is a lovely family who pull together well. We seem to be learning how to hav8 more fun together too the big intergenerational disco at lan's birthday party was a sight to beholdl Inevitably we have lost some well known and much loved people through old age and sickness. These losses always hurt, but we have the comfort of knowing that we shall see our brothers and sisters again. Looking ahead, as we incorporate monthly fasting into our rhythm (to add more depth to our praying and serving), I sense that the spiritual temperature will continue to rise. l am hoping that we can draw closer to God, whilst seeing even more new people (of all ages) Gome to a knowledge of Jesus Christ. Wouldn't it be great to baptise some more peoplel Can I thank you for all you do. No contribution goes unseen - God sees everything. And l am confident that our witness will continue to shine, both locally and as a witness to even those in the unseen realm (Eph. 3-10-11). Keep in step with the Spirit! Revd Andrew Attwood (Vicar) February 2025
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 2. Churchwarden's Report I think one can safely say that the Church of England does not have a great reputation at the present moment. Sadly, most of the damage is self-infliGted and stretches back many years, but the chickens are coming home to roost... l am sure that you will all have been dismayed at the contents of the Makin report, which shone a light into some dark places in the upper echelons of the Church of England. The Makin report may have stirred uncomfortable memories for you. I want to reassure you that we take the whole area of Safeguarding very seriously. We are fortunate to have a very experienced and efficient Parish Safeguarding Officer, Charlie Palmer, so if you want to talk to someone, please contact Charlie. We are aware of the importance of Charlie's role and the considerable burden it carries. Therefore, l am pleased to be able to report that we are advertising for some support to Charlie, We pray for God's guidance on our national Church. On a more positive subj'ect, I happy to report that Bishop Sophie was officially confirmed in her election as the new Bishop of Coventry in February and will be installed on June 7th at Coventry Cathedral. Previously Suffragan Bishop of Doncaster in the Diocese of Sheffield, we welcome her to Coventry Diocese and look forward to working with her. She has worked in the past with CMS (like a previous Bishop of Coventry. Simon Barrington-ward) and has some links with St Johns! Moving closer to home, the last year has seen us as a Parish experiencing, not for the first time, the abundance of God's provision. We started 2024 looking at a budgeted loss of £57.4k. In the end this turned out to be a small profit. At the PCC meeting this January, I quoted Psalm 115 verse 1.. Not to us. Lord, not to us but to your name be the glory, because of your love and faithfulness., God has been v8ry good to us and we should praise His holy name accordingly. It is by His grace that we are where we are. He blesses us financially, but He also blesses us with the resources to manage His gifts wisely. In all this, the astute financial guidance of Peter Jackson must be recognised. For over 20 years, Peter and Steve Coomber have provided a priceless service to the church in this regard and they are to be sincerely thanked. God provides. At the start of 2025, we were able to repair the large potholes in the car park, again out of church funds and, on the subject of the church car park, you'll be pleased to know that the problem that causes the appearance of an ornamental lake in the car park when it rains has been located in a 'drain beyond our boundary., that's one expense we won't have. There are sorne other repairs we shall have to carry out.. the vestry roof., the completion of the ceiling in the Small Hall kitchen,. the front doors of the church. We also have the Quinquennial Inspection due this year, which may identify some other little projects. Yet, we are in a position where we can start to think about furthering the mission of the church in spreading the gospel of salvation in Jesus Christ, by recruiting other members of staff. The PCC are actively looking at this. One area may be youth ministry.. our close working relationship with Kenilworth Youth For Christ has had many positive results - for example, again the week-end away saw 28 young people engaging with Jesus - but a ministry catering for other ages, as well as 'youth' is needed to help develop some of the amazing work being done by groups such as Toddlers.
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 In November 2024, Food Diverse, who administer the Fareshare scheme, advised us that we did not comply with certain standards, such as food hygiene. They gave us a deadline of December 3rd to meet these standards or cease operations. Having negotiated an extension to December 13th, we were able to meet the required standards and processes. Thus, we are able to continue providing Foodshare food to those who need it, albeit on a slightly reduced scale, and to include the retired clergy living in Margetts Close. Talking of food.. Meet & Eat restarted in February. My thanks to the team for making this happen. Andrew was able to take a long-overdue sabbatical in the summer, well-timed to miss some of the issues we had with installing the new church phone and WiFi system (for which, l am pleased to say, we were recompensed). During Andrew's sabbatical, to maintain a proper check and balance on PCC business, the Standing Committee SC was augmented by Peter Jackson, Steve Coomber and Kim Matthews, as required. My thanks to each of them. From Hamish and Jenny Blair: "In September 2024 a group from St. John's was invited to travel with partner church Maria am Wassert in DreSden-HosteitZ (Germany) to join in their Gelebration of 20 year's friendship with a church in Brenna-GOrki (Poland). This coincided with the 30th year of St. John's partnership with churches in Dresden. Four representatives from St. John's, Hamish & Jenny Blair and Andrew & Christine Hain8s, chose to drive rather than fly, while another, Fiona Trewick from Leek Wootton, went by plane. After a fascinating and anjoyable journey across Belgium. Luxembourg and Germany, we all joined m8mbers of Hosterwitz church for morning service and on behalf of St. John's we presented a lovely painting by Lindsey Attwood with the text, "The leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations (Rev. 22.'2). Unfortunately one of us went down with COVID the day after this, meaning that we had to abandon the Polish leg of the trip. However Fiona was happily still able to travel with the wider group to Brenna-GOrki and presented an identical painting to them. Both paintings were received with much appreciation. It was lovely to catch up with so many old friends once again, and they are very keen to send a group here in 2026 if sufficient hosts can be found in Kenilworth., As another year rolls by, we find ourselves in a world of uncertainty. We pray to our Father in Heaven for guidance or, as the Book of Common Prayer puts it: O almighty God, who alone canst order the unruly wills and affections of sinful men,. Grant unto thy people, that they may love the thing which thou commandest, and desire that which thou dost promise,. that so, among the sundry and manifold changes of the world, our hearts may surely there be fixed, where true joys are to be found,. through Jesus Christ our Lord. So, despite the unruly wills and afflictions we see around us, despite the sundry and manifold changes of the world, the church of St John the Evangelist is committed to be faithful to the authority of Scripture, to adhere to the articles of faith as enshrined in the Book of Common Prayer and to uphold Canon Law, under which the Church of England operates. We pray that the name of Jesus might be faithfully proclaimed in this nation, that His people might obediently follow His word and diligently lead His people. Amen. On behalf of the PCC, thank you to everybody who contributes to the life of St John's. God bless you all. Phil Sewards (Churchwarden) February 2025
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 3. PCC Report The PCC has met 6 times since last year's APCM, 4 times in 2024 on 6th June, 11 th July, 25 September and 12th December. and twice this year on 21 St January and 13 March. One of the main items which has dominated discussion in the past year continues to be Prayers of Love and Faith. The PCC has been in broad agreement on the path to follow. including the use of our parish share. l am grateful to Phil Sewards for his continued leadership on this very delicate issue. l am also very grateful to Charlie Palmer, our Safeguarding Officer, for his knowledge and leadership at a time of great upheaval in the leadership of the Church of England. The Standing Committee comprises Rev Andrew Attwood, Phil Sewards (Warden) and Roger Homes (PCC Secretary) and meets approximately every 4 weeks. At the current time, there is no Treasurer, but we are extremely grateful to Peter Jackson for his continued work on the book- keeping and preparation of accounts. l am also very thankful for every PCC member and others who have served in the past year for your wisdom and dedication and giving up your time to ensure the smooth running of the church. Notable Decisions made this Year Repairs have been made to the church roof and car park. There have been updates to the Health and Safety and Risk Policy, the Safeguarding Action Plan and Risk Assessment, Fire Safety Policy and Risk Assessment, Church Building Policy, Lone Worker Policy and Guidelines and Social Media Policy. We have also continued to act as trustees of the King's Table Fund granting requests that meet the relevant criteria. Members of the church are invited, before every meeting, to submit questions to the PCC as a way of improving communication between members and the wider church, Finally, there are vacancies on the PCC, so I would like to invite you to consider whether God is alling you to serve Him in this way, Safeguarding The PCC has complied with its duty to have due regard to the House of Bishops, guidance on safeguarding vulnerable children and adults (under section 5 of the Safeguarding and Clergy Discipline Measure 2016). Much love Roger Homes (PCC Secretary) February 2025
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 4. Safeguarding Officer's Report The purpose of the Safeguarding Officers report is to show that the Church's work with youth and vulnerable adults is compliant with Diocesan and National Church of England Policy. I have been the safeguarding officer since May 2017. Progress with Safeguarding in the Parish Highlights and successes of the past 12 months have included: Both training and DBS checks and training are now on a three year cycle. The Parish Safeguarding Hub is now being used to record church roles. DBS checks, and training courses, alongside the Parish Dashboard. Our first Safeguarding Sunday was celebrated in Nov 24. Safer recruitment procedures are becoming better understood in the church. Some details As the need for new DBS checks arises, they are being transferred to the new Safeguarding Hub. While we are between systems this year, it is difficult to confirm precise numbers of up to date DBS checks and training. We need to ensure we follow safer recruitment rocedures when we recruit new volunteers to roles in church working with children or vulnerable adults. We are well supported by the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer and team when casework issues arise. Key document reference library, church notices, safeguarding jobs and website info and Parish Safeguarding Dashboard are all kept up to date. The Makin Report Safeguarding Sunday was highlighted in St John's for the first time this year. November 17th also saw the Makin Report in the national news. The report investigated the abuse committed by John Smyth. In the aftermath, Justin W8lby resigned. For me, the report has prompted some reflection on forgiveness. The national church has sometimes been too quick to offer forgiveness to those accused of abuse, and also too quick to encourage survivors to forgive. Elizabeth Penlington from Stoneleigh Church, the first Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser in the country, along with others in our own church, have helped me reflect on this. Training Courses All church officers (paid or volunteer) need to complete Basic Safeguarding Training every three years. All church members involved in ministry with young or vulnerable people need to be aware of the need for three-yearly Diocesan training. Dates and venues available on the Diocesan webpage (htt s',Ilwww.covent .an lican.or /safe uardin -trainin h ).There are three courses: CO Basic course to be completed before C1 C1 Foundation course for all those working with Children or Vulnerable Adults C2 Leadership course for those in leadership roles including: clergy, readers, Church Wardens, Parish Safeguarding Officers and other lay leaders
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 The Parish Safeguarding Dashboard and Hub The Parish Dashboard helps churches to ensure that they know all the current safeguarding requirements, and can assess their current position and plan further work. Using the Dashboard allows the PCC to be confident that it has complied with its duty to have due regard to the House of Bishops, guidance on safeguarding vulnerable children and adults (under section 5 of the Safeguarding and Clergy Discipline Measure 2016). The dashboard is up to date (Feb 25). Red items (urgent), currently compris8: Update the list of Church Activities (to be updated shortly) Report to PCC needed (APCM report) Yellow (for action) items.. Some people need to complete safeguarding training Some information about Church and non-church activities needs completing Lon8 working arrangements need to be confirmed Appropriate boundaries need discussing Arrangements to support victims and survivors need confirming PCC discussion of promoting a healthy and safe culture confirmation Casework l am pleased to be able to report that this has been a quieter year for casework. Only one new referral has been made to the Diocesan Team and they continue to provide excellent support. Plans for the next 12 months Maintain the On-line Parish Safeguarding Dashboard and expand the use of the Hub to all church roles requiring a DBS check. Maintain DBS checks for PCC members and volunteers with children or vulnerable adults. Work with leaders to update activity information for church and non-church activities for children or vulnerable adults. Continue to develop job descriptions and risk assessments for all roles in church requlring a DBS check. Develop proportionate selection procedures for volunteer roles with children andlor vulnerable adults. Maintain Sources of Help information on the back of toilet doors in church and hall. Integrate the requirements of new training on Domestic Abuse into our work. Develop new guidance for church members undertaking home visits. Seek PCC approval to appoint an additional Safeguarding Officer to work alongside me. Finally, many thanks to everyone in the parish for their help with this work. Charlie Palmer (Safeguarding Officer) February 2025 Thanks to Emma Latham for doing the research and suggesting this.
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 5. Deanery Synod Report Synod is a forum for collaboration, discussion and debate, and operates at three levels in the Church of England, with deanery (local), diocesan and general (national) synods. Deanery Synod links us with other parishes in our Deanery, namely St Nicholas, Leek Wootton, Berkswell, Femcumbe, Meriden and Stonel&igh & Ashow. and meets three times a year. In 2024, synod meetings followed the same format as previous years, with presentation of 'battles', 'breakthroughs' and 'blessings' from three parishes, followed by joint prayer for these parishes. It has been a great encouragement to hear from various people around the deanery, and to pray together with brothers and sisters from different churches who we don't usually cross over with in day-to-day church life. Each meeting a learning topic is also presented, this year we have looked at Net Zero, support for women in the church with Esther Peers, Dean of Women's Ministry, and tips on fundraising. For several years Kenilworth and Coventry South deaneries have been meeting as a joint Synod. In 2025 we will trial meeting separately with a view to returning to two separate synods, given the geographical and demographic differences of the two deaneries. 2025 will also mark the retirement of Jim and Nicola Perryman who have worked very hard in the administration of the Deanery Synod for many years. They will be missed! Thank you Jim and Nicola. Matt King (Deanery Synod member) February 2025 Deanery Synod Representatives Phil Sewards (also Lay Chair of Diocesan Synod) Kim Matthews Kal Rai Matt King 10
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 6. Report from the Diocesan Synod The Diocesan Synod met three times in 2024, as normal, in March, June and November. The main item of importance in 2024 was the process to appoint a new bishop, following Bishop Christopher's appointment as Dean of Windsor. Shortlisting for the new bishop was undertaken by the Crown Nominations Committee (including six representatives from the Coventry Diocese Vacancy in See Committee) in the spring of 2024, with interviews held in September. At the end of the process, Sophie Jelley, Suffragan Bishop of Doncaster, was selected. Further to the fomial approval of the Canons of Coventry Cathedral in January, and the legal Confirmation of Election at Lambeth Palace on February 15th +Sophie will be installed as Bishop of Coventry on June 7th 2025 at Coventry Cathedral. March . At the March meeting, Synod were provided with an update on the Diocese's response to the Lament to Action on racial diversity and inclusion. Work has started on.. "Amazing Grace,. Race and Bible talks, Unconscious Bias Awareness Training and setting up a Clergy Advisory Group 'from ethnic diverse churches which meets on a quarterly basis to discuss issues, provide support and consider how national developments can be implemented. Further current activities include.. West Midlands Regional Racial Justice Bid which could result in a grant to fund a Training Officer and Theological Officer to work on Racial Justice, Identifying parishes with a higher proportion of UKMEIGMH in order to obtain the views of UKMEIGMH and find out how the church is serving them. Let's talk About Race workshop offered to holistic groups to generate debate The Race Equality Advisory Group, to share experiences and viewpoints. Our Shared Future- Healthy People The Revd Tim Cockell shared the clergy wellbeing working group work plan which covers six areas of work distilled from the 2022 clergy wellbeing survey.. 1. Publish Dignity & Work Policy - the policy is for clergy and lay people regardless of role. 2. Restate commitment in the Clergy Covenant for Clergy Care and Wellbeing 3. Publish Menopause Policy 4. Improve understanding of neurodiversity and wellbeing 5. Review and recommend improvement to Ministerial Development Review Process. Work-life balance and physical and spiritual wellbeing will be looked at with the view of a revised programme being in operation in 2025. 6. Re-estsblish proactive pastoral care for clergy
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 There are two further policies that are not listed on the workplan: Clergy Sickness Policy, covering how the di0Se will respond to long term sickness. Process for Clergy Approaching 70 The March Synod. requesting the Church Commissioners to increase its share of annual running costs, voted to submit a Diocesan Synod motion (DSM) to General Synod. requesting increases in funding in specific areas to distributed by Dioceses to PCCS to directly support parishes in areas where it is needed most. Jul April Gold, Diocesan Director of Education provided an update on the legacy of Alive 2023 Staying Alive. Continuing the partnership with iSingPOP, the DBE have a dedicated iSingPOP worker, Emma Kenyon who to date has led on: 7 main events, 14 workshops, the Fosse MAT Jamboree, two year 6 leavers, events. conducted an interview project, attended MotoFest and led worship at the Head Teacher Conference, and there is much more planned including every school receiving a new Pop-box. So far this has impacted 52 schools. with 29 workshops for 4.000 children, 16 main events for 3,500 families, leavers services for 120 rural families, a jamboree for 800 children and classroom worship and Pop-box for 15,000 children. This means that the £76,000 cost equates to £5 per child. April shared a video which included some of the initial findings of the interview project, this showed how much children enjoy singing and dancing together and how they like to celebrate each other's success. The children also have ideas of how to get their parents involved with church. The Revd Gail Philip, Associate Archdeacon, as a member of the first Gohort of mediators for the Conflict Transformation Group explained the aims and progress for the establishing Conflict Transformation Group as outlined in DS 24-15. Place for Hope who have experience in the church context is the leading and training organisation. Trained mediators are assigned to cases in pairs. Initially a pair will consist of a mediator frorn Place for Hope and from our first cohort but this will evolve through training to be pairs from our Conflict Transformation Group. The referral process for a situation to receive mediators is via the archdeacons, team who will triage cases. Gail shared video from a participant, who highlighted that this is a key ministry. 'It is not a rescue mission but a facilitated process to empower people." Bishop Ruth moved the motion: That this Synod 'a) call upon the Church Commissioners and Archbishops, Council to undertake everything necessary to effect a redistribution of financial resources directly to Diocesan Stipend Funds to reflect the value of contributions made by Diocesan Boards of Finance to the Church of England Funded Pension Scheme since it was established by the settlement of 1997 (£2. 6 billion),. and b) call upon DioGesan Boards of Finance to manage the funds redistributed as a result of the above to support parish ministry in the ways disGerned locally to be most effective in enabling growth and sustaining the Church of England s commitment to be a Christian presenGe in every community." This was approved with 1 abstention, November Steve Coornber, Chair of the Coventry Diocese Board of Finance. welcomed Karen Birch, the new Director of Finance. and moved: 12
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth. Trustees, Annual Report 2024 That this Synod." Approve the 2025 budget, as r8commended by Bishop's Council Authorise expenditure in 2025 up to a maximum of £14.232m Note the use of unapplied total return approved in prior years The motion was passed. Synod passed a motion to.. recognise the great disappointment caused whenever an appointment is not made for a dioGesan bishop, 11. recognise in industry and national charitable organisations, that senior director ro18s are sometimes not filled after the first round of interviews, and that in many parishes several rounds of interview are required before a SUGcessfvl appointment, 111. recognise the disappointment that must be felt in Carlisle and Ely, which after a failure to appoint a Bishop will each have to Walt roughly a year befora another set of interviews, lil. request the Crown Nominations Commission to draft new proposals that enable more rapid return to shortlisting and inteNiews whenever an initial CNC process has concluded with no appointment, such proposals should limit delay for any further rounds of interviews to be no longer than two months. This motion has gone forward to General Synod. Phil Sewards {Chair of the House of Laity, Diocesan Synod) February 2025 13
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 7. Electoral Roll Report Every six years each parish is required to create a new electoral roll and this was last completed in 2019. This year the roll has been revised to include any new applicants and remove any people who have asked to be removed, have died, or are known to have moved away from the parish and no longer worship at st John the Evangelist. Since last year when there were 167 names on the roll. there have been O new narnes added, 6 deaths, 4 people who have left Kenilworth and 3 people who have asked for their names to be removed. Hence the new roll consists of 154 names. The numbers on the roll for this and previous years are as follows: 1996316 2006 309 1997 328 2007 257 (Revision Year) 1998 350 2008 271 1999 378 2009 269 2000 360 2010 306 2001356 2011302 2002 262 (Revision Year) 2012 314 2003 266 2013 254 (Revision Year) 2004 261 2014 255 2005 278 2015 258 2016 259 2017 261 2018 268 2019 234 (Revision Year) 2020 236 2021231 2022 212 2023 167 2024 154 St John the Evangelist Electoral Roll 20C Igyb 2LIJ4 Sue Dawson (Electoral Roll Officer) February 2025 14
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 8. Financial Review The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charitie5 preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) issued on 16 July 2014 (as updated through Update Bulletin 1 published on 2 February 2016), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102), and the Charities Act 2011. As mentioned in the Churchwarden's Report, we started 2024 looking at a budgeted loss of £57.4k. In the end this turned out to be a small profit . This was despite a slight overspend on the church roof and the installation of a new phonelinternet service. Indeed, it should be noted that, as a church, we spent £70k on the repairs to the church roof, without having to ask the Diocese for a grant. In addition, as a parish, we are a 'net contributor, to the Diocese, paying over and above the cost of ministry in this parish. Indeed, we pay the third highest Parish Share in the Diocese, enabling other, less-fortunate churches to operate. Treasurer F.ollowing the resignation of Peter Jackson as Treasurer in April 2023 the PCC has not been successful in recruiting a replacement treasurer. To cover the financial obligations of the PCC, Peter Jackson continues to carry out book keeping services voluntarily for the PCC for the 2024 financial year, with the formal responsibility of Treasurer being undertaken by the Churchwarden, in accordance with Paragraph 3{a) of Section M20 in Part 9 of the Church Representation Rules (2022). Finance Committee During the year the treasurer consulted rnembers of the Finance Committee as necessary to assist the book keeper in the execution of his duties. The current membership of the committee in 2024 comprised of Steve Coomber, Phil Sewards and Peter Jackson. The major purpose of consultation was in respect of cost management. 15
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 Review of key variances - Income Statement 2024 vs 2023 Unrestficled Variance Voluntary bncome pld gvir Tax recovord8 Collects Donah'ons Legaoes .Trtal %2.1 13.41 121/ 2024 IndUd 18k one cF donalions (3J23 £Nkl 34.6 79 10.31 141/ 25.0 A One donalion in 2024 18.2 NVA Orn lewy in 202412023 onel 35.8 io 192 228.1 223.8 Hdl Lelliros Inlefesl lrtome FlThr WeddryJ Fees 23 Ltyes Lane CAPer linc1Lry GSFPI 28.9 12.6 272 &6 5.2 11.11 1211/ 1&8 10.61 141/ PCC agreed conce$&ons related lo IsSS in 2024 14,8 15.91 1401/ 3J24 Reduced GSFP income 6Je lo bre&kdo¥ 12023 GS irxome. Diocese enerfy grant and LAilily ref1, 6/ rales NIA IM¢0ved inleresl rates s-TOtal 70.6 0.1 o/ l&we8triclod Tolal ?98.8 1/ Re¥lricled Variance Vduniary Income Ck)nalions lrteresl Income Fleslricted Tolal 0.0 5.5 NA NYA Inlwesl on balance 0.4 NYA Unresliicled Variance Expenditure Missowy Givin Dioces . Pari$h MiThslry 'rislry CMtritraion Ywth Wk Inell Outreh Cleaning elc Insurance and Uiililies AthThnislralion Ma'ntenance 23 Ltyes Le 24. 3 12.11 19J/ 85.0 14.51 151/ Qwta for 2024 increa$ed 2.3 0.0 10.81 l8 1.8 K(i/ 11.91 IKII/ Zd.2 11.51 151/ 22.8 10.71 131/ 7 8 175.41 1%71/ 2024 m4or roof rwrs 2.9 54/ mntenYre repairs in 2023 89.5 0.8 23.5 83.2 2.5 6.6 11161 141/ Lknre8tfi¢t8d Tolal 2%.5 213.7 82.8 Reslricted Variance Voluntary Expendilwe Expencfjture 1.0 137.11 A 2024 Spriros tE.8L KYFC £12.. Asknw Church &l4k . W CtrKKch 14k. Dresthn £2.7k. Qher £1.7k Be$lri¢ted Tol 37.1 NIA 16
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth. Trustees, Annual Report 2024 Leyes Lane We are required (under FRS102) to adjust the value of the property to reflect the current value as an investment property. Following a valuation by SBK the 2024 accounts reflected a cumulative gain on revaluation of fixed assets of £445,000. Kings Table Legacy Fund The charity received a number of grant applications during 2024. The following grants were made during the year: Springs Preschool £15,800 Kenilworth Youth For Christ. £12,450 Ashow PCC £ 1,400 Abbey Hill URC £ 3,978 Total £33,628 Interest income was added to the balance of retained funds during the year. Volunteers The charity makes use of volunteers. These contributions cannot be economically quantified and these services are therefore not recognised in the financial statements. Fr88 Cash The following table gives an indication of Free Cash at the end of 2024 compared to the same metric at the end of 2023. This simulation provides a measure of the number of months expenses, excluding depreciation, that could be sustained assuming no cash income. At the end of 2024 this Is 12.7 months compared to 11.3 months at the end of 2023. Free Cash £k Closing Cash Balance Add Debtors Deduct Current Liabilities Deduct Mission and Tithe Balance Deduct Restricted Funds Deduct Car Park Repairs Deduct Roof Repairs 2024 £k 2023 £k 2022 £k 381.2 428.9 334.6 15.7 14.8 13.5 (8.8) (27.5) (11.2) (27.5) (25.6) (25.01 (94.3) (126.9) (122,8) (8.8) (60.0) (55.0) Free Cash 257.5 203.7 134.1 Budgeted Expenditure Deduct Mission and Tithe Deduct Depreciation Deduct Car Park Repairs Deduct Roof Repairs Total Average per month 282.2 305.1 269.7 (27.5) (25.6) (25.0) (2.3) (2.3) {1.8) (8.8) (60.0) (55.0) 217.2 187.9 18.1 15.7 243.6 20.3 Number of months cash available 12.7 11.3 17
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 Reserves Policy During the year the Trustees agreed a reserves policy with the aim that the charity keeps free reserves {not fixed assets or restricted funds) of between 6 and 7 months of a single month's expenditure. Employees The PCC had one employee at 31 December 2024 (2023 1), Short Term Deposits The Charity has funds invested with CCLA Investment Management Ltd in The CBF Church of England Deposit Fund. Surplus cash is deposited with this organisation. and moved to the current account in order to satisfy working capital requirements. The PCC takes a low risk approach to managing cash reserves. Budget 2025 The following is a summary of the final budget approved by the PCC on 21st January 2025. The budget presented below shows both the unrestricted budgeted income and expenditure for 2025 compared to actuals for 2024. 18
Sl John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 2025 Budg•t compared to 2024 Actual 8ud et Actual Bud vs Act £k Comments 2025 £k 2024 £k Unrestrlctgd Income Planned givtng Tax COVerable Collection Donatlons Legacies Hall Lettings Interest Income Funeral and WeddirrfJ Fees 23 Leyes Lane Rental Income Other lincluding GSHPI Total Income Unrestrlcted Rosource Ex Missionary Giving Diocesan Quota Parlsh Ministry Diocesan Quota - Ministry Contributn Mlnislry Youth Work Inetl Outreach Cleaning etc Insurance and Utilitles Adminlslration Maintenance 137.3 158.7 (21.4 32.0 35.8 (3.8 (0.81 25.0 (25. 2024 One off (1.0 None budgeted Net of attrition and new giving. 31.5 28.9 12.6 (5.1)Reduced rates and balances 17.6 11.7 248.2 298.8 16.2 8, 50.6 anso 27.3 93.5 26.4 89.5 {0.91 14.01 (0.412024 Sabatlcal 13.01 12.21 13.51 GSHP breakdown affects usage 10.51 29.5 22.5 33.2 24.0 53.7 20.3 29.7 23.5 83.2 2024 Roof repairs, 2025 Car park. hall repairs and decorations 23 Leyes Lane Depn Other Total Expense {2.01 {0.21 14.8 16.2 282.2 296.5 14.3 SurplusllDeficill 134.01 2.3 136.31 The Finance sub-comrnittee and PCC will need to continue to ensure that the resourc8s needed in future years are available by careful management of costs. Importantly, church members where possible need to continue to give at or above their current level of giving if the church is to fulfil its stated aims and purposes. The PCC, with guidance from the Finance Committee, will need to consider the sustainability of the current level of costs and will continue to review where savings can be made during 2025. Summary Our responsibility for 2025 will continue to properly resource the mission of this Parish. I would like to express my thanks to everyone who has supported me in various ways. If anyone wishes to ask any questions about the figures or Considered Giving please contact Phil Sewards. Phil Sewards (Acting Treasurer) February 2025 19
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth. Trustees, Annual Report 2024 9. Parish People The section lists clergy and readers currently linSed to the parish, Churchwardens and other key people. It also lists PCC members, Policies, and Employees. 9.1 Parish Officers and Advisers Vicar.. Curate.. Non-stipendiary Minister: Retired clergy.. Revd. Andrew Attwood (inducted 20thApril 2010) Revd. Mary Rai Revd. Pam Stote Revd. Rob Latham Phil Sewards Readers.. Val Whiteman Parish Administrator: Sue Dawson St John the Evangelist Church, 205 Warwick Road, Kenilworth CV81 HY Tel 01926 853203 Email.. admin st'ohn316.co.uk Phil Sewards Position vacant Roger Homes The Vicar. PCC Treasurer (currently vacant), PCC Secretary, Churchwarden(s) CAF Bank Limited, 25 King's Hill Avenue, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent, ME19 4JQ Bernard Rogers & Co, Bank Gallery. High Street. Kenilworth CV8 1 LY Sue Dawson Charles Palmer Vacant Churchwardens: PCC Treasurer: PCC Secretary: PCC Standing Committee.. Bank: Independent Examiner.. Electoral Roll Officer.. Safeguarding Officer: Cathedral Liaison Officer: Churches Together in Kenilworth and District Reps.. Parish Information Officer Charity Correspondent, Website Charity Commission Link Revd Andrew Atlwood Vacant Sue Dawson htt '.Ilwww.st'ohn316.co.ukl htt ../lwww.charit commission. ov.ukJfind-charitiesl (enter 1126412 in the box "search for a charity") The person authorised to make changes to the online filed details for the PCC and to give and receiv8 correspondence on behalf of the PCC from the Charity Commission including web and email instructions 20
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 9.2 Parochial Church Council (PCC) The Trustees: Revd. Andrew Attwood (ex-officio) Phil Sewards Revd Andrew Attwood Jeremy Bryans (resigned 2024) Luke Coomber Ruth Perkins Steve Coomber Andy Garsed (until 2024) Roger Homes Peter Jackson Matt King Roseta Lee (resigned 2024) Kim Matthews Andy Powell Kalwant Rai Julie Sewards Phil Sewards Matt King, Kim Matthews, Kalwant Rai, Phil Sewards Phil Sewards (Chair of the House of Laity) Steve Coomber (Chair of CDBF) PCC Chairman PCC Chair for m8etings PCC Members Deanery Synod Members Diocesan Synod Members 21
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 9.3 PCC Policies The PCC has developed or has in place the following policies (available on our website at htt s:l/www.st ohn316.¢0.ukl cc- ublic) Safeguarding Policy Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders Conflict of Interests Policy HR Policy Finance Policy, including Financial Controls, Mission Giving and Support Church Premises Policy Garden of Remembrance Policy and procedures Health & Safety Policy Lone Working Policy Fire Safety Policy Data Protection Policy Risk Management Policy Complaints Policy Infant Baptism Guidelines Children at Communion Policy Access and Inclusion Policy Complaints Policy Home Visiting Policy Social Media Policy Policy for use of ICT Whistleblowing Policy 9.4 PCC Employees.. Church Administrator.. Sue Dawson (part-time, 26 hours per week) 22
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 10. Our Leadership and Organisation The Vicar (Andrew Attwood) is the person commissioned by the Bishop to share With them in the 'cure of souls,, within the parish. In simple terms this asks Andrew to exercise mission and ministry for the benefit of 11,000+ people. Our agreed three Purposes are used as our compass towards this broad task, and Andrew. with the PCC, oversees the work of the collective church as we move forward as a missional community in Kenilworth. The Vicar is the primary 'keeper of this vision, and carries responsibility to ensure that everything we do is in line with our Purposes and our Vision. 10. 1 Ourpurposes.. We want to see.. 1. Everyone becoming like Jesus by knowing and following Him, through the Holy Spirit. 2. A welcoming, loving community that encourages use of our gifts and abilities to seNe God and each other. 3. Society transformed by the love of Jesus as we engage with Kenilworth and the world around us. (Formally agreed by the PCC on 2nd May 2017). 10.2 Vision.. In May 2017, the PCC reviewed the vision and Purposes and introduced a new single sentence summary of them: PARISH PHRASE.. Becoming like Jesus, Making disciples, Bringing real change There was an extended period of listening by the whole church during early 2016 to prayerfully seek God about the future direction for St John's. Following that period of listening, a number of new ideas are being progressed and St John's is exploring the use of Mission Shaped Communities (MSCS) as a tool to help live out the Purposes more effectively. 10.3 PCC.. The PCC meets regularly to assess ongoing ministry across all areas of parish life and makes decisions on future proposals and plans, all on the basis that we move steadily towards our Purposes and Vision, The PCC agenda is focused on the responsibilities listed under Parochial Church Councils (Powers) Measure 1956 (see below) and the PCC has the roles of.. Govemance, including compliance. legal, financial, health & safety and employment Reviewing vision Reviewing strategy as recommended by the Leadership Teams and Staff Team Parish wide policies Parish Budget, financial accounts, ensuring accounts are audited Coherence across parish purposes, plans and activities Keeping boundaries bebNeen the respective teams The PCC will operate using sub-committees. where appropriate, to conduct the necessary due diligence and development of plans and execution of governance. Such sub-committees will develop detailed recommendations for the PCC to approve and be responsible for carrying out the decisions of the PCC and working with the rest of the parish organisations, including the Leadership Teams. In addition, the Standing Committee of the PCC (see below) is empowered lo make decisions on behalf of the PCC at its discretion and report back to the PCC. 23
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 PCC responsibilities according to Parochial Church Councils (Powers) Measure 1956 include: To care for, maintain, preserve and take out adequate insurance cover for the fabric, goods and ornaments of the Church To agree a budget and to be responsible for the income and expenditure of the parish To maintain proper financial records and accounting procedures To prepare annual financial statements and an annual report and present them to the Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM). In particular SORP 2005 requires the following to be provided: o Reference and administrative details of the Charity, its trustees and advisers Structure governan and management o Objectives and activities o Achievements and performance o Financial review o Plans for future periods Funds held as custodian trustee for others Risk management, governance, operational, financial, external and compliance with laws To arrange for independent examination or audit of the financial statements To care for and maintain the Churchyard To consult with the incumbent on matters of general concem and importance to the parish To co-operate with the incumbent in promoting the mission of the Church To make representations to the Bishop about any matter affecting the welfare of the parish PCC as employer.. o Compliance with legislation (12 separate Acts listed) o Wages and salaries, reviews and increases, National minimum wage. Nl and tax Job descriptions Contract or statement of conditions of employment o Expenses policy Induction, grievance and discipline o Policies for equal opportunities, health & safety and child protection, protection of the vulnerable o Use of volunteers 10.4 Churchwardens and Standing Committee In 2024 there was one churchwarden, Phil Sewards. 10.5 Staff Team (Operational Mlnistry) Presently the Staff Team consists of Andrew Attwood (Vicar) and Sue Dawson (Church Administrator). The Administrator's role is to provide administrative support for the vicar in helping him to meet the purposes and vision of the church. 10.6 Leadership Teams.. their goal, support and accountability Several Leadership Teams exist to deliver the mission and ministry of St John's. overseeing different communities and areas of ministry. This delegating model empowers others to be the key implementers on behalf of the Vicar and PCC. With the help of the Vicar, the Leadership Teams guide individuals and groups to fulfil the agreed Purposes and Vision. Each team is supported in this task and given tailored help over time to fit each stage of the community's development. Each Leadership Team is directly accountable to the Vicar and PCC, and provides regular updates to PCC summarising progress and plans for the future. The Vicar meets with each Leadership Team regularly. 24
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 This genuinely delegated and empowered leadership, overseen but not run by the Vicar, is practically supported by the Staff Team (and other resources) to move the existing communities towards our Purposes and Vision. The Leadership Teams of each of our distinctive communities are.. 8am Leadership Team Revd Andrew Attwood, lan Macdonald, Mary Rai, Phil Sewards 1 Oam Leadership Team Revd Andrew Attwood and Co-leaders (Karen Mills, Michelle Harris, Kal Rai, Mary Rai, Lindsey Attwood, Roger Homes, Kim Matthews, Simone Royle) Midweek Community Revd Andrew Attwood, Catherine Pennington, Rob Latham, Mary Rai, Pam Stote, Denise Coomber 6pm Servlce Revd Andrew Attwood, Rob Cheetham, Ann Gibbons, Felicity Hawke, Lynda Howells, Rob Latham 11. Charity Compliance 11.1 Name The full legal name of the PCC as a charity is 'The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of St. John the Evangelist, Kenilworth. and it has a working name of St. John's PCC, Kenilworth. 11.2 Registered Number St. John's PCC, Kenilworth was registered as a charity on the 23rd October 2008 under registered number 1126412. 11.3 Address St. John the Evangelist Church 205 Warwick Road KENILWORTH WanAiickshire CV8 1 HY 25
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 11.4 Governing Documents The Parochial Church Councils (Powers) Measure 1956 as amended and The Church Representation Rules (contained in Schedule 3 to the Synodical Measure 1969 as amended). The type of governing documents at the time of registration were treated as "excepted" are the approved governing documents issued by the Church of England and were adopted 2nd January 1957. The objects clause has not been changed. Readers of this Annual Report who would like to find out more about the governing documents are recommended to visit the web site www. arishresources.or ccsl overnin -documents1 (link last checked 07 Feb 17). The PCC is governed by charity law which is administered by the Charity Commission. Registration for previously exempt charities like the PCC was made compulsory for charities with income in excess of £100k p.a. under the Charities Act 2006. St. John's PCC was one of the first parishes to register, as Coventry and York acted as pilot dioceses in the Church of England. 11.5 Trustees Please refer to the section in this Annual Report on "Parish People" for the names of the trustees. Some PCC members are elected at each Annual Parochial Church Meeting in accordance with the Church Representation Rules to serve for three years. As well as elected members, there are also other people on the PCC, such as the Vicar and Churchwardens. and all PCC members are trustees of the charity, Trustees, full details are known to the Charity Commission but only their names and other trusteeships are made public. The Charity Commission is able to contact individual trustees directly although it rarely does so. Although trustees usually have to be aged 18 or older, in the case of PCCS the charity commission accepts that PCC members can be legally elected aged 16 years or above and so the commission accepts such PCC members as trustees. One of the duties of the Charity Correspondent is to keep the details filed with the Commission up to date, so as PCC members change the details are updated with the Commission. Compliance statistics ar8 now published for all charities on the Charity Commission web site. It is important that all PCC members understand their individual legal responsibilities as trustees. Parish Resources www. arishresources.or .uk has produced jointly with the Charity Commission a booklet "Trusteeship.. An Introduction for PCC Members" and the Charity Commission regularly update their publication "The Essential Trustee" which is required reading for all trustees. These booklets have been provided to all existing PCC members and will be made available to new PCC members. Further resources for PCC members can be found on the "Parish Resources" web site maintained by the Church of England to assist PCCS with their obligations. The definition of Trustees extends to all PCC members and not just those elected at the Annual Meetings so Deanery Synod, Diocesan Synod and Co-opted members, ex-officio members and all other members have to be registered with the Charity Commission and their details kept up to date by the Charity Correspondent. Legal responsibilities continue to grow and so all PCC members need to be familiar with the Charity Commission web site which 15 the main source of advice and statutory requirements established by the Charity Commission. The web site of Parish Resources mentioned above is a specific source of advice to PCCS. 11.6 Web site and internet Web site: htt s.'Ilwww.sl' ohn316.co.ukl Email contact.. admin ohn316.co.uk 26
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 11.7 Charity Correspondent Sue Davlson is the Charity Correspondent. This means that she is the contact on the public record and is the person through whom the Charity Commission communicates with the trustees. She submits the statutory filing requirements including the Annual Report and Accounts(this report) and also an Annual Return which has to be submitted, although this is relatively straightforward as it can be submitted online. Compliance statistics appear against the PCC'S charity records on the Charity Commission website.. enter its charity number 1126412 in the search for a charity facility at htl .'Ila s.charit commission. ov.uklshowcharit Ire erofcharitieslRe isterHomePa e.as 11.8 Public Benefit Statement A requirement of charity law is the reporting of public benefit, i.e. the charity must show that its activities are of benefit to the public. This is addressed below. Under the Act it is a legal obligation fortrustees of a charity to report the extent to which the activities for the year have met the public benefit requirements that any charity must meet. The Charity Commission has issued specific guidance to charities advancing religion. This is available on their website if you wish to understand this in more detail. Please follow the link to htt '.Ilforms.charit commission. ov.uklmedia1950131advancement-of-reli on-for-the- ublic-benefit. df It is accepted by the Charity Commission that the purpose and activities of the Church of England meet fully the definition of charitable purposes in Charity law but of course the PCC should have regard to, and are required to report that they have had regard to. assessing the public benefit activities of St. John's parish. The PCC has done so by considering and assessing the activities of the parish for the last year as covered in this report. To assist readers of this report we list below the activities for which the PCC has registered as a charity. The activities under which the PCC registered as a charity are broadly the same as for any Church of England parish: 1. Regular public worship open to all. 2. The provision of sacred Spa for personal prayer and contemplation. 3. Pastoral work, including visiting the sick and bereaved. 4. Teaching of Christianity through sermons, courses, and small groups. 5. Taking of religious assemblies and other religious activities in schools, 6. Provision of youth clubs and other youth activities with a Christian ethos. 7, Promotion of Christianity through the staging of events and meetings, and distribution of literature and other media, including web site. 8. Promoting the whole mission of the church through provision of activities for senior citizens, parents and toddlers. children and youth, and other special need groups. 9. Supporting other charities in the UK and overseas. The PCC considers that the activities for the last year have fully met the public benefit requirements and it is hoped that public benefit will increase in future as we continue to put our vision for future mission into practice. 11.9 Charity Commission The Charity Commission for England and Wales htt ,Ilwww.charit commission. ov.uk is established by law as the regulator and registrar of charities in England and Wales. Its aim is to provide the best possible regulation of charities in order to increase charities, efficiency and effectiveness, and public confidence and trust in them. The webpage htt '.Ilwww.charit commission. ov.uklAbout uslAbout Ihe commissionldefault.as describes in more detail the values of the Charity Commission and how it operates as a regulator. 27
St John The Evangelist Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report 2024 12. Statement of Trustees, Responsibilities Law applicable to charities in England & Wales requires the PCC as trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the charity's financial activities during the year and its financial position at the end of the year. In preparing financial statements giving a true and fair view, the PCC as trustees should follow best practice and.. Select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently; Make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent. State whether applicable accounting standards and statements of recommended practice have been followed. subject to any departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements., and Prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation. The PCC as trustees are responsible for keeping accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy the financial position of the charity and which enable them to ascertain the financial position of the charity and which enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Church Accounting Regulations and the Charities Act. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. 13. Approval This report. as set out on pages 4 to 42, was approved by the Parochial Church Council on 13 March 2025 and signed on its behalf by th R.mll Roger Homes (PCC Secretary) 28
St John's Church Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report for 2024 14. Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of the Parochial Church Council of St John Kenilworth I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2024. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity's trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act,). I report in respect of my examination of the charity's accounts carried out under section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act. Independent oxaminer's ststement Since the charity's gross income exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a body listed in section 145 of the Act. I confirm that l am qualified to undertake the examination because l am a member of The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, which is one of the listed bodies. I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the 8xamination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect.. accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by section 130 of the Act., or 2. the accounts do not accord with those records; or 3. the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements conceming the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair view, which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. /2.k*z David Rogers BA ACA Bernard Rogers & Co Bank Gallery High Street Kenilworth CV8 1LY 29
Sl John's Church Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report for 2024 15. Parochial Church Council of St John Kenilworth: Statement of Financial Activities for the year ending 31 December 2024 Note8 Unrostrlcted Funds R8strlcted Funds Total Funds 2024 Total Funds 2023 INCOMING RESOURCES Voluntary income Activities for generating funds Income from investments Income from charitable activities Other incoming resources TOTAL INCOMING RESOURCES 2a 2b 2c 2d 2e 228,082 28,850 12,537 4,285 25,062 298,816 228,082 28,850 18,017 4,285 25,062 304,296 223,803 27,175 11,727 5,222 31,573 299,500 5,480 5,480 RESOURCES EXPENDED Church activities Governance c08ts TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED 3a 3b 294,657 1,801 296,458 38,096 332,753 1,801 334,554 213,141 1,610 214,751 38,096 NET INCOMINGI(OUTGOING) RESOURCES BEFORE OTHER RECOGNISED GAINS AND LOSSES 2,358 (32,616) (30,258) 84,749 OTHER RECOGNISED GAINS AND LOSSES Gain on revaluation of fixed assets 40,000 40,000 10,000 NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS 42,358 42,616 9,742 94,749 BALANCES BIFWD 1 JANUARY 2024 853.184 126,870 980,054 885,305 8ALANCE CIFWD 31 DECEMBER 2024 895,542 94,254 989,796 980,054 The notes on pages 32 to 42 form part of these accounts 30
st John's Church Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report for 2024 16. Parochial Church Council of St. John, Kenilworth Balance Sheet at 31 December 2024 2024 2023 FIXED ASSETS Tangible assets Notes 601,683 583,812 CURRENT ASSETS Debtors Short Term Deposits Cash at bank and in hand 15,691 262.022 119,234 396,947 14,820 263,572 165,335 443,727 'Creditors - amounts falling due within one year NET CURRENT ASSETS 416,242 Total a88Ots le88 current Ilabilitles 989,796 980,054 Creditors - amounts falling due after one year TOTAL NET ASSETS 989,796 980 054 PARISH FUNDS Unrestricted General Unrestricted - Revaluation Restricted 450,542 445,000 94,254 989,796 448,184 405,000 126,870 980,054 The notes on pages 32 to 42 form part of these accounts. Approved by the Parochial Chyrch Council on 13 March 2025 and signed on its behalf by Mr Philip Sewards (Churchwarden) R.m.H Mr Roger Homes (PCC Secretary) 31
St John's Church Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report for 2024 17. Parochial Church Council of St. John, Kenilworth Notes to the financial statements for the year ending 31 December 2024 Note 1 ACCOUNTING POLICIES The charity constitutes a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities= Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) issued on 16 July 2014 (as updated Ihrough Update Bulletin 1 published on 2 February 2016), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland {FRS 102), and the Charities Act2011. The charity has applied Update Bullelin 1 as published on 2 February 2016 and does not include 8 cash flow statement on the grounds thal it is applying FRS 102 Section 1A. The financlal statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. The financial statements include all transactions, assets and liabilities for which the PCC is responsible in law. They do not include the accounts of church groups that owe their affiliation lo another body, nor those that are informal gatherings of church members. These financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis in GBP which is the functional curréncy of the charity and are rounded to the nearest pound. Funds Restrlcted funds represent la) income from trusts or endowments which may be expended only on those restricted objectives provided in the terms of the trust or bequest, and Ibl donations or gifts received for a specrfic object or invited by the PCC for a specific object. The funds may only be expended on the specific object for which they were given. Any balance remaining unspent at the end of each year must be carried forward as a balance on that fund. The PCC does not usually invest separately for each fund. Where there is no separate investment, interest is apportioned to individual funds on an average balance basi8. Unrestricted funds are general funds which can be used for PCC ordinary purposes. Incoming Resources Planned giving, collections and donations are recognised when received. Rental income is recognised for the period which il relales to. Tax refunds are recognised when the incoming resource lo which they relate is received. Grants and legacies are accounted for when the PCC is legally entitled to amounts due. Dividends are accounted for when receivable, interest is accrued when due. All other income is recognised when it is receivable. All incoming resources are accounted for gross. Resources Expend Grants and donations are accounted for when paid over, or when awarded if that award creates a binding obligation on the PCC. The diocesan parish share is accounted for when due. Amounts received specifically for mission are dealt wilh as restricted funds. All other expenditure is generally recognised when it is incurred and is accounted for gross. Penslon costs and other post-retirement benefits The charity operates a defined contribution pension scheme for employees. Contributions payable to the charity's pension scheme are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities in the period to which they relate. Fixed Assets Consecrated and beneficed property is not included in the accounts in accordance with s.96{21(a) of the Charities Act 1993. 32
St John's Church Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report for 2024 Moveabl• church furnishlngs held by the Vicar and Churchwardens on special trust for the P.C.C. and which require a faculty for disposal, are accounted for as inalienable property unless consecrated. They are listed on the church's inventory which can be inspected at any reasonable time. For inalienable propety acquired prior to 1998 there is insufficient cost information available and therefore such assets are not valued in the accounts. Items acquired since 1st January 1998 have been capitalized and depreciated in the accounts over their anticipated useful economic lrfe. All expenditure incurred in the year on consecrated or beneficed buildings, individual items under £1,000 or on the repair of moveable church furnishings is written off. Land and resldential buildings are not depreciated. Other buildings are depreciated on a straighl line basis over 40 years. Other fixtures, fittlngs and equipment Individual items with a purchase price of less than £1,000 are written off when the asset is acquired (unless these are acquired as part of a programme)- Olher fixtures, fittings and equipment acquired after 1 January 2005 are depreciated as follows.. Computer equipment over a period of 3 years. With the first year bearing a full yearfs charge, other equipment over a period of 5 years with the first year bearing a full yearfs charge. Currant Assots Amounts owing lo the P.C.C. in respect of fees, rents or other income are shown as debtors less provision for amounts that may prove uncollectable. Amounts owed by the P.C.C. in respect of services provided or goods received are shown as creditors. Short-term deposits include cash held on deposit with the C.B.F. Church of England Funds. Relatod Party Transactlons Owing to the anonymous nature of some of the donalions received, it is not possible to fully disclose the aggregate value of donations made by the trustees and related parties. 33
Sl John's Church Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report for 2024 Parochial Church Council of St. John, Kenilworth Notes to the financial statements for the year ending 31 December 2024 Note 2 INCOMING RESOURCES Unrestricted Funds Restrictéd Funds Totsl Funds 2024 Total Funds 2023 2a Voluntary income Planned Giving Gift Aid Donations Tax Recoverable Collections Donations, appeals. etc. Legacies 158,697 35,818 7,566 25,001 1,000 228 082 158,697 162,092 35,818 34.648 7,566 7,888 25,001 1,000 228,082 19,175 223,803 2b Activltle8 for generating funds Hall lettings 28,850 28,850 27,175 2c Investmont income Interest income 5,480 18,017 11,727 2d Income ro8ourco8 from charitable activities Wedding and Funeral fee5 4,285 4,285 4,285 5,222 5,222 20 Other incoming resourc Rental income Income from GSHP & Miscellaneous Income 16,154 8,908 16,154 8,908 16,800 14.773 25,062 25,062 31,573 TOTAL INCOMING RESOURCES 5,480 304,296 299,500 34
St John's Church Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report for 2024 Parochial Church Council of St. John, Kenilworth Notes to the financial statements for the year ending 31 December 2024 Unr•8tricted Funds Restricted Funds Total Funds 2024 Total Funds 2023 Note 3 RESOURCES EXPENDED 3a Church activltles Missionary and charitsble giving Oversaas: Bethlehem School Bible Society CMS Crosslinks Uyogo Friends of The Holy Land CHIT 2,600 1,750 3,000 3,000 2,300 350 600 2,600 1,750 3,000 3,000 2.300 350 2,500 1,700 2,750 2,750 2,200 500 Home: Kenilworth Youth for Christ Church Army Crossteach Spring Playgroup Dave & Kay Stoker Foodbank Flourish Taste Life Compassionate Kenilworth 3,250 1,900 1,850 2,630 3,250 1,900 1,850 2,630 4,038 1,800 1,800 2,530 500 1,850 550 300 500 1,850 550 300 500 1,800 500 Carried forward 26,430 26,430 25,368 35
St John's Church Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report for 2024 Parochial Church Council of St. John, Kenilworth Notes to the financial statements for the year ending 31 December 2024 Unrestricted Funds Restrct'd Funds Total Funds 2024 Total Funds 2023 Note 3 RESOURCES EXPENDED 3a Church actlvities {contlnued) Brought forward 26,430 26,430 25,368 Ministry.. diocesan quota Ministry.. vicar and curate expenses Ministry.. youth worker's salary and exps Junior Church and youth work Adult training courses and materials Funeral and Wedding fees (Diocese) Funeral and Wedding fees (St Johns) Insurance Utilities Cleaning, caretaking and waste disposal Maintenance- Warwick Road Church Maintenance - Hall and car park Maintenance - 23 Leyes Lane Depreciation- Church Hall building Depreciation - Equipment Church music costs Other Parish office salaries and expenses PCC pension costs Slalionery, postage and copying Computer and other office equipment Legal and Profession81 Fees Bank charges 89,500 2,306 89,500 2,306 85,000 2,301 (29) 880 2,552 1,807 1,497 5,989 23,722 20,316 {29} 880 2,552 1,807 1,497 5,989 23,722 20,316 28 1,218 2,777 3,381 1,846 5,799 22,417 18,370 77,712 5,535 2,559 526 1,603 2,053 7,985 18,248 367 1,398 878 725 98 77,712 5,535 2,559 526 1,603 3,477 44,657 18,248 367 1,398 878 725 98 6,524 1,249 5,443 526 1,603 2,999 5,124 16,845 260 1,636 459 1,868 100 1,424 36,672 Total Church activities 294,657 38,096 332,753 213,141 3b Governance costs (Independent examiner's remuneration) 1,801 1,801 1.610 TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED 296,458 334,554 214,751 36
St John's Church Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report for 2024 Parochial Church Council of St. John, Kenilworth Notes to the financial statements for the year ending 31 December 2024 Note 4 STAFF COSTS 2024 2023 4a Wages and salarles Wages and salaries Social security costs Pension Costs 18,248 16,845 367 18,615 260 17,105 4b The P.C.C. employed one part-lime person at the end of the year. The average monthly number of . employees during the year was 1.0 {2023. 1.0). 4c Apart from the above no other Members of the P.C.C. or connecled persons received any reimbursement of expense5 Qr remuneration other than to reimburse for miscellaneous disbursements made on behalf of the P.C.C. 4d No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000. Note 5 TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS Freehold land and buildlngs Church and other equipment Total COST and REVALUATION At 1 January 2024 Additions Revaluation of investment property Disposals At 31 December 2024 601,294 184,071 785,365 40,000 40,000 641,294 184,071 825,365 DEPRECIATION At 1 January 2024 Charge for the year Disposals At 31 Decembor 2024 47,391 526 174,162 1,603 221,553 2,129 175,765 223,682 Ngf BOOK VALUE At 1 January 2024 553,903 9,909 563,812 At 31 DeMber 2024 593,377 8,306 601,683 The freehold land and buildings comprise.. The church hall complex in Warwick Road, Kenilworth. The house at 23 Leyes Lane, Kenilworth (cost £145,000). In 2024 the trustees sought professional advice from Sheldon Bosley Knight {in previous years from Loveitts) Chartered Surveyors regarding the value of the investment property and subsequently revalued the property to £590,000. 37
St John's Church Kenilworth, Trustees'Annual Report for 2024 Parochial Church Council of St. John, Kenilworth Notes to the financial statements for the year ending 31 December 2024 Note 6 DEBTORS (UNRESTRICTED FUNDS) 2024 2023 Tax recoverable Other debtors and prepayments 9,945 5,746 15,691 7,601 7,219 14,820 Note 7 CURRENT LIABILITIES {UNRESTRICTED FUNDS) 2024 2023 Other creditors 8,834 27,485 8,834 27,485 Not• 8 LIA81LITIES FALLING DUE BEYOND ONE YEAR 2024 2023 Other creditors due in 1 2 years 38
St John's Church Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report for 2024 Parochial Church Council of St. John, Kenilworth Notes to the financial statements for the year ending 31 December 2024 Note 9a FUNDS 2024 Balance at1 January 2024 Incoming resources Resources expended Transfers Balance at 31 December 2024 Unrestricted Funds General Funds 163,180 288,878 204,580 32,314 215,164 Designated Funds General Maintenance (note 11) Hall building Mission & charities (Tithe balance) Contingency reserve {not8 11) 25,000 Leyes Lane Property Cost 145,000 Leyes Lane Propety Revaluation 405,000 Other 6,895 Total Designated Funds 690,004 73,500 7,974 26,635 6,360 (60,000) 5,000 24,860 7,974 27.519 (26,4301 27,314 25,000 145,000 445,000 5,025 680,378 40,000 3,578 49,938 5,448 91,878 32,314 Total Unrestricted Funds 853,184 338,816 296,458 895,542 Restricted Funds Kenilworth- Dresden link Fun & Food KT Legacy 2,694 1.721 (2,694) 1,721 90,709 5,480 (33,628) 118,857 3,598 126,870 Other Total restrlcled funds 1,774 38,096 1,824 94,254 5,480 Total All Funds 980,054 344,296 334,554 989,796 39
St John's Church Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report for 2024 Parochial Church Council of St. John, Kenilworth Notes to the financial statements for the year ending 31 December 2024 Note 9b FUNDS 2023 Balance at1 January 2023 Incoming resources Resources expended Transfers Balance at 31 December 2023 Unrestricted Funds General Funds 85,926 291,978 188,749 25,975 163,180 Designaled Funds General Maintenance (note 11) Hall building Mission & charities (Tithe balance) Contingency reserve (note 11) Leyes Lane Property Cost Leyes Lane Property Revaluation Other Total Designated Funds 73,500 7.974 24,990 73,500 7,974 26,635 (24,330) 25,975 25,000 145,000 395,000 25,000 145,000 405.000 10,000 5,125 676,589 2,404 12,404 634 24,964 6,895 690,004 25,975 Total Unrestricted Funds 762,515 304,382 213,713 853.184 Restricted Funds Kenilworth - Dresden link Fun & Food KT Legacy Other Total restricted funds 2,694 1,721 114,777 3,598 122 790 2,694 1,721 118,857 3,598 126,870 5,118 {1,038) 5,118 1,038 Total All Funds 885.305 309.500 214,751 980,054 40
St John's Church Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report for 2024 Parochial Church Council of St. John, Kenilworth Notes to the financial statements for the year ending 31 December 2024 Not• 9c FUNDS 2023-2024 Total Balance at 1 January 2023 Incoming resources Resources expended Transfers Balance at 31 December 2024 Unrestricted Funds General Funds 85,926 393,329 58,289 215,164 Designated Funds General Maintenance (note 11) Hall building Mission & charities (Tithe balance) Contingency reserve (note 11) Leyes Lane Properly Cost Leyes Lane Property Revaluation Other Total Designated Funds 73,500 7,974 24,990 6,360 (60,000) 5,000 24,880 7,974 27,519 {50,760) 53,289 25,000 145,000 395,000 5.125 676,589 25,000 145,000 445,000 5,025 680,378 50,000 5,982 62,342 6,082 116,842 58,289 Total Unrestricted Funds 762,515 510 171 895,542 Restricted Funds Kenilworth - Dresden link Fun & Food KT Legacy Outreach Other Total restricted funds 2,694 1,721 114,777 3,598 122,790 (2,694) 1,721 90,709 1,824 94,254 10,598 (34,666) 1,774 39,134 10,598 Total All Funds 885,305 653,796 549,305 989,796 Notè 10 ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS (BY FUND) General Funds De8lgnat•d Funds Total Unrestrlcted Total Restrlctod Total Funds Tangible fixed assets (note 5) Current assets Liabilities: Amounts falling due in one year Amounts falling due after one year Total Funds 601.683 78,695 601,683 302.693 601.683 223,998 94,254 396,947 (8,834) (8,834) {8,834) 215,164 680,378 895.542 94,254 989,796 41
St John's Church Kenilworth, Trustees, Annual Report for 2024 Parochial Church Council of St. John, Kenilworth Notes to the financial statements for the year ending 31 December 2024 Notè 11 FUND BALANCES Fund balances at 31 December 2024 include the following: General Ma1ntenan Fund Bell frame Grand piano - major overhaul Church roof {Planned for 20241 Car park maintenance DDA measures Other quinquennial work Provision for replacement equipment 2,500 1,500 7,860 3,000 8,000 2,000 24,860 Contingency Resorve Fund The PCC considers it prudent lo set aside a sum of money as an emergency fund. The equivalent of approximately one month's budgeted expenditure for 2025. 25,000 42