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St Peter ad Vincula

Wisborough Green

Annual Parochial Church Meeting 6th April 2025

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St Peter ad Vincula, Wisborough Green

Agenda for the Annual Vestry Meeting to elect Churchwardens And the Annual Parochial Church Meeting 2025

Sunday 6th April 2025 - 12.00 noon in the Church

Opening Prayers

Annual Vestry Meeting

  1. Election of Churchwardens

Annual Parochial Church Meeting

  1. Apologies for absence

  2. Minutes of the APCM dated 21st April 2024

  3. Matters arising (not on the current agenda)

  4. Election of parochial representatives of the laity to the Parochial Church Council

  5. Parish Reports:

Questions are welcome from parishioners whose names are entered on the roll of the parish with regard to the following reports received from the Parochial Church Council:

The following reports can also be found in the APCM Booklet and are to be noted: Alpha Course Bellringers Communications Flower Arrangers Home Group & Christian Education House Group Messy Church Mission Action Plan Music Music Group Prayer Group Sacristans Safeguarding St Peter’s Luncheon Club Pastoral Care Team Triple Mission Wizzy Tots Xpresso

  1. Stewardship

  2. Any Other Business

The Grace

CONTENTS

Page(s)

Annual Trustee Report and Financial Statements of the PCC .......................... 1 - 14 (including Minutes of the Annual Parochial Church Meeting 23[rd] April 2024) Vicar’s Report .......................................................................................................... 15 Electoral Roll Report ................................................................................................ 15 Fabric Report ........................................................................................................... 16 Report on Proceedings of Deanery Synod .............................................................. 17 OTHER ANNUAL REPORTS (in alphabetical order) Alpha Course ........................................................................................................... 18 Bell Ringers ............................................................................................................. 18 Communications ...................................................................................................... 19 Flower Arrangers ..................................................................................................... 21 Home Group & Christian Education ........................................................................ 21 House Group ........................................................................................................... 22 Messy Church .......................................................................................................... 22 Mission Action Plan ................................................................................................. 22 Music ........................................................................................................................ 23 Music Group ............................................................................................................ 23 Prayer Group ........................................................................................................... 23 Sacristans ................................................................................................................ 24 Safeguarding Report ............................................................................................... 24 St Peter’s Luncheon Club ........................................................................................ 24 St Peter’s Pastoral Care Team ................................................................................ 25 St Peter’s Triple Mission .......................................................................................... 25 Wizzy Tots ................................................................................................................ 26 Xpresso ................................................................................................................... 26

St Peter ad Vincula, Wisborough Green

ANNUAL REPORT

AND

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

OF THE

PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL

For the year ended 31 December 2024

CONTENTS

Page Minutes of the APCM 2024 ........................................................................... 2 Trustees Annual report ................................................................................... 5 Annual Financial Report ................................................................................ 8

The Church of St Peter ad Vincula, Wisborough Green, West Sussex RH14 0DZ

Incumbent: The Reverend Clive Jenkins, The Vicarage, Glebe Way, Wisborough Green

Independent examiner: Mr. Christopher Edwards, Durbans, Wisborough Green

Bankers: The Co-operative Bank, Southway, Skelmersdale

Registered Charity no: 1133950

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The Parish Church of St Peter ad Vincula

in the benefice of Wisborough Green Minutes of the Annual Parochial Church Meeting Sunday 21st April 2024

The meeting started at 12.45 p.m. with the Rev Clive Jenkins in the chair and attended by the churchwarden and 24 members of the congregation.

ANNUAL VESTRY MEETING

Election of Churchwarden

Rev Jenkins opened the Vestry Meeting.

  1. Election of Churchwarden – Rev. Clive Jenkins said that Henrietta Warwick has agreed to continue as Churchwarden for the coming year. He also asked if anyone would be prepared to stand as either a Churchwarden or deputy Churchwarden. Unfortunately, no one came forward at the meeting. It was proposed by Jamie Daniell, seconded by Angela Craddock that Henrietta Warwick be appointed as Churchwarden with all in favour. Clive Jenkins thanked Henrietta for all her work during the year. The Vestry Meeting closed at 12.50 p.m.

ANNUAL PAROCHIAL CHURCH MEETING

  1. Apologies for absence Apologies were received from Denise Denny, Wendy Duff, Gill Cooper, Val Mourilyan, Helen Vause, Dave Foxon and Annie Daniell

2. Minutes of the APCM. 23/04/23

The Minutes of the meeting held on the 24[th] April 2023 had been circulated prior to the meeting. There were no questions, so Jamie Daniell proposed, and Jean Vinall seconded the motion to approve the Minutes as a true and accurate record of the meeting which was carried unanimously.

3. Matters arising

There were no matters arising.

4. Election of parochial representatives of the laity to the Parochial Church Council

Rev Jenkins said the current PCC members who have agreed to continue to serve as detailed on their respective nomination forms are Chris Harris, Jamie Daniell, Rosemary Crafter, Suzanne Mosley, Judy Moorey and Sue Nicholls. Dave Roberts and Tricia Howarth are retiring. There were two further nominations, Dave Foxon and Gill Cooper and a motion to elect all the nominees en bloc was proposed by Geoffrey Venables, seconded by Angela Craddock, and was carried unanimously by the meeting. Rev Jenkins thanked all those who had served and were continuing to serve on the PCC. Henrietta Warwick as Churchwarden is not an elected member of the PCC, and Marion Jenkins as the representative for the Deanery Synod is exofficio and was re-elected last year for three years. Like Clive Jenkins Marion does not need to be listed here.

5. Parish Reports

(a) Annual Report and Financial Statements Rev Jenkins confirmed that Jamie Daniell would continue to be Treasurer and asked the congregation if they had any questions to ask Jamie over the financial statements that had been circulated

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previously. Jamie thanked everyone for their continued financial support for the church and thanked Zoe Hall for her work with the book-keeping. Geoffrey Venables asked for some clarification how the monies were being donated to the Triple Mission. Jamie explained that the money raised at the weekly Xpresso mornings on Fridays was going towards our Triple Mission along with other fundraising events for the specific groups. So far, £1000 had been raised from June to December 2023. Clive Jenkins thanked Chris Edwards for the work he had done to ensure that the accounts were audited and set out correctly.

Since there were no further questions relating to the accounts. Rosemary Crafter proposed, and David Warwick seconded the motion : ‘That the Accounts for 2023, as inspected by Christopher Edwards (Independent Examiner), are accepted as a true statement of accounts of the Parish Church of St Peter ad Vincula, Wisborough Green, for the year ended 31[st] December 2023’. The motion was carried unanimously.

Jamie Daniell proposed, and David Warwick seconded the motion : ‘That Christopher Edwards be re-appointed as the Independent Examiner of Accounts for St Peter ad Vincula for the year-ending 31[st] December 2024’. The motion was carried unanimously.

  1. (b) Vicar’s Report – Clive Jenkins reported that it had been a busy year, particularly looking after Kirdford and Plaistow. As a United Benefice we are the largest geographical area in the Diocese. It is a joy to serve Wisborough Green parish and a big thank you to all who make the services happen.

Robert Armistead commented that Clive has so much to do across both parishes and asked if he was happy to carry on with the increased workload. Clive answered that he was very happy to continue.

  1. (c) Electoral Roll report – Rosemary Crafter reported that there were 93 names on the Electoral Roll.

63 are resident in the parish and 30 outside the parish.

  1. (d) Fabric report –Henrietta Warwick reported that the Fabric Report is in the APCM Document.

We are due to have the Quinquennial Inspection in 2024. The five yearly inspection of the church and grounds to ensure that everything is sound.

5 (e) Deanery Synod.

The Deanery Synod report is in the document along with all the other parish reports.

6 Stewardship – David Warwick reported on the Stewardship Scheme. Many people contributed via the Parish Giving Scheme.

7 Any other business –

Clive Jenkins then presented Sheila Armistead with a bouquet of flowers in recognition of all her work over the last 20 years of organising the coffee mornings (Xpresso) held on Friday mornings. On the first Friday morning of the month a small group also cook bacon butties.

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Doris Smallwood asked if the service times could be changed occasionally with Kirdford so that Wisborough Green could swap times. At present, Kirdford meet at 9.30 and Wisborough Green at 11.00. A discussion took place. Clive said that it could be discussed at the next PCC meeting.

The meeting concluded with the Grace and closed at 1.10 p.m.

………………………………..

Rev. Clive Jenkins

Date

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Parochial Church Council of St Peter ad Vincula, Wisborough Green Registered Charity no. 1133950

Trustees Annual Report for 2024

Structure, Governance and Management

The Parochial Church Council (PCC) is registered with the Charity Commission as required by the Charities Act 2011. Its governing document is the Parochial Church Councils (Powers) Measure 1956.

Membership of the PCC is determined under the Church Representation Rules and consists of certain Ex officio members, the Churchwardens and members of the Deanery or General Synods together with members of the church who are elected by the Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM). Members of the congregation are warmly encouraged to stand for election to the PCC and an attempt is made to ensure a balance of skills and experience where possible.

The primary objective of St Peter’s PCC is the promotion of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to the doctrines and practices of the Church of England. The PCC has the responsibility of co-operating with the incumbent, the Rev Clive Jenkins, in promoting in the ecclesiastical parish the whole mission of the Church pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical.

The PCC oversees the general financial dimension of the work of St Peter’s by monitoring income and expenditure, budgeting, maintaining appropriate financial controls and coordinating the annual Christian Stewardship review of donations through planned giving.

The Standing and Finance Committee is made up of the Incumbent, the Churchwardens, the PCC Secretary and Treasurer. It meets between meetings of the PCC and sets the agenda for the next full PCC meeting. It has the power to transact the business of the PCC between its meetings, subject to any directions given by the Council.

During the year, the following served as members of the PCC:

EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: The Reverend Clive Jenkins Incumbent and PCC Chairman Mrs. Henrietta Warwick Churchwarden

Mrs. Henrietta Warwick Churchwarden
ELECTED MEMBERS (and responsibilities): ELECTED MEMBERS (and responsibilities):
Mrs. Sue Nicholls PCC Secretary
Mr. Jamie Daniell Treasurer and Deanery Synod Member
Ms. Rosemary Crafter Electoral Roll Officer/Safeguarding
Mr Chris Harris Graveyard Records
Mr David Foxon No designated responsibility
Mrs. Marion Jenkins Deanery Synod Member
Mrs. Gill Cooper No designated responsibility
Mrs. Judy Moorey No designated responsibility
Mrs. Suzie Moseley No designated responsibility

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Aspects of Church Life at St Peter’s

Prayer:

Individual and corporate spirituality through prayer groups, quiet mornings, intercessions, retreats, and a weekly parish prayer meeting which specifically prays for the life and work of all at St Peter’s are encouraged. During 2024 these activities were continued, and a prayer focus meeting took place occasionally.

Worship:

The worship environment and range of services offered is reviewed at intervals, together with an exploration of the liturgical and musical resources, traditional and modern, available. In 2024, the pattern of worship included Sung Communion, All Age Communion and Time for God. Joint services, ‘Together at Ten’, took place when there was a 5[th] Sunday in the month and on other occasions, at St Peter ad Vincula Wisborough Green, St John the Baptist, Kirdford and Holy Trinity, Plaistow in turn.

Christian Education:

Through the promotion of daily Bible study guides and house groups, which meet regularly throughout the year, church members are encouraged to grow in faith. In June at St Peter’s and September in Midhurst, five members from the groups were prepared for Confirmation and Confirmed by the Bishop of Horsham in 2024.

Christian Stewardship:

The teaching and impetus about Christian giving and stewardship of our time and talents, as well as our money is maintained. All are regarded as a trust from God to be utilised in his service. Focus is put on requesting a review of such giving and encouraging new members to give as appropriate. Those who already do so, on a regular basis are acknowledged with grateful thanks. The opportunities for giving have been extended through the use of a card reader, allowing contactless payments to be made whenever the Church building is open.

Young People:

Every opportunity is sought for children and young people to learn and experience Christian life, fellowship and worship through the Time for God service and special family services at Christmas and Easter. There is a strong link with the local primary school which is encouraged to visit the church and hold major festival services there for all the children during term-time. ‘Wizzy Tots’, the mothers and toddlers’ group, has continued to be popular and meets regularly in Church on Thursday mornings. ‘Messy Church’ took place four times during 2024, three at St Peter’s and the summer holiday session at Kirdford Village Hall.

Pastoral Care:

Pastoral care and friendship is offered to those who are housebound or otherwise in need. Newcomers to the village are welcomed and issued with a booklet containing useful information and contact details. A village car and library service is available for those who require it. The village car service continued in 2024.

St. Peter’s Mission Team

There is a focus on mission both in the UK and the wider world, and in 2024 a number of charitable causes were supported ranging from local to international, including the Triple Mission charities - Diocesan Family Support Work, Youth with a Mission in Uganda and CMS in Israel.

Social Development:

An attempt is made to develop an enhanced sense of fellowship both within the church community and the village through the organization of a range of social activities. During 2024 Xpresso, the Friday Coffee Morning in Church did not close during school holidays and was very popular, also the Village Lunch was reinstated. Monthly Film Nights – ‘Movies with a Message’ began again in the autumn.

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General Review of the Year

The Annual Parochial Church Meeting was held on Sunday 21st April 2024. Henrietta Warwick was re-elected as Churchwarden.

The Incumbent met regularly with the Churchwarden and the Standing and Finance Committee as well as full PCC meetings which were held regularly throughout the year.

Church finances continued to be closely monitored and for this, thanks are extended to PCC Treasurer, Mr. Jamie Daniell. Mrs. Zoe Hall, a professional bookkeeper, who was employed during 2019, continued her duties as a financial assistant. The annual accounts, audited by Mr Chris Edwards, together with the Annual Financial Report for 2024 appear elsewhere in this booklet.

It is important to note that the ministry within and beyond St Peter’s is a shared enterprise and as such, there are many people who are actively involved – too many to mention by name. Mrs. Sue Nicholls was re-elected as the PCC Secretary and thanks go to her as well as to all the members of the PCC and everyone who shares in the ministry of St Peter’s, great or small, as together we discern God’s call to us in the service of his Kingdom.

In 2024 there were 96 parishioners on the church electoral roll.

Services

The average weekly attendance in 2024 at services was 53 adults (16+) and 6 children.

Mention has already been made of the ‘Together at Ten’ joint services, which have been held at St Peter ad Vincula Wisborough Green, St John the Baptist, Kirdford and Holy Trinity, Plaistow when there has been a 5[th] Sunday in the month.

Thanks are due to Director of Music, John Vinall, David Warwick, Gill Parish, members of the Choir and the Music Group’s instrumentalists for the work they put in to making sure our services are so enriched by music at St Peter’s.

Rather than the traditional house to house collections made in previous years in Christian Aid week, the last three years a Christian Aid Breakfast (Big Brekkie) has been held in Church during our weekly coffee morning, Xpresso. Last year this was on Friday 17th May and was well supported.

At the Village Fete on August Bank Holiday Monday 2024 we were able to have a stall promoting some of the activities of St Peter’s.

Holy Week and Easter saw us join with our friends from Kirdford and Plaistow as we shared Good Friday and Easter across the different churches.

Harvest Thanksgiving service was held on Sunday 22nd September with food bank harvest gifts going to Diocesan Family Support Work. On Saturday 28th September, we held a Harvest Supper for both parishes at Kirdford Village Hall.

Christmas services included our Traditional Carol Service and All-Age Nativity Service on Christmas Eve with many attending both these services and on Christmas morning.

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Annual Financial Report

of

The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of St Peter Ad Vincula, Wisborough Gree n

St Peter Ad Vincula Church, Wisborough Green, RH14 ODZ Registered Charity No. 1133950

For the year ended 31[st] December 2024

CONTENTS

Page
Treasurers Report 9
Statement of receipts 10
Statement of payments 11
Summary of financial receipts and payments 12
Statement of assets and liabilities 13
Report of the independent examiner 14

The financial statements of the PCC have been prepared in accordance with the Charities Act 2011 and current Church Accounting Regulations, using the Receipts and Payments basis.

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Treasurers Report

For the financial year ended 31st December 2024 To the APCM of St. Peter ad Vincula

The Financial Statements for the year to 31st December 2024 are attached.

Overall the results have been satisfactory, even though an operating loss of £4,222 is shown. This result embraces an expenditure of £9,700 taken from the current account towards the costs incurred in re-ordering the north aisle. It should be noted that income from donations and legacies was down by £12,000 as against 2023 and is something which will need to be addressed during the forthcoming year. Total Expenditure increased by £1500 during the same period.

Worthy of note is the contributions to General Funds and to our Triple Mission project that were made by various groups whilst providing valuable service to the community:

XPRESSO: The regular coffee morning held in church each Friday morning resulted in payments totalling £3,153 being made to the 3 Triple Mission charities.

WIZZY TOTS: A session held in church on Thursday mornings for mothers and toddlers contributed £637 into church funds whilst providing an excellent outreach and service to the community.

FLOWERS: The talented team of flower arrangers generated donations of £1,694 mainly by providing a top quality service at good value to wedding couples.

BELLRINGERS: Even though the home-based ringers now only number 2 people, ringing at weddings with the help of ringers from surrounding parishes generated £177 into church funds.

LUNCH CLUB: This great institution continues to thrive by providing good value lunches to all from the village who wish to attend. The purpose has always been to run this on a breakeven basis and with the help of sponsorship from Bellmans, Billingshurst Lions and some individuals, the financial goal was achieved once again with a minimal deficit of £164 for the year. Additional sponsorship is kindly being provided by Dandelion Farewells for 2025.

The Parish Council increased their contribution towards maintenance of the churchyard and church clock to £1500 for the year, which is much appreciated and still remains as the only external grant received.

Our thanks are due to Zoe Hall for providing a bookkeeping service along with preparation of the accounts. For the accounting year 2025 this service will now be provided by Zoe, but as part of her duties as an employee of Tulip Accounting, who are based in the village. This will provide us with an ongoing sound and professional service to look after our finances.

Jamie Daniell

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Notes to the Annual Financial Report 3 Analysis of total received Unles￿¢ted Totsl Totol Genera": Designed Funds Endowed Al Fund5 AIIFund5 Fund Fund 2024 2Q23 Plan ned gpAng le¥cl. tsx refundsl Grft Aid Envelopes Loose cash collÉftions £50.020.73= £2,636.10= £5.952.86' É5.020.50= £4.267.53= £0.￿- £0. £0.00 £0.00 É50IJ20.73 É2fi36.10 ÉSP52S6 £5A12050 £426753 £otso £53,619.55 £2,645.55 £8,513.75 £2,970.00 £3,449.33 £4,OtlO.00 £0.00 £0. £0.00 £0.00 £o.(x) £0.00 £000 Donations £0.00 £0.00 Gift Aid recovered £0. £0.00 £0.00 L4acies Building prO1￿t Special collettions Grants IPar1sh Council Churcbyardl Donations and leS￿les Fees for w&dings & funerals Ch2httlÈ ￿Ie$ £0. £0.00 £0.00 £o.(x) £0.00 £000 £otso £0￿. £o.(x):. £0.00 El.500.00 £0.00 £0.00 £oJJo £0.00 £1sooJJo £1,250.00 É69397.72." £76,448.18 £9286J)O £11,140.4Q É9286JlO £2J,140.4CP £oJJo £0.00 £0.00 £67￿97.72 £9.286.00". £9286m:. £0.(￿" £offjo É1500ffj0 £0.00 Éoffjo £0.00 £000 £offjo £0￿0 Éoffjo Christrnas Caros £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 Fundrai5ingActwities Misc ￿leS £380.￿" £o.(KJ £0.00 £0.00 É380XJO £7,453.14 £0.00 £O.CM)" £o.(x) £0.00 £0.00 Éotso Open Gardens 'Parish Organisions Parish magazine advertising Harvest Festival and Supper Wizzy Tots Venue hi￿ Ichurchl Other tr￿ling ￿ll￿tieS Bank & CBF deposit inter￿t M&G investment bond divKlend £o(x)' £0.00 £0￿0 £0.00 £9.477.61= £7.705.￿" £O.CM)- £0. £0.00 £0.00 £9A77ts1 É7.705JIO £otso £11,196.62 £3,342.00 £0.00 £o.(KJ £0.00 £0.00 £o.(x) £0.00 £0.00 E158.45= £0.00 £0.00 £158A5 £258.99 £0.￿: £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £oJJo £0.00 £17.721J)6" £1.846.09" £o.(K).= £offjo £offjo Éoffjo É17.721A16 £1￿46￿19 £0￿0 £22,250.75 £1,658.49 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £o.(x) £0.00 £0.00 m&GCaP￿al knve5tments £0.￿" £io.000. £0.00 £0.00 £10￿00J)o £11￿6￿19 £9,0(30.00 £10,658.49 £1￿46￿)9-. £10￿00110 £offjo Éoffjo Other receipts Money Raised for Other Chartties Other receipts Tthal rÈceived on al funds £772.93= £o.(x) £0.00 £0.00 £772S3 £3f30.00 £o.00-: £0.00 £33650 £000 £33650 £274.5 £77293". £offjo £33650 £0.00 £1.109A3 £574.50 £97523SO £10￿00￿0 £lJ3650 Éo.00 É109.36030 £121,072.32 10

Notes to the Annual Financial Report Analysis of total paid: Unresthtted Tot Totol GenÈral.' DÈslznatÈd Funds RÉstrfrted Endowed l Funds Afi Funds Fund Fund 2024 2023 Generating Funds HarV￿t FI0￿£r F￿tiVal and Supper Lunch Club £0.00:. £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £oJJo £45.00 £0.00:. £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0￿0 £0.00 £3.407.44:" £387.15:. £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £3A07A4 £387.15 £3,549.42 £117.03 Xpresso Christmas Tree Festival £0.00:" £0.00 £0.00 £O.OD Éo.00 £1.659.84 Open Ga￿ell5 Cost of rri5ing lunds Charitable grants and donatk)ns Parish share to ChichÈst¥ Dioceso £0.00:. £0.00 £0.00 £O.OD Éo.00 £0.00 £3,79459 £4A52.74:. £40.723.00 £0￿0 £0.00 £0￿0 £3,79459= £4￿52.74 É40.723JlO £5,371,29 £3,9J2.44 £39,398.00 £2.970.94 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 Organist, Choir and Music Ministry Costs Mission & evangelism costs Messy Church. Wiz2yTots . Youth Utilities includ ing insurance (church &vicar3gel Printin8. photocopy, office e4pense Other regular chu rch ru nnin8 Costs Wedding & Funeral Fees to Diocese CouncilTax £1.662.50 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 É1ffi6250 -£374.47:. £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 .£374A7 £1,132.57 £0.00 £000:. £0￿0 £149.60.. £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 É149SO £213.75 £8J22.96 £3,503.23 £3￿69.08.. £2.310.00'. £lJ75.51 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £8J22S6 £350323 £3*69.08 É23IOJlO £IA7551 £5.608.49 £4,023.52 £4.392.61 £3,754.00 £1.784.41 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 New buildin8 work Flowers £20.581.46 £2,510.68:. £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 É20581A6 £2510.68 £317.00 £0.00 £0.00 £O.OD £3.610.07 Bell ringers Ch¥tt&le costs £600.00:. £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £600.00 £720.00 £9108629 £9,738.77". £7.286.89 ÉOAJO £0.00 £offjo É91IIB629 É9.738.77 £7286ts9 £74,837.80 £10.177.00 £6.587.00 Church yard and Clock Magazine printin8 & e¥pense Organ Maintenance Church maint. And iulecoration £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00:. £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £1,560.00 £13,282.58 £0.00 £1.335.85:. £0.00 £1335S5 Éoffjo Bank Charges Othertrad ing costs Trading c05t5 Tota paid on ai funds £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £340.75:. £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £340.75 £252.28 £18,70226 EOJ)O £0.00 £offjo E18,702.26 £31,858.86 É113583.14:. Éoffjo £0.00 Éoffjo £113583.14 £112,067.95 11

Summary of Financial Receipts and Payments Unrestrirted rotol Total General- Design*ed Funds Endowed l Funds All Funds Fund Fund 2024 2023 Income and endowments from: Donations and legacies Charitable ￿tiv[tieS £67,897.72". £9,286.00:. £17.721.06:. £0.00 £1.500.00 £0.00 £69.397.72 £76A48.18 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £9.286.00 £11.140.40 Other trading actwttie5 Investments £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £17.721.06 £11.846.09 £22250.75 £10.658.49 £1,846.09:. £10,000.00 £0.00 £0.00 Other r&reipts Internal Transfers (not new income) Total reteived £772.93:. £0.00 £336.50 £0.00 £1.109.43 £57450 £o.oo'. £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £97.523.80 £io.ooo￿o £1836SQ £0.00 £109,360.30 £121.072.32:. Expenditure on: Cost of rais ing f unds Charitable costs £3.794.59-: £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £3.794.59 £537129 £70.504.83:. £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £70,504.83 £74￿20￿0 Building works Trad ing costs other payments £20,581.46:. £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £20,581.46 £18.702.26 £317.00 £18.702.26:. £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £31￿58￿6 £0.00:. £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0￿0 Total paid £113.583.14 £ofjo £0￿￿ £0.00:. £113.583.14 £112.067.95:. Reconciliation offunds.. Net income or Inet expenditure) -£16,059.34 £10,000.00 £1.836.50 £0.00 -£4.222.84 £9￿04.37 Transfers between f unds £0.00: £0.00 £0.00 EO.00 £0.00 EO.00 Net movement in funds -£16.059.34.. £10.000110 £lJ3650 EO.00 -£4,222.84 £9￿0437 Bank accou nts at l January 2024 E36,442.36:. £36,442.36 £27.437.99 Current accou nt at 31 Derernber £2,302.98:. £29,916.54:. £2.302.98 621034 Reserve accou nt at 31 Derember £29,916.54 30232.02 Bankaccounts at 31 December £32,219.52. £32,219.52 £36,442.36 -£4,222.84 -£4,222.84 £9,004.37 12

Statement of Assets and Liabilities UnreSt￿t Total Total Genera. DesiBnated Fund.. Funds Restiicted Endowed All Funds AIIFunds Fund Fund 2D24 2023 Assets: Bank cu r￿rtt a/c 79809642 Bank ￿SerVe alc 79830846 Pcc-owned bank balance £2.302.98'. £0.00 £offjo £0.00 E2,302.98 £6.21(P.34 £29.916.54'. EO.00 £0.00 £0.00 £29,916.54 £30,232.02 £32.2 19.52 '. £0.00 £0￿0 £0.00 £32,219.52 £36.442.36 Diocesan Ass igned Fe￿ receiva Total bank deposit ￿COUnts Debtors Eo.00 EO.00 £0.00 EO.00 £0.00 £32,2LY.52 £0.00 £o.Do £o.uo £32,219.52 £36,442.36 Wdding f&s yet ￿e1Ved Local A￿thorItY grant for churchydrd Gift Aid recoverable £0.00:. £0.00 £offjo £0.00 EO.00 £(p.00 £o.oo'. EO.00 EO.00 £0.00 EO.00 £tp.00 £o.oo'. £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 EO.00 £0.00 Debtors £D.oo'. £0.00 £0.00 £O.DO £0.00 110001592S CBF Inve51menl Fund ILuxforé I 110001149F CBF Fix& Interest Fund ILuxfordl Investment a55ets at market walue £0.00.. £0.00 £0.00 £51 ￿41.09 £51,841.09 £50.681.08 £2.538.02 :. £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 E2.538.02 £2,463.65 £2,538.02 £0.00 £0.00 E51￿41.D9 £54,379.11 £53,144.73 M&G FiK& lrnt Chari Bond EoJ)0.' £69.471.83 £o_oo £0.00 £69,471.83 179.003.72 Investment assets at cost £0.00.. £69A71.83 £O.DO £0.00 £69N71.83 £79,003.72 £0￿0:. £0.00 £0￿0 £0.00 EO.00 £0.00 Total assets £34,757.54 £69A71.83 £O.DO £51*4l.D9 £I56,070A6 E168,590.81 Lkbllldes: Unpr￿ented ch￿UeS Bal. from Drdin4e Project Grave Yard Mainl £0.00 £offjo £0.00 EO.00 £(p.00 Eo.00 EO.00 £0.00 EO.00 £tp.00 £0.00 £offjo £0.00 EO.00 £(p.00 Unpaid Diocesan fees for w&dingshunerals EO.00 EO.00 £0.00 EO.00 £tp.00 Total Ilabllltles ED.OO'. ED.00 £O.DO £O.DO EO.00 £0.00 13

IndepeDdeDt Euminer's Report to the PCC of St Peter Ad Vincula Chllrcb, W￿borough Green for the year ended 31" December 2024 I retX)rt on the accounts for the year ended 31" December 2024. Respective responsibilities of the Trustees and Independent Examiner As Trustees of the charity, the members of the PCC are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. They Considff that an audit 13 not rcquircd for this year under s144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent e￿qminatIon is needed. It is my responsibility to Examine the accounts under s145 of the 201 l ACL Follow the procedure laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Conllnission under s145(5Xb) of the 2011 Act; and To state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of Independent Examiner's Ststement My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commis5101L An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with these reo)rds. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts. and seeking explanations from the management committee concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in a fidl audiL and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the accounts. IndependeDt ExamiDers Statement In connection with my e￿9M]natIO￿ no matters have come to my attentio which give me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements have been met to keep accounting rccords in accordance with sl 30 of the 20112 ACL or to prepare accounts which accord with these accounting records have not been met: or to whic14 in my Opinio￿ attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Signed on (date)......... By Christopber E Edwards. Durba￿, Wisborough Green 14

Vicars Report 2024

“The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of our God endures forever” Isaiah 40:8

Wars, and elections, filled 2024! Ongoing strife in our world, whether through man’s inhumanity to man or natural disasters has made many in our parish respond generously by supporting a number of emergency appeals from the Government and various aid agencies. Thank you to those who donate to our FSW food bank that fulfills an important role in providing for the ‘basics’ for many in our Diocese.

The Church is visible on a Sunday as we gather together for worship, but during the week much goes on behind the scenes to ensure that pastoral care and loving support is offered to young and old alike. It has been good to see both parishes working together in this last year with joint services and social events which will, I am sure, grow and develop in the future enabling new friendships.

I’m always incredibly thankful for so many who give of their time and energy to make a difference here. Henrietta Warwick our Church Warden, Jamie Daniell our Parish Treasurer, Rosemary Crafter our Safeguarding Officer and Sue Nicholls our PCC Secretary, who all work incredibly hard. Often behind the scenes to ensure that ‘Church’ happens, and not just on Sundays. They are not alone, John Vinall our Director of Music and David Warwick who co-ordinates the music group ensure that our services are filled with praise and worship from hymns to more modern worship songs, in which our choir and musicians faithfully and regularly lead us. Miles Jarvis who prepares the Powerpoint with the words and stunning pictures for the screen for every service. From Home Group leaders to those who arrange the impressive flower displays in Church, to those who lead ‘Wizzy Tots’ and the Task Force Team who tackle the churchyard maintenance programme. For Roland Zilz our ‘Ad Vincula’ editor and his faithful band who deliver the Parish Magazine, with news and views every month. For those who organize the Village Lunch and co-ordinate the guest list, lay the tables, serve the delicious food and clear away, thank you.

On Advent Sunday I announced my intention to retire in May 2025. This means the process of appointing a new incumbent will become an all-absorbing endeavour for the PCCs here and in Kirdford with Plaistow during 2025. I am sure that with everyone working together a Parish Profile and Job Specification can be provided for the Bishop to approve and begin the procedure of an appointment. Thank you for your love and prayers for Marion and myself, over the last ten years as we have seen many changes in St Peter’s. We will continue to pray for you as you begin a new chapter in the life of this vibrant and beautiful Sussex Parish. May the Lord continue to bless you as your journey on in faith and trust.

Clive Jenkins, Vicar

Electoral Roll

The Electoral Roll was amended in March 2024. The New Roll has 96 names. Of these 67 are resident in the parish and 29 live outside the parish boundary.

Rosemary Crafter Electoral Roll Officer

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Fabric Report 2024

New Installations

Heating

The existing oil fired boiler has continued to function during the year but will be replaced in 2025

Routine Repairs

Repairs have been carried out to outside lights including replacing some of the posts. There has been regular maintenance of the interior lights.

Cracks in Chancel

These continue to be monitored but no further action has been deemed necessary by the Goddard Partnership.

Churchyard

The Future

Finally, many thanks to all who volunteer to keep the Church clean and for those who produce beautiful flower arrangements. Thanks also to those who contribute to keeping the Churchyard clean and tidy. Their work is greatly appreciated by visitors and the congregation.

Henrietta Warwick (Churchwarden)

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Petworth Deanery Synod Report

There were only two meetings held during 2024.

On 16[th] May the meeting was held at St Mary’s, Petworth. Gerald Gresham-Cooke spoke about the work of PACT (Petworth Area Churches Together), outlining the events organised by them. These included twice yearly talks by high profile Christian speakers, a service followed by lunchtime talks during the week for Christian Unity, coffee mornings and the food bank organisation. There was some discussion about funding for PACT and it was recognised that PACT made a positive impact through the events it organises.

John Preston, the new Diocesan Secretary attended the meeting. He spoke about his previous work as Diocesan Secretary in Worcester and as National Stewardship Officer for the Anglican Church. He gave his insights on a 35% reduction in church attendance since the pandemic, children’s work, financial challenges and the difficulties in finding volunteers. He made the point that, since joining the Chichester Diocese, he had noted that Lay Readers are under-used in the Diocese.

The second meeting was held at St John the Baptist, Kirdford on the

17[th] September when The Venerable Luke Irvine-Capel, Archdeacon of Chichester, came to speak to us about the role of an archdeacon.

We were told that an archdeacon is expected to be oculus episcopi which means The Eyes of the Bishop. Archdeacon Luke went on to list some of his many responsibilities overseeing the institutional life of the church. Personally, he said that he saw his role as trying to bring the love of the church to people and felt it to be an enormous privilege. He particularly enjoyed Sundays where he could cover parish vacancies - of which there are many!

He finished by saying that he had to be flexible as he never knew what would be around the next corner, having spent a morning trying to oversee the removal of a bull from Church land. (NB - a couple of months after our meeting, Archdeacon Luke turned the next corner to find himself appointed as Bishop of Richborough),

The July 2024 General Synod Report had been circulated to deanery synod members but there were no comments regarding this at the meeting. We were encouraged to look forward to the many events running for the Diocesan Year of Faith 2025, especially the Service of Celebration on 24th February at St Mary’s, Petworth arranged for the Petworth, Storrington and Midhurst areas. Bishops Martin and Ruth would be in attendance.

Marion Jenkins Deanery Synod Representative

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OTHER ANNUAL REPORTS (in alphabetical order)

ALPHA COURSE 2024

The Alpha Course was advertised over Christmas 2023 to run in January 2024, but there were no takers for that year.

We have continued to meet with members of the 2023 Alpha Group at the Vicarage and together did the Bible Society course on ‘Romans’ A letter that makes sense of life, which again, like the Bible Course was delivered by Dr. Andrew Ollerton in a very clear and concise way.

If you would like to be part of a Home group or would like to do the Alpha Course please let me know, It’s a very flexible and adaptable course, I really recommend it.

Clive & Marion Jenkins

BELLRINGERS REPORT FOR 2024

We are very short of ringers—at present only two in the parish—and therefore reliant on ringers from other churches, particularly Kirdford and Billingshurst, in order to ring. With their help we were able to ring for five weddings during the year and also to ring on the fourth Sunday of the month for the All Age Communion service. This has not always been possible, however, due to lack of availability of other ringers.

We started the year having a regular practise night on two Monday evenings a month, but again, this has lapsed as there are not enough ringers available or able to commit to a regular session.

We hosted the annual Sussex County Association of Change Ringers Western District carol service in December which was well attended and included a ringing session before the service and refreshments afterwards.

We have had several groups of visiting ringers during the year and they are always complementary about the bells.

Henrietta Warwick

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COMMUNICATIONS

AD VINCULA MAGAZINE

The Ad Vincula Team in 2024 consisted of Roland Zilz (Editor and Acting Advertising Coordinator), Marion Jenkins (Assistant Editor), Distribution Team, comprising – Henrietta Warwick (Magazine receipt and sorting), Rosemary Crafter (Distribution Coordinator), Roger Moody (Postal Copies) and a large and dedicated team of “Deliverers”. I am very grateful for the hard work put in by all the team members but, especially, for all our deliverers, both regular and temporary, for ensuring that the printed copies of Ad Vincula could continue to be made available to each household throughout the year. As usual, an electronic version was placed monthly on the church website and links to this were published on various social media sites.

Throughout the year, the magazine size ranged from 48 to 56 pages. As reported last year, it was decided to change the “advertising year” to March 2024 to February 2025 to reduce the workload just before Christmas. All existing advertisers whose accounts were up to date were offered 2 free months (January and February 2024).

On renewals for March 2024 onwards, as is usual, we lost a few advertisers from the previous year – 6 not renewing and 4 removed due to non-payment. We did, however, gain 5 new advertisers through the year. As a result, the number of advertising pages was reduced from 19 in 2023 to just over 14 by March 2024 but grew to just over 15 pages by November. The numbers printed were kept at 850 throughout the year, enabling copies to be placed in local pubs and businesses as well as being delivered to every household in Wisborough Green (a total of 693 households).

The magazine continued to be printed by Bishops Printers near Portsmouth and the quality of the print remained at a very high standard. Throughout 2024, Bishops held their prices once again which meant we ended the year with a reasonable surplus.

An additional source of income comes from those wishing to take advantage of our useful distribution network, by placing an ‘insert’ into the magazine for which we charge £100 a time.

A summary of the 2024 financial situation is given below:

Ad Vincula Magazine 2023 Finances:

Item Income Expenditure Surplus Advertisers: £7,139.00 Inserts (Parish Council): £400.00 Printing: - £6,239.00 Totals: £7,539.00 £6,239.00 £1,300.00

CHURCH WEBSITE

https://www.wisboroughgreenparishchurch.org.uk/

The website is maintained by Roland Zilz and provides comprehensive information about the church and its activities. The costs of hosting the website (£106.80) and renewing our two domain names, wisboroughgreenparishchurch.co.uk (£15.60) and stpeterswg.org.uk, (£16.80) have increased slightly since 2023 by a total of £7.20 making the total for the year now £139.20 . No other costs were incurred during 2024.

A test website was set up by our service provider (IT3) in 2023 to allow a new website, running the latest Joomla Content Management System (CMS) or

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“operating system”, to be developed and tested in parallel with the existing site. Progress has been rather slow, unfortunately, as it is only Roland Zilz that is available to do the work. It is hoped to be ready to change over to the new site sometime during 2025

SOCIAL MEDIA SITES

Church Facebook Site - https://www.facebook.com/stpeterwg/

A Facebook page for the church has been in existence since early 2016 with Marion Jenkins and Roland Zilz as Administrators. Since the last report, the number of “followers” has increased slightly from 205 to 208. There is clearly a potential for using Facebook as a vehicle for disseminating information and for engaging with people, but it needs to be kept up to date with interesting posts to keep them engaged. Sharing posts to the wider Wisborough Green Noticeboard increases exposure to over 4,400 people.

Church Instagram Account - https://www.instagram.com/stpeterwg/

A Church Instagram Account was established in August 2017 in an attempt to reach those who don’t use Facebook for whatever reason. Since the last report, the number of “followers” has increased marginally from 53 to 54.

Church YouTube Channel –

- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC DFmoSoRRC1l5NK7jrvIXw

The facility to live-stream services and events in Church was installed and commissioned in August 2023. During 2024, there were only two Regular Services live-streamed – Sung Communion on 19 May and on 16 June. There was a Time for God Service (14 July) and the Christmas Nativity Service (24 December) recorded but not made Public due to the presence of children. The Christmas Carol Service (22 December) was also recorded and made Public. Other services livestreamed or recorded included a Marriage Blessing on 5 July (live-streamed). Finally, at the request of the school, the Wisborough Green Primary School’s Carol Service on 19 December 2024 was recorded and was made available only to the school.

Some considerations for the future of live-streaming / video recording:

  1. A policy on the live-streaming/recording of services/events where children are present is needed;

  2. Additional volunteers need to be recruited in order to share the load of operating the system.

All previous video recordings remain available via links on our website.

No costs are directly associated with any of the above social media sites.

Roland Zilz

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FLOWER ARRANGERS REPORT 2024

2024 saw the church decorated with flowers by members of the flower team, both for the regular Sunday services and the church festivals of Easter, Harvest and Christmas. In March a few of us attended another presentation and demonstration for Sustainable Church Floristry, organised by Dandelion Farewells. We had the chance to meet local flower farmers and came away with more good ideas for ways to approach floristry in a more eco-friendly way without the use of the traditional non-biodegradable Oasis products. Where this is still a challenge, particularly for weddings, we are now able to purchase a more eco-friendly product avoiding the use of plastics. We have also bought a pair of large secondhand urns and pillars which we can use with chicken wire. These have now been repainted in readiness for upcoming weddings.

This year, in addition to pre-making Mother’s Day posies, we did this as an activity in the Time For God services, although there were not many children in church that day, the rest of the congregation joined in very enthusiastically.

We had another busy year with Weddings ranging from a very contempory wedding using only Gypsophila to a large-scale wedding where we needed so much foliage we were invited to forage car loads of foliage from the bride’s family garden and woods!

Jean Vinall stepped down from the rota at the beginning of the year, we are very grateful for all her help over the years—thank you.

Katy Christopherson

HOME GROUP & CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

A Bible Study Home Group is a very special part of our church, providing a supportive and nurturing environment where friends can delve deeper into their faith. It allows people to connect with like minded individuals and grow in their understanding of the Scriptures.

Being part pf a Bible Study Home Group means having a circle of caring individuals who can offer prayer, encouragement and practical assistance when needed. The bond formed within the group creates a safe place where members can share their burdens, seek guidance and find solace in the midst of life’s trials and joys.

During this past year we have been guided through Lent with Dr. Paula Gooder, in her booklet “Lentwise”. A study of “The Sermon on The Mount” was a personal challenge and sharing together in our Group we were able to be positive in our thoughts. During Advent a new look through the eyes of Zechariah, Mary and Gabriel brought some new thoughts to the wonders of the Christmas Story.

The Wednesday evening Home Group is held in homes central to our village. We meet at 7.30 p.m. every two weeks having breaks during holidays etc. Please contact Doris Smallwood, 01403 700606. Doris.smallwood@icloud.com for more information and you will receive a warm welcome.

Doris Smallwood

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HOUSE GROUP 2024

A group of 10/12 of us meet at my house on alternate Tuesday mornings to discuss and study a Bible based course. We break during July and August but still occasionally meet for a chat as it’s important for those of us on our own or for those needing the support of friends to keep in touch.

Last year we studied the Bible Society’s challenging Romans Course and in the Autumn a 7 week ‘Responding to the Image of God’ Advent Course. Currently we are following a ‘Let’s be Honest about our Doubts’ Course, which generates much discussion and we are all finding it thought provoking.

Helen Vause

MESSY CHURCH 2024

We have continued to run Messy Church during 2024 across the parishes of Kirdford with Plaistow and Wisborough Green, with the team now well-mixed with people from across our churches. The format of starting with ‘breakfast’ has continued, with fruit, croissants, juices and tea/coffee. When possible, we run Messy Church on a morning during the school holidays as this seems to suit families.

February half term was the beginning of Lent and our theme reflected this, held at St Peter’s, with 30 children plus their adults in attendance. Our May session celebrated our God and the evidence of Him all around us. In August we reused the large Noah’s Ark beanbag game that was created for the Wisborough Green Village Fete (thank you to Dave Foxon and Matt Corby for transportation!) This time the session was held in Kirdford Village Hall with all activities reflecting ‘Noah’s Ark’. Our October half term session enabled us to face our fears and to pray for God’s protection over us. We did not run a Christmas Messy Church due to the timing of the holidays this year.

Many thanks to everyone involved with the running of Messy Church and all you do to make the sessions a great success. If anyone would like to join the team, please let Marion or Henrietta know.

Marion Jenkins

MISSION ACTION PLAN

The Mission Action Plan is discussed at each PCC meeting and reviewed biannually to assess what progress has been made to achieve its aims. Over the last year participation has been encouraged in Church led activities by a wider section of the community, through Wizzy Tots, Xpresso and the Village Lunch. In addition, Time for God services and Messy Church sessions have been successful in drawing in families, resulting in several baptisms and increased attendance at services. The profile of the Church has been raised through having a stall at the annual August Bank Holiday Fete. This year incorporating a Noah’s Ark game, which generated a lot of participation.

Henrietta Warwick

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MUSIC REPORT 2024

We haven’t been able to add to our diminishing choir numbers again this year although we have been delighted to welcome some guest singers at various times.

The regular members of the choir have, yet again, given tireless support to the church and to me with their loyalty and devotion

We are becoming more disrupted with illness and health difficulties as a few of us age.

The Carol Service was well received after many weeks of preparation and the help of a few guests.

The organ is in good voice and we are fortunate to have such a good instrument to lead our worship.

My thanks to David and the members of the music group for their great support on alternate weeks.

My thanks also to Henrietta for her knowledge and guidance. She also keeps the choir library in good order, which is no mean feat.

Many personal thanks to Miles Jarvis for his skilful and beautiful screen presentations which enhance our services every week.

John Vinall

THE MUSIC GROUP

The music group continues to contribute to services on the second and fourth Sundays. We have four regular players, Gill Parish, Jamie Daniell, Rachel Crisp and myself at the Time for God Services. We are pleased that Juliet Ryall has now also joined the group at the TFG service. We are joined by Bob Sillett at most All Age services. We have welcomed Rosemary Crafter to this group following an appeal for new members early in the year. Although Annette Clifford has now moved out of the parish to Chichester, she still has been able to join us on several occasions. My thanks to all the players for their support during the year. My thanks are also due to John Vinall who has deputused on the keyboard on several occasions.

As ever I would be pleased to hear from anybody who would like to join our music making in these services either regularly or just on an occasional basis.

David Warwick

PRAYER GROUP

The Prayer Chain continued to operate for emergency ‘arrow prayers’ for people in distress of one sort or another e.g. hospital operations, bereavement, relationship difficulties. These are always completely confidential. Members of the Prayer Chain are displayed on the noticeboard in Church and anyone can be contacted at any time.

The Fish Net Prayers on the font in Church has been used continually.

The Tuesday Prayer Group met throughout the year at Clock House at 4.30 to 5.00 p.m. For more information please telephone Wendy Duff on 01403 700295.

Wendy Duff

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SACRISTANS REPORT

There are currently six team members who do their best to ensure that all is ready for the celebration of Eucharist whenever it takes place. We would welcome more team members as this would allow for the possibility of easy replacement when emergencies arise.

The Sacristan makes the altar ready for the service; puts out the communion vessels and linen; lights the candles and prepares the bread and wine. After the service is finished the communion vessels are washed and all cleared away. It is a privilege to serve in any way at church, but we are, nevertheless, appreciative of those who take on this particular service. Henrietta, Church Warden, prepares the rota of people to help—as well as being a stand-in Sacristan on occasion! Thank you Henrietta.

It is wonderful to have a team of people, working as Sacristans, who are so willing and capable. We owe them all our grateful thanks for the work they do. Thank you.

Jean Vinall Sacristan Team Leader

SAFEGUARDING REPORT

The Diocese carried out a Safeguarding Review in January 2024 and the parish was awarded the SQP level one certificate.

Safeguarding continues to be discussed at each PCC meeting and the Parish Safeguarding Officer ensures that all Diocesan guidance is discussed and implemented. During the year two new PCC members and one existing member completed their recommended Diocesan Safeguarding training.

DBS checks are carried out for all those involved in groups within the parish working with children and vulnerable adults. New volunteers who have not had a recent DBS check will be contacted by the Parish Safeguarding Officer. Those who have a DBS in place will be asked to undertake the necessary training.

In accordance with Diocesan guidance we have a Safeguarding statement on the front page of the church website with links to the Parish Safeguarding policy statement and contact details for relevant people and organisations within the parish, Diocese and wider community. This drew praise at the Safeguarding Review. The Safeguarding Policy is also on display in the Church porch and the Safeguarding Handbook is in the Vicar’s vestry.

Rosemary Crafter Safeguarding Officer

ST PETER’S LUNCHEON CLUB

The lunches were all provided by our excellent caterer Kate Knight.

There was a lunch in January, February, April, June, September and November. The number of guests attending was on average 60 to 65.

The meals served ranged from roast turkey and all the trimmings, beef casserole, cottage pie, roast belly pork, salmon and chicken salads and roast beef.

Many thanks go to all the helpers who assist to make the lunches so enjoyable.

Gillian Gough

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ST. PETER’S PASTORAL CARE TEAM

We are still going to new people in the village with a welcome pack when we know and hear about them.

The car service is still offered and used. Thanks go to a couple of new volunteers who kindly offered to drive this year but we could still do with more. Thank you Jennie Burr who arranges this service.

We welcome Lariesa Jarvis who will be the lady to ring for help in any way in the village. Any further help and involvement will be given by our team.

Suzanne Mosley

ST. PETER’S TRIPLE MISSION

Our Church is privileged to support our Triple Mission by prayer, action and finance.

It gives us all an insight into three very difference groups, all working in the power of the Lord Jesus

Family Support Work continues to thrive although finances are difficult. Our Practitioner for the area, Kirsty, is a joy to help and we support the Monday morning sessions for vulnerable families in Petworth and act as another pair of hands on walks in the park, visits to farms and bi-annual weekend camp in Dalesdown. Our congregation is wonderful giving to the Food Bank.

Rachel, Eric and family are settled in Uganda. The children are happy at school and Eric continues his roving ministry, preaching the Gospel, while Rachel teaches health and hygiene to women’s groups.

Church Mission Society. It is a constant worry and joy to support Kevin and Jen in Jaffa/Tel Aviv but they have remained steadfast in their love and prayer for the people. They are able to share the Lutheran church to take services and to run a toddler group. Things are changing now for them and we will be welcoming new CMS partners for 2025,

We are so grateful to the support you give from Xpresso and for all the love, interest and prayer.

Judy Moorey

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WIZZY TOTS – ST PETER’S TODDLER GROUP

WIZZY TOTS – ST PETER’S TODDLER GROUP 2024

Wizzy Tots continues to run in St. Peter’s Church on Thursdays mornings during term time from 10.00-11.30 am. We provide hot drinks for the adults and water, fruit and biscuits for the children halfway through the session. We have many and various toys which are set up on a red carpet, in the north aisle of church, and on mats in front of the pews by the chancel arch.

The store cupboard in the north aisle accommodates all the Wizzy Tots toys and the Mums and Grandparents help pack up before we end the session with singing time.

We continue to be a happy and welcoming group where friendships are made between the mothers, grandmothers and the toddlers. Do let your neighbours with little ones know we are here. Many thanks to Henrietta; and to Judy for all her help and ensuring everyone has a drink upon arrival and continuing to provide and prepare fruit for the children each week! Please speak to Henrietta if you would like to help at Wizzy Tots occasionally.

Marion Jenkins

XPRESSO

Our Friday coffee morning continued to be well attended by people of all ages in 2024, with churchgoers, villagers and dog walkers coming to enjoy coffee, tea and home-made cakes in church.

Clive and his team cooked bacon butties on the first Friday of the month and this remains popular.

Sheila Armistead was thanked at the APCM following her retirement and we are grateful to Gillian Gough for ordering stocks as necessary.

All proceeds from Xpresso supported our Triple Mission Charities.

Rosemary Crafter

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ANNUAL STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTS FOR YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2024. PETER AD VINCULA CHURCH, WISBOROUGH GREEN

Notes to the Annual Financial Report

3 Analysis of total received

3 Analysis of total received
Unrestricted Restricted
Fund/s
General
Designated
Fund
Funds
Planned giving (excl. tax refunds)
Gif Aid Envelopes
Loose cash collectons
Donatons
Gif Aid recovered
Legacies
Building project
Special collectons
Grants (Parish Council Churchyard)		 £
£50,020.73
£2,636.10
£5,952.86
£5,020.50
£4,267.53
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£1,500.00
Donatons and legacies £67,897.72 £0.00 £1,500.00
Fees for weddings & funerals £9,286.00 £0.00 £0.00
Charitable actvites £9,286.00 £0.00 £0.00
Christmas Cards
Fundraising Actvites
Misc Sales
Open Gardens
*Parish Organisatons
Parish magazine advertsing
Harvest Festval and Supper
Wizzy Tots
Venue hire (church)		 £0.00
£380.00
£0.00
£0.00
£9,477.61
£7,705.00
£0.00
£158.45
£0.00		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
Other trading actvites £17,721.06 £0.00 £0.00
Bank & CBF deposit interest
M&G investment bond dividend
M & G Capital		 £1,846.09
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£10,000.00		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00
Investments £1,846.09
£10,000.00		 £0.00
Other receipts
Money Raised for Other Charites		 £772.93
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £0.00
£336.50
Other receipts £772.93
£0.00		 £336.50
Total received on all funds £97,523.80 £10,000.00 £1,836.50

ST

Endowed
Fund/s		 Endowed
Fund/s		 Total
All Funds
2024		 Total
All Funds
2023
£
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £
£50,020.73
£2,636.10
£5,952.86
£5,020.50
£4,267.53
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£1,500.00		 £
£53,619.55
£2,645.55
£8,513.75
£2,970.00
£3,449.33
£4,000.00
£0.00
£0.00
£1,250.00
£0.00 £69,397.72
£76,448.18
£0.00 £9,286.00 £11,140.40
£0.00 £9,286.00 £11,140.40
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £0.00
£380.00
£0.00
£0.00
£9,477.61
£7,705.00
£0.00
£158.45
£0.00		 £0.00
£7,453.14
£0.00
£0.00
£11,196.62
£3,342.00
£0.00
£258.99
£0.00
£0.00 £17,721.06 £22,250.75
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £1,846.09
£0.00
£10,000.00		 £1,658.49
£0.00
£9,000.00
£0.00 £11,846.09 £10,658.49
£0.00
£0.00		 £772.93
£336.50		 £300.00
£274.50
£0.00 £1,109.43 £574.50
£0.00 £109,360.30 £121,072.32

ANNUAL STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTS FOR YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2024. PETER AD VINCULA CHURCH, WISBOROUGH GREEN

Notes to the Annual Financial Report

Analysis of total paid:

Unrestricted Unrestricted Unrestricted Restricted
Fund/s		 Restricted
Fund/s
General
Designated
Fund
Funds
Generatng Funds
Harvest Flower Festval and Supper
Lunch Club
Xpresso
Christmas Tree Festval
Open Gardens		 £
£0.00
£0.00
£3,407.44
£387.15
£0.00
£0.00		 £
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
Cost of raising funds £3,794.59 £0.00 £0.00
Charitable grants and donatons
Parish share to Chichester Diocese
Organist, Choir and Music
Ministry Costs
Mission & evangelism costs
Messy Church, Wizzy Tots , Youth
Utlites including insurance (church & vicarage)
Printng, photocopy, ofce expense
Other regular church running costs
Wedding & Funeral Fees to Diocese
Council Tax
New building work
Flowers
Bell ringers		 £4,852.74
£40,723.00
£1,662.50
-£374.47
£0.00
£149.60
£8,822.96
£3,503.23
£3,869.08
£2,310.00
£1,875.51
£20,581.46
£2,510.68
£600.00		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
Charitable costs £91,086.29 £0.00 £0.00
Church yard and Clock
Magazine printng & expense
Organ Maintenance
Church maint. And redecoraton
Bank Charges
Other trading costs		 £9,738.77
£7,286.89
£0.00
£1,335.85
£0.00
£340.75		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
Trading costs £18,702.26 £0.00 £0.00
Total paid on all funds £113,583.14 £0.00 £0.00

ST

Endowed
Fund/s		 Endowed
Fund/s		 Total

All Funds

2024		 Total
All Funds
2023
£
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £

£0.00

£0.00

£3,407.44

£387.15

£0.00

£0.00		 £
£45.00
£0.00
£3,549.42
£117.03
£1,659.84
£0.00
£0.00 £3,794.59
£5,371.29
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £4,852.74

£40,723.00

£1,662.50

-£374.47

£0.00

£149.60

£8,822.96

£3,503.23

£3,869.08

£2,310.00

£1,875.51

£20,581.46

£2,510.68

£600.00		 £3,912.44
£39,398.00
£2,970.94
£1,132.57
£0.00
£213.75
£8,608.49
£4,023.52
£4,392.61
£3,754.00
£1,784.41
£317.00
£3,610.07
£720.00
£0.00 £91,086.29 £74,837.80
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £9,738.77

£7,286.89

£0.00

£1,335.85

£0.00

£340.75		 £10,177.00
£6,587.00
£1,560.00
£13,282.58
£0.00
£252.28
£0.00 £18,702.26 £31,858.86
£0.00 £113,583.14 £112,067.95

ANNUAL STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTS FOR YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2024. ST PETER AD VINCULA CHURCH, WISBOROUGH GREEN

Summary of Financial Receipts and Payments

Unrestricted Unrestricted Unrestricted Restricted
Fund/s		 Restricted
Fund/s		 Endowed
Fund/s		 Endowed
Fund/s		 Total
All Funds
2024
General
Designated
Fund
Funds
Income and endowments from:
Donatons and legacies
Charitable actvites
Other trading actvites
Investments
Other receipts
Internal Transfers (not new income)		 £
£
£67,897.72
£0.00
£9,286.00
£0.00
£17,721.06
£0.00
£1,846.09
£10,000.00
£772.93
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £
£1,500.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£336.50
£0.00		 £
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £
£69,397.72
£9,286.00
£17,721.06
£11,846.09
£1,109.43
£0.00
Total received £97,523.80 £10,000.00 £1,836.50 £0.00 £109,360.30
Expenditure on:
Cost of raising funds
Charitable costs
Building works
Trading costs
Other payments		 £3,794.59
£0.00
£70,504.83
£0.00
£20,581.46
£0.00
£18,702.26
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £3,794.59
£70,504.83
£20,581.46
£18,702.26
£0.00
Total paid £113,583.14 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00
£113,583.14
Reconciliaton of funds:
Net income or (net expenditure) -£16,059.34 £10,000.00 £1,836.50 £0.00 -£4,222.84
Transfers between funds
Net movement in funds
Bank accounts at 1 January 2024
Current account at 31 December
Reserve account at 31 December		 £0.00
£0.00		 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00
-£16,059.34
£10,000.00		 £1,836.50 £0.00 -£4,222.84
£36,442.36
0		 0 0 £36,442.36
£2,302.98
0
£29,916.54
0		 0
0		 0
0		 £2,302.98
£29,916.54
Bank accounts at 31 December £32,219.52 £32,219.52
-£4,222.84 -£4,222.84

Total All Funds 2023 £

£76,448.18 £11,140.40 £22,250.75 £10,658.49 £574.50 £0.00 £121,072.32 £5,371.29 £74,520.80 £317.00 £31,858.86 £0.00 £112,067.95 £9,004.37 £0.00 £9,004.37 £27,437.99 6210.34 30232.02 £36,442.36 £9,004.37

ANNUAL STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTS FOR YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2024. PETER AD VINCULA CHURCH, WISBOROUGH GREEN Statement of Assets and Liabilities

Statement of Assets and Liabilites
Unrestricted Restricted
Fund/s
General
Designated
Fund
Funds
Assets:
Bank current a/c 79809642
Bank reserve a/c 79830846		 £
£2,302.98
£29,916.54		 £
£0.00
£0.00		 £
£0.00
£0.00
PCC-owned bank balance
Diocesan Assigned Fees received		 £32,219.52
£0.00		 £0.00
£0.00		 £0.00
£0.00
Total bank and deposit accounts £32,219.52 £0.00 £0.00
Debtors
Wedding fees not yet received
Local Authority grant for churchyard
Gif Aid recoverable		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00
Debtors £0.00 £0.00 £0.00
110001149F CBF Fixed Interest Fund(Luxford)
110001592S CBF Investment Fund (Luxford)		 £0.00
£2,538.02		 £0.00
£0.00		 £0.00
£0.00
Investment assets at market value £2,538.02 £0.00 £0.00
M&G Fixed Int Chari Bond £0.00
£69,471.83		 £0.00
Investment assets at cost £0.00
£69,471.83		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £0.00
Total assets £34,757.54 £69,471.83 £0.00
Liabilites:
Unpresented Cheques
Bal. from Drainage Project
Grave Yard Maint
Unpaid Diocesan fees for weddings/funerals		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
Total liabilites £0.00
£0.00		 £0.00

ST

N

Endowed
Fund/s		 Endowed
Fund/s		 Total
All Funds
2024		 Total
All Funds
2023
£
£0.00
£0.00		 £
£2,302.98
£29,916.54
£32,219.52
£0.00		 £
£6,210.34
£30,232.02
£0.00
£0.00		 £36,442.36
£0.00
£0.00 £32,219.52 £36,442.36
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00 £0.00
£0.00
£51,841.09
£0.00		 £51,841.09 £50,681.08
£2,463.65
£2,538.02
£51,841.09 £54,379.11 £53,144.73
£0.00 £69,471.83 £79,003.72
£0.00 £69,471.83 £79,003.72
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00
£51,841.09 £156,070.46 £168,590.81
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00		 £0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00

Independent Examiner's Report to the PCC of St Peter Ad Vincula Chllrcb, Wisborough Green for the year ended 31" December 2024 st I report on the accounts for the year ended 31 December 2024. Respective responsibilities of the Trustees and Independent Examiner As Trustees of the charity, the members of the PCC a￿ responsible for the preparation of the accounts. They consider that an audit is not rcquired for this year under s144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent eKqmination is needed. It is my responsibility to Examine the accounts under s145 of the 201 l Act: Follow the procedure laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission under s145(5Xb) of the 2011 Act; and To stste whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of Independent Examiner's Statement My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with these records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the management committee concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in a full audit, and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the accounts. IndependeDt Examiners Statement In connection with my examination, no matters have come to my attentio which give me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements have been met to keep accountin8 r¢cord3 in accordance with s130 of tbe 20112 Act; or to prepare accounts which accord with these"accounting records have not been met; or to Whic￿ in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Si￿ed on (date) . L￿kncL t L.,?. By Christopher E Edwards, Durbans, Wisborough Green