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Loving, growing, serving in Jesus’ name
The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of Ottershaw (Charity no 1134029) Guildford Road, Ottershaw, KT16 O0PB
ANNUAL REPORT
and FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st DECEMBER 2024
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| Annual Report
9 Independent Examiner's Report
10 Statement of Financial Activities
ii Balance Sheet
12 Notes to the financial statements
18 Trust Funds
See separate document for Group Reports
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Vicar Revd Mark Potter
independent Examiner
Michelle H Matthews 13 Mapledrakes Ciose, Ewhurst, Surrey, GU6 7QR
Bankers
CAF Bank Ltd, 25 Kings Hill Avenue, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent MEI9 4JQ
Christ Church, Ottershaw — Annual Report
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Christ Church Parochial Church Council (PCC),
working with its Vicar, is responsible for promoting the life and
mission of the church in the parish of Ottershaw.
As a church, we want to provide a warm welcome, a sense of
community and care in times of need. We want Christ Church to be a
place where people can worship together, grow in their faith and learn
to share that faith with others. We are committed to working with the
community and with other churches in the South Runnymede area.
Christ Church is part of the Church of England
Christ Church PCC is registered as Charity No 1134029 and PCC
members are Charity Trustees.
Christ Church PCC is also responsible for the maintenance of the
church buildings and grounds. It leases the Village Hall (Brook Hall) to
a village trust.
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Parochial Church Council membership
Members of the PCC are either ex-officio or elected according to Church Representation Rules at the Annual Church Meeting, normally held annually in April each year.
In 2024-2025 the following were members: Clergy Revd Mark Potter Church Wardens Mrs Denise Williams and Mr Bob Scott Deanery Synod Reps Mrs Olivia Towie (Deputy Warden) and Mr Bob Scott Elected (8) Mr Dan Pearson Mrs Geralyn Logan (Secretary) Mrs Linda Lyons Mrs Lesley Matthews
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Elected cont
Mr Stuart Logan Dr David North-Coombes Mr Roger Pashley (Treasurer) Mr Geoff Sheehan One elected vacancy
Co-opted
Mrs Sarah Vullo
In attendance
Miss Monica Hall (Families worker)
Other Officers and posts
Mrs Geralyn Logan (Safeguarding Officer.) Mrs Sheila Binns (Archivist) Mr Hugh Towie (Tree Warden) Mrs Pryia Grantham-Hall (Electoral Roll Officer) Mir Bill Matthews and Mrs Denise Williams (Village Hall representatives) Mr Nigel Perryman (Stewardship Recorder)
The PCC met 5 times between April 2024 and March 2025 with an average attendance of 8.5 members being 83% of the membership (last year 8.5 members & 85% of membership)
Other Committees The following committees are responsible for planning and carrying out work in the parish and reporting to the PCC
Standing Committee Chair: Revd Mark Potter
This is the only committee required by law. It has power to transact the business of the PCC between its meetings, subject to directions given by the PCC.
Finance Committee Chair: Mr. Roger Pashley This committee is responsible for reviewing and monitoring financial policies including outward giving. It reviews and monitors the annual budget and assists the Treasurer with stewardship and the financial management of the parish.
Premises Committee Chair: Mr Geoff Sheehan
This committee is responsible for the care and maintenance of the church building, its contents and the graveyard. Events Chair: Lesley Matthews
This committee is responsible for organising social and fundraising events.
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Annual Report 2024/2025
APCM Vicar’s Report April 2024
As | look back over the past twelve months, my heart is full of gratitude. This has been a year of both challenges and blessings, a time of testing but also of deep encouragement. As a church, we have faced practical difficulties—issues with our lighting, the necessary electrical inspections, the repair of the vandalised window in the parish room kitchen, and, most recently, our heating system requiring a new part to ensure its full and safe operation. Yet, through it all, we have seen God’s hand at work, leading us to new opportunities to share His love and strengthening our bonds with one another and our village community.
One of the greatest joys has been seeing the growing connection between our church and the school children, their parents, and our wider community. This is evidence of God moving among us, drawing hearts closer to Him, and opening doors for the Gospel to be shared in fresh and meaningful ways.
Church Development Plan: Growing in Discipleship and Worship Reflecting on our Church Development Plan, it is good to see the ways in which God is bearing fruit among us. Our goal of deepening discipleship, nurturing a greater love for Jesus, and fostering theological confidence within our worshipping community remains at the heart of all we do.
| have been encouraged by conversations with many of you, where | have witnessed a growing hunger for Christ and a deepening commitment to spiritual growth. Our home groups have been a great blessing, providing a space for members to engage with Scripture and each other in profound ways. The Romans course at the vicarage was a particular highlight—though | recognize that some found it challenging at times, it was a joy to see such rich discussions taking place. The Pudding Club home group has been faithfully working through | John’s Just /0 series, unpacking the Ten Commandments and considering how they shape our daily lives. Prayer continues to be at the centre of our vision. We have made progress in embedding a culture of prayer in all aspects of our ministry. The practice of gathering for prayer before every 9am service is now a regular and valued discipline, and our new weekly prayer meeting on Monday evenings has begun as a dedicated time for lifting up our church and village before the Lord. It is my hope that more of us will join in this vital work of intercession.
Children, Youth, and Family Ministry
One of the greatest privileges of ministry this year has been our work among children, youth, and young families. We continue to sow seeds of faith in the lives of our young people, trusting that God will bring about a harvest in His time. Our school assemblies
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and RE lessons have been a real joy, providing opportunities to share the unwavering hope that comes from knowing Jesus.
The growth of Noah’s Ark and Xtreme has been wonderful to witness, with good attendance and engagement, albeit slightly lower numbers than a year or so ago. Our youth group is thriving, and | believe the next step is to deepen the sense of discipleship and spiritual formation among our young people. To this end, | have been in conversation with Jo Hastings about the possibility of running a Youth Alpha course, potentially in collaboration with the school. Please join me in praying for wisdom and guidance as we explore this exciting opportunity.
Messy Church continues to be a source of delight, bringing together children and families in a relaxed and creative environment where they can encounter Jesus. A special thank you to Monica and her dedicated team, who pour so much love and effort into making these gatherings possible. Likewise, our toddler group on Monday mornings remains a vital outreach, welcoming around fifty infants, parents, and childminders each week.
| cannot stress enough the importance of praying for our children and young families. The world they are growing up in presents them with challenges that previous generations did not face in the same way. Research strongly indicates that ministry in and around schools is one of the most effective ways to reach young people with the Gospel. As we look ahead, we must continue to invest in this area, seeking creative and Spirit-led ways to draw families closer to Jesus.
Financial Stewardship and Provision
As we continue to step forward in faith, we also recognize the importance of ensuring the financial viability of our church. | am humbled by the generosity of our congregation and the ways in which God has provided for us. It is a testament to His faithfulness that the predicted deficit has not materialized to the extent | expected. We give thanks for God’s provision and trust Him to continue sustaining us as we seek to be good stewards of His resources. Thanks also go to Roger, Nigel and Codge for there excellent service in this area.
PCC and Leadership
This year has been another fruitful one for our PCC. Though we have had weighty matters to discuss (such as the proposed PLF services which continue to be debated at general synod), | have been encouraged by the spirit of unity and discernment that has characterized our meetings. The willingness to engage in difficult conversations with grace and wisdom speaks volumes about the heart of our church. A special word of gratitude goes to Bob Scott, who is stepping down as church warden following his stroke in October. Bob’s dedication, meticulous attention to detail, and care for the practical running of the church have been an immense blessing to us all. Bob, we continue to pray for your recovery and thank you so much for your phenomenal, devoted service. Bob will continue to serve on the PCC.
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Worship and Preaching
Our Sunday services continue to be a place of spiritual nourishment and encounter with God. The Yam service has firmly established itself as a liturgical, moderntraditional space where the Gospel is proclaimed, and worship is offered in a reflective and reverent manner. Thus far we have had one month where we have had two Sundays with hymns at the 9am. The irony is that as the heating failed in the church we have not been able to implement this yet. However, this will happen once we get back into church, with Adam Creen playing on the first Sunday and Mary Earl playing on the 3™ Sunday.
Meanwhile, our 10:30am service provides an accessible and engaging time of worship for many, with the change to having three songs back-to-back allowing for deeper engagement in praise.
Our preaching at both services has largely followed the lectionary, with occasional departures for specific sermon series. The Ephesians series was a particular highlight, offering a rich exploration of Paul’s soteriology, broader theology and its practical implications for our lives. | am grateful to all who have contributed to our preaching ministry—your voices bring depth and richness to our collective understanding of God’s Word. Thanks to Sarah, Dan and Nigel who have all preached over the last year. It is worth reiterating that | have been very pleased with the collaboration involved in producing our all-age services. Thanks again to Monica, Linda and Sarah for the time commitment and creativity that you give to these services. This is an area that reflects my heart for ministry in our church. | am desperate to build a ministry team who can pray and travel together in the continued discernment of the direction of ministry — particularly Sunday morning services and how we reach our village more effectively with God’s love. Thus far, this team has not becomea reality, but | have faith that this will happen as we pray into it. In terms of church growth, this feels a little slow in someways; however, we are steadily getting new people into church. We have approximately 15 new people who have started attending Christ church in the last year. It has been brilliant to see the number of baptisms we have had over the last 12 months, 16 in all. | am also now offering new baptism candidates the option of a thanksgiving service for new life, so far this has not been an option that has been taken up on. Christmas was very positive in terms of attendance. Despite lower numbers at the carol service compared to 2023, Christmas eve and Christmas day saw over 300 attendees. 200 were at the crib service, 65 at the midnight communion and 45 at the Christmas morning service.
Community Engagement and Fellowship
The past year has also been marked by a deepening of our engagement with the wider community through social and fundraising events. From the Tear Fund Quiz and Harvest Supper to the Christmas Fair and Pancake & Film Night, these gatherings have not only raised vital funds but have also strengthened our sense of belonging and outreach.
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A heartfelt thank you to Lesley and the events team for their passion and hard work in organizing these occasions. Likewise, CAMEO continues to bea lifeline for many, providing fellowship and connection every Thursday. Thank you to Priya, Mary, Fran, and all those who serve so faithfully in this ministry.
Staffing
lt was an answer to prayer to recruit a new administrator in Priya Grantham-Hall. After a first round of interviews failed to find an apt replacement for Chloe, it was brilliant that Priya wanted to apply. In my opinion she is a naturally gifted administrator, and it was clear that her thorough approach and orderly and methodical way of working has been a real blessing to me and the church community.
Safeguarding: A Reflection of God’s Love As | say every year in this report, safeguarding remains a top priority, not just as a legal requirement but as a theological imperative. Each person is made in the image of God, and their dignity and worth must be protected. | have worked closely with PSO Geralyn over the past year and her attention to detail and careful evaluation of any given situation has been extremely helpful. Thank you to Geralyn for your continued dedication to ensuring that our safeguarding procedures are upheld.
Looking Ahead: A Call to Prayer and Action As | conclude this report, | am struck by Jesus’ words in Luke 10:2: “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.” We are blessed with a village we love, people we cherish, and a Gospel that is truly good news for all. The question before us is how we can continue to share Jesus with those around us. This must begin with a foundation of prayer and worship.
Paul reminds us in 2 Corinthians 4:7: “But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.” May we, as Christ Church, remain faithful stewards of this treasure, shining His light into the lives of all we encounter.
With every blessing,
Mark Vicar, Christ Church Ottershaw
Christ Church Parochial Church Council February 2025
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Financial Report 2024
Christ Church ended the 2024 financial year with a deficit of £3,303 (compared with a deficit of £8,142 in 2023). Total income was £150.106 and expenditure £153,409.
Following the need to spend on electrical and other works, the PCC had expected there would be a substantial deficit at the end of 2024. However, with both a strong response to the Annual Stewardship Appeal in October 2024 and generous donations at the end of the financial year, the deficit was held at £3,303.
Finance, however, continues to be challenging with significant works still required on the church infrastructure, which include modernisation of the waste system, repairs to the churchyard wall, and repairs to the church boiler. We will be looking to Trusts to raise funds for some of the larger jobs.
As well as an increase in income, day to day running costs have also continued to increase, particularly those relating to building, maintenance, heating and insurance.
A special thank you to those who have assisted the Treasurer during 2024, particularly Codge and Nigel.
The ‘Diocesan Parish Share’ at £81,291 is our largest item of expenditure. This covers our Share of Diocesan/National Church services and includes the cost of our full-time Vicar (Salary, NI, pension, housing, training etc).
We continue to invest in work with young children and families (Sunday teaching, School clubs and teaching, Messy Church, Holiday Club, Toddler Group and Youth Clubs) and employ a part-time Families Worker post (Monica Hall) as well as getting considerable support from many church volunteers.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in notes to the accounts and comply with the charity’s governing document, the Charities Act 2011 and Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard FRS102.
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Independent Examiner's Report to the Parochial Church Council of Christ Church Ottershaw
| report to the Parochial Church Council, who are the trustees of Christ Church Ottershaw (Charity no 1134029) on the accounts for the year ended 31 December 2024, as set out on pages 10 to 17. Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 ("the Charities Act") and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act - to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and
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to state whether matters have come to my attention Basis of independent examiner's statement
My examination was carried out in accordance with 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 those records. It also includes consideration of any any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a ‘true and fair view' and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below. Independent examiner's statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
(1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respects the requirements
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to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act;
have not been met: or
(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached,
Michelle H Matthews ACCA FMAAT
13 Mapledrakes Close, Ewhurst, Surrey, GU6 7QR
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Christ Church Ottershaw Statement of Financial Activities for the year ended 31st December 2024
| Unrestricted | Unrestricted | Year end | Year end | |||
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| General | Designated | Restricted | 31.12.24 | 31.12.23 | ||
| Funds | Funds | Funds | Total | Total | ||
| £ | £ | £ | £ | £ | ||
| Notes | ||||||
| INCOME | ||||||
| Donations and legacies | 2(a) | 117,779 | - | 5,600 | 123,379 | 108,329 |
| Charitable activities | 2(b) | 12,481 | - | - | 12,481 | 14,929 |
| Othertrading activities | 2(c) | 6,941 | - | 400 | 7,341 | 6,805 |
| investments | 2(d) | 3,827 | - | - | 3,827 | 3,110 |
| Other | 2(e) | 3,078 | - | - | 3,078 | 140 |
| TOTAL INCOME | 144,106 | - | 6,000 | 150,106 | 133,313 | |
| EXPENDITURE | ||||||
| Raising funds | 175 | - | - | 175 | 1,147 | |
| Charitable activities | 3 | |||||
| Grants | 1,535 | - | 1,926 | 3,461 | 4,813 | |
| Ministry | 94,169 | - | 0 | 94,169 | 91,096 | |
| Fabric | 33,187 | - | 2,720 | 35,907 | 23,798 | |
| General | 19,396 | - | 301 | 19,697 | 20,601 | |
| 148 287 | - | 4,947 | 153,234 | 140,308 | ||
| TOTAL EXPENDITURE | 148,462 | - | 4,947 | 153,409 | 141,455 | |
| NETINCOME (EXPENDITURE) | -4,356 | - | 1,053 | -3,303 | -8,142 | |
| and NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS | ||||||
| RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS | ||||||
| FUNDS BROUGHT FORWARD | ||||||
| 1st January 2024 | 55,683 | 26,785 | 6,063 | 88,531 | 96,673 | |
| TRANSFER BETWEEN FUNDS | - | - | - | - | - | |
| FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD | ||||||
| 31stDecember2024 | 51,327 | 26,785 | 7,116 | 85,228© | 88,531 |
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Christ Church Ottershaw Balance Sheet as at 31st December 2024
| As at | As at | |||
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| 31.12.24 | 31.12.23 | |||
| £ | £ | a a |
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| Notes | ||||
| NETASSETS | ||||
| CURRENTASSETS | ||||
| Debtors | 7 | 5,871 | 3,090 | |
| Short-term deposits | 72,372 | 82,070 | ||
| Cash at bank and in hand | 14,240 | 11,083 | ||
| 92,483 | 96,243 | |||
| DEDUCT LIABILITIES FALLING | ||||
| DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR | ||||
| Creditors: Falling due within 1 year | 8 | -7,255 | -7,712 | |
| NETASSETS | 85,228 | 88,531 | ||
| 85,228 | 88,531 | |||
| PARISH FUNDS | ||||
| RESTRICTED FUNDS | 5 | |||
| TIMOTHY | 487 | 487 | ||
| OTHER | 6,629 | 5,576 | ||
| 7,116 | 6,063 | |||
| UNRESTRICTED FUNDS | 6 | |||
| GENERAL FUND | §1,327 | 55,683 | ||
| PREMISES MAINTENANCE | 26,785 | 26,785 | ||
| 78,112 | 82,468 | |||
| 85,228 | 88,531 |
Approved by the Parochial Church Council on 26th February 2025 and signed on its behalf by:
Revd Mark Potter Chair
Roger L Pashley FCA Honorary Treasurer
The notes on pages 12 to 17 form part of these financial statements
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Christ Church Ottershaw Notes to the financial statements
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Accounting conventions
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The financial statements have been prepared under the Church Accounting Regulations 2006 in accordance with applicable accounting standards and the current Statement of Recommended Practice, "Accounting and Reporting by Charities and applicable accounting standard FRS102".
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The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention except for the
valuation of investment assets which are shown at market value. The financial statements include all transactions, assets and liabilities for which the PCC is responsible in law.
Funds
- The funds of the PCC are divided into:
Restricted funds which are restricted by donors for specific purposes, and Unrestricted funds available for the general purposes of the PCC
Designated funds which are set aside by the PCC from unrestricted funds for specific purposes. Details of the restricted and designated funds are set out in notes 5 and 6.
Income
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Donations and legacies are accounted for when received.
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Tax refunds are recognised when the incoming resource to which they relate is received.
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Other income is accounted for when due and receivable.
Expenditure
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Grants and donations are accounted for in the year in which they are approved.
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All other expenditure is generally recognised when it is incurred and is accounted for gross.
Fixed assets
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Consecrated and beneficed property is not included in the accounts in accordance with section 10(2) (a) and (c) of the Charities Act 2011
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No value is placed on movable church furnishings held by the churchwardens on special trust for the PCC and which require a faculty for disposal since the PCC considers this to be inalienable property.
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All expenditure incurred during the year on consecrated or beneficed buildings and movable church furnishings, whether maintenance or improvement is written off.
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Other fixtures , fittings and office equipment is written off in the period in which the asset is acquired.
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Investments are shown at market value at 31 December.
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Christ Church Ottershaw Notes to the financial statements
| Unrestricted | Unrestricted | ||||||
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| General | Designated | Restricted | 31.12.24 | 31.12.23 | |||
| Funds | Funds | Funds | Total | Total | |||
| £ | £ | £ | £ | £ | |||
| 2. INCOME | : | ||||||
| 2(a) Donations and legacies | |||||||
| Stewardship | 81,709 | - | - | 81,709 | 76,776 | ||
| Income tax recoverable | 19,580 | - | - | 19,580 | 18,557 | ||
| 101,289 | - | - | 101,289 | 95,333 | |||
| Collections at Services | 2,335 | - | 349 | 2,684 | 2,542 | ||
| Special collections | 415 | - | 906 | 1,321 | 1,194 | ||
| Grants from Guildford Diocese | - | - | - | - | 7,000 | ||
| Other grants | 174 | - | 2,701 | 2,875 | 1,500 | ||
| Other donations | 3,544 | - | 1,320 | 4,864 | 4,824 | ||
| Aonymous gift | 5,000 | - | - | §,000 | - | ||
| Legacy | 2,000 | n | - | 2,000 | - | ||
| Other income tax | (mainly related to the | 3,022 | - | 324 | 3,346 | 1,936 | |
| SMall donation scheme & special CONECTIONS) | |||||||
| 117,779 | - | 5,600 | 123,379 | 108,329 | |||
| 2(b) Charitable activities | |||||||
| Magazine sales | 719 | - | - | 719 | 1,065 | ||
| Parish Centre lettings | 4,284 | - | - | 4,284 | 4,641 | ||
| Fees | 1,845 | - | - | 1,845 | 2,069 | ||
| Youth clubs/groups | 5,360 | - | - | 5,360 | 6,831 | ||
| Other | 273 | - | - | 273 | 323 | ||
| 12,481 | - | - | 12,481 | 14,929 | |||
| 2(c) Othertrading | activities | ||||||
| Fund-raising events | 6,941 | - | 400 | 7,341 | 6,805 | ||
| 6,941 | - | 400 | 7,341 | 6,805 | |||
| 2(d) Investments | |||||||
| Interest on deposits | 3,827 | - | - | 3,827 | 3,110 | ||
| 2(e) Other | |||||||
| Sundry income | 140 | - | - | 140 | 140 | ||
| insurance recovery | 2,938 | - | - | 2,938 | - | ||
| 3,078 | - | - | 3,078 | 140 | |||
| TOTALINCOME | 144,106 | - | 6,000 | 150,106 | 133,313 |
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Christ Church Ottershaw Notes to the financial statements
| Unrestricted | Unrestricted | ||||
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| General | Designated | Restricted | 31.12.24 | 31.12.23 | |
| Funds | Funds | Funds | Total | Total | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| 3. EXPENDITURE | |||||
| on CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES | |||||
| 3(a) Grants to other organisations | |||||
| Overseas mission and aid | 600 | - | 270 | 870 | 2,434 |
| Home mission | 935 | - | 759 | 1,694 | 1,851 |
| Other charities | - | - | 897 | 897 | 528 |
| Timothy fund (see note 5) | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1,535 | - | 1,926 | 3,461 | 4,813 | |
| 3(b) Ministry | |||||
| Diocesan parish share | |||||
| (this includes Vicar's salary, NI etc) | 81,291 | - | - | 81,291 | 78,492 |
| Salary of Families worker | 12,188 | - | - | 12,188 | 11,413 |
| Clergy expenses & recruitment costs | 690 | - | - | 690 | 1,191 |
| 94,169 | - | - | 94,169 | 91,096 | |
| 3(c) Fabric | |||||
| Church maintenance | 20,408 | - | 2,720 | 23,128 | 9,943 |
| Insurance and rates | 4,406 | - | - | 4,406 | 3,912 |
| Light and heat | 7,779 | - | - | 7,779 | 9,436 |
| Organ tuning and maintenance | 245 | - | - | 245 | 237 |
| Vicarage maintenance | 349 | - | - | 349 | 270 |
| 33,187 | - | 2,720 | 35,907 | 23,798 | |
| 3(d) General church expenses | |||||
| Mission & hospitality | 2,756 | - | 301 | 3,057 | 2,686 |
| Music | 270 | - | - | 270 | 127 |
| Parish magazine | 720 | - | - | 720 | 762 |
| Office costs (IT, telephone etc) | 3,443 | - | - | 3,443 | 4,958 |
| Presentations | 346 | - | - | - | - |
| Organists - fees | - | - | - | - | 100 |
| Salary ofAdministrator | 8,266 | - | - | 8,266 | 8,250 |
| Training | 1,250 | - | - | 1,250 | 6 |
| Youth work | 2,345 | - | - | 2,345 | 3,712 |
| 19,396 | - | 301 | 19,697 | 20,601 | |
| TOTALCHARITABLEACTIVITIES | 148,287 | - | 4,947 | 153,234 | 140,308 |
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Christ Church Ottershaw Notes to the financial statements
4. ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BY FUND
| Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | ||
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| Funds | Funds | Funds | ||
| E | £ | £ | ||
| Current | assets | 85,367 | 7,116 | 92,483 |
| Current | liabilities | -7,255 | x | -7,255 |
| 78,112 | 7,116 | 85,228 |
| 5. RESTRICTED FUNDS | Total | |||||
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| Outward | Timothy | Churchyard | Labyrinth | Other | Restricted | |
| Giving | Fund | Wall | Fund | Funds | Funds | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | g | £ | |
| B/f 1.1.24 | - | 487 | 2,168 | 676 | 2,732 | 5,338 |
| Income | 1,979 | - | - | - | 4,021 | 6,000 |
| Expenditure | -1,926 | ~ | - | - | -3,027 | ~4,947 |
| Cif31.12.24 | 53 | 487 | 2,168 | 676 | 3,732 | 7,116 |
Outward Giving Funds - Stewardship and collection income restricted for outward charitable giving. Timothy Fund - Grant fund to help with cases of individual hardship. Fund allocated by Vicar. Churchyard wall - Gifts towards repair of the churchyard wall. Labyrinth Fund - The development of a labyrinth and nearby area in the churchyard. Other Funds - were received for work on the fabric and equipment.
| 6. UNRESTRICTED FUNDS | Designated | Total | |
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| General | Premises | Unrestricted | |
| Fund | Fund | Funds | |
| £ | £ | £ | |
| Bif 1.1.24 | 55,683 | 26,785 | 82,468 |
| Income | 144,106 | - | 144,106 |
| Expenditure | -148 462 | - | -148,462 |
| Transfers | - | - | - |
| Cif31.12.24 | §1,327 | 26,785 | 78,112 |
General Fund - Funds available for all activities of Christ Church, Ottershaw. Designated Premises Fund - Fund to help meet expenditure incurred on the church buildings and fabric.
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Christ Church Ottershaw Notes to the financial statements
| 7. DEBTORS | 31.12.24 | 31.12.23 |
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| £ | £ | |
| Within one year | ||
| Income tax recoverable | 1,915 | 881 |
| Prepayments and accrued interest | 722 | 1,017 |
| Other debtors | 3,234 | 1,192 |
| Overone year | ||
| Prepayments | - 5,871 |
- 3,090 |
| 8. CREDITORS | 31.12.24 | 31.12.23 |
| £ | £ | |
| Creditors falling due within one year | 7,255 | 7,712 |
| 7,255 | 7,712 |
9. DIOCESAN PARISH SHARE
The Diocesan Parish Share is our share of the Diocesan expenditure budget. This covers the cost of paying, training and housing the ministry, Diocesan and National costs. Each parish's share is calculated by reference to the number of parishioners (3 year average of usual Sunday attendance), its relative prosperity, and a core ministry cost. This ensures that the share is spread over all Parishes in the Diocese ona fair basis. The current system was introduced with effect from January 2019.
| 10. STEWARDSHIP GIVING PROMISES | 10. STEWARDSHIP GIVING PROMISES | 10. STEWARDSHIP GIVING PROMISES | At | At | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31.12.24 | 31.12.23 | ||||||||
| £ | £ | ||||||||
| As at 31st December promises were as follows: | Change | ||||||||
| Annual total | promises | 88,923 | 9.0% | 81,617 | |||||
| Tax recoverable on promises | 21,686 | 10.7% | 19,589 | ||||||
| 110,609 | 9.3% | 101,206 | |||||||
| Average £ monthly promise before | tax | £135 | 13.4% | £119 | |||||
| Average £yearly | promise before tax | £1,617 | 12.9% | £1,432 | |||||
| % of promises under Gift aid | 98% | 96% | |||||||
| The total number | of promises and the analysis by monthly giving | (before tax) | are as follows: | ||||||
| Under£25 £25+ |
£50+ | £75+ | £100+ | £150+ | £200+ | £250+ | Total | ||
| AT 31.12.24 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 4 | 10 | 55 |
| AT31.12.23 | 13 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 9 | 6 | 5 | £ | 57 |
11. REMUNERATION & EXPENSES
Salaries of the p/t Families Worker and the p/t Parish Administrator totalled £19,666 (2023 £18,907) Pension contributions totalled £787 (2023 £756) , but there were no social security contributions.
The following members of the PCC received remuneration or expenses: Revd Mark Potter - Expenses £572 (2023 £565) No other PCC trustees received any remuneration or expenses.
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Christ Church Ottershaw Notes to the financial statements
| 12. GRANTS TO OTHER ORGANISATIONS | 31.12.24 | 31.12.23 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detailed analysis | PCC | Stewardship | Special | Total | Total | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | £ | ||
| OVERSEAS MISSION and AID | ||||||
| Christian Aid | - | - | 270 | CA Week | 270 | 263 |
| Church Mission Society | 500 | - | - | 500 | 500 | |
| (Link: Chris & Veronica Padayachee) | ||||||
| Compassion (Link child: Bobi) | - | - | - | - | 140 | |
| Leprosy Mission | - | - | - | - | 500 | |
| Mission Aviation Fellowship | 100 | - | - | 100 | 100 | |
| Tear Fund | : | - | - | - | 931 | |
| 600 | - | 270 | 870 | 2,434 | ||
| 25.1% | 50.6% | |||||
| HOME MISSION | ||||||
| Children's Society | - | - | - | Boxes | - | 141 |
| Children's Society | = | = | 39. | Christingle | 39 | 45 |
| Engage (whowork with schools) | 500 | - | - | 500 | 500 | |
| Friends of Guildford Cathedral | 50 | - | - | 50 | 50 | |
| Guildford Dioc Guild of Bellringers | 50 | - | - | 50 | 50 | |
| First Schools - Bibles | - | - | 720° | Schoolchurc | 720 | 730 |
| Runnymede Deanery Synod - sub | 305 | - | - | 305 | 305 | |
| Surrey Churches Preservation Trust | 30 | - | - | 30 | 30 | |
| 935 | - | 759 | 1,694 | 1,851 | ||
| 48.9% | 38.5% | |||||
| OTHER CHARITIES | ||||||
| AirAmbulance | - | - | 500 | Cameo | 500 | - |
| British Legion Poppy Appeal | - | - | 238 | Remembrance | 238 | 338 |
| Woking/Sam Beare Hospice | - | - | 159 | Lights toR | 159 | 190 |
| - | - | B97 | 397 | §28 | ||
| 11.5% | 11.0% | |||||
| TIMOTHY FUND | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 0.0% | 0.00% | |||||
| GRAND TOTAL | 1,535 | - | 1,926 | 3,461 | 4,813 | |
| % ofincome | £150,106 |
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13. BROOK MEMORIAL HALL (OTTERSHAW VILLAGE HALL)
Christ Church, Ottershaw granted a 35 year lease on the Brook Memorial Hall to a new charity 'Ottershaw Village Hall’ with effect from 1 January 2008.
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Christ Church Ottershaw Trust Funds for the year ended 31st December 2024
| 31.12.24 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Investments | ||||||
| 1.1.24 | 31.12.24 | at market | Total | |||
| Cash C/A | Receipts | Payments | CashCA | value | Funds | |
| £ | £ | a | £ | £ | £ | |
| HORABEQUEST (Charity no 810351) | ||||||
| 45 income shares CBF Investment Fund | ||||||
| Upkeep ofchurchyard | 440 | 28 | 468 | 1,041 | 1,509 | |
| MARIE CELESTE BENEFACTION (Charity no 205400) | ||||||
| 45 income shares CBF Investment Fund | ||||||
| Benefit ofsick & poor ofOttershaw | 700 | 238 | - | 728 | 1,041 | 1,769 |
| SIR JOHN HUMPHREY GRAVE TRUST (Charity no 206773) | ||||||
| Capital (fomerly £695 2.5% Consolidated Stock) now in cash | ||||||
| Upkeep of churchyard | 1,038 | - | - | 1,038 | - | 1,038 |
| EDITH OLDHAM GRAVE TRUST | ||||||
| Capital (formerly £98.46 3.5% War Stock) now in cash | ||||||
| Care ofgrave and brass | 182 | - | - | 182 | - | 182 |
| FLORENCE HICHENS GRAVE TRUST (Charity no 221371) | ||||||
| 258 income shares CBF Investment Fund | ||||||
| Upkeep of churchyard | 1,486 | 162 | 1,648 | 5,966 | 7,614 | |
| LILIAN EMILY FLETCHER GRAVE TRUST | ||||||
| 393 income shares CBF Investment Fund | ||||||
| Upkeep of churchyard | 2,768 | 247 | 3,015 | 9,087 | 12,102 | |
| AGNES FLETCHER GRAVE TRUST | ||||||
| 18 income shares CBF Investment Fund | ||||||
| Upkeep of church and churchyard | 215 | 14 | - | 226 | 415 | 641 |
| 6,829 | 476 | 0 | 7,305 | 17,550 | 24,855 |
Note
The Guildford Diocesan Board of Finance are trustees of "Florence Hichens Grave Trust”
The Vicar and churchwardens of Christ Church Ottershaw are trustees of all the other trust funds.
The capital of both the Jonn Humphrey Trust and the Edith Oldham Grave Trust have been repaid and are currently held in cash.
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