APCM 2024 Parish of Clutton With Cameley- Reports Rector's Report 2023-24 Firstly, I would like to say how lovely it is to be a part of the church family here in Clutton, Cameley, and Temple Cloud. These past few months have meant a lot of change and getting used to new ways of doing things and you all have been so wonderfully tolerant of any teething problems throughout and have made me feel very welcome here- thank you ! In the following section, you will find out where I think we as a church need to be heading over the coming year. However, nothing is set in stone. I would love to hear from you all, as the members of this church, your ideas and your passions and together work out how we might be able to use them to grow God's kingdom here. Looking forward Our church has a long history rooted in this community. For generations, this church has been a place of worship, fellowship, and service, with faithful believers coming together to glorify God and minister to their neighbours. As we look to the future, I feel we are being called to build upon this strong foundation, renewing our commitment to loving our village and sharing the transformative message of the gospel. At the heart of this vision is a focus on families and young people. We recognise that the needs of our community are ever-evolving, and that to remain relevant and impactful, we must intentionally engage the next generation. This means creating meaningful ministries that speak to the real-life challenges facing parents, children, and youth. The Bible presents a powerful image of the church community as a family: we are 'sons and daughters, of God our Father (2 Cor. 6.18), adopted into God's family (Romans 8.15) and all who do the will of God are brothers and sisters to Jesus (Mark 3.35). With this in mind, one key initiative will be strengthening the relationships between the members of our churches across the benefice through gathering together both socially and for spiritual growth. A family is, by definition, a diverse group of people. Through relationships and the process of growing up, families include a multitude of backgrounds and ages and so I hope that we can grow the diversity of our church family by building up our Family Service ministry and our ministry to the two schools in our area - Clutton, and Cameley. Through the family service and other seasonal events targeted at families, it is my hope that we will equip mothers, fathers, grandparents and carers to fulfil their God-given role as the primary spiritual leaders in the home through an encounter with the love of Jesus and his church. Our goal is for young and old and everyone in between to grow in their faith, build meaningful relationships with those already in the church, and discover their unique gifts and callings so they might be empowered to be bold witnesses for Christ.
Alongside these family-focused efforts, l also hope we can deepen our engagement with the broader community. This will involve continuing to support the local events and activities that we are already involved in (such as the community larder and monthly meals) whilst also listening to our wider community about what they need in this ever-changing world and put things in place so that we as a church can support them. At the same time as all of this, we are committed to preserving the rich history and traditions that have defined this church for decades. The timeless truths of Scripture and the cherished spiritual disciplines of our faith will remain the foundation upon which all our new initiatives are built. I recognise that change can be difficult, and so we will approach this process with sensitivity, inviting the PCC and congregation to participate actively in discerning the path forward. Ultimately, our hope is that as we labour to love our village in tangible ways, the light of Christ will shine ever brighter, drawing people of all ages and backgrounds into a life-giving relationship with Him. May this church continue to be a beacon of hope, a fortress of faith, and a gateway to the abundant life promised in the gospel. St. Barnabas Churchwarden's report 2024 With the uncertainty of the Church following the Rectory sale, all repairs at St Barnabas have remained on hold for the past year until the future of St Barnabas is determined. Following the sale boards going up for the rettory, our hall bookings gradually all left with the uncertainty of the parking. Much of the time was dominated by ensuring that the building is in a fit state to remain open. The Churchwarden is kept busy by keeping various registers and log books up to date and laterally with all the meetings we have had with the Diocese regarding the Rectory sale. Margaret and myself continued to see and action the papenmork for Weddings and Funerals. We continue to have services on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. Thank you to everyone who works up front or behind the scenes doing all the many jobs that are needed to keep us going. Despite our current problems the Parish is still active. We keep everyone informed of Deanery Synod matters, we have an active Events committee, Pastoral Committee along with a Building Group. The terrier has been completed for St Barnabas by myself and Brian Bailey. Lynda Hooper April 2024 St Augustine Churchwarden's report 2024 As I recall and reflect on this last year in the life of our church of St Augustine's Clutton, I must say how humbled I feel to be a part of this amazing community family and to be honoured by being your church Warden.
This last year has been incredibly special with our congregation growing and coming together for the common good in both spiritual ways and creating a deep sense of belonging to our church. Everyone just mucks in and helps make all our services and time together a pleasure. I must mention the enormous amount of work effort and dedication given so freely by Rose, Lynda , Gill, Jan and Al and of course Roger without which we would be unable to manage as well as we do. The last year we started in the interregnum with retired priests and I would particularly like to thank Victor Barley, Trevor Stubbs,Derek Smith Andrew Cooper and of course our amazing worship group. In the later part of this year we have been blessed with our new priest Guy who has been extremely well received and accepted. I feel a special mention to Jan for taking on the monthly lunches, for all the help and support from her team of helpers, a huge thank you. Particularly as it worked as an outreach, being regularly attended by non-church members, but integrating so well. A special mention for Lorna who we continue to keep in our prayers and thoughts and wish her a return to full health. Finally, an absolute huge thank you to one and each of you for the enormous support I have received in this last year. With my very best wishes and prayers. Brian. St James, Cameley We have managed our six services this last year thanks to Preb. Jan Knott who has been amazing and very supportive. We had the Farmborough choir sing at St James Day service and welcomed a new organist/pianist to play at our services. We look forward to our services with Guy for the forthcoming year. We had a wedding, always a joyous occasion, especially as it was the Harris family of Cameley Lodge, who have done so much for the church and its upkeep over the years. It was wonderful to see the church at its best: full and happy. As we move into the coming year'The Friends of Cameley, are starting, yet again, the fund raising for the conservation of the Mediaeval wall paintings. This time, we will not get distracted and already we have appointed a conservator to carry out the necessary works. The friends have also helped to pay with the continuing upkeep of the fabric of the church and have dealt with a rather ancient electrical system ! The graveyard continues to be under the care of the PCC with the grass mown by Al Parkes. The friends have had work times to keep the ivy under control from the walls and the trees, helping and monitor the fabulous wild life and plants that thrive in the ancient setting. Safeguarding Report for Clutton with Cameley Churches Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. The Parish continues to follow the guidance set down in the Parish Safeguarding Handbook. It was expected that all church Volunteers/PCC Members/Tustees etc, whatever their role, would complete DBS training, Parts l and 2. This has to be completed every 3 years. This has been actioned successfully.
There have been no incidents or reports which have had to be investigated or referred on to appropriate people within child protection over the last year. Lynda Hooper and Brian Bailey (Child protection and Safeguarding Representatives) PCC chair report The parish has spent the whole of 2023-24 in vacancy but have benefytted greatly by the input and assistance given by Revd. Guy. Despite not yet being formally installed, Revd. Guy has led our services, attended PCC meetings and social events, for which we are very grateful. We hope that Guy will be formally installed by the end of the year. Guy will remain living in Farmborough and The Rectory in Temple Cloud is being sold. Unfortunately this has meant the loss of parking at St Barnabas Church and the impact of that remains to be seen. Key to Guy joining us, has been the decision of the Deanery Synod to dissolve the Benefice of Clutton with Cameley, Bishop Sutton and Stowey, and to join our parish to the existing Benefice of Farmborough, Marksbury and Stanton Prior. The dissolution of our original benefice has not yet taken place legally, but the wheels are turning, albeit slowly! I would like to thank the PCC for their unfailing support over these turbulent times. Special thanks go to our Churchwardens- Lynda & Brian, our Treasurer Roger and our Secretary Lorna, who carry out a myriad of tasks unseen to most. I must also mention the worship group who, together with Emily, have enhanced the music, made our services truly welcoming and planted the seeds of all age worship. Finally I would like to thank the congregation for their support and ensuring our visiting priests have enjoyed their visits to us. What a lovely group of people you are! Whilst l am standing down from the PCC after this APCM, I have no doubt the new members of the PCC and wardens, together with Guy, will lead the parish to great things. Rose Mays Secretarfs Report There has been a full complement of PCC members this year and PCC meetings have taken place every two months, formal minutes have been taken at each meeting. The various sub- committees have also met regularly, reporting back to the PCC and requesting PCC decisions as appropriate. All correspondence has been forwarded promptly to the Churchwardens or Treasurer, or discussed at PCC. Thank you to everyone who helps keep our parish a thriving and welcoming community. Rose Mays (on behalf of Lorna Boyd). Events Committee Events held- stall at the Coronation Fun Dayi Stall at Temple Cloud Fun Day, stall at Clutton Flower Show, Carol Service, Centenary Coffee Morning and a Quiz Night. These events raised over £IOOO for church funds and I thank our small and dedicated group. Special thanks must also go to Jan and Brian Bally for the wonderful community lunches that were served throughout the year and will recommence in May in the new venue, Clutton Village Hall. Not only did they raise an amazing amount of money, but they gave friendship and
companionship to all who attended. Serving a 3 course Christmas dinner to 40 people from the tiny kitchen in St Barnabas was truly heroic. Rose Mays Building Committee The building committee met regularly and solved many minor issues in both churches. There was no significant spend, as the committee was waiting for the outcome of the sale of The Rectory and the impact on St Barnabas. However, urgent electrical work was carried out in St Augustine's, the Fire Extinguishers were serviced and PAT Testing was carried out in both churches. St Augustine's Church had its quinquennial inspection performed and we still await the report from the architects. We do not expect anything shocking, as the architect seemed pleased with the condition of the building. We also met with our insurers who were also delighted with the care given to the upkeep of St Augustine's. Thanks go to our wardens and Treasurer for their work. Rose Mays 200 club The numbers in the club have remained steady, around 100. This has raised approximately £3200 for church funds this year. Rose Mays Bellringers Report With a much diminished band of 3 local bellringers, regular service ringing has ceased since the covid lock down. Fortunately however, we have 3 new learners, Jon, Andy and Mary, who with the help of colleagues from other towers, have allowed us to instrutt and practice on Wednesday evenings. As a result, we were able to ring as a Clutton band for the first time for the Easter morning service, and hope now to continue, when numbers allow. The bells and ropes continue to remain in good order, with frame tightening being carried out when required. We retain monies earned from weddings and visiting bands to pay for general maintenance. We were very lucky to receive help last May from 4 very experienced local ringers to join Clutton ringers Lorna and Pete, to ring a full peal of the bells to commemorate the crowning of T.M. King Charles and Queen Camilla on the coronation weekend, one of a very few towers in the area to complete a full peal. We were also able to involve our learners at the time to ring on the coronation day. Pete Rcjiyprc Tni.,-.
PARISH OF CLUTTON WITH CAMELEY Charity Number 1135065 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES- for the year ended 31st December 2023 2022 Receipts And Payments A/C COFY 2023 Total Receipts , Voluntary Receipts Planned Giving Collections Income Tax Refunds Unrestricted Restricted 8696 2839 3013 9134.00 3867.49 2096.38 15097.87 172.29 105.00 277.29 l other Voluntary Receipts Donations Roof & Loo Appeal alc TICld & Cameley PC re St J Grass Clutton PC re Carols l Larder Events , Flower Show £167.74, Quiz £712.84 lJan's Lunches £1913.49, C'mas Tree Fest'l £90 Coronation Stall £164, T/Cld Fun Day £5.9 3054.00 Harvest Lunch 15375.16 2218 6492 900, Grants 300 3835.42 24.00 7591.87 500.00 200.00 1369.99 710 353 10973 7089.42 9485.86 16575.28 Receipts From Investments & Trusts I Interest Rent- PCC Share Of Grass Keep Wayleaves Reclassification of St A Deposit a/c Endow't Investment Income 45 345 261.32 345.34 12.19 863 2770 4023 2950.91 3311.98 261.32 3573.30 ReGeipts From Church Activities & Other Sources , Hire Of Hall IWedding/Funeral Fees Etc less Diocesan Share Verger Fees 165 7485 -1803 450 -250 532 72 6651 384.00 4140.00 -1180.00 2960.00 250.ooT -150.00,, 100.00 111.23 44.80 3600.03 Shared Expenses Sundry Income 0.00 3600.03 36195 Total Receipts 26048.64 13075.13 39123.77 Payments Royal British Legion Change Ringers £15, Frds Som Chches £2 Morocco E/Quake/Libya Floods , DEC Turkey/Syria 463 57 28.00 40.00 83.00 89.29 172.29 37.00 105.00 On Activities Directly Relating To The Work Of The Church ,' Diocesan Quota 18947.04 Church Running Expenses 4521.51 Clergy Expenses I less recoveries , Phone & Broadband Cost Of Services/Ceremonies Organs & Pianos HonorarialCourses/Hospitality Building Maintenan Churchyard Mtnance & Repair , Roof/Loorrower alc i Larder Website 520 277.29 18548 2602 848 1062.05 -576.35 | 485.70 379.14 466.31 70.00 150.99 410 483 80 171 1641 6074 145.09 2712.18 6787.02 912.83 110 30967 129.20 25149.89 10557.12 35707.01 Church Mgt & Administration Postages, Printing & Stationery less recharges ,' Fundraising Expenses 70 -14 40 96 31.25 -25.20 6.05 1477.40 1483.45 0.00 1483.45 Assets Purchased 162.50 0.00 162.50 31583 Total Pa ments 26900.84 10729.41 , 37630.25
Restricted Receipts and Payments Analysis Year 2023 Living C'yard Cameley | Endow't C'yard ' C'yard Income Endowm't Martin Mem Fd Welcome Leaflets RooflLooi Tower alc Adminstrt Larder Others Bals BIFwd 514.90 0.00 9.25 7438.43 32.79 14745.51 1866.00 0.00. 573.00 5805.12 30985.00 Receipts Roof Appeal-main alc Roof alc TIC & Cameley PC Larder Investment Income Grass Keep & Wayleaves War Grave Commission DEC Turkey/Syria Appeal Harvest Collection 108.54 7591.87 108.54 7591.87 500.00 1369.99 2950.91 357.53 24.00 89.29 83.00 44060.13 500.00 1369.99 2950.91 357.53 24.00 89.29 83.00 745.29 509.25110746.87, 514.90 24.00 32.79 22445.92 1866.00 1369.99 5805.12 Payments Grass Cutting St A Grass Cuttin StJ Larder Repairslmntnance Roof/Loo/Tower Fund DEC Turkey/Syria Appeal Morocco E/Quake/Libya Floods 24.001 1 509.251 2076.00 102.93 2100.00 612.18 912.83 145.09 6787.02 89.29 83.00 912.83 145.09 6787.02 89.29 83.00 0.00 24.00 509.25 2324.02 0.00 6787.02 0.00 912.83 172.29 0.00 10729.41 Bals CIFwd 514.90 0.00 0.00 8422.85 32.79 15658.90 1866.00 see note 1 457.16 573.00 5805.12 33330.72 Memo - Paten Change Organ Fund 3.00 570.00 Note 1 Adminstrator Grant Rec'd Used 2017 Used 2018 Used 2019 Used 2020 £3,411.00 -56.81 ~766.91 -908.93 -331.161 £1347.19,Owin NB the balance of £518.81 consists of £56.81 due to the PCC for 1212017 sala l and £462 which was donated mainly b Chris Knight to ay a future Administrator if eneral funds were not available. to Bath & Wells
Statement Of Assets & Liabilities 31st December 2023 General Fund Restricted Funds 2022 Endowment Funds Total Funds 2023 Monetary Assets 35,891 Bank alc's Cheque & Deposit a/c's 4,053.46 27,525.60 5,805.12 37,384.18 35 891 4 053.46 27 525.60 5 805.12 37 384.18 Report to the trustees of Clutton with Cameley Parochial Church Council on aGGounts for the year ended 31st December 20 charity number 1135065 set out on pages 1- 3. Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to . examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act to follow the prOdureS laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and to state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of independent examiner's statement My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the trustees Conrning any such matters The procedures undertaken do not provide all the eviden 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 ststement In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention; (1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the requirements. to keep accounting records in accordan with section 130 of the Chaities Act; to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act have not been met; or (2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Signed Date c)F. l ¥- Philip Lewis. 4 Tynings Way, Clutton, Bristol. BS39 5RY Memo - analysis of RooflLoo Account Income & Expenditure Receipts Covenants 200 Club Interest Restor'n Fund Expenditure 200 Club Prizes 200 Club Overpayment repayment St A & St B Electrical Tests & Repairs St A & St B Fire Extinguisher Servicing St A Gutter Repair St A C'yd Tree Surgery St A Notice Board Replament Lightning Tests Share of 200 Club To PCC 420.00 6105.00 39.49 1027.38 7591.87 2800.00 15.00 1326.82 177.60 78.00 550.00 69.60 120.00 1650.00 6787.02 Gift Aid (PCC alc) Interest (PCC alc, 105.00 3.54 7700.41
Statement Of Assets & Liabilities 31st December 2023 General Fund Restricted Funds Endowment Funds Total Funds 2023 2022 Monetary Assets 35,891 Bank alc's Cheque & Deposit a/c's 4,053.46 27,525.60 5,805.12 37,384.18 35 891 4 053.46 27 525.60 5 805.12 37 384.18 Report to the trustees of Clutton with Cameley Parochial ChurGh Council on accounts for the year ended 31st December 20 charity number 1135065 set out on pages 1- 3. Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to . examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and to state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of independent examiner's ststement My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters The prOdureS undertaken do not provide all the eviden that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair, view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below. Independent examiner's statement In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention; (1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the requirements; to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Chaities Act; to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act have not been met; or (2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Signed Date 2 7. c)(/•, Z (é- Philip Lewis. 4 Tynings Way, Clutton, Bristol. BS39 5RY Memo - analysis of RooflLoo Account Income & Expenditure Receipts Covenants 200 Club I nterest Restor'n Fund Expenditure 200 Club Prizes 200 Club Overpayment repayment St A & St B Electrical Tests & Repairs St A & St B Fire Extinguisher Servicing St A Gutter Repair St A C'yd Tree Surgery St A Noti Board Replacement Lightning Tests Share of 200 Club To PCC 420.00 6105.00 39.49 1027.38 7591.87 2800.00 15.00 1326.82 177.60 78.00 550.00 69.60 120.00 1650.00 6787.02 Gift Aid (PCC alc) Interest (PCC alc, 105.00 3.54 7700.41