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ALL SAINTS APCM 18th May 2025 Annual Report 2024-25

Table of Contents Message from thevicar.......................................................................................... Elections of Churchwardens & Annual Parochial Meeting 2024............................. Annual Parochial Church Meeting Agenda............................................................. Minutes of the Annual Parochial Church Meeting 2024......................................... Churchwardens, Report.......................................................................................... Buildings and Maintenance..................................................................................... Electoral Roll........................................................................................................... Safeguarding........................................................................................................... Operations and Facilities......................................................................................... SDF Project "Revitalising the Church, Renewing the City" Music and Liturgy.................................................................................................... Children and Families.............................................................................................. One Bread Cafe....................................................................................................... Church Garden........................................................................................................ li li 12 12 The Annual Reports and audited Financial Statements for the Church and Hall may be found at the back of this document. MESSAGE FROM THE VICAR At the time of the annual meeting, I will have been at All Saints for li months. In that time I have begun the process of getting to know the people and Parish of All Saints and what my job as Vicar looks like. I want to thank those who have contributed to this report, and those who work with them, for their hard work, diligence, love and care for this place and the people of this Parish. My thanks go to all those who cared for this place and its people over the interregnum: Peter and Ann, as wardens" the PCC and staff team, Fr John and +Nick, Archdeacon Martin and all those who presided and preached over that time. And my thanks to all those who have offered their service to God and to this place over the past year. The reports that follow in this yearbook show a church that is vibrant and full of life. They reveal a place where there is huge potential for even more. The Spirit is definitely alive and busy in this place. How we respond in the year to come is something for all of us to discern together. There is much to give thanks for. There is much for us to do. Fr Catriona.

ELECTION OF CHURCHWARDENS & ANNUAL PAROCHIAL CHURCH MEETING 2025 Meeting to be held on Sunday 18th May 2025 at 11.3oam following the Sunday Eucharist. The election of the Churchwardens takes place before the APCM. Annual Parochial Church Meeting Agenda Minutes of the last APCM held on 19th May 2024 2. Apologies for absence 3. Election of PCC members 4. Parish Reports: including a report on safeguarding 5. Appointment of Independent Examiner 6. Vicar's Thank You's

MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL PAROCHIAL CHURCH MEETING 2024 ELECTION OF CHURCHWARDENS AND ANNUAL PAROCHIAL CHURCH MEETING Minutes of a meeting held on Sunday 19 May 2024 at 11:30am Present: The Archdeacon of Brighton and Lewes (Chair), Bishop Nick Holtam, Fr John Joyce, the Churchwardens and approximately 46 members of the Church congregation (including PCC members not otherwise mentioned). Meeting for the Election of Churchwardens/Vestry meeting The Archdeacon opened the meeting with a prayer, noting that as Ann Joyce had served as churchwarden for 6 years, the congregation were required to consent to her being in role for another year. There was unanimous approval from the congregation. Ann Joyce and Peter Millar were elected as Churchwardens for another year. Minutes of the last APCM held on 30 April 2023 The minutes were agreed unanimously and signed by the Archdeacon (being proposed by Sue Atkins and seconded by Leslie Holland). Apologies Apologies were received from David Stevens, Martin Drennan and Hazel Randall. Election of PCC members Sue Atkins and Leslie Holland were unanimously elected to the PCC (being proposed and seconded by Adrian Herbert/Jon Crane and Ann Joyce/Peter Millar respectively). Parish reports Finance (Tony Mollett) The reappointment of Dominic Hill as Independent Examiners was unanimously approved. As per the report printed in the Yearbook and the associated Finance papers. All present thanked Tony Mollett and Patrick Hebrard for their work to date as Treasurer and Café Manager respectively. Congregational questions included requests for Café staff salary figures rfony Mollett clarified that they are currently £42,000 but this can vary depending on performance and sales figures of the cafe). Additional information on the previously referred to grants reduction (Tony Mollett noted that the 2022 figures included additional grants for the café set up from SDF funds. In 2023 the only material grant was £1,800 from the Benefact Trust for Spirit Chapel roof repairs. Peter Millar clarified that the money obtained from sale of the old parsonage made it difficult to obtain further grants).

Stained glass window cleaning (to be addressed by Peter Millar later in the meeting). Additional measures to be put in place for those with particularly acute hearing loss (the Archdeacon committed to increased vocal clarity for the remaining duration of the meeting). Whether it would be possible to circulate PCC minutes with the weekly Pew News (the Archdeacon stated that the minutes were confidential, although consideration could be given to the circulation of an ongoing financial report). Sue Tatton-Brown noted her contributions through saving coins to the church flowers, for which she was thanked by the Archdeacon. Tony Mollett listed the various ways in which the church could be supported financially, encouraging the congregation to be generous and noting the need to discuss income and expenditure levels with the new vicar when she arrives. Churchwardens, report (Ann Joyce/Peter Millar) As per the report printed in the Yearbook. Fabric and maintenance (Peter Millar) As per the report printed in the Yearbook. Peter Millar noted that he would brief Catriona Cumming (the new Vicar) on work required following the Quinquennial Review, with a need to get a further professional costing and apply for any relevant and applicable grants for the roof repairs. Noted that the stonework surrounding All Saints, stained-glass windows degrades due to the effects of rain and sand, with stained glass cleaning to be undertaken, if necessary, as part of the broader roof works. Noted that the church lighting was likely to be changed from the current festoon use. Although such a change could be expensive, a grant has been applied for that will enables an energy efficiency survey to be undertaken. Noted that the font cover is currently not in use, with the process of getting approval for the removal of the font cover being underway. Noted that post-flooding repairs to the church toilets continue and will be finished in 2 or 3 weeks (with painting and reflooring starting tomorrow). The Portaloos will be removed prior to the new Vicar's induction. Noted that the garden cherry tree was removed, with a dogwood to be planted in its place in Autumn 2024. The Archdeacon thanked Peter Millar for his church fabric/maintenance work to date.

Electoral roll report As per the report printed in the Yearbook. Safeguarding report As per the report printed in the Yearbook. Operations report As per the report printed in the Yearbook. SDF report As per the report printed in the Yearbook. The Archdeacon thanked Sarah Henderson for her work with thoughts and prayers for her and Luke Evans given the upcoming birth of their child. The Archdeacon noted that SDF was an exciting part of national church aimed at enabling growth and increasing community impact. Whilst the vast majority of the churches involved are evangelical in nature, All Saints is one of a small number of churches within the Catholic tradition to be included in the SDF project. Noted that the SDF reset would allow All Saints to resource mission and ministry outside parish boundaries. He encouraged the congregation to take an interest in SDF work and thanked those already leading on specific church ministries. In response to a congregational question as to whether Fr Lee's outreach work will be continued, the Archdeacon hoped it would be, although the current financial position will not allow for appointment of an associate vicar to carry out this work. A question was also asked as to whether the new vicarage would be used for the same purpose as the previous one, with a mixture of rooms, with some reserved for use as a private residence and some for broader church business. Music and liturgy As per the report printed in the Yearbook. Children and families ministry As per the report printed in the Yearbook. Catherine Halloran noted that 4 Little Fishes attendees had been baptised this year, with Little Fishes/Messy Church seen as a having had a broad positive impact based on parental feedback. She requested that the congregation help welcome new parents into the church. All Saints will be hosting Deanery Confirmations in November. Catherine Halloran highlighted that she had been appointed the Brighton and Hove Network Coordinator for vulnerable families (with the role commencing at Brighton Synod next month), with plans to host networking meetings in the wider area. She thanked all for their patience and support, particularly during the interregnum.

Café update As per the report printed in the Yearbook. Café Manager Patrick Hebrard thanked all church staff for their support to date, flagging the regular lunchtime concerts. Church garden update As per the report printed in the Yearbook. Churchwardens, Thank yOL¢s Ann Joyce thanked Sarah Henderson for her work to date and thanked Bishop Nick, Fr John and Fr James for covering worship in the absence of an incumbent, noting that their last Sunday with All Saints would be 09 June 2024. She also thanked Peter Millar and the Archdeacon. Sarah Henderson offered thanks to clergy, churchwardens and the Treasurer (including the presentation of gifts). The congregation also expressed their thanks. Sue Tatton-Brown made a particular thanks to Ann Joyce for all her work as Churchwarden. Closing prayer The Archdeacon closed the meeting with the Grace.

PARISH REPORTS Churchwardens, Report Another fulfilling and eventful year at All Saints to record for our Annual Parochial Church Meeting. The most exciting event of the year was the induction of our new priest, Fr Catriona Cumming, on li June. The Bishop of Chichester and the acting Archdeacon licenced Catriona. It was a lovely service with wonderful music, thanks to Dave and the choir. We had a great number of priests from this diocese and from York. We had a good congregation of Catriona's family, our church family and visiting friends. Since that date I don't think Catriona's feet have touched the groundl th At this point I would like to say a big thank you to Bishop Nick and Fr John who continue to preside and preach, although Bishop Nick has stepped back a little as his priestly expertise is needed elsewhere. Fr John and Adrian Herbert continue to take communion to those members of our church family who can't get to church. Fr John is also still slaving away over a hot iron keeping the church linen in perfect condition. Our extremely efficient team are continuing to work very hard, and, at this point, I would like to congratulate Sarah, our operations manager, and Luke on the birth of Matilda last August- she is looking beautiful. Sarah will return on a part time basis in September. The Events part of Sarah's job has been covered ably by Ana Isha and our office manager, Emma, has taken on a great deal of the other parts of Sarah's job. Emma keeps the office running so smoothly; she is constantly multi-tasking- we can't do without her, and we always notice when she has an occasional holiday. Our Director of Music, Dave Stevens, has given us some wonderful music at All Saints this year, together with Alan Ireland our organist who assists him. The Thursday concerts were a great success. Peter Morris is, as ever, assisting with the administration and arranging the jazz concerts. Adrian Herbert helps with welcoming week by week. The Christmas concert was a huge success, totally sold out. The Nine Lessons and Carols was also a great success. The Christmas services were wonderful and very inspiring with the attendance considerably higher than last year. Oh Dave, what are we going to do without you when you and Aoife with Tiernan and Ellie go off to Wales to take up the post of Director of Music at Brecon Cathedral. It is so well deserved: they will be really lucky to have your brilliant organ playing and calm approach to the choir to enable them to perform at their best Sunday by Sunday. Catherine Halloran, our children and families minister, has had an amazing year with her growing numbers of Little Fishes and their families, and is assisted so ably by Alice Jackson. From these families have come new church members, baptisms, first communions and confirmations. Sunday by Sunday, Catherine teaches the Christian faith to the children. Catherine has an amazing ability to draw families to her, I consider her a'Pied Piper, person, children love her and so do the parents. Catherine's other great gift which most of us don't know about is her ability to fix things, she can make things workl The One Bread café, managed so ably by Patrick Hebrard, is a great success. People are delighted to find a café in church and, especially at concerts, food and drink is much in demand. At times Patrick and his lovely team seem rushed off their feet but always manage to get everybody served. I think the Little

Fishes parents and carers really appreciate a small amount of time in our lovely church to sit and enjoy some light refreshment. The person you don't actually see a lot of is our finance officer, Rose McDermott. She does an amazing job, she's so efficient, and works her way through the complexities of All Saints, financial transactions. Rose and Tony work closely together to prepare the accounts. th Darren Beard, our caretaker, is in his li year of keeping our beautiful church clean. It's quite a task, but he does it so well and will always assist any of us who need something done. On iith August, during a very successful weekend coffee festival, our io.00am Mass needed to be relocated. We were most grateful to Fr Earl, the vicar, and the congregation of St John's Palmeira Square for their generous welcome to their church. On 7th December we had another really good Makers Fair. There were some talented exhibitors with beautiful pottery, paintings, jewellery etc for us to buy. It was well attended. Holy Week and Easter were very moving and wonderful. In the church's calendar, it is the most important week of the year. Thank you to Catriona for really thought provoking and memorable sermons during the Triduum and Easter Day. Easter Day was so amazing, we had over 250 people in church, the music was sensational, and it was lovely to have a baptism too. Thank you to all those who made it so meaningful for us all. Now some thanks to our wonderful volunteers. We have the most talented flower team, led by Anne Bawden, who work so hard to enrich our services, particularly working to make the church look amazing at the festivals. Leslie Holland created a beautiful Easter Garden. Leslie has also taken on the care of the memorial garden and the other garden. Thank you to Krzysztof for keeping those gardens in such good order. Anne Bawden and others generously paid for a replacement for the cherry tree that had to be removed from the memorial garden. Leslie sourced and arranged for the planting of the beautiful tree on ioth October, which is now flourishing. Sue and Mowle Atkins have again kept the Sanctuary in perfect order, as they have done for over 45 years. Sue trains the servers, and Mowle spends endless hours meticulously doing work in the Sacristy, as well as cleaning the candle stands, ensuring the candles are replaced and the Sacristy is in good order. David Jewell is also kept busy with his skills in restoring objects to their former glory. Thank you to Matt Barrett, our PCC secretary, who has kept us in control this year. He does an invaluable job. The PCC can't function successfully without a secretary: it's a time-consuming job. the PCC meeting and the APCM minutes alone are quite demanding, and Matt does it all with apparent ease. A big thank you too to the Sunday morning coffee team, headed up by Martin Drennan, who do a fantastic job. Neither can we forget the delicious cakes that Shirley makes most weeks for us on Sundays and often on Wednesdays after Mass. Christopher is also seen coming into church with his delicious brownies and other delicious offerings. On Easter Day Chistopher produced lots of gorgeous cakes all of which disappeared before Mass had barely finished! We are so grateful. Nor must we forget our strong man, Seb, who comes in to help after Mass on Sundays. He does so much of the heavy lifting of the

coffee machine, the boxes of mugs and the washing up. It started as part of his Duke of Edinburgh award scheme, but we have happily kept him. We are forever grateful to have Tony Mollett as our treasurer: he is so skilful with the accounts. He and Rose keep them all in such good order, and he makes the accounts understandable. His advice to the PCC is invaluable. We must never underestimate the time being a treasurer of a big, busy church takes. I think Tony thought he had retired!! Thank you, Tony. Now the other person who has been working incredibly hard this year and thought he had retired is my fellow churchwarden, Peter Millar. The crumbling bits of the church, the lighting, the heating, these and other bits of the building have all taken enormous amounts of Peter's time. You can't breathe in a church without having to apply for a faculty - Peter does itl! Peter's report will tell of all the trials and tribulations we have faced this year. Peter and I work really well together, we agree on the big decisions. We certainly can't manage Sunday mornings front of house without our fantastic volunteers and readers. We look forward to the coming year under Fr Catriona's leadership with excitement and joy. Ann Joyce Churchwarden 10

ALL SAINTS APCM 2024- BUILDING & MAINTENANCE REPORT Maintenance Work: Since the last APCM there have been no significant maintenance works required. Regular checks and maintenance to the Church roof have kept the roof in satisfactory condition, though climate warming has led to a large increase in ferns growing on the tiles. As they have widespread roots, pulling them off will lead to significant tile displacement and damage, so weed killer will be used instead. A loose stone on the edge of the stained glass high in the West window posed a significant danger of falling so an urgent repair was undertaken with a set of high scaffolding to reach the work. To ensure the repair is long lasting it will need some work on the outside in due course; we will take this into account as we schedule the external work pursuant to Quinquennial 2023. While in place the stonemasons carried out some minor repairs in that area. Font Cover: Our application to the DAC to remove and display the Font Cover and replace it with a lightweight hand-removable cover was given partial approval but they wish to see the design of the new cover and the stand for displaying the old Font Cover before final approval. We have chosen a woodworker to design and make these and are close to approving a design. Church Lighting: We have replaced all the failed bulbs, but to do so had to remove and use the 4 light fittings on the North side high lights in the main aisle and replace them with LED lamps" these are brighter and illustrate the future likely lighting to meet net Zero. We have also repaired/replaced all the high centre aisle lights. The festoon lights on the main aisle side pillars have been removed but are available for temporary use if required. Central Heating System. The bearings of the heating system circulating pump are showing signs of significant wear and the pump needs replacing. While investigating this a leak in the heating pipes behind the sacristy cupboard supplying the East end heating flooded the organ blower room below. this was found quickly so no damage occurred, and that circulating pipe was closed and drained. Planning the repair is underway and includes a check of all the accessible heating pipes, as when installed the new circulating pump may cause further leaks in what are very old pipes spread widely throughout the church. All Saints Church Repairs: There was no major repair work to the Church building undertaken in 2024 after last year's APCM; our plans following the Quinquennial Inspection 23 remain as previously reported. Peter Millar Churchwarden ELECTORAL ROLL REPORT This year we have formed a new electoral roll in line with Church of England guidance. The total number on the electoral roll is 116 a slight decrease of 21 since last year. Having renewed the Electoral Roll with more realistic numbers we believe that this number still does not represent the full community that are associated with All Saints, and we will continue with regular drives to ensure everyone who considers themselves part of our church community is represented on the roll. Our Parish Administrator, Emma Mead, is our Electoral Roll Officer. If you would like to be added to the roll, please contact the Parish Office or speak to one of our Churchwardens.

SAFEGUARDING The PCC and staff team continue to work hard to ensure that All Saints is a safe place for everyone and that we are following safeguarding best practice. Our previous Parish Safeguarding Officer, Sarah Henderson, handed over the role to Stephanie Kittow last year. Stephanie has worked alongside Fr Catriona and Emma Mead to ensure that the staff team and PCC members are up to date with DBS checks and safeguarding training. This process is continuous: there is always something for us to learn. My thanks to those volunteers who have already engaged with training, and my thanks to the rest in advance for doing so. Stephanie has agreed to stand as church warden, but l am delighted to say that safeguarding will remain in safe hands as Ann Joyce has agreed to take on the role of safeguarding officer after she has stepped down as church warden. Fr Catriona. OPERATIONS AND FACILITIES With Sarah Henderson on maternity leave the team at All Saints have stepped up to manage the many activities that happen across the year in both church and hall. Ana Isha has been a great addition to the team, but everyone has chipped in in different ways - especially at busy times of year. Over the past year, we've hosted concerts from Brighton Festival, Sussex Symphony Orchestra and many local choirs. We've also hosted special events including The Makers, Fair and Brighton Coffee Festival which this year expanded to two days. These events have brought thousands of people through our doors and raised our profile in the local area. We continue to make our facilities available to some of the most vulnerable people in our community, through our ongoing partnership with The Choir With No Name (a choir for people who have experienced homelessness) who rehearse here every Monday, and our regular sessions in the Parish Hall for refugees, in partnership with the Network of International Women. Meanwhile, our Parish Hall continues to be well used by regular hirers including Tumble Tots, Amity, and more, and the Parish Room hosts more than io Anonymous groups for people struggling with addiction. In terms of the long-term strategic development of All Saints, our vision to transform our site, restore our church building and replace our Parish Hall with new facilities to better serve our community has not changed. A new group will form this year to look at the redevelopment of the Hall, led by +Nick with input from Sarah on her return from maternity leave. Peter Millar has formed a separate group to take care of the important work that is needed for the Church building. In the past few weeks it was announced that the redevelopment of the old Vicarage should finally soon be underway, funded and led by the Diocese of Chichester with a start date towards the end of June. This first phase of redevelopment will fully renovate the Vicarage into a home for me. It is hoped that this phase of the work will be completed around the turn of the year, so I hope that it will be possible to welcome people in the vicarage before Lent 2026. Fr Catriona. 12

SDF Project- "Revitalising the Church, Renewing the City" Towards the end of 2024 we had the excellent news that the strategic development fund board have agreed to extend the funding and timeline for the project begun under the previous incumbent Fr Ryan. This extension has come with revised objectives. The intention behind these objectives remains to grow the church here in All Saints, but also to be a resource for other churches in ministry and mission. Below are the objectives set out in the new plan. The PCC have set up a number of working groups which have been tasked with some of the work required to meet these objectives. These will mean further opportunities for members of the congregation to get involved. In the coming weeks we will focus on different areas of church life and what we might be called to contribute as individuals and as a church towards the mission of All Saints, and the wider Church. Revised outcome hurch ttendance Growing from 100 - 300+ committed adult parishioners by 2031 Over 50 children attending children's church on a Sunday morning by 2031. he introduction of a new weekly service meeting the needs of those newer to faith or xploring church for the first time, with a congregation of 40 adults by 2029. ervice to be designed by mid-2025 and launched by end 2025. Evangelism n annual cycle of catechetical and discipleship courses for children and adults, reaching o children and 85 adults each year by 2029. ocial Impact Facilitate a minimum of 6 roundtable conversations per year from 2025 for clergy and lay leaders, involving multiple other churches in a catholic tradition in B&H deaneries. onversations focused around missional projects focused on social justice, urban eprivation and children and families, drawing on operational expertise from the All aints team. t least 20 new missional projects by 2029 initiated by the churches involved in the onversations (the new projects can be repeats of what is being done at other churches nd not all of the projects are expected to persist beyond the end of the SDF imescales). afe fully financially sustainable by 2025 raining at least io people per year by 2026 (staff and volunteers included) orking with more than 20 community groups annually by 2026 (linked to previous utcome on Social impact missional projects) he Cafe to be a key point of contact and provider of information about church life. The taff to be trained to be able to talk about the church, the activities and opportunities for ach demographic. There will be good literature about All Saints activities, its training 13

programmes and its mission. The result will be to channel 25 new people each year into ther All Saints groups/activities up to 2029 and beyond. he community choir established in 2023 will expand to 60 members by 2029 and be eveloped so that it is integrated with other All Saints initiatives, generating a context for nyone to experience transformative worship and the converting power of sacred music. he choir will provide an added dimension to worship and music at All Saints providing nother stepping stone into the core of the church. By 2029 this choir will have eveloped a different musical expression and experience from the current church choir nd contributing to the weekly worship Reaching oung eople Little Fishes - weekly average of 120 children and loo adults engaged by 2025 and further 0/0 growth by 2029 Messy Church (or similar alternative initiative) - reaching 140 families monthly by 2029 Establishment of new discipleship course/initiative for parents and young families by 025, contributing to the Evangelism outcome above. daily stay and play" offering for children and families in One Bread Cafe (in the main hurch building), engaging an average of 70 families per week by 2025 and further 20/ rowth by 2029 Integration of 12 children into the adult Parish choir by 2027. Creation of separate hildren's choir with 36 members by 2029 New utcome Planting and Partnerships Facilitate a minimum of 6 roundtable conversations per year from 2025 for clergy and lay leaders, involving multiple other churches in a catholic tradition in B&H deaneries with onversations focused around how to produce church growth in a catholic tradition. Produce at least 2 case studies per year from 2026 onwards of churches who have started new initiatives as a result of the conversations whether successful and continuing or not o aid learning. Participate in regional and national discussions about how to grow churches with a atholic tradition. Minimum of 5 lay leaders (drawn from All Saints and other local parishes) per year participating in a discipleship/leadership course focused on church growth in a Catholic radition context by 2026. ourse to be designed by 2025 and launched by 2026 rowth of young adult congregation at All Saints to 50 by 2029 and loo by 2031. Development of specific initiative/s to serve this demographic, e.g. an alternative service, pecific discipleship courses etc. 14

MUSIC AND LITURGY Our musical activities have continued apace over the past year. The Parish choir have achieved wonderful things - new repertoire, some really beautiful psalm singing, and really meaningful contributions to special services, particularly the Advent Procession and Holy Week. We premiered another new piece - 'Advent Prayer, by Sally Beamish. A particular highlight of the year was Christmas concert. For the second year in a row, we were turning people away at the door, with over 400 people in the audience. Our choristers have grown in confidence and ability, contributing well to Sunday eucharists twice a month. They continue to work through the RSCM Voice for Life scheme, and had some notable success at the Springboard Festival. Our community choir partner, Brighton Voices, has continued to grow to about 70 singers. As well as taking part in the Christmas concert, they gave a performance of Harold Darke's remarkable cantata 'As the leaves fall, during Remembrancetide, and during the summer gave a wonderful performance of Handel's 'Alexander's Feast, _ we used this occasion to take the music of Brighton Voices and All Saints out into the wider musical scene, and performed at the Meeting House at the University of Sussex. The lunchtime concert series has remained a success, with an increasingly high standard of performer each season. The relationship with the Royal Academy of Music continues to provide a platform for young musicians, and Peter Morris curates the jazz series with his usually knowledge and flair, for which I'm very grateful. The series is profitable, and we are examining new ways of reaching audience members to increase attendance. On the outreach front, I've continued to assist other churches with their musical provision - sitting on the interview panel for a Director of Music post in one church, and aiding the organisation of an ad-hoc evensong choir in another. With only a few months left at All Saints, I would like to place on record heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributes to the musical life of the church - it has been an enormous pleasure to be part of such a welcoming and committed community. David Stevens Director of Music 15

CHILDREN AND FAMILIES LiHle Fishes PIA YGkOUP th"Idrens eh¢Yth Youth Chvreh Children and Families Ministry Annual Statement Catherine Halloran, Children and Families Minister As we near the end of the fourth year of the SDF project, our Children and Families Ministry continues to flourish at All Saints. Over the past year, we've welcomed at least 15 new families to our Sunday services, with many more regularly attending our Little Fishes playgroup and making use of our Stay and Play area. Little Fishes Playgroup Little Fishes runs twice weekly and continues to welcome over 150 families each week. The playgroup continues to generate increasing income through voluntary donations. Together we play, read stories, craft, paint, and sing, fostering friendships in a vibrant and welcoming community. Held in our spacious and beautiful heritage church, the playgroup continues to provide a unique environment for babies and toddlers to explore. Our clothes swap takes place during the playgroup sessions and is thriving, allowing families to drop off, swap, and pick up clothing for their little growing ones. This has made a small but impactful imprint on our environmental footprint, and has helped so many families to save money. We are proud to continue our partnership with Team Domenica, offering work experience placements to their candidates during Little Fishes sessions. This collaboration enriches our community and nurtures a more inclusive and diverse environment, making a positive impact on both the families attending and the candidates involved. Stay and Play Stay and Play runs weekdays from 9:00am to 4:00pm and continues to be a valued space for local children and families. It provides a safe, engaging area within the church for children to play and socialise, as well as enjoying visiting our wonderful One Bread cafe. Messy Church Messy Church is currently on pause as we work to develop a more sustainable ministry model. Sunday Ministry Sunday mornings have seen increased attendance, enabling the development of our age-specific groups: Children's Church (ages 0-6), Junior Church (ages 7-10), and Youth Church (ages li+). All Age Mass is held on the first Sunday of each month, bringing all age groups together in worship. 16

We have restructured pew areas to better accommodate different age groups and support engagement. Junior and Youth Church participants now have a bespoke Junior Mass Book and weekly Gospel- themed activity sheets introduced in January, with the aim to foster greater integration within the liturgy. We continue to have brilliantyouth servers and readers taking part in our services, as well as our wonderful Children's Choir singing on the first and third Sunday of each month. Sunday Stars Initiative The Sunday Stars initiative encourages children to take active roles in setting up, tidying, serving refreshments, and helping others engage with the service. This has fostered a strong sense of ownership, responsibility, and community among our children. Children's Church and Junior Church Held on each Sunday after the first Sunday of the month, in our improved Crypt space. We explore stories from the Bible, where we are in the liturgical calendar, all about the mass, and what we can learn from Jesus and one another. The vision is to run Children's Church and Junior Church separately, once we have volunteers. Junior Church is from 7 onwards, so that it can support the path to First Communion. Youth Church Held on the third Sunday of each month, Youth Church explores the Gospel, the liturgical calendar, and what it means to be a Christian. With 4 children currently on the register, we are encouraging more consistent attendance so that the group can cement a sense of belonging and community. The Youth Church also supports the path to First Communion and Confirmation. Sacramental Preparation Baptism: In 2024, we celebrated li baptisms-double the number from the previous year and the highest since 2016. We anticipate further growth this year. First Communion: Our 2025 programme began on May ii, held during Sunday Mass. Last year, 9 children received their First Communion. This year's celebration is scheduled for June 15, and we anticipate a similar number of children. Confirmation: Our Confirmation programme for ages li+ will begin in October (Autumn term). School Links We maintain strong connections with local schools including Brunswick Primary, St Andrew's CE Primary, St Christopher's Prep School, and Brighton Girls GDST, who use our church for visits and carol services. This July, we are delighted to once again host the Diocesan Year 6 Leavers Service, welcoming six schools to mark the transition to secondary education. Children and Families Team 17

Over the past year, Alice's ongoing role has greatly strengthened our capacity to sustain and grow Sunday and weekday ministries. Her work has helped me to meet rising demand and allowed for improved resourcing and planning. Volunteer recruitment remains a key challenge. The success and growth of our Children and Families Ministry continues to highlight the urgent need for more volunteers to ensure we can maintain and expand our offerings-including the potential launch of a Youth Group for ages li+, providing a dedicated space for community and continued spiritual development. Catherine Halloran, Children and Families Minister ONE BREAD CAFÉ One Bread Café has now been operating for three and a half years, and we remain committed to growing our customer base, strengthening our financial sustainability, and offering a welcoming, relaxing space for both our local community and congregation. We're excited to share that our turnover has increased significantly over the past year: Last Financial Year: £72,650.56 This Financial Year: £101,028.12 That's an increase of just over 39/0 year-on-year-a fantastic milestonel Activities such as Little Fishes, our play area, and baby yoga sessions continue to draw steady footfall, while our events, concerts, and festivals have had a strong positive impact on cafe turnover. However, we have noticed a slight slowdown in recent weeks. While the beautiful weather has brought many joys, it has also meant fewer people staying indoors. In addition, the ongoing cost-of-living pressures seem to be affecting our customers, purchasing habits-even among our regulars. In response, we are keeping our prices competitive, refreshing some items on the menu, and Investing in a new fridge- freezer. This new fridge-freezer will allow us to expand our offerings to include ice cream, smoothies, and more stored items, just in time for the summer. We hope these new treats will delight our customers! We're also excited to announce that our Thursday lunchtime concerts will return at the beginning of June-these events are always a highlight and bring a wonderful buzz to the cafe. And of course, during the warmer months, we look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful front garden. Thank you so much for your ongoing support and encouragement. Patrick Cafe Manager 18

CHURCH GARDEN 2024 was a challenging year for the western gardens, however, every challenge brings opportunity and by the year end circumstances had positively improved. The first challenge came from the acute subterranean plumbing fault in the Memorial Garden. The old cherry tree roots had fractured the plumbing system beneath the garden, and this had caused significant water damage to the church basement. The cherry tree needed to be removed and the old tree stump ground down Iwe could not dig in the area for fear of disturbing previous interred ashes in the garden} Once the stump was removed, we were able to sow a new grass lawn and develop ideas to revitalise the space. Many novel herbaceous plants were able to find homes in the northern section of the garden as a newly exposed brick wall had been revealed following the builders. activity. The fernery, behind the metal gate in the Memorial Garden, had suffered similar damage and needed reinstatement. I would like to thank those members of the congregation financially contributing to this essential business. Our second challenge came through the retirement, due to ill health, of our volunteer gardener Krzysztof Szydelko. I would like to thank Krzysztof for his innovative work during his period of gardening. I have continued to regularly maintain the gardens {Memorial and southwestern garden} during this time of volunteer gardener interregnum. The southwestern garden was particularly enjoyed in 2024 through a relatively new church café initiative. Tables and chairs were strategically placed within the area allowing "al fresco" refreshments to be taken. This was much enjoyed by all participants surrounded by the flowering garden plants. The Memorial Garden was largely gifted a new tree through the "friends of Anne Bawden" in October 2024. The new mature dogwood tree {Cornus wedding cake tree} is a beautiful and variegated leafed variety. It produces wonderful white flowers in the early summer season. The tree roots should be less invasive than its predecessor, and we look forward to its growing beauty in the coming years. The 2025 gardening year has begun well and both western gardens thrive. Leslie Holland Temporary All Saints volunteer gardener 19

REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER.. 1134601 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 FOR ALL SAINTS CHURCH- HOVE Dominic Hill Associates Limited Archer House Britland Estate Northbourne Road Eastbourne BN22 8PW

ALL SAINTS CHURCH- HOVE CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 Page Report of the Trustees Independent Examlner's Report Statemont of Flnanclal Actlvltles Balance Sheet Note8 to the Flnanclal Statements 8 to 13 Detailed Statement of Financial Activltles 14

ALL SAINTS CHURCH- HOVE REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 The trustees present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2024. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019). OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES The primary objective of All Saint's PCC is the promotion of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to the doctrines and practices of the Church of England. The PCC has the responsibility of collaborating with the resident clergy in promotion in the eccleslastical parish the whole mission of the Church pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical. ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE Review of the year 1. The full PCC met 5 times during the year. Committees met between meetings and details of these were received by Ihe full PCC and discussed where necessary. The PCC expressed thanks to the clergy who supported them during the vacancy at the annual meeting in May. 2. The Parish continued in vacancy at the beginning of the year. The appointment of the Revd Catriona Cumming was announced in February, though due lo delays in the DBS process she was not licensed until June. 3. Major renovation works continued on the crypt during the 1st half of 2024, repairing damage done to the drainage system by the roots of a tree in the memorial garden. The work was completed in the summer of 2024 and a new tree was planted in October. The work to the crypt was funded by an insurance claim. The work administering this was significant and particular thanks are due to the Treasurer, the Operations manager, the finance officer and the wardens who worked on this. The final part of the work in the memorial garden was funded by members of the congregation. 4. Further repair and maintenance costs were incurred during the year and in particular a major repair to the Spirit Chapel roof costing some £25,000. 5. The Café enjoyed another successful year with sales rising from £65,000 to £75,000. In addition to managing the day-to-day running of the cafè Patrick the café manager and his team also helped to support events throughout the year - concerts, pastoral services, and the coffee festival in August. 6. The coffee festlV81 this year was doubled in size, running over days. Mass at 8.00 am on Sunday happened as usual, with the All Saints 10.00 am congregation joining the neighbouring parish of St John the Baptist for the main service. This meant an increase in revenue of some £5,000. 7. In August, the Operations manager went on maternity leave, and her maternity cover began work. This cover will continue until the same time in 2025. 8. Children's work at All Saints continues to flourish. There were 11 baptisms through the course of the year. New choristers have joined the choir, and Little Fishes continues to flourish. 9. Music at All Saints likewise is in rude health. The lunchtime concerts continued into November for the first time. The later concerts were impacted by problems with the heating system, which were temporarily resolved before the really cold weather. 10. Attendance at Advent and Christmas services was up by nearly 30 % across the month of December. The Christmas Concert sold out once again, with a popular programme, and a huge amount of teamwork from the office administrator, director of music, wardens, and volunteers, and of course the choir of All Saints and Brighton Voices. Page 1

ALL SAINTS CHURCH- HOVE REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 FINANCIAL REVIEW Financial review Income 1. The total income received during 2024 was £449,745, an increase of £16,644 from the £433,101 in 2023. The main sources of income were as follows", 2024 96,714 2,885 44,649 76,682 77,461 76,365 74,989 449,745 2023 90,266 1.050 43,586 70,566 119,010 43,515 65,108 433,101 Donations and legacies Charitable activities Other trading activities Investments Grants Other incoming resources Café Sales Totsl 2. Overall there has been a slight increase in total income. Income from donations, legacies, investments and café sales have increased, whilst income from grants has decreased. There has been a significant increase in income from other resources. This is largely due to income generated from refreshments and fundraising from events. 3. Charitable activities represent fees and donations received in respect of baptisms, weddings and funerals. This income has increased compared with last year. 4.Other trading activities largely relate to venue hire, this is consistent with last year. 5. The majority of grant funding received was from the Church of England Strategic Development Fund for the "Revitalising the Church, Renewing the City" project. This was the fourth year of funding in a five year grant from 2021 2026, which is primarily allocated to staffing costs in key areas of the church's mission and ministry. 6. Income from investments has increased slightly when compared to18St year. The trustees believe that with the support of the congregation and the Diocese, the charity is able to operate as a going concern for the foreseeable future. Ex enditure 1. The total expenditure during 2024 was £505,050 which is a decrease of £28,670 from the £533,720 in 2023. The main areas of expenditure were as follows., 2024 72,256 53,712 246,077 81,483 51,522 2023 86,165 49,016 232,898 81,979 83,662 Church running expenses Church maintenance and repairs Staff costs Diocesan parish share Other costs Total 505,050 533,720 2. Staff costs have increased in 2024, but the increase is smaller than it has been for a few ye8rs. 3. Church maintenance and repairs have increased slightly, but church running expenses have decreased so there is an overall reduction in this area when compared to 2023. 4. Other costs are mostly made up of upkeep of services, accountancy and legal fees. They have significantly decreased this year which is due to last years costs including the estste agents and legal fees for the sale of the old parsonage. Page 2

ALL SAINTS CHURCH- HOVE REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 Net cost of activi 1. The overall operating loss in 2024 was £55,305 compared with a deficit in 2023 of £100,619. After revaluation of investments, the net movement in funds was a deficit of £40,952. Assets 1. The resources available to the PCC at the close of 2024 totalled £1,476,529 (£1,517,481 in 2023). The main assets were as follows; 2024 550,000 926,529 2023 550,000 967,481 Investments Net assetslliabilities Total 1,476,529 1,517,481 2. The value of the investments for 2024 is £550,000 representing the current market value of the Martello Loft Flats. Reserves pollcy It is PCC policy to maintain a balance on the general unrestricted funds (excluding Fixed Assets) or Free Reserves which equates to at least 4 months, worth of unrestricted payments as contingency against unforeseen events and to cover any emergency building maintenance work. This policy will be reviewed annually. Going concern The charity believes that it can continue to operate and there is no sign as to why it would need to cease trading or intention to cease trading. STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Governlng document The charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust and constitutes an unincorporated charity. Organisational structure During the year the following served as members of the Parochial Church Council.. The Revd. Catriona Cumming (Appointed 11th June 2024) Vicar.. Church Wardens.. Ann Joyce Peter Millar Representatives at Deanery Synod.. Luke Evans Tanya Palmer Elected Members.. Sue Atkins (Appointed 19th May 2024) Jon Crane (Resigned 12th November 20241 Sarah Crompton (Resigned 19th May 20241 Alice Harrison Leslie Holland (Appointed 19th May 2024) Tony Mollett (and Treasurer) Rebecca Owers {Co-opted 1 Oth September 2024) Matthew Barrett (and Secretary) Membership of the PCC is determined under the Church Representstion Rules and consists of certain ex-offi'cio members, being the vicar, the churchwardens and members of the Deanery Synod,. and 3 members of the church who are elected at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM). The PCC has co-opted 1 member and members are warmly encouraged to stand for election. Page 3

ALL SAINTS CHURCH- HOVE REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Related parties and transactions The PCC is also the managing trustee of the Ralli Memorial Trust (registered charity 250184) which owns the church hall. As managing trustee, the PCC appoints the Hall Committee. The accounts for the trust are provided separately and submitted to the Charity Commission. A management charge of £36,000 was paid by the Church Hall of the PCC, shown in other income (2023.. £36,000) Expenses have been reimbursed to members of the PCC in respect of travel, hospitality, telephone and sundry expenses. No member of the PCC received any remuneration during the year. REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Registered Charlty number 1134601 Prlnclpal addre¥s All Saints Hove Wilbury Road Hove 8N3 3PB Trustoas L Evans Ms S Crompton (resigned 19.5.24) Ms T Palmer Ms A Joyce P Millar Ms A Harrison T Mollett J Crane (resigned 12.11.241 M Barrelt Ms R Owers (appointed 10.9.24) Ms L Holland (appointed 19.5.241 Ms S Atkins (appointed 19.5.24) Vicar-Revd C Cumming (appointed 11.6.24) Independent Examlner Dominic Hill Associates Limited Archer House Britland Estate Northbourne Road Eastbourne BN22 8PW Approved by order of the board of trustees on . and signed on its behalf by: Vicar-Revd C Cumm ng - Trustee Page 4

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF ALL SAINTS CHURCH- HOVE Independent examiner's report to the trustees of All Saints Church - Hove I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of All Saints Church - Hove (the Trust) for the year ended 31 December 2024. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act')- I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under Section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145{5){bl of the Act. Independent examlner's statement Since your charity's gross income exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a listed body. I can confirm that l am qualified to undertake the examination because l am a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, which is one of the listed bodies. I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect.. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by Section 130 of the Act., or the accounts do not accord with those records., or the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports} Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Isp Peter D Hill FCA Dominic Hill Associates Limited Archer House Britland Estate Northbourne Road Eastbourne BN22 8PW Date.. Page 5

ALL SAINTS CHURCH- HOVE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEM8ER 2024 2024 Total funds 2023 Total funds Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Endowrnent fund Notes INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies 99,599 99,599 91,316 Charitable activltles Charitable activities 77,461 77,461 119,010 Other trading activities Investment income Other income 119,638 76,682 76,365 119,638 76,682 76,365 108,694 70,566 43,515 Total 449,745 449,745 433,101 EXPENDITURE ON Charltable actlvlties Charitable activities 503,250 1,800 505,050 533,720 Net gains on investments 14,353 14,353 38,174 NET INCOMEI(EXPENDITURE) 139,152 (1,800 (40,952) (62,445) RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 1,495,681 21,800 1,517,481 1,579,926 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 1,456,529 20,000 1,476,529 1,517,481 The notes form part of these financial statements Page 6

ALL SAINTS CHURCH. HOVE BALANCE SHEET 31 DECEMBER 2024 2024 Total funds 2023 Total funds Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Endowment fund Notes FIXED ASSETS Investment property 550,000 550,000 550,000 CURRENT ASSETS Debtors Investments Cash at bank and in hand 26,851 912,317 41,850 26,851 912,317 61,850 2g,991 978,965 42,526 20,000 981,018 20,000 1,001,018 1,051,482 CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year (29,789 129,7891 (34,068) NET CURRENT ASSETS 951,229 20,000 971,229 1,017,414 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 1,501,229 20,000 1,521,229 1,567,414 CREDITORS Amounts falling due after more than one year 10 144,700 144,700) 149,933) NET ASSETS 1,456,529 20,000 1,476,529 1,517,481 FUNDS Unrestricted funds Restricted funds 12 1,456,529 20,000 1,495,681 21,800 TOTAL FUNOS 1,476,529 1,517,481 The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on fits1-￿￿o.￿s...,. and were signed on its behalf by.. C Cumming - Trustee The notes form part of these financial statements Page 7

ALL SAINTS CHURCH - HOVE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 ACCOUNTING POLICIES Basis of preparing the financial statements The financial statements af the charity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP IFRS 1021 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019),, Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland, and the Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. Income All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably. Expenditure Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Tangible flxed assets Tangible fixed assets are held at market value. Investment property Investment property is shown at most recent valuation. Any aggregate surplus or deficit arising from changes in fair value is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities, Taxation The charity is exempt from tax on its charitable activities. Fund accountlng Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees, Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes. Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the noies to the financial statements. OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES 2024 2023 Church centre hiring fees Cafe sales 44,649 74,989 43,586 65,108 119,638 108,694 Page 8 continued.

ALL SAINTS CHURCH- HOVE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 INVESTMENT INCOME 2024 2023 Rents received CBF Investment & Deposit Fund 45,599 31,083 45,259 25,307 76,682 70,566 TRUSTEES. REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS No member of the PCC received any remuneration during the year. Trustees. expen8e8 Expenses have been reimbursed to members of the PCC in respect of travel, hospitality, telephone and sundry expenses. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES Unrestricted Restricted funds funds Endowment fund Total funds INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies 91,316 91,316 Charltable activities Charitsble activities 117,210 1,800 119,010 Other trading activities Investment income Other income 108,694 70,566 43,515 108,694 70,566 43,515 Total 431,301 1,800 433,101 EXPENDITURE ON Charitable actlvities Charitable activities 533,720 533,720 Net gains on investments 38,174 38,174 NET INCOMEI(EXPENDITURE) 164,245) 1,800 (62,445) RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Totsl funds brought forward 1,559,926 20,000 1,579,926 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 1,495,681 21,800 1,517,481 Page 9 continued...

ALL SAINTS CHURCH- HOVE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 INVESTMENT PROPERTY FAIR VALUE At 1 January 2024 and 31 December 2024 550,000 NET BOOK VALUE At 31 December 2024 550,000 At 31 De￿mber 2023 550,000 DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 2024 2023 Trade debtors Other debtors Loans Receivable Accrued Income Prepayments 1.381 2,161 5,000 11,348 6,961 1,703 2,900 25,388 26,851 29,991 CURRENT ASSET INVESTMENTS 2024 2023 Other investments 912,317 978,965 CREDITORS.. AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 2024 2023 Bank loans and overdrafts (see note 11) Trade creditors Taxation and social security Olher creditors 5,293 6,590 4,091 13,815 5,353 7,726 5,259 15,730 29,789 34,088 Page 10 continued..

ALL SAINTS CHURCH- HOVE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 10. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE AFTER MORE THAN ONE YEAR 2024 2023 Bank loans (see note 11) 44,700 49,933 11. LOANS An analysis of the maturity of loans is given below.. 2024 2023 Amounts falling due within one year on demand: Bank loans 5,293 5,353 Amounts falling due be￿een and five years.. Bank loans - 2-5 years 44,700 49,933 12. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Net movement in funds At 31.12.24 At1.1,24 Unrestricted funds General Fund Unrestricted Designated Reserve 795,681 700,000 (39,152) 756,529 700,000 1,495,681 139,162) 1,456,529 Restricted fund8 General Fund Restricted 21,800 (1,800) 20,000 TOTAL FUNDS 1,517,481 140,952) 1,476,529 Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows.. Incoming resources Resources expended Gains and Movement losses in funds Unrestricted funds General Fund Unrestricted 449,745 1503,250) 14,353 139,152) Restrlcted funds General Fund Restricted (1,800 11,800 TOTAL FUNDS 449,745 1505,050) 14,353 (40,952) Page 11 continued...

ALL SAINTS CHURCH- HOVE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 12. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued Comparatives for movement In funds Net movement in funds Transfers be￿een funds At 31.12.23 At1.1.23 Unrestricted funds General Fund Unrestricted Designated Reserve 1,559,926 (64,245) (700,000) 700,000 795,681 700,000 1,559,926 164,245) 1,495,681 Restrlcted funds General Fund Restricted 20,000 1,800 21,800 TOTAL FUNDS 1,579,926 (62,445) 1,517,481 Comparative net movement in ftjnds, included in the above are as follows: Incoming resources Resources expended Gains and losses Movement in funds Unrestrictod funds General Fund Unrestricted 431,301 1533,720) 38,174 (64,245) Restrlcted funds General Fund Restricted 1,800 1,800 TOTAL FUNDS 433,101 (533,720) 38,174 (62,4451 A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined position is as follows.. Net movement in funds Transfers be￿een funds At 31.12.24 At1.1.23 Unrestricted fund8 General Fund Unrestricted Designated Reserve 1,559,926 (103,397) (700,000) 700,000 756,529 700,000 1,559,926 {103,397) 1,456,529 Restrlcted funds General Fund Restricted 20,000 20,000 TOTAL FUNDS 1,579,926 (103,397) 1,476,529 Page 12 continued...

ALL SAINTS CHURCH- HOVE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 12. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued A Current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows.. Incoming resources Resources expended Gains and Movement losses in funds Unrestricted funds General Fund Unrestricted 881,046 (1,036,970) 52,527 (103,397) Restricted funds General Fund Restricted 1,800 (1,8001 TOTAL FUNDS 882,846 (1,038,770) 52,527 (103,397) The PCC agreed in November 2023 to establish a Designated Reserve of £700,000 for the future redevelopment of the Church Hall and associated buildings as part of the All Saints Strategic Plan. 13. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES The PCC is also the managing trustee of the Ralli Memorial Trust (registered charity 2501841 which owns the church hall. As managing trustee, the PCC appoints the Hall Committee. The accounts for the trust are provided separately and submitted to the Charity Commission. A management charge of £36,000 was paid by the Church Hall of the PCC, shown in other income (2023, £36,000) Expenses have been reimbursed to members of the PCC in respect of travel, hospitality, telephone and sundry expenses. No member of the PCC received any remuneration during the year. Page13

ALL SAINTS CHURCH - HOVE DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 2024 2023 INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS Donations and legacles Gifts Donations Gift aid Charitable activities Legacies & Bequests 38,359 28,278 16,476 2,885 13,601 40,995 31,954 17,317 1,050 99,599 91,316 Other tradlng activitles Church centre hiring fees Cafe sales 44,649 74,989 43,586 65,108 119,638 108,694 Investment Income Rents received CBF Investment & Deposit Fund 45,599 31,083 45,259 25,307 76,682 70,566 Charltable activities Grants 77,461 119,010 Other income other receipts 76,365 43,515 Total incomlng resources 449,745 433,101 EXPENDITURE Charitable actlvities Wages Church running expenses Youth and social gathering Church maintenance and repairs Upkeep of services Ministry 246,077 72,256 1,901 53,712 46,755 81,483 232,898 86,165 2,041 49,016 59,690 81,979 502,184 511,789 Support costs Governance costs Accountancy and legal fees 2,866 21.931 Total resources expended 505,050 533,720 Net expendlture 155,305) (100,619) This page does not form part of the statutory financial statements Page 14

REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER.. 250184 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 FOR HOVE PARISH CHURCH HALL (RALLI MEMORIAL Dominic Hill Ass¢xiates Limited Archer House Britland Estate Northbourne Road Eastbourne BN22 8PW

HOVE PARISH CHURCH HALL (RALLI MEMORIAL CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 Page Report of the Truste88 1 to 2 Indepandent Examiner's Report Statement of Financlal Actlvltles Balance Sheet Notes to the Flnanclal Statements 6 to 11 Detailed Statement of Flnancial Actlvities 12

HOVE PARISH CHURCH HALL (RALLI MEMORIAL REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 The trustees present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2024. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland {FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019). OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES The primary objective of the Charity is to promote the mission of the Church through pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical activities including the provision of space and the letting of facilities to local organisations. ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE Review of the year The Parish Hall was very well used again in 2024, However due to closures due to maintenance issues income was slightly down on the previous year. Regular hirers include Tumble Tots, Schooling for Dogs, child and adult ballet classes, Amity retirement group, the Young Actors group, The 1st Hove Scout Group and baby sensory classes. In addition, the Hall was hired by the Council as a Polling station at the 2024 General Election. The hall also hosted regular activilies to support refugees living in Hove, including weekly Sanctuary sessions (hosted in partnership with the Network of International Women) and weekly drop-in sessions for Ukrainian refugees. These activities became a vital part of council-funded services for refugees in our city and enabled All Saints to use our buildings to support some of the most vulnerable people in our community. The Parish Room continues to be well used, hosting 11 Anonymous groups per week (including Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous and others) together with other community groups. Providing this space at an affordable rent helps these crucial groups to continue to meet. Meanwhile, our Parish Kitchen was regularly used by the Choir With No Name to feed 30-40 people who have experienced homelessness each week, as well as regular cook and eat sessions for refugees. Again, our community facilities were impacted by high maintenance and repair costs which meant that we ended the year with a small deficit. A new boiler and water heater were installed during the year. FINANCIAL REVIEW Flnanclal review 1. The total receipts from lettings were £53,076 (2023 £54,278) which is consistent with last year. 2. Overall expenditure decreased to £58,571 12023 £58,774). This has remained relatively stable as the majority of the expenditure consists of management charges paid by the Church Hall to the PCC. 3. The PCC notes that per the Trust Deed the funds of the Hall are unrestricted and can be used for any ecclesiastical purpose as the PCC decides. At this time the PCC is carefully reviewing its investment strategy and finance structure for 2025. 4. There are no investments held due to the account being closed in 2023. Reserves pollcy It is PCC policy to manage the Hall finances so that the building is self-financing and is not a drain on the main PCC funds. The PCC continues to monitor the Hall reserves to maintain a level such that this policy is not undemiined. STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Governing document The charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust and constitutes an unincorporated charity. Page 1

HOVE PARISH CHURCH HALL (RALLI MEMORIAL) REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Organisational structure During the year the following served as members of the Parochial Church Council.. The Revd. Catriona Cumming (Appointed 11th June 2024) Vicar.. Church Wardens". Ann Joyce Peter Millar Representatives at Deanery Synod: Luke Evans Tanya Palmer Elected Members: Sue Atkins (Appointed 19th May 2024) Jon Crane (Resigned 12th November 2024) Sarah Crompton (Resigned 19th May 20241 Alice Harrison Leslie Holland (Appointed 19th May 2024) Tony Mollett land Treasurer} Rebecca Owers (Co-opted 1 Oth September 2024) Matthew Barrett (and Secretary) Membership of the PCC is determined under the Church Representation Rules and consists of certain ex-officio members, being the vicar, the churchwardens and members of the Deanery Synod,. and 3 members of the church who are elected at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting IAPCM}. The PCC has co-opted 1 member and members are warmly encouraged to stand for election. REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Registered Charlty number 250184 Principal address All Saints Hove Wilbury Road Hove BN3 3PB Trustees Independent Examlner Dominic Hill Associates Limited Archer House Britland Estate Northbourne Road Eastbourne BN22 8PW Approved by order of the board of trustees ori IL fiF. and signed on its behalf by.. Trustee Page 2

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF HOVE PARISH CHURCH HALL {RALLI MEMORIAL) Independent examlner's report to the trustees of Hove Parish Church Hall (Ralli Memorial) I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of Hove Parish Church Hall (Ralli Memorial) (the Trust) for the year ended 31 December 2024. Responslbillties and basls of report As the charity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 20111'the Act,). I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under Section 145 of the Act and in arrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145{5}(b} of the Act. Indepondent examlner's statement I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect.. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by Section 130 of the Act., or the accounts do not accord with those records., or the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports} Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Mr Peter D Hill FCA Dominic Hill Associates Limited Archer House Britland Estate Northbourne Road Eastbourne BN22 8PW Date: Page 3

HOVE PARISH CHURCH HALL (RALLI MEMORIAL) STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 2024 Total funds 2023 Total funds Unrestricted fund Restricted fund Notes INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Charltable actlvltles Charitable activities 53,076 53,076 54,728 Other trading activities Investment income 60 Total 53,078 53,078 54,797 EXPENDITURE ON Charltable actlvltles Charitable activities 58,371 200 58,571 58,774 NET INCOMEI(EXPENDITURE (5,293 (200) (5,493) (3,977) RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 5,617 95,846 101,463 105,440 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 324 95,646 95,970 101,463 The notes form part of these financial statements Paqe 4

HOVE PARISH CHURCH HALL (RALLI MEMORIAL) BALANCE SHEET 31 DECEMBER 2024 2024 Total funds 2023 Total funds Unrestricted Restricted fund fund Notes FIXED ASSETS Tangible assets 5,791 95,646 101,437 95,846 CURRENT ASSETS Debtors Cash at bank 1,977 1,306 1,977 1,306 2,763 6,331 3,283 3,283 9,094 CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year (8,750) (8,750) (3,477) NET CURRENT ASSETS 15,467 (5,467) 5,617 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 324 95,646 95,970 101,463 NET ASSETS 324 95,646 95,970 101,463 FUNDS Unrestricted funds Restricted funds 10 324 95,646 5,617 95,846 TOTAL FUNDS 95,970 101,463 The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on . l*J and were signed on its behalf by.. Trustee The notes form part of these financial statements Paqe 5

HOVE PARISH CHURCH HALL (RALLI MEMORIAL) NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 ACCOUNTING POLICIES Basis of preparing the financial statements The financial statements of the charity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019),, Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland, and the Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. Income All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably. Expenditure Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Tangible fixed assets Depreciation is provided on the leasehold on a straight line basis over SO years. Depreciation is provided on the fixtures and fittings on a straight line basis over 4 years. Taxation The charity is exempt from tax on its charitable activities. Fund accounting Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees. Restricted fund5 can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes. Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements. OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES 2024 2023 Other receipts Page 6 continued...

HOVE PARISH CHURCH HALL (RALLI MEMORIAL) NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 INVESTMENT INCOME 2024 2023 Bank & CBF deposit interest 60 TRUSTEES, REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS There were no trustees, remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 December 2024 nor for the year ended 31 December 2023. Trustee8' expen8e8 There were no trustees, expenses paid for the year ended 31 December 2024 nor for the year ended 31 December 2023. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES Unrestricted Restricted fund fund Total funds INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Charitable actlvltles Charitable activities 54,728 54,728 Other trading activities Investment income 60 60 Totsl 54,797 54,797 EXPENDITURE ON Charltable actlvltles Charitable activities 58,574 200 58,774 NET INCOMEI{EXPENDITURE) Transfers between funds (3,777) 200 1200) {200) {3,977) Net movement In funds 13,577} (400) (3,977) RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Tolal funds brought forward 9,194 96,246 105,440 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 5,617 95,846 101,463 Page 7 continued...

HOVE PARISH CHURCH HALL (RALLI MEMORIAL NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS Fixtures and fittings Freehold property Long leasehold Totals COST At 1 January 2024 Additions 90,446 10,000 100,446 7,722 7,722 At 310ecember 2024 90,446 10,000 7,722 108,168 DEPRECIATION At 1 January 2024 Charge for year 4,600 200 4,600 2,131 1,931 At 31 December 2024 4,800 1,931 6,731 NET BOOK VALUE At 310ecember 2024 90,446 5,200 5,791 101,437 At 31 December 2023 90,446 5,400 95,846 DEBTORS.. AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 2024 2023 Trade debtors Other debtors Prepayments 918 939 120 542 979 1,242 1,977 2,763 CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 2024 2023 Trade creditors Other creditors 380 8,370 1,591 1,886 8,750 3,477 LOANS An analysis of the maturity of loans is given below.. 2024 2023 Amounts falling due within one year on demand.. other loans 5,000 Page 8 continued...

HOVE PARISH CHURCH HALL (RALLI MEMORIAL) NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 10. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Net movement in funds At 31.12.24 At 1.1.24 Unrestricted fund8 General fund 5,617 (5,293 324 Restrlcted funds Propety fund 95,846 {200) 95,646 TOTAL FUNDS 101,463 (5,493 95,970 Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows.. Incoming resources Resources expended Movement in funds Unrestricted funds General fund 53,078 (58,371 15,293) Restricted fund8 Property fund (200) (200) TOTAL FUNDS 53,078 (58,5711 (5.493} Comparatlves for movement in funds Net movement in funds Transfers be￿een funds At 31.12.23 At1.1.23 Unrestricted funds General fund 9,194 13,777) 200 5,617 Restrlcted funds Property fund 96,246 (200) (200) 95,846 TOTAL FUNDS 105,440 (3,977) 101,463 Page 9 continued...

HOVE PARISH CHURCH HALL (RALLI MEMORIAL) NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 10. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued Comparative net movement in funds. included in the above are as follows.. Incoming resources Resources expended Movement in funds Unrestrlcted funds General fund 54,797 {58.574) (3,777) Restricted funds Property fund (200) (200) TOTAL FUNDS 54,797 (58,774) (3,9771 A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined position is as follows.. Net movement in funds Transfers be￿een funds At 31.12.24 At1.1.23 Unrestricted funds General fund 9,194 {9,070) 200 324 Restricted funds Property fund 96,246 (400) (200) 95,646 TOTAL FUNDS 105,440 {9.4701 95,970 A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows.. Incoming resources Resources expended Movement in funds Unrestrlcted fund8 General fund 107,875 {116,945) (9,070) Restricted funds Property fund (400) (400) TOTAL FUNDS 107,875 (117,345) (9,4701 Page 10 continued...

HOVE PARISH CHURCH HALL IRALLI MEMORIAL) NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 11. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES The PCC is the managing trustee of the Ralli Memorial Trust which owns the Church Hall. As managing trustee, the PCC appoints the Hall Committee. The accounts for the trust are prepared separately and submitted to the Charity Commission. A management charge of £36,000 was paid by the Church Hall to the PCC, shown in management fees (2023. £36,000) Page11

HOVE PARISH CHURCH HALL (RALLI MEMORIAL) DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 2024 2023 INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS Other trading activities Other receipts Investment income Bank & CBF deposit interest 60 Charitable activltles Hall lettings Parish room lettings 37,277 15,799 42,029 12,699 53,076 54,728 Total incoming resources 53,078 54,797 EXPENDITURE Charltable actlviti68 Church hall running costs Church hall maintenance Long leasehold Fixtures and fittings 47,856 7,760 200 1,931 48,197 9,520 200 57,747 57,917 Support costs Governance costs Accountsncy and legal fees 824 857 Total resources expended 58,571 58,774 Net expenditure (5,493 (3,9771 This page does not form part of the statutory financial statements Page 12