Sandal Magna Annual Activities Report.
Home, Hope, Hands
2024
Table of Contents
Vicar's Report
St Paul's, Walton
Fabric
Electoral Roll
Churchyard
Eco Church
In Silence
St Helen's Women's Fellowship
St Paul's with St Helen's Mother's Union
Choir and Organist
Bellringers
Music at St Helen's 11am service
Parochial Church Council
Safeguarding
Wakefield Deanery Synod
Children's Ministry
Every Good Work Youth Project
Every Good Work Youth Project Photos
Shield
Christians Against Poverty
Portobello Community Forum
Make Lunch
The Spring
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Vicar's Report by Revd. Hannah Smith
We began 2024 speaking of three words- home,
hope and hands:
- God is our home and we welcome others to him.
God is our hope in a world that desperately needs
to see hope.
We are God's hands and feet, showing his love in
our world.
1 see us growing into these words as a parish as we
continue to seek God's kingdom together- by
paying attention to what God is doing around us
and among us- and by getting involved.
This year has been a busy one in the life of the Parish. January saw Phil Asquith join our
Staff team, working for the Every Good Work project, serving with the Cross Project in
local schools and starting Hot Chocolate and Game Changers youth groups at Portobello
and in the Spring.
The Spring Team and Directors gathered early this year to talk about the vision and future
of the Spring and conversations began on how we might make the front of the building
more welcoming- a work still in progressl
We ran an Alpha course in the Spring in early 2024 where we saw around 30 people
gather to explore faith more deeply which was wonderful.
We have continued to work c105ely with our Church School Sandal Castle, enabling them
to launch their new vision by hosting PopUK in school and in church. PopUK are a
Christian music charity who taught all the children some excellent songs, some of which
you will have heard as part of our 11am services at St. Helen's and that we use in
Collective Worship in school. Our Parish also gave every year 6 child in Sandal Castle and
Walton Primary an It's Your Move booklet, which gives resources helping children move
from year 6 into secondary school in year 7. Phil had the opportunity to run sessions in
both schools speaking about how our faith can help us in that journey.
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Vicar's Report by Revd. Hannah Smith continued
We welcomed Lizzy Brothwood as our curate as she was ordained in June 2024 and we
had a lovely party to welcome her with a wonderful cake made by Linda (which l almost
dropped!). It's great having Lizzy in the parish and we look forward to her 'priesting' in
June 2025.
We have continued to love the community of Portobello as Sarah and Laura and
wonderful volunteers run Make Lunch each school holiday, feeding families who may be
struggling and also running an excellent weekly Toddler Group. November saw a
wonderful Light Night Party at the Portobello Community Centre which was full to
bursting and full of life and energy.
This year saw our first Volunteers Supper at the Spring - thanking key volunteers who
lead areas of church life and give so much time and energy to make things run.
There have also been some sadnesses this year as we have lost a few key members of
our congregations- with the funerals of Judith Parkin,1sabelle North, Trevor Parkin and
Brian Maw, among others.
We also said a sad farewell to the lovely Orr family as they moved to Scotland later in the
year. Ecumenically we said goodbye to Rob Cotton, our local Methodist Minister and
welcome Julian Pursehouse who is now serving the local circuit.
Financially, it has been a challenging year, with energy prices continuing to rise and we
are very aware of the costs of heating all our spaces, but we have been touched by the
generosity of all those who give regularly- thank you so much.
During 2024 we had a preaching series on the Five Marks of Mission and we thought
about the various ways that we see the kingdom of God growing in our world - including
people following Jesus, becoming disciples, being baptized, and also serving the poor,
standing up for justice and looking after our planet.
Therefore, it's been great to remember how many of those we already do in our parish
and it is encouraging this year to see our eco-group start meeting and looking towards
how we as a parish take part in the stewardship of God's creation.
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Vicar's Report by Revd. Hannah Smith continued
Our year ended with a fantastic Christmas- we welcomed lots of people from around
the parish and community to our special service5- including a bumper Christingle at
St. Helen's where there wasn't a free seat in the house. We also introduced Carols
and Cake at the Spring which felt like the start of somethin8...1
l arn so grateful to be the Vicar of this parish and for every person who thinks of St.
Paul's, St. Helen's, the Spring or PCF as their home. My prayer is that we will all grow
in hope as we move forwards and that we will each
find the ways in which we are called to serve God
together in this place.
With love and prayers,
Hannah
Report from St Paul's Walton
Another year has passed in the life of St Paul's and
as we continue to serve our Lord, each other, and
the community, I feel that there is a very strong
spirit of teamwork. Very many members of the
congregation and faithful friends contribute in so
many ways to the life of the church, so the work of
the Holy Spirit can be seen in the community and in the village.
Special mentions to the gardening team, Andy {Mr Fixit) Owen who keeps the church
clean and beautiful, those who serve refreshments after services, welcomers, readers,
intercessors, service leaders, preachers and those who lead us in beautiful music. We
do miss our musician Ali, but a few of us have now mastered the iPad, so with Andy's
help we don't sing unaccompanied! We are able to continue to have two communion
services each month, thanks to Hannah and Bishop Tom.
A major highlight of the year was when we welcomed our new curate Lizzy Brothwood
to the parish, with a joint service at St Paul's, and then enjoyed lots of food and
fellowship. We also hosted two village choir events, school Christmas services, as well
as a Christingle service. We continue our strong links with Walton Methodists, with
shared services at Harvest and Remembrance. The Barnabas room continues to be
well used both for regular church and community events, and private meetings and
occasional partie5. God continues His work in Walton !
Margaret Walker
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Fabric Report
Annual Report: Stewardshlp of Church Bulldlngs and Land
Heartfelt thanks are extended to everyone who has dedicated their time and financial
5UPPOrt to managing our church properties over the past year. Your commitment is
fundamental to our mission and deeply appreciated.
A major focus for our wider church community is addressing the Church of England's
call, issued by the General Synod in February 2020, to achieve Net Zero carbon
emissions by 2030. Meeting this target for our extensive estate requires developing a
long-term plan to move away from fossil fuels towards sustsinable energy sources.
Successfully implementing this transition will demand significant fundraising efforts
and administrative support in the coming years to navigate planning processes and
meet faculty requirements. We warmly invite anyone with relevant skills, ideas for this
Net Zero initiative, or suggestions for enhancing our buildings for ministry, to connect
with any Strategic Building Support (SBS) team members: myself, Dom, Mark, and
Andy. Your input is valued.
Special recognition goe5 to Abby for her leadership in
advancing our participation in the Eco Church awards
program. Through the dedicated efforts of the Eco Church
team - comprising Margaret, Cathy, Graham, Jackie,
Sarah, Mark, Barbara, and myself - St Helens has
successfully achieved the Bronze Award this past year.
We are incredibly proud of this accomplishment and
remain committed to this important initiative, with the
aspiration of ultimately achieving the Gold award standard
across all our church buildings.
A ROCHA
BRONZE
AWARD
WINNER
2024
Eco•cHURCH
This year also marked the formation of the St Helens Solar Team, comprising Andrea,
Sarah, Neale, and Julian. We look forward to sharing further details about this
promising initiative and its potential benefits for all our buildings in the future.
The Architect (Alexa) conducted the quinquennial surveys of our Churches, Separately,
Scopus Asbestos Compliance performed the asbestos surveys covering all our
buildings.
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Fabric Report continued
The Sprlng:
The Spring continues to thrive and Serve as a vital resource for the local community,
thanks to the wonderful efforts of our staff and volunteers.
We are actively pursuing our strategic vision to enhance The Spring, making it an
even more welcoming, functional, and hospitable space. Thanks to Matt's efforts, we
are currently engaged with a company that will assist us in achieving this vision on
favourable terms.
Key updates..
Superb new roofs have been expertly installed by Simon and Richard.
The lighting in the main hall has been upgraded.
• Fibre broadband is now installed.
St Helen's:
Key updates include..
An eco survey was commissioned by the diocese
which will help us to obtain grants.
Fibre broadband is now installed.
We have obtained much better rates for the
supply of Electricity and Gas.
Following storm dama8e where a large tree lost a
major branch, natural light at the back of the
church has improved. A process is now in place for
the ongoing safe management of our trees.
Essential roof repairs have been expertly
completed by Richard Shackleton - our sincere
thanks for his ongoing work.
The wall in the office has been expertly
replastered by Paul.
The green shed, which supports our gardening volunteers and replaces storage
space previously available in the Vicarage garage, is now fully operational.
Repair work on the stained-glass window has commenced.
l encourage you to view the restored dry-stone wall adjacent to Sandal Hall Mews.
Julian has lovingly repaired the wall to an exceptional standard, and we extend our
sincere thanks to him for his meticulous work.
The Video cameras are being restored - thanks to Phil.
Outstanding Item: Further sound system enhancements are still required.
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Fabric Report continued
St Paul's:
Recognition and thanks go to Andy Owen
for his invaluable support at St Pauls
throughout the year.
The building currently exhibits signs of
wear and requires considerable general
maintenance.
Future planned works include some
window replacements, soffit repairs, and
necessary electrical upgrades.
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The work of maintaining our extensive estate
is continuous. Deep gratitude is extended to everyone who contributed this past
year. Special thanks are due to our skilled tradespeople and partners: Simon Ives
(Roofing), Ant and lan (Plumbing), Will and Dave (Heating Engineers), Unique
Electrical {Electricians) and Paul Glynn (Plasterer). Above all, a profound thank you
goes to the countless dedicated volunteers whose efforts underpin the ministry of
our church and make so much possible.
Looking ahead, we continue to need 5UPPOrt. If you know of individuals, either
professionals or volunteers, who might possess relevant skills and be willing to assist
with future property management needs, please do share their contact details with
me (with their permission, of course). Your ongoing support and contributions are
invaluable.
Craig Orr (Churchwarden)
Electoral Roll Report
At the date of the Annual Parochial Church Meeting in 2025, there were 164 names
on the electoral roll.
Ruth Mccallum, Elertoral Roll Officer
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Churchyard Report
The team of Allan Crossman, Nigel Brook, Mark Buckley, Julian Finn, Julian Gill,
Gill Heap, John Hepworth, Alex Hull, Helen Lawrence and (when fit) Les Wilson,
have been joined by Yvonne Ray and Eddy Brook who has joined us during his gap
Year before going to university. They have continued to attend on a Wednesday
morning.
As usual the team chose a "Christmas Tree" from Woolley Edge Christmas Tree
Farm and dressed it in Advent.
The team undertook the regular work, including cutting back the various hedges,
as well as removal of fallen branches and leaves and clearing up after storm
damage to the beech tree at the back of the church, as well. as looking after The
Tree of Life, 16 War Graves and the Pilkington fenced area. Julian Finn has
repaired a part of the wall to Sandal Hall Mews that had collapsed. As a result,
the Churchyard now looks tidy.
Many thanks to those parishioners
who have commented positively on
our work, it is much appreciated. We
were able to purchase and get
installed a prefabricated storage
shed placed in the area to the rear of
the church near the cellar so we can
have easier access to the heavy
mowing machines previously stored
in the rear of the vicarage.
The snowdrops and daffodils have
been glorious again this year. The
primulas are now in flower and we
await the flowering of the bluebells.
Julian Gill and the team.
The Pilkington Plot
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Eco-church
As some of you may be aware, Margaret Walker and myself formed an 'Eco Church,
group back in October last year. This is a movement set up by charity 'A Rocha, to help
churches think proactively about how we can better care for God's earth and
encourage others to do the same.
Churches are invited to fill out a survey of five areas - Worship, Lifestyle, Buildings,
Land and Community Engagement. Each section contains questions exploring how
environmentally friendly our buildings and pastoral practices are, and what steps we
are taking to encourage each other and our local community to improve.
Based on our answers we are then awarded a Bronze, Silver or Gold, which we can use
to raise awareness of the importance of protecting our world, and also may give us the
opportunity to apply for funding or resources to help us improve our church's
environmental impact even more in the future.
Thanks to the hard work of our group we have now earned a Bronze for St Helen's, and
next we plan to fill out an application for St Paul's. Ultimately we hope to survey each
of our church buildings in turn, including the Spring Cafe, and once we have done this
we can start to See what the next Steps are for Silver or Gold.
Regardless of what awards we may or may not achieve, the survey provides us with a
framework to reflect. We believe that God asks us to be stewards of His creation,
preserving it for the future and also caring for all His living things.
l am excited for how we can better use our land and buildings
out to our local community and collaborate to care for
Earth. Practical examples of this include providing
spaces for wildlife to flourish, encouraging
sustainable eating practices, investing our money
in green businesses and mending, repairing and
swapping our clothes and possessions.
to reach
our
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A ROCHA
BRONZE
AWARD
WINNER
2025
Eco*cHURCH
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Eco Church continued
I would like to share with you these Before and After shots of a Gold Eco Church - St
John's Methodists in Settle. They transformed
their car park into a thriving community
garden. If you would like any more
information or have any questions please feel
free to
send
mean
email
at
abb stanle
mail.com.
You can a150 read more about Eco Church at
htt
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Abby Stanley-jones
In silence, Contemplative Prayer Report
Our group continues to meet every month - except August- in St. Paul's Walton.
There are approximately 8 regular pray-ers. Any
one is welcome to come even if it is impossible to
commit regularly. There is no pressure to pray out
loud - in fact the whole purpose is to be silent
before God & listen to what He is saying to you
through the word being contemplated on the day
& often it is after the day when you hear Him.
Very often it is just lovely to rest & relax in the
silence & be aware of God's presence. He enjoys
YOUR company & in the company of a close loving
friend or Father no words are necessary.
Come & See Jn I v 39. In silence, rest & trust is
your strength & salvation. Is 30 v 15
We aim to meet & stsrt promptly at 2pm so that the silence is not broken by late
comers. The session finishes at 3pm followed by tea/coffee, cake if possible & chat.
Sue Davies
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St. Helen's Women's Fellowship
This small, and informal group continue to meet on the first Monday
of the month (loam to 12.00 midday) in the Emmaus Rooms at the rear of the church
for Fellowship & Fun, often with a Speaker and always with time for a chat and catch up
with friends over a cuppa & cakel
We have now been up & running for over 75 years, starting in 1949 as 'Sandal Young
Members, (a junior branch of the Mothers Union)
Topics discussed in the 1950's & 1960's had a
similar tone to the issues we have today and
sadly we don't seem to have progressed with
solving the problems of poverty or hardships
of any sort since. But now our speakers are
using a variety technical aids (like Power
Point) to aid their presentations, whereas in
1952 meetings were illustrated with lantern
slidesl How many of you remember thesePI
We have enjoyed a variety of speakers at our
meetings, including learning (on the 1st
Anniversary of the Coronation of King Charles
& Queen Camilla) about all the Kings called
Charle5 who came before our current
monarch (as well as our present King) from
one of our members, Val Williamson.
This last
year, our main fundraising efforts were for the
Children's Air Ambulance in addition to also making
smaller donations to a few smaller & more local
charities.
We continue to try & support our church flower
arrangers in creating a small display in the church
entrance at Harvest time, (the produce then being
distributed within our Parish & community), help
with the Christmas church decorations & with the
Mothering Sunday daffodil posies.
So, don't sit at home alone, If you are not sure if
this is the right group for you or not, why not come
along and see for yourself? You'll be sure of a warm
welcome and we'd be very happy to see you.
Gill Heap
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St Paul's with St Helen's Sandal Magna
Mother's Union Report
The branch meetings are held on the 3rd Monday of the month at 7:30pm, in the
Barnabas rooms at St. Pauls, Walton. Currently there are 13 members in our branch,
though many are unable to attend the meetings for
health reasons. In addition to branch meetings our
branch was also represented at various Episcopal Area
and Diocesan events.
2024
15th Aprll Feedback and business.
24th May Annual meal at the White Horse Pub.
15th July Game around Women in the Bible.
19th August Beetle Drive raising money for the
Summer of Hope Appeal.
16th September Barbara Butler speaker about her
experience in Kenya.
18th November Game around Men in the Bible.
9th December Christmas celebration and worship.
2025
15th January Wave of prayer. Members did this at home as many had commitments
preventing attendance.
20th January Branch AGM.
17th February Discussion about the future of the Branch. Mary Marshall MU
development leader spoke to us about our options.
7th March Meal at White Horse.
29th March Preparation of Flowers for Mothering Sunday.
17th March Sadly, numbers attending meetings have dropped to single numbers. With
great regret it was decided that we could not function any longer. Therefore, a decision
was made to start the process to close the Branch. Most of our members opted to
become Diocesan members, some have decided to end their membership and one will
move to another branch. The process of closure will take 6 months.
In addition to our monthly meeting some of our members attend the Cathedral for
midday prayers on the first Friday of each month, taking our turn in leading the prayers.
Midday prayers are sent out by email or by printed sheet to branch members enabling
each one of us to take part daily.
Pat Schofield is the Diocesan Area members rep and Teddy Foster was the MU
Enterprises Rep for the Wakefield Episcopal area, but retired from the role in December.
Throughout the year our faithful members have given their time and monetsry
donations to support our charitable work in the Branch, UK and Northern Ireland,
Overseas, for AFIA, Summer of hope appeal, Hospital Toiletry bags, and lots of knitting
and other goods distributed according to local need.
Catherine Tweedle
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Choir and Organist Report
St. Helen's Church Choir
The Choir at the Traditional Carol Service held on Sunday 15th December 2024, with
the Vicar the Rev'd. Hannah Smith and the Curate, the Rev'd. Lizzy Brothwood.
It is a privilege for the members of the choir to lead the congregation in worship, for
Morning Prayer, the Service of Holy Communion and on Special Occasions.
We continue to increase the range of Introits sung at the beginning of each service
and balance the choice of new hymns and new words to well-known tunes, along
with old favourites from the Ancient and Modern hymn book.
Hymns are chosen to reflect the theme of the Service, the season of the church year
or the readings. Having said that, we always welcome suggestions from members of
the congregation which they feel would enhance the service. (Or putting it another
way- their favourite hymns, but we cannot sing 'Onward Christian Soldiers, every
Sundayl)
In passing, we are always looking for new members for the choir. The ability to read
music is desirable, particularly for those singing alto, tenor or the bass parts. Choir
practices are held on Thursdays before the second and fourth Sundays of each
month. Please contact me if you are interested.
Finally, on both your and my behalf, I record thanks to the faithful members of our
choir. We are all encouraged by your commitment.
John Arnold Organist
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Bellringers Report
How many of our congregation (or community) know about the ringing of o&r church
bells, the skill and art of 'change ringing'P
'Change ringing, is a technique that involves ringing a set of tuned bells in a precise
sequence - that sequence of bell strikes is called a 'change'. The origins of this are
thought to lie in the late sixteenth century when church bells began to be hung with a
full wheel, giving ringers control of their bell, allowing sets of be115 to be rung in a
continuously changing pattern and so creating a form of 'bell music, and a series of
mathematical sequences. You just need to be able to countl (concentrate and keep
countingl)
Bell ringing is a team activity, stimulating the brain and helps to keep you fit- not only
in the technique and physical action required of pulling the ropes to control your bell
but also in climbing the 42 steps up the towerl Here at St. Helen's, our largest (and
heaviest) bell (tenor) weighs in at 13cwt and the smallest (and lightest) bell (treble)
weighs just 5cwt 2qtrs 221b (That's 660kg- tenor bell, down to 289.4kg- treble bell)
Our team of ringers do our best to make a joyous sound 'calling' you to services held
at St. Helen's Church, for weddings or to celebrate special occasions. It takes time and
commitment to learn any skill, but we would love to hear from you and we need your
help to keep this traditional craft alive. Age is no barrier (almostl). Our team ages range
from 9 to 86 yearsl
Can you spare your
Wednesday evening for
practice night and
Sunday mornings for
service ringing and so
contribute to the service
of your church and
community?
Gill Heap
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Report on Music at the 11am Service
The 11am worship is an ever changing and evolving service with a range of musicians
bringing their gifts to lead our worship. A real highlight of this ministry was Christmas,
and particularly the contemporary Carols by Candlelight service. Many of our 11am
musicians played at that service, forming a larger than normal music group (giving us
an answer to the question 'how many musicians can you fit in the chancel?,) and
developing our own arrangements of some well-known carols.
We are blessed to have so many very talented worship group members who give their
time so generously to lead us in worship. Many thanks to the following excellent
people for their help and input to thi5 group: Hannah Smith, Abby Stanley-jones, Andy
and Rachel Chapman, Andy Owen, Dom Tuck, Jonathan and Solomon Woodcock, Joss
Thorndike, Linda Asquith, Luke Seymour, Mark Taylor-Thomas, and Nat Jackson. On top
of this, we're looking forward to being joined in the coming months by some young
people who want to sin8 and play with us at the front. some already dol
We have also introduced a new software for our service. This software, called Proclaim,
is a presentation software specifically designed for worship which is making the job of
putting the service together a lot simpler and quicker, as well as looking great on the
projector screens.
Looking towards the future, while we are lucky to have some good equipment, such as
the piano, bass amp and mixing desk, but the main PA system is overdue for an
overhaul. We're currently in the process of exploring what PA system will serve us well
in the coming years. We are also looking at recording sermons and making them
available on our website and offering streaming and recording services for funerals.
Another area we are exploring is how to improve our visual resources during the 11am
service, and one option being
explored is replacing the projectors
with TV screens rather than
projection screens. The TV screens
would be brighter, a little bit larger
viewing area and look neater. As
with all things, budget is always a
concern, so these are very much
long-term plans and will take much
work, prayer and consideration.
Phil Asquith
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council (PCC) Report "A>
A Parochial Church Council (PCC) is the
executive committee of a Church of
England parish and consists of clergy and
churchwardens of the parish, together
with representatives of the laity. It is
responsible for the financial affairs of the
church parish and the maintenance of its
assets, such as churches and church halls.
It also assists the clergy in the
management of church affairs in the
parish, promoting the mission of the
church. Your PCC has been diligent
throughout the year in fulfilling this role.
Your PCC met on six occasions during the
year 2024. The APCM was held on 22nd
May 2024. All meetings began prayerfully
with a biblical reflection and concluded
with the saying of The Grace. Reverend
Hannah managed and chaired each meeting leading the PCC to consider issues related
to the mission and management of the Church. This year we had a particularly strong
focus on safeguarding both ensuring we are compliant but also rigorous in our
approach to this important area of Church life. The treasurer led us in considering the
budget and proposed financial decisions for the church.
There are 19 members of your PCC who work hard to grapple with documentation,
and legislation to ensure the business of the Church is safe and efficient. Individuals
take responsibility for the roles of: Treasurer, Health and Safety, Maintenance of the
Building, Safeguarding, Secretary. Roles and action groups are appointed as the need
arises. Groups eg to explore eco Church, to improve and develop Health and Safety
measures etc.
Members of the PCC liaise with the Diocese, the Deanery Synod, Planning Department
of the council, the Historical Buildings dept, the Jaguar Garage, the council department
for preservation of trees, Health and Safety inspectors, Sandal Castle School, Human
Resources and many more.....
We are thankful to all who serve on the PCC bringing their wider experience and their
spiritual wisdom to each meeting and to each area of the work of the PCC.
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council (PCC) Report t*
The PCC received reports from:
Financial team (Budget, Gifts, grants, donations, Payaz and Gift Aid), Mike Keeton
-Deanery Synod representative; policies including safeguarding, health and safety
and financial controls,. updates on works on the Tree of Life. Christmas services; Links
with Sandal Castle School; Appointment of: Rev Lizzy our Curate, Natalie Jackson as
children's worker; all things connected with the church buildings repairs and
improvements; Services held together with the school in church; Staffing needs;
Taylor & Scholey Charitable Trust - linked to Sandal Castle School; update on youth
and children's ministries.- This offers a brief summary of the reports received
throughout the year.
The PCC authorlsed /approved:
• The audited annual accounts for 2024
The Budget for 2024
Updating of financial controls to current monetary values
Fees update
That the Parish Giving Scheme should be offered to Parishioners
Decisions relating to repair and improvements to the building(s) and grounds
Health and Safety improvements to buildings and grounds
Health & Safety Policies
• Mission giving to: The Cross Project, Mara, CMS and a one-off donation to Aviation
Mission Fellowship
Staffing decisions
• Appointment of new Church
school governors
Marie and Alex to continue for a
further 3 years on the board for
the Taylor & Scholey Charity
The purchase of a book gifted to
each leaver at Sandal Castle
School
Authorising attendees for the
Lay Worship Leader Course
Pausing of Café Church
Your PCC works hard to serve the church & be responsible overseers of the parish
finances and welcomes your prayers for decisions made on your behalf.
May God be with you in all your activities and give you His blessings
Lynne Finn PCCSecretary
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Safeguarding Report
The care and protection of everyone involved in our Church activities is the
responsibility of the whole Church. Everyone who participates in the life of our
Church has a role to play in promoting a Safer Church for all.
During the past year we have continued to develop our safeguarding processes.
Currently we are working through the Diocesan SafegLJarding Dashboard which
allows us to monitor our safeguarding procedures and ensure that we, as a parish,
are compliant with Diocesan requirements. Our parish process continues to ensure
that each ministry has an identified lead with responsibility for that area of work,
this allows for greater transparency, communication and clarity of purpose.
Ministry leads continue to support me in helping all workers, both paid and
voluntary to complete a signed volunteer agreement and personal declaration and
where necessary have a DBS check. Thank you, your support is important and really
appreciated.
Last November we had our now annual Safeguarding Sunday. This gave us the
opportunity to talk about what safeguarding means and how we can all work
towards having a safe, caring and inclusive parish where everyone can feel valued.
We have some exciting developments in our Safeguarding training programme. We
will continue to offer group safeguarding training through the Diocesan training
portal to various ministries within the parish. Those that are happy to complete the
training independently will of course have access to the training portal. I can give
further information and a link to the training portal and how to use it, just get in
touch on my parish email address safeguarding@5andalmagna.com
Safer recruitment is also an area which we will be reviewing and developing
appropriate training opportunities.
We are working well with our Sunday School and Laura has successfully recruited a
number of new volunteers.
During the coming year we will continue to work
through each of our parish ministries to ensure
all workers and volunteers are compliant with
Diocesan requirements. With the support of
Hannah and ministry leads, I will continue to
offer support and training, and develop
procedures and protocols that help to keep our
parish safe and well.
Gerard Kiely-jones
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Wakefield Deanery Synod Report
Thi5 report summarises the three meetings held in 2024. A fuller account of the
individual meetings can be found in the Parish Newsletters.
Meeting 2112124. Treacy Hall (Cathedral).
The speaker was David Greenwood-Haigh on 'Fairtrade'. Fairtrade purchasing gives
small producers of tropical food products Sustainable prices. The Diocese encourages
parishe5 to use fairtrade products. The next item by Revd David Gerrard, was on the
General Synod's policy 'Living in Love and Faith, and its authorisation, within limits, of
church blessings of couples, as individuals, in same-sex civil
marriages.
Meeting 416124. St.George's, Lupset.
The first speaker was Mr Geoff Park, Diocesan Chief
Financial Officer. The Diocese is in deficit. Parish Share
contributions need to increase by 3% year on year to
maintain ministry. However the Diocese is aware of
financial pressures on parishes. The second speaker
was Ms Janet Edmund Diocesan Chief Stewardship
Officer. She explained a national church scheme called
'The Parish Giving Scheme., This entails parishioners
pledging monthly amounts by Direct Debit which are
processed centrally on a computer system, saving parishes the
admin work of collection and 'Gift-Aid' applications. Parishioners
may also pledge to automatically increase their contributions in accordance with the
'cost of living index,. The scheme has been in place since 2019.
Meeting 12111124. St. Catherlne's, Belle Vue.
The speaker was the Venerable Catherine Thatcher the 'new' Archdeacon of Pontefrart.
She was trying to get to know the parishes in her three Deaneries. She gave a 'run
down, of her background and career to date. She was concerned as to how the Church
could 'reach' the next generation (say) in the new housing developments she saw in
the Wakefield area. She opened that question to the meeting and much discussion
ensued.
Mike Keeton (Deanery Synod Representativefor Sandal Magna)
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Children's Ministry Report
I'm thrilled to see our children's ministry has flourished in 2024. Our wonderful team
have created a safe, nurturing environment where the children can express and be
open about their own faith in Jesus. Our mission has been to encourage the children
to "wonder" and express their own thoughts and feelings f05tering a spiritual growth
through prayer, worship and biblical teachings.
Throughout the year, we offered various age-appropriate programmes including:
Sunday 11am Kid's Church, All Together services, Baby and Toddlers on a Wednesday
at Portobello Community Centre. A150 events such as Portobello Christmas and Light
Party where children from church, school and surrounding areas have been involved
in faith based activities.
Our dedicated team of volunteers has been the foundation of our success in engaging
with young children with planning themes, discussion time, making sure they're
involved fully in the church environment, encouraging self confidence in worship and
simply showing the children how important and welcome they are.
In 2024 we have also focused on Admissions to Communion which has had a positive
input from the families. They have felt appreciated that they can be involved in
communion as a family and also expressed that it has helped the children understand
the meaning of communion during services and
session5.
As we look ahead, we aim to continue to grow
children's church and expand our outreach to
include more children and families in the
community. We look forward to another year
of serving our youngest church members and
helping
them
grow in
their
faith.
Laura
Truter
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Every Good Work Youth Project Report
It has been a year. Well, I mean, obviously, this is an 'annual report,. It's a yearly thing-
the clue 15 in the name. But, it has been a yearl ! ! Every Good Work is moving forward
with St Helen's and St Catherine'5 and doing Good Work. Between these two churches
we have 3 youth groups operating, one worshipping community starting after the Easter
holidays, three in-school clubs running and loads more planned for the future. Sadly,
due to the lack of a youth worker at St George's church and limitations of time, things
have temporarily paused there, but the advert is out and so we are hopeful we will
appoint someone in the very near future.
We have recently completed our first Acorn Course, on which 8 young people from the
Eastmoor area came and learned about social action and what Christians do in the
world, as well as Jesus and why he is important. They are now moving on to form a
worshipping community that will also engage in social action and this will be in the area
that they choose. They appear to have a passion for feeding people who need help, and
after spending time with refugees at a monthly meal, an evening at the Community
Awareness Project, a food bank and Christians Against Poverty it is easy to see why they
know that this is important.
We also had a fantastic weekend at Bolton Abbey where these young people
experienced a bit longer walks than they are used to, thinking about the beautiful
countryside as a deliberate act of a creator God and a church service. As a group, we led
the prayers that they wrote and one of the young people rang the church bell.
Hot Chocolate is a club that is finally finding its feet and moving forward with a real
sense of purpose and we are going to be taking some of those young people on the
Acorn journey in September/October. Please continue to shower this work in prayer- it
is so needed I
Lastly, I would like to thank the most amazing people who have given up their time to
help both me and these young people. At Game Changers, Anne Brook, Fran Peace and
Wendy and Graham Colbeck have helped provide a calm and fun atmosphere where
young people come and play board games, complete jigsaws and go through a couple of
packets of biscuits. At Hot Chocolate, Caroline Rountree, Chris Peace, Dom Tuck, Max
Wooler and Rachel Hodson are regulars, with Teddy Foster and Julian Finn getting a
special mention. They help keep an extraordinary group of young people happy, fed and
gainfully enjoying themselves for an hour. One of the volunteers said it is the hardest
but most rewarding hour of their week. I think that sums it up perfectly.
Phil Asquith, Every Good Work Youth Leader
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Every Good Work Youth Project Photos
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Shield Report
The youth group at St Helen's has continued to be well supported by parents and
young people. We currently have 15 young people who attend SHIELD regularly. The
age range is 11 to 18 years. We welcomed some year 6 members to SHIELD when we
began Youth Alpha in March. We hope this will help them with the transition to high
school in September. Some churches do not have a youth group, so we are pleased
to include young people from other churches in the local area.
SHIELD members helped to pack the Christmas hampers to bless families who are
receiving support from Christians Against Poverty. It wa5 a huge team effort and
thank you to Andy Owen for
helping to coordinate the
evening.
SHIELD has helped to raise
money for World Vision, in
support of Liz and Andy Rowe
who visited Nepal in the
Autumn and we thank the
young people for their
commitment to this charity
SHIELD is led and run by
volunteers who all have many
years of experience working with children and young people.
It is a privilege to provide a
safe space for young people
where they can relax. make
friends and learn more of
God's love and His plan for
their lives. We are still
hoping for more people to
help at SHIELD sessions so
' please get in touch if you are
i nterested.
Rachel and Andy Chapman
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Christians Against Poverty Report
Throughout 2024 at the Debt Centre we have continued to serve clients, both in
dealing with their debts, and with a number of associated issues, including domestic
violence and threatened house repossession. Even if someone doesn't stay with CAP
all the way to becoming debt free, there may have been other way5 in which we can
support them, for example, helping to raise the money for a car repair so that they
can continue to travel to work, or Supporting them with the early stages of a
bankruptcy application.
We have tried to develop links with other agencies in Wakefield that provide support,
because there are many sources of help in the city, if one knows where to look. And
we have worked to raise our profile in turn with Council-based and voluntary
organisations so that they can recommend our service when appropriate.
Our team of willing volunteers has grown, and includes help with administrative tasks
as well as befriending. We continue to be grateful for the generous support of
members of St. Helen's and St.
Paul's congregations in various
ways, such as shopping for and
assembling the Christmas
hampers we deliver to clients
(the Shield youth group were an
enormous help here once again).
Towards the end ofthe year we
invited the sponsors who fund
the Debt Centre to afternoon tea,
which Stewart Mcculloch, CEO of
CAP also attended, in order to
express our thanks to them, and
update them on the progress of
the Centre.
With our thanks to all who support us in prayer and in practical ways.
Nick and Vivienne Drayton (CAP Debt Centre Managers)
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Portobello Community Forum Report li
Portobello Community Centre remains a vibrant space,
offering activities, support & events that bring people together.
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Sarah Cutts (15 hrs/week) & Laura Truter (4 hrs/week) continue to ensure the Smooth
running of the centre.
Regular Groups
Our diverse groups foster friendships & learning:
% Sewcial Sewing Club
,3 Hot Chocolate Youth Club
kn: Kung Fu
O Portobello Toddler Group • Sewcial Knitters & Modellers,% Portobello Drop In
Craft & Photography Group A Chair-Based Exercise
AA I Strong Tower Christian Centre l Apostolic Church l African Utd Society
TLG Make Lunch Club I I
Our holiday lunch club thrives ! We held 13 sessions, served 306 meals to 101 people and
15 volunteers helped run the sessions. Families enjoyed:
African Drumming
Cleethorpes Trip
Portobello Gala Jij
Our biggest yetl Featuring:
/ Live music & drumming
* Bollywood dance
Ikl Inflatables
Lprayer Cafe
Our Year 2024: A Year of Activities
With £15,000 funding from Wakefield Council Our Year 2024 Culture Grant, we ran 350+
sessions for 500+ participants, contributing 1,171 volunteer hoursl
Funding Success
Grants secured..
Ir, £15,000- Wakefield Council Culture Grant
4 £1,215- Christmas appeal
Hardshlp & Support
OJ £1,300 - 17 families supported through Portobello Hardship Fund
£1,215 - Christmas fund
Ib Creative Workshops
% Lots of stalls with activities
lè African Drumming
.ts £8,990 - Solar panels
¥5-' £5,000- Gala
Thank You & Looking Ahead
Huge thanks to our volunteer5, trustees & community! Here's to another year of
connection & growth. V - Sarah Cutts (Manager at Portobello Community Centre
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Make Lunch
In October 2024, we celebrated the fifth anniversary of Make Lunch in Portobello,
marking five years of serving meals and creating a supportive community
environment for families during school holidays. Throughout last year we had
amazing numbers With families returning and new familie5 being warmly welcomed
into the sessions, fostering a sense of a big Make Lunch family.
Healthy menus have been provided with love through Cath Moxham and the
amazing kitchen team where the families enjoyed a warm and nutritious meal
together. The biggest winner has always been the chocolate fudge cakel Community
sharing shows positively in these sessions sharing stories and experiences reinforcing
support and a listening ear to young families.
Last August we provided every Wednesday entertainment from African Drummin8,
Nature crafts and a trip to Cleethorpes beach. These positive engagements have
been a wonderful blessing to each family. We are so thankful for individuals in the
parish who supported this event by providing costs, which enabled all families to
make precious memories together.
A special thank you to all the
dedicated volunteers who have
contributed to the success of
Make Lunch over the years. Every
single person in the team brings
warm, supportive invitation to
every family that walks through
the doors creating a feeling of
belonging.
Looking ahead, Make Lunch in
Portobello aims to keep going
with our heartwarming sessions
including new events in the
future. We're also hoping to get
young people involved in the
serving, aiming to give them a
sense of involvement and self confidence in new skills.
Lastly a big thank you to everyone who has been a part of the journey so far, and we
look forward to many more years of making a difference together!
Laura Truter
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The Spring Report
How quickly the years pass here at The Spring, although I sometimes think its down
to the sheer volume of activities that we manage to fit in throughout the seasons
and throughout everything The Spring continues to be at the heart of our
Community and God at the heart of all that we do to serve that Community.
Fellowship & Fundraising- once again I
we started the year with our
Volunteers Tea Party in January, an
opportunity for us as a staff team to
serve our amazing army of helpers, we
had 72 this year gather in the Spring
and a wonderful time was spent
sharing stories and sharing in lots of
laughter with one another. What a
blessing our ladies and gentlemen are to us and all who come here.
We have seen the Spring bring people together so often through the years, and this
year has been no exception as we have hosted over the year, Sandal Art Group,
Newmillerdam Wl, Wakeylele, and Wakefield Soroptomists, to name but a few.
We have also been tremendously blessed in all our fundraising endeavours over the
year, with donations amounting to almost £13,000 in 2024 .
£150- Wakefield Hospice through the Singing Doctor, last Tuesday of the month
£300 - Epilepsy UK and DEC- raised from Craft Fayre
£1500 - Wakefield Street Kitchen & Community Awareness Project received £750
each from Christmas Tips
£IOOO- was given to Tearfund from the Big Quiz in November
£1500- was given to Macmillan after the Cake Sale in September
£1200- was given to Breast Cancer Now, after the Afternoon Tea in August
£IOOO - was given to Kaiju Martial Arts, after the Afternoon Tea in July
£2400- was given to support the work of The Cross Project
£2400 - was given to support the work of Christian5 Against Poverty Debt Centre
£800- was given to Amos Trust following the Pas50ver Supper
£222 - The Childrens Society
£200- Amos Trust for Lent Lunches
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to our being able to bless these
charities.
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The Spring Report continued
Our team have been amazing as always throughout the year, and whilst we have said
farewell to some we have welcomed others. Carol retired from The Spring in August
2024, having served with us first as a volunteer and then as a staff team member in
the Kitchen, leaving a vacancy which was then filled by Sally, who came to us with an
abundance of experience following her 20 years looking after the catering at
Wakefield Hospice, and her existing role as Pastoral lead at Sandal Methodists. Whilst
it is always sad to see team members leave we wish Carol well in her retirement, and
feel very blessed to retain her as a Volunteer again and then to be blessed having
been given Sally who has settled in well with the team and whom we look forward to
working alongside for many years to come.
Whilst volunteering is such a privilege to do, it does come with certain
responsibilities, and I must thank everyone who attended our Safeguarding, Fire,
Health and Safety Training workshops which we held over the Summer months,
wonderfully facilitated by Gerard Kiely-jones and Mark Buckley, our Parish
Safeguarding and Health and Safety Officer respettively.
The Spring, in itself, as a building continues to withstand the rigours of our daily
busyne55 and we saw a new roof installed in the back end of the year along with
various tweaks - ably overseen by our facilities lead, Craig Orr, or Mr Fixit, as we often
refer to him as- what a blessing he is to us all here.
Finally, as always, huge thanks to my
invaluable team- Jackie and Margaret, who
deputise so selflessly in my absence and
serve beautifully all year round equally
supported by the wonderful Jane, Jean,
Cathy and Sally. Thank you to my supportive
Directors - Reverend Hannah, Craig, Brian
and Mary Hampton and of course a massive
heartfelt thank you to our enormous team
of volunteers without whom none of this
would be possible, and our faithful
customers who continue to support us
everyday.
I give thanks to you, O Lord my God, with
my whole heart, Psalm 86.12
Cath Moxham (Manager at The Spring)
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**We are pleased to enclose your annual accounts.** 



REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1131795
Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Report of the Trustees and
Financial Statements
Year Ended 31 December 2024
SMH Jolliffe Cork Ltd
Accountants & Business Advisors
33 George Street
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
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Sandal M4gn# Paroehial Church Council
Contents of the Financial Statements
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
Page
Report of the Trustees
Independent Examiner's Report
Statement of Financial Activities
Balance Sheet
otes to the Financial Statements
Detailed Statement of Finaneial Activities
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Sandal Magn2 Parochial Church Council
Report of the Trustees
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
Tlie trustees present their report with tlie financial statements of the charity for th¢ year ended 31 December 2024. The
trustees hav¢ adopted the provisioiis of Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recomniended Practice
applicable to charities preparing tlieir accounts in accordance with ihe Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the
UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effe¢live l January 2019).
The tNstees also adopt th¢ Church Accounting Regulations 2006.
OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES
Objectives and aiffls
The object of Sandal Magna PCC is to promote in the ecclesiastical parish the whole mission of tlie Church.
Our mission is that with Jesus.. the lost are found, the found grow and the lonely are enfolded.
ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE
Charitable activities
The PCC produces a separate document, the Annual Review, which highlights the activities of all the groups within the
PCC throughout 2024.
Tlie Spring Community Cafe Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of the PCC. The company's trading activities are
reflected in the company's own financial statements. The PCC received gift aid donations of £74.412 (2023.. £51,513)
from the company during the year.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
Reserves policy
The Trusl¢es have considered the level of reserves they wish to retaiii. appropriate to the Charity's needs. This is based
on the Charity's size and the level of financial commitment held.
At the year end, the unrestricted reserves were £398,290 (2023: £344,527).
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Governing document
The Charity is controlled by its governing document, The Parochial Church Council Powers Measure {1956) and
Church representation rules and constitutes an unincorporated Charity.
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
Registered Charity number
1131795
Principal address
Parish Office, St Helen's Parish Church
Barnsley Road. Sandal
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Report of the Trustees
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
Trustees
A Nortli
V Buckley (resigned 22.5.2024)
R Parker
CAOrr
N Clark
J Foster (resigned 22.5.2024)
R Lee (resigned 22.5.2024}
B C Pratt
M Keeton
M R Walker
C Rountree
J Fiiin
L Finn
C A Francos
E Morton
H J Smith
J Amold
N Brook
S Poyntz (r¢signed 29.1.2025)
M BLickley (resigned 7.10.2024)
E Dunn Cowton (appointed 22.5.2024)
L Asquith (appointed 22.5.2024)
Independent Examiner
SMH Jolliffe Cork Ltd
Accountaiits & Business Advisors
33 Georg¢ Sti'eet
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
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Approved by order of the board of trustees on l May 2025 and signed on its beh21f by..
H J Smith - Trustee

Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustee5 of
Sandal Magna Parochial Church Couneil
Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
I report lo tlie cliarity trustees on illy examination of the accoiints of Sandal Magna Paiochial Church Council (the
Trust) for the year ended 31 Deceinber 2024.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As tlie cliarity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of tlie accounts in accordance with the
requirements of tlie Charities Act 2011 ('the Act'}.
I report in respect of my cxamination of th¢ Trust's accounts carried out under Section 145 of the Act and in carrying
out my examiniltion I have followcd all applicable Directions given by the Cliarity Coi]m]ission under Se¢lion 145{5)(b)
of the Act.
Independent examlner's statement
Since your charity's gross incomc exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a ILSted body. I can conf
that l am qualified to underlakc the examination because l am a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in
England and Wales, which is one of the listed bodies.
I have completed rny examination. I confinn thpAt no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the
examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect-
accounting records wer¢ not kept in respect of the Trust as required by Section 130 of the Act. or
the a¢coiints do not a¢cord witli Ihose re¢ords' or
the accounts do not comply with th¢ applicable requirements concerning the fonn and content of accounts set
out in the Cliarities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than aiiy requirement that the accounts give
a true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an indepeiident exarnin&tion.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should
be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Jane Crossley FCA
SMH Jolliffe Cork Ltd
Accountants & Busines5 Advisors
33 George Street
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Statement of b inancial Aetivities
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
2024
Total
funds
2023
Total
funds
Unreslricled
funds
Restricted
funds
Notes
IIYCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
185,890
20,127
206,017
280,548
Charitable activities
Chureh hall lettings
Fees
Running costs
8,572
13,593
38,537
8,572
13,593
38,537
7.732
5.974
2,650
Other trading activities
Oili¢r income
99,165
38,880
99,165
38,880
96,910
30,708
Total
384,637
20,127
404,764
424,522
EXPENDITURE OIY
Raksing funds
75,941
75,941
54,320
Charilable activities
Missionary and charitable giving
Miiiistry
Running costs
Wage5
7,331
85,461
138,677
99,221
7,331
85,461
144,957
112,581
3,986
81,062
110,086
83,750
6,280
13,360
Total
406,631
426 271
333,204
NET INCOMEI(EXPENDITURE)
Transfers between funds
(21,994)
75,757
487
75,757)
(21,507}
91.318
io
Net movement in funds
53,763
{75.270)
(21,507)
91.318
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total fiLnds brought fonvard
344,527
104,115
448,642
357.324
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD
398,290
28,845
427,135
448,642
The notes forni part of these financial statements

Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Balance Sheet
31 December 2024
2024
Total
funds
2023
Total
funds
Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
Notes
FIXED ASSETS
Tangible assets
Investments
202,496
2,747
205,243
217,510
202,497
2.747
205,244
217.511
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors
Cash al bank
29,532
186,867
4,757
21,351
34,289
208,218
31,369
229,299
216,399
26,108
242,507
260,668
CREDITORS
Amounts falling due witliin one year
{20,606)
{io)
{20.616)
(29,537)
NET CURRENT ASSETS
195,793
26,098
221,891
231.131
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT
LIABILITIES
398,290
28,845
427,135
448,642
NET ASSETS
398,290
28,845
427,135
448,64?
FUNDS
Unrestricted funds
Restricted funds
io
398,290
28,845
344,527
104,115
TOTAL FUNDS
427 135
448,642
Tlie financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on l May 2025 and were
signed on its behalf by..
H J Smith - Trustee
A North- T￿stee
The notes fomi part of these financial statements

Sandal Magn& Parochial Church Council
Iyotes to the Financial Statements
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of preparing the financial statements
Tlie financial slatLin¢nts of the charity, whicli is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in
accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of
Recoinmended Practice applicable to charities preparing tlieir accounts in accordance with the Financial
Reporting Standard applicablc in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (cffective l Janiiary 2019),,
Financial Reporting Standard 102 The Financial Reporting Standard applicablc in the UK and Republic of
Ireland, and tlic Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have beeii prepared UT]der the histortcal cost
convention, with th¢ exception of inv¢slments which are included at market value.
The financial slalemcnts include all transactions, assets and liabilities for which the PCC is responsibl¢ in law.
They do not kncliidc the accounts of church groups tliat owe their main affiliation to xnotlier body, nor those that
are inforEnal gathering of church metnber.
The PCC has taken advantage linder the Charittes Act 201 l from preparing group accounts.
Financial reporting standard 102 - reduced disclosure exemptions
The cliarity has taken advantage of Ilie following disclosure exemption in preparin&T these financial statements.
as perinitted by FRS 102 'Th¢ Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland,:
the requirements of Section 7 Stalemenl of Casli Flows.
Income
All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity bas entitlement to the funds. it
is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.
Grants
Grants received are accounted for as they fall due and included within the Stalemeut of financial activities.
Expenditure
Liabilities are recognised a5 expenditure as soon as ther¢ is a legal or constructive obligation committing the
charity to that eXpendi￿re, it is probllble that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and
the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expendittire is accounted for on an accruals basis and has
been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where ¢osts Car￿01 be directly
attributed to particular Iieadings they liave been allocated to activities on a basis consist¢nt with the use of
Tesources.
Grants offered subject to conditions which have not been mel al tlie year end date are noted as a commitment but
not accrued as expendithre.
Tangible fixed asset5
Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful
life.
Land and buildings
Church equipment
Fixtures and fittings
Computer equipment
at varying rates on cost
IOQ/o on cost
5% oncost
25 /ll on cost
Consecrated and ben¢ficed property of any kind is excluded from the fmancial statements by s.10(2)(a} of the
Charities Act 2011.
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Notes to the Finaneial Statements - Continued
for the Year Ended 31 Decetnber 2024
ACCOUNTING POLICIES - continued
Tangible fixed assets
Movable chiirch furnishings held by the vicar and churcli wardcns on special trust for the PCC and which
rcquire a faculty for disposal are xccounted for as inalienabl¢ property, listed in the church's inventory, which
can be inspected (at any reasonable time).
Taxation
The cliarity is exempt from tax on ils charitable activities.
Fund accounting
Rcstricted funds represent (a) income from trusts or endowrnents which may be expended only on those
Tcstricted objects provided in the terms of the trust or bcqucsl, and (b) donations or grants received for a spc¢ific
object or invited by the PCC for a specific object. The funds may only be expended on the specific obj¢¢t for
whicli they were given. Any balance rernaining unspcnl at the end of each year must be carried fonvard as a
balaiice on diat fund. Tlie PCC does not usually invest separately for each fiind. Wliere tliere is no separftle
investment, tnterest is apportioned to individual funds on an average balance basis.
Unrestricted ftinds are funds which can be used at the PCC'S discretion. The PCC funds are general funds which
can be used for PCC ordinary purposes.
OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES
2024
2023
Fundraising events
99,165
96,910
TRUSTEES, REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
There were no trustees, remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 December 2024 nor for tILe year
ended 31 December 2023.
Trustees, expenses
Ther¢ were no trustees, expenses paid for the year ended 31 December2024 nor for the y¢ar ended
31 D¢cember 2023.
STAFF COSTS
The average monthly number of employees during the yekr was as follows..
2024
2023
pcc
Spring
SHYP
CAP (Christians Against Povety)
14
12
No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000.
Total eiTtployee costs for the year amounted ¢0 £184,481(2023'. £135,479). These costs include £5,077 of
Employer's national insurance contribulions and £7,746 of Employer's pension contributions.
continued...

Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
COMPAtL4TIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
Total
funds
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
260,925
19.623
280,548
Charitable activities
Church hall lettings
Fees
Running costs
7.732
5.974
2,650
7.732
5.974
2.650
Othcr trading activities
Other income
94,960
30,708
1,950
96,910
30,708
Total
402,949
21,573
424,522
EXPENDITURE OIY
Raising funds
54,320
54,320
Charitable activiti¢s
Missioiiary and charttablc giving
Ministry
Running costs
Wages
3,986
81,062
102,128
71,246
3,986
81,062
110,086
83,750
7,958
12,504
Total
3l2,742
20,462
333,204
NET INCOME
Transfers between funds
90,207
14.556)
91,318
14.556
Net movement in funds
75,651
15,667
91,318
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought fonvard
268.876
88,448
357.324
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD
344.527
104,115
448.642
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Notes to the Financial Statement5 - continued
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
Fixtures
and
fittings
Land and
buildings
Chiirch
equipnienl
Con]puter
equipment
Totals
COST
At l January 2024
Additions
309,256
49,824
560
104,598
2,908
20,427
981
484,105
4,449
At 31 December 2024
309,256
50,384
107,506
21,408
488,554
DEPRECIATION
At l January 2024
Charge for year
156,799
6,978
41,928
1,714
50,489
5,376
17,379
2,648
266,595
16,716
At 31 December 2024
163,777
43,642
55,865
20,027
283,311
NET BOOK VALUE
At 31 D¢cember 2024
145,479
6,742
51,641
1,381
205,243
At 31 December 2023
152,457
7.896
54,109
3,048
217,510
FIXED ASSET INVESTMENTS
The investment in group undertakings represents IOOQ/o of tlie issued ordinary Share capital in The Spring
Community Cafe Lirnited. The company was registered in England and its principal activity is that of a cafe
providing hot and Cold food and beverages to the community of Sandal. At 3 l December 2024 the capital and
reserves totalled £1 0,172 (2023= £17,814) and the net decrease in retained ¢2mings for the year were £7,642
(2023- £2,228) . after a gift aid donation of £74,412 (2023.. £51.513) to the PCC.
DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
2024
2023
Trade d¢btors
Prepayments and accrued income
Amounts due from related
undertakings
6,817
26,753
1,793
29,576
719
34,289
31,369
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
2024
2023
Trade creditors
Social s¢¢urity and other taxes
Other Creditors
Amounts due lo related undertaking5
Missioii accrual
Accrued expenses
3,794
476
737
1,353
I,l36
5,000
20,835
5,000
9,264
20,616
29,537
io.
MOVEMENT IIY FUNDS
Net
movement
in funds
Transfers
between
funds
At
31.12.24
At 1.1.24
Unrestrictcd funds
pcc
Spring
Walton Development
Tree of Life
Building fund
Insuraneo monies
235,387
101,674
7,466
34,509
(69,887)
(165)
1,835
(64,701)
62,093
(575)
76,440
2,500
205,195
93,880
6,726
78,275
2,500
11,714
344,527
(21,994)
75,757
398,290
Restricted fund$
SHYP
CAP (ChristifAns Against Poverty)
Tree of Life (memorial gardens)
Church Yard and gardens
Defibrillator fund
Choir fund
Bells fund
4,742
19,843
79,530
1,461
{974}
(2,414)
4,891
(79,530)
646
427
123
loo
3,789
23,760
646
427
123
loo
104,115
487
(75,757
28,845
TOTAL FUNDS
448,642
(21,507)
427,135
io
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Notes to the FinanciAI Statements - continued
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
io.
MOVEMENT IN FUNDS- continued
Nel movement in funds, included in the above are as follows-.
Incoming
resources
Resources
expended
Movement
in funds
Unrestrieted funds
pcc
Spring
Walton Developtnent
Tree of Life
Insurance monies
272,837
95,506
30
4,550
11,714
(238,328)
(165,393)
(195)
(2,715)
34,509
(69,887)
(165)
1,835
11,714
384,637
(406,631)
(21,994)
Restricted funds
SHYP
CAP (Christians Against Poverty)
2,337
17,790
(876)
(18,764)
1,461
(974)
487
TOTAL FUNDS
404,764
426,271)
(21,507
Comparatives for movement in funds
Net
movement
in funds
Transfers
between
funds
At
31.12.23
At 1.1.23
Unrestrict¢d funds
pcc
Spring
Walton Development
153,256
107,074
8,546
141.755
(51,616)
68
(59.624)
46,216
1,148)
235,387
101,674
7,466
268,876
90,207
(14,556)
344,527
Restricted funds
SHYP
CAP (Christians Against Poverty)
Tree of Life (Ineinorial gardens)
2,246
20,976
65,226
1,453
423
1,043
(1,556)
15.069
4,742
19,843
79,530
88,448
14,556
104,115
TOTAL FUNDS
357,324
91,318
448.642
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Notes to the Financial Statements- continued
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
io.
MOVEMENT IN FUNDS- continued
Comparativ¢ net movement in fijnds, included in the above are as follows..
Incoming
resources
Resources
expend¢d
Movement
in funds
Unrestricted funds
pcc
Spring
Walton Development
305,68?
96,969
298
(163,927)
(148,585)
141,755
(51,616)
68
402,949
(312,742)
90,207
Restricted funds
SHYP
CAP (Christians Against Poverty)
Tree of Life (Inemorial gardens)
2,474
17,149
1,950
(1,021)
(16,726)
(2,715)
,453
423
21,573
20,462)
TOTAL FUNDS
424,522
{333,204)
91.318
ii.
RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES
The charity has taken advantage of exemption, under the tenns of Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The
Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland,, not to disclose related party
transactions with wholly owned subsidiaries within the group.
Ther¢ were no other related party transactions for the year ended 31 December 2024.
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Detlliled Statement of Financial Aetiviti¢s
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
2024
2023
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS
Donations and legacies
Gift aid doiiatioll from The Spring Community
Cafe Limited
Donations
Gift aid
Legacies and appeals
CAP income
Collections (open plate)
74,412
81,076
22,154
2,536
17,790
8,049
51,513
98,437
25,780
79,746
17,149
7.923
206,017
280,548
Other trading activities
Fiindraising ¢v¢nts
99,165
96.910
Charitable activities
Church hall lettings
Fees
Diocesan Grants
8,572
13,593
38,537
7,732
5,974
2,650
60,702
16,356
Other income
Car parking income
Insurance Claims
27,166
11,714
30,708
38,880
30,708
Total Incoming resourees
404,764
424,522
EXPENDITURE
Other trading activities
Purchases
Wages
4,031
71,910
2,591
51,729
75,941
54.320
Charitable activities
Wag¢s and pensions
Rates and water
Insurance
Liglil and heal
Carried forward
112,571
885
11,916
41,415
166,787
83.750
2,160
11.447
21,743
119,100
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Detailed Statement of Financial Aetiviti¢s
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
2024
2023
Charitable activities
Brouglit forward
Telephone
Printing, postage and stationery
Sundry expenses
Cleaning and waste disposal
Repairs and maintenance
Church yard niaintenance
Upkeep of scryices
Training costs
Subscriptions and licences
Cliildren and youth work expenses
Depreciation of tangible fixed assets
Parish sharc and otlier ministry costs
Missionary and charitable giving
166,787
2,334
7,980
8,707
4,099
22,349
1,434
2,387
1,085
8,358
1,591
16,716
87,317
7,331
119,100
2,249
5,496
7,923
2,153
20,711
2,507
1,824
1,894
6,623
291
17,351
81,062
3,986
338,475
273,170
Support costs
Finance
Interest payable
io
Governance costs
Accountancy f¢¢s
PTofessional fees
4,730
7,115
3,720
1,994
11,845
5,714
Total resourc¢s expended
426,271
333,204
Net {expenditure)lincom¢
21,507)
91,318
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REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1131795
Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Report of the Trustees and
Financial Statements
Year Ended 31 December 2024
SMH Jolliffe Cork Ltd
Accountants & Business Advisors
33 George Street
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
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Sandal M4gn# Paroehial Church Council
Contents of the Financial Statements
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
Page
Report of the Trustees
Independent Examiner's Report
Statement of Financial Activities
Balance Sheet
otes to the Financial Statements
Detailed Statement of Finaneial Activities
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Sandal Magn2 Parochial Church Council
Report of the Trustees
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
Tlie trustees present their report with tlie financial statements of the charity for th¢ year ended 31 December 2024. The
trustees hav¢ adopted the provisioiis of Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recomniended Practice
applicable to charities preparing tlieir accounts in accordance with ihe Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the
UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effe¢live l January 2019).
The tNstees also adopt th¢ Church Accounting Regulations 2006.
OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES
Objectives and aiffls
The object of Sandal Magna PCC is to promote in the ecclesiastical parish the whole mission of tlie Church.
Our mission is that with Jesus.. the lost are found, the found grow and the lonely are enfolded.
ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE
Charitable activities
The PCC produces a separate document, the Annual Review, which highlights the activities of all the groups within the
PCC throughout 2024.
Tlie Spring Community Cafe Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of the PCC. The company's trading activities are
reflected in the company's own financial statements. The PCC received gift aid donations of £74.412 (2023.. £51,513)
from the company during the year.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
Reserves policy
The Trusl¢es have considered the level of reserves they wish to retaiii. appropriate to the Charity's needs. This is based
on the Charity's size and the level of financial commitment held.
At the year end, the unrestricted reserves were £398,290 (2023: £344,527).
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Governing document
The Charity is controlled by its governing document, The Parochial Church Council Powers Measure {1956) and
Church representation rules and constitutes an unincorporated Charity.
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
Registered Charity number
1131795
Principal address
Parish Office, St Helen's Parish Church
Barnsley Road. Sandal
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF2 6EJ

Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Report of the Trustees
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
Trustees
A Nortli
V Buckley (resigned 22.5.2024)
R Parker
CAOrr
N Clark
J Foster (resigned 22.5.2024)
R Lee (resigned 22.5.2024}
B C Pratt
M Keeton
M R Walker
C Rountree
J Fiiin
L Finn
C A Francos
E Morton
H J Smith
J Amold
N Brook
S Poyntz (r¢signed 29.1.2025)
M BLickley (resigned 7.10.2024)
E Dunn Cowton (appointed 22.5.2024)
L Asquith (appointed 22.5.2024)
Independent Examiner
SMH Jolliffe Cork Ltd
Accountaiits & Business Advisors
33 Georg¢ Sti'eet
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
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Approved by order of the board of trustees on l May 2025 and signed on its beh21f by..
H J Smith - Trustee

Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustee5 of
Sandal Magna Parochial Church Couneil
Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
I report lo tlie cliarity trustees on illy examination of the accoiints of Sandal Magna Paiochial Church Council (the
Trust) for the year ended 31 Deceinber 2024.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As tlie cliarity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of tlie accounts in accordance with the
requirements of tlie Charities Act 2011 ('the Act'}.
I report in respect of my cxamination of th¢ Trust's accounts carried out under Section 145 of the Act and in carrying
out my examiniltion I have followcd all applicable Directions given by the Cliarity Coi]m]ission under Se¢lion 145{5)(b)
of the Act.
Independent examlner's statement
Since your charity's gross incomc exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a ILSted body. I can conf
that l am qualified to underlakc the examination because l am a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in
England and Wales, which is one of the listed bodies.
I have completed rny examination. I confinn thpAt no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the
examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect-
accounting records wer¢ not kept in respect of the Trust as required by Section 130 of the Act. or
the a¢coiints do not a¢cord witli Ihose re¢ords' or
the accounts do not comply with th¢ applicable requirements concerning the fonn and content of accounts set
out in the Cliarities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than aiiy requirement that the accounts give
a true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an indepeiident exarnin&tion.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should
be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Jane Crossley FCA
SMH Jolliffe Cork Ltd
Accountants & Busines5 Advisors
33 George Street
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
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l May 2025

Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Statement of b inancial Aetivities
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
2024
Total
funds
2023
Total
funds
Unreslricled
funds
Restricted
funds
Notes
IIYCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
185,890
20,127
206,017
280,548
Charitable activities
Chureh hall lettings
Fees
Running costs
8,572
13,593
38,537
8,572
13,593
38,537
7.732
5.974
2,650
Other trading activities
Oili¢r income
99,165
38,880
99,165
38,880
96,910
30,708
Total
384,637
20,127
404,764
424,522
EXPENDITURE OIY
Raksing funds
75,941
75,941
54,320
Charilable activities
Missionary and charitable giving
Miiiistry
Running costs
Wage5
7,331
85,461
138,677
99,221
7,331
85,461
144,957
112,581
3,986
81,062
110,086
83,750
6,280
13,360
Total
406,631
426 271
333,204
NET INCOMEI(EXPENDITURE)
Transfers between funds
(21,994)
75,757
487
75,757)
(21,507}
91.318
io
Net movement in funds
53,763
{75.270)
(21,507)
91.318
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total fiLnds brought fonvard
344,527
104,115
448,642
357.324
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD
398,290
28,845
427,135
448,642
The notes forni part of these financial statements

Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Balance Sheet
31 December 2024
2024
Total
funds
2023
Total
funds
Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
Notes
FIXED ASSETS
Tangible assets
Investments
202,496
2,747
205,243
217,510
202,497
2.747
205,244
217.511
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors
Cash al bank
29,532
186,867
4,757
21,351
34,289
208,218
31,369
229,299
216,399
26,108
242,507
260,668
CREDITORS
Amounts falling due witliin one year
{20,606)
{io)
{20.616)
(29,537)
NET CURRENT ASSETS
195,793
26,098
221,891
231.131
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT
LIABILITIES
398,290
28,845
427,135
448,642
NET ASSETS
398,290
28,845
427,135
448,64?
FUNDS
Unrestricted funds
Restricted funds
io
398,290
28,845
344,527
104,115
TOTAL FUNDS
427 135
448,642
Tlie financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on l May 2025 and were
signed on its behalf by..
H J Smith - Trustee
A North- T￿stee
The notes fomi part of these financial statements

Sandal Magn& Parochial Church Council
Iyotes to the Financial Statements
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of preparing the financial statements
Tlie financial slatLin¢nts of the charity, whicli is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in
accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of
Recoinmended Practice applicable to charities preparing tlieir accounts in accordance with the Financial
Reporting Standard applicablc in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (cffective l Janiiary 2019),,
Financial Reporting Standard 102 The Financial Reporting Standard applicablc in the UK and Republic of
Ireland, and tlic Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have beeii prepared UT]der the histortcal cost
convention, with th¢ exception of inv¢slments which are included at market value.
The financial slalemcnts include all transactions, assets and liabilities for which the PCC is responsibl¢ in law.
They do not kncliidc the accounts of church groups tliat owe their main affiliation to xnotlier body, nor those that
are inforEnal gathering of church metnber.
The PCC has taken advantage linder the Charittes Act 201 l from preparing group accounts.
Financial reporting standard 102 - reduced disclosure exemptions
The cliarity has taken advantage of Ilie following disclosure exemption in preparin&T these financial statements.
as perinitted by FRS 102 'Th¢ Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland,:
the requirements of Section 7 Stalemenl of Casli Flows.
Income
All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity bas entitlement to the funds. it
is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.
Grants
Grants received are accounted for as they fall due and included within the Stalemeut of financial activities.
Expenditure
Liabilities are recognised a5 expenditure as soon as ther¢ is a legal or constructive obligation committing the
charity to that eXpendi￿re, it is probllble that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and
the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expendittire is accounted for on an accruals basis and has
been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where ¢osts Car￿01 be directly
attributed to particular Iieadings they liave been allocated to activities on a basis consist¢nt with the use of
Tesources.
Grants offered subject to conditions which have not been mel al tlie year end date are noted as a commitment but
not accrued as expendithre.
Tangible fixed asset5
Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful
life.
Land and buildings
Church equipment
Fixtures and fittings
Computer equipment
at varying rates on cost
IOQ/o on cost
5% oncost
25 /ll on cost
Consecrated and ben¢ficed property of any kind is excluded from the fmancial statements by s.10(2)(a} of the
Charities Act 2011.
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Notes to the Finaneial Statements - Continued
for the Year Ended 31 Decetnber 2024
ACCOUNTING POLICIES - continued
Tangible fixed assets
Movable chiirch furnishings held by the vicar and churcli wardcns on special trust for the PCC and which
rcquire a faculty for disposal are xccounted for as inalienabl¢ property, listed in the church's inventory, which
can be inspected (at any reasonable time).
Taxation
The cliarity is exempt from tax on ils charitable activities.
Fund accounting
Rcstricted funds represent (a) income from trusts or endowrnents which may be expended only on those
Tcstricted objects provided in the terms of the trust or bcqucsl, and (b) donations or grants received for a spc¢ific
object or invited by the PCC for a specific object. The funds may only be expended on the specific obj¢¢t for
whicli they were given. Any balance rernaining unspcnl at the end of each year must be carried fonvard as a
balaiice on diat fund. Tlie PCC does not usually invest separately for each fiind. Wliere tliere is no separftle
investment, tnterest is apportioned to individual funds on an average balance basis.
Unrestricted ftinds are funds which can be used at the PCC'S discretion. The PCC funds are general funds which
can be used for PCC ordinary purposes.
OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES
2024
2023
Fundraising events
99,165
96,910
TRUSTEES, REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
There were no trustees, remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 December 2024 nor for tILe year
ended 31 December 2023.
Trustees, expenses
Ther¢ were no trustees, expenses paid for the year ended 31 December2024 nor for the y¢ar ended
31 D¢cember 2023.
STAFF COSTS
The average monthly number of employees during the yekr was as follows..
2024
2023
pcc
Spring
SHYP
CAP (Christians Against Povety)
14
12
No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000.
Total eiTtployee costs for the year amounted ¢0 £184,481(2023'. £135,479). These costs include £5,077 of
Employer's national insurance contribulions and £7,746 of Employer's pension contributions.
continued...

Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
COMPAtL4TIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
Total
funds
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
260,925
19.623
280,548
Charitable activities
Church hall lettings
Fees
Running costs
7.732
5.974
2,650
7.732
5.974
2.650
Othcr trading activities
Other income
94,960
30,708
1,950
96,910
30,708
Total
402,949
21,573
424,522
EXPENDITURE OIY
Raising funds
54,320
54,320
Charitable activiti¢s
Missioiiary and charttablc giving
Ministry
Running costs
Wages
3,986
81,062
102,128
71,246
3,986
81,062
110,086
83,750
7,958
12,504
Total
3l2,742
20,462
333,204
NET INCOME
Transfers between funds
90,207
14.556)
91,318
14.556
Net movement in funds
75,651
15,667
91,318
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought fonvard
268.876
88,448
357.324
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD
344.527
104,115
448.642
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Notes to the Financial Statement5 - continued
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
Fixtures
and
fittings
Land and
buildings
Chiirch
equipnienl
Con]puter
equipment
Totals
COST
At l January 2024
Additions
309,256
49,824
560
104,598
2,908
20,427
981
484,105
4,449
At 31 December 2024
309,256
50,384
107,506
21,408
488,554
DEPRECIATION
At l January 2024
Charge for year
156,799
6,978
41,928
1,714
50,489
5,376
17,379
2,648
266,595
16,716
At 31 December 2024
163,777
43,642
55,865
20,027
283,311
NET BOOK VALUE
At 31 D¢cember 2024
145,479
6,742
51,641
1,381
205,243
At 31 December 2023
152,457
7.896
54,109
3,048
217,510
FIXED ASSET INVESTMENTS
The investment in group undertakings represents IOOQ/o of tlie issued ordinary Share capital in The Spring
Community Cafe Lirnited. The company was registered in England and its principal activity is that of a cafe
providing hot and Cold food and beverages to the community of Sandal. At 3 l December 2024 the capital and
reserves totalled £1 0,172 (2023= £17,814) and the net decrease in retained ¢2mings for the year were £7,642
(2023- £2,228) . after a gift aid donation of £74,412 (2023.. £51.513) to the PCC.
DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
2024
2023
Trade d¢btors
Prepayments and accrued income
Amounts due from related
undertakings
6,817
26,753
1,793
29,576
719
34,289
31,369
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
2024
2023
Trade creditors
Social s¢¢urity and other taxes
Other Creditors
Amounts due lo related undertaking5
Missioii accrual
Accrued expenses
3,794
476
737
1,353
I,l36
5,000
20,835
5,000
9,264
20,616
29,537
io.
MOVEMENT IIY FUNDS
Net
movement
in funds
Transfers
between
funds
At
31.12.24
At 1.1.24
Unrestrictcd funds
pcc
Spring
Walton Development
Tree of Life
Building fund
Insuraneo monies
235,387
101,674
7,466
34,509
(69,887)
(165)
1,835
(64,701)
62,093
(575)
76,440
2,500
205,195
93,880
6,726
78,275
2,500
11,714
344,527
(21,994)
75,757
398,290
Restricted fund$
SHYP
CAP (ChristifAns Against Poverty)
Tree of Life (memorial gardens)
Church Yard and gardens
Defibrillator fund
Choir fund
Bells fund
4,742
19,843
79,530
1,461
{974}
(2,414)
4,891
(79,530)
646
427
123
loo
3,789
23,760
646
427
123
loo
104,115
487
(75,757
28,845
TOTAL FUNDS
448,642
(21,507)
427,135
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Notes to the FinanciAI Statements - continued
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
io.
MOVEMENT IN FUNDS- continued
Nel movement in funds, included in the above are as follows-.
Incoming
resources
Resources
expended
Movement
in funds
Unrestrieted funds
pcc
Spring
Walton Developtnent
Tree of Life
Insurance monies
272,837
95,506
30
4,550
11,714
(238,328)
(165,393)
(195)
(2,715)
34,509
(69,887)
(165)
1,835
11,714
384,637
(406,631)
(21,994)
Restricted funds
SHYP
CAP (Christians Against Poverty)
2,337
17,790
(876)
(18,764)
1,461
(974)
487
TOTAL FUNDS
404,764
426,271)
(21,507
Comparatives for movement in funds
Net
movement
in funds
Transfers
between
funds
At
31.12.23
At 1.1.23
Unrestrict¢d funds
pcc
Spring
Walton Development
153,256
107,074
8,546
141.755
(51,616)
68
(59.624)
46,216
1,148)
235,387
101,674
7,466
268,876
90,207
(14,556)
344,527
Restricted funds
SHYP
CAP (Christians Against Poverty)
Tree of Life (Ineinorial gardens)
2,246
20,976
65,226
1,453
423
1,043
(1,556)
15.069
4,742
19,843
79,530
88,448
14,556
104,115
TOTAL FUNDS
357,324
91,318
448.642
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Notes to the Financial Statements- continued
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
io.
MOVEMENT IN FUNDS- continued
Comparativ¢ net movement in fijnds, included in the above are as follows..
Incoming
resources
Resources
expend¢d
Movement
in funds
Unrestricted funds
pcc
Spring
Walton Development
305,68?
96,969
298
(163,927)
(148,585)
141,755
(51,616)
68
402,949
(312,742)
90,207
Restricted funds
SHYP
CAP (Christians Against Poverty)
Tree of Life (Inemorial gardens)
2,474
17,149
1,950
(1,021)
(16,726)
(2,715)
,453
423
21,573
20,462)
TOTAL FUNDS
424,522
{333,204)
91.318
ii.
RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES
The charity has taken advantage of exemption, under the tenns of Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The
Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland,, not to disclose related party
transactions with wholly owned subsidiaries within the group.
Ther¢ were no other related party transactions for the year ended 31 December 2024.
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Detlliled Statement of Financial Aetiviti¢s
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
2024
2023
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS
Donations and legacies
Gift aid doiiatioll from The Spring Community
Cafe Limited
Donations
Gift aid
Legacies and appeals
CAP income
Collections (open plate)
74,412
81,076
22,154
2,536
17,790
8,049
51,513
98,437
25,780
79,746
17,149
7.923
206,017
280,548
Other trading activities
Fiindraising ¢v¢nts
99,165
96.910
Charitable activities
Church hall lettings
Fees
Diocesan Grants
8,572
13,593
38,537
7,732
5,974
2,650
60,702
16,356
Other income
Car parking income
Insurance Claims
27,166
11,714
30,708
38,880
30,708
Total Incoming resourees
404,764
424,522
EXPENDITURE
Other trading activities
Purchases
Wages
4,031
71,910
2,591
51,729
75,941
54.320
Charitable activities
Wag¢s and pensions
Rates and water
Insurance
Liglil and heal
Carried forward
112,571
885
11,916
41,415
166,787
83.750
2,160
11.447
21,743
119,100
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Sandal Magna Parochial Church Council
Detailed Statement of Financial Aetiviti¢s
for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
2024
2023
Charitable activities
Brouglit forward
Telephone
Printing, postage and stationery
Sundry expenses
Cleaning and waste disposal
Repairs and maintenance
Church yard niaintenance
Upkeep of scryices
Training costs
Subscriptions and licences
Cliildren and youth work expenses
Depreciation of tangible fixed assets
Parish sharc and otlier ministry costs
Missionary and charitable giving
166,787
2,334
7,980
8,707
4,099
22,349
1,434
2,387
1,085
8,358
1,591
16,716
87,317
7,331
119,100
2,249
5,496
7,923
2,153
20,711
2,507
1,824
1,894
6,623
291
17,351
81,062
3,986
338,475
273,170
Support costs
Finance
Interest payable
io
Governance costs
Accountancy f¢¢s
PTofessional fees
4,730
7,115
3,720
1,994
11,845
5,714
Total resourc¢s expended
426,271
333,204
Net {expenditure)lincom¢
21,507)
91,318
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