Charity number 1134816
The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of St. Peter Selsey
Report and Accounts
31 December 2024
Charity number: 1134816
Trustees' Report
The Trustees present their report and accounts for the year ended 31 December 2024.
Governing Document
The Charity is governed by the approved governing document as issued by the Church of England. Its object is the provision of pastoral service to the ecclesiastical parish.
Principal activities
The activities of the Charity are regular public worship, open to all. The provision of a sacred space for personal prayer and contemplation; pastoral work, including visiting the sick and bereaved; teaching of Christianity through sermons, courses and small groups; taking religious assemblies in schools; the promotion of Christianity through the staging of events and meetings, and the distribution of literature; promoting the whole mission of the Church through the provision of activities for senior citizens, parents, children and other groups. Supporting other charities in the UK and overseas.
Trustees
The following persons served as Trustees during the year:
Rev Andrew Wilkes Incumbent (Ex-0fficio) Sue Ripley Churchwarden Michael Formby Churchwarden Nigel Hoggarth Parish Secretary Margaret Everest Treasurer Brenda Barron Deanery Synod Representative Nick Grange-Bennett Deanery Synod Representative Janet Langford Deanery Synod Representative Mike Leclere Mary Davies Richard Porter Marcelle Turner Rose Flower Jason Walby
Review of the Year
Compared to the previous year, 2024 was a better one for St Peter’s Church. As a church community we continued to grow numerically overall and with younger people joining us. The average attendance figures continued to climb back towards those from 2019 with numbers increasing slowly throughout the year. During the year there were 18 baptisms, 7 weddings and 12 funerals, including 4 burials at Church Norton. Five candidates were Confirmed in Chichester Cathedral, one of which was also baptised. The number of funerals continued to fall – we had over 100 in 2015! This is largely due to changes in how the funeral sector operates and with more involvement by secular celebrants. In February the PCC made the decision to seek the closure of the churchyard to burials in new graves due to lack of space. The burials of children and the interment of ashes will continue for the foreseeable future. In May we were treated to a show of the Aurora Borealis which was visible to the north of the church. The month finished with a very successful Spring Fair. On 6[th] June the Rector led the D-Day Commemoration at East Beach car park which included the lighting of the beacon. On the same day a group of pilgrims from St Peter’s set out for a visit to The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham.
St Peter's Day Festival was held on Saturday 29th June and was greatly appreciated by all who attended. Once again our volunteer8 did a wonderful job. Tho following day the 10 O'clock service was led from the high altar, a rare occasion since the provision of the nave altar in 1988. In July the Rector led the annual RNLI Thanksgiving Service in the boathouse, maintaining our connectlon with the lifeboat crew and the Rector's role as Chaplain. The Rector also continued to lead school assemblles at Seal Primary Academy twice a term. The Blessing of the Animals was reintroduced as part of our Harvest Festival celebrations in October, with donations given to Brent Lodge Wildlife Hospital. Remembrance Day was marked with a poppy dlsplay on the ou£side of the Ghurch. Thi5 GaSGade of handknitted popples was a striking feature to 811 who passed by. With the addition of our Summer and Christmas Fairs it was a busy and productive year thanks to the many volunteers who give freely of thelr time and talents. The ReGtor is grateful to all who contribute to the life of St Peter's, including the clergy who assisted throughout the year - Canon David Nason, Fr Art Barron, and Fr Reji Raj-singh. Key Aims for 2025 and beyond We will build a thriving congre9ation which is truly representative of our communlty. We will increase our church family through the provision of Baptisms, Weddings, and Funerals. We will increase our Parish Share to the Diocese through increased giving and good stewardship. We will develop disciples willing to help where needed including in lay and ordained ministries. Reserrfes Pollcy Good management of a church's finances require parishes to prioritise expenditure. Payments crltlcal to activities directly relating to the work of the church, such as salaries or parish share, should not be missed in order to malnlain a pre-defined level of reserv6s. The ChL¢rch of England has recommended a reserve flgure of 2-3 months of expenditure and accordingly the reserve figure has been set at £25,000. Gift Aid declarations on regular giving and single donations and Gift Aid for small donations {GASD) are now claimed quarterly. Expenditure contlnues lo be closely monitoréd and with continued spending cutbacks we have managed to maintain reserves. Some grant applications have been successful. Fundraising initiatives continue to be actively explored, Small company provlsions This report has been prepared in accordance with the provisions in Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006 applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime. Thls r8port was approved by the PCC on 27 March 2025 and signod on its bohalf. Chairman.. Rev Andrew Wilkes Treasurer: Mrs Margaret Everest
The Parochial Church Council of The Ecclesiastical Parish of St Peter, Selsey Independent Examiner's Report
Independent examiner's report to the trustees of The Parochial Church Council of The Ecclesiastical Parish of St Peter, Selsey
Respective responsibilities of the Trustees and the Examiner
The PCC members are responsible for the prepartion of the financial statements. The PCC members consider that and audit is not required under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is our responsibility to
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Examine the financial statements under section 145 of the 2011 Act
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To follow the procedures laid down in the General directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act), and
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To state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of the Independent Examiner's Report
Our examination was carried out in accordance with the general directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the Church and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusal items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from the Trustees concerning such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a true and fair view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent Examiner's Statement
In connection with our examination, no matter has come to our attention:
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Which gives us reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements
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To keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act and
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To prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the acounting requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met or
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To which, in our opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the account to be reached.
The income, expenditure and balances carried forward for the groups are unexamined and unverified. We do not consider this to be material.
Peek & Co Chartered Certified Accountants
1st Floor 119 High Street Selsey West Sussex PO20 0QB
10 March 2025
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The Parochial Church Council of The Ecclesiastical Parish of St Peter, Selsey Statement of financial activities for the year ended 31 December 2024
| Incoming resources Voluntary income Other Voluntary Incoming Resources Incoming resources from operating activities To further the PCC's objects To generate funds Income from investments Total incoming resources Resources Expended Cost of generating funds Grants Activities directly relating to the work of the Church Church management and administration Total resources expended Net incoming/outgoing resources Gains and losses on investments Net movement in funds Balance brought forward at 1 January Balance carried forward at 31 December |
2024 £ 97,708 245 22,871 18,797 13,172 152,793 16,286 329 90,840 2,193 109,648 43,145 543 43,688 123,334 167,022 |
2023 £ 56,541 413 23,579 15,372 10,280 |
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| 106,185 | ||
| 4,940 413 94,543 1,012 |
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| 100,908 | ||
| 5,277 2,039 |
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| 7,316 116,018 |
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| 123,334 |
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The Parochial Church Council of The Ecclesiastical Parish of St Peter, Selsey Charity number: 1134816 BalanGe Sheet as at 31 December 2024 Notes 2024 2023 Fixed assets Tangible assets Investment assets 27,914 35,756 28,143 35,213 Current assets Debtors Deposit accounts Cash at bank and in hand 3.546 92,644 8,558 104,748 4,038 47,031 10,306 Credltors: amounts falllng due within one year {1,396) (1,397) Not current assets 103.352 59,978 Net assets 167,022 123,334 Funded by Designated funds Restricted funds General funds 2,282 118,967 45,773 2,282 57,469 63,583 167,022 123,334 Approved by the Psrochlal Church Council on and signed on its behalf by., Chairman Rev Andrew Wikes Treasurer Mrs Margaret Everest
The Parochial Church Council of The Ecclesiastical Parish of St Peter, Selsey Statement of Changes in Funds for the year ended 31 December 2024
| Designated Restricted funds funds £ £ At 1 January 2023 2,282 57,469 Movement in funds At 31 December 2023 2,282 57,469 At 1 January 2024 2,282 57,469 Movement in funds - Gain on revaluation of land and buildings 543 Roof restoration funds - 60,955 Total transfer from general funds for the financial year - 61,498 At 31 December 2024 2,282 118,967 |
General funds £ 56,267 7,316 63,583 63,583 43,688 (543) (60,955) (61,498) 45,773 |
Total £ 116,018 7,316 |
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| 123,334 | ||
| 123,334 43,688 - |
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| - | ||
| - | ||
| 167,022 |
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The Parochial Church Council of The Ecclesiastical Parish of St Peter, Selsey Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
1 Accounting policies
Funds
General funds represent the funds of the PCC that are not subjetc to any restrictions regarding their use and are available for application on the general purposes of the PCC. Funds designated for a particular purpose by the PCC are also unrestricted. Restricted funds are those funds which have been given to the PCC to use for specific purposes and are set out in the documentation which accompanied the funds. The accounts inclue all transactions, assets and liabilities for which the PCC is responsible for in law. They do not include the accounts of church groups that owe their affiliation to another body or those that are an informal gathering of church members.
Incoming Resources
Voluntary income
Collections are recognised when received by or on behalf of the PCC. Planned giving receivable under Gift Aid is recognised only when received. Income tax recoverable on Gift Aid donations is recognised when the income is recognised. Grants and legacies to the PCC are accounted for as soon as the PCC is notified of its legal entitlement, the amount due is quantifiable and its ultimate receipt by the PCC is reasonably certain. Funds raised by fairs, sales and magazine sales, etc. are acounted for gross.
Other income
Rental income from the Church hall and from the property in Glen Crescent is recognised when the rent is due.
Income from investments
Dividends are accounted for when due and payable. Interest entitlements are accounted for when due without accural
Resources expended
Actvities directly relating to the work of the Church
The Diocesan Parish share is accounted for when paid. The PCC has committed to pay 100% of its share although this does not create a legal liability.
Fixed assets
Consecrated property and moveable church furnishings
Consecrated and beneficed property of any kind is excluded from the accounts by Section 96(2)(a) of the Charities Act 1993. Moveable church furnishings held by the Rector and Church Wardens on Special Trust for the PCC, and which require a faculty for disposal, are accounted for as inalienable property unless consecrated. They are listed in the Church's inventory which can be inspected (at any reasonable time).
Investments
Investments, other than freehold investments, are valued at market value at 31 December each year and any gains or losses are recoded in the statement of financial activities for the year.
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The Parochial Church Council of The Ecclesiastical Parish of St Peter, Selsey Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
Current assets
Amounts owing to the PCC at 31 December are shown as debtors.
Restricted and designated funds
The PCC resolve to operate an "all one pot" system for the Church's funds. The effect is to use all funds not otherwise restricted or endowed as general funds with no distinction between the PCC's general and designated funds. All restricted amounts received are spent according to the terms of the grant.
2 Fixed assets
| Cost At 1 January 2024 At 31 December 2024 Depreciation At 1 January 2024 Charge for the year At 31 December 2024 Net book value At 31 December 2024 At 31 December 2023 Investments Cost At 1 January 2024 Revaluation At 31 December 2024 |
Church hall £ 27,000 27,000 - - - 27,000 27,000 Glen Crescent £ 11,500 - 11,500 |
Plant and machinery etc £ 10,402 10,402 9,259 229 9,488 914 1,143 Other investments £ 23,713 543 24,256 |
Total £ 37,402 |
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| 37,402 | |||
| 9,259 229 |
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| 9,488 | |||
| 27,914 | |||
| 28,143 | |||
| Total £ 35,213 543 |
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| 35,756 |
3 Investments
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The Parochial Church Council of The Ecclesiastical Parish of St Peter, Selsey Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
| 4 Debtors and prepayments Income tax recoverable Other debtors 5 Cash held on deposit CCLA investment account CAF Bank gold account CAF Bank roof restoration account 6 Cash at bank and in hand CAF Bank current account Lloyds Bank current account Cash in hand Restoration account cash in hand Cash and bank held by groups 7 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year Taxation and social security costs Other creditors |
2024 £ 1,905 1,641 2024 £ 8,065 27,609 56,970 92,644 2024 £ 2,457 5,015 42 141 903 8,558 2024 £ 50 1,346 1,396 |
2023 £ 2,397 1,641 |
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| 2023 £ 7,659 31,154 8,218 |
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| 47,031 | ||
| 2023 £ 4,145 5,216 42 - 903 |
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| 10,306 | ||
| 2023 £ 50 1,347 |
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| 1,397 |
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The Parochial Church Council of The Ecclesiastical Parish of St Peter, Selsey Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
| 8 Restricted funds At 1 January 2024 Gain on revaluation of land and buildings Roof restoration appeal funds At 31 December 2024 9 Incoming resources from donors Planned giving Gift aid donations Income tax recoverable Other planned giving Other Collections at services (open plate) Parish giving scheme Roof restoration appeal 10 Special collections 11 objectives Church hall lettings Fees Other voluntary income resources Income from operating activities to further the PCC's |
2024 £ 57,469 543 60,955 118,967 2024 £ 18,783 6,820 - 14,421 8,462 49,222 97,708 2024 £ 245 245 2024 £ 6,275 16,596 22,871 |
2023 £ 57,469 - - |
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| 57,469 | ||
| 2023 £ 27,446 6,777 4,042 3,626 2,000 12,650 |
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| 56,541 | ||
| 2023 £ 413 |
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| 413 | ||
| 2023 £ 5,121 18,458 |
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| 23,579 |
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The Parochial Church Council of The Ecclesiastical Parish of St Peter, Selsey Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
| 12 Fairs and social events income Give as you live donations 13 Income from investments Dividends Interest receivable Rental income (Glen Crescent) 14 Costs of generating income Fairs and social events expenses Glen Crescent maintenance 15 Grants Special collections paid Income from operating activities to generate funds |
2024 £ 10,802 7,995 18,797 2024 £ - 1,812 11,360 13,172 2024 £ 14,306 1,980 16,286 2024 £ 329 329 |
2023 £ 15,182 190 |
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| 15,372 | ||
| 2023 £ 648 853 8,779 |
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| 10,280 | ||
| 2023 £ 4,641 299 |
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| 4,940 | ||
| 2023 £ 413 |
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| 413 |
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The Parochial Church Council of The Ecclesiastical Parish of St Peter, Selsey Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
| 16 Diocesan Parish contribution Rectory costs Church running expenses Church maintenance costs Church hall costs Organists fees Locum fees Cost of services 17 Photocopier rental and charges Telephone Bank charges Roof restoration expenses Depreciation Church management and administration Activities directly relating to the work of the Church Ministry |
2024 £ 55,921 2,158 9,818 7,634 9,707 4,365 430 807 90,840 2024 £ 433 564 49 918 229 2,193 |
2023 £ 54,532 2,206 18,522 4,034 5,775 4,240 2,410 2,824 |
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| 94,543 | ||
| 2023 £ - 510 216 - 286 |
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| 1,012 |
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