Saltburn Parochial Church Council Emmanuel Church Annual Report 2022
Introduction – Rev Adam Reed (Vicar)
Welcome to the Annual Report for 2022. Here you will find a number of reports that paint a broad brush picture of the life of the Emmanuel Church family in 2022.
PASTORAL CARE AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH
During 2022 ECHO continued to live out its name ‘Emmanuel Church Hall Outreach’. The Food Bank became more established and from November was supplemented by the Warm Hub initiative. This was one response to the increasing cost of living. Alongside the refreshments served around the church services, the Tiny Tots Drop-In and the Man Cave offered, in their own way, places of friendship, support and community.
The Emmanuel Church Shop continues to be a great place of engagement with the community of Saltburn and visitors to the town. I would like to thank the team of volunteers who help keep it open and who warmly greet those who shop and browse.
I am continually grateful to those who have a heart and commitment to visit the elderly and infirm, who take Home Communion, and who pray faithfully for the vulnerable and suffering in our church family. The pastoral visitors and the prayer chain intercessors are a very real blessing, and live out the call to service and ministry that is a privilege as members of Christ’s body.
During Advent I enjoyed attending three events in three different venues, showing the potential for the church family to reach out into the community. On Thursday 1[st] December ECHO was full of folk for The Christmas Singalong. On Thursday 8[th] December Brockley Hall invited me to organise some Carol Singing for guests and visitors, with ticket sales supporting the Food Banks. And on Friday 9[th] December around 50 hardy folks enjoyed the beautiful and moving songs of Gareth Davies-Jones in a very cold Emmanuel Church (due to the gap in the Rose Window under repair!). Three good events, all a meeting point for those in the Emmanuel church family and those exploring or sympathetic to the Christian faith and the church.
GATHERING TO WORSHIP IN CHURCH AND ON ZOOM
2022 saw the established Sunday pattern of church services continue as normal throughout the year - a traditional 9am service followed by a contemporary 10.45am service. At festivals and in August and December the two congregations came together to worship and serve as one. The musicians of
Emmanuel deserve our thanks for enabling us to worship with a joyful variety of songs, hymns and music.
The 9.30am Tuesday morning service held steady in numbers. It saw the welcome addition of some new members, who have found its timing and setting to be a source of encouragement.
Morning Prayer each week day continued on ZOOM, with between 15-20 people regularly participating. Night Prayer returned to the church building on Mondays, as well as on ZOOM on other evenings during the week. The quality and regularity of these services during 2022 would not have been possible without the commitment of Christine Pollard, Geoff Bland, Ian Guy, Robert & Christina Dring and John & Vanessa Pearson.
Evening Prayer on Thursdays at 5.30pm continued to be an important gathering for between 6-10 people to pray for the parish and ponder the Scriptures.
DISCIPLESHIP & TEACHING
The devotional and teaching highlight for me was the book ‘Making Sense of Life’ by Michael Ots. Using the offer of buying over a 100 copies for £1 each, we managed to give a copy to every church member who wanted one. Folk were encouraged to read the book in their own time, and pass it on to anyone who was interested in exploring the Christian faith. Furthermore, the 10 chapters were turned into a Sunday sermon series in February, August and at the end of October.
At other times in the year, especially at the Tuesday morning services, we taught on the following themes: ‘The Book of Revelation’, ‘Lent: Jesus on Trial’, ‘Stephen: An Ordinary Christian’, ‘Ecclesiastes: Why Everything Matters’, ‘The Letters of John’, and ‘The God Who Appears’. Many of the talks and sermons are available on my SoundCloud page, and have been used for personal devotions and Home Group meetings. I am very grateful to Julie Martin, Geoff Bland, Ian Guy, Matthew Holland & David Lester for joining me in regularly preaching and teaching throughout 2022
Alongside teaching at services, the Saltburn Churches Together Lent Course was an inspiring time of fellowship and learning as 30-40 people gathered each week to explore the Servant Songs of Isaiah.
Throughout 2022 our children and young people were supported in their faith through the Sunday by Sunday ministry of Treasure Seekers, as well as the
monthly meeting of Messy Church. (Please pray for the successor to Messy Church in 2023, The Party @ ECHO). The Tiny Tots Drop-In on Wednesday afternoons continued to be a meeting point for pre-school children and their parents and carers. Please do pray for our young people and their leaders, that they will be sustained and blessed by our Lord Jesus.
CONTINUING TO READ THE BIBLE ALOUD
In 2021 the entire Bible was read aloud in church over the course of a week in August. The effect of this stirred many to read their Bibles more faithfully, and to see the benefits of reading Scripture aloud, including through the Bible Reading in Homes initiative. In 2022, ‘The Gospel of Luke’ was read on the afternoon of Palm Sunday, and the ‘Acts of the Apostles’ on the afternoon of Pentecost Sunday.
HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH II
The reading of Acts coincided with the ‘Festival of Cakes’ as Emmanuel celebrated the platinum jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. The joy of this occasion contrasted with the poignancy, sadness and solemnity later in the year at her Majesty’s death. However, alongside the felt sense of loss was a joyful hope because of the Queen’s own faith in Jesus Christ. The service of Evening Prayer on 15[th] September to give thanks for the Queen’s life of faith and service was a moving occasion for the 60 or so who attended. It included prayer for King Charles III who became the Supreme Governor of the Church of England.
CONCLUSION
I would like to close by thanking in particular Linda, Ross and Richard for their support and ministry as church wardens during 2022. Also, George and Margaret for their ministry as Treasurer and coordinator of the Church Shop, Christine our Parish Administrator, PCC members, servers, and welcomers. In whatever capacity you served the Lord Jesus at Emmanuel during 2022, thank you. May you all continue to know the transforming grace and love of our Lord Jesus Christ.
LEADERSHIP:
The Parochial Church Council (PCC) of Emmanuel Church has the responsibility of cooperating with the vicar in promoting, in the parish of Saltburn-by-the-Sea, the whole Mission of the Church, pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical, and striving to ensure that all the Church’s activities and energies promote the aims of the Church’s agreed Mission statement “To grow in the love of God, and to share it with others”.
The PCC also has maintenance responsibilities for the fabric of the Church building on Windsor Rd, and for the adjacent Church Hall and grounds.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:
“Saltburn PCC has complied with the duty under section 5 of the Safeguarding and Clergy Discipline Measure 2016 (duty to have regard to House of Bishop’s guidance on safeguarding children and vulnerable adults)”.
MEMBERSHIP OF THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL (PCC):
Members of the PCC are either ex-officio or elected for a three-year period by the Annual Parochial Church Meeting with the exception of the Treasurer and Secretary who are elected for an annual term of office, in accordance with the Church Representation Rules.
During the year 2022, the following served as members of the PCC: Incumbent: Revd Adam Reed (From June 2011)
Churchwardens : Mrs Linda Johnson (elected June 2019) Mr Richard Smelt (until April 2022), Mr Ross Weddell (elected April 2022).
Representatives on the Deanery Synod : (from APCM 2020) Mrs Christine Pollard, Mr Norman Pictor (also on Diocesan Synod), Mrs Anne Findlay Elected Members : Mr George Brignall (Treasurer)
Elected APCM 2019 : (Until APCM 2022) Mrs Ann Brignall, Mrs Allison Noel, Mr Richard Smelt, Mr Ross Weddell
Elected APCM 2020 : (Until APCM 2023) Mrs Marjorie Wieland
Elected APCM 2021 : (Until APCM 2024) Mrs Margaret Brignall, Mrs Drisc Wardle
Elected APCM 2022 : (Until APCM 2025) Mrs Maureen Payne, Mrs Jayne Holland (1 year only)
LEADERSHIP COMMITTEES:
Leadership Review of the Year:
The full PCC met six times during the year. At the meetings there were regular briefings on the financial state of the church as well as reports from our Deanery and Diocesan synod representative.
Standing Committee:
This is the only Committee required by law. It has power to transact the business of the PCC between its meetings, subject to any direction given by the Council. The Standing Committee is responsible for drafting the Annual Budget for approval by the PCC. It comprises the Vicar, the Churchwardens, the PCC Treasurer and one PCC Member
Churches Together in Saltburn:
Three parishioners represent Emmanuel Church on the ‘Churches Together in Saltburn’ Committee.
CHURCH ATTENDANCE:
The Church Electoral Roll stood at 132 members. The average adult attendance on a Sunday was 78 and 9 children and Tuesday saw an average of 16 adults.
The Church employs an invaluable part-time Administrator Christine Pollard. The Verger is Peter Jones, ably assisted by Betty Jones. Sue Scope is employed part time as Caretaker/Cleaner for ECHO.
COMMUNITY GROUPS, COMINGS AND GOINGS…
The social gatherings, breakfasts, PCC, the church shop, Mothers’ Union, Morning Prayer, Bible Studies, Lent Course and Home Groups are where we build community and grow in discipleship . Heather Ainsley organised an overnight coach trip away for a small group in December.
Visitors continue to respond to invitations to join events and services publicised on our website: www.emmanuelsaltburn.co.uk and Facebook page.
Rainbows, Brownies & Guides comprising approximately 60 children, made use of the Church Hall on Wednesday evenings.
A Seated Exercise Class led by Harry Simpson met each Tuesday morning attended by a mixed age group as well as Estelle with Zumba Gold on a Monday evening and G&J Fitness on a Wednesday morning.
The Mothers’ Union continued to meet either in ECHO or church before finally bringing to an end the Saltburn branch of MU at the Advent Service in December. Please see separate report.
The U3A continues to hire ECHO regularly for meetings and classes including: poetry, play reading, creative writing; French; singing for pleasure; music appreciation; paper and card crafts; Spanish, craft and sewing, Russian and a discussion group.
Other community groups such as the Saltburn Diving Club, Saltburn Allotment Association, Friday Friends, Befrienders, Saltburn Surf School, individual small groups and businesses use ECHO for various meetings and training sessions throughout the year.
Our ArtSpace exhibition area was used for one exhibition this year to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. The exhibitions always attract many visitors to the church enabling us to express our journey of faith to the wider community.
Following the Pandemic Open Church did not resume to its regular opening days in 2022, but we were able to open for events for the bible readings and the Queen’s Jubilee.
Members of the church continue to be involved in the work of Doorways along with members of other Churches in the town. Doorways employed a part time worker Michelle Fewsdale to assist Neil Harris in their school work. Please see separate report.
We held our Christingle service which encouraged families attending the local primary school to support the Children’s Society . The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is always well supported across the town with Churches Together gathering each day at the Methodist Church, Emmanuel and Our Lady of Lourdes Church.
Our monthly page Spirit Matters in Talk of the Town reached every home in the town and across the world via their website.
REPORTS
Aroma:
Aroma was held on the first Saturday of each month during 2022 finishing in June, when it was felt right to pull back and enable other “women” focussed events to happen. Through the first six months of 2022 Aroma continued to be very well attended 40/50 each month with a mix of Church and non Church attendees. The final Aroma was held in the Orangery garden to mark the Queens platinum jubilee and featured tea, cake and some wonderful entertainment.
Angela Smelt on behalf of the Aroma Team
Artspace@Emmanuel:
In 2022 an exhibition to celebrate the Queens Platinum Jubilee filled the Artspace with memorabilia over the decades filling the walls and the Millennium Banner and memories of the history of Emmanuel, with photos and artwork. We hope that 2023 will create opportunities to use the Artspace for more exhibitions.
Christine Pollard on behalf of the Art Team
Buildings Fabric Report:
The year started with the repairs to the Lady Chapel following storm damage from Storm Arwen. This included roof and electric repairs. Later in the year, the South Rose Window replacement began. This project ran into early 2023. Additional minor works have been carried out to the electrics, lighting and boiler. Emmanuel continues to benefit from the help and support of Andy Pollard in managing and repairing the fabric of the buildings.
Emmanuel is due its 5 yearly fabric inspection (quinquennial) in 2023. This will be used as a baseline to review and determine fabric works over upcoming years. Additionally, efforts will be made to dispose of unwanted items and improve the storage provision across both buildings.
Ross Weddell on behalf of the Standing Committee
Children & Young People:
Treasure Seekers runs on three Sundays each month with the occasional 5th Sunday. We are able to split into two age groups which we believe helps the young people. We aim to get at least 40 mins with the children - usually starting with a game together. We have committed leaders and helpers, but there is a lot of juggling around of those people each month to provide a safe environment; hence our constant request for more helpers/leaders, to make our offering more sustainable and improved.
We are an extended family and we would love to have more opportunities for the children to get to know each other, for their friends to join in and to think about getting away together. This minimum sustainable position should be a major focus of the PCC.
Rob Noel on behalf of the Children’s Ministry Team
Church Charity Shop:
In 2022 the opening times at the shop remained at four days a week with Monday mornings open for donations only. This also gives the helpers the opportunity to change displays and re-stock the rails and shelves.
We have thirty volunteers (there is room for more!) who help in a variety of ways. These include serving on a regular weekly basis, helping occasionally when there are vacancies on the rota, washing, repairing, cleaning and checking items ready for sale. This all results in being able to sell good quality recycled goods at a realistic price. We are very grateful to all the volunteers for their continued support.
We have continued to donate to the Great North Air Ambulance and are once again very grateful to Helen and Mike from Guisborough who support us by collecting and storing the bags for the Air Ambulance to collect. We continue to support local events and donate to Saltburn in Bloom and the town Christmas lights.
We have welcomed many locals and visitors to the shop throughout the year, many returning often looking for a bargain.
We were saddened by the death of Roger West on Christmas Day who, with Claire had been a devoted volunteer since moving to Saltburn a few years ago. We will miss him.
The net income of £50,569 generated from the shop supports the mission and outreach of Emmanuel including donations to charities. Margaret Brignall on behalf of the Shop team
Doorways:
Saltburn Christian Projects Annual report is available at our - website www.door ways.co.uk
Our current team consists of Neil who leads the project, Michelle who is with us part time and we have been fortunate for a few hours a week to have our volunteer Jayne Holland. Our treasurer Peter Fleck this year retired and the finances are now managed by Gladwyn Butler-Jones.
This past year, DoorWays engaged in 426 logged One to One Support Sessions in schools and we also led 11 six week support workshops in schools.
In addition to support sessions in those schools, we have an arrangement where we can be accessible and make time to meet young people informally at lunchtime and break times for conversations.
In Summer 2022 we opened up our doors to provide open access sessions for any young person we had connections with. Over that period, between 10 to 12 young people attended twice weekly and participated in a range of activities including table tennis, pool, organised games, arts, crafts and an opportunity to have a go at baking. Thanks to the Man Cave for lending us some of their equipment. We are now working on setting up a more regular drop in group.
Neil Harris DoorWays
Green Christian:
The group is a community of Christians from across the area covering all backgrounds and traditions. Inspired by our faith, we work to care for creation through prayer, living simply and mutual encouragement.
Over the past year, the group organised a successful planting day in the Emmanuel Grounds and a workshop ‘On the Road’ looking at the idea of caring for creation. The group organised a showing of the powerful film ‘Thank You for the Rain,’ as the Saltburn Churches Together Advent event.
Matthew Holland stepped down from leading the group due to his move away from the area. The group is now led by Ross Weddell and Alli Noel. In the coming year, the group is mainly focussed on drawing up plans to improve the Emmanuel Church Grounds and exploration of the idea of living in a way which cares for the God’s creation.
Ross Weddell on behalf of the Green Christian Group
Finance:
Our finances at the end of 2022 were still quite sound. Voluntary income has increased slightly compared to 2021 when government grants were received due to the pandemic. We increased our freewill offering to the Diocese to £62500. Some necessary maintenance work was carried out on the church building at a cost of £33,706 which has reduced the reserve funds.
The shop was able to open without any restrictions this year and generated a net income of £50569, a vital contribution to the finances of the church.
To maintain and administer the church during 2022 it cost approximately £3934 per week.
Charitable donations included Barnabas Fund £1250, Joshua Orphan and Community Care £1250, Bible Society £500, Doorways £1290, Alvin Davies (Christian Vision for Men) £550, Rubies £500, Speak Life £500 and others totalling £6121
George Brignall (Treasurer)
Foodbank/WarmHub:
Foodbank continued throughout the year on Tuesdays from 12.30 to 2.30pm supported by church volunteers together with Footprints. It has been able to support many families and individuals at a time when they need it most. Additionally there has been a trained Counsellor and representation from Citizens Advice to provide in depth support. Food comes from both church donations (including Harvest gifts) and from Footprints. It is proving to be a continued necessity.
In November we started WarmHub alongside Foodbank providing a warm space, a warm bowl of soup and a warm welcome to both Foodbank clients and to a wide range of others -both Church and non Church. It has been a real blessing to see people from all walks of life chatting and enjoying each others company.
Richard Smelt on behalf of the Foodbank Team
Guisborough Deanery Synod:
The Deanery Synod is one of the levels of the Church of England’s (C of E) Synodical structure which comprises: The General Synod; Diocesan Synods; Deanery Synods; PCCs.
The first meeting was in February. The main item was ‘Living Christ’s Story – the new vision for the York Diocese’. A plan for the Guisborough Deanery was in the process of being produced and some parts were presented. There was some discussion about this.
Bruce Harrison gave a presentation about the work being done to support local colleges in the ‘Education and Training Collective’. The chaplaincy assists students and staff, of all faiths and none, with their spiritual, moral and cultural development.
Two days after this meeting, also in February, there was a Zoom meeting with Bishop Paul and Archdeacon Amanda on the next stage of the consultation process for ‘Living Christ’s Story’.
The next meeting was in June. Although David Tembey had retired as Vicar of Marske, he was still Area Dean at this point as his successor had not been appointed.
There was further discussion about ‘Living Christ’s Story’.
Ed Evans and Christine Hill were elected as lay representatives on the Diocesan Synod. There are still some lay and clergy vacancies.
At the September Synod Adam Reed was welcomed as the new Area Dean.
Again, the main item was ‘Living Christ’s Story’. A fuller version of the Guisborough Deanery Plan was presented. There was considerable discussion and some amendments were made.
Adam Gaunt updated the synod about the ‘Upleatham School Trust’ – funds from the proceeds of the sale of Upleatham School which are available for Christian education of young people.
The Area Dean updated the Synod on various matters including pastoral reorganisations, vacancies, appointments, etc.
Unfortunately, during 2022 there was no Deanery Financial Advisor.
Norman Pictor, Deanery & Diocesan Synod representative
Home Groups :
There are five home groups, one on zoom. All are well established and doing well. Each group has a good mix of worship, reading God's word, fellowship and fun. We have approximately 38 people who attend our home groups.
Linda Johnson, Home Group Coodinator
Messy Church is Church – but not as we know it! Having fun, welcoming, creative, and for all ages. It’s about family, faith and sharing food. We follow the resources provided by BRF (Bible Reading Fellowship).
Our report covers a period of December 2021 to October 2022. The overall cost was under 57% of the budget provided, many of the team offering resources without cost. The November and December events did not take place when John and Vanessa stepped down leading.
Meeting at ECHO Church Hall each month 5-7 pm. The format included fellowship, listening, watching, and taking part in the bible theme. Being creative in theme related art and craft activities. Games and quizzes that all ages could take part in. The team worked well together, preparing the content and welcoming participants. There was a fair mix of ages, from tiny little ones to teens – parents and single adults – grandparents too. As we say in Yorkshire 'all mucking in together'. It always amazes us when we ask for a time of quiet prayer, thinking of others the sincerity of each person present says so much. Talking with the older teens group brought out a depth of insight and understanding that fills us with hope for the future.
Sharing a meal together no matter how basic is a spiritual event so often referred to in the bible. We share food, we share our whole selves, in our words and actions – in the way we interact as a team and with those around us. Relationships and a level of trust grows imparting seeds that we pray will be watered and bear fruit.
Messy Church is not about bringing people into the central church. Messy Church is church, experienced by those that find themselves drawn to something, where they can be at ease and experience Christ through His followers. The numbers did dwindle a little last year, probably due to good weather and summer holiday period. Our massive thanks and appreciation to the team of helpers.
Vanessa & John Pearson Messy Church coordinators
Men’s Breakfast:
We meet in Signals cafe in the upper room on the first Saturday of each month for a chat and having a drink or breakfast. 10am is prayer time for 20 minutes.
A super group of men attending, who are happy to move around and catch up with everybody, willing to share what's going on in their lives and the lives of others around them, express the current frustrations in the world - which gives plenty to pray about at the end.
Rob Noel on behalf of the Men’s Breakfast
Mothers’ Union:
The year started with attempts to get MU meetings up and running again after lockdown, we began the year with the usual Epiphany Service in January. The February meeting was cancelled due to illness and in March we hosted the World Day of Prayer Service at Emmanuel Church. April was also cancelled as I had the covid virus.
In May we had a fascinating talk from the Tees Valley Wildlife Trust and in June, we celebrated the Queen's Platinum Jubilee sharing our memories and memorabilia. A member of the team from Zoe's Place spoke to us in July.
After the summer break in September we had the MU Literature Stall and our MU Deanery President Cynthia Snowball joined us. I had made the decision to hand in my notice after 10 years of being involved with the organisation of the Branch. Sadly, as no one was available to take over, and after much discussion, the decision was made to close the branch in Saltburn at the end of the year.
We shared our favourite poems in October and in November David and Elizabeth Lester led the meeting with a Music theme. In December, our final Advent Service was led by Rev Adam Reed and we were joined by Carole Wilson, MU Cleveland Archdeaconry representative and Cynthia Snowball. I was presented with lovely flowers and a book token - my thanks to all. We shared seasonal refreshments.
The usual End of Year MU forms were completed and sent to Cynthia and the bank account was closed. The Annual General Meeting Minute Book (started in 1976 ) has been completed and the remaining £170 in the account was sent to the MU Headquarters at Mary Sumner House in London.
My sincere thanks go to all who helped to support MU in Saltburn over the years. Audrey Norris on behalf of the MU
Music: 2022 was an excellent year for the 1045 music team. How can I say this so boldly? Well, the results of the 1045 music survey that we carried out at the end of 2022 were extremely encouraging with many testimonies of how the music had enriched the services. As a team, we've definitely grown together as we worked through some differences and found a unity in Christ that seems to be complemented by a musical unity. We've learned much more about playing together and, as team leader, I cannot speak highly enough of the dedication and commitment of each and every member of the team to rehearsals and services. They have been exemplary and are a joy to work with. You have also been patient with us as we worked hard to broaden the repertoire of songs that we include in the service and we now have nearly 150 rehearsed songs to choose from. We'll continue to do that but at a much slower pace. The YouTube song lists have served their purpose, but if you are still interested in being on the crest of the new songs wave, come along to the monthly New Songs' Night.
John Grummitt on behalf of the 10.45 Music Team
A small team of musicians have played at the Tuesday communion service which has been much appreciated by the congregation. The 9am Sunday service has been blessed throughout the year with a regular rota of musicians offering more traditional hymns and songs for our musical worship in church.
Open the Book:
Open the Book is a programme which comes within the Bible Society. It enables stories from the bible to be presented in primary schools by teams of volunteers from local churches. There are thousands of teams in the UK.
We take assembly at Saltburn Primary School each Wednesday morning. One person introduces the story which is then presented by members of the team taking roles, with a narrator doing the majority of the storytelling. The story concludes with a practical application and the session finishes with a song. Most weeks a few children are required to be part of the cast or to assist with props. There is always an abundance of enthusiastic volunteers.
At Emmanuel we began the year with nine regular team members but three left as they moved on to other churches. One new member joined, giving a cohort of seven at the year end. This is a sufficient number if everyone is available but illnesses and other demands arise and it is normal for there to be fewer than the seven of us present.
Social distancing rules, following on from Covid, mean that half the pupils (years 1,2 and 3) attend one week and the other half (years 4,5 and 6) the following week, as getting the whole school into the hall at the same time is a crush. Therefore, though the Open the Book programme covers three years, we are only getting through it at half the rate for which it was designed.
When we returned after the summer holiday, in September, the school timetable had been reorganised at the instigation of the trust of which the school is a member. The consequence of that was that only years one and two would be attending Open the Book assembly thereafter. This was a great disappointment to the team but also to the school. The teacher responsible for RE, supported by other staff, made representations to the trust and persuaded them that all pupils should be able to continue to benefit from hearing the Open the Book stories. It was immensely encouraging to know how much the ministry is appreciated.
The team also participated in the school’s Easter, harvest and Christmas services. The first two of these were held in Emmanuel and were standing room only as parents and other carers came to see the contributions of the classes. We were told that the Easter service was the first time the whole school had been together since the before lockdown. The Christmas service should also have been in Emmanuel but snowy and slushy conditions meant the journey to school would not have been very safe and therefore it was held in the school hall. The team felt very privileged to be the only people from outside the school who were able to hear the songs, stories, poems etc which the children had prepared, there being “no room at the inn” for any other visitors.
Mike Sivewright on behalf of the OTB Team
Pastoral Ministry:
Adam and I have been working together for several years to develop and look at a more coordinated approach to pastoral care. We have a number of people within our church family who have a heart to visit and keep in touch with those who may be:
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struggling with short or long term illness
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bereavement
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going through difficult times
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or simply getting older and are less able to attend church as much as they would like
We visit regularly and offer support and friendship. Often it may only be a knock on the door to say hello. I keep Adam updated and he is aware of all those we visit. He also provides support in any way he can.
We have worked with Drisc Wardle recently and now have a postcard sized visiting card - “Keeping in Touch” explaining what we offer and who to contact.
We do pray that the Lord blesses this ministry and enriches our relationships and brings comfort and hope to all involved.
Sue Welburn
Prayer Chain:
Our prayer chain is a life line to many people both within the church and our local community. People outside of church often reach out and feel comforted knowing that many are praying for their situations.
A prayer request by text can reach over 30 people very quickly. Response and support is a blessing to so many and I can’t thank the team enough for their continued prayers, love and kindness.
The Lord hears the prayers of our hearts and we are so thankful In Christ, Sue Welburn
Prayer Ministry:
Prayer ministry has not been available at Sunday services. If you need prayer for physical or inner healing, or anything else that concerns you, please text or phone Ian Guy on 07472 700 750.
Psalms & Stretches:
This class is going from strength to strength. After another break to an injury from October to December, I decided to change a few things. All bookings are now done via my website, which means I can promote classes more easily in the community, through my work and socials as well as church members in Emmanuel and St Thomas. I am hoping this class will also be open to different churches via the Deanery Facebook page. I have also made it more accessible in terms of the moves, so that people sitting on a chair can participate more fully in the session. We now also have a coffee after class which makes it more sociable, a chance to get to know each other as well as share thoughts, feelings etc. that have come up during the class (if people want to share). Numbers have increased, with a real mix of people from different churches in Saltburn as well as people from my own classes and from the community.
I am very open to bring Psalms and Stretches to church events, retreats etc. if timetable allows it.
Estelle Reed
The Man Cave:
The purpose of the Man Cave is to have a meeting place for a social and activity group for men in Saltburn and surrounding areas. We want to build a community through ongoing fellowship, support and just putting the world right!
The group meets weekly at ECHO Hall with the emphasis on fun and friendship. Activities include table games, table tennis, snooker, cards, scrabble and quizzes. There are also occasional outings. Recently we have been blessed by lessons in silk painting with Anne Findlay, which has led to the production of a banner for the church by Man Cave members.
When anyone new comes they are welcomed straightaway, and offered the chance to participate in any activities that are available, all this is achieved without being too in your face. If you need space you will get it. Here is a place where you’re valued as a person, where your opinions count, you feel more than just someone who is isolated or lonely.
The vision for The Man Cave group is to make friends, feel safe and listened to and have fun and maybe try something new.
This year has seen a change in the whole ethos of the Man Cave. Our vision of a sanctuary for men over 50 has been enhanced by opening up to all males wanting fellowship. We are now receiving people under the guidance of social services and they are joining in with all our activities.
Myself and Terry Dickinson are still managing the admin but would appreciate more volunteers from within the church to assist in the running of the Man Cave. Without our members taking up the ownership of the Drop In and all taking part in setting up, making coffee and any chores that need doing, I honestly think we would struggle if both of us were off. We are also blessed because our members have started contributing to the biscuit store so we are never short (Mmmmm).
Our average attendance has increased to about 12 men a week, but we have 20 men on the books.
The outreach of the Man Cave has already had effects in the community, with Redcar and Cleveland Council donating £200 which has been used for bonding projects like 15 of us going to Holy Moleys for a bit of competition and a meal and a singalong with buffet led by Terry.
The group meets weekly each Thursday from 1:30 - 4:30pm and there is wheelchair access and accessible toilet.
For All Our Men ….come as you are and just be yourselves, drop In any time between the opening times.
Joe Murphy on behalf of the Man Cave Team
Tiny Tots Family Drop-In :
The Family Drop In is a community parent, baby and toddler group, from the age of 0 -3yrs old. Every Wednesday during term time from 1pm to 3pm. We keep a regular rotation of age appropriate toys and activities for the children.
The aim is for families to come together, to allow the children to play in a clean and safe environment while their carers have a drink, make new friends and offer support to each other. There are 15-20 children who regularly come to play at Tiny Tots.
As a group of volunteers, we pray before the children come in and give this time to God. Building relationships, showing love and kindness, shining God’s light to all. Adam pops in to say hello and has read Christmas and Easter stories with the children. Sharon has played the piano for some singing time. This has been very well received by the parents. Some families have come along to other church events in ECHO and services in church.
I would like to say a big thank you to our volunteers for all their help and support over the year with invaluable help from parents setting up and clearing away.
Barbara Murphy on behalf of the Family Drop In Team
April 2022 Charity No: 1131197 On behalf of the PCC
PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF EMMANUEL, SALTBURN STATEMENT OF FINANCAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 Unrestrlcted Fullds Restricted Funds Total Fullds Nole General Mlllennlum Town clo¢k 2022 2021 INCOMING RESOURCES Voluntary income Income from donors Other votuntsry income Total 2a 2b 75.114 75,114 848 75,962 78,313 75,962 78,313 A¢tiMtes for generating funds Income from churoh aotivilies Income from Iradlng actlvilles Total 2¢ 2d 3,269 3,5( 86,775 3,269 83,5( 86,775 1,903 68,954 other non-reGurrfng recelpts Inte$t on bank dep08its 2e 12,634 334 12,634 169 29 150 Total Incomlng resources 175,705 150 176.86S 147,465 RESOURCES USED Charslable a¢tlvitb& Activities relaling directly to the work ol the Church Giants Church rnanagement and admin. Total 149,371 11,961 24.40. 185.737 149,371 11,961 24,405 185.737 96,778 8,308 22,39T 127,483 3b Fundraising Irading Costs ol generating volunt2ry incom8 Depieoiation ol fixed asse15 3d 11.209 91 7,554 11,209 91 7,554 8,604 82 7,554 Total resourc88 U8ed 204,591 204,591 143,723 Net In¢omlnglloutgolngl resouTC&S 128,8861 150 128.7361 3.742 8818nces brought for¥vard at 1 January 2022 Transfer Millenlurn to Gerts1 377,363 12,304 12,154 -12,304 575 390.092 386,350 Balances Garrled foNard at 31 December 202Z 360,781 676 381,356 390 092 Page 1
PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF EMMANUEL, SALTBURN HAIANCE SHEET AT 31 DECEMBER 2022 2022 202q Note Flx&d Asset8 2690 302,144 Current A58ets Debtors Cssh at bank and In hand Total current assets 10,044 59,333 69,377 10,152 79.925 90,057 Llabilite5 payable In 1 to 5 year5 .2.611 2, 109 NET ASSETS 361 35G 390.092 Funds UnreslrRcl8d General Millennium RgslrK.IE To¥ffl cloGk 360,781 377.363 12,154 575 575 TOTAL FUNDS 361,358 Page 2
PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF EMMANUEL, SALTBURN FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE PCC FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 Note q ACCOUNTING POLICIES The financial statements have been prepared, on the accruals basis, in accordance with the Church Accounting Regulations 2006 together with applicable accounting Standards and tho latest Charities SORP. The financtal statements have been prepared under the historical cost conventlon. Funds Unrestricted funds represent the funds of the PCC that are not subject to any restrictions regarding their use and are available for application on the general purposes of the PCC. Funds designated for a particular purpose by the PCC are also unrestricted. Restricted funds are those which hava initially been given to tF]e PCC for a particular purpose. For these accounts, the Millennium Fund has been reclassified as unrestricted because the PCC is able to choose the purpose for which it is to be used. Endowment fund5 arise when money is given with the specific inslruction that only the income may be spent, the initial capital sum remaining intact. There are no endowment funds reGO9nised in these accounts. These accounts 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 main affiliation to another body nor those that are informal gatherings of Church members. Incorning Resources Volunlary income and capilal sourGes. Collections are recDgnised when received by or on behalf of the PCC. Planned giving receivable under covenant is recognised only when received. Income tax recoverable on covenants or gift aid donations is recognised when the donation is recogni5ed. Grants and legacies to the PCC are accounted for as soon as the PCC is notified of its legal entitlement and the amount due. Funds raised by the church shop, antique fairs and similar events are accounted for gross. Sales of books and magazines from the church bookstall are accounted for gross. other onlinary income. Rental income from the letting of church premises is recognised when the rental is due. Income from investments. Interest is accounted for when receivable. Al interest is received gross, wilhoLtI deduction of Income T8X. Page 3
PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF EMMANUEL, SALTBURN FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE PCC FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 Note 1 {continued) R8sources Us8d Grants Grants and donations are account8d for when paid over, or when awarded, if that award creates a binding obligation on the PCC. Activities directly relating to the woth of fhg Church. The diocesan freewill offering is accounted for when paid. Fixed Assets Consecrated land and buildings and movable church fumishings. Consecrated and beneficed property is excluded from the accounts by sections 10(21(a) and {c) of th8 Charities Act 2011. No value is placed on movable church furnlshings held by the chuchwardens on special trust for the PCC and which reqltire a faculty for disposal since the PCC considers this to be inalienable property. All expenditure incurred during the year on consecrated or benefice buildings and movable Church furnishings, wh8ther maintenance or improvement. is wrillen off as expenditure in the SOFA and s8parately disclosed. otherland and bulldings Extensions and refurbishment of the church hall are included in these accounts as a fixed asset at cost less a depreciation charge of 20% per 2nnum, intended to write off the valLJe of the works over their eslimated use1 life ( see note 5). Olher fixtures, fittings and offic8 equipment Equipment used within the church premises is depreci*ed Dn a straight line basis over 4 years. Individual items of equipment with a purchase priTr of £2,000 or less are written off when the asset is acquired. Current assets and Ilabllltles Debtors include amounts owing lo the PCC at the balance sheet date in respect of fees, rents or other income, less provision for amounts that may prov8 uncollectable. Liabilities are recognised as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation and settlement is probable and quanlrfiable. Page 4
PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF EMMANUE4 SALTBURN Un¥estricl6d Funds R8tstrfc18d Funds Ttrtal Funds Noto INCOMING RESOURCES Gonèral MllloTrnlurn Town Clock 2022 2021 2a Incomo from donors Planned gpiing GillAid bankers orders GiftAid envelopeg Income laK recovered Non Gift Aid envelope5 Other planned glvlng Cash colleGtions Granlgllegacy 2B,116 e,510 11,LN)7 3,075 6,010 7,188 9,168 28,116 6,510 11,007 3,075 B,oio 7,188 9.168 31,640 6,243 9,990 3,773 5,558 J,oio 14.317 Sundry donallons Total 3,782 75,114 2b Other voluntary InGom& Sacial event Total 848 848 2c Incomp from ChurGh aGvItIeS Church fees Total 3.289 2d Income from trodlng actlvltle& for ralslng funds Church shop sales Church Shop supwrt grants Church h811 Pholocopyln Total 61,778 61,778 39,891 12,069 14,937 154 67.051 21,124 804 83,$06 21,124 604 2• Nonryf8currlng recalpts Insurance claims VAT r&cov&red Bank loyally bonus Total 7,970 4,684 7,970 4,664 169 169 RESOUFiCES USED 38 Actlvltlos directly relatlng to tho wort( of the Church Mlnlsty.. Dio¢e5an frèewlll offertng Parsona ¢osl Upkeep of$ec8S Church heat, light, In5uran¢8, rÉtes Church repaTrs, mainlBnance arKI 1PMent Ground Parish working expens&$ Chitdren and youth work Trainln9 Choir and muslG Mission Resourc8$ Refieshm?nt$ CutGh hall heal, IEghl, insurance, rales CuiGh hall ropalrs, malntenance and equlpmenl Profè&slonal le88 forchurch buldings Total 62,500 485 545 12,377 47,597 310 1,582 201 62,50Q 439 267 9,188 1.903 260 1,544 loo 645 12,377 47,597 310 1,5B2 201 907 2,e22 894 338 7,402 11,351 253 149371 907 2,622 848 I,g65 473 56 4.547 12,488 700 335 7,402 11,351 263 149 371 3b Grants Chumh overseas Issionary 50cietles Rellef and development agencies Hom8 missions and other Church socSel*es Oiher oharilable soGletles Total 3,450 1,250 4,316 3.450 1,250 4,316 4,OOt> 3,190 11,961 Pag8 S
PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF EMMANUEL, SALTBURN Unrestrlcted Funds RBstrl¢tBd Fund8 Total Fund5 Note RESOURCES USED General Mlllennlum Town Clock 2022 2021 3G Church management and admknlstratlon Offic2 £quipmpnt Postage, Siglionery. telephone and bank charg8S Staff costs Total 2.189 1,698 2,189 1,698 20,518 24,406 1,38t 1,034 24,405 Z2,397 3d Fundralslng tradlny Churth shop . 8604 The net prolilfrom th8 shDP'S acllvlls for the yeHI wBs £_ 50069 39 Costs of gon&ratlng ¥oluntary Incom8 stewaid¥hlp envelop98 91 82 4 Rernungratlon and benéflt8 Gross Pay N&lional Insurance Pension conlAbutlons Inute 91 27,515 26,844 1,460 28,975 The aver&go numb6r of employèas during Iho yearwas 2 {2022-231. One (202216mploy88 was a150 3 metnber of the PCC and receD18d a lolal of £2044712021 £19.9841 In remuneratton from the Council Is812ry£189B7. pgnslon Gonlributlons £14601. 7.460 5 Flxed Assets Freehold land and bulldlngs C05t al 1st January2022 Addlllonslldisposals} Cost a131$t Decembpr2022 377,683 377.683 377 883 377 8Bg Deprecralion sl 31.4t Decp.mber 2022 Déprecklion chgryo for Iheyear Deprotli0Tr al 31sl December 2022 75.539 7.554 83,093 75,539 Net boDk valuB at 15tJanuary 2022 N8t boDk valu& at 31st D8cember2022 302.144 294 590 302,144 294 590 6 Dèbtors Fun8ral f8&s Incum8 Tsx r8covarabl8 Glft Ald Total 237 10.044 10,044 10.132 7 Cash at bank and In hand Gen8181 fund al bank Cash In hand G&n6ral fund 81 C8F Millenlum fnrt al CBF Total 31.829 575 32,404 100 26,829 25,480
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42,191 12,1 79,926 26,829 58.758 575 59,333 8 Analys15 Of nBtassets by fitnd Flxed Assets 294.590 D8blors Cash al bank and In hand Total currant assets 1D,044 58.758 10.044 10,132 79,925 90,057 675 575 Llabllltl89 payabl8 In 1-5 y6ars Energy accrual -2,109 Total netasBBts 360,781 575 361 356 390 092 Poge e
PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF EMMANUEL, SALTBURN FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE PCC FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 Note 9 Saltburn PCC participates in the Pension Builder Scheme section of CWPF for lay staff. CWPF is administered by the church of England Pensions Board, which holds the CWPF assets separately from those of the Employer and other participating employers, CWPF has two sections.. l. the Defined Benefits Scheme 2. the Pension Bullder Scheme, which has two subsectlons; a deferred annuity section known as Pension Builder Classic, and, a cash balance Section known as Pension Builder 2014. Pension Builder scheme Both sections of the Pension Builder Scheme are classed as defined benefit Schemes. Pension Builder CIos51c provides a pension, accumulated from contributions paid and converted into a deferred annuity during employment based on terms set and reviewèd by the Church of England Pensions Board from time to tlme. Di5cretionaTy increases may also be added, depending on investment returns and other factors. Penslon Bullder2014 is a cash balance scheme that provldes a lump sum whlch members use to provlde benefits at retirement. Pension contributions are recorded in an account for each member. Discretionary bonuses may be added before retirement, depending on investment returns and other lartors. The accounti plus any bonuses declared Is payable, unreduced, from age 65. There Is no sub-division of asset5 between employers in each section of the Pension Builder Scheme. The scheme Is consldered to be a multi-emplDyer scheme as described in Section 28 of FRS 102. Thls 55 because it is not P05slble to attribute the Pension Builder Scheme's assets and liabilities to specific employers and means that contrlbutions are accounted for as if the Scheme were a defined contribution scheme. The pensions costs charged to the SOFA in the year are the contributions payable12022.' £1460, 2021.. £14601, A valuation of the Pension Builder Scheme Is carried out once every three years. The most recent valuation was carried out as at 31 December 2019. The next valuatlon is due as at 31 December 2022. For the Pensic>n Builder Classic section, the valuatlon revealed a deflcit of £4.8m on the ongoing assumptions used. At the most recent annual review, the BoaTd chose to grant a discretionary bonus of 10.1% following improvements in the funding position over 2022. There is no requirement for deficit payments at the current tlme. For the Pension Builder 2014 section, the valuation revealed a surplus of £5.5m on the ongoing assumption5 used, There is no requirement for deflclt payments at the current time. The legal structure of the scheme is such that If another èmployer fails, the PCC could become responsible for paying a share of the failed employerfs penslon Ilabilities. Page 7
Parochial Church Council, Emmanuel Chuych, Saltburn by the Sea I report to th8 trustees on my examination of th& accounts of the above charity for the year ended 31 December 2022 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 Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 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. I have compEeted my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe thal, in any material respect the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act. I have no concerns and have come across no other rnatters in connection with the examination lo which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Michael Sivewright ACIB 1 S Comiorant Drive, Redcar
Parochlal Church Councll, Emmanuel Church, Saltburn by tho Sea I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity for the year ended 31. December 2022 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 Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 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. I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that, in any material respect the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which atlention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the 8ccounts to be reached. Michael Sivewright ACIB 15 Cormorant Drive, Redcar