CHARITY COMMISSION
FOR ENGLAND AND WALES
Independent examlner's report on the
accounts
Se¢tion A
Independenl Examlner's Report
Report to the trusteesl
members of
The Parochial Church Council of Ihe EcclesiaslicAI parish of Holy
TrSnlty Aldershot
On accounts for the year
ended
31 December 2023
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Sèt out on pages
One lo Eighteen of the accounts below
I rgport to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the abov
charity I'lhe Trust") lor the year ended 3111212023.
Responslbllltles and
basis of report
As the charivs trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the
accounts in accordan￿ with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011
{Ihe Acr'i.
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out
under se¢tion 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{51{b) of the Act.
Independent
examiner's statement I have completed my examination. I confiim that no malenal matters have
come to my attention in connection with the examination (other than that
disclosed below "I which gives me cause lo believe that in, any material
respect-
the accounting records were not kept in accordance wth seelion 130
of the Charities Act; or
the accounts did not accord with the accounting records; or
the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements
conceming the form and conlenl of accounts sel out in the Charities
(Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement
that the aecounts give a 'lrue and fair, VTew which is not a matter
considered as part of an independent examination.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matter8 in connection
with the examin81ion to which attention should be drawn in this report In
order lo enable a proper understanding ol the accounts lo be reached.
Slgned:
Darren wa￿en
Date:
1510412024
Name:
Darren Warren - Paxton Independent Examiners
Relevant professional
qualificationls) or body
Ilf any):
FMAAT
Address:
61a High Street South
Rushden
Northants. NN10 ORA

HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DE
EMBER 2023
contin
structure
n¢
The method of appointment ol PCC members is sel out in the Church Representation Rules. Al Holy Trinity the
general membership of the PCC consists ol the incumbent lour vic8rl, churchwardens. ordained minislers li¢trftcèd to
the Partsh, one reader, the Ireasurer and members elected by those members ol Ihg congregation who are on the
electoral roll ol Ihe church. Al those who attend our services regularly and are bapb"sed, are encouraged to b￿orne
lull member5 of the Congregation and lo rggister on Ihe electoral roll and sland for election lo the PCC.
The PCC are responsible for making decisions on all matters of general wncern and importanca lo the parish.
including dec￿ling on how PCC funds are to be spent.
The full PCC mel six tim8s during the year, with an av8rage1ovel of attendance of 700/0. Given ils wid
responsibilities, the PCC has a number of committees. each dealing with a particular aspect ol parlsh life. These
commiltees. which include fabric and mission support, are all responsible lo tha PCC, and their ¢Jeliberations and
decisions are reported back to the PCC and discussed as necessary.
and
oses
Holy Trinity PCC has the responsibilily of co-operating wth the incumbenl, the Revgrond George Newton, in
promoting in the ecclesiastical parish. the wholg mission of the church- pastofal, evangelistic. social and
ecumenical.
The PCC is also specifically responsible for the maintenance of Ihe church building of Holy Trinity Aldershol.
Ob
tlves an
The PCC is commjtted to enabling as many people as possible to worship at our church, and to b8come part of our
parish community al Holy Trintty. The PCC maintains an overview of worship throughout the parish and makes
suggestions on how our 5ervi¢es ¢an involve thè many groups that live within our parish. Our seNices and worship
put faith into practice through prayer and scripturè, music and sacrament.
When plannlng our activitses for the year, the incLtmbenl and tho PCC have considered the Charity Commission's
guidance on publi¢ benefit and, in pa￿cUlar. the specific guidance on charities for the advanceffient of relKJion. In
pa(iicular, we try to enable ordinary peoplg to live CNJI their faith as part of our parish wmmunily through..
. Worship and pr8yer. learning about the Gospel. and developing their knowledge and trust in Jesus.
Provision of pastoral care lor people living in the parish.
Missionary and outreach work.
To facilil8le this work il is important ihat we maintain the fabric of the chuich of Holy Trinity Aldershot.
hievements
Hoty Trinity's Annual Report lists all of the main groups that use the Church. the activities that take place and various
highlights from 2023. A copy is attached lo the end of this report so please see that for further details.
lic be
In shaping our objeotives for the year and planning our adivitios. tha Iruslees have con$idèr8d the Charity
Commission's guidance on public benefit. including the guidanco Public benefit.. running a Charity IPB21. The
achievements and acttrvities within Ihis report demonslrale the public benefit arising Ihrou9h thg Charity's activities.
Prlnci
al fundin
sourcès
The princjpal funding sources of the Charity are donations from church members and the Glft lax recoverable as
well as rental income from the church hall.

HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
REPOR
TEES FOR THE YEAR END
1 DECEMBER 2023
continued
lal rèvlew
2023 was a good year for Ihe chuT¢h fin8ncially Bnd. just as in previous years. was testament to the generosty of our
mèmbers. This was particularly so in October when our annual Gift Day brought in just over £38,000. makiThJ it our
bgsl in five yèars. In lemis of income IheTe was also a much higher interest return on our CCLA Church of England
Deposlt lund wTrih the interest rate having soared al the end of last year.
Our Children's & Familigs, Minister Alice look rnalernity leavè beiween March and December and during this period
her duties were ¢ovèrad by three part-time staff on fixed-lerm Contracts as well as by general volunteors. Fortunately.
the Slalulory Maternity Pay wtr wère able to recover and the generous time given by volunteers enabled us lo employ
sufficient backfill wilhoul the charity incuiring any additional c051.
There was significant progress on the long-term rodevèlopment of Galpin Hall thi5 year with a total spend ofjust ovèr
£7.000 on surveys and architectural plans which helped to provide a vision of the finished produd. The project is
currently being funded by a rèslri¢ted fund which the church has hald for some years now bul there will of course be
the necessity lo engagg in fvrther fundraising in the near futu￿ as we move into the later stages of the project.
The rising cost of livlng once again meant that our spend on ulililies was significantly higher than in previous years
although this was mitigated slightly by a grant from the council and thanks to our resident energy expert Geoff Berry
we wore able to Secure sonie competifjve tariffs for gas and electricity.
All in 811 the bottom-line figures show a surplus of just under £14.000 in the Gener81 fund £2,500 across total
re5tri¢ted and unrestricled funds. This is very encouraging given the losses that had been inGurrèd in the past Couple
of years and as always we are very grateful lo our gengrous donors who have made this possible.
Rese
es
Although we have a fairly strong balance she&L many of these funds are cornm￿1ed as reslricled funds for specific
purposes.
Our restricted funds are ftjlly covered by money on deposlt with most of the remaining funds within that account
eamiarked for designated funds. At 31 December 2023 we held sufficSent General funds lo cover two months,
operating costs, in acwrdance with the Diocese recommendations.
As usual the chuich is totalty reliant on the generosity ol our congregation and community. and we will continue lo
trust in God to meet our longer tem needs.
The PCC review 811 rfsks affeclln9 the church building. ils environment and its people on an on-going basis, and lake
appropriate measures lo reduce any porceived risks as far as is possible. 8gfor8 any outside activity. L*sually
connected with yOLth work, 8 risk assessment is carried out and the PCC notified in advance.

HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
EP
RT
EE
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
continued
Continuin
eratlon
Non¢ of the Charitys aCtI￿¢18S were ar￿qUired or discontinued during Iha last two financial years.
Total Reco
nised Gains
Losses
The Trust ha5 no re￿nised gains orlosses othèr than the movement in funds specified in this wport for the last two
financial years.
Approved by thtr PCC on 18th Mar¢h 2024 and slgned on Its behalf by:
The Reverend G.P.H Newton
(Chairman)

HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
INDEPENDENT EXAMI
ER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSEES OF HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2023
We report lo the Injstees on our examination of the ac¢ounts of the Holy Trinity Church for the year ended 31st
De￿mber 2023 sel out on pages 7 10 19.
Respectlve Responslbllltles of Trustees and Independenl Examiner
As the ch8ritls trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the
requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Acll.
We report in respect of our examination of the Charitys accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act
and in caryng out our examination we have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charty Commission
under section 14515ljt)) of the Act.
Basi5 of the Independenl examinor's report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission. An
examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the chaiity and a comparison of the accounts
presented with those records.11 also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts,
and seeking explanations trom you as tTUStees concerning any such mallers. The procedures undertaken do not
provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as lo whether the
a¢¢ounls present a 'true and fair view, and the report is limited lo those matters set out in the ststemenls below.
Independent Examiner's Statement
We have completed our examination. We confimi that no material matters have come to our attention in
connection with the examination giving us cause to believe that in any material respect..
1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by section 130
of the 2011 Act- or
2. the accounts do not accord with those records-, or
3. the 8ccounts do not comply with the applicable requirements conceming the form and conlenl of
accounts sel out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any
requirement that the accounts give a 'liue and fair view. which is not a matter consKJered as p8rt of
an independent examination.
We have no ¢onGems and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which
attention should be drawn in this report in order lo enable a propoer vnderstanding of the accounts lo be reached.
Independènt examlner
Paxton Computers Ltd
61a High Street South
Rushden
North8nts
NN100RA

HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
Notes
UnrestriGted Restrlcted
Funds
Funds
Totsl 2023
Total 2022
INCOME
INCOME FROM GENERATED FUNDS
Donations & Legacies
Other trading activities
Investment income
28
2b
2c
151,CK)6
27,333
9,6S9
9.751
160.157
27,333
9,659
166.471
25,949
2.887
INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES
Church activities
2d
1,942
1.942
2.029
OTHER INCOME
TOTAL INCOME
4,765
194,706
5.352
15,102
10,117
209,808
14,386
211,722
EXPENDITURE
COST OF GENERATING FUNDS
Cost of generating voluntsry income
Fundraising costs
CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES.. COSTS OF GOODS SOLD & OTHER COSTS
Costs of church activities
3a
174,617
390
180.963
3b
3c
5.956
5.956
5,772
26.312
200,929
221.016
GOVERNANCE COSTS
TOTAL EXPENDITURE
3d
390
207,275
390
227.178
26.312
Net incorne before other re¢ognis•d gains &
transfers
Other recognised gain$=
13.743
{11,210}
2,533
115,4S6)
Net income before transfers
Transfers
Net Movement in funds for the year
13,743
111,2101
2,533
115.4561
13,743
(11.210}
2.533
115.456)
Total funds brought forward
221,181
90,299
311,480
326,936
Total funds carrled foThvard
14
234,924
79,089
314,013
311,480
The notes on pages 9 to 18 fom part of these financlal statements

HOLYTRINtrY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2023
Notes
Unrestrlcted Restricted
Funds
Funds
Total 2023
Total 2022
FIXED ASSETS
Tangible assets
TOTAL FIXED ASSETS
432,322
432,322
432,322
432,322
434,070
434,070
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors
Short term bank deposit
Pre-paid debil cards
Cash at bank & in hand
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS
29.262
120,351
3,262
38.240
191,114
694
79,486
29,956
199,837
3,262
38.240
271,294
18,847
232.879
84
19.265
271.076
80,180
CURRENT LIABILTIES
Creditors: amounts falling due wthin
one year
388.5121
{1.0911
1389,6031
1393,6661
NET CURRENT ASSETS
197,398
79.089
118.309
122.590
Total assets less current liabilities
234.924
79,089
314,013
311,480
TOTAL NET ASSETS
234 924
314 013
311 480
PARISH FUNDS
Restricted funds
General fund
Designated funds
TOTAL CHARITY FUNDS
14
79.089
79.089
106,880
128,044
314 013
90.299
108,366
112,815
311480
106.880
128.044
234 924
14
Approved by the Parochial Church Council on 18th March 2024 and signed on its beh81f by..
The Reverend G.P.H Newton (Chairman)
C.R.M. Savin ITreasurerl
The notes on pages 910 18 form part of these financial statements

HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
CASH FLOW STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
Total 2023
Total 2022
Cash generated from operatSn9 actlvite$ (note 141
120.5491
{15.4461
Cash flows from invgstin9 activities
Interest income
Proceeds from sale of freehold propety
Purchase ol tangible fixed assets
Cash used in investing actlvltes
9,659
2,887
9.659
2,887
Cash flows from financlng actlvltes
Receipt of borrowings
Repayment of borrowings
Cash provided by financing actlvites
Increase Idecreasel In cash & equlvalents in the year
(10.8901
{12.5591
Total cash & cash equivalents at the beglnning of the year
252,228
264.787
Total cash & cash equlvalents at the end of the year
241,338
252 228
The notes on pages g 10 18 form part of the$e financial statements

HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
ALOERSHOT
NOTES TO THE FIN
NCIAL STATEMENTS
1 December 2023
ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The principal accounting policies adopted, judgements and k8y sources of estimation uncertainty in the preparation
of the Financial Statements are as follows..
la Basss of preparatlon of accounts
The financial statements have been prepared In accordance with the Church Accounting Regulations 2006
together with Accounting & Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities
preparing their accounts in accordan¢e with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of
Ireland IFRS1021 (effective 1 January 20191- (Charities SORP IFRS10211, the Financial Reporting Standard
available in the UK & Republ¥¢ of Ireland.
The flnancial stalemenis have been prep3red undgr the historical cost convention. The financial statements
include all Ir8nsaclions, assets and liabilities for which the PCC is responsible in law. They do not include the
accounts of church groups that owe Iheii main affiliation lo another body, nor those that are informal gatherings of
church members.
Ib Fund a¢¢ounting
Unrestricted funds are general funds, which can be used for PCC ordinary purposes.
Design&ted fvnds are unrestricted funds earmarked by the PCC for particular purposes.
Restricted funds are subjected to restrictions on thelr expenditure. and these restrictions are Smposed by the donor
or through the terms ol an appeal.
Endowment funds are funds, the capital of which must be maintained,. only income 8rising from investment of the
endowment may be used either as reslricied or unreslricled funds, depending upon the Purpose for which the
endowment was established.
le Income
Planned giving. ¢ollections and donations are included in the Statement of Financial Activities when they are
received. Gift Aid Tax refunds are recognised and included in the same financial period as the underlying
donations which give rise to the refund. Legacies arg accounted for when the PCC is legally entitled to the amount
due. All other income is generally accounted for when receivable.
All incoming iesourGes are accovnled for 9ross. before any oulgoings, unless the amount involved is not
significant.
Amounts recelved Spe￿liCallY for mission partners are dealt with as creditors.
1d Expenditure & irrecoverable VAT
Expendilure is included in the Statement ol Financial Activities on an accruals basis, inclusive of any VAT, which
cannot be recovered.
Gov8m8nce costs represent those costs assocSaled with meeting the constitutional and regulalory requirements ol
the Church. and include any indepondent examination fees and costs linkeij to Ihe strategic management of the
church.
le Flxèd assets
Consecrated and bengfi¢g propety is not induded in the accounts in accordance with s.96 {2lla} of the Charities
Act 1993
Moveable church furnishings held by the v7car and churchwardens on special trust for the PCC, and which require
a faculty for disposal are inalienable property unless consecrated. They are listed in the church's inventory, which
can be inspected at any reasonable lime. For inalienable property acquired prior lo 2000 there is insufficient cost
information available, and therefore such assets are not valued in the financial statements.
All expenditure incurred during the year on consecrated or benefice property. whether maintenance or
improvement, is written off as expenditure in the Slalemenl of Financial Ath'vilies. and separately disclosed where
significant.
The freehold property which is used lo house a curate is valued at cost, and is not depreciated.
Equipment within the Church premises is depreciated on a straight line basis over 4 years. Individual items costing
lèss Ihan £1.000 are written off lo expenditure when acquired.

HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Icontdl
èar ended 31 December 2023
1f Pension Contributions
Holy Trinity Church makes pension contributions into a rnoney purchase scheme on behalf of certain members of
staff. These conlribullons are included in the Statement of Financial Aclivities as they become due for payment.
19 Volunteer Help
The value of any volunteer help received is nol included in the accounts bul is described in the Trustee's Annual
Repo
INCOME
Unr*$trfct•d Rostricted
Fund$
Funds
Total 2023
Total 2022
2a Donations and Logaci•$
Planned giving..
Members. donations
Gift Aid Tax recoverable
Collections (open platel
Giftday
other donations & appeals
Legacies and bequesls
76,227
21,930
8.789
38,074
5.986
9.574
85,801
21,930
8.789
38,074
6,163
88.262
21,236
6.672
30,080
10,222
10.000
166,471
177
151.006
9,751
160,757
2b Other trading activltios
Church hall lettings
Car park lettings
Fundraising..
Bring & Buy sales etc.
23.055
4,279
23,055
4,279
21,863
4.046
40
25,949
27.333
27,333
2¢ Incomo from Inv¢$tm¢nt$
Dividends & interest received
9,659
5,659
9,659
2,887
2d In¢om• from chur¢h actlvlll&s
PCC Fees
1,942
1,942
1,942
1,942
2,029
2,029
29 Othor incoming rasourcos
Insurance & legal claims
Contributions for actsvilies
2.173
2,592
4,765
2,173
2,798
31,588
14.386
5,352
5,352
10,117
T tal incomin
resou
194,706
15.102
209.808
211,722
10

HOLYTRINITY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Contd)
ar gnded 31 December 20
EXPENDITURE
Unrestrl¢ted Restricted
Funds
Funds
Total 2023
Total 2022
3a Church activltles
Mi$5i0nary & charitable qiwnq..
Annual tithe
Other donations
Ministry.. Diocesan parish share
PCC Fees
Clerqy expenses
Outreach
Children's Ministry
Parish Operations Administrator
Aldershot Centre for Health Chaplaincy
Soul Sisters
J Men Outreach
Trinity Tots
Youth Work
Church runninq expenses..
Eleclricily. oas. water etc.
Insurance
Chijrch intftrior repa5
Exlemal buildinq work
Cle8ner and expenses
Flowers
Other church expenses
Galpin Hall Redevelopment
Curate's house runninq expenses
Worship & technical equipment
Website maintenance and IT costs
General eouipment maintenance
Oiher service costs
Printing, stalionary, postage. copier &
publicity
Literature
Traininq
Telephone
Travel
Church social & event catering
Miscellaneous
Grounds & aarden
Eco-chulch
Benevolence payments
Gifts
Accountancy l Bankino charoes
Depreciation of fixed assets Inote 61
Unclaimable Glft Ald
18,602
18,602
1,700
73,525
1.482
1.001
138
25.737
19,482
3,156
5.340
17.858
500
72.438
966
947
1,486
32,815
21,806
3.219
4.428
2.902
185
7,571
1.700
73.525
1.482
1.001
138
6.121
19,615
19,482
314
2.842
5.340
233
291
233
1,844
1,553
12,107
5,061
12,107
5,061
3.615
4.864
1,392
1,300
2,375
67
774
4.980
4,987
542
2,061
3,788
159
132
132
3,238
3,238
108
7.178
7,178
1,863
554
1.166
1,880
1,645
1.997
1.863
554
832
1.880
1,645
334
1,997
508
633
762
671
2,258
557
248
2.271
2.288
3.112
685
615
2,551
566
373
508
633
762
671
2,258
557
523
223
1.501
339
2,032
1,748
27S
223
1,501
2,047
128
1,617
6,405
332
221016
339
2.032
1.748
174617
200 929
3b Cost of generating voluntary income
Contactless donations. online donations
and planned giving envelopes
3c Fundralslng costs
Hall running expenses..
Rates, electricity, water elc.
Insurance
Repairs & maintenance
Sundries
Car parking I grounds
4,467
1.055
4,467
1,055
4,533
995
76
187
431
431
3d Governan¢¢ ¢¢sts
Independent examination
I resources ex
ended
390
180,963
390
207,275
390
227 178
To
11

HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Icontdl
For the
ear ended 31 D
mbèr 2023
Transfers
Unrestricted
General
Designated
Funds
Funds
Unr8slrid¢d
Restricted
Funds
Totsl
Member Support Fund
Children's Ministry Fund
Toial Iransfers
15501
550
Staff Costs
2023
2022
Gross salaries
National Insurance (Employerfs conlribulionsl
Penslon costs
Totals
47.727
56.965
1.361
1.420
During the previous year the PCC employed a full-time Children & Families Minister, a part-time P8rish Operations
Administrator. a part time cleanei. a part-time Team Leoder for the Health Centre Chaplaincy and an Under 5s
Worker throughout the year. The Children's and Families Minister took maternity leave between March and
Dectsmber,. during thi5 time their ¢Julies were covered by two existing staff members and one additional staff
member on lixed-lerm conlracls.
Members of the PCC receivg no rgmuneration or expense allowances tor theii services as PCC members.
During the year the average number of employoes was 612023 = 51.
No employees received employee benefit {ex¢luding employer pènsion coslsl of more than £60,000.
Tangibl• fixed a$$¢l$
Freehold
Buildin
430,573
Church
Total
Cost at 1 January 2023
30.637
461,211
Cost at 31 December 2023
430 573
30.637
461 211
Depreciation
At 1 January 2023
Charge for year
At 31 D•c•mbor 2023
27.140
27.140
Net Book Valu&
Al 31 Oecember 2023
Net Book Valuo
At 31 December 2022
fixed assets are unieslricted.
The freehold buildlng Is a Cufale's house in Aldershol. Hampshire.
Debtors
2023
2022
Gifl Aid Tax and GASDS receivable
Slalulory Maternity Pay recovered
Deposit fund interest
Sundry deblors
Prepayments
19,364
7.218
2.680
15,510
3,038
300
400
Holy Trinily Church had not yel completed the Gift Aid return for the last two quarters 012023. The debtor shown
above as al 31st December 2D23 relates to Gift Aid accrued during that period and GASDS a¢Grued sinGe the stsrt
of the current lax year. The treasurer has sir¢ce submitted Ihe Gift AÈd return and the monies have been re￿ived.
The Statutory Matemity Pay recovery relates to the Children's & Families, Minislgr who look maternity leave
be￿een 18th March and 15th December 2023.
12

HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Contd)
ar ended 3
Crodltors: amounts falling due within on• year
2023
2022
Balances due to missions supported (note 131
Social Security and olher taxes
Creditors for goods & servic&s
Defwred income
Long-lerm loan (see bèlow)
18,817
18.812
1,951
86
368.750
389.603
5.865
240
368,750
393,666
A property was acqulred in Scarletts Road. Adefshol in August 2021 to house the curate. The purchase was
funded thiougli loans rais¥d from the congregation, which do not accrue interest. Repayment of these loans is due
when the property is sold and by 30th September 2025 al the latest,. however the loans are recoynised a5 current
liabilities as the lenders 8lsc> h8ve the right to request repayment at any lime upon giving 4 monlhs notice.
Financial commltments
The PCC is committed lo the cost of a Children & Families Minister 81 approximately £29.000 per annum as well as
Paiish Operations Administrator al approximately £19,000 per annum. Both stsff members were in employment
on 3151 December 2023.
10 TTUStee 8en¥flts
Duiing 2023 there was one PCC TnJ5tee who drew benefit from the charity-
Our Curate, Dean Pusey, for whom the PCC provided 2 house from Auousl 2021. In addition the PCC covered
housing costs which amounted to £1.863 in 2023.
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HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Icontdl
For the
aar
nded 31
11 OUTWARD GIVING
11a Mission support
Hold at
l January
2023
Donations
l Grant
Received
Annual
Tithe
Donations
Held at
Remltted 1 31 Decomber
Expended
2023
Abraham Shresiha
Angel Tree
Anwer Shah
Ben & Eslher Brown IMAFI
Bible Society
Christian Legal Centre
Church Army
Church Pastoral Aid Society
Christian Solidarity Worfdwide
Church's Ministry among Jewish People
Compassion (small group sponsorship)
Debs Wignall
Evangelical Aliance
India Ministries
1,646
1.710
250
1,646
250
1,710
20
100
1,710
1.710
300
1.710
1.710
2,020
1.910
20
100
1.646
7.646
1.710
1.710
300
1.710
1,710
1.710
1,910
1,646
1,646
1,646
1,646
1.956
1.646
260
30
1.646
1.646
1,646
1,646
260
30
250
1,910
200
250
1.846
1,646
1.710
200
72
Int. Nepal Fellowship
Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice
Samaritan's Purse
The Sour¢e
Tear Fund
The Vine
72
1.300
1,718
1,956
1,300
1,646
1,646
1,710
1,710
loo
18,602
1,782
2.020
100
18.817
18,812
120
18,717
34

HOLYTRINITY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Icontdl
For the
1 Dgcgmber 2023
11b Tltho calculation
Open Plate
Member Donations
Less Wellspring
Parish Giwng Scheme
Other Donations
GiftAid and GASDS
Grants Inon-specificl
Less..
Macedonian Fund
8.789.34
57,896.43
4.460.00
27,904.07
1,460.50
21,930.43
2.000.00
-70.00
Gift 08y
Bank Interest
Hall Rents
Less Hall costs
Car Parking
PCC Fees
38.073.72
9.658.89
23.054.50
-5.956.04
4.278.76
460.00
Total Tilheable Income
186.020.60
Tithe at 10°
18,602.06
Less gifts authorised by OGSC during the year..
Vine Centre
Inlern8tional Nepali Fund
Evangelical Alliance
Paslor Yeshu
Pastor Milongton
Church's Ministry among Jewish PeoFde
Christian Legal Centre
Angel Tree
{1001
{200)
12501
11001
11001
12001
13001
12501
Balance to distribute
17.102.10
Ba18nce distributed as follows-
Bible Society
Ben & Esther Brown IMAF)
Church Army
CPAS
csw
CMJ
Nepal
India
The Source
Tear Fund
1.710.21
1,710.21
1,710.21
1,710.21
1,710.21
1,710.21
1,710.21
1.710.21
1,710.21
1,710.21
17,102.10
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HOLY TRINtTY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
LIL STATEPIENTS
ar endtrd 31 D
NOTES TO THE
Forthe
Contd
12 Mov2ments ITh Intgrnal fund¥
Total
Unr•5trictud Rostrktgd Fund¥
¢losln9
Balan¢8
G•neral Fund
09$1gnated Fund5
￿￿9￿ fornard
Donations recelwad
C8Thied f(thard
107
107
all fun<E
Brwghl forward
Galpin Hall red8¥dopment proj8ct cosls
GIN Day 2023
Carried forward
108.207
53.643
7.178
15.229
123.436
45.465
169.9LKI
Brougm forward
Purchase5
Carrièd fotward
1,030
233
797
Bll)le reailin
noto
Brought f(Mward
Carried forwar(I
31
31
Mate(ioTrSan f t)d
Brought fi)rward
Donauons received
Benevole[￿ paym￿1$
Carried fotward
11.988
70
1.501
10.$57
Member Su
ort furFd
Brought forward
Transfers Ic Children's Mini$iryfuTh
Carrled fO￿ard
1,990
550
1.440
n's Mlnl$i
Brought f¢Yward
Donations r8celv8d
Transfers from Mernber SupFxxI fund
Carrigd forward
60
SSO
610
Soul Siste
Brought fgrward
¢￿)Inbul10￿5 to activ¢bes
Soul Si51èrs Wéek8nd 2023
¢wr￿d forward
535
5.352
5,340
546
Un¢Jer 58
Brougm foTward
Member donation5
UndÈr 5$ Worker remuner811on
Carried fryward
120
6.054
6.121
Church bul
Brought fffivard
Build￿9 repair expenses
Carried fDrward
5,003
132
4.871
en
for Health
. Brought forward
Team leader rem￿r￿ratiOn
Carried fO￿ard
IB42
2.842
6roughl fO￿ard
Goods purchased
Gardener cost5
Carried forward
1,545
223
275
4.609
1.047
5.656
Totsl mov*nenl In funds
15,229
23.846
11,642
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HOLY TRIMfrY CHURCH
ALDERSHOY
NOTES TO THÉ FIMANCIAL sTATEME￿ts Iconldl
ar ended 3
e¢e
12 Movemfrnts In fvnd¥ Icont.)
Unrestrlcted
Total
Unrestrlct8d
Fund5
Restrlctod Fufid¥
Closing
Balanee
Gener81 Funds
Designated Funds
In
15.229
Tota15 fr(xn pr8vious page
23,046
11.642
We118
Brwghl forward
Donalbns received
Outward donations
General expenses
Carrled forw8rd
11235
3460
1.700
620
12.376
WÈll8
Br￿gm forward
CarrSed fowar
190
hli(Irens'
Brought f(Kw8rd
Aclwity eNpenses
Carried forward
tbvlties
148
146
Total movem￿1 h lunds
15.229
26,312
15.102
17

HOLYTRINITY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
NOTES TO THE FINANCLAL STATEMENTS IcoThtdl
cem
20
12 Movemonts In lunds Icont.)
Unr88trlcted
Total
Unrtstrlciod
FuThds
R¢5tilGt¢d Fund8
Closing
8alance
G8neral Fund$
e¥lgnat¢d Furtds
Out
26.312
TotaL4 previous page
15.229
15.102
Gpneral
G8n8ral
D951gnatfd Funds
Uniestrlcted
Total
Re$trlcted
Grand Total
Brtyjgm foTward
108.366
112,815
221.181
90.299
311.480
Transactions from above. as appl0p￿at&'.
IncomirwJ resources
Ouigolng resijurtss
Tran5fer5
179.477
11eo.9631
15.229
194,7t
1180.9631 126,3121
1&102
209,808
1207.2751
Carried f4)rw4rd
106.880
128,044
234.924
79,089
314.013
Revalualon reserve
Total Iniernal tunds
234,924
79,089
314,013
13 R￿9￿￿111?119n ol net rnov•men¢ In funds to net cash flow from opgrotlng actlvliiès
2023
2022
Net incorne b8f¢Y8 Other re9Wi58d gwns & tran5fgrs for th& year
Add back depeclation charge
Deduct interest inGome shown n investinu activides
D8creas8 in deblo
IDecre3sel in Greditors
D￿U¢l.. gain M sale cf property g8r*ra¢ion
Net cash g8neraleLJ frorn operating activilie5
2,533
115,4561
6.405
12,8871
18,6B31
5,174
1.748
19,6591
111.1091
14,0631
120,549
15,446
An￿y$l¥ efcash & cash equni8lenls
2023
2022
Bank cvrrenl account I cash In ha
Pre-paid debil cards
Cfwjrch ofETrJland Deposlt 8ccwnl
38,240
3,262
199,837
19,265
84
232,879
252,128
18

HOLY TRINITY ALDERSHOT
111
ANNUAL REPORT
2023

Father, take us and use us.
Fill us with your Spirit,
That knowing your love,
We will show it through our lives,
And share it with those around us,
That the Risen Jesus will be known
throughout Aldershot.
Amen
Holy
rinity
Aldershot

Annual Report 2023 - Contents
Page
Page
HolyTrinity Church Prayer
Outreach & Evange115m
Soul Sisters
HT Men
Wellbeing & Hearing Champions
Town Centre Pastoral Team ITCPTI
Aldershot Community Chaplaincy
25
25
25
25
27
APCM- Official
Agenda for APCM - 24 April 2024
Minutes of 2023 APCM
Report of Proceedings of the PCC
Electoral Roll Report
Report of Fabric/Goods/Ornaments
Safeguarding Report
Synods
2023 in Review
Curates
Church Development Plan
Outward Giving Sub Group
Eco Church Sub Group
Staff Matters Sub Group
Galpin Hall Sub Group
li
li
14
14
15
16
18
19
19
20
Prayer & Worship
Worship Team
Tech Team
Prayer Tree
Praying Together
Prayer, Praise & Prophecy IPPPI
Midweek Communion
Refresh
27
27
28
28
29
29
29
Pastoral Care
30
Children, Families & Young People
Children & Families Ministry Report
Sunday Morning Children's Groups
Kids Club
Mini Club
Trinity Tots
Wednesday Club
Baby Group
Baby Mas53ge
Seasonal Events
Key Fellowships
Nepali Christian Church Aldershot
Wellspring Aldershot
20
21
21
21
22
22
22
23
23
30
30
Operational
Church Office
Property- Maintenance
Galpin Hall - Letting
32
32
33
Vision for the Future
34
Discipleship
Small Groups
Older Youth Group
Women's Hour
Summary of Accounts 2023
Administration
General Finances
Treasurerfs Report
Statement of Financial Activities
Balance Sheet
Cash Flow Statement
24
24
24
35
36
38
40
41
42

Agenda - Annual Parochial Church Meeting 2024
Holy Trinity Church, Aldershot
The Annual Parochial Church Meeting is to be held on Wednesday 24th April 2024
at 7.30 p.m.
Agenda
Notice convening the meeting.
Appointment of Churchwardens.
Appointment of Deputy Churchwardens.
The reception of the Electoral Roll and the Electoral Roll Officer's report..
Election of seven members to the Parochial Church Council for three years.
Appointment of Sidespersons.
Approval of the Minutes of the Annual Parochial Church Meeting of
th
Wednesday 26 April 2023.
Reception of the Report on the Proceedings of the Council during 2023,.
Reception of the independently examined Accounts for 2023.
io.
Appointment of an Independent Examiner for 2024.
ii.
Reception of the Report on the Fabric. Goods and Ornaments of the Church
for 2023.*
12.
Safeguardiiig Policy and the Safeguarding Officer's Report.
13.
Any Other Business.
NOTE: All items marked ' have supporting papers.
Please sign the Attendance Register when it is passed round. Thank you!

Minutes ofAnnual Parochial Church Meeting in 2023
Minutes of the 104, Annual Parochial Church Meeting of the Electors at Holy Trinity Church, Aldershot
held on Wednesday 26th April 2023 at 7.30 p.m. in Cr0559ver.
George welcomed everyone to the AGM and opened the meeting in prayer.
Part I: Lookin
back over 2022
2022 was our first full year out of lockdown. Our verse for the year was 'Come follow me,. Our sermon
series looked at the people of God in Exodus, learning to follow Jesus and discovering their identity as a
Kingdom of Priests, to bring the world to God and God to the world, which applie5 to the church today.
We started Ltp small groups again, which started in Lent. We looked at Encounters with Jesus and had a
series on 'Not Ashamed,, looking at the issue of shame. We had some key big events this year such os
the 'Bible comes to life, CMJ event where around 1.000 people came in to chtjrch. This was followed by
the Platinum Jubilee celebration, for our nearest neighbours, which 200 people attended, and included
a service looking at the Queen's faith. We sent a group of our young people and children to a residential
weekend away. In the autumn, we moved back to two morning services. Not everything we tried in
Lockdown worked. including the one service format we tried, so we've moved back to two services.
There is so much going on in HT as you can see in the Annual Report, ranging from babies UP to older
people. We now have children's work for children aged 0-18. In autumn 2021 we had 165 children
involved in our children's work, and at the end of last year this figure has almost doubled to 327. This is
really encouraging. This summer we will not run a full holiday club week, instead we will do some drop-
in 5e5sions. These will be for four different generations.
Under 5s work
Caroline, our under 5's worker, spoke about her work. We have started a weekly Baby Group, and
regular 4-week courses in Baby Massage. At start of the year we were Still under Covid restrictions and
parents were cautious about mixing. By end of year we had 20-30 parents every week in Baby Group.
The group takes up whole church. For most mums, this 8roup is the first group they have been to and
often their first time in a church. Our role is to encourage them and help them make friends. This group
feeds into the Thursday Toddler Group. Some parents now come to both groups. We have also held
Messy Advent and Messy Easter events which these parents have attended. Caroline shared that babies
See our church by looking up at the church ceiling, this is a reminder to us that we should look up (to
Godl too when we are in church.
We see 150-200 children through the various groups through the week.
Women's Hour
Pat spoke on behalf of Daphne aboutwomen's Hour. Women's Hour has around 40 members, with
around 30+ attending each Thursday afternoon. They have hymn5, prayer5, readings and speakers.
Women's Hour gives to charity each year. Julie helps with technical matters and setting up. The
meetings finish with tea and cake. Several volunteers bring ladies by car. A number of people come
from Kingsley Court. Women's Hour offer prayer and a listening ear. The eldest member is 991 Women's
Hour are always pleased to see any ladies who wish to come.
George said that Women's Hour is the church for many of its members.

Annual Parochial Church Meetin
l. Notice convenin
thp meetin
The chair was taken by the Rev. Geor8e Newton who convened the meeting.
There were 41 members present in Crossover for the meetin8-.
Julie Edwards
Jill Gooding
Paul Kirkup
Steve Roberts
Kamala Mehet
Michael Howlett
Alan Hilliar
Charles Savin
Caroline Ashworth
Jean Vivian
Shola Akeju
George Newton
Rachel Welby
Pat Clare
Jos Johnston
Michelle Rasmussen
Peter Cogdell
Martyn Barnes
John Kellagher
Trisha Haley
Saeed Bahmani
Colin MacArthur
Deirdre Baker
Fay Hampshire
Val Knight
Anne-marie Chittock Clare Walton
Owen Kemp
Heather Kemp
Lahiru Fonseka
Dave Haley
Dean Pusey
Tom Chittock
Sandra Roberts
Pav Mehet
Janet Bento
Chris Todd
Philip Le Roux
Ali Draper
Jan Nielsen
Mercy Rotmi
Apologies were received from:
Jean Embelton
Daphne Inglis
Celia Parker
Heather Drinkwater
Jacquie Kellagher
Aehee Payne
Mandy Brown
Mike Ashworth
Alice Chittock
John Drinkwater
Tracey Pusey
Tayo Akeju
Jane Newton
Pat Clark
Rosemary Aggett
Marion Barnes
Carolyn Hilliar
Pam Botwright
Pete Hawkins
Pauline Ebanks
Elena Tonkova
Wendy Sear
Don Payne
ointment of ChLtrchwardens
Churchwarden is a legally, elected appointment. to work with the vicar and be responsible for
the smooth running of services, and care of the building and grounds.
George expressed his grotitude to Tom and Lahlru for their setvice as wardens.
There were two nominations for Churchwarden-
Colin Mac Arthur
proposed Tom Chittock
Michael Howlett
proposed Lahiru Fonseka
and they were elected unanimously.
seconded Lahiru Fonseka
seconded Tom Chittock
ointment of De ut Churchwardens
Deputy Churchwarden is not a legal posltion, but they assist the Churchwardens.
Pat Clare is Deputy Churchwarden particularly for Wednesday mid-week communion, and it was
agreed she would continue in her role. If other people wish to volunteer later, they should
contart the wardens.

4. Rece
tion of the Electoral Roll and the ER Officer's re
ort
julie Edwards, Parish Operations Administrator, presented the report.
The total on the electoral role is 140.
Acceptance was proposed by Phil Le Roux, se¢onded by Jean Vivian and wa5 accepted
unanimously.
5. Election of u
to three members to Deane
S nod for three
Deanery Synod members Alice Chittock, Pete Hawkin5, and Phil Le Roux are due to stand down
or reapply this year.
ears
Three nominations were as follows and all were elected with thanks=
Phil Le Roux
proposed Ann-marie Chittock seconded Chas Savin
Martyn Barnes proposed Fay Hampshire
seconded Dave Haley
Pete Hawkins proposed Jill GoodinB
seconded Phil Le Roux
6. Election of u
to three members to the Parochial Church Council for three
Previous members Geoff Berry, Pav Mehet and Pat Clare are due to stand down or reapply this
year. In total there are six vacancies, although a full number is not required.
ears
Three nominations were as follows and all were elected with thanks-
Mike Ashworth
Pat Clare
Geoff Berry
proposed Jean Vivian seconded Ali Draper
proposed Jean Vivian seconded Paul Kirkup
proposed Jos Johnston seconded Julie Edwards
ointment of Sides
ersons
George encouraged people to join the welcome team.
roval of the Minutes of the Annual Parochial Church Meetin
of Wednesda
27th A
Approval was proposed by Dean Puseyi seconded by Fay Hampshire, and was accepted
unanimously.
ril 2022
9. Rece
tion of the Re
orts on the Parish and on Finance
lal It was proposed by Phil Le Roux and seconded by Pat Clare and agreed that the Report on
the Proceedings of the PCC during 2022 be accepted.
Ibl George thanked Chas for his work as Treasurer this year. Our utility bills Increased drastically
this year. Our finances are very importont and have to be managed well. It should be noted that
during thi5 hard year, church giving has increased. Gqor8e also thanked to our money counters
Ann-marie Chittock, Paul Kirkup and Pam Botwright.

It was proposed by John Kellagher, seconded by Michael Howlett and agreed that the
Independently Examined Accounts for 2022 be received.
10.A
ointment of Inde
endent Examiners for 2023
The Independent Examiner for 2022 Paxton Charity Accounting is proposed by Chas Savin for
the comin8 year, seconded Tom Chittock and ag￿ed that Paxton Charity Accounting be
appointed.
11. Rece
tion of the Re
Re
ort
It was proposed by Pat Clare, seconded by Shola Akeju and agreed that the report be accepted.
ort on the Fabric Goods and Ornaments of the Church for 2022
Wardens
12. Safe uardin
Polic
and the Safe
uardin
Officer's Re
ort for 2022
George highlighted that Safeguarding is vitally important work which we have to get right.
George thanked Fay Hampshire our Safeguarding Officer, and Fay thanked Dean for his help.
It was proposed by Phil Le Roux, seconded by Colin Macarthur and agreed that the report be
accepted.
13. An
other business
George acknowledged and thanked John and Jacquie Kellagher for their ministry. John stood
down as Associate Minister earlier in the year, however they are both still involved in the
church's work.
Lookin
forward
George asked a question he had heard.. 'If the church you lead had to stop, what difference would that
would make to the community it is centred iny How much difference do we make to 0￿r community?
Our vision is that we are a church that makes a difference. We are not jLtst 'church gathered,. We go
onto the streets, run chaplaincies, work with children and older people etc. Even though we are small in
number compared to the town we service, our impact is significant. At the feeding of the 5000, Jesus
used 12 people to minister to 5000- a 400 to I ratio,. in the same way our impact with a small number
of people can be significant. Prayer sits behind all our activities. We are motivated as 3 people who will
make a difference to the community God has placed us in, for such a time as thts. George said that he
thinks that if Holy Trinity did have to close down for some reason, it would have a signifi¢ant negative
effect on Aldershot.
We have a Church Development Plan, some of which we have completed and some are still works in
progress. Sometimes God 'just gives U5 things,, for instance the relationships we now have with our
Iranian friends. We need to look for signs of the Kingdom. A lot of our vision comes out of our gathered
prayer at PPP.
With Alice now being on maternity leave, we are grateful to all who have stepped in, but we want the
children's ministry to do much more than just keeping going, we want to see the fruit of the kingdom
through thls ministry.
We a￿ lookin8 forward to Jill being ordained and joining us as curate. Jill will look to start an Anna
Chaplaincy which works Wlth older people where there is often great loneliness.

We are strategizing about Wellesley, which is in our Parish. A challenge is how to reach this area.
Additionally there are the nearby new build flat5, which we would like to connect with once people start
moving in.
We have done significant work around 'Eco Church.; George spoke on behalf of Geoff. We are planning
a total revamp of the Galpin Hall which was built in 1956. The hall is not attractive and not at all eco-
friendly. A lot of preliminary work has been carried out over the last year, a serie5 Qf site and structural
surveys carried out under the auspices of our appointed architect. The architects have provided us with
a brief for the complete refurbishment of the hall in conjunction with the HT Galpin Hall Steering
Committee. They have provided us with two options, one of which has been selected for further
development. A further meeting with the archltect is planned for early May where we hope to fine tune
the adopted plan. The plans envisage a full refurbishment both interior and exterior with particular
focus on energy effitiencyi and the new hall with comply with BREEAM guidelines. Work will include a
new roof, cladding for the walls. There will be a new interior layout including a more logical floor plan.
George invited people to join Galpin Hall subcommittee. There may be BREEAM grants available, but
church will need to raise £100-150k to fund the work. The building work will need to happen around the
Deux Chat preschool.
Dean led the meeting in giving thanks to George for his work over the last year.
The meeting was concluded by saying the prayer verse for the year. and finished by 8.48pm.
Signed: Name..
Date:
Report on the Proceedings of the Parochial Church Council of Holy Trinity 2023
The Parochial Church Council IPCCI is the executive committee of Holy Trinity. Its membership
includes our clergy and churchwardens, together with representatives of the congregation. The
PCC is also a charity, and its members are trustees of this charity. The PCC is responsible for the
financial affairs of Holy Trinity and the maintenance of the church buildin8 and Galpin Hall, alon8
with other practical, le8al, staffingand spiritual matters. The PCC works with and supports George
In the management of Holy.Trinity and promotes the mission of the church.
Five subcommittees report into the PCC. These are:
Eco Church, chaired by Geoff Berry
Staff Matters, chaired by Dean Pusey
Safeguarding, jointly chaired by Fay Hampshire & Dean Pusev
Outward Giving, chaired by Jos Johnston
Galpin Hall works steering commlttee, chaired by Geoff Berry
These subcommittees have their own reports on their activities thls year In this Annual Report.
Oversight of and discussion of proposals from these subcommittees take up a large part of PCC
meetings.

In addition to these subcommittees, the PCC also regularly discusses Church Finances, Buildings,
Children and Families, GDPR, Church5uite and Health & Safety, Wellspring, and Diocesan.
Deanery, Synods and Aldershot Churches Together IACT}.
The PCC meets every two month5, and therefore met six times during the year. There were no
extraordinary meetings this year. At the beginning of the year we welcomed our new members
and our new churchwardens. In July, Jill Gooding joined the PCC after her ordination.
Key topics that the PCC looked at this year include:
The formation of a Treasury Team and selection of a new Treasurerto replace Chas.
Cha5 has continued to support Holy Trinity a5 Treasurer during this process and we are
very grateful to him for this.
Oversight of the children's and families work while Alice was on maternity leave, which
included the employment of staff into short-term roles to cover key aspects of Alice's
role. and the transition to Alice returning to work in December.
The PCC formally approving the Safeguarding Policy for the year.
The implementation of the policy that we must follow the Safer Recruitment procedure
when recruiting new PCC members. This means that all members of the PCC are now
required to go through an enhanced DBS check before starting the role. which is in line
with Charity Commission guidelines.
Reviewin8 and 8iving feedback on the Church Development Plan.
I would like to thank the PCC for their work this year. The members of the subcommittees do a
lot of unseen work to enable the running and growth of the church. which is hugely appreciated.
The PCC is not at full capacity, so if you would like to join the PCC please speak to George or
myself.
Rachel Welby, PCC Secretary
Electoral Roll Report to 8th April 2024
After the APCM in April 2023 we have had 14 additions to the Electoral Roll and 9 who were
members have now come off as they no longer worship at HT, have moved away or are sadly
deceased.
It has been more difficult to encourage people to sign up to roll compared to other years, despite
sending personal emails and handing out forms following conversations. I do however expect to
see an increase for the next revision in 2025 as we have seen a significant increase in newcomers
to HT towards the end of 2023 and into 2024. For many of these new people they are unable to
be added this year, as there is a minimum I'equirement of attending the church for at least 6
months.

The roll closed on 8th April {15 days before the APCMI.
Date
29109120
13104121
13104122
11104123
08104124
Total on roll
130
128
120 (revised in 2023 to 119)
139
144
We welcomed new members onto the roll from 2023..
Jessica Burrows
Mary Keet
Oluwad3milare Akeju (Damil
Margaret Visser
Alan Pickett
Johan Visser
Myfanwy Pickett
Chris Sutherland - Dodd
Rosemary Jakachira
Oliver Lillywhite
Lovemore Jakachira
Lynette Norris
Natalie Mitchell
(also on roll at St Michaels, Aldershotl
Michael Broadey (Jamie)
Those who have come off the 2023 roll are:
asylum seekers- names withheld for safety reasons.
Dave Haley
Trisha Haley
Paul Kirkup
Daniel Jennings
Karen Harrison
Mark Harrison
Julie Edwards
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Report on the Fabric, Goods and Ornaments of the Church {Warden's Report)
Over the past year, it has been a joy to witness our church community flourish. New faces have
joined us, and together, we've created a vibrant and welcoming space. We extend our heartfelt
thanks to everyone who has contributed to the church's growth and vitality.
The impact of Covid and its aftermath has been felt by all. Holy Trinity faced significant financial
challenges during this time. However, we are thrilled to report that, thanks to record-breaking
donations in the past year, the church has not only weathered the storm but has emerged
stronger than ever.
Throughout the year, in addition to regular maintenance-such as replacing candles for services
and providing additional toys for the kids, clubs - we've made several enhancements to the
equipment provided at our church. Here are the some of the more notable changes:
New Keyboard and Enhanced Microphones: We've invested in a brand-new keyboard and
upgraded our microphones. These improvements ensure that our live stream audience can hear
the congregation more clearly during services. The enhanced audio quality enhances the worship
experience for everyone.
Computer-controlled Uplighters: To create a more immersive and reverent atmosphere during
specific services, we've acquired computer-controlled up-lighters. These versatile lights allow us
to adjust the ambiance, adding a touch of elegance and focus where needed.
We're committed to continually enhancing our worship environment, and these updates reflect
our dedication to providing the best experience for our congregation. Thank you for your
supportl
As your Church Wardens, we consider it a tremendous privilege and honour to serve you. Your
unwavering support. love, and care have been our guiding light. We also express our gratitude
to the dedicated staff team and to George for his leadership.
Aswe move forward, we place ourtrust in the Lord's guidance. May His path lead us to continued
growth, unity, and purpose. Together, we seek Him and trust in His providence.
Blessings to all.
Michael Howlett & Colin McArthur (Macl
Safeguarding Report
We have come a long way to change our culture in Holy Trinity and in spurring each other on to
better practice and reflecting on this. We are working and making sure Safeguarding runs
through the DNA of the Church'Gathered' and'scattered,. So thatthe Gospel can be proclaimed
well and safely.
We, the Holy Trinity Church endorse fully the Church of England's safeguarding policy statement;
"Promoting a Safer Church" This states..
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"The care and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adult5 involved in Church
activities is the responsibility of the whole Church. Everyone who participates in the life of the
Church has a role to play in promoting a Safer Church for all.
We have also adopted the Principles of the House of Bishops on safeguarding and promoting the
welfare of children and adults at risk who enter Holy Trinity Church which is based on the
following six overarching policy commitments:
Promoting a safer environment and culture.
Safely recruitin8 and supporting all those with any responsibility related to children,
young people and vulnerable adults within the Church.
Responding promptly to every saleguarding concern or allegation.
Caring pastorally for victims/survivors of abuse and other affected persons.
Caring pastorally for those who are the subject of concerns or allegations of abuse and
other affected persons.
Responding to those that may pose a present risk to others.
Hence. we ensure that the highest standards of safeguarding are being met by:
Making sure that appropriate policies and processes including Safer Recruitment are in
place and are being rigorously implemented.
Monitoring and auditing policy and practice of the same across the wider Holy Trinity
community.
Risk assessments are taken seriously and used to good effect to promote safety. Risk
assessments are available for all aspects of our church. Assessing and managing risk
through the development of a risk and issues register on safeguarding.
Developing and managing an action plan to addre55 the issues raised.
Developing and monitoring key performance indicators of activity- and sharing best
practice with the Diocese and other relevant safeguarding bodies.
Summary of Safeguarding Activity in 2023
The Parish Safeguarding Dashboard - We are on level 3 and over 85% of the dashboard at that
level is complete. We are not complacent. We are aware of where the gaps are and are attending
to these and lots of other churches are also now achieving Level 3.
The Parish Dashboard's establishment has been a massive help as a tool on many levels. This has
been a big focus and will continue to be a priority into 2024. The dashboard is a simple to use,
online tool, that helps you keep track of safeguarding in our church and keeps us up to date with
local and national changes in safeguarding requirements. Our church has come a long way since
August 2021.
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There has been movement in the right direction in how we record our activities better. We have
made huge strides from where we were but have more to do so that these things are automatic
and not just duty.
We have managed to some extent fLFlfil requirements regarding Pastoral Care and how we can
improve and do this well with the resources we have in an accountable way. This is being worked
on further regarding coordination, recording of visit and bearing in mind our responsibilities and
accountabilities.
We are looking at ways to hold our information well and keep It up to date. This is held securely.
There is a dedicated email up and running and checked regularly by the management team.
My thanks in particular to Dean who has been instrumental in driving this particular area of work
forward and I will am proud for his progression and sad to see him going.
Safer Recrultment- These practices form part of a network of checks and balances which will
minimise the possibility of appointing inappropriate individuals to work with vulnerable groups.
Our safer recruitment is strengthening and more volunteers have been interviewed for sultability
and the various stages adhered to especially our growing youth, children and families work. No
application caused any concern.
We have a PCC safeguarding5ub-group that meets and coversthe areas of children, young people
and vulnerable adults and asks questions about practice both internally and externally. Thank you
to those in this group particularly supporting work for children and families and vulnerable adults.
There is an identified team currently seven, which will be five when Dean moves on but with the
addition of a Parish Safeguarding Assistant.
As part of our strategy we updated some of our policies, maternity leave, sick leave, job
descriptions and actively working on staff handbooks.
Vetting and Barring Checks - The Diocese has been using the Disc105ure and Barring Service for
background checking for roles which involve working with the vulnerable, satisfactory certificates
were issued for 311 newly recruited team members. It is more than a DBS that is the last thing.
We implement various stages with the associated paperwork so that we do not leave people or
ourselves as an organisation vulnerable.
Training- PCC member5, Staff. pastoral workers, children & families workers are amongst those
who have been instrurted to complete online training and whilst it remains a challenge to
monitor this there will be an ongoing push in 2024 to ensure everyone mandated to undergo
training completes the appropriate modules in good time. As well as all our PCC members, a new
compulsory requirement for DBS.
We flag up Safeguarding Sunday in various ways and will look to do this again in the autumn of
2024. We recognised in the area of live-streaming, particularly with children and vulnerable
adults that we tightened up our procedures so as not to increase risk thanks to the Tech Team
and Parish Operations & Admin Manager and PCC for this discussion. This led to action and can
be demonstrated with improved signage and communications.
Fay Hampshire
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Synods
Synod is the form of governance for the Church of England and. until mid-2021,1 (George) was
on all three levels. Locally, Deanery Synod covers the local area of Aldershot. Farnborough, Fleet
and a bit wider. There are three other representatives from HT elected to that and local and
national issues are discussed as well as mission.
In 2023 1 took up the role of Area Dean again (temporarily I hope11 That means l oversee the
twenty or so churches and organise deanery synod and other events. There is also Diocesan
Synod and a couple of us from HT are on that looking very much at the structure, vision and
finances of the diocese. General Synod, which covers the direction and governance of the whole
Church of England, discussed several tOPiCS that have become quite divisive and threaten the
unity of the church and we must pray for great wlsdom.
George Newton
2023 in Review
There were a number of highllghts in 2023 which included the ordination of Jill Gooding as a
curate IOLM, which means locally ordained to us and self-supportingl and it has been great to
welcome her on to the staff team and we are already feeling and seeing the difference and new
things she is bringing to our ministry. Although John Kellagher stood down from the staff team
and his official role as Associate Minister, we are so delighted that he and Jacquie stay very much
part of the church and its ministry in many different areas. We also had the good news that we
would be getting a new curate this year120241 and we introduced her, Gabrielle Clarke, to the
church in December and look forward to her starting with us at the end of June. Sadly, of course,
we will have to say farewell to Dean and Tracey at some point in the next few months.
Staying with staffing, we rejoiced with Alice and Tom at the birth of Nathaniel in March land with
quite a few other church families who also had babies throughout the year!) That meant that
Alice was on maternity leave from her full-time Children and Families Minister role for the
majority of 2023. To counter that loss, we were delighted to increase the hours of Caroline
Ashworth (Under 5s Worker) and employ Pauline Ebanks and Ben Smith for a few hours perweek
to cover some of the weekly and Sunday children's groups, and we are so grateful to others like
Kamala who stepped up to lead lin her case gap Kids Clubl or help with the different groups.
That meant that, although there were a few of the large annual activities such as the August
Holiday Club and residential weekends away that didn't happen, the Vtsst majority of this whole
key area, which is at the heart of our vision, was enabled to continue and thrlve.
We had just started our preaching series on Arts and our verse for the year was from chapter 4.
..enable your servants to speak your word with great boldness. Stretch out your hand to
perform signs and wonder5 through the name of your holy Servant Jesus.. It is no coincidence in
my mind that, as we prayed and preached that, we have seen quite a rise of up-front gospel-
sharing ministries and the resurgence of the Town Centre Pastoral Team (see a separate entry
from Alan Hilli8rl. About a dozen from HT also went to a two-day conference locally with Jackie
Pullinger to develop some skills in this field. I believe we are already seeing some of the fruit of
this.
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One thing that I have particularly rejoiced In is the way we are growing in such diversity,
especially with at least twenty ethnicities of heritage amongst our congregations. We are
working on becoming more 'inter-cultural 'rather than simply just 'multi-cultural'. To that end
we have enjoyed a rich diversity in food when we have eaten together at event such as the
Passover Meal and Harvest Supper as well as having graces and some Bible readin8s in other
languages.
It was good to have newcomerfs lunches similarly welcoming many different people. Many of
the Iranian asylum seekers have become even better friends to us although it was also sad to see
a number moved lat almost no notice) to other parts of the country. It was similarly sad to say
farewell to Dave and Trisha Haley. who had a great ministry with them, when they moved to
Bristol in the autumn.
New small groups started land continue to do 501 and we encourage that aspect of church
gathered to all who are not yet part of one.
I do want to welcome all of you who are new to HT and joined us in 202314. 1 also want to thank
everyone for all the help and 8enerosity in enabling the church to continue, to thrive and to reach
out. I have to say it is a wonderful community to be the vicar ofl
George Newton
urates
This year was one that we look back on with thankfulness in developing curacy supporting
George and the staff team with Jill and Julie with changes and a step change in growth and
development in my leadership role within and without the parish.
The year started unfortunately with significant attention to bereavements both at home and
abroad at almost both ends of the year that involved trips to Canada as well as a significant
bereavement at home for a mentor at the beginning - thankful for the prayers and support of
HT. There has been joy however within these moments of tears. Our family continued to settle
in with the challenges of study and learning a new way of being during what would be our
penultimate year of ministry at HT and being more settled in rhythms of life and thankful to and
for them.
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I have loved the series of Acts, contributing with Word - Preaching and Teaching, Sacrament:
Wednesday Communion. a Wedding and Baptisms. The work of Spirit- seeing what God is doing
and joining in, not least in Wellesley with presence in baptism and sharing life and falth in the
Gym and Cambridge School and being a visitor on the residents committee as well as a regular
slot in the Wellesley Times. The Aldershot Bombing memorial was a huge privilege to take part
in and to be part of marking that significant time in leading and preaching for civilians and the
military which was appreciated.
Chairing a PCC and two sub groups around safeguarding and staff matters has been a good
experience. Being connected with two home groups and the start of a new one has been great
and the privilege to come alongside some of you in various ways - not least in prayer, praise.
worship and practical seNice.
I have served in the wider Diocese on the Racial Diversity Advisory Team which has been helpful
in developing intercultural work that took its form in our international flavoured harvest supper
with storiesl The end of this year was finishing my portfolio fulfilling the competencies required
in my role and now being signed off by the Bishop. That letter was the most welcome of 20231
What next? The Lord knows and the quest begins early in the New Year of 20241
The Adventure continues...
Dean Pusey
It's been wonderful to have been made welcome as a member of the staff team. I have
thoroughly enjoyed 'launching' myself into life at Holy Trinity, joining in with everything from
Trinity Tots, school assemblies, Youth Group, Women's Hour, midweek communion and leading
a small group.
In November I completed training with Anna Chaplaincy, which will enable me to develop a
ministry serving the senior members of our community.
The next major step is my ordination as a priest in June 2024. It will be a busy month as my
daughter is Betting married the week before I
Jill Gooding
Church Development Plan
We have continued to undertake an annual Parish Needs Process (PNPI with the Diocese who
explain Yhe goal of the PNP is to support parishes as they listen and identify their top priorities
for mission and growth, which will form the heart of their Church Developmer)t Plan" Therefore,
we once again have a slimmer, more focused plan than in previous years.
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Holy Trinity, Aldershot- Church Development Plan September 2023
WIDER AIM
DIOCESAN GOA
Which of the
diocesan goals doe5
this relate to?
SPECIFIC ACTION POINTS
What you are
aiming to achieve.
Usually between I
and 4 points.
What you are going to do.
l- Making
Disciples
l. Aspiring towards a 50.50 split in serving church members and
serving not-yet church members.
2. Identifying and training new leader5 for new Small groups
and other teams.
Discipleship of all
members.
I With Aldershot Churches Together IACTI and other churches,
establish a chaplaincy to residential homes in Alder5hot.
2 To consolidate existing work and look for new opt)ortunities
on Welleslev.
3 Intentionally develop links with near neighbours to the HT
site, particularly using our garden area for open air services,
hospitality and events along with visits to new and existing
flats.
2 - Increasin8
believers
Outreach to our
own and beyond.
l. To build on the growing links with parents of those whose
children come midweek and look to whole family
discipleship.
2. Look for further opportLtnities to do the Parenting for Faith
course and find possible other courses for not-yet-church
families, encouraging people to get their children christened.
3. To seek to engage and grow 11-18 year old disciples through
small groups and local and national youth event5. Explore the
possibility of taking on o part-time Youth Worker in
conjunction with the Diocese.
3 - Growing youth
& children's
ministry
Grow the work
with children and
vouth and
amilies.
6- Cultivating
community
partnerships
l. Aim to have achieved bronze award Eco Church 5tatU5 by
early 2024.
2. Work out the financial viability of an eco.refuTbishment of
Galpin Hall. If viable, work towards raising the money.
o engage with HT
neighbours and
use the gardens.
George Newton
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Outward Giving Sub Group {OGSG
The OGSG has oversight of givingfrom the church's tithe money 110% of our income). There are
10 main recipients agreed by PCC, and members of the sub-committee link with each of these.
There were also 8 other one-off gift5 and appeals in 2023 including a small gift to the family of
Pastor Milongton. one of our India pastors, who died unexpectedly at the end of 2022.
The main recipients are intended as longer-term commitments from the church, but last year we
included Ben and Esther Brown from the Missionary Aviation Fellowship IMAFI in place of the
Church Mission Society. We have had several newsletters from Ben and Esther and showed a
video of theirwork in the serviceson 3rd December. This autumn we began to con5iderchanging
a second charity, but this is still under discussion and will only be decided in 2024.
Several of our main missions visited HT during the year. On 12th March Peter Shears. Director
of The Source, spoke about the organisation at both services and had a chance to talk individually
to church members afterwards. Abraham Shrestha was visiting the Nepali Christian Community
in Aldershot on 24th September and preached at both of our services too. As always, was very
well received. Heather arranged for 3 Tearfund video and special prayers at the services on 1st
October. Then Mervyn Thomas, Founder President of Christian Solidarity Worldwide spoke at
11.15 on 12th November (Remembrance Sunday), and challenged us about caring for believers
who are persecuted for their faith, whatever this may be.
We included information in "Hellol" about some of the other ministries, includin8 CMJ, CPAS,
and Church Army. In November we again encouraged people to give to Angel Tree forChri5tmas
presents for the children of prisoners in Send and Coldingley Prisons. HT itself made a
contribution for at least 12 Christmas presents.
Heather Kemp joined the committee in July but we were again I person short when Trisha Haley
left in September. She had been a member since 2015 and will be sadly missed. However, we
hope to recruit someone in early 2024.
As at the end of 2023, the main missions which the church supports, and the current link people,
are listed below. If you have queries or would like more information, do please speak to any of
us, and we are also happy to receive suggestions for one-off church gifts.
Bible Society {currently not allocated, but covered by Julie Edwards),
Christian Solidarity (Julie Edwardsl.
Church Pastoral Aid Society. Church Army & the India Ministries {Torn Chittockl,
Ben & Esther Brown IMAFI & The Source ljennifer Paterson),
Tearfund (Heather Kempl,
Church's Ministry among Jewish People ICMJI & Abraham Shrestha for work with Nepali
groups in UK and Europe lJos Johnston).
Jos Johnston
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Eco Church Sub Group
Both church members and the community have continued to enjoy the chLrrch gardens this year.
Geoff grew a variety of beans and we had raspberries and courgettes. The hot weather in the
summer meant we needed to do quite a bit of watering but everything flourished because of a
number of faithful church members watering once a week- thank you. We grew a magnificent
sunflower which the bees loved I
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At harvest we had a Creation Care service and in November we gave
everyone a questionnaire asking about their Eco lifestyle. This was
really positive, and as a result we were able to apply for an award from
Eco church. We were delighted to get a silver award.
In September, we employed a gardener, Mike Cawthra, who recently retlred as a civll engineer
and is now RHS qualified as a gardener. He comes once a fortnight and is full of knowledge and
enthusiasm which is great.
Geoff Berry and Jane Newton
Staff Matters Sub Group
In September 2022. when it became known that Alice was pregnant, the PCC agreed to the
formation of a small Staff Matters Team ISMTI delegated to look into the rules for maternity leave
and maternity pay and how we might handle this initially. The Team consists of Dean Ichairl, Jos,
Fay and Rachel. At the November PCC the SMT explained the statutory requirements surrounding
maternity and made recommendations a5 to how far the church should go in being generous
beyond these statutory minima. It also made similar recommendations for slck leave and both
were accepted by PCC.
In January 2023, the church decided to employ a number of staff part-time to cover Alice's role
during her absence. It then became clear that we needed to update our church contracts and
sought initial advice from Diocesan HR. Tkie SMT looked into this and drew up a template for
contracts and arranged that all the paid staff should be on this common contract. Work on the
contracts and related matters continued during the year. The SMT also advised on Alice's return
to work, 'Keeping in Touch, days, and the ending of the short-term cont17Cts.
The intention is that all legally binding material will be in each staff member's personal contract
using the agreed template. General policies and procedures should be in a staff handbook which
sets out how we intend to operate in practice. For example, the handbook will include the agreed
policies on maternity leave and sick leave, recruitment procedure5, current mileage rates for
official travel, etc. The Team has made a start on this and will work on it during 2024. Whether
the SMT can then be wound up or should become an official part of the management process 15
a decision which will have to be made by PCC in due course.
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Thanks for all the time, wisdom and input of those who have served on this group and the staff
we have worked with.
Dean Pusey
Galpin Hall Sub Group
Reports that I submitted to both the January and May PCC meetings stated "there has been an
extended period of preparation for the plans for Galpin so that we fully understand the building
and feel confident that the planned refurbishments are feasible in scope and achievable in
practice. This ha5 necessitated a full digital dimensional survey, a topographical survey, an
asbest05 survey, intrusive structural investigations, along with ground and substrate excavation5,
and the provision of detailed floor plans and elevations"
Following ongoing deliberations with the architects, at the November PCC meeting I presented a
report outlining 3 options for the Galpin Hall redevelopment, as provided by our architects, as
examples of 3 different finishes. The renderings were for guidance purposes only and were not
to be viewed as finalised plans especially as the options produced by the architect can be mixed
and matched.
Following the November PCC meeting, it was agreed to constltute a hall subcommittee to make
recommendations initially about the roofing and cladding based on the information that was sent
out and then, as a subcommittee, work with the architects towards going out to tender. This was
seen as being a necessary advisory committee to the Council and will probably be needed for
about two years. The Galpin Hall Sub Group was duly established with Terms of Reference.
The Group has identified early on, the importance of complying with BREEAM specifications for
energy efficiency and environmental points and it was agreed that these principles should guide
us in all matters as we move forward. Apart from BREEAM concerns the basis for our
considerations is founded on four characteristics: Cost Vlsual Appeal - Durability - Energy
Efficiency.
Geoff Berry
CHILDREN, FAMILIES & YOUNG PEOPLE
Children and Families Ministry Report
It feels a bit funny writing the annual report for a year which l only worked for about three
months, but l just wanted to take the opportunity to say thank you to all the people who ran and
supported the children's ministry while I was on maternity leave. In particular Ben, who took on
running the Wednesday Group- Kamala who led kids club; Pauline who took care of Mini Club
and Hot Chocolate and Caroline who took on leading Sunday mornings and Trinity Tots. They all
did a really great job in their roles.
It was good to come back in time to celebrate Christmas and lead the Christingle, and l am still
trying to learn lots of new names and faces.
Alice Chittock
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Sunday Morning Children's Groups
For the majority of 2023 due to Alice being on maternity leave and a shortage of leader5, we had
to keep to two groups on a Sunday morning for our Children. This was definitely challenging due
the wlde age gap, and the different needs of our children.
We have found since the return from Covid the number ofchildren attending each week can vary
hugely, anything from 5-251 This made planning sessions extremely difficult, so in the younger
group we looked at different people of the Bible and treated all sessions as 'stand-alone' rather
than as a theme, so no one missed out.
Thankfully in September 2023 with the help of our very faithful and committed volunteers and a
few new ones, we managed to revert back to three group: Mustard Seeds (Aged 3- School yrll
Kids Church lyr2 - yr41 and Hot Chocolate lyr5+1.
A huge thank you to the team-. Pauline. Ben, Tim, Elena, Heather, Owen, Aehee, Kamala, Rachel,
Jocelyn, Pam, Shoby, Bianca, Jess, Ann Marie.
Caroline Ashworth
Kids Club
Kids Club have had great fun over the13st year, playing games, doing craft actlvities and learning
about Jesus. The children have built good friendships and had opportunities to share their weekly
news. It has been great to see new children join the group, and some of the older ones make
transition into the Wednesday Club. Towards the end of the year this has meant that there are
now significantly more boys than girls in the group.
The parent's area has remained popular, with people staying for drinks and a chat every week.
A big thank you to all of the team who have worked so hard on making the group run smoothly
each week.
Kamala Mehet
Mini Club
Mini club is our group for 3- 6-year-olds and their families. I took over the leadership of thi5 group
n February. witli Alice beingon maternity leave. We continued the form¢.t of arts &crafts, games.
a Bible story and plenty of tea and toastl
Numbers grew during the spring term and in May we moved the session into part of the main
church. A highlight at this time was party to celebrate the King's Coronation. We continued to
use the main hall into July when we broke up for the summer. In September we moved back into
Crossover as numbers dropped.
Our regular parents continued to be faithful by inviting their friends to join the session and we
built good relationships. It's been a great blessing and experience to lead these sessions- I have
learnt a great deal. A huge thank you to Jacquie and Shoby for their help and support.
Pauline Ebanks
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Trinity Tots
Wowl I think that is the only word I can use to describe Trinity Tots. I had the pleasure of leading
this group from Feb 2023- Dec 2023, it is our weekly Baby and Toddler group which meets every
Thursday mornin8 during term time. The Church is transformed into our huge play area with
crafts, soft play. Lego. train tracks, toys, dressing up and bubbles l M05t weeks we had between
50-60 children attending and it has been such a joy to welcome our Nepalese community into
this group.
During the Summer Term we had a theme of 'Thank you God for......
and we had great fun
exploring ideas such as space and the weather. In the Autumn Term we looked at a different Bible
Character5, this definitely challenged our creativity, with ideas such as using hair combs in the
sand whilst we learned about Samsonl 10 mins before the end the'wiggle song, comes over the
PA and all the Children literally stop what they are doing and race to the stage to hear the Bible
story and join in the singing. 50+ Children all singing 'Our God is a great big God, and shaking
their instruments is always one of the highlights of my weekl
A massive thank you to the team: Pam, Sandra. Jacquie. Tim, Kimberley, Mansoureh, and all the
Staff team.
Caroline Ashworth
Wednesday Club
Throughout this last year this group has been averaging between 6-12 young people between
school years 6 to 9, whilst in the summer term we have invited the kids in year 5 to come along
as well.
Whilst Alice was maternity leave the team of myself, Tim Welby and Lucy Mwangi led this group
which involved doing a couple of group games or challenges. a craft of some sort which ranged
from things such the young people making their own Easter eggs, fidget toys attempting to make
homemade bouncy balls and more. So, an average session would last I hour and would involve
a game, a craftlactivity, a talk/discussion about the Bible with some pizza and another game to
finish off.
As this group had a range of church going kids and non-church going kids, we thought it would
best to teach them about Jesus in the first term end of Feb-mid April with our group topic about
Jesus and the E'aster story with things linking into other days such as Nlotherfs Day and Lent. In
the second term May-July we introduced them to some of the lesser-known people in the Bible
and how we could learn from them. In the third term between September and December we
focused on the parables of Jesus and then we also discussed emotions and what the Bible teache5
us on them.
Finally, I would like to say a massive thank you to Tim and Lucy for their commitment over the
last year.
Ben Smith
Baby Group
Our Baby Group is for any baby who is not yet walking and focuses on supporting new parents.
The Church floor is covered with blankets, and a large number of toys, and Sensory activities
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which give the opportunity for parents to make friends, and for us to start to build relationships
with them. We conclude the session by all coming together for singing, bubbles. the parachute
and refreshments for the parents.
The group runs every Friday morning during term time and has a continuously changing group of
babies, due to parents going back to work, or them mastering the wonderful skill of walking and
moving up to our Toddler Group. As the group has been running a couple of years we are now
beginnlng to meet new siblings which is always such a joy.
Caroline Ashworth. Pauline Ebanks & Jane Newton
Baby Massage
Baby Massage is run as a 4 week course every half term on a Friday lunch time in Crossover. It is
the opportunity for a small group of parents to build a support network and learn an important
skill to help them nurture their baby. It is also a wonderful opportunity to us to start deeper
conversations with them, and be a listening earwhen needed. We ran 6 courses during 2023 and
every course was fully booked I
Caroline Ashworth
Seasonal Events
Messy Church
We ran two Messy Church events during 2023- Messy Easter and Messy Advent. Both events had
over 70 children and their families attending. We had a number of craft and messy activities along
with Egg hunts and snowball challenges all linked towards the theme. Everyone came together
at the end for a short talk and some songs, followed by a sandwich tea for all the children. These
events have been hugely successful in drawing in those families who are on the fringe of our
Church with many hearing the true meaning of Easter and Christmas for the first time.
Summer Drop In Sessions
With Alice away, this summer we took a break from our annual kid's holiday club and in its place
held all age summer drop in sessions. These ran these twice a week throughout August and
brought all age groups of the Church and local community together. In the main Church building
we had messy play, crafts, table tennis, table football, Le80 and tOy5. Crossover was a designated
quieter area with board games, jigsaws and colouring, and refreshments. It was wonderful to see
members of our Womens Hour interacting with children from ourToddlergroup and hope this in
something to repeat again in the future.
Light Party Disco
In November we held a Light Party Disco as an alternative to Halloween. This was fantastic fun,
as there were glow sticks and sweets galore! There was also a quiet tent with sensory lights set
up in Crossover for those who needed a break and a chance to chat. It was great to see parents
teaching their children the dance steps of the g(Ysl A hu8e thanks to Pete Hawkins for running
the Disco and setting up a very impressive lighting display that definitely gave the Church building
a different 'wow' factor for the evening.
Caroline A5hworth
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DISCIPLESHIP - Growing as apprentices of Jesus
Small Groups
During 2023 there were three small groups meeting on a regular basis, either on a Wednesday
or Thursday evening. The make-up of these groups remained reasonably steady for most of the
year, until Dave and Trisha - who had been hosting one group - moved to Bristol, so that group
has been meeting in Tom and Alice's house.
We tend to follow the sermon series, but the aim is to look at the passage before the sermon is
preached, so that we discuss the passage, rather than the sermon.
But it is also a time to get to know each other more, to encourage each other by sharing how we
have seen si8ns ofthe kingdom over the pastweek, and by prayingforeach other. I have enjoyed
getting to know the people in our group more.
A fourth group has started since the beginning of 2024 - if you would be interested in joining a
group, perhaps helping to host a group, please let one ofthe staff know.
John Kellagher
Older Youth Group
The older youth group lage 14-181 started in late 2020 and meets on Sunday early evenin85 in
term times and was facilitated by Dave Haley and George until Dave left in the autumn and since
then Jill and Pauline helped alongside George. There are about 6 teenagers with one or two who
came upfrom theyoungeryouth group in the autumn. We did variousstudies as well as a number
of socials and we normally have a few games too.
We would love to find a part-time youth worker to further facilitate this group and its further
growth and impact for these amazing teens who face so many different pressures in life.
George Newton
Women's Hour
Women's Hour continued to meet in Crossover every Thursday afternoon at 2.30pm. We had
various speakers including Steven Brown Ival Knight's son in lawl, John Kellagher. Nick Nielson,
volunteer5 from Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice and The Source. Our generous ladies continued to
donate to different charities. We were entertained by Dave Haley whti led a sing-along and bv
Paul Kirkup and the ukulele group. We were saddened at Paul's sudden death but very pleased
that the Broup have offered to come and play for us a8ain.
We enjoyed some"open" afternoons where wewatched a DVD ofAsh, listened tofavourite music
and had assorted readings- our thanks goto our own Joyce Grenfell otherwise known as Wendy.
George brought communion to us each term and also thrilled us with many of his photos. Jill,
George and John proved that there is life outside ministry by showing some of theirfamily photos.
Ourth3nks as always go to Gerald for all he does, to Daphne and Doreen forthe cakes, to Doreen
and Liz for their sterling work in the kitchen and to all the committee for their organisation.
Daphne Inglis, Pat Clare & Jan Nielsen
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OUTREACH & EVANGELISM
Soul Sisters
Soul Sisters is Holy Trinity's answer to good fun. fellowship and generally a great laugh for all "the
ladies"
young lover 14 years) and more mature.
We returned to the Greenhouse Centre in Poole In June for our much-enjoyed annual weekend
away. The theme was 'Women in the Bible. and we were privileged to hear insights into the lives
of different women, shared by members of our group.
We sad to see Trisha leave our Soul Sisters organising team in December with her move to Bristol.
especially as she contributed so much to it all and we would love others to join this team. Do let
us know if that would be of interest.
We are looking forward to more fun and fellowship in 2024.
Jane Newton
HT Men
2023 was a quiet year for Men's ministry with a couple of Scalextric and beer evenings.
Richard Bento started up a Men's breakfast on Saturday mornings at Brewers Fayre in Aldershot
with the aim to "help encourage us men in our lives as followers of Jesus" and this has been
welcomed by those who enjoy breakfast and a chance to chat and pray. Richard is planning to
start online zoom sessions for men in 2024.
Magnet groups continue meeting regularly, usually on a monthly basis.
There are people in HT who have a heart for ministry to and with men. If that's you, speak to
me, to link up with others who Share that heart.
George Newton
Wellbeing and Heartng Champions
We continued to meet in Crossover on the second Saturday of each month between 10am and
noon. Although our numbers were small we enjoyed a time of peace, prayer, chat, tea and cake
away from the stresses and strains of our lives. We did welcome people who dropped in for
whatever reason and it gave us a chance to meet new people and tell them about HT.
Jan and Pat- trained by the Royal Surrey Hospital Audiology Department continued to clean and
re-tube hearing aids and to provide batteries.
Pat Clare and Jan Nielsen
Town Centre Pastoral Team (TCPT)
The Town Centre Pastoral Team ITCPTI first started in around 2010. as an initiative of Aldershot
Churches Together IACTI. It's operated without a break since then though it's had both challenges
and joys overthe past 12 months or so. Our aim throughout has been to be out in AldershotTown
Centre late each Friday and Saturday evening (currently 9..30 pm to 11.'30 pm).
We set up a table and banner on Bank Corner Ibetween Nat West Bank and The George) and we
offer free hot drinks, {tea. coffee, etc.) plus chocolates, sweets. and snack bars Ifunded by ACT)
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to anyone out in the town centre. We have Christian literature lincluding New Testaments, "Why
Jesus" etc.l. We introduce ourselves and being from the local churches seek to gently start
conversations which we hope will lead to some engagement about spiritual issues.
We see it as a gentle but increasingly blessed outreach attivitv.
Traditionally, we've drawn people for TCPT from several local churches (but primarily from Holy
Trinity) and those offering to be part ofthe Team would do one se55ion per month.
Gwen Wills stepped down asTCPTcoordinator around May 2023 after manyyears partly because
she found it was getting increasingly difficult to find people willing to come out with the Team.
I picked up the responsibility for coordinating the Town Centre Pastoral Team in around July 2023
after some handover sessions from Gwen Wills.
Regular Friday and Saturday TCPT sessions restarted in August 2023. and we maintained a regular
TCPT presence each from August 2023. Gethng a minimum two people lat least one manl out
each Friday and Saturday was initially particularly challenging but steadily became easier.
We speak to around 25 - 30 people on each session. Some folks are part of the "street
community", others are clubbers or going to local pubs. Most come for a hot drink, or some
snack5 and we may only have a very brief conversation. Some will stop to chat for some minutes.
but that can lead to deeper interactions about life, faith, or other challenges in their lives.
We don't press anyone, but we often lind that God opens opportunities to pray for people, if
thewre happy for us to do so. We're had sessions where God has moved in power, and we've
prayed for up to five people in one eveninE. On most evenings, we give away at least one or two
copies of the New Testament, and we've recently had to order around one hundred new copies
ofthe New Testament from Good News for Everyone Ipreviously Gideonsl.
Over the months, we've built up a trust and respect with the police, with bouncers from local
clubs and with the manager of The George and of course with our regular visitors from the street
community.
We've seen several of our regular visitors turn up at services in Holy Trinity and that's been a
tremendous encouragement, but it takes time for them to build the confidence to make the
church their regular home.
We know that a few minutes in the open air is not the best opportunity to build a relationship
with those we meet on TCPT, and so in 2024 we are lookingto launch Yhe Brunch Club" to serve
breakfasts to those who want to come on Saturday lunchtimes, where we can build relationships
and have more time for conversations. We feel this could be an important part of the church's
outreach
To give a sense of what God has achieved through TCPT, I'd like to quote the Manager of The
George pub, who commented that when she looked out one evening and found that the TCPT
was not on stations as usual, commented "It looks really lonely without you"
Alan Hilliar
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Aldershot Community Chaplaincy
The maln ministry of 2023 was the running of the group called 'Wayfarers' In Crossover on
Tuesday mornings. The team is currently verysmall so we will be lookingfor more team members
who we will train in listening, signposting, pastoral care and social prescribing. Nigel Pool still
heads up the team.
We are also planning a coordinated chaplaincy ministry to all the care homes in the town and. Jill
Gooding is leading this development, having completed Anna Chaplaincy training and made good
links wlth Harlow Hall, the new care home within our parish. There is certainly an open door.
George Newton
PRAYER & WORSHIP
Worship Team
2023 saw the first full year of our 11.15 Encounter Service. In this service which has been focused
on the word and worship, we have seen more response times and time for prayer during our
corporate sung worship. There has been a greater intentionality in listening to what God is saying
before the service and bringing that into our times of worship.
The team remains strong and faithful and we now have Simon, Shola and myself regularly leading
sung worship on a Sunday morning. Joe Newton and Alan Hilliar have become regular vocalists
and both bring lovely harmonies whlch enhance our sung worship. As always we are grateful for
the Tech Team who sUPPOrt us faithfully week after week.
We continue to long for greater freedom in our worship and for life changing encounters with
God as we focus on him. He graciously blesses us with his presence week after week as we turn
to him and create space for him. Our prayer is that he continues to use our times of corporate
worship to speak to us. to purify our hearts and to further equip us to share his love and truth in
Aldershot and beyond.
Janet Bento
Tech Team
The Tech Team has provided audio and visual support throughout the year, with live streaming
continuing to provide a valuable opportunity for those unable to join in person, participate in the
service live or on catch up.
This year the church invested in portable LED lights that illuminate the pillars of the church and
were especially effective for use at bigger events like the ATFC Carol service and other events
over the Christmas season. Two of the light units have been installed permanently on the lighting
bars. In addition. two dedicated auditorium microphones were purchased and added to the
lighting bars to enhance the sound quality on the live stream. We have also purchased wireless
hand held microphones and new singer microphones, which as you appreciate are well used.
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Followlng on from generosity of contributions arising from the 2023 Gift Day we will be
purchasing a new keyboard for the worship team, which will be arriving early in 2024.
Thanks to the team - Geoff, Phil, Tayo, Gareth, Joe, Michael and Richard. Joe completed his
projection training and started operating this aspect of the tech team on his own. Michael joined
the team as a backup on all three jobs, live stream. sound and projection. He is now on the rota.
We are always very open to anyone who would like to join the team. Previous experience is not
necessary as training will be given. Why not find out more and see what's involved?
Terry Gardiner
Prayer Tree
The prayer tree continues to be used as it has been for many years - for specific immediate
individual needs, such as a job interview, a bereavement, an illness. Where there has been an
ongoing situation we have been praying for. it has been encouraging to get feedback with how
the situation has been developing.
There are about 60 people who receive these requests for prayer. some of whom were at one
stage part of HT and have since moved away. Thank you to those who pray.
George Newton
Praying Together
In addition to the main Prayer. Praise & Prophecy IPPPI on 3 Monday evening, people within the
church have been meetingto pray on a regular basis. We meet at different times forhalf an hour
Tuesday morning at 8am, Wednesday morning at 7am, Thursday evening at 6pm and Sunday
evening at 7pm - and different people attend these different meetings. There have been a small
8roup of people who are faithful. We pray for people and situations we know of where there is
a need or a desire for God to be at work in that situation - bringing healing, or peace. or a job. or
some other sign of the kingdom.
Whereas the PPP is now only an in-person meeting, these other times of prayer are purely on
Zoom - log in delails are in Hellol It is one of the benefits of Zoom - it is easy to come together
for a short time. And God is able to be present across the internet- we have known the presence
of the Spirit during these times of prayer.
Apartfrom Tuesday mornings, we generally startwith a Psalm, and then some itemsto pray into,
and 80 from there. What is important is allowing time and space for the Spirit to lead us.
Personally, I find the time on Wednesday is a really good time to start the day.
l appreciate that these times will not suit everyone, but if you are free and haven't tried these
times. then I would encourage you to have a go. All are welcome.
John Kellagher
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Prayer, Praise and Prophecy (PPP)
These times of gathering together and before God to 8ive thanks, to intercede and pray as well
as to listen to His voice are absolutely crucial to the ongoing ministry of HT. We are keeping a
record of the different prophetic words that are shared and these are helping form our decisions
for the way we plan the future.
In these meetings we share vision as well as seek and pray to the Lord. I do want to thank
everyone who chooses to come together to pray {and fast) in these times and I still believe this
monthly meeting lon the first Monday evening of each monthl is the powerhouse of HT. If you
haven't yet joined us, please look to try to make it a priority. However, at the start of the year,
Instead of the usual PPP we had a half nlght of prayer which was a fantastic way to start 2023 and
we repeated that this year too. l am also glad we have several other times to pray together each
week by Zoom. All details are in Hello I
George Newton
Midweek Communion
The Wednesday mid-week communion service has been held most weeks through the year.
So, our gathering is a simple communion service using one of the many service cards. We look
at a Bible passage- through the year we have continued working our way through the Psalms.
There are somewhere between 11 and 15 who regularly meet most weeks. All are welcome.
Thanks to Pat who acted a5 warden and helped get everything ready.
George Newton
Refresh
Refresh is held every Wednesday at 7.45pm in Crossover.
Here the door5 are open to everyone for a time to be Mary and sit at the feet of Jesus, or perhaps
rest in His arms for a while. We meet to worship our Lord and Saviour, to give God our Father
praise and thanks and for Holy Spirit to fill us up to overflowin& 50 that we can be Martha for the
rest of the week.
During sun8 worship at our first meeting just over a year ago, one of the participants saw Jesus
walking among¢t us, blessing each of us as He stopped to pray over us. This has been followed
by many healings, words and pictures as we sing, pray and receive God's blessing. Listening to
His voice during times of silence after drawing close to God in worship is simply amazin8 and
speaking these words out with confidence is a continuous learning process. This is the place to
practice.
Every meeting overthe past year has been different. We have Strangers walk in and rest a while,
we have church members drop in and be overwhelmed by God's love and we have open times
for prayer and ministry as God leads us. There is no agenda, no script. butwe do have a common
purpose and that is to seek Jesus and find out what He wants.
Come and join us, rest a while with us, everyone is welcome.
Steve Roberts
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PASTORAL CARE
Holy Trinity continues to be a pastoral church, caring ft)r many people from the elderly to the very
young.
We were sorry to see Dave & Trisha leave at the end of 2023. They were was always so ready to
listen and support many in the church.
Pastoral support is very relational - we see many people in the congregation quietly walking
alongside others in a caring and supportive way. Women's Hour, pastoral assistants, small group
leaders and others are often there to listen. pray and give in practical ways.
There are various courses in pastoral care available so if anyone is interested, please talk to
myself, Dean or Jill.
George Newton
KEY FELLOWSHIPS
Nepali Christian Church Aldershot (NCCA)
We have a close relationship with NCCA and their pastor Laxmi Limbu and other elders. Their
main congregation still meets at HT on Sunday afternoons, as well as at their base in Ash Vale
and some satellite con8re8ations throughout the week. We have also been able to
accommodate some of their larger conferences throughout the year.
They are a great support to HT in many ways and in their ministry to the town.
George Newton
Wellspring Aldershot
In last year's annual report we said that Wellspring had just been hanging on, and that our
situation at that time was not Sustainable. In 2023 we have been more aware of our limitations,
which meant we were unable to run any summer family holiday activities, and we ended the
monthly Forest Church sessions in the summer which despite being well advertised each month
were not attracting Wellesley residents.
Despite our limitations, however, many activities have continued. The four of us (John and Judith
Layzell, Clare and Tat Tatarekl have continued to meet on most Sunday mornings, choosin8
relevant books to discuss. On occasions we assembled Welcome Packs, which were distributed
through the year to new Wellesley residents. The number of new homes which have not yet
received Welcome Packs is now growing again. the backlog caused by Covid having been
eliminated. The Progress not Perfection group has been meeting monthly, both in person and
on Zoom. Everyone in that group has benefited from discussing how to live well, based on the
foundation of the Beatitudes.
We made some progress in making contact with Chrlstians living on Wellesley, in the hope that
we might be able to work together on some projects. We had a picnic together in early
Septeniber, which allowed us to renew contact with some residents who attend Emmaus Road
Church. After the picnic we established a Christians on Wellesley WhatsApp group. with the aim
of allowing us to share projects and concerns.
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On Wellesley, we continued working with Edible Wellesley every fortnight in the growing season,
meeting some local families including children who are enjoying learning to grow edible plants.
The growing season culminated in a Harvest Thanksgiving led by Dean in early October.
As in past years, the autumn/winter season ha5 seen the bulk of our activity on Wellesley. After
the Harvest celebration, at Halloween we were assisted by friends from other churches to run
our pop-up Light Parties, providing refreshments, artivities and goody bags including booklets
about Jesus on two sites forthe many families out trick-or-treating. This annual event is probably
the most successful of our activitie5 on Wellesley. and this year brought us into contact with over
200 people in the space of two hours.
Then in December some of us distributed Rushmoor Christmas Angels, which led to some
constructive conversations. On December 23 we celebrated Christmas with the annual Street
Nativity, paid for by the developers Grainger. Many children dressed up to take part in the story
and we gave away refreshments and goody bags reminding families ofthe whole Christmas story.
Again we thank those from Holy Trinity and other Aldershot churches who helped us.
December 2023 marked the end ofjohn and Judith's commitmentto leading Wellspringandthey
have withdrawn from the steering group, so discussions and plans about the future of ministry
on Wellesley are now in the hands of a team of leaders from Aldershot Churches. The Wellspring
team will still be involved with Sunday meetings, Progress not Perfection. and Edible Wellesley.
We remain interested in and committed to Wellesley; we look forward to learning about future
initiatives and will get involved if possible.
John and Judith Layzell, The Wellspring, Aldershot
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OPERATIONAL
Church Office
This is a new entry for the annual report but I thought a worthy addition as the church office is
now such a hub of activity that it seems amiss it hasn't been included before now.
As Parish Operations Administrator {POAI l am continually grateful to all those who serve on the
various rotas each month, supportin8 each of the Sunday services and to Jane Newton who has
overseen the administration and 'policing' of car park permits which has brought welcome
income to HT.
Communication continues to be an important role, making sure everyone is aware of what is
happening and how to sign up for various events and courses and volunteer help. Hellol Has been
a constant source of information each week and the various HT Facebook pages have been useful.
l often post on a variety of Aldershot Facebook pages to highlight what's on to those outside of
HT and at Christmas we knocked on doors and hand delivered leaflets to our immediate
neighbours which proved positive and worthwhile.
It has been noticeable this year, keeping the church well supplied with the all-important coffee,
tea, squash and biscuits as well as the less exciting cleaning materials, toilet rolls, hand towels
and office supplies (especially photo copier paperl that everything is far more expensive and we
are trying to buy wisely without compromising quality and our commitment to Fairtrade etc.
Churchsuite continues to be an extremely useful tool to maintain an accurate database of contact
details of both adults and children at HT, whilst helping us maintain good standards with respect
to managing personal information IGDPRI. In 2023 we used Churchsuite to enable sign up to
numerous events and establish a more accurate record of key holders. In 2024 the plan isto utilize
the system to make rotas more efficient.
Julie Edwards
Property Maintenance
In last yearfs annual report we highlighted that Don Payne who had been our Buildings Manager
for 15 years was stepping down from the role. Although we have continued to seek someone or
a small team to take over from Don, initially for a couple of years, this has not been forthcoming.
The buildings still need maintaining and so this has in the meantime been taken up by myself as
part of my Parish Operations & Administrator role.
Work that has been undertaken:
l. Boilers
Servicing and gas safety checks were carried out in January for both the main church
boiler and the one servicing Cr0550ver.
2. Elertrlcal
Including, ongoing replacement of bulbs in the main church requiring the use of a tall
ladder, repair to emergency disc lights in the kitchen, replacement of emergencv
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batteries for emergency spot lights and signs and sorting a fix for the overhead heaters
in the church.
3. Lightning Protectlon Test and Inspection
This was carried out in June.
4. Carpet and Chair Cleaning
The carpets and fabric chairs in Crossover were professionally cleaned. This area has
high footfall and the carpet and chairs will require regular cleaning.
5. Fire Alarm Testing & Extinguisher Inspection
Covering both the main church building and Galpin Hall (extinguishers only).
Whilst all of the above work has been carried out by external contractors. it would be amiss not
to thank Gerald Inglis, who has continued to step forward and contribute his many skills to help
out with a number of jobs throughout the year, some urgent like repairing main door locks and
bolts.
Decoration of the south aisle wall following repairs due to the roof leak is due to be carried out
in 2024 and we will continue to address further matters highlighted in the Quinquennial Report.
We would still like to get more people involved in this ministry. If it Is of Interest, please do speak
to me or George who can explain what is involved.
Julie Edwards
The Galpin Hall - Letting
The main users of Galpin Hall are Deux Chats (Pre- school) and Bethany Prayer House, who
have now extended their use beyond their regular Tuesday evening session.
The Nepali Christian Church Aldershot INCCA} uses the hall on Sundays for their children's
groups and for occasional special events on other days.
Other users include members of HT who hire the space for one-off family events.
Jean Embelton
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Vision for the Future
At a broad level, my vision for this town remains the same: that Christians from HT, along with
other churches, are active and visible out in the town and beyond in every network and hub.
People that love other people and love Jesus and who are intentionally acting and shining out of
that love in ways that people will encounter and notice.
My prayer is for transformation in the name of Jesus throughout the town with people being set
free and restored. This is a vision that involves all Christians. Areas of intentional focus are il
families, ill the most vulnerable iiil our parish. which is essentially the town centre along with
Wellesley and iv) redeveloping our Hall.
My prayer is fortransformation in the
name of Jesus throughout the town
with people being set free and
restored. This is a vision that Involves
all Christians.
With families, we are delighted to welcome Alice back. She is now part-time, so we are exploring
the possibility of taking on another part-time member of staff to a role such as Assistant Children
and Families Minister. We hope and pray that, as we walk with families and children from birth
to age 18 that, in building relationships over time. many will be drawn to Jesus. I still long for
many more times that the baptism pool has whole families in together confessin8 their new faith
and commitment.
As we reach out in the town, we are comin8" across more and more people who are in a very
vulnerable state, many of whom have deep addictions and deep-seated rejection through
abusive and neglectful upbringings. We would love to see the Lord break through and set many
free from their chains and bondage. We continue to be active in the town praying with people,
but we are in the process of starting up our new Brunch Club where many of these folk can come
in for a cooked breakfast on Saturday lunchtimes and where we can come alongside to listen to
their stories, be with and look to pray and minister to and with them with the longin8 that there
will be miraculous deliverance. Please do pray for this and consider whether you could be part of
that team.
Looking to Wellesley, there is a lot of ministry to build on. A couple of the key leaders of the
ministrythere, John and Judith Layzell, have now stepped down but we have a team from HT and
other churches who want to continue the activities. On the basis that we will be able to extend
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the loan on the curate's house, we also trust that Gabrielle will continue the ministry there,
picking up from where Dean will leave off. If you feel called to be part of that, please let us know.
Furthermore. one specific area from our Church Development Plan, is that we want to move
ahead with a full and thorough upgrade of our church hall. It is very eco-unfriendly, as well a5
being a rather basic and drab building. So. the PCC have been working with a newly formed sub-
group under the directives of Geoff Berry and a lot of investigative work has already happened
and we are now getting together plans from architects for how we might make the buildin8 much
more attractive. eco-friendly, as well as upgrading it in terms of its facilities. We have some
restricted funds for this and, if we can get a good BREEAM rating, we will apply for certain grants
as well as fundraising within the church through Gift Day and otherwise. This will help make the
whole site more attractive, give us greater facilities for many of the activities that we run, as well
as bringing blessings to the local community.
On top of all that, l am hoping that we will take steps to deepen the links within our diversity and
become more truly inter-cultural. We are very much open to suggestions on how that can be
achieved further and how things could change if needed.
George Newton
SUMMARY OF ACCOUNTS 2023
Administration
Holy Trinity Church is part of the diocese of Guildford within the Church of England.
The full name of the organisation is The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of
Holy Trinity Aldershot.
The Parochial Church Council IPCCI is a charitable body governed by the Parochial Church
Councils (Powersl Measure 1956 as amended, and the Church Representation Rules (contained
in Schedule 3 to the Synodical Government Measure 1969 as amended).
The PCC of Holy Trinity Aldershot was reglstered with the Charity Commission with effect from
ioth Sept 2009.
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Registered number:
1131569
Address .
Victoria Road. Aldershot, Hants, GUII ISJ
Trustees .
Incumbent..
The Reverend George Newton
The Reverend John Kellagher
The Reverend Jill Gooding (from July 20231
The Reverend Dean Pusey
Tom Chittock (until Apr 20231
Lahiru Fonseka luntil Apr 20231
Michael Howlett (from Apr 20231
Colin MacArthur Ifrom Apr 20231
Chas Savin
Chairman
Associate Minister (NSM)..
Curates..
Wardens..
Treo5urer.'
Secretary..
Lay Choir..
Lay Minister Rep.-
Rachel Welby
Jos Johnston
Jean Embelton
Mike Ashworth Ifrom Apr 2023)
Geoff Berry
Pat Clare
Peter Cogdell
Fay Hampshire
Pete Hawkins
Robyn Jarrett (until Apr 20231
Phil Le Roux
Pav Mehet (until Apr 20231
General Finances
As you look at the pages of accounts you will appreciate all the work of the Treasury Team. We
are very grateful to Chas Savin who kindly continued to oversee the work through 2023 despite
a number of challenges and who has now passed on the mantletoa newteam of Michael Howlett
las named Treasurer) and a widerteam includingjoe Newton and Tim Gooding. Things are up to
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date in terms of Internet banking and in many of the accounting processes whilst we have also
added contactless payment giving opportunities.
We have to submit accounts to the Charity Commission as we are formally a charity in our own
right and PCC members are Trustees. We are all very indebted for all the work each week behind
the scenes, and for 311 the hours that have gone into preparing the figures in this Annual
Statement, which are then submitted for independent examination and then to the Charity
Commission.
Obviously, our finances are very important and without the necessary money there is no way we
ould operate or continue as Holy Trinity. The figures give a very detailed break-down of the
finances; let me give a rough thumbnail sketch for simplicity-
Essentially it costs us over £3,000 per week (yes. 'week' not 'month'll to keep running the
church. Very approximately this is spent in three ways in roughly equal amounts:
The first is the Parish Share which goes to the diocese and covers my stipend Isalaryl and many
diocesan expenses. For 2023 it was nearly £75,000.
Then we have to pay for bills, heating, lighting, insurance etc. which are significantly higher than
our domestic bills land the massive rise in ga5 and electric prices in 2022 have had a major effect
on our out8oings with contrarts at very significantly higher rates than a couple of years ago).
Most of our utilities are now 'green' thanks to Geoff Berry, as is most of our lighting. Part of this
expenditure are the ongoing repairs to the building which frequently produces leaks, loses tiles
from the roof lor boilers explode), and different parts of which also require pointing and
redecorating. Any high-level work requires scaffolding, which is expensive. A few years ago, we
had a quote from our new architett for a shuddering £175,000 for work to the roofsl We hope
that won't be necessary and our quinquennial suggests that isn't imminent but there are action
points to be done soon on the buildings and we have recently discovered we are on the 'At Risk,
re8iSter of English Heritage.
The third area is spending money on what we are actually about as a church,. namely mission,
and this includes paying staff salarie5 and expenses. This covers Julie, Alice land, in her maternity
absence in 2023, Pauline and Ben as well as paying her maternity pay) and also Nigel IACCI and
Caroline although they have so far been funded externally.
Outgoin85 were up but only as budgeted. Thankfully we are still solvent and although we
expected a deficit for 2023. we actually broke about even which demonstrates the amazing
generosity of so many at HT. Our reserves are important and need somehow to be maintained
against the ever-present likelihood of continued high utility bills. the end of the temporary small
government grants and our 140-year-old building requiring even more external repair. Our policv
has always been to have a reasonable sum on deposit, but this has been less possible over some
recent years.
We choose to give away a tithe IIO%I of all our income to God's.work further afield, which we
believe is biblical and important, and we give several special offerings on top of this. We are
grateful for the Outward Giving Sub Committee IOG5CI for their work in organising this part of
our giving ministry and arranging the promotion of the organisations we support in the
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church. Yet we could still spend so much more to continue to make our buildings more user-
friendly, attractive, practical, and visible land we have significant plans to thoroughly upgrade our
Hall with new roof. exterior cladding and much morel and. of course, on our outreach, worship
and nurture. We are also trying to put money aside in a designated fund for the major Hall
renovation.
Practically all our income comes from individual giving (with a little bit from car parking but we
make no profit from hall rentals), so I want both to thank everyone who gives generously and
sacrificially and encourage each of you to renew and consider prayerfully your ongoin8 financial
support. l am aware that around half of our membership give in a planned and regular way,
working their stewardship with the treasury team Ithus by standing order or using the Friends of
Trinity envelopes) and I'm sure others use the collection plate at the back. I would a150 like to
encourage you to consider giving to our Church through the Parish Glvlng Scheme. Put simply
our
ivin
will still come to our Church but the Diocese will
rocess the
ivin
which
Includes collectin
ift aid. This will save time and resources for our Church in reducin
our
administrative burden.
In terms of giving, any taxpayer not giving already by Gift Aid, or those who would like help in
forming a Will or making Legacies, or information about the Friends of Trinity giving scheme are
encouraged to ask the Treasury team for advice.
May God continue to bless and reward you richly.
George Newton
On behalf of the PCC.
Treasurer's Report
2023 was a good year for the church financially and. just as in previous years, was testament to
the generosity of our members. Thi5 was particularly so in October when our annual Gift Day
brought in just over £38,000, making it our best in five years. In terms of income there was also
a much higher interest return on our CCLA Church of England Deposit fund with the interest rate
having soared at the end of last year.
Our Children's & Families, Minister Alice took maternity leave between March and December
and during this period her duties were covered by three part-time staff on fixed-term Coiltracts
as well as by general volunteers. Fortunately, the Statutory Maternity Pay we were able to
recover and the generous time given by volunteers enabled us to employ sufficient backfill
without the charity incurring any additional cost.
There was significant progress on the long-term redevelopment of Galpin Hall this year with
total spend of just over £7,000 on surveys and architectural plans which helped to provide a
vision of the finished product. The project is currently being funded by a restricted fund which
the church has held for some years now but there will of course be the necessity to engage in
further fundraisin8 in the near future as we move into the later stages of the projett.
The rising cost of living once again meant that our spend on utilities was significantly higher than
in previous years although this was mitigated slightly by a grant from the council and thanks to
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our resident energy expert Geoff Berry we were able to secure some competitive tariffs for gas
and electricity.
All in all the bottom-line fi8ures show a surplus of just under £14,000 in the General fund £2,500
across total restricted and unrestricted funds. This is very encouraging given the losses that had
been incurred in the past couple of years and as always we are very grateful to our many
generous donors who have made this possible..
Continuing Operations
None of the Charity's activities were acquired or discontinued during the last two financial
years.
Total Recognised Gains and Losses
The Trust has no recognised gains or losses other than the movement in funds specified in this
report for the last two financial years.
Chas Savin
A full set of accounts is available upon request.
Please contact Julie Edwards, Parish Operations & Administration on julie.htca
mail.com
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HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDEEI 31 DECEMBER 2023
Notes
Unrestrlcted Restricted
Fund8
Fund$
Total
2023
Total
2022
INCOME
INCOME FROM GENERATED FUNDS
Donations & Lega¢ies
Other trading activities
Investment income
2a
2b
2¢
151.006
27.333
9,659
9,751
160,757
27,333
9,659
166,471
25.949
2,887
INCOME FROM CHARITABLE
ACTIVITIES
Church activities
2d
1.942
1,942
2,029
OTHER INCOME
TOTAL INCOME
2e
4,765
194,706
5,352
15,102
10,117
209,808
14,386
211,722
EXPENDITURE
COST OF GENERATING FUNDS
Cost of generating voluntary income
Fundraising ¢osl$
3b
3c
5,956
5,956
5.772
CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES. COSTS OF GOODS SOLD & OTHER COSTS
Costs of church activities
3a
174,617
26.312
200,929
221.016
GOVERNANCE COSTS
TOTAL EXPENDITURE
3d
390
180.963
390
207,275
390
227,178
26.312
Net income before other recognisgd
gains & transfers
Other recognised gains..
13,743
111,2101
2.533
115,4561
Net income before transfers
Transfers
Net Movement in funds for the year
13.743
111.210)
2,533
115,456)
13.743
(11.210)
2,533
115.456}
Total funds brought forward
221,181
90,299
311,480
326,936
Total funds carried forward
14
234,924
79,089
314,013
311,480
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HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2023
Notes
Unrestricted Restricted
Funds
Funds
Total 2023
Total 2022
FIXED ASSETS
Tangible assets
TOTAL FIXED ASSETS
432,322
432,322
432,322
432,322
434.070
434,070
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors
Short term bank dep0511
Pre-paid debit cards
Cash at bank & in hand
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS
29,262
120,351
3,262
38,240
191,114
694
79.486
29,956
199,837
3,262
38,240
271,294
18,847
232,879
84
19,265
271,076
80,180
CURRENT LIABILTIES
Creditors." amounts falling due
within one year
1388,512)
11,0911
{389,6031
1393,666}
NET CURRENT ASSETS
197.3981
79,089
{118,3091
1122,590
Total assets less current
liabllities
234.924
79.089
314.013
311,480
TOTAL NET ASSETS
234,924
79,089
314,013
311,480
PARISH FUNDS
Reslricled funds
General lund
Designated funds
TOTAL CHARITY FUNDS
14
79,089
79,089
122,109
112,815
314,013
90,299
108,366
112,815
311,480
122.109
112,815
234,924
14
79,089
Approved by the Parochial Church Council on 18th March 2024 and signed on its behalf by-
The Reverend G.P.H Newton (Chairman)
C.R.M. Savin ITreasLirer)
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HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
ALDERSHOT
CASH FLOW STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
Total 2023
Total 2022
Cash generated from operatlng activites (not¢ 141
120.549)
115.4461
Cash flow$ fTom investing activities
Interest income
Proceeds fiom sale of freehold propety
Purchase of tangible fixed 8sset5
Cash used In Investing actlvites
9,659
2,887
9,659
2,887
Cash flows from financing activites
Receipt of borrowings
Repayment of borrowings
Cash provided by financing activltes
Increase {de¢reasel In Cash & equivalents in the
year
110,890)
112,5591
Total cash & cash equivalents at the bgginning of the year
252,228
264,787
Total cash & cash equlvalents at the end of the year
241,338
252,228
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Holy
rinity
Aldershot
Holy Trinity Church, Victoria Road, Aldershot, Hampshire, GU111 SJ
Telephone.. 01252 333499
www.htca.org.uk
The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of Holy Trlnity Aldershot
is a registered charity. Number 1131569
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