## **JOINT VESTRY AND PAROCHIAL CHURCH MEETING OF ST HILDA’S CHURCH, ASHFORD, MIDDLESEX TO BE HELD ON SUNDAY 25[TH] APRIL 2021** 

## **AGENDAS** 

## **ANNUAL VESTRY MEETING OF PARISHONERS** 

## **The Chairman reads the Convening Notice** 

1. Prayers and welcome 

2. Minutes of the Vestry Meeting held Sunday 20[th] October 2020 

3. Election of Church Wardens: Adjudicators to be nominated by the Chairman 

4. Report of the Electoral Roll Officer 

## **ANNUAL PAROCIAL CHURCH MEETING** 

1. Apologies for Absence 

2. Minutes of the Annual Parochial Church Meeting held Sunday 20[th] October 2020 

3. Matters arising 

4. Election of Representatives: 

To the Parochial Church Council - **4 people for 3 years** 

- **3 people for 2 years** 

To the Deanery Synod – **1 person for 2 years** 

Adjudicators to be appointed by the Church Wardens Appointment of the Independent Financial Examiner 

5. PCC’s Annual Report for 2020 

6. Deanery Synod Report 

7. Reports of Church Groups 

8. Treasurer’s Report and presentation of Church Accounts 

9. Church Warden’s Reports 

10. Benefice’s report 

11. Any Other Business **(Must be notified in writing to the PCC Secretary 72 hours prior to the meeting)** . 

12. Date of next year’s Annual Parochial Church Meeting 

## CLOSING PRAYERS 



## **MINUTES OF A JOINT MEETING OF THE VESTRY AND THE PERSONS WHOSE NAMES ARE ON THE ELECTORAL ROLL OF THE PARISH OF ST. HILDA, ASHFORD** 

## **HELD ON SUNDAY 25th October 2020 via Zoom** 

**Present** : Chairman 

Fr. Joseph Fernandes Licensed Lay Ministers Carolyn Clark (zoom) Churchwardens Roberta Bedford Stuart Young Treasurer: Darran Buttigieg Secretary: Denise Buttigieg Electoral Roll Officer: Frances Forsbrey 

and 21 other people via zoom 

## **Vestry Meeting** 

**1. Convening Notice** . 

   - Fr. Joseph led the meeting with prayer and welcomed everyone. 

   - Graham Ledger explained how the zoom polling would work. Those sharing a computer were advised they could vote by calling Denise. 

## **2. Minutes of the Vestry Meeting held on 28th April 2019** : 

That the Minutes be accepted was proposed by Elizabeth Bate, seconded by Frances Forsbrey, and agreed unanimously. 

## **3. Election of Churchwardens** : 

There were two nominees: 

_Name Proposer Seconder Mrs Roberta Bedford Denise Buttigieg Marianne Tank Mrs Frances Forsbey John Hunt Christine Davenport_ 

There being no other nominations, **Roberta Bedford** and **Frances Forsbrey** were duly elected as Churchwarden for the coming year.  They were thanked for stepping forward. Stuart Young was thanked for his service. 

## **4. Report of Electoral Roll Officer** : 

Frances Forsbrey reported that the number on our New Electoral Roll is 173.  Of the total number, 62 are non-resident in the parish. 

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## **MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL CHURCH MEETING OF THE PARISH OF ST. HILDA, ASHFORD HELD ON SUNDAY, 25th October 2020 via Zoom** 

**Present:** As for Vestry Meeting, 

**1. Apologies for absence** were received from Rosemary Greenwood, Christine Makriel, Pauline Milton, June Mitchell, Peggy Pinfold, Marion Scholar and Rosalyn Young 

**2. Minutes:** 

   - That the Minutes of the Annual Parochial Church Meeting held on 28th April 2019 be accepted was proposed by Alison Garner, seconded by Chris Davenport and agreed unanimously. 

**3. Matters Arising:** none. 

**4a. Election of Lay Representatives** to serve on the St. Hilda’s Church Parochial Church Council: there are four vacancies for a three-year period. 

There were 2 nominees: 

_Name Proposer Seconder_ Christopher Brown Elizabeth Bate Chris Davenport Christine Makriel Paula Gething Frances Forsbrey 

There being no other nominations, Christopher Brown and Christine Makriel were elected as Lay Representatives for the period 2020-2023 and were thanked for stepping forward. 

. **4b. Election of Deanery Synod Representatives:** there are three vacancies for a three-year period.  There were 2 nominees: 

|2 nominees:|||
|---|---|---|
|_Name_|_Proposer_|_Seconder_|
|Elizabeth Bate|Rosemary Greenwood|Darran Buttigieg|
|Carolyn Clark|<br>Elisabeth Santos|Darran Buttigieg|



Elizabeth and Carolyn were therefore elected unanimously. 

Fr Joseph thanked those who had stepped down this year as they had reached the end of their terms of service; Chris Davenport, Jane Dobbie and Rosemary Greenwood. Rosemary was also thanked for her many years as PCC Minutes Secretary. 

- **4c. Independent Financial examiner:** 

   - Darran Buttigieg recommended that Peter Connolly be appointed.  This was agreed unanimously. 

**5. PCC Annual Report for 2019 -** This was circulated in advance of the meeting and displayed in church. 

**6. Deanery Synod Report -** This was produced for all parishes in the deanery by the Area Dean. 

**7. Reports of Church Groups and Committees –** A booklet containing all reports had been circulated to all members of the Electoral Roll prior to the meeting by either email or by post. It had also been on display in St Hilda’s. 

**8.  Treasurer's Report and presentation of Church Accounts -** see the Financial Statement. Darran Buttigieg reported: As Treasurer, I have prepared the financial statements under the Church Accounting Regulations 2006 in accordance with applicable accounting standards and the current Statement of Recommended Practice Accounting and Reporting by Charities (SORP 2005).  The financial statements were audited by Peter Connolly in his capacity of Independent Examiner. 

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Darran for a quiet moment to reflect and remember Donna Marshall, our previous Independent Examiner, who had passed this year. 

There were no questions on the accounts and Elizabeth Bate thanked Darran for his work on them. 

That the accounts be accepted was agreed unanimously. 

**9. Churchwarden's Reports** 

We confirm that in accordance with the law governing the Office of Church wardens during the last year we have 

- Carried out the duties assigned by the Bishop or Archdeacon 

- Maintained in good order and safe keeping, the plate, ornaments and other articles committed to our charge. 

- Kept the church records in the same good order and safe-keeping. 

- All offerings and collections have been recorded and paid into the relevant bank. 

- The bread and wine have been provided for the Holy Communion as we are bound and directed. 

- The seating and good order of the congregation have been maintained and 

- As lay officers of the Bishop we have not found it necessary to report to him or the Archdeacon any neglect or default upon any one person in the discharge of their duties. 

## Stuart Young presented the **Church Property Report: (Fabric)** 

## **Church Hall** 

The Church Hall is the hub of the community, and continues to welcome diverse organisations and people. The hall is a vital resource for us and for our local community, and it is our responsibility to ensure it is well-used and fit for purpose now and for future years. Our Hall Committee, under the chairmanship of Steve Smith, continued to put great effort into the daily running of the church hall. Thanks to them and to Mrs Chris Davenport for her very competent handling of the Hall bookings, the routine maintenance inspections and tasks were carried out. 

Water ingress via the hall gutters continues to be an issue so further action will be necessary to rectify the problem in 2020. 

The underground drainage system has been cleaned and the drainage system has received a plastic lining sleeve to prevent further damage. 

Having relocated the parish office, the room area has been re-decorated, and will be used as a meeting room and a storage area. 

## **Church** 

The annual cleaning and routine maintenance inspections and tasks were carried out, and the church has increasingly become an open and welcoming building. 

Following problems with our old boilers they were replaced with new ones in March 2019. 

Since the Quinquennial inspection we have continued the programme of addressing the various requirements of the inspection, these included installing a safety film to the glass door and windows to the Lady Chapel, and a new light in the Crypt was installed, and the roof repair works which will continue in 2020. 

The Parish office has been relocated to within the choir vestry, with revised lighting, power and a new telephone line with broad band. 

We have also hired a new printer which will benefit the production of weekly service booklets, and our Crossroads magazine. 

Our church pipe organ has been regularly serviced throughout the year including some minor repairs being carried out by our specialist organ engineers B.C Shepherd & Sons Limited. 

The baby grand piano in church has also been retuned on a regular basis but is now beginning to show its age. Some plaster work fell down from the Baptistery wall/ceiling and Faculty application was started in August 2019, (the Faculty Application was granted in January 2020 and repair works will be carried out in 2020 Access gates have been repaired and repainted 

## **Vicarage** 

Annual gutter cleaning was carried out. 

As the Vicarage was completely redecorated in 2018 prior to the arrival of Father Joseph and family, no further works have been required although some work has been carried out to the garden in 2019. 

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## **34 Woodthorpe Road** 

New tenants moved in August 2019 on a short term contract. Some works to the garden were undertaken. 

## **…………………………………** 

## Roberta (Bobbie) Bedford presented the **Churchwarden’s Report on Activities:** 

Well Stuart has read out all of the legal items regarding the duties of Church Wardens, so I won’t go through them again. 

We have enjoyed a wonderful year under the guidance of Fr. Joseph, Carolyn and Rosalyn. I must say this past year has just flown by, so much has been happening.  St Hilda’s has always been a very welcoming church and judging by the rise in our numbers over the past months we are doing something right. 

We have enjoyed many events over the past year and the comments we get from people attending is what a lovely warm feeling they got when they came into the church.  This is down to all of you the church family, for some people coming into church for the very first time, or even into a new church is a bit daunting and so a warm welcome is all important and I think you’ll agree we have it just right. 

In may we resurrected the tradition of Beating the Bounds. A group of us including children walked the whole of the parish boundary and at certain points we beat on the ground with sticks and we prayed for our parish.  For anyone counting steps, believe me we did more than 10 thousand. 

We once again hosted the CTAS service, I along with Fr Joseph and Jane attend CTAS meetings every other month to discuss what we can do as a united group of Ashford churches for the people of Ashford. We are building stronger links with Bronzefield; they had a stall at both our summer and autumn fayres with items for sale made by the women of Bronzefield.  They appear to be a very talented bunch, just look at the wonderful banners and the Alter frontal in the lady chapel, all of the applique made by them and put together by Alison and Pauline. 

The shelter outside the church is continuing to be a talking point with many of the women who leave prison writing messages of hope and prayers on the walls of the shelter. 

We were privileged in the summer to have on display the Magna Carta tapestry, curtesy of Alison who played a huge part in both the making of the display and gaining permission for St Hilda’s to have it on show. 

The local Art group held a display of their work one weekend in church and again both exhibitions very well attended. 

One night in November the church was transformed to hold a curry and carols evening, very kindly hosted by Sam and Mandeep, the food was wonderful and was talked about for days afterwards. Our thanks go to Sam and Mandeep for their wonderful generosity. 

Lodge Bros held their annual candles of remembrance service, always attended by at least 250 to 300 people. We are trying to make St Hilda’s a place where the local community feel they come and hold events. We are a big space with wonderful acoustics just crying out to be used.  Two of our local schools hold their Carol Concerts here, with St James school bringing in extra chairs it is so well attended. 

Also, in December Happy Tots have their Nativity thoroughly enjoyed by both parents and children alike. Talking of Nativity as Christine mentioned in her events report we held our first Nativity Festival at St Hilda’s the entrants were many and varied and we hope that this will be an annual event. 

The Scouts held their Scout Gold Award ceremony here and hopefully will use the venue again. 

With the help of Victoria from Lodge Brothers we made a start on clearing the memorial garden, it was hard work but it looked so much better with the untidy bushes cut down, however, there is still a lot of work to be done but hopefully when the better weather arrives, we can get started again. 

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The Saturday morning knitting group is still going strong, with a few new faces joining us, we even get the mums who drop their children off to rainbows or ballet popping in for a coffee. I would like to say thank you to the ladies who stepped up to volunteer opening up and making the coffee. 

In February this year we were privileged to hold a confirmation service here at St Hilda’s officiated by the Bishop. It was a wonderful occasion with candidates not only from St Hilda’s but two other churches. We celebrated after the service with wine and cakes.  Fortunately, we got in just before lockdown. The church hall continues to be fully booked thanks to the hard work put in by Chris Davenport. 

As Stuart mentioned we have had to have a considerable amount of work done to both the Church and Church hall and it is proving to be costly, also there is so much more that needs to be done, so can I urge you all whenever possible to support the fund raising events that we hold, or if you have any good idea’s on fund raising kindly put them to Christine Taylor. 

To end I would like to thank a few people, first of all Stuart for all the hard work he has put in with regards to Church repairs I ‘m okay with a duster and a broom but Stuart is the go-to man for roofs gutters and drains. 

Secondly to Rosemary who is standing down from the PCC this year, she somehow manages to take the minutes during what are sometimes quite lively meetings and produce and accurate report of what has been said. 

Also, to everyone who works behind the scenes keeping the church running, the brass is always shining and the alter linen is always fresh and clean. 

And what about the wonderful choir, they turn up every Friday evening rain or shine for practice and I for one think they are great.  Our thanks go to Paula for stepping up to play the organ on many occasions, very much appreciated. 

Thank you to both the Standing Committee and PCC for their commitment to the running of the church, they have at times have to make difficult decisions. 

Last of all thanks to Fr Joseph for his vision for the church and his outreach to the local community. We are at times out of our comfort zone but I think that’s a good thing. 

Finally, it has been a real privilege to serve as your warden, however, I could not have done it without all the love and support given by you all.  Thank you. 

## **11.  Resolution to enable postal voting at Future Annual Parochial Church Meetings:** 

these have been on display in church, and were included in the documentation issued before the meeting. 

## **12. Benefice's Remarks** 

An end of year report is a good occasion to reflect on the “State of the Nation”, or more aptly, the ‘State of the Benefice”. 

In 2019 we have continued the discernment of God’s vision and mission and trying to articulate it. One thing that has gone from strength to strength is the relationship with Bronzefield. The managing chaplain, Revd Marcel and the Through the Door chaplain, Simeon Sturney, have been instrumental in making it happen. One exciting outcome was a collaboration with Bronzefield’s art department, Jailbirds, on a project entitled “Freedom”. The women were encouraged to come up with their own definition and express it on a piece of fabric, through stitching or other methods, which were subsequently put together to make two banners. The more poignant ones were used to make an altar frontal for the Lady Chapel. Once completed, the banners were received at a poignant service at Bronzefield with some of the women who took part in the project. The official unveiling and blessing at St Hilda’s took place at an ecumenical service on Pentecost Sunday. 

Another partnership that has gone from strength to strength is with Lodge Brothers Ashford. The Christmas Memorial Service had an even higher attendance than last year, and the feedback was overall positive. The choir was superb and much praised. The connection with Ashford Church of England 

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Primary School is still ongoing, but the involvement with the school is fairly minimal, consisting of taking full collective worship once a month. As for St James, the PCC was able to have an away day there in May, which was very much appreciated. 

The Ministry Team continues to play an important role in the liturgical and pastoral life of the parish, with both Carolyn and Rosalyn involved in different areas. St Hilda’s is blessed to have two LLMs who contribute so much to the life of the parish and we are deeply grateful for their ministry. 

In terms of the liturgy, the family service continues to be non-Eucharistic and on the first Sunday of every month. Under the leadership of Christine Taylor, the Junior Church leaders have been looking into developing the ministry to young children and families on Sundays, building upon the longstanding leadership of Chris Davenport. 

The servers continue to play an important role in the liturgy, under the guidance of Alan Sloan, which is very much appreciated. 

The flower ladies make sure that every week the church is beautiful for the services on Sunday, and we are very grateful for their contribution. Also, the church does not get clean by magic and we are grateful to Bobbie, Marianne, Rosemary and others for all the behind the scenes hard work. 

After forty years of loyal and committed service to St Hilda’s, Peter Pritchard took retirement. Paula Gething made sure the choir continued functioning until a new director of music and organist was recruited. In October, Christina Veasey was appointed. We look forward to her leadership and vision. 

One continuing conversation has been to reimagine the space inside the church, in order to open up the building to the local community and make it more “user friendly”. One area which has gone from strength to strength is to raise the profile of St Hilda’s in the London Diocese. 

The church building is both a gift and a burden, but it is an ongoing challenge. This year we had to repair the baptistry ceiling which put an extra burden on our financial resources. 2 The parish is incredibly fortunate to be able to afford a parish secretary. After many committed years, due to health reasons, Helen felt it was time to step down. Sarah took over from her over the summer, for which we are grateful. Denise agreed to take up the challenge to become the interim parish administrator and it is working really well. 

Standing Committee has been very productive. Without all the ground work carried out, the PCC would not be able to function properly. The parish has benefited immensely from the expertise Darran brings as a treasurer, and the time and effort he puts into it. Thank you for such an invaluable contribution. 

The sides people play a vital role in welcoming people and offer unconditional hospitality. They are the ‘front of the house’ at St Hilda’s. It will be good to develop this ministry further. We need to be more intentional and deliberate in our missional engagement with the local community, making the best use of the stewardship of the buildings, and at a practical level make sure the parish if financially viable and sustainable, particularly when faced with unexcited expenses. Fundraising will play an important part, but we need to consider bigger changes to the use of the building, and our involvement not just locally but also within the deanery. 

At a time when our country is facing so much uncertainty, churches must be a safe haven, a spiritual home, which offers the Good News of the Gospel, available for all, a place where we can be who we are called to be. The body of Christ is diverse, but united in Christ. We want St Hilda’s to be known as a place of unconditional welcome and hospitable place to everyone. There are challenging, but equally exciting times ahead, and look forward to witness God at work in our church and wider community, in the year ahead. Here endeth the vicar’s report. 

## **13. Any other business:** 

There was no other business 

**14.** The date of the next APCM is **Sunday 25[th] April 2021** 

The meeting closed at 12.37pm with a prayer. 

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REPORTS FOR 2021 MEETING
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## **ST HILDA'S CHURCH** 

## **ASHFORD, MIDDLESEX** 

## **ANNUAL REPORT and FINANCIAL STATEMENTS** 

For the year ended 31st December, 2020 

## **Incumbent** 

The Revd Joseph Fernandes 8 Station Crescent Ashford Middlesex 

## **Bank** 

Nat West Bank Ashford Middlesex Branch 5 Woodthorpe Road Ashford Middlesex TW152RN 

## **Independent Examiner** 

Mr Peter Connolly 33, Carlyle Road Staines Middlesex TW18 

The Parochial Church Council of St Hilda Ashford - Charity Number 1134119 

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## **Saint Hilda's Church, Ashford, Middlesex** 

## **Annual Report of the Parochial Church Council** 

## **for the Year Ended 31 December 2020** 

Saint Hilda's Church, Ashford, which is part of the Diocese of London within the Church of England, has the responsibility of co-operating with the incumbent, Reverend Joseph Fernandes, in promoting in the ecclesiastical parish with the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical. It also has maintenance responsibilities for the Church, Church Hall, Vicarage and 34, Woodthorpe Road, Ashford, Middlesex TW15 2RU. 

The Parochial Church Council (PCC) is a charity, the Charity Number being 1134119 

|Incumbent|**Father Joseph Fernandes**|
|---|---|
|Licenced Lay Ministers|**Carolyn Clark**|
||[Ex-officio & Deanery voting member]|
||**Rosalyn Young**|
||[Ex-officio non voting member]|



## **PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL 2020** 

Appointments are for 3 years in the first instance with the option of serving for a second term of 3 years.  After a total of 6 years members must come off the PCC but can be re-elected to serve again for 3 years after a break of one year. 

|**Appointed for**|||**Due for re-election**|
|---|---|---|---|
|APCM 2018-2021|Michael Davenport|1st Term|APCM 2021|
||Alison Garner|2nd Term||
||Paula Gething|1st Term|APCM 2021|
||Valerie Scott|2nd Term||
|APCM 2019-2022|Darran Buttigieg|2ndTerm|APCM 2022|
||Denise Buttigieg|1stTerm|APCM 2022|
||Christine Taylor|2ndTerm|APCM 2022|
||Christopher Maddock|1stTerm|APCM 2022|



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APCM 2020-2023 Christopher Brown 2[nd] Term  Resigned Christine Makriel 2[nd] Term 

Year 2020 - 2021 Rev’d Stephen Brian Co-opted Simeon Sturney Co-opted 

Three **Deanery Synod representatives** are elected for three year terms. 

**Appointed for Due for re-election** APCM 2020 – 2023 Elizabeth Bate 2[nd] Term Carolyn Clark 1[st] Term APCM 2023 

Two **Churchwardens** :  Churchwardens are elected annually up to a total of 4 years. 1. Roberta Bedford 5[th] year 2. Francis Forsbrey 1[st] year 

Assistant to the Churchwardens: Paula Gething 

Sally Goulden (Church Safeguarding Officer) is invited to attend as appropriate. 

Members of the PCC are either ex-officio or elected by the Annual Parochial Church Meeting in accordance within the Church Representation Rules. All Church attendees are encouraged to register on the Electoral Roll and stand for election to the PCC. During the year the Council met 4 times. The PCC operates through a number of committees. 

## **Standing Committee** 

This is the only committee required by law. It has the power to transact business of the PCC between its meetings, subject to any directions given by the Council. The Standing Committee oversees the finances of the PCC. The committee includes the Vicar, Churchwardens, Treasurer, Secretary, Vice Chairperson. The assistant to Church Warden was co-opted to the committee for the Church year 2020/21. 

## **Stewardship Committee** 

The Stewardship Committee deals with giving to the Church through the Stewardship Scheme and with encouraging members of the congregation to organize their planned giving. They ensure that tax is reclaimed on donations where applicable. 

## **Church Attendance** 

There are 173 names on the Church Electoral Roll. (Of these, 62 are not resident in the parish.) The average Sunday attendance counted over a 4 week period during October, was 58 adults and 19 children. Additionally, Church at Home (Facebook) 327. At Christmas 59 people attended special services for the congregation and local community. 22 people attended Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.  Covid 19 has impacted the numbers able to attend in person at St Hilda’s. 

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## **Church Wardens Reports** 

We confirm that in accordance with the law governing the Office of Church wardens during the last year we have 

- Carried out the duties assigned by the Bishop or Archdeacon 

- Maintained in good order and safe keeping, the plate, ornaments and other articles committed to our charge. 

- Kept the church records in the same good order and safe-keeping. 

- All offerings and collections have been recorded and paid into the relevant bank. 

- The bread and wine have been provided for the Holy Communion as we are bound and directed. 

- The seating and good order of the congregation have been maintained and as lay officers of the Bishop we have not found it necessary to report to him or the Archdeacon any neglect or default upon any one person in the discharge of their duties. 

## **Fabric of Building Report (Stuart Young)** 

## _**Church Works during 2020**_ 

The defective sump pump in the Crypt area was repaired by a local electrician (Dr Sparky). Following receipt of a Faculty the external brickwork joints to the Baptistry were resealed and the defective plaster to the ceiling above the Font was also repaired and following which the ceiling of the Baptistery area was repainted all by a specialist contractor with inspections being carried out by the Diocesan Architects. 

Areas of the floor finish around the Font were tested by a specialist contractor who confirmed that they contained asbestos. A specialist contractor was therefore employed (Amstech Limited) to remove and seal these areas, they also carried a comprehensive inspection/testing of all of the joints in the carpeted flooring in the church, and the joints were subsequently sealed. 

Sealing of the joint between the carpet and the West end wall of the church was also carried out. 

## **Church and Church Hall** 

During October 2020 repair works were carried out to defective external light fittings some of the fitting had to be replaced as well as replacement lamps fitted. 

## **Activities Report (Roberta Bedford)** 

Do you remember that TV programme “that was the week that was”?  Well, I think we can say 2020 was that was the year that was. 

It started off quite normal, we had a fantastic Burns night with an even bigger uptake on tickets than last year, there was lots of laughter and dancing and I hope I can say a good time was had by all. 

Burns night was followed by Shrove Tuesday when we cooked pancakes in church on various small hot plates, there were lots of different toppings and they were delicious, a few people from other churches joined us and they were made to feel very welcome. The very last event we had in our normal start to the year was a jumble sale, as it was already advertised, we went ahead with it, however, we were already hearing about this Covid 19 virus that was beginning to spread, so we wore protective aprons and gloves to 

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sort the goods and serve and Mike Davenport sat in the entrance of the hall and sprayed everyone who wanted to come inside, despite all of this we made a good profit. Sadly, a week later we were in lock-down and it would be many weeks until we would be back in our church. 

Due to the lockdown a few volunteered to ring round to the more vulnerable members of the congregation to have a chat and ensure all was well with them.  Darran and Denise set up a weekly newsletter to let everyone know what was going on and keep everyone in touch. 

But where there’s a will there’s a way, Fr Joseph ever resilient began to stream the Sunday services from his study via his mobile phone and ably assisted by Elisabeth, Rebecca and Gabriel and sometimes a little glimpse of Bella the dog. Those of us fortunate to have internet could watch the service on Face Book or U-tube. This form of our Sunday worship went on for several weeks, until Fr Joseph was allowed to stream the services from the Church. 

At this time Chris Maddock was a great help sorting out the filming and between Chris and Fr Joseph we settled into a pattern of Sunday services. During this time, it was heartening to see many names popping up as watching the service that we didn’t recognise.  It seemed that we were attracting a new congregation all be it on line. 

As the choir were not allowed back into church, Chris and Paula decided to record the choir so that the recordings could be used during the service. 

The first rehearsal took place safely distanced in Paula’s back garden – I hope the neighbours enjoyed it as much as we did.  Then Chris began to e-mail both music and words of the hymns and we recorded them in our homes, we either e-mailed or WhatsApp the recording to Chris and he very cleverly blended the individual voices and made them sound amazing. 

During the year we mastered Zoom and after a few false starts for some of us we held our PCC and standing committee meetings via this app, with many a shout of you’re on mute, when someone was speaking and had forgotten to put their sound on. 

Later in the year we were allowed back into church, however, a safe distancing risk assessment had to be put in place and seats had to be booked via the parish office.  A team led by Paula spent a couple of Saturday afternoons thoroughly cleaning the church, marking the floor with arrows showing the one-way system in and out of the church and with the aid of a 2-metre stick, safe distanced the seating. Eventually we had to remove the static wooden seats to give greater flexibility to the seating and enable more people to take part in the service. 

To keep us all safe and sanitised, there are hands free sanitisers that Alison set up and everyone is given a sanitiser to use before communion. 

We were at last able to have a choir in church, however, sadly no other singing was allowed.  It was all very different to what we were used to and what with face masks and long lockdown hair, it was sometimes hard to recognise people.  Our live streaming took on a very professional touch with the Lovely Ozzy setting up his equipment every Sunday a filming the service and we were the envy of many. 

Our APCM along with other churches was held in October again via live stream.  Stuart decided to stand down as church warden and Frances kindly stood and was voted in to replace him. My thanks go to Stuart for all the hard work he has carried out to keep the church building standing. 

Just before Christmas we went into another lockdown and church once again was closed and services once again were live streamed curtesy of Ozzy and Chris. 

So, despite the country being in lockdown St Hilda’s was still going strong.  Everyone has played a part in this, however, there are a few thank you’d I must give. 

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First to Fr Joseph for always being there for all of us and keeping St Hilda’s very much in the forefront. His promotion to Area Dean is well deserved. To Darran and Denise for producing a brilliant weekly newsletter and organising delivery to those who are without Wi-Fi. To all who help deliver and keep in touch with the more vulnerable members of our family. 

Paula for her rigorous risk assessment to keep the church safe to use and for her collaboration with Chris in choosing hymns and music and keeping us all in tune. Chris Maddock for his hard work in first setting up the recording of the services and doing a brilliant job in recording the music and hymns, thanks to Melvin Rouse for recording some of the music, Frances and Rosemary for cleaning and sanitising the church every Wednesday after the service to make it ready for Sunday worship. Christine Makriel who served at the Altar most Sundays and finally to all the readers and intercessors and do you like me try to guess who is reading each week. 

As always there is so much done behind the scenes to keep the church running smoothly that we do not see, and my thanks to all of you for all your hard work and commitment.  It has been my privilege and pleasure to serve as your church warden. 

## **Benefice’s Reflection** 

One of the purposes of this year’s APCM is to reflect on church life from the previous year of 2020, and, of course, of all that still applies. If we look at all the things that changed since the first lockdown in March and all that is currently lacking in or church community compared to what was before. When all is stripped away and all pared back to a Facebook broadcast, then that is tough, very tough. Although, there is some hope in that, as I will mention in a moment. 

But looking back to what church life was like before COVID should be a source of encouragement. It reminds us that we capable of so much more and that when restrictions are lifted, then we know that we can re-build our worshipping community. 

But we should not underestimate the challenges which lie ahead in rebuilding our church community. There is no doubt that COVID has increased the financial pressures and put on hold many of our more social outreach activities. Things improved between the first and second lockdown, and we were able to worship together for a while, before we had to close down our doors again just before Christmas, but with the hope of the vaccine programme being rolled out. 

The reason to be hopeful also originates for reasons which I will explain. Firstly, because stripped back of all the extras which go with church life, the social functions, coffee morning, the boot sales, the concerts, and going back to basics is not the worst thing in the world. If we are to look for good in the situation then there are some parallels, albeit of course not the same, with the early church. The prayed together and shared communion before they put together a social calendar. Whilst only priests are required by Canon Law to celebrate the daily offices, our church community was encouraged to be united in prayer every day at home. 

My hope and prayer are that having been stripped back to the basics of our Christian life and worship, that we have the people and the spirit amongst us to put some things back together. But as we do that, I would also urge a spirit of discernment. The task of 2021 is not to re-create the church of 2019, 1919 or 1819. The task that lies ahead of us is to discern what we can do with the resources we have, what we need to do given the community we inhabit and, most importantly, what God calls us to do in this place. If we want St Hilda Ashford to have a spiritual heart, then we are not to use COVID as an excuse to back off 

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and let other people get on with it, because if everyone does that, then I can show you what has happened to many churches throughout the Kensington area and the Diocese of London, who either are facing closure or have become church plants.  Sisters and brothers in Christ, no matter how long you have been here and no matter what roles or jobs you have done for this parish before, you are not the past of St Hilda, you are its present and its future. You are called to pray, to evangelise, to worship and to play our role in the life of this parish, whatever that may be. Because everyone has a role in God’s economy. 

In 2020, despite the pandemic, outreach still took place. We strengthened our partnership with HMP Bronzefield, through the ongoing collaboration with chaplaincy and the art department. In terms of chaplaincy, a joint project looking at ways to reintegrate women into the local community upon release from prison, as well as supporting Simeon in his ‘Through the Door’ ministry. He was duly Co-Opted to the PCC at the November meeting, as a link person between the prison and the parish. In terms of the art department, the women decorated a fabric Christmas tree, which was then displayed at church, as visual sign of the existing close relationship between prison and parish. 

We continued with the Foundation Governorship of Ashford Church of England Primary School, with Donna Hester as governor. After several years as governor, Lisa Richardson stepped down as a foundation governor for St Hilda, for which we are deeply grateful. As a result of the vacancy, Clare Marland, was appointed as foundation governor in November, and we welcomed her to the role. We look forward to a closer relationship with the school. There is also a connection with Bishop Wand, through my role as Foundation Governor, and taking collective worship. 

Since becoming the Area Dean for Spelthorne in March, it has meant an increase in my workload, but at the same time a bigger involvement with the life of the Diocese and a stronger connection with other parishes in the Deanery. 

The gifts from the Harvest Festival went to the local food bank at the Salvation Army, which has become a lifeline throughout the pandemic for many families who are struggling financially. 

As were not able to meet up in person during the lockdowns, and there were many people who did not have access to the internet, it was important to find a way to stay in touch. With this in mind, the idea of a weekly newsletter was born, which Denise and Darran took upon themselves to put together and distribute. It has contributions from across the community and has been well received and much appreciated. 

The Ministry Team has not been able to operate in the same way throughout the pandemic. With Rosalyn on sabbatical, Carolyn carried on reading the Gospel, and preaching when possible, as well as keeping an eye on the Facebook page. Later on the year, she took over facilitating the Tea & Chat after the Sunday service. Denise also facilitated Tea & Chat on a Tuesday morning. Both have provided much needed opportunities for those attending to have social interaction via Zoom. We also welcomed Fr Steve, who has retired, and his wife Liz to the parish. We look forward to their involvement in the worship life at St Hilda. 

A big thank you to all the readers for keeping this invaluable ministry going, and to Frances for overseeing it. Also, thank you to Frances for all the behind the scenes work as a sacristan, and to Alan Sloan for organising the crucifer rota. I particularly would like to thank Christine Makriel for all the quiet but most appreciated help. 

Junior Church tried to meet best possible in between lockdowns, and we are grateful for Christine Taylor’s oversight, in collaboration with Elizabeth Bate, Chris Davenport, Elisabeth Santos and Gordon Clark. Thank you for holding it together under trialling circumstances. 

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Rosemary Greenwood, together with the editorial and collating teams, faithfully carried on producing Crossroads. However, with the number of contributions drying up and no one to take over from Rosemary, with a heavy heart it was decided to stop it for now. A big thank you goes to Rosemary and the rest of the team, namely Val Scott, Mike Davenport, Terry Rickson and Chris Holliday, for all their hard work, and to those who advertise in it for their sponsorship. 

The Hall Committee, namely Steve Smith, Val Scott, Elizabeth Bate, Chris Davenport, and Jenny Cayley, after many years of commitment and service to the parish, by overseeing the day to day run of the Church Hall, agreed to bring it to a close, as their oversight was transferred to the newly created Church Fabric Committee, composed by Steve Smith, Elizabeth Bate and Stuart Young, with the involvement of both Church Wardens, in order to centralise and streamline ongoing maintenance of both church and church hall. 

Part of the function of the APCM is to acknowledge all the areas of church life and those who contribute to them. to them. This event is a reminder that church is not something done in isolation, but it is only possible using the different silks and callings of many people from this church. Whilst I can’t thank everyone in this reflection by name, there are some people that I must thank personally, not only on my own behalf but on behalf of us all. 

Firstly, everyone should know that this church and this parish simply could not function without all the hard work of Denise, our parish administrator, my PA, supporting me in my role as Area Dean, and PCC Secretary! Unless you have seen behind the scenes of how the parish works you probably have no idea of how much there is to do but the newsletters, orders of services, admin work, photocopying, and many other tasks, plus trying to get any sense out of the vicar is a massive job. All this on top of being the PCC secretary. Thank you, Denise! 

A huge thanks to Stuart who stepped down as a Churchwarden at the 2019 APCM, and to our current Churchwardens Bobbie and Frances, and Stuart. They have been hugely supportive and hardworking. Unless you have been a churchwarden it is hard to imagine just how much goes into the job but, a bit like being a vicar. I truly appreciate all they do. 

Huge thanks also to Darran who has done a magnificent job as treasurer, and supported Denise in her varied roles. 

Of course, we also need to thank the PCC and Deanery Synod members who give up evenings throughout the year to help guide the life of the church. Huge thanks to everyone who has served in that capacity and to those who have put themselves forward for the new PCC. I would also like to acknowledge the hard work of the Standing Committee, overseeing the day-to-day business of the parish. One important undertaking was to plan the return to church after the first lockdown, for which I am grateful to Paula, Elizabeth and Christine Makriel. 

One of our chief characteristics in this church is the high standard of our music and our choir. I must therefore offer huge thanks to Chris Maddock for keeping the choir going throughout the pandemic, making full use of technology in unprecedented ways. Also, huge thank you to Paula for supporting Chris, and the members of the choir, for augmenting our worship so beautifully every week. 

One essential part of the corporate worship in absence over the least year has been the live streaming of the services. We are deeply grateful to Chris Maddock for overseeing it and Ozzy Etis for recording it without ever asking for anything in return, as a way to serve the local community. 

Thank you to those who contributed to the cleaning of the church when open, namely Bobbie, Frances, Rosemary and Chris Holliday. 

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What comes next for St Hilda’s over the coming year? As already flagged up, we do face a number of challenges in the year ahead and, whilst celebrating our blessings, we need to face the future realistically. So, there are challenges ahead, but there are also opportunities. I think that the biggest growth opportunity for the church comes from learning how to be of service to those around us. We are surrounded by endless need, whether our eyes are open to it or not, and if we seek to serve that need in the name of Christ then that is the best possible witness to the effect that being Christians has had on our lives. To serve others out of love, to be open with them about why we do it and to help them to find ways into making a response of their own is, in my view, far more powerful than only fiddling with our worship and hoping that people will come. We need to be such good Christians out there that people will be clamouring to know what goes on in here. We also need to increase our fellowship and discipleship, particularly to those who have joined the parish recently. 

This is a good place, filled with good people, and there is no doubt that God is at work in this community. We must treasure that and not take it or each other for granted. 

## **REVIEW of the Year** 

## **Worship and Learning** 

The Lent study course was based on the book ‘Saying Yes to Life’, by Ruth Valerio which was the Archbishop of Cantebury’s recommended book. 

Due to the national 1[st] Lockdown for Covid 19 we were unable to hold our usual Easter worship, however, Fr Joseph livestreamed the Easter services from the Vicarage. 

We managed to return to St Hilda’s between lockdowns and we were able to hold a Christmas morning service in Church, all other Christmas services were held online for people’s safety. 

Like all Church activities Junior Church has been affected by the two lockdowns but were able to meet in the intervening period.  To make for a safe environment for the children we changed our traditional practices, the number of children was limited to twenty and they were divided into two bubbles sadly we were unable to offer a place for pre-school children.  Each child has their own folder containing basic equipment to avoid sharing materials.  The two leaders were supported by four parents helping on a voluntary rota basis. 

We continue to follow the Lectionary using Roots on the Web resources. 

Unfortunately, we have been unable to have our usual Good Friday workshops, but we did manage to have a socially distanced Nativity play which Gordon produced, directed, filmed and edited. 

Christine Taylor who leads Junior Church is very grateful for the support of Gordon, Elizabeth, Elisabeth and Chris and the parents who have helped us. 

We have not met since the second lockdown but in the meantime, Christine will provide some materials in Church for the children who come to the Sunday Service with their parents.  Roots on the Web in response to the pandemic have materials and activities which are free to download without a password. 

The Choir continues to contribute wonderfully to the worship life at St Hilda’s, eventhough they have been unable to meet through much of this year. They have pre-recorded music to be played during our services. Many thanks to all members of the choir, especially Chris 

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Maddock who has mixed the many recorded voices together to produce the exceptional results heard in St Hilda’s and online each week. 

The Bible Study Group did not meet in 2020. 

Feed My Sheep met only twice in the year 2020.  Two topics were discussed Rivers and Mountains and the pot pouri of Pick and Mix.   Tea coffee and cake were enjoyed alongside the lively discussion, contributions from members and a good few laughs. 

We look forward to resuming sometime in the future should people be happy to continue . 

We continue to be supported by a committed group of Servers who contribute to the worship. 

We are grateful to those who act as Vergers for occasional offices, and the Sides people who greet people. 

Sally Goulden continued as Church Safeguarding Officer and Elizabeth Bate continues as Children's Champion. 

## **House of Bishops’ Policy Statements** 

St Hilda’s PCC ensure that we comply with the duty under Section 5 of the Safeguarding & Clergy Discipline Measure 2016, in relation to having due regard to House of Bishops’ guidance on safeguarding children and vulnerable adults (as below). 

## **Child Protection** 

The Church of England, in all aspects of its life, is committed to and will champion the protection of children and young people both in society as a whole and in its own community. 

It fully accepts, endorses and will implement the principle enshrined in the Children Act 1989, that the welfare of the child is paramount. The Church of England will foster and encourage best practice within its community by setting standards for working with children and young people and by supporting parents in the care of their children. 

It will work with statutory bodies, voluntary agencies and other faith communities to promote the safety and well-being of children and young people. It is committed to acting promptly whenever a concern is raised about a child or young person or about the behaviour of an adult, and will work with the appropriate statutory bodies when an investigation into child abuse is necessary. 

The Church of England is committed to encouraging an environment where all people and especially those who may be vulnerable for any reason are able to worship and pursue their faith journey with encouragement and in safety. Everyone, whether they see themselves as vulnerable or not, will receive respectful pastoral ministry recognizing any power imbalance within such a relationship. 

## **Safeguarding Adults** 

All church workers involved in any pastoral ministry will be recruited with care including the use of the Criminal Records Bureau disclosure service when legal or appropriate. Workers will receive training and continuing support. 

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Any allegations of mistreatment, abuse, harassment or bullying will be responded to without delay. Whether or not the matter involves the church there will be cooperation with the police and local authority in any investigation. 

Sensitive and informed pastoral care will be offered to anyone who has suffered abuse, including support to make a complaint if so desired: help to find appropriate specialist care either from the church or secular agencies will be offered. 

Congregations will often include people who have offended in a way that means they are a continuing risk to vulnerable people. The risks will be managed sensitively with the protection of adults and children in mind. 

## **Events** 

St Hilda’s had a limited calendar of events this year due to the pandemic. We did, however, manage to meet for Burns night and a Pancake Party before the first lockdown. 

## **Church Buildings 2020** 

## **St Hilda's Church** 

The PAT testing was carried out and again minor works were undertaken. St Hilda’s church continues to take advantage of the gutter cleaning programme offered by the Diocese of London. Work was completed on the Baptistry ceiling and to install a handrail outside the Woodthorpe Road entrance. 

A group of volunteers led by Paula Gething arranged for cleaning and prepared St Hilda’s for re-opening. Our thanks to Paula and all of those who were members of the ‘Return to Church’ team.  Thanks also to Bobbie Bedford, Frances Forsbrey, Rosemary Greenwood and Chris Holliday who clean St Hilda’s every Wednesday to keep it covid safe between services. 

## **Church Hall** 

We fulfilled the legal requirements of our insurers, Diocese and Local Authority regarding the electrical, gas and fire regulations.  A combined properties committee now look after the Church and Church Hall. 

Although the gutters were relined last year, "snagging" points are still being investigated by the installers. 

The Church Hall continued to provide a safe community space when government covid guidelines allowed, and many regular hirers were not able to meet after March.  Happytots pre-school, established in 2006, remains the principal daytime hirer. 

## **34 Woodthorpe Road** 

St Hilda's continues to fulfil Landlord's obligations in Gas, PAT and fixed electrical wire testing. 

Our tenants remained throughout 2020 and Lockwood's, the managing letting agents, continued to manage the property for St Hilda’s. Routine maintenance was carried out as required. 

## **The Vicarage** 

No internal works were required at the vicarage since the redecoration in 2018. 

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## **Outreach** 

The 2020 outreach could be considered in three categories: local, educational and nonparish. There was a continuing ministry to bereaved families through the Memorial Book, and the Memorial Tree, we were unable to display Easter Lilies in 2020. We remain fully represented at Churches Together in Ashford and Stanwell. Educationally, we maintain our relationships with St James' Senior Boys’ school and Ashford Church of England School; both these schools now use St Hilda’s Church as their prime venue for religious events. Unfortunately, we were unable to welcome them to St Hilda’s due to the pandemic. 

We continued with the Foundation Governorship of Ashford Church of England School, with Donna Hester as governor and Clare Marland was appointed as our new Foundation when Lisa Richardson stood down after many years, we thank her for her commitment to the role.  We have established a strong relationship with HMP Bronzefield Prison and support their ‘Through the Door’ ministry, as part of our missional outreach to the wider community. We also supported the Salvation Army foodbank. 

Non-parish outreach has been supporting the Mothers' Union at Deanery and Diocesan Levels. We also supported the ALMA Lent appeal via a Smartie tube collection. 

We continue to build on Mission Outreach with our outgoing, welcoming Baptism, Wedding and Funeral Families. We find St. Hilda’s is seen as one of the desired places for children’s baptism, but this year we were unable to hold many. There were no weddings during the year, and we held a limited number of Funerals in Church. 

We were lucky to be only Church in Spelthorne to be able to hold a Christingle Service in Church in aid of the Children’s Society. 

The gifts from the Harvest Festival were given to support the local Salvation Army foodbank to help those in need in Spelthorne. 

The Saturday Morning Knitting Group, which began in September 2013, have been unable to meet since February 2020. Their knitted goods that we have are distributed to the women of Bronzefield who need them. 

Rosemary Greenwood, together with the editorial produced the monthly parish magazine during the year, Crossroads. A big thank you goes to the team for all their hard work, and to those who advertise in it for their sponsorship. With the inception of the weekly St Hilda’s News it was decided that the production of Crossroads would cease for now. 

Mission Action continued throughout the year with occasional activities designed to attract different groups of people into the community. In November, under the leadership of Christine Makriel, we again planted our Remembrance poppies to commemorate those who died in the war.  A local Scout Group also planted poppies to commemorate VE Day in May. The art installation Christmas shelter by Andrew Milton remains a focal point to the women leaving Bronzefield where they can leave messages of hope on their way to Ashford Station after release. There is also a prison holdall there containing a sleeping bag, scarf and hat for those who may need it. 

## **Risk Management Policy** 

Although the PCC is not required to report on its risk management policy, the PCC takes it very seriously and receives regular reports from the Health and Safety officer. A recovery 

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plan is in place to assist the local community in the event of a disaster, and further work will be carried out on risk management issues as required.  We continue to meet all electrical, gas and fire requirements. Christine Makriel continued as Health and Safety Office, with Denise Buttigieg as deputy. 

## **Financial Review** 

St Hilda’s PCC remains in a healthy financial position. Total Fixed Asset valuation of properties has been maintained at £1,175,000 on the balance sheet.  This comprises of 34 Woodthorpe Road valued at £325,000 and the Church Hall at £850,000.  The trust held funds of £83,757 as at 31 December 2020 which represented a decrease in net operating income of £19,255, the decrease was driven by several factors, mainly due to maintenance costs of which grants and donations were received against in 2019, coupled with covid resulting in Church Hall being severely diminished. 

Restricted funds accounts for £17,738, Alford fund of £10,497, £6,241 allocated to the Church and further £1,000 against the Church Hall in respect of a restricted donation received. 

The PV Solar System continues to contribute with a further £6,745 received from the grid during the year and a further £1,080 allocated donations, the income covers the costs of electricity used in the Church, the original investment has been recovered.  Gift Aid on planned giving during the year contributed £13,328 of which £2,516 is collected via the Parish Giving Scheme, and a further £2,314 on VAT claims against investments made during the year. 

The rental of 34 Woodthorpe Road continued, and after costs for repairs, lease renewals continues to yield a net income. 

Maintenance costs during the year totalled £22,278, split between the Church £21,451, Church Hall £546 and 34 Woodthorpe Road £281.  The major items for each are as per the following. 

- Church – Baptistry repairs, Asbestos removal, Architect fees, first instalment of Diocesan loan for the boiler, Church boiler repayments, and various other minor maintenance/ repairs/ purchases including items to ensure the Church was covid safe. 

- Church Hall – Minor repairs 

- 34 Woodthorpe Road – Replacement washing machine, and an electrical circuit repair. 

- Common fund for the year totalled £62,000 which represents a 3% increase versus 2019, which is still significantly lower than the required contribution. 

Peter Connolly, who is a Chartered Accountant performed our independent examiner review. 

## **Reserves Policy** 

The central reserves, which the PCC holds to ensure that emergency, as well as routine repairs can be performed on the church buildings including 34 Woodthorpe Road with minimal delay and disruption to church activities. Local bank reserves exist to manage any fluctuations in cash flow and ensure commitments can be met. 

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## **Spelthorne Deanery Report 2020** 

The Spelthorne Deanery Mission took place in February 2020. This was preceded by a few preparatory training events initiated by the former Area Dean, Rev Andy Saville. There were many meetings, social events and school visits throughout the Deanery and Bishop Graham Tomlin spoke at a lot of these meetings. Generally the mission was an encouragement to all those who participated and a challenge to us all to do more in future. 

Normally Synod meetings provide an opportunity for sharing news and enjoying fellowship with the clergy and lay representatives from the 11 churches within Spelthorne Deanery. Despite the national lockdown restrictions from March 2020, the Synod successfully continued with a programme of meetings remotely on zoom. 

Fr Joseph Fernandes, the incumbent of St Hilda’s Ashford, was appointed as Area Dean in March 2020. Rev Chris Swift retired from St Nicholas’s Shepperton after many years of dedicated ministry. Revd Allen Bower was licensed as the new Vicar of St Saviour’s, Sunbury in September. There were several Annual Finance meetings hosted remotely over zoom by Archdeacon Richard Frank and Rev Mary Spredbury (Diocesan Finance Officer) during the summer. Each Church Treasurer and PCC representatives were able to participate. 

In June, the Bishop of London, Rt Rev and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally gave an inspiring talk on the Diocese of London’s vision for the next decade and then participated in a Q&A session on current topics. She noted that there had been some very positive effects of the lockdown period forexample many churches have developed good on-line services, small home groups had been supporting each other well using zoom meetings and many families, including her own, have been able to spend time together regularly for prayer and Bible reading. Referring to Life after Lockdown she mentioned that various changes are inevitable and we will not go back to a pre-lockdown “normal”. 

In the 2030 Vision Bishop Sarah said a principal objective would be for the Church to be there for every Londoner. The main ambitions of the vision are that we believe God is calling us to grow as: 

- Confident Disciples 

- Compassionate Communities 

- Creative Growth in numbers 

Referring to Acts 2:42– 7, she noted that the believers knew each other well, they shared things in common and then God added to their number. 

At the Synod meeting in November, Bishop Graham Tomlin elaborated further on the Diocese of London Vision 2030. His introductory comments were that this is a vision with a big but not impossible ambition. The vision is that every Londoner (Spelthorne resident) should encounter the love of God in Christ and that this vision should be inspired by prayer. During the course of the presentation Bishop Graham made extensive references to Acts Chap 2 and how we need our church communities to become younger, safer and more racially diverse. 

Father Joseph Fernandes                                                  Norman W Head Spelthorne Area Dean                                                        Spelthorne Deanery Lay Chair 

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## **St Hilda’s Stewardship Report for 2020 (Jim Iddiols)** 

Stewardship giving during 2020 amounted to a total of £33,963.13, which was a decrease of £7,240.32 on the previous year. This total was made up of three categories of giving: 

1. Donations made under Gift Aid (£33,135.13) 

2. Donations not eligible for Gift Aid but claimable under the Gift Aid Small Donations Scheme (GASDS) (£68.00) 

3. Donations not eligible for Gift Aid and not claimable under GASDS due to the donation amount exceeding the £30 limit (£760.00) 

The amounts given, Gift Aid claimed from HMRC, and number of donors for each of the last 10 years are shown in the following table: 

|**Year**|**Received**|**Claimed**|**Donors**|
|---|---|---|---|
|**2011**|**45,993.35**|**11,404.94**|**85**|
|**2012**|**41,939.08**|**9,987.02**|**84**|
|**2013**|**39,608.75**|**9,781.94**|**78**|
|**2014**|**43,918.84**|**10,979.71**|**75**|
|**2015**|**42,850.54**|**10,149.31**|**73**|
|**2016**|**40,452.07**|**9,497.14**|**65**|
|**2017**|**39,491.90**|**9,135.49**|**61**|
|**2018**|**39,929.63**|**9,232.67**|**58**|
|**2019**|**41,203.45**|**9,505.23**|**56**|
|**2020**|**33,963.13**|**8,058.34**|**59**|



The total number of contributors to Stewardship in 2020 was 59 (up 3 on 2019). Of these, 22 (down 6 on 2019) use the weekly envelope sets, 16 (unchanged from 2019) donate monthly or quarterly by Standing Order, 17 (up 8) donate via the preferred Parish Giving Scheme (PGS) and the remaining 4 paid annually. In total, £8,058.34 was claimed back from HMRC on all donations that fell under Stewardship during 2020. 

A further £8,221.64 (down £4,086.54 on 2019) was donated during 2020 for other miscellaneous categories such as solar panels, baptisms, Easter lilies, loose plate collections, various events, innovative fund-raising initiatives and so on. For these additional gifts, and inclusive of GASDS, we claimed back £2,055.40 from HMRC. These donations were generously provided by not only those under stewardship, but also those in the wider congregation and parish. 

Unsurprisingly, the coronavirus pandemic has clearly had a significant impact on the 2020 figures shown above. That said, those under stewardship and the wider contribution are to be congratulated for their innovative efforts and kind generosity in continuing their giving to St. Hilda’s in what has been, incredibly difficult circumstances. 

And finally, we are currently looking for a volunteer to take on the leadership of the Stewardship Team for 2021 and beyond. Whoever takes on the role will continue to be ably assisted by Pauline Milton and Jim Iddiols, who will continue to manage the administration of collecting Gift aid from HMRC. 

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## **’ – ’ St Hilda s Church Altar Servers Report 2020** 

## **(Alan Sloan)** 

Altar servers fulfil a very important function within the church.  Their role dates back to the early days of the church, when priests were accompanied by an acolyte on their travels. Today altar servers’ roles are as follows: 

The **Crucifer** is the person who carries the big processional cross. We have different crosses for different times in the year. Normally we have a large, decorated cross but in Advent and Lent a small wooden cross is available to reflect the mood of the season although, in recent years, the latter has not been used. 

The **Acolytes** work in pairs and they both carry candles. In the olden days, when churches weren’t lit quite so brightly, they had a very important role ensuring that when the Gospel procession went down into the church there was enough light on the Gospel book for the priest or deacon to be able to read it. They also fulfil other roles at the altar, such as bringing the vessels to the altar so that it can be laid up for mass and helping the priest wash his or her hands. 

The **Book “Boy/Girl”** carries the altar book which he or she will hold for the priest when reading the Gospel. They also assist with the other roles at the altar. 

St Hilda’s Church currently has a team of 10 active altar servers, as listed below, who are always willing to help with any task to keep our services in Church running smoothly.  Primarily they assist at both the 8 o’clock and 9.30 Sunday services but they also assist with the Tuesday mornings services and other special services e.g. confirmation, candles of remembrance. 

Of the names of servers shown in italics: Tyler Penrone is currently studying at Warwick University and Robb Clarke is still recovering following a long period of illness.  At the end of January Orlando Vieira-Martins decided to stand down from being a server and we thank him for his contribution to the server’s team.  Sadly, at the end of June, Ian Stroudley also decided to stand down from being a server.  We thank Ian for his significant contribution to the servers team, in particular, over many years, to the 8 o’clock Sunday service. 

Also Pat Kitto, who for many years produced the server’s rota, decided to stand down from that role and we thank her for dedication and contribution to this important task. 

The advent of Covid-19 in March 2020 caused significant changes in all our lives and the roles of servers had to be suspended as a result.  In October the role of crucifer was resumed to lead Father Joseph in and out of the service but with all other roles suspended.  However, with the introduction of lockdown 2 on 5 November and the suspension of churches services that role was temporarily suspended and further extended as a result of lockdown 3. 

Alan Sloan is the Head Server/serving team liaison representative and acts as the focal point between the servers and Father Joseph. This entails: 

Updating altar servers about any changes in process/procedure Completion of the end of year report Production of the servers’ rotas. 

We would always welcome new members to the team and would give the support and training to undertake this role. If interested please contact one of the Church Wardens in the first instance. 

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## **List of servers:** 

Darran Buttigieg _Robb Clarke*_ Frances Forsbrey* Sally Goulden* Chris Holliday Christine Makriel* Peter Makriel* _Tyler Penrone_ David Saville* Alan Sloan* Barbara Warne* Emma Wrightson* 

An asterisk* signifies where a server has additionally been appointed by the Bishop of Kensington to assist with Holy Communion.  Those shown in italics are currently unavailable for rota duties. 

## **’ - St Hilda s Church Flower Ladies Report 2020** 

## **(Bobbie Bedford)** 

It’s been a sad year where flowers in church are concerned.  Due to the lock-down we were unable to have our usual display of remembrance lilies and even though we did have a short period where we were able to hold services in church, we still did not have flowers in church.  Due to our very rigorous risk assessment, we could not allow people free access to the building. 

We did mute the idea of having lilies in November but again due to restrictions we decided against it. However, you will have seen the fantastic display of poppies behind the high alter. 

Way back in 2019 Father Joseph popped into our Saturday knitting group and asked if anyone could either knit or crochet poppies as he had an idea of a display in church.  One of our knitting ladies Mary Osborne had already been knitting them for the WI and was happy knit some for the church, in fact Mary knitted a total of 250 poppies. 

A call went out to the church and patterns of wool were provided; each week small bags of poppies were left in church; we also had a large bag delivered from the women of Bronze Field. We were hoping to get around 1000, in fact we ended up with over 1500. 

Fr Joseph discussed the display with Alison and she began the task of attaching the individual poppies to netting whilst she sat at home watching TV.  It was far too big a job for one person and so a team of around 6 ladies organised by Alison and at a 2-metre distance from each other spent around 5 hours in the church hall attaching the poppies with garden wire to yards of netting. 

When all 1500 poppies had been attached Will Gething and his friends kindly hung the nets behind the Altar, the display was breath taking and you could see the individuality of the poppies made by so many different hands. 

We didn’t have flowers last year, however, I think you will agree the poppies more than made up for it. 

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## **St Hilda’s Church Events and Fundraising Committee Report 2020** 

## **(Christine Taylor)** 

Just before the first lockdown we were able to hold our second Pancake Party on the evening of Shrove Tuesday, coinciding with Bishop Graham’s visit to Spelthorne so it became a Deanery affair with 40/50 people in attendance.  The following morning Bishop Graham and Father Joseph accompanied by Bobbie and Frances were at Ashford Station, offering Ashing to commuters and school children.  Then came the first lockdown and all our usual activities were cancelled. 

In October we had our Harvest Festival and the donations of food and toiletries were distributed through the Salvation Army.  On the 30[th] October, Simon Shutt of Faith Awareness in Children’s Trust (FACT) organised a fabulous Pumpkin Carving evening for children and their parents – all socially distanced and observing Covid 19 recommendations.  Simon also ran a similar event, An Advent Journey to Christmas, on 11[th] December.  This was a smaller event but both events attracted families from the wider community. 

Darran and Denise again organised for a group to go with the Staines Rotary Santa Sleigh to boost our fundraising at Christmas, thank you to those who ventured out in the cold December night to help. 

We also managed to hold two Jumble Sales, socially distanced and in the open air. I would like to give my thanks to all those who have worked so hard to keep going in these difficult times. 

## **St Hilda’s Choir Report 2020 (Paula Gething and Chris Maddock)** 

2020 began like any normal year, with the choir supporting Sunday services under the direction of Christina Veasey. Twelve regular members maintain soprano, alto, tenor and bass voices. 

By March, as the country descended into the grip of the global pandemic, services ceased and the choir waited. After a few weeks, when it became impossible for Christina to travel and under the leadership of Chris Maddock, a few members of the choir managed to record items individually that later, using his musical expertise and available technology, Chris managed to stitch together into a single track to be broadcast as part of a live streamed service. This was to become part of the routine for half of the year. 

With no regular organist, online recordings to accompany singing were sourced from a free resource called Small Church Music.co.uk. When these were not suitable or the wrong tune or harmony, either Chris would construct something electronically (through the wonder of modern technology) or Melvyn would supply a backing track. 

Each week, for a significant part of the year, Chris has provided an electronic copy of the sheet music, a backing track from one of the three sources described and instructions for the choir to make a recording. Each choir member uses one “device” and headphones to listen to the track and a second device to record their voice only. Chris then receives between five and ten voice parts to combine to make a single recording. The choir has amassed a substantial back catalogue of recordings, some of which are good, others less so. Combined with recordings from St Martin in the Fields, provided by the Church of England to support live streamed worship during the pandemic, this music has supported services at St Hilda’s all year. 

For a short while over the summer and autumn, many of the choir were able to return to practice in church and to singing live under strict social distancing and hygiene arrangements.  Again, using a combination of Melvyn’s recordings, electronic and professional recordings the choir sang hymns 

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and some anthems. Although sadly, to date the congregation remains unable to participate in live singing, it is hoped those at home have been able to join in. 

Unfortunately, preparations for Christmas were halted by the second wave of COVID-19 and the choir returned to virtual recordings for the last services of the year. Just before this, 5 sung items were recorded together and provided to HMP Bronzefield to supplement their Christmas Carol services. 

Since Easter 2020, the music has been planned and prepared by a small group of choir members, Carolyn Clark, Chris Maddock, Paula Gething and Rosemary Greenwood. Jane Dobbie and Melvyn Rouse, who have both been shielding throughout have provided solo and accompaniments respectively and four other regular members of the choir have consistently contributed recorded vocals throughout and maintained our commitment to four part harmony and St Hilda's musical tradition. 

We hope that in 2021 we will be able to return to regular practice on a Friday and singing together in church both with the congregation and as choir only. 

## **’ - ’ St Hilda s Church Mothers Union Report 2020 (Joyce Rouse)** 

There have been no branch meetings of the Mothers’ Union since last March with the Corporate Communion/Coffee Morning and regular lunch when David Mitchell gave us his Lent reflections. The following week a group of us took part in the World Day of Prayer at St Michael’s Church and the week after that we were all locked down. 

We have been doing our best to keep in touch with members by email where possible or by ‘phone calls. At Christmas we delivered cards to every member with a personal message and we will be doing the same for Easter. Anything that we receive from the Diocese is emailed around and I know that some members have been taking part in Zoom prayer meetings. 

The World Day of Prayer on March 5th this year was organised by Alison Garner. It was led by Father Joseph on a Zoom meeting and members of St Hilda’s M.U. took part in it 

A number of us will be joining a Zoom meeting on March 25th for a Lady Day service as this is usually celebrated in rotation around the Deanery churches. 

Some members have been helping with shopping, collecting prescriptions and general support which has been much appreciated by those who had to shield throughout. 

We have recognised but not yet been able to celebrate the two 90th birthdays of Joan Prescott and Sheila Freeman. Many congratulations to them both. 

We have lost Donna Marshall who was a member for many years and who sadly died at the start of the Pandemic. 

We very much look forward to meeting again but as yet we have no idea when this will be possible. 

## **’ - St Hilda s Church Crossroads Report 2019** 

## **(Valerie Scott)** 

Last year was  very difficult for the editorial team, Mike Davenport, Chris Holliday, Terry Rickson and myself, but especially for Rosemary Greenwood, our editor. 

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A printed copy was produced in February and March, but then we had lockdown, which meant we could not distribute the magazine and the editorial team were unable to meet. 

However, editions were produced and put on our web site. It became increasingly difficult to find interesting material and then with the introduction of a Weekly Newsletter, Crossroads became superfluous. 

Many thanks to Rosemary for all her hard work under very challenging circumstances. 


## **3[rd] Ashford Rainbows, Brownies and Guides Report  2020** 

**– (Chris Davenport Guide Guider)** 

Unfortunately, 3[rd] Ashford Rainbows, Brownies and Guides have not been able to run their usual weekly meetings at St Hilda’s Church Hall since March 2020, due to the coronavirus lockdowns and restrictions. 

During this time, the Guiders have kept in touch with the girls and have been able to organise a variety of Zoom meetings for all age groups.  Some girls are not happy with this type of meeting, but they have managed to complete some badge work at home.  In this way they can still feel involved. 

It has been hard for all of our youngsters not to be able to meet up with their Guiding friends, particularly as they have had to cope with so much home schooling. 

We really hope that we will be able to get back to face to face meetings soon.  The girls can then, once again, meet up with their friends, and look forward to enjoying their weekly Guiding experiences. 

President:    Fr Joseph Fernandes 

## St Hilda’s Entertainers 

Chairman:   Neale Winter 

Secretary:    Mike Davenport 

## **St Hilda’s Entertainers’ Annual Report 2020** 

## **(Michael Davenport)** 

Just as reported for last year’s APCM, the position remains that St Hilda’s Entertainers have been unable to meet together for rehearsals or stage productions since the first coronavirus lockdown and social-distancing came into effect in March 2020. 

Nevertheless, members have been given the opportunity to keep in touch with each other.  Various internet Zoom events have been organised, including quizzes, show and tell, games, a Shakespeare evening and a virtual cast party. 

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Despite the lack of income from ticket sales, the Entertainers decided to show in a positive way their continuing goodwill to St Hilda’s by making a donation of £936 from their funds to St Hilda’s Church. This is the equivalent of what would, in a normal year, have been our church hall hire fees for our pantomime rehearsals from September to December 2020. 

We can now only look forward optimistically, as we always do, to the months ahead.  We have decided to avoid the risk of unwittingly spreading the coronavirus by postponing our May 2020 production for a second time.  Later this year, however, we are hoping to be able to resume our usual schedule of auditions in July, followed by rehearsals from September, with a view to performing our pantomime in December. 

Here’s hoping! 

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PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNOL OF ST. HILDA'S ASHFORD MIDDLESEX
ULANCE SHEET
Ihp end1￿ 31 December 2020
20
BS0,Im
)25.CrfX)
1.1 is.￿1
sso.w)
325.(
1,175.(
850.(N)J
325.0th)
1.175.(
6,150
59J70
6,150
77.607
83.757
5.052
101.117
I￿,169
17.n8
17.n8
5.436
5.436
8593
17.ns
nJ22
97576
1235584
17.738
1353322
lJn376
I235￿
17,738
1253322
12n576
1235.584
1.235.584
17.738
1253.322
1242.452
30.125
12n.576
17.738
17.738
1335.584
Tr* Sfc reStyYtsi￿1rtYftsr etssuri￿ adwatefinanrial ccrtrols are maint*ned aftd propwiKK*5
ktpi
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PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST. HILDA'S ASHFORD MIDDLESEX
STATEMENTOF FINANCIALACTIVITIES
Forthe year ending 31 December 2020
NOTE UNPESTRicfED RESTRicfED
FUNDS
FUNDS
TOTAL
2020
TOTAL
2019
INCOMING RESOUR
Vduntary ir￿[￿ne
21al
62,172
65,472
88,056.36
Activities for generating fun
21bl
26,810
26,810
64,997.83
fr(¥n investments
21cl
16,036
16.
14.618.85
Church activities
21dl
2,617
2,617
7,269.53
Other itKoming resources
21el
TOTAL INfoMING RESOUR
107.635
110.979.17
174.942.57
RESOUR￿5 EXPENDED
Cost of generati￿ vduntsry I￿(￿1￿
31bl
Fund raising costs
31cl
513
513
1,323.79
Church acti￿ltieS
31al
113,431
15,731
129,162
154,107.64
*westnEnt nHnagen*nt costs
31dl
559
559
3.477.45
TOTAL RESOUR￿ EXPENDED
114.503
15.731
130,234
158,gJ8.88
NET INcoMN￿ RESOURCES
11868
112,3871
119,2551
16,034
GAINS & LOSSES ON INVESTld£NTS
TRANSFERS BEtWEEN FUNDS
ACCOUNTIN￿ PROCEDURES ADAJSTMENT
NET MO1￿ME￿￿ IN FUNtxs
16,8681
112.3871
119,2551
16,034
BALAN￿ BIFAT 1ST JANUARY 2Q20
L242,452
30,125
1,272,576
1,256,543
BALAN￿ CIF AT 31 DE￿MBER 2020
1235.584
17.738
1253.322
L272576
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PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST. HILDA'S ASHFORD MIDDLESEX
NOTESTOTHEFINANCIALSTATEMENTS
Forthe yearenthng 31 December 2020
I ACCCiINTING POLKIES
The fInar￿la1 state￿￿nts have been prepared underthe Church ACC￿nting Regulations 20[￿ in acC[Aa￿e with applicatle accountir
stsndards and the cwrent StatenEnt of Rec(Thmen&d Practice Accountin8 and Reporbn8 ky Charities ISORP 2(K)51.
The finarKial statements have been prepared underthe hIst￿Ical C(￿tcanUentIon eXCeptf￿ inVest￿nt assets, which are sh(AHn at
rI￿rket value. The finan￿al ststetrEnts include all transactions, a55ets and liaEMlities forwhich the Ffc is re5pon5ible in law. They th
not include the accounts ot chU￿h Bfoups that owe their affiliabm to amther ￿}dy, nor thtse thitare infortnal gathering of chutch
n*)ers.
FUNDS
Restricted fund5 c(xnprise lal tevenue (knnatior￿ or8tant5 f(r a specific PCC actimty intended by the donijr 3tKI Ibl tmnies set aside
a srEcific pU￿(6e as a8reed by the PCC. ￿the￿ these fu)ds ha￿ urtspent i￿lar￿e8. Interest on their rx)ded Investrrent Is
appLKtioned to the iTKliiqdual luTKls on an average balarKe basis.
Unrestricted funds are incorne f￿d5 which are to be spenton the PCCS ger￿[al purwse5.
INCOMING RESOUR(ES
VdLVJtory IntLVnR
Planned 8iwn& collections and similar thnations are recognised when received. Tax refun(k are reco8nised ￿then the incornin8
resource to which they relate 15 received. Gtant5 atxl leBacie5 ate acco￿￿dfO[ when the PCC is entided to the use of t￿ te50wce5.
their u111￿[e receipi is considered reasonaNy certrin and the amunts due are reliably quantifiable. DI￿deNIS a￿ accounted for
wI￿n thclared recelvaLle. Interestas and when acc[￿￿ Iw the payer. Al Incomlng resources are acc￿jnted forgross.
Other kncorn•
Renral from the letting cl churh preffises Is recognised when rental is the.
601￿ ￿1￿ 10sse$on investmert$
Realized gains and lobses are recoBnised wlEn the 1rwes1n￿nts are sdd
RE50UR(ES iL5ED
Grants and donations are accounted forwhen t￿1￿ over. or ¥shen awarded. if that award creates a binding ￿ Co￿tructive oiligation
on PCC. The diocesan parish Strw￿ expected tobe Kvid cwer is accounted f(Y wlEn (kje.
All otherexpendture is 8enetally rec(Enised when it 15 incurred bnd is acco￿ted for gros5.
Ff<ED ASSErs
CLYRspcrot•dwLwrty t7Jdrn47v&lt chLvchfvmishin
Consecrated and be[￿fICe property 15 not included in the accoun15 in accordance with 5.1012llal and Icl d the Charities kt 201L
Movable church furnishings held by the Vicar and Cl¥JrClWarde￿ on SPEcial trust for the PCC and which require a faculty for
disposal are inalienable property, listed in tIE church's inventory. which can be I￿pected lat any reasonable titYEI. For anythinB
acqured priorto 20m there 15 irEuff icientcckst itrfotrnation available and therefore such assets are mt valued in financial
staternents. ￿￿eqUentlY m individual itern ha5 Cost tmre than £l,O(X> soall Such expenditure has been ¥ffitten off when incurtEd.
Otherfl%ture4 flttlr47$urnToffi¢e eqthwnent
Indimdual itetrE of equip￿￿ntwlth a purchase price d £l,O(X> (r less are MKitten off when the asset is acquired.
thvestments
InvestnEnts are valLEd ai wrket value ai 31 DecernLEr.
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PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST. HILDA'S ASHFORD MIDDLESEX
NOTESTO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For the year ending 31 December 2020
2. INCOMING RESOURCES
Unrestrictèd
Funds
Restrlcted
Funds
TOTAL
2020
TOTAL
2019
21al Voluntary Income
Planned givin8 . gift aid don8tlOn5
Tax recovered on planned giving
Planned givinE - other
Loose plate
SLJndry donation5
Othertax recovered
Donation5, appea15, etc.
Grant income
Legaiie5
Memorial book
Flowers
Specials
37,539
13,828
37,539
13,828
40,303
9.951
3,283
3,&2
2,314
317
3.283
7,122
2,314
317
21,947
6,CS3
1,384
205
1,129
62,172
3,300
65,472
88,056
21bl Activities for generating funds
Fetes, bazaars & other fund raising events
Hall letting51 Fund raising
Photocopying
PV Income
3,917
17,947
io
3,947
17,947
io
9,545
50,851
Isc.
26.810
26.810
64,998
21cl Income from Invèstmènts
Interest
Rent
225
467
15,811
16,036
15,811
16,080
14,152
14,619
21dl Income from church actlvltles
Crossroads
Weddin85
Funer815
Baptl5rr￿j Confi rmation
Sundries
774
774
734
2CO
2CA)
2,1(Xl
3,351
L142
1,142
501
501
I.(￿5
7,270
2.617
2.617
21el Othèr ordinary incomin8 resourcès
Insurance cla ims
TOTAL INCOMING RESOURCES
107,635
110,979
174,943
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PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST. HILDA'S ASHFORD MIDDLESEX
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For the year endlng 31 December 2020
RESOURCES EXPENDED
Unrestrlcted
Re5trfrted
TOTAL
TOTAL
Funds
Funds
2020
2019
•) thurch Activities
Missionary giving
Flowers
275
275
1683
1123
7,4EO
19
124
124
InsurarKe- Church
InsurarKe - Hall
Juni(x Church
Maintenance Church & Hall
MetTK)rial b(xik
Ministry- Clergy expenses
Ministry- Common Fund
Ministry- Other clergy expenses
Ministry- Wedding fees
Organist & choir costs
Running cost- Church
Running c(bt- Hall
sU￿1ry
7,737
L9
7.737
1,4>5
39
6,266
15,731
21,￿7
34,052
102
448
1157
62,QX)
215
215
379
1029
1,633
5,853
4,829
1,294
4,012
L968
1,294
4,012
L593
&611
791
1,593
6,611
791
2,359
7,081
g65
utilities - Gas
Utilities - Other
PAministraticrt)
peO￿e1 CleanirE Costs
8,835
9,319
I￿,431
8,835
9,319
129,162
8,2
13,994
154,108
15,731
b) Cost of Kenerating of Tmluntsry income
Costs of appeals
Stewardship activities
3(cl Fund raISin￿ Events costs
Fetes, bazaars & other
513
513
1,324
1.324
513
513
3(d} Investment Management Costs
Insurame - 34 Wocdthorpe Road
Mairtenance Costs - 34 Woodthorpe Road
Amin Fees - 34 Woodthorpe Road
RunrrinE Costs Erounds
278
278
695
281
281
L245
1123
415
3,477
559
559
TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED
114.503
15.731
130.234
158.909
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PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST. HILDA.
ASHF(￿D MDDLESEX
NOTES TO THE FINANCiALSTATEMENTS
For the year Ènding 31 December 2020
IL People Cost5
During t￿yearth& USedt￿ 5etvre& OF t￿rt time(lean￿ f￿th￿ch￿rth hall and an adtll1Th5trati(￿ a5515tsrt forthe p8ri5h officE no
w￿￿ts We￿ larye eM￿h1O attractscttsl secunty Costs.
A s￿￿11 im[[￿tE￿al p(thon expense5 paidtothe It￿￿[￿ent￿5V h4verdatedto hB 5etWCe5 a5 chaitttkinof Pfc. Paym&tts Office
adthnistratsontot4lledE6.270 fort￿￿ year.
0th￿rpaY￿ts orexpen5e5 We￿ ID any other m￿l￿ri pet50n5 c105ety Con￿￿ted tothem ￿ rdated tKirbe5, cth￿rtF￿nf
YofesSIL￿al seNices rwdefed.
5. Flxed Assets
Church Hall
NO.34
Total
Op￿1￿8 8alanc
S50￿00
I,1￿,￿0
Gain5 & L(￿5￿& in the￿￿r
clo￿nI BaFaTrce
85OIJOO
325.tyjo
lJ?S.(rfJO
Sl Hilth'5 Church Hall InstsrwL41 Road. ￿hfo￿l. tr1idth￿emW￿5 ly0w￿ (rfo the balan￿ 5h*in 2(M)7 In otderty Com￿¥ the StstenEtt
OF ReC0Th¥t￿r￿jd PractBe ISORPI fEr Ch3ntsE5 a5 [EV￿ed In 1005 a[￿ the ActountirE REgUlatiO￿ 2LKI& The i￿t￿71Valuation wa5 b75ed
5 cU￿e￿Ivalue ro the PCC. The PCC bdi£ve5 thai resi￿01 valLE oflhe kyoperty exeed5 Its current ￿e therefore ha5
ciddto a pdity crfd(Mng an anwal lThyirmentr￿I￿¥ ratherthan depreciitng its Val￿ (wer ts useful bfe
Tre property a5 W 34 WLh)dlh(Ype RLw¢. A5hford. Mrtlcle5ex Is for Itwestsmeni purwse5 15 in the a￿￿￿5 at market
The la5tvaluatlc￿ wa5 31 DE(ernLEr2011 and wa5 catri& out try The Fr05t thrtneY5hip. m1th1￿eN.
onies for2020 ewwed In the Trust Systrrn are n* ￿tgrOSS Wrth convnissionc05ts of £389. Lease Renew?1 fe¥ o* £ 3n¢ repair51
t[kiintenanc￿tots1Ii￿g E281 inclu&d.
6. Debtors and prepayments
2020
2019
Re￿I￿L￿£S Churth
ReceThffitA￿ Ha
Total
6.150
5.052
6JS0
5.052
7. Credltors
2020
2019
credltors and3Cc￿￿-£hU￿h
credito￿ and3ccru8k - Hall
5A36
8.593
5N36
&,593
JI atmunts are du￿ MNthin oné year
. Lon4Tenn Credltors
During th&year, l￿ts11m￿nt0f the3 ￿ar DI((￿an l(Ain in re5F￿t oFthe c￿r[h bEwlerw45 ttkide.
The remaining b31anceof £5.000 wiii be 2021R2.
g. Restrlcted Funds Held
Tre bre4kctr)wn ￿v￿mentOf r&srrtcteO fwd5 are..
Afford
(hurch Hall
Total
Bal&nce&t l J8nuary2020
10,452
I9￿72
30J24
Ir￿(￿ning resou￿￿5
ResourcE% ex￿￿￿ed
MoNEdf￿Mge￿Tr1 futKI
Intlyi￿1 ￿￿Cated
Bal&n(e&t 11 Deiember2020
115.7311
ION97
6,241
I,wo
17.7J8
The lyrge ￿￿E￿rag￿l[￿treSc￿r￿s expended InitE Church furf rebre ro theegpDstyyWCrt5. B￿ler and D￿￿Se rep3wnents.
TheA￿D￿ ful￿ atE Tr￿k1 intheCBFaccDuni whilstt￿ Ot￿[5 arEhdd inthecuttprt Brwunt.
9A Non R•str5rted h￿dI￿r CBF
GerÈTrl reser¢É ￿ld In t￿cBF aCCOuntare E44.496
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Independent Examinerfs Report to the Members of the Parochial Church
Council ('PCC') of St Hilda's Church, Ashford, Middlesex
I rBpon to n￿lbern of the FCC cffl lh8 8CCQLnl$ for tho year ended 31 C￿4Mbar 2￿20 as sel out on
the attactsj pages.
This is madg sowy lo the memtr*rs of the PCC in accordane4 wth Se¢tion5 145 01 Iho chanb.es Act
2011 My has be8n ￿d￿rtaken so Ihat I might state to the PCC membeTr thosè matters I ￿ requirèd
to stete ￿ trtrn in ￿ IndeFeTrJ8nl Examinerfs rpport and for no other purwjse. To th8 lullèst extènt
K)8rnrttod by law. I do rnl a(t8Pt or assun* r8sponsibility (o anyone other than Ihe d)8rty and tr)&
mèrth5 Of￿ FCC for my examina￿
Rèspectfve rnponslbllStl# of PPC Membern and Examlner
The PPC rrnmLw5 we reswisible for tho weparaljon of the aCC￿nts. They consmler Ihat an audit is not
rewiny ts this year luThJèr seth"C￿ 144 01 tt)e Charities Aci 2011 I'lhe Charits'es ACYII that an
Indy￿ examina1￿)n is ￿eded.
It s my r9SF￿ns￿lrty ￿..
eX￿ine L#thr Section 145 of the Chath"es Act,.
to the prDcethrg5 laid ¢*A¥n in the General Directsons given by the Chanty Commissionws
(urNJ8r S￿iOn 14515> Ibl of th& Charibes Act).. and
to stato ￿elher parb"c￿lar mattors have corne to my attents)n.
Bas1• of Independent Examlne¢8 Statement
y ew4rbatson was Carried cxjt in accordanca th Ihe General Directicns given by thg Chanty
cunmis9L￿. An exarninab.on Includ8s a réview of the accountin9 ￿cOrdS kèpt by the o*arity and a
cowson of the accounts preS￿t￿j with those recx)rds. It also indudes o)nsideratron of any unusual
items cf disdosLY9S in tha 8cwnts, seeking explanatons from the Members of the PCC conceming
any matter5. The procedures undertaken do not wovid8 811 the eviden￿ that would be required In an
aLyJit aTra consequenuy no vM¥ is given as to whether tt)è w)unt5 present a 'trtJ& and fair view and the
r8FYM is Iimiie(1 to thos8 mattgrs out in tho stsiement below.
Independert Examlnerfs statement
In c3)nn•#￿ vAth my examinat'on. matter has ￿rne to my attention..
1. gNes me reasonable cause to believ8 that in any material respect rffjuirements
to ac4xJunting ￿0)rdS in ac&)rd￿L* *ith Section of th8 Charits'es Act;and
lo prepare aco)unts which XCL)rd wilh the altO￿ling records and comply wJ￿ the accountmg
rw4uirwnerts ofthe chanb.gs A¢t
have rY)t
2 to in my opinion. att8nticn should L* drawn in order to enable a p￿per understanding ol the
PelgrConn￿IY
33 Carfylg Road, Slaines, TW18 2PU
17AW2021
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PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST. HILDA'S ASHFORD MIDDLESEX
BAiANCE SHEET
For the yeai endrng 31 December 2020
NOTE UNRESTRICTED RESTRICTED
FUNDS
FUNDS
TOTAL
2020
TOTAL
2019
Fixed Assets
Functional properry
Investment propÈrty
850.000
325,(MlO
1.175.OtMJ
850,0(KJ
325.OLKI
1.175.000
850,000
325.000
I,17S,￿o
Current Assets
Debtors and f)repayrnents
Cash at bank and in hand
6.150
59.870
66.020
6,150
77,607
83.757
5,052
101,117
106.169
17.738
17,738
Current Llabilllle5
Creditors- affioun15 lalling due within one year
Net turrent assets
5,436
5,436
8,593
17,738
78.322
97.576
Total Assets less turrènt liabilbties
1.235.584
17.738
1.253.322
1,272,576
Credi1015- arnounts falling due after orbe year
TOTAL NEf ASSETS
1,235,584
17.738
1,253,322
1,272.576
Funds
Unrestricted
Restricted
1,235,584
1.235,584
17.738
1,253.322
1,242,452
30.125
1.27Z.576
17.738
17,738
1,235.584
PCC Declaiaiion
Tlie PCC acknowledge and accept their collettive ie5ponsibilify foi ell5urin8 adeqvate finèncial conlro15 are maintained and proper b(x)ks
and records kepi
These financial Statement5 were approved by the PCC on 3riJ March 2021
Fr Joseph Fornande5
Chairmanl Incumbant of St Hilda's Trust

PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST. HILDA'S ASHFORD MIDDLESEX
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTivmES
Forthe year ending 31 December 2020
NOTE UNRESTRlCtED REsfRICTED
FUNDS
FUNDS
TOTAL
2020
TOTAL
2019
INCOMING RESOURCES
Voluntary income
21al
62,172
3.300
65,472
88,056.36
Activities for gene¥ating funds
21bl
26.810
26,810
64.997.83
Income from investments
21cl
16,036
16,080
14,618.85
Church activities
21dl
2.617
2.617
7.269.53
Dther incomin8 resources
21el
TOTAL INCOMING RESOURCES
107.635
110.979.17
174.942.57
RESOURCES EXPENDED
Cost of generatinE voluniary income
31bl
Fund raising costs
31cl
620
620
1,323.79
Church activities
31al
113.324
15.731
129.055
154,107.64
Investment management costs
31dl
559
559
3.477.45
TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED
114.503
15,731
130.234
158.908.88
NEY INCOMING RESOURCES
163681
112.3871
119.2551
16.034
GAINS & LOSSES ON INVESTMENTS
TRANSFERS BETWEEN FUNDS
ACCOUNTING PROCEDURES ADJUSTMENT
NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
16,8681
112.3871
119,2551
16,034
BALANCE 81F AT ISTJANUARY 2020
1.242.452
30.125
1,272.576
1,256.543
BALANCES CIF Af 31 DECEMBER Z020
1.235,584
17.738
1,253,322
1,272,576

PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST. HILDA'S ASHFORD MIDDLESEX
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For the year ending 31 December 2020
I ACCOUNTIN
The financial statements have beeTr wepated under the Church Accounting Regulations 2CKIS in accorrfante with applKable aciDunting standards
and the current Statement of RetomFnended Piactio kcounting and Reporting by c￿rIll￿$ (SOAP 2OJSI.
The financial statemeThrs have been pfepared under the his¢oiical cost ionvention except foi investmenl asseis, whtth afe shown at tDarket
value. The financial statements includÈ all transactions. assets and1obilite5 for whKh the PCC 15 responsib￿ in law. They do not include the
account5 of churth eroups that owe their affilratk)11 loaryjther body. nor those that are informal gathering of church members.
FUNDS
Restricted fund5 comprise lal revenue donatk)ns orgrants for a spetilic PCC èctwity iotended bythe Ibnor and Ibl monies set aside for 8 specif¢c
purpose a5 agieed by the PCC. Where these funds have unspent baiirKe5. inteiest on their pool￿ invÈstment is apportior￿d to ihe individuèl
fundson an aveiaKe balance bas￿.
Unrestficted fund5 are incorne funds which are to be spent on the PCCsgÈnÈral purwses.
INCOMINfj RESOURCES
Voltsnt17ry Income
Planned g4¥ingt colleciK)ns and similar donatlons are recognisert ieceived. Tax le￿r￿S are reco8n¢sed when the itKoming resource to
which they re131e is wewed. Grants and legacies are accounted for when the PCC 15 entitled to the use of the resources, thoir ultimate rÈceipt 15
considered reasonably certain and the amounts due are re14ably quantifiable_ DNhlends are accounted for when declared receivable, interest as
and when accrued bv the oaver. All incomirne resources are aicounted for Rross.
Otherlncorne
Rental Income frDmthe letting of church premlses rs *e¢ognised when the ￿￿tal is due.
Gairts und losse5 on investments
Realiied gains and1055esare recognised when the investments are sold.
RESOURCES USED
Grants and dOn8t￿n5 are accounted for when paid ovei, or when awarded. rf thataward creates a billding or coTrstrurtive obligation on the PCC.
The dKKe5an pa¥ish share expected to be ￿1rf over is acc04Jnted for when due.
All other expenditure isgeoerally recoE*i5ed when tt b5 incvrredaThl is attovnted for gross.
FIXED th￿ET5
Consecrutedproperty#ndmovoble thur(hlurnishlft05
Consecrated and benefice property Is not included in ihe accounts in accordance with s.1012llal and lel of the (haritiesAct 2011.
Movable chuiih fu[nish￿ng$ held by the Vica¥ and the Churchwarden5 on special tmst for the PCC and which iequire 3 laculty For dssposal are
inal*nable property, listed in the church's Inventory. whKh be inspected lai any ￿asOnab￿ timel. For 6nythingacquired prior to 2000 there
is insufficient cost information available and therefore such assÈts ate notvalued in the financial ststemÈnts. Subsequently no individual iiem
has cost more thaTh £l.000 50 all such exoenditure has been written off when incurred.
Otherfi*tures.Alttings undo/fKeeqth'pment
Individual items ol equipment with a puichase price of El.(XIO or tess are written off when the asset is acuuired.
ltsve5tments
Investments are valued at market value at 31 Deiember.

PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST. HILDA'S ASHFORD MIDDLESEX
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For the year ending 31 December 2020
2. INCOMING RESOURCES
Unrestricted
Funds
Restricted
Funds
TOTAL
2020
TOTAL
2019
2(a) Voluntary Income
Planned giving- gift èid donation5
Tax recovered on planned giving
Planned giving- other
L005e plale
Sundry dorTrations
Other tax fecovered
Donations, appeals, etc.
Grant income
Legacie5
MemoTial book
Flowers
Specia15
37.539
13,828
37.539
13.828
40,303
9,951
3,283
3.822
2.314
317
3.283
7,122
2.314
317
7,084
21,947
6,053
1,384
3,300
280
280
789
205
789
1,129
62,172
3,300
65,472
88,056
21bl Activities lor generating funds
Fetes, baiaais & other fijnd raising events
Hall lettings/ Fund raising
Photocopyin8
PV Income
Mi5C.
3,947
17.947
io
3,947
17,947
io
4,906
9,545
50,851
4.9)6
4,601
26,810
26,810
64,998
21¢) Income from investments
Interest
Rent
225
15.811
16,036
269
15,811
16.080
467
14.152
14,619
2(dl Income from church activities
Crossroads
Weddings
Funerals
8aptismsl Confirmation
Sundries
774
774
734
200
1.142
200
1.142
2,100
3,351
501
501
1.085
7,270
2,617
2,617
2{el Other Ordlnary I￿Orning iesources
Insurance claims
TOTAL INCOMING ftESOURCE5
107,635
3.344
110.979
174,943

PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST. HILDA'S ASHFORD MIDDLESEX
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEmETr￿s
For the year ending 31 December 2020
3. RESOURCES EXPENDED
Unrestricted
Restricted
TOTAI
TOTAL
Funds
Funds
2020
2019
31al Church A¢tivitles
Missionary giving
Flowers
Insurance. Church
Insurance- Hall
Junior Church
Maintenance - Church & Hall
Memorial book
Ministry. Clergy expenses
Ministry- Common Fund
ini5try- Other clergy expense5
Ministry- Wedding fees
Organist & choir costs
Running cost- Church
Running cost- Hall
sundry
Utilities- Electric
Utilities- Gas
Utilities- Other
Administration
Peoplel Cleaning Costs
275
124
275
1,683
1.123
7,460
1.904
399
34,052
102
124
7,737
1,905
38
7.737
1,905
3A
6.266
15,731
21.997
448
448
62.000
215
1.157
60,(X)O
379
1.029
1,633
5,853
4,829
62.LNJ)
215
1.294
4.012
1.968
1.294
4.012
1,968
1,593
6.611
791
8.835
9.319
113.431
1.593
6,611
791
2.359
7,081
865
8,205
13,994
154,108
8.835
9,319
129,162
15.731
3{b) Costof generatlng of volunlary income
Costs of appeals
Stewardship activities
31cl Fund raisingl Everrts costs
Fetes, bazaars & other
513
513
513
513
1,324
1,324
3(dl Investment Management Costs
InSUran￿- 34 Woodthorpe Road
Maintenance Costs- 34 Woodthofpe Road
Admin Fees- 34 Woodthorpe Road
Running costs ground5
278
281
278
695
1,245
1,123
415
3.477
281
559
559
TOTAI RESOURCES EXPENDED
114.503
15,731
130,234
158,909

PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ￿. HILDA'S ASHFORD MIDDLESEX
NOTES TO THE FINANaAL STATEMENTS
For the ￿•r ending 31 D￿mber 2020
4. People Costs
Ouringthe year ihe PCC used Ihe serviiesof pait tirnedeonÈis lor thÈthurch halland an administsaiion a$￿Stant torth@ parish oflKe bLrt no payments
were lar8eenough toaltract Social wurity Costs.
A small irnmaterial ponH)n ol iheexpell5es paidto rheirKumbEllt rnay have r￿￿ed to hisseivicesasfhaiwfflan otthe PCC. Payib)enis ft>rO(lice
8dmini5tration r￿alled £6.270 for Iheyear.
No Other paymenis or ekpeDses werepaid roanyother PCC meFnber, peJ50Tr5dosetytonrJeaed io them ¢y retsted parties. 01Th￿ than for professional
sÈrvites rèndered.
5. Flxed A5setS
Church Ha
No.34
Total
Opening Balance
Addition5
Gains & Losses Sntheye2r
Uoslthg 8alance
850.OtKI
325.(XX)
L175.(XX
850.iKkl
325,(
1.175.1
St Hildi'schurch Hall in StaTrwell Road. Ashf<Kd. Middlese¥vJas broughtiKItOlhe baLance shew In 2Q)7inordertocomplywith theslatement of
Recommended Practise ISORPI forCharilie5 as revised in 2(M)5 and Church AccournbnE ReEulatK)n5 2(X)6. The Initrdl valualion was baspd on its
cuiieni value to the pcc. The PCC believe5 that ltte residual ¥aluEof the properly extred5 Its curreni use value and therefore has dEcided to adopta
policy of dobng an annual impairrnent review rather thav dewetkiiiThg itsvèlueovtr its useful lile.
The property known a5 No 34, WoodthorpeRoad. Asf>lord. MhldleseKi5 held inbviment puipose5 a￿1 i5show￿ inthe accounts at markei value. Tthe
lastval￿ai1On was 31 December 2011 and ¥Ya$(arr￿d out byThe Flosi Parmeiship. Ashford. Midd￿Sex.
Monies lor 2020efiteredin the Tru51 SY5tÈm arenel no1￿0$5 witb tomrnission costs Df (389. Lease Renewal fees of E and repairslmainrena￿e tot?Iling
E281 included.
6. Debtors and prepaymènts
I020
2019
Recerwables Church
Receivable5Hall
Total
6.150
5.OS2
6.150
s￿51
7. Creditors
2019
C¥edilorsand aicruals- Church
CrÈditors and atcrua15- Hall
Total
5.436
8.593
5A36
&593
11 amounts are due within one year
. Lon8 Term Creditors
Duiing theyear, the first insiallment of the 3 year h)an in respeciof ihethuith boiler was made- £2.5
The remaI￿1n8 balante of will be paid in 2021122.
9. Restrlcted Funds Held
The breakdown and movement of we5tricted fundsare".
fDrd
Churth
(hyrth Hall
Total
B31ance at ljanvaiy 2020
10.452
19,672
30,124
Incomlng resour£Ès
Resources expended
Moved fiom geneial fuiid
44
10,497
44
17.738
The la¢ge rnovemcni against re50urcesexpendEd in the Chuich fvnd relate to the Baptlsiryworks, 80iler arbd thoce5e1fy4Th re￿¥m￿nIs.
The AIIofd fund monie5 ore held in theC8Fatrouni. whilst the othersaie hol¢J ID thecuireThi acco￿nI.
Balance at 31 December 2020
z41
9A Non Restricted held by CBF
General reserves ￿ld ITr Ihe CBF account ale É44.496

Independent Examiner's Report to the Members of the Parochial Church
Council ('PCC') of St Hilda's Church, Ashford, Middlesex
I report lo the members of the PCC the accoiints for ihe year ende(J 31 Dec&mber 2020 as sèl out on
the allached pages.
This report Is made solely to the members of the PCC in accordance with Sections 145 of the Charities Act
2011. My work has been undertaken so tha:. I rr.ighl slate lo the PCC meirbers those mallers l am requirecl
lo slate lo Ihein in an Independont Examiner's reFort and for no oll)er ()urpose. To the Ilillesl exlenl
permilled by law, I do not accept or assume responsioilily lo anyone other than Ihe charily and the
members of the PCC lor my examination work.
Respective responsibilities of PPC Members and Examiner
The PPC members a￿ responsit)le fo.. the preparats'on of the acixjunls. They consider that an aLidit is not
recuirecl lor this yea," (under Section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 I'lhe Charilies Acl'll and Ihal an
Iiidependenl examination is needed.
11 is my responsibility lo-.
examine the accounts under Seclion 145 01 the Chafilies Acl..
to follow '.k.e pror2dures 12id down in the General D1￿ctionS given by the Chanly Commissioners
luider Section 145151 Ibl of the Charities Acll, arKJ
lo slate whelher particular mallers have come to my alter)lion.
Basis of In(Jependenl Examiner's statement
My examiiialion was carriecs out in accordance wlh the General Directions giveii by the Charity
Commission. An ex2minalion includes a review of Ihe accounting records kept by the charity and a
comp2fisDn of the aCCOLin15 presented wlh those records. It 21so Iiicludes consideration of any unusiial
items or disclosures In the a-cou.Ils, and seeking exp12nations from the mem,bers of the PCC conceming
any such mallers The procedJres unaertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an
audit. 2nd coiisequently iio view is given as lo whelqer the a￿OuntS presen: a 'ltue and fair, view 2nd the
report is limited lo those mallers sei out In Ihe slalement below.
Independenl Examiner's statement
In connection with my examinalion. no matter has come lo my atlention..
1. which gives me reasoiiable cause lo believ? Ihal in any material respect the requirements
lo keep a¢coLinling records In accordance wlh Section 130 01 iho Charities Aci ",and
lo prepare accounts which accord with the accounliiig records and comply wilh rhe accounliiig
requirements of the Charities Act
have not L)een met." or
? lo which, in my opinion attention should be drawn In order to enable a proper understanding of the
accounts to be reached.
Name.
Peter Connolly
33 Carlyle Road. Slaines. TW18 2PU
17 April 2021
Acldress".
Dale

Independent Examinefs Report to the Members of the Parochial Church
Council ('PCC'> of St Hilda's Church, Ashford, Middlesex
l ￿pOrt lo the rriembers of the PCC LX) Ihe aCc￿lts year eThJed 31 t￿mber 2020 as sel out o
the attached pa9es.
This report is made sdely lo the rI￿rS of PCC in acujrdance wtlh Sections 145 of the Charities Act
2011. My work has been Undertak￿ so Ihal I might slate lo the PC.C mèmbers Ih)se matt￿S l am requirad
10 stale lo th&n in an Indepen(knl Exa￿ne￿$ report 8nd for no ott*r wrx)se. To tho fullest exionl
pemlled by law. I do noi accept or assw￿ respo￿b￿lty to anyone olh8r than the d)arily and Ihe
members of Ihe PCC for my examination work.
Respeetlve r￿ponsIbIlItIeS ol PPC Membern and Examlner
The PPC mambfjrs arè respcw)slble lor prepara11c￿ of thè ac¢ounls. They (￿)nsI119r fftat an audll is noi
quired for Ir¥s year (under Sertion 144 01 the Charrfses Acl 2011 ('Ihe Chanlies Act'll and that an
Indep8ThJenl examinalh)n is n¢ede(I
It 18 my respJn$ibI￿tY to
ex8mlne Il* aco)un18 Seckn 145 of Ihe Ch8rits$s Act..
10 foll¢X¥ tho procedures IèKI dwi in the ￿[81 D¥ecticfis wen by the Ch8nty Cornrnission8rs
urKlor S￿tIOn 145151 Ib) ol the CW11￿ Act), aThJ
to 8tal8 vthelher parts'culaT mattws have to ry allentKffj.
8a81# of Independent Examltterfs •t•t¢ment
y examination wa$ ¢arriod ujl In acc￿da￿a ¥Mth th8 DTrcth"ons gwen by lh& Charily
Comrnisslon. An &x8mination a revi￿ of Ihe accounting recor(Ss kèpl by the charity and a
cornparison ol th8 accounts pKeS￿t￿j 4Mlh t￿$8 records. 11 also Includes consider8tion of any Linusual
rtems or d15d03ures in the accounts. 8nd seekng ewlanations from th8 mgmhws of the PCC concemiiig
any such m8liers The Pfocedurès ￿dertaken do nol provKle all the evidencé thal would bg r¢guired in an
udil, and ¢￿)Se(went￿Y no view is gryen as lo Ihe acco￿1$ present o 'lrue aThY f8if view 8nd the
fèWI is limited lo Ihose mallers sèt oul Stalen￿ bekny.
Independent Examlnerfs 8t•tement
In Connecti(￿ with my exarinall￿. m maller has lo my a11￿bOn..
1. which gives me reasonable Ca￿￿￿ lo believe Ihat in 8ny material respect the requirements
lo keep accounling re￿rdS In acoYdarKe Y*ilh SectKr¢ 1x1 ol the (Jw"kn"es Act.'8ThJ
lo prepar8 ecttjunts accord *ilh the ar£cu]b"ng recA)tds and CA)mVy wilh the 8Cts)Lnling
requirements of the ch￿1￿ Act
have not teen ffEI." or
2. to which. in my opinion. a￿￿111(￿1 Sh￿ ￿ dra*n n ortsr lo ￿18 a proper understanding of the
accounts lo Oe rethd..
Name.
Petèr Connolly
33 Carlyle Road. Stairw. TW18 2PU
17 Apiil 2021
Address..
Dalg