St. Mark’s Church
MARSKE in CLEVELAND
Annual Report
and
Financial Statements
of the
Parochial Church Council
for the year ended 31[st] December 2022
Incumbent
The Parish is in Vacancy
Bankers Independent Examiner Santander UK PLC J Gresham FCCA Bootle Azets Accountants Guisborough
Registered Charity Number 1132705
Churchwardens’ Report
We were sorry to see David Tembey re�re in July. His incumbency has been appreciated by many in Marske and his popularity was obvious at his re�rement lunch. We have been grateful to Lynne for her contribu�on to the work of the Parish.
We have made a slow but sure recovery from the effects of the COVID pandemic. A�endance at services has been maintained and we have been fortunate that so many re�red clergy have come to our aid. It is thanks to them that we have been able to maintain most of our services. It was regre�able that the Monday evening service was cancelled but it will be reconsidered when our new Priest in Charge is in posi�on.
We have had more than our usual number of bap�sms in 2022 as so many babies were unable to be bap�sed during the pandemic. We have had a plethora of double bap�sms – usually a 2 year old and a younger sibling. It has been good to be able to celebrate weddings and host funerals again.
The schools have made a return and Messy Church made a slow start but now has increased numbers. We have hosted concerts again – star�ng with our friends from Rockulele. Coffee sessions and ‘Tea on the Lawn’ are back. All these increase social interac�on and boost well being.
The pandemic had an adverse effect on the White House as groups could not meet and we could not hold fund raisers for our improvement plans. By the end of the year we had the money to complete the renova�ons and new groups were star�ng to book the rooms.
A vacancy in the Parish can be a demanding �me for Churchwardens but we have been supported by a loyal congrega�on. We thank all who have supported us this year and are confident that you will welcome our new Parish Priest as he or she se�les into a new era for St Mark’s.
Sue Sotheran, Peter Tinkler
Churchwardens
Church Web Site – www.stmarks-marske.co.uk
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PCC Secretary’s Report for 2022 Calendar Year
St Mark’s PCC has the responsibility of co-opera�ng with the incumbent in promo�ng the whole mission of the Church – pastoral, evangelical, social and ecumenical within the ecclesias�cal parish and has maintenance responsibili�es for St Mark’s Church, for the Church Ins�tute known as the White House, and for St Germain’s Tower.
Membership of PCC
Church Wardens
Mrs Sue Sotheran and Mr Peter Tinkler
Elected Representa�ves
The following succeeded the 2021-2022 commi�ee in May 2022.
Dr Janet Dack, Mrs Elizabeth Fox, Miss Joan Hornby, Mrs Laura Maskery, Mrs Margaret Tinkler, Mrs Sue Thompson, Mr Graeme Cox, Mr Andrew Fox, Mr John Ridgway,
Mrs Clare Marshall. Mr Jonathan Bragg, Mr Jack Thomas
Representa�ves on the Deanery Synod:
Dr Janet Dack, Mr Jack Thomas.
The PCC
The PCC met on six occasions and has been occupied with the following:-
Vacancy
The major event of the year was the re�rement of Rev David Tembey in June. He served here for seven years, extending his service for a year. We could not have asked for a more effec�ve and well liked occupant of this post at such a cri�cal �me. His final service was at Pentecost on June 5th .
The Church Profile was completed and sent to the Archdeacon in mid September and forwarded to the Bishop. The next step is for interviews and an appointment to be made.
Our Parish Representa�ves on the interviewing panel are Mrs Laura Maskery and Dr Janet Dack. The PCC wished the post to be adver�sed na�onally in the Church Times to maximise the number of applicants.
An Open Week was held in the week prior to David’s re�rement (May 21st -June 3rd ) was based on the theme ”The Church and the Community”
Covid
The Liturgy has been restored to its pre-Covid form except that the congrega�on con�nue to take communion queuing below the chancel steps. Almost all other aspects of church life are as they were before Covid, including the recommencement of bap�sms at 11.30 on Sundays following the 9.30 Eucharist.
”Living Christ’s Story “
The Diocese remains extremely stretched financially and may have used its reserves by 2027. “Living Christ’s Story” is a diocesan ini�a�ve to test how costs can be cut while sustaining the Church’s ministry.
The PCC reported its views and concerns last year. The Diocese has yet to finalise any plans for a restructuring of the parishes within the Deanery.
Stained Glass window
The stained glass window approved last year in memory of Alan Beadnall, a former reader at St Mark’s, was installed in the plain light of the Memorial Chapel on the first Sunday of Lent. The window was donated by his family.
Repairs to the Tower.
We have raised £10,000 towards the £107,000 needed to repair the tower. We do not yet have sufficient funds to be able to a�ract grants. As we have always paid our full amount of our Free Will Offering St Mark’s should get a worthwhile contribu�on from the diocese.
Remembrance Sunday
We reverted to the pre-Covid prac�ce of holding a Church Service, preceded by a parade, which was con�nued at the cenotaph for the laying of wreaths and the reading of the names of the Fallen. Rev Graham Pacey conducted the service. A trumpeter from Marske band played the Last Post and Reveille. The Scouts and Guides were present.
Armis�ce Day
A short service was held at St Germain’s at 11 am by Rev Bruce Harrison and was well a�ended. Pupils from Errington School took part in the event.
Links with the schools
Errington School held their Christmas service at St Mark’s.
Links with the community
Reindeer Night this year without the reindeer! - was held on Thursday 8th December to coincide with the Marske Community Partnership event. The church was open the public, goods and refreshments were sold and singing of Christmas music was led by “Soundwaves” Saltburn, Marske and New Marske Parish Council held their Carol Service here this year. Music was provided by Marske Junior Brass band and the O’Dell singers.
Rockulele performed two concerts, one in summer and another just before Christmas. Redcar Food Bank Basic items of food have con�nued to be donated regularly at St Mark’s for onward delivery.
Parcels for Eastern Europe. Gi� filled shoeboxes for families in Eastern Europe were again donated by members of the congrega�on for onward transport.
We have con�nued to provide gi�s for the women’s refuge at Easter and Christmas.
The White House See separate Report
Elizabeth Fox
(Honorary secretary to the PCC0)
THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF MARSKE IN CLEVELAND
THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF MARSKE IN CLEVELAND
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2022
Notes UnrestrictRestricted Total Total Fund Fund 2022 2021 £ £ £
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2022
Receipts
| Receipts | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Incoming resources from donors | |||||
| Tax Efficient planned giving | 30958 | 30958 | 40011 | ||
| Gift Aid small donations scheme | 9133 | 9133 | 11154 | ||
| Collections | 5877 | 5877 | 3876 | ||
| Donations | 3217 | 3217 | 3719 | ||
| Income Tax Recovered | 10585 | 10585 | 12033 | ||
| Heating Grant from York Diocese | 1250 | 1250 | 0 | ||
| Activities for generating funds | |||||
| Christmas Bazaar | 2691 | 2691 | 825 | ||
| Sundry | 6221 | 6221 | 3483 | ||
| Income from Investments | |||||
| M & G Charifund | 3413 | 3413 | 3313 | ||
| Rent received from E E | 3063 | 3063 | 3063 | ||
| Church Activities | |||||
| Weddng/Funeral Fees | 12000 | 12000 | 16064 | ||
| Gross Income from Magazine | 2722 | 2722 | 3772 | ||
| White House | 9634 | 9634 | 5796 | ||
| White House Project | 10006 | 10006 | 25472 | ||
| Tower Fund | 6340 | 6340 | 0 | ||
| Sunday Club | 74 | 74 | 28 | ||
| Charitable Giving | |||||
| Children' Society & Others | 2691 | 2691 | 2302 | ||
| Funerals | 3019 | 3019 | |||
| TOTAL RECEIPTS | 117184 | 5710 | 122894 | 134911 | |
| Payments | |||||
| Church Activities | |||||
| Diocesan Parish Share | 57000 | 57000 | 57000 | ||
| Clergy Expenses | 2539 | 2539 | 1700 | ||
| Church Running Expenses | a | 29457 | 29457 | 14118 | |
| Fees (Weddings & Funerals) | 4359 | 4359 | 7650 | ||
| Fees ( Auditor & Surveyor) | 306 | 306 | 276 | ||
| Costs of trading (Magazine) | 4349 | 4349 | 4069 | ||
| White House | 12077 | 12077 | 8389 | ||
| White House Project | 7795 | 7795 | 19101 | ||
| Charitable Giving | 5613 | 5613 | 2151 | ||
| Sunday Club | 84 | 84 | 256 | ||
| Sundry | 1852 | 1852 | 1196 | ||
| TOTAL PAYMENTS | 119818 | 5613 | 125431 | 115906 | |
| Excess/deficit of Receipts over Payments | -2537 | 19005 | |||
| Bank current account as at 1st January 2022 | 25520 | 6515 | |||
| Bank current account as at 31st December 2022 | 22983 | 25520 |
| FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE | FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE | YEAR ENDED 31ST | DECEMBER 2022 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notes | Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Total | |
| Fund | Fund | 2022 | 2021 | ||
| £ | £ | £ | £ | ||
| STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES AS AT | 31ST DECEMBER 2022 | ||||
| CASH FUNDS | |||||
| Santander Bank Account | 22983 | 22983 | 25519 | ||
| TOTAL CASH FUNDS | 22983 | 22983 | 25519 | ||
| INVESTMENT ASSETS | |||||
| Lloyds Banking Group 73 Ordinary Shares | 33 | 33 | 35 | ||
| M & G Charifund 117.206 Accumulation Units | 33926 | 33926 | 33995 | ||
| M & G Charifund 2067 Income Units | 30375 | 30375 | 32166 | ||
| M & G Charifund 2045 Income Units (Parish Funds) | 30049 | 30049 | 31821 | ||
| 53065 | 64301 | 117366 | 123536 | ||
| Creditors | |||||
| TotalEnergies - Church | 1247 | ||||
| TotalEnergies - White House | 632 | ||||
| NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR THE | YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2022 | ||||
| a | |||||
| Heat & Light | 9093 | 9093 | 1740 | ||
| Other | 4082 | 4082 | 12378 | ||
| Stained Glass Window | 8487 | 8487 | |||
| White House Project | 7795 | 7795 | |||
| 29457 | 29457 | 14118 |
Approved by the Pariochial Church Council on 7th March 2023 and signed on its behalf by
Mrs Susan Clare Sotheran (Churchwarden)
Parish Magazine
Independent Examiner’s report To the PCC of St. Mark, Marske-in-Cleveland
Well how quickly has that year gone, or is it just me ge�ng older!?
I con�nue to produce the magazine with the same enthusiasm that I started with and hope that you all s�ll enjoy the content.
I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31[st] December 2022 which are set out in the preceding 2 pages
Responsibilities and basis of report
The success of the magazine is down to all you contributors and the kindness of people allowing me to use their brilliant photographs. We have a tough year ahead with the Tower repairs, however if we all pull together we will get there.
As the charity trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the Act’).
I report in respect of my examination of the charity’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Thank you for your con�nued support, don’t forget to send your recipes.
Joyce Cawthorne Church Magazine Editor:
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that there are no other material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
Joyce Cawthorne joycecawthorne@outlook.com
1 accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by section 130 of the Act;
or
2 the accounts do not accord with those records ; or Sunday Club
3 the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a ‘true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.
We have two children a�ending on a regular basis during term �me. We meet during the 9.30am service and start by holding our own service before our lessons, beginning with ligh�ng candles,
collec�on and prayers.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to collec�on and prayers. which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the
We have worked through the Jesse Tree, throughout the year learning about Jesus' ancestry and displaying our work in church.
accounts to be reached.
At the harvest fes�val the children brought food gi�s. We had a stall at the church bazaar. The children joined in the carol service, and both read.
Our thanks to Cynthia Snowball and Joan Hodgson for their help when needed with the children. We look forward to the next year with open hearts and minds and thank God for his con�nued blessings.
Mr J Gresham FCCA Azets New Garth House Upper Garth Gardens Guisborough TS14 6HA 27[th] March 2023
Sue Thompson & Mary Baker
St. Mark’s Ladies’ Fellowship
Although our numbers have dwindled these last two years, we s�ll have a loyal group of members who a�end out mee�ngs.
We are trialling having a coffee and chat mee�ng on the first Wednesday during the summer months. Hopefully some of the lapsed members will a�end.
Our AGM will be held on 17[th] May.
Jean Wardell
Chairlady
Marske Bellringers
This year we have been pleased to welcome four new recruits. Our recruits made such good progress that they were able to join our ringing for Queen Elizabeth II’s Jubilee. Later we rang all eight bells, half muffled, for the Queen’s death. All our ringers are back a�er COVID restric�ons and we con�nue to ring every Sunday and prac�ce every Monday evening.
Sue Sotheran
Marske Bellringers Accounts
| INCOME Weddings £ 240.00 subs £ 24.00 interest dona�ons £ 47.00 TOTAL £ 311.00 Balance 01/01/22 Plus Income Minus Expenditure Balance 01/01/23 |
EXPENDITURE subs £ 96.00 weddings £ 120.00 banner Heater £ 200.00 Christmas tree TOTAL £ 416.00 £ 222.08 £ 311.00 £ 533.08 £ 416.00 £ 117.08 |
|---|---|
Mothers’ Union
A�er our AGM in January last year, we con�nued to be run by Commi�ee holding a Monthly - Prayer Group (1[st] Monday 11am) and Main Branch Mee�ng (2[nd] Wednesday 1.45pm in White House).
In April we held our Lent Service in Church (kindly led by Rev David Tembey).
It was our special ‘Wave of Prayer’ Service in May at the close of which we made a presenta�on to our ‘soon to be re�ring’ Vicar and his ‘lovely wife Lynne’.
In July we held a Jubilee Strawberry Tea with entertainment and on August 9[th] a Service for Mary Sumner Day was held, followed by A�ernoon Tea - the two events raised £450 for Mothers Union chari�es.
During the 16 Days of Ac�vism Against Gender Violence (end November/December) some members observed the 3 mins silence at 1pm on Global Day and then on 3[rd] December held a Vigil in the Square with banners and handing out leaflets followed by a short Service in Church.
Throughout the year we regularly supported the local Women’s Refuge along with members of our Church congrega�on at Easter and Christmas.
Sadly, during the year we lost two of our longstanding members – Be�y Smuk & Freda Rowlands (each with over 65yrs service).
We now have a total membership of 38 which includes some ‘Indoor Members’, however due to age/illness many are now finding it difficult to get along to mee�ngs so a�endance at Branch Mee�ngs has con�nued to be lower than before Covid.
Jean Johnson (for Commi�ee)
Child Protection / Safeguarding
The Electoral Roll Statistics
Since the last update in MAY 2022 we have had 6 dele�ons
To date as of the 28TH JAN 2023
We now have a total of 160 people on the Parish Electoral Roll
132 who are resident within St. Mark’s Parish and 28 who reside outside the Parish.
David Dack
Electoral Roll Officer
I have welcomed Sue Thompson who has offered to support me with this role.
Due to changes made by the Church of England, all Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) now need to be renewed every 3 years instead of 5 years, so all new checks will be completed within the next couple of months.These checks will be for all Church Leaders, PCC Members, Church Wardens, Sunday Club Leaders, Messy Church Leaders, Choir Master and all other members responsible for regular ac�vi�es with children and vulnerable adults.
Carol Anderson & Sue Thompson
Child Protec�on and Safeguarding Representa�ve
St. Mark’s Choir
The Choir leads the worship at the 9.30 Sunday Eucharist and at services marking the major events of the Church Year. The music is deliberately varied in style so as to accommodate a range of musical tastes within the congrega�on. We aim to sing a short choral item at some 9.30 Eucharist services and at all major fes�vals.
Throughout 2022 the choir have sung and prac�sed as we did before the outbreak of Covid days.
The Nine Lessons and Carols service went ahead as usual together with some guests and some former members of the choir singing. This service was well a�ended despite our (then) disfunc�onal hea�ng sytem. A surprisingly large number of the congrega�on were not regular a�enders at St Marks.
St Mark’s is fortunate in having a small core of very loyal singers who a�end almost all prac�ces and services. We are only a small choir and every voice really counts. At press we have ten singers. N.B WE NEED RECRUITS IN ALL VOICES in order for us to fulfil our role at St Marks. The ability to read music is useful but not essen�al. We have just one short (enjoyable) prac�ce on Monday morning , and sing at one Sunday service - not much more commitment than is made by most regular members of the congrega�on already. The presence of a Choir however cannot be taken for granted.
Andrew Fox Organist and Choirmaster
Choir Accounts at 31[st] December 2022
Summary
Petty Cash Yorks BS
31/12/21 Brought Forward £ 24.19 £4722.45 Income Nil £ 204.51 Interest,+Coffees Expenditure Nil Nil Balance £ 24.19 £4926.96
Balance £ 24.19 at 31/12 2022
Audited by Ian Stoker.
For the purchase of robes,music,organ and piano repairs etc
The White House
This year the lights have been replaced and we have new curtains across the back of the main hall. Blinds have been fi�ed in the smaller hall. The driveway has had a thorough clean. We should have enough money in the fund to pay for decora�ng inside and out and it is hoped that decora�ng will be completed in the first months of 2023.
The improvements to the building have taken longer than an�cipated due to the effects of the pandemic. The end is in sight for our fund raising. It has been good to see new groups using the building and it is hoped that this increased interest will con�nue.
all enquiries about the White House to: Mrs. K.Callaghan tel. 07412656492 email: thewhitehousemarske@gmail.com
Friends of St Germain’s
We have con�nued to meet on a weekly basis to work in the churchyard over the year. Storms in April caused damage to the perimeter fence. It was causing an obstruc�on to an adjacent property, so we removed the broken fence and vegeta�on which was taken away by the council. A new sec�on of fence was erected, and volunteers completed the repair by applying preserva�ve to the new wood.
Bulbs were provided by the council which we planted in some of the graves with a grass base. This makes grass cu�ng easier for the council. Two enclosed areas containing graves had become very overgrown so we cleared the plants, put
down membrane and laid gravel. It has greatly improved the appearance and has remained free of vegeta�on.
Later in the year the small entrance gate post was replaced, and the gate re-hung. A new fastener was fi�ed to the large gate. The entrance in the corner of the churchyard needs a new post and the gate needs repairing. The perimeter fence had become unstable due to a broken post. This has been stabilised but needs the post replacing as a permanent repair. The bin store has been repaired and re-installed outside the perimeter fence by the council following our request.
The Remembrance Day service took place with Errington school pupils reading the roll of honour.
Marske Fishermen’s choir lead the Christmas carol event in the churchyard. This was well a�ended and dona�ons to our group were gratefully received.
Gill Haveron
Children’s Society
The Annual emptying of the House Boxes started in October, and a�er a slow return of the boxes to Barbara Fishpool, Barbara was able to bank to the Children's Society £562.12,
which was a lovely amount. If you want, or know of anyone who would like a box at home, please get in touch with Barbara, or any church officer.
We must thank Barbara for all her hard work.
Chris�ngle
The Chris�ngle Service was held on Sunday 11th December 2022. It was led by Reverend Bruce Harrison, with Ann in charge of the music. The sum of £456.23 was raised and sent off to The Children Society on Monday 12th December.
A coffee morning was held in the White House in October to raise the funds needed to buy the oranges, sweets, and things to make the Chris�ngles.
So, thank you to all who helped in any way at both these events. We couldn't do it without your help and kindness.
Sue Beach
Messy Church
COVID affected our numbers very badly and we were obliged to cancel a couple of our mee�ngs in the spring. Since the summer we have welcomed our regular members back and have seen new families join us.
In the autumn we concentrated on New Testament stories - 'Calling the disciples', 'Feeding the five thousand', 'The wedding in Cana' and 'Invita�ons to the party'. Our a�ernoon ends with tea together.
Our younger members always have something to take home with them, usually a cra�, because they will have eaten the food ac�vity. Thank you to our team of leaders who create an a�ernoon of fun and learning for our families.
Cynthia Snowball