2023-08-31-accounts - The Methodist Church, Caversham

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Section A Reference and administration details

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|||||| |---|---|---|---|---| |Charity name|The Methodist Church, Caversham| |Other names charity is known by| |Registered charity number (if any)|a|1127822| |Charity's principal address|74 Highmoor Road| |Caversham| |Reading| |Postcode|RG4 7BG| |——| |Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity| |Dates acted if not for whole|Name of person (or body) entitled| |Trustee name|Office (if any)| |year|to|appoint|trustee|(if any)| |1|Rev Martin Beukes|Chair| |2|Rev D G Jenkins| |3|Mr A Harland|Circuit Rep.|Until 11 May 2023| |4|Mr T J Rowell|Circuit Rep.|From 11 May 2023| |5|Mrs. B. Caborn|Steward| |6|Mr D E Cliffe|Secretary| |7|Mrs E Cooper| |8|Mrs M Ellison|Steward| |9|Mrs D Ellis| |10|Mr V Emerson| |11|Mrs M Fowler|Steward| |12|Mrs D Herbert|Steward| |13|Mr C Hinks|Steward|Until 22 May 2023| |14|Mrs P Hopkins|Steward|Until 11 June 2023| |15|Mr A Laird|Treasurer|Until 22 May 2023| |16|Mrs B Macrae| |17|Mr K Macrae|Property Steward| |18|Mr D Munns|Until 11 June 2023| |19|Mrs H New| |20|Mr C Pollard|Steward| |21|Mr I Pollard|Steward; Treasurer|Treas. from 22 May 2023| |22|Mrs M Price| |23|Mr B Simpson| |24|Mrs M Simpson|Steward| |25|Mr H Stroud|Steward| |26|Mrs J Talbot|Steward|

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27 28	Mrs L Turner	Steward
	Mr S Turner		Until 22 May2023

Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees)

Name Dates acted if not for whole year

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)

Type of adviser	Name Address	Name Address
Property Inspection	Thames Valley Surveying Ltd	Thames Valley Surveying Ltd Green Bank University of Reading London Road Reading RG1 5AQ
Legal Affairs	As required

Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)

Section B Structure, governance and management

Description of the charity’s trusts

Deed of Union of the Methodist Church 20[th] Sept 1932 Type of governing document (eg. trust deed, constitution) In accordance with the Constitutional Practice and Discipline (CPD) of the How the charity is constituted Methodist Church (eg. trust, association, company) Some Trustees are Trustees as a result of their position, some are elected Trustee selection methods by the General Church Meeting and some are appointed (co-opted). (eg. appointed by, elected by)

Additional governance issues (Optional information)

Bankers

You may choose to include additional information, where relevant, about:

The Church’s Bankers are CAF Bank Ltd, 25 Kings Hill Avenue, West
relevant, about: Malling, Kent, ME19 4QJ and the Central Finance Board of the Methodist
policies and procedures Church, Bonhill Street, London, EC2A 4PE. adopted for the induction and training of trustees;
the charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works;

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relationship with any related parties;
trustees’ consideration of major risks and the system and procedures to manage them.

Section C

Section C Objectives and activities

Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document Summary of the main activities undertaken for the public benefit in relation to these objects (include within this section the statutory declaration that trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit)	The purposes of the Methodist Church are and shall be deemed to have been since the date of union the advancement of – (a) the Christian faith in accordance with the doctrinal standards and discipline of the Methodist Church; (b) any charitable purpose for the time being of any Connexional, District, Circuit, local or other organisation of the Methodist Church; (c) any charitable purpose for the time being of any society or institution subsidiary or ancillary to the Methodist Church.
	The trustees have over the year acted with regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit. One Church – on two sites. As one church members from both sites continue to work together harmoniously. Worship Sunday worship is one of our major activities. We usually have a Sunday morning service at both churches, but from time to time we have shared services on one site. Services at Caversham Heights Church are still streamed via YouTube, to include those who are not able to attend church. Caring A team of Pastoral Friends continue to care for all members and adherents. They make regular visits when needed or maintain contact by telephone or email for those people who are not seen regularly in church. They are able to chat to those attending church during social times after the service, so are aware of all those in need of support and prayer. Learning There are 3 active Bible Study and Worship Groups involving members of the church and all led by lay people. They have followed a variety of study material to enhance their knowledge and understanding. There is in addition a prayer group that meets every Thursday morning. Service & Evangelism Coffee mornings continue alternating between both churches, giving church members and local residents the chance to socialise in a safe and friendly atmosphere. The Babies and Toddlers group is thriving, with new people joining regularly as others move on as children move on to other activities or parents return to work. It offers people a safe place to make friends and for children to learn and develop socially. The Art Group meets weekly and helps people develop their creative skills as well as providing a friendly meeting point for a variety of people. The buildings are well used, by church groups and diverse community groups, such as pre-schools, dance groups, Kumon, a Bridge Club, a beekeepers’association, Brownies, and a Hungarian Language School.

Summary of the objects of the
charity set out in its
governing document
Summary of the main
activities undertaken for the
public benefit in relation to
these objects (include within
this section the statutory
declaration that trustees have
had regard to the guidance
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit)

The purposes of the Methodist Church are and shall be deemed to have
been since the date of union the advancement of – (a) the Christian faith
in accordance with the doctrinal standards and discipline of the Methodist
Church; (b) any charitable purpose for the time being of any Connexional,
District, Circuit, local or other organisation of the Methodist Church; (c)
any charitable purpose for the time being of any society or institution
subsidiary or ancillary to the Methodist Church.

The trustees have over the year acted with regard to the guidance issued
by the Charity Commission on public benefit.
One Church – on two sites.
As one church members from both sites continue to work together
harmoniously.
Worship
Sunday worship is one of our major activities. We usually have a Sunday
morning service at both churches, but from time to time we have shared
services on one site. Services at Caversham Heights Church are still
streamed via YouTube, to include those who are not able to attend
church.
Caring
A team of Pastoral Friends continue to care for all members and
adherents. They make regular visits when needed or maintain contact by
telephone or email for those people who are not seen regularly in church.
They are able to chat to those attending church during social times after
the service, so are aware of all those in need of support and prayer.
Learning
There are 3 active Bible Study and Worship Groups involving members of
the church and all led by lay people. They have followed a variety of
study material to enhance their knowledge and understanding.
There is in addition a prayer group that meets every Thursday morning.
Service & Evangelism
Coffee mornings continue alternating between both churches, giving
church members and local residents the chance to socialise in a safe and
friendly atmosphere.
The Babies and Toddlers group is thriving, with new people joining
regularly as others move on as children move on to other activities or
parents return to work. It offers people a safe place to make friends and
for children to learn and develop socially.
The Art Group meets weekly and helps people develop their creative
skills as well as providing a friendly meeting point for a variety of people.
The buildings are well used, by church groups and diverse community
groups, such as pre-schools, dance groups, Kumon, a Bridge Club, a
beekeepers’association, Brownies, and a Hungarian Language School.

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There is a monthly Artist and Makers Fair which attracts many local people to view the various stalls as well as partake of refreshments which raise money for a variety of charities. The church is also an active member of the Churches Together in Caversham organisation that supports various community projects. Church members are involved in a number of different activities. Reinspired, led by 2 project leaders takes volunteers into schools to explain aspects of Christian faith. A weeklong Holiday Club in the summer attracts children from all areas of Caversham.

Regular Messy Church sessions are held at the Weller centre and attended by a growing number of families.

The weekly drop in at the Baptist Church supports anyone in need. Church members are involved in the production and distribution of the local Christian newspaper.

The successful weekly drop in for Ukrainian refugees drew to a natural close at the end of the year as the members were absorbed into the local community Resources

Besides raising funds for its own purposes, and for general Methodist purposes, the church raises money for other causes. For example, some church members collect money for Action for Children, and used postage stamps to raise funds for the Parkinsons Society. For many years now we have given money to support the Racecourse Community School in Zambia.

Safeguarding

The Church has a Safeguarding Officer, and the Safeguarding policy is updated annually at the Autumn Church Council. The revised policy was accepted by council on 10th November 2022 and is displayed. Safeguarding training and DBS checks for those in roles requiring it are up to date.

Eco Church

The Caversham Heights church has attained the Bronze Eco-Church award and is working towards silver status. The re-planting of its garden and improvements to the buildings, including the installation of double glazing, will help towards this end. The re-planting was completed in December 2022 using low maintenance plants which are bird- and pollinator-friendly. Options for the Gosbrook Road church are under consideration.

Data Protection

The church has a Privacy Officer, and a privacy notice is displayed in the church, in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations.

Additional details of objectives and activities (Optional information)

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You may choose to include further statements, where relevant, about:

policy on grantmaking;
policy programme related investment;
contribution made by volunteers.

Section D Achievements and performance

Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year

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Section D Achievements and performance

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CHURCH RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNTS THE METHODIST CHURCH STANDARD FORM OF ACCOUNTS THE METHODIST CHURCH, CAVERSHAM Church FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 August 2023 BASINGSTOKE & Reading Clreult Clrcuit no. 2614 R*gl$t&red Charity - Charity R•gl$tration number If nol a registered charity Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs Gift Aid number (The HMRC number is equivalent lo a registered charity number In terms of evidence of charitable status and may be used to give to donors or grant funders wishing to see evidence of the organisalion's charitable status. Methodist charities in England and Wales that are not registered charities are excepted from registration under Statutory Instrument 2014 No.2421 1127822 Minister-. MARTIN BEUKES Church Stewards.. BRENDA CABORN, MARGARET ELLISON. MYRA FOWLER. DAVID HERBERT, COLIN HINKS. PAULINE HOPKINS, CHRISTINE POLLARD. IAN POLLARD, MARGARET SIMPSON. HENRY STROUD. JAN TALBOT, LESLEY TURNER Treasurer.. IAN POLLARD Church R ar P 2D1S.xls 1 of5

ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2023 THE METHODIST CHURCH. CAVERSHAM Church Unrestrlcted RÈtstricted Tolals this Fund¥ Funt15 year Totals la$t year SECTION A 81 RECEIPTS Nota a2 Offerin 5 and Tax recovered Bank and CFB intere51 and Investment In¢offle 79,956 1.492 81,448 72,441 2,835 2,835 $4,448 5,673 212 a4 Lettin 54,448 40,925 Other recei 2.518 3.155 10.237 Gosbrook Rd opening cash balances TOTAL RECEIPTS 15.344 a6 139,757 4,647 144,404 la71 139,159 SECTION b1 PAYMENTS b2 Circuit Assessment or Sha 68.824 68.824 62.587 b3 Donations 490 490 3,775 Irs and Maintenance Utilities {lnsuran$, water cha es, heatin & lighting) 26.383 1,498 27.881 57,432 b5 28.289 28,269 18,907 b7 Other payments TOTAL PAYMENTS 6.600 3,255 4,753 9.855 135.319 6,302 149,003 b8 130,566 Ib91 SECTION C NET RECEIPTSIPAYMENTS FOR THE YEAR c1 la6-b8 9,191 1106 9,085 9,8441 Total fund5 brought forward from la51 year 121,157 3.584 124,741 134,585 Sub totsl ¢1+c2 130,348 3.478 133,826 124.741 Transfers 8nd ad uslments ¢5 TOTAL FUNDS AT END OF YEAR Ic3+c41 130,348 3,478 133,826 l¢BI 124,741 Ic61 SECTION D FOR INFOFIMATION ONLY.. MONEY RECEIVED AND PASSED ON TO EXTERNAL ORGANISATIONS Ithe8e amounts are not to be included in total r8ceiptslpaymgnts fl ures above) d1 B81ance brou ht forward from last ear 206 554 d2 Offerin sIGifts- 1ved for external o anisations 4,242 3.232 d3 Offering51Gifts passed lo external organisations 3,876 3.992 8ALANCE STILL TO BE PAID Id1+d2-d31 360 12061 2of5

THE METHODIST CHURCH CAVERSHAM Church RCH ACCOUNTS AND INT AL ORGANISATION REP RTIN OUNCIL SECTION E hq Gvld¥nc• N Summary Dt1he ac¢ountsforthe ye31 enQéd 31 Ay9uSl ZI22 and Inlemal Or[aDisalions rewning tolhechuth thn¢illChurch Meeting lhall[n0$ Intérnal Oroani$¥W¢UId wrmblly be Restsicl8QMnds unless Itthuld tthaT1V shn inalth8yCDuhlbÉ useo T¢fany Meih0th51 purp)ye This SlI0mSt be compw8Oto arrive atthelioss IllClJmEand exp8ndItu[?lS OTthe Church Incom&exceettstheAttiua16 Ihieshoid thEntNc(al5ffleld01actsn9 ANDA DIFFERÉNT FORM my51 bpused ID rerththe atCOutsts16eeiielWistwebsrtel Pase relrI0 Juiaancenoies 1transfe bEEnt DIBlntha conn8th8l Dis1ritl Or9ani>bon5 INTERNAL ORGANISATIONS Met Receipt Pa ertts onIng balanc¥$ Recei m8nts Ad U51ments cio 14n Chyt¢h aontI(tOta broughtfornyard pagé 2.totsts 144,404 Ib91 9.08$ 124,741 ICÉ) 133.826 Ic81 BYCHURC 144,404 9.DBO 124,741 133,826 Conlinupons waraK98h881 IfSry and bnng th• totalsforyvard TOTAL RECEIPT$ TOTAL PAYMENTS SEcTN F SETSANO LIA8IUT OPENINS 8ALANCES CLOSING BALAN¢E$ CHURCH-CASH FUNDSHELD at31 Au 5t202J Cash In nk ¢urrenlAccount Op srtAr£ounl Centsal Finan¢e 903 SBS TNsle8sfotM8thodiSt¢hUICh Puty05 SUB TOTAL- Church aCCOun¢S 124,741 133,B20 To1al lums h910 ty Iniemai oryanisaS It8 C11j balalJI Iromaoowei ie121 TOTALCASH FUNDS HELD BYCHURCH 124,741 133.B26 SECTION G Al 31 AlS12D23 OTHERA$SETS and Lk46LtllE5 1 Sepiemwr2022 1Clude EndWWIS sae e$inGte value 7 283 736 7 895 5S9 OIMwAsss L¢a - Showèmounlouwan eaien¢ 14 lrtluU¢Only Funds he altheCentr31 FinantÈ 15 IncluoeoThly FuThdS he alTiusteesforklglnodiSt¢hulCkn Pum5e5 91 Intyuoe aty¢ihei In¥e¥trnEThts InDtthe cash gl@ml01T¢P Its&C¢nI5t8 IsinCldad In I¢ rs )15(RPib 3d5

Name of Church THE METHODIST CHURCH, CAVERSHAM No." 1127822 Declarations and Scrutiny I confirm that these Receipt and Payment based accounts for the year to 31 August 2022 have been prepared from the records of the Church and that they include all funds under the control of the Church Iruslees. Signature ol treasurer Date Narn8 and address of treasurer Ovk Post Code Pr•sèntatlon to the Church trustees l Gonfiim that the annual port and accounts for the year ended 31 August 2023 werelwll be. presented to the meeting of the Ghui¢h trustees held on Signature of the Chair ol the meeting Name of the Chair of the meeting Independent Examiner'5 Report to the Tru$tee$ of the THE METHODIST CHURCH. CAVERSHAM Charity Number 1127822 Responsibilities and basis of report I report to the trustees on my examination ol the accounts of THE METHODIST CHURCH. CAVERSHAM for the year ended 31 August 2022 set out on pages 1 to 3. As the Church's trustees. you ar& responsible foi the piepaiation ol the accounts in accordance with the requirements ol the Gharitie5 Act 2011 I'lhe Act'l. I report in resped ol rny exarnination of the Ghurch's accounts caiiied out under section 145 of the Aet and. in carrying out my examination. I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 14515llbl ol the Act. delete or circle as appropriate ZQ15¢Myrth R¥nJ Pxl$ 40f5

Name of Church THE METHODIST CHURCH, CAVERSHAM No.. 1127822 Independent Examlner's Statement I have completed my examination. l ¢onfimi that no material matters have come to my attention in Connection ¥Mth the examination {other than that disdosed b8lovf) which give me cause to believe that in, any material respect.. the accounting records were nol kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act,. or the a¢¢ounts do nol accord with the accounting records. Ithe Ithe I have no concems and have come across no oth6r matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this pOrt in order to enable a proper urKlerntsnding of the accounts to be reached. I havelhave not. obtained independent verification of all investments with the Trustees for Methodist Church Purposes or held in other trusts, bank balances and funds al the Central Finance Board of the Methodist Church which are individually in excess of £10,000 (ten thousand pounds) at the balance Sheet date. Signature of independent examiner Name of independent examiner . IAN SCOBELL *). Relevant professional qualification of independent examiner .ACMA, CGMA Name of firm (where appropriate) Address . IS. TREFORGAN. CHAVERSHAM. READING Post Code RG4 7XG Date 12-123 delete or circle as appropriate 2015 thrch R P.5 5ofS