| ntroduction we ara Inthe Beds, Essex and Herts District which comprises 12circuits in those 3counties. our circuit Is called St. Albans and Welwyn and covers an area ofmid-Hertfordshlre, and has 9 churches: Hatfield Road and Marlborough Road in St. Albans; Birchwood and Oxlease in Haffleld, Dlgswell Village, Ludwlck Way, Panshanger In the Welwyn Garden City area; and stJohn's Potters Barand Radlett In the Hertsmere area. Shenley has become a 'class' ofStJohn's Potters Barand all financial and property matters are managed by St John' s.Two ofthe circuit churches are part ofecumenIcal partnershipsr Radlett (with the United Reformed Church) and Panshanger (with the Church ofEngland, the United Reformed Church and Baptist Church). |
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| Alms and organlsatlon The Mission of the StAlbans and Welwyn circuit isto reveal the Kingdom ofGod through the Methodist people and theIr ecummenlcal partners across Central Herffordshire. We aim to do this through the Holy Spirit in the worship ofGod, building up the church, making disciples ofJesus Christ and transforming society |
| by working for)ustice, peace and unity. |
| Review ofthe year The year began with the arrival ofthree new ministers in the circuit which generated some fresh approaches tothe work ofthe circuit. During the year, the circuit increased its focus on the review and development of the vision and plans for growth ofindividual churches and the circuit as whole. All churches have been encouraged to consider their current activities and ask the question about what sort ofchurch they expect or want to be In 5years' time. This includes an appraisal ofpeople, property and financial resources. The circuit has also spent time planning a significant Increase in safegardlng training for all those indWlduals In roles connected with children and vulnerble adults and this training is expected to continue for some time. Services ofworship continue at all churches, with three providing on-line access during worship and the option to view ate later time. Most church and circuit meetings are held In person, but appropriate use ofzoom |
| Income trends Church membership numbers have fagen In most churches, pertly a reflection ofan ageing profile but also because oflimited new growth. This has affected the level ofgiving and all churches are significantly reliant on letting Income to maintain their financial position. Two churches were given specIRc financial support through the reduction oftheir assessment contributions. The Allandale manse in St Albans was let In February on a 12 month tenancy and this provided additional income during the year. |
| Expenditure trends Stlpends Increase each financial year as directed by Conference. The circuit contribution to District and Connexion to fund the wider work ofthe Methodist church was 1796of |
| circuit expenditure. The Allandale manse was substantially refurbished at acost ofE33,000and the Gainsborough manse in 5t Alba ns was prepared forthe arrive Iofthe new minister and family in August 2023. |
| Reserves Asat31August 2023the net assets ofthe Circuit excluding property, represented approximately 5months cover for budgeted expenditure In terms ofthe Circuit's reserve policy set out later in this report. |
| Plans for 2023/24 The circuit staff reduced to4ministers from 01.09.22 and this stafifng level Isexpected forthe next few years. The circuit property at Allandale ls expected to be letfortha forseeable future, and certainly throughout the year 23/24. This Income will assist the ministry ofthe circuit and churches. The 2023/24 budget has been prepared on the basis of3presbyters, adeacon and a part-time administrator, with Inflationary cost increases. Assessments from churches have generally been held at 2019/20 levels but we have begun a review ofthe level and share ofassessments to reflect an up to date position, with revised contribution figures expected to come Into place in 2024/25 |
| Name ofarcult StAthens | Name ofarcult StAthens | Name ofarcult StAthens | end Welwyn | end Welwyn | end Welwyn | end Welwyn | S'tAlbum | arid | Welwyn | Cll'cuit | Number | 34/13 | ||
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| Statement of Flnandal | Actlvltlrn | (SOFA)forthe year ended 31August 2028 | ||||||||||||
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| Income end Etulowments | from: | |||||||||||||
| Donations and legacies |
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| Charitable activities |
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| Assessments or share |
270,474 | 270,474 | 276,890 | |||||||||||
| Other trading activities | ||||||||||||||
| -Lettin | 11,119 | 7,5CO | ||||||||||||
| -Mlscageneous | ||||||||||||||
| invwrtments | 5,116 | 314 | 5+30 | 1,801 | ||||||||||
| 2270 | 2 270 | |||||||||||||
| Total | 314 | 2952L52 | ||||||||||||
| dlture on: | ||||||||||||||
| Sti ends salaries, NIC & |
Pension costs | 161,616 | 161,616 | 165,766 | ||||||||||
| District Assessment | 53,644 | 53644 | 57,068 | |||||||||||
| Methodlrt Church Fund |
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| Telephone ILtnwel |
11,606 | 11606 | 9,796 | |||||||||||
| Insurance, utgltles, etc |
19,746 | 19,746 | 17 32 | |||||||||||
| Maintenance on menses |
20,193 | 47~ | ||||||||||||
| Ex ndlture on other Circuit |
prone | 33,081 | 33,081 | |||||||||||
| D ation |
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| Provisions | ||||||||||||||
| Other endlture |
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| Grants and Donations |
6700 | 6 7CD | ||||||||||||
| Contributions to District |
Advance | Fund | 1828 | 1,828 | 3,155 | |||||||||
| Total | 324,408 | |||||||||||||
| Net income/ ndltura) |
-S7756 | -39,478 | -28457 | |||||||||||
| Transfers between funds | ||||||||||||||
| -39390 | -39,478 | -28,557 | ||||||||||||
| Other reco Ised gains/ |
)losses: | |||||||||||||
| Gains/(Losses) on revaluation |
offixed swats | 77,197 | 77,197 | 336DCO | ||||||||||
| Gains/ Locsac on Investment |
assets | -3,3D2 | -3&2 | -12,647 | ||||||||||
| Actuarial gains /(losses) | on | defined | benefit | |||||||||||
| penslorl schemes | ||||||||||||||
| Net movement In funds |
34rl17 | 294796 | ||||||||||||
| Aecuncgladon offunds |
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| Total funds bro ht forward |
4,S99,184 | 10962 | 489 | 4,710,635 | 4,415,839 | |||||||||
| Total funrb carried forward | 202174 | 4,745,032 | 4,710,635 | |||||||||||
| ForInformation only Money |
received end passed on to Exterrw IOrgenba tions | |||||||||||||
| Bamnce brought forward | from last year | |||||||||||||
| Offerings/Gifts ~received |
for | External Organlsatlons | 320 | |||||||||||
| Offerings/Gifts -passed |
to | External Organlsatlons | ||||||||||||
| Balance carried fonvard |
| StAlbans and WeIwyn Circuit | StAlbans and WeIwyn Circuit | StAlbans and WeIwyn Circuit | ||||||||
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| Balance Sheet es at31August 2023 | ||||||||||
| Unrestricted | Circuit Modal | Designated | Restrbtsd | Totals this year | Totals Inst year | |||||
| Trust Fund | ||||||||||
| (Unrestrkted) | ||||||||||
| 8 | ||||||||||
| Tangible FIxed Assets | ||||||||||
| Notes | ||||||||||
| LandlkBuBdln s |
3755781 | 3,755,781 | 4,541,000 | |||||||
| Equipment | ||||||||||
| investment | pro artist | 862416 | 862,416 | |||||||
| Investments | 58,874 | 58,874 | 62,176 | |||||||
| Tatalflxed ornate | 4,677,071 | 4,677,071 | 4,603,176 | |||||||
| DebtorsandPre a ments |
14 | 14,977 | 14,977 | 13,432 | ||||||
| Loans b Circuit |
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| Trustees | for Methodist | Church | ||||||||
| Pu uses |
de oslts | 10874 | 10,874 | 10,962 | ||||||
| Central Fhanca Board De oslts | 103 09 | 103209 | 132163 | |||||||
| Cash at Bank and In hand | 13,874 | 489 | 14,163 | 17,532 | ||||||
| Total cunent assets | 10,874 | 143,223 | 174,089 | |||||||
| ra ra an ccrua |
us n |
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| Urldar 1 | 15 | 60 42 | 60,242 | 45,980 | ||||||
| Net current | assets (Ihbgltlesf | 71,618 | 10,874 | 489 | 0 | 82381 | 128,109 | |||
| 4,748,689 | 10,874 | 489 | 0 | 4,760,052 | 4,731,285 | |||||
| Loans and creditors due attar | 1 | |||||||||
| yes I' | ||||||||||
| Provisions | for Babgltles |
and | ||||||||
| charges | 16 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 20,650 | ||||||
| Netassats | 4,733,689 | 10,874 | 489 | 0 | 4,745,052 | 4,710,635 | ||||
| Funds ofthe CircuIt | 17 | |||||||||
| Unrestricted | funds | 4,733689 | 4,733,689 | 4,699184 | ||||||
| Circuit Model Trust Fund | ||||||||||
| Unrestricted( | 10,874 | 10,874 | 10,962 | |||||||
| Rectrlctad funds | ||||||||||
| Endowment | funrb | |||||||||
| Total Funda | 4,733,689 | 10,874 | 4,745,052 | 4,710,635 | ||||||
| There are no | internal orasnbauoru |
that | report to tha circuit Msstlns. |
| arcult Madel | 2D25 | 1022 | ||||||||||
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| 2.DOROGons and legacies | Trmt Fund | ToteI | TotsI | |||||||||
| Donations | 250 | 250 | 660 | |||||||||
| S.Asssssmanla | ||||||||||||
| Nallhclounh Road 6t Altons |
79,854 | M,OOO | ||||||||||
| Hawald Rrau, StAeons | 52,800 | 52,800 | ||||||||||
| Radatl | 16,000 | 26,000 | ||||||||||
| SlJehll II Pctwla Bar | 65,400 | 65,400 | ||||||||||
| 3,240 | 3340 | |||||||||||
| Lucwick Vyay lflhfvnn Garden |
Oily | 19,2IXl | ld,000 | |||||||||
| Cscsass Haulsld | 13,000 | 18,450 | ||||||||||
| Dfgswea lmfana | ||||||||||||
| Patnhaossr ILEP] |
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| 270,474 | 276/f90 | |||||||||||
| 4Iattlrlgs | ||||||||||||
| Agendale - rent less costs |
21~ | 0 | ||||||||||
| Baker Street- temporary- | In vacancy | 11,119 | 7~ | |||||||||
| 5 Nvastment Income |
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| CFBCorporate band fund | 1,636 | 1,636 | 1,118 | |||||||||
| Interest | 3,480 | 314 | 3,794 | 633 | ||||||||
| 5116 | 314 | 0 | 0 | 5,430 | 1 1 |
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| Gother income | ||||||||||||
| District grant - work etSt | Albans manas | 2,270 | 0 | |||||||||
| District 295of Deacon's stipend | 0 | 9/MO | ||||||||||
| 7.Paid employees | ||||||||||||
| Gross salaries and benefits | In kind | 121,424 | 126A34 | |||||||||
| Employe/a natonal Insurance |
cost | 10,658 | ||||||||||
| Pension costs | 28975 | 28,751 | ||||||||||
| Apprentice IOW |
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| Total staff cost | 161,616 | 165,766 | ||||||||||
| Average number ofstaff |
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| Administrative assistance |
Is Indudad | In | employment | costs. | ||||||||
| S.Grants snd denatfens | ||||||||||||
| Benevolent fund |
0 | 1,COO | ||||||||||
| Hstffeid Road-buDdfng alterations |
8,000 | 0 | ||||||||||
| Hatfiald Road- a/v equipment | -excess written | back | 0 | -1,070 | ||||||||
| Hetlield Road - chlfdrens | woker- scorns | written | back | 0 | ||||||||
| Unmsnldsd funds |
6,700 | -70 | ||||||||||
| Dmfgnoted ftlrld lrr molttory ofRobin |
Robsrm | |||||||||||
| Church bible and contribution | to mission | costs | 0 | 414 | ||||||||
| 6,700 | 344 | |||||||||||
| IL Poymallt toTrvrstoaa | ||||||||||||
| Payments totrustees for | administration | services prevlded tothe Circuit by | ||||||||||
| egmement with the arcuh |
Meeting. | 10,266 | 21376 | |||||||||
| Number oftrustees paid travel | expenses | and other sundry items | ||||||||||
| Total amount paid |
10466 | 11376 | ||||||||||
| 10.Feesfar ewunlnatlon | ofthe accounts | |||||||||||
| Audit 2022/23 | 4/kfo | 0 | ||||||||||
| Audit 2021/22 unde rprovlskm | 800 | 0 | ||||||||||
| Audit 2021/22 | 0 | 4/He | ||||||||||
| Audit 2D20/21 overprovision | 0 | -500 | ||||||||||
| Provision for audits for 2016/17to 1019/20not | required | 0 | -1000 | |||||||||
| 5,600 | 2300 | |||||||||||
| Other fees | Nl | Nl |
| St | Albsns snd | Albsns snd | Albsns snd | Weiwyn | Weiwyn | Clrcuh | Clrcuh | ||||||||||
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| 11tend a bugdlngs | 2D22 | Transfer | Revaluation | 2029 | |||||||||||||
| Manse», at estimated open market |
value | ||||||||||||||||
| 41Cubltts Close, Dlgsweg | 12@50 | 681,390 | |||||||||||||||
| 9 AD and ale, StAlbsns 16Galnsborough Avenue, StAlbans |
848/700 1220,000 |
-848,000 | 20~0 | 0 1~~0 |
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| 67Baker Rresk Potters Bar | 1~6,000 | 18/m2 | 1A24,802 | ||||||||||||||
| 8Chipmunk Chase, Hstfleld |
707/Rm | 12,019 | 729/)19 | ||||||||||||||
| 4A41,000 | -848,COO | 0 | 62,781 | 3,755,781 | |||||||||||||
| 12.bwestmant propertv |
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| At estimated open markec value |
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| 9ARsndala, 5tAlbans | 0 | 84S OOD | 33081 | -18665 | 862/I16 | ||||||||||||
| Notes 11snd 12.Ifs manes or Invsstmsnt | property | is sold a | ~Ignlgcsnt | part of | ths | ||||||||||||
| proceeds may have to be paid to | other bodies within | the wider | Meth ed | fat church. | |||||||||||||
| During 2019/20 the drcult received | adistrict grant | of | E20,000towards the cost | of | alterations at Chipmunk | Chase. | |||||||||||
| During 2022/23 the circuit received | sdlstd*grant | of | 52770 | towards the | costefalterations st Galnsborough Avenue. |
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| These grants may be repayable | Ifthe manse fssold. | ||||||||||||||||
| 19lrlvestnrerlts | |||||||||||||||||
| Central Finance Board Corporate |
Bond Fund - 50 797units et | market | value | 58,874 | 62,176 | ||||||||||||
| 1ILCurrent ~asets | |||||||||||||||||
| Debtors and prapayrnsrus | |||||||||||||||||
| Prepaid stlpends | 1S,477 | ||||||||||||||||
| Other | t„rgm | ||||||||||||||||
| 13,432 | |||||||||||||||||
| 15.Currant geblgdes |
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| Assessnwntc In advance Grants accrued -due Zr!3/24 |
19586 23,COO |
20,420 11~ |
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| Other sccruals | 17,656 | 13 | |||||||||||||||
| 60,242 | 45, | ||||||||||||||||
| 1ILinane snd creditom dua sftw | 1year | ||||||||||||||||
| Grants due after 1year | |||||||||||||||||
| MRMC/HRMC Sagsbury Vglage mission-3 |
years from | 1924 | 15,000 | 20,0CO | |||||||||||||
| Hatfleld Road - fern gy and youth |
worker due 2023/24 | 0 | 650 | ||||||||||||||
| 15@00 | 20,650 | ||||||||||||||||
| 1ILDataged analydc ofktdhddual | fund movements | ||||||||||||||||
| Vnrestdcted Funds |
Opening | Expendhxre | Revaluatkms | ||||||||||||||
| Balance | |||||||||||||||||
| General | 4 | 6991&4 | 289+29 | 326985 | 732m5 | 4,733,689 | General drcult purpose& | ||||||||||
| Circuit madel trust fund | 10962 | 314 | 2,036 | 1634 | 10/I74 | Unrestrfcted | |||||||||||
| Total | 4,710,1 | 73/F35 | 4,744 63 |
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| Designated Fund |
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| In memory of H Roberts | 0 | 0 | 0 | 48 | Tobe used "for the | ||||||||||||
| Ludwlck Wav Methodist | |||||||||||||||||
| Church, If appropriate |
| IRC | IT | CHURCH REPRESENTATIVES |
CHURCH REPRESENTATIVES |
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| Blrchwood Methodist Church |
Oxlease | Methodist Church |
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| Ggl Demlanyk | Hetel Laming | |||||
| Valerfe Chapman | Pretty Nklwa ne | |||||
| Dlgsweg | Village Church | Addy Olubajo | ||||
| Diana Holt | Panshanger Church |
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| Mike Peacock | Louise Bowmen | |||||
| Jane Lewis | Stuartlohnson | |||||
| Hatfield | Road Methodist | Church | Radlett | Free Church | ||
| Denise Wlglngham | Tony Ostler | |||||
| Eric Bridgstock | Shirley Herbert | |||||
| Joanna Rose | StJohn's | Methodist Church |
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| Ludwlck | Way Methodist | Church | Myra Sloper | |||
| Tony Stubbs | Robert Ward | |||||
| Bob Cameron | David Bowler | |||||
| Marlborough Road Methodist |
Church | Shenley | Methodist Church |
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| Carl Meredith | Yvonne Perry | |||||
| Ann Scorer | Louise Bourton | |||||
| Janls Gilbert | Journey | Ught | ||||
| Chris Hancock |