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St Ann's
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2023 Report & Accounts
of the Parochial Church
Council
St Ann's
Church
Manchester
Contents
Page 1
The Accounts for 2023
Statement of Financial Activities (SOFA)
Balance sheet as at 31st December
2023: Forewordlchurchwardens Report 2
Administrative Details
13
Notes to the Financial Statements
Accounting policies
Income
Expenditure
Fixed Assets Investment
Current Assets
Unrestricted Funds
Restricted funds
Endowment funds
Summary of unrestricted
and restricted funds
Pension Scheme
Membership of the PCC
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Appointments
15
Sunday Attendance
16
Financial review
17
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Risk Review and Reserves policy
statement of Trustees, Responsibilities 18
xiv
Independent Examiner's Report
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Foreword
Churchwardens Report
Structure, Governance and Membership
Introduction
The Parochial Church Council (PCC) is a registered charity,
number 1136159 and is constituted under the Parochial Church
Council Powers Measure (1956) as amended and Church
Representation Rules. Members of the PCC are either ex-officio
or elected by the Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM) in
accordance with the Church Representation Rules. The PCC
members during 2023 are detailed on page 14.
Throughout 2023 we have been in Vacancy, following the
departure of Canon Ashworth in November 2022 and pending
the arrival of our future Rector (see below).
On the spiritual side, we are immensely grateful to the numerous
clerics from across the Diocese who generously gave their time
to take our Services. Across the whole year, the number of
Services for which we were unable to provide a Priest was in
single figures, and we were able to offer the Eucharist at all our
10.45 Sunday Services. Particular thanks are due to our Area
Dean Rev Nick Watson, who filled many gaps himself and
suggested and often approached surtable names. and to our
Church Manager William Jeavons, who kept the diary and made
sure that all the gaps were filled and all the arrangements clear.
The most heartfelt thanks are due to our two attached Priests
Canon Alma Servant and Fr Keith Henshall, who showed great
generosty of spirit by taking the bulk of our Services and
encouraged, taught and inspired us. Their leadership and
guidance was hugely appreciated by our whole congregation.
We are pleased to be able to report that both our congregation
numbers and our finances have remained stable. Any decline in
congregation numbers was more than made up for by the
adoption of the church by (among others) a significant number of
people in their twenties and early thirties, which we have found
extremely encouraging. An appeal to the congregation by our
Treasurer and one of our Churchwardens after the Harvest
PCC Mission and Objectives
To be at the spiritual heart of the vibrant growing city of
Manchester.
To welcome all who come into our church and let them
know they are valued by God, whatever their origin and
situation.
To proclaim God's kingdom through regular reverent and
engaging acts of worship.
To attract and support new Christians, helping them to
discover and develop their faith, teaching and nurturing
that faith at every stage of their spiritual journey.
To respond to human need through loving service.
To show love for our neighbours by challenging injustice
and violence as we encounter them.
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Service reaped its own harvest and contributed greatly to our
financial stability. Our Christmas season was if anything even
more successful than ever, with a wide range of organisations
using our church for their annual celebrations, alongside our own
very popular Christmas Services. And the church has remained
in demand as a venue for concerts and occasional literary
events. Welcoming visitors to our city centre church and making
their visit as meaningful and rewarding as possible also remains a
vital part of our mission.
As part of the process of recruitment the PCC was required to
write a Parish Profile, which we found to be both a demanding
and rewarding process - a real opportunity to reflect on what
matters most to us and how we would like to see our church
developing in the future. Part of the process was redrafting our
Mission Statement, which is reproduced above. The full Parish
Profile can be found on the church's website.
our outgoing Treasurer Susan Soanes for her years of service in
this role (and many others!) and wish her every blessing in her
new church community.
We move into 2024 in a spirit of optimism. We are immensely
looking forward to welcoming our new Incumbent and are
confident that he will build on our success as a city centre church
and help us continue to grow and fvlfil our mission as
Ambassadors for Christ.
Rector Recruitment
The PCC asked Andrew Kyle and Martin Gregson - both
Churchwardens- to act as Parish Representatives, representing
the PCC throughout the process of appointment of our new
Rector. Andrew and Martin would like to thank Helen and John
Lacy and Sarah Johnston for considerable help in preparing the
Parish Profile. which was approved by the PCC at its meeting on
16 May 2023.
Following the rules currently in force in the Diocese of
Manchester, applications were invited only from clerics within the
Diocese.
Rather wonderfully, at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting we
had five candidates for four Churchwarden posts. Jennrfer Frew,
Martin Gregson, Michael Johnson and Andrew Kyle were duly
elected and Alan Green stood down. We are delighted to have
Martin joining the team. Many thanks are due to Alan for his
faithful service, including a lengthy period as Health and Safety
Officer.
Interviews were held in November 2023. The panel consisted of
the Bishop of Middleton. the Archdeacon, our Area Dean and the
two Parish Reps. We had a very strong field of candidates, and
the panel was unanimous in recommending to PCC the
appointment of Rev Adam Robertson, who combines a fresh and
lively approach to ministry- and a deep faith - with a very strong
non-clerical background in civil engineering and leadership
development.
Also, at the APCM, we were pleased to be able to appoint a new
Treasurer, John Lacy. He has made an energetic and highly
effective stsrt and is showing a real determination to make our
accounting systems more transparent and to ensure that both
PCC and the congregation are as fully informed as possible
about the state of the church's finances. We are very gratefvl to
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Rev Robertson's Installation is to take place in March 2024. We
are immensely looking forward to welcoming him.
Services
A more detailed summary appears on Page 15 of this Annual
Report. Service numbers and attendance are shared annually
with the Diocese for central static collation.
Our pattern of five weekly Services - Said Communion at 9 am
on Sunday and at 12.15 on Tuesday and Thursday. Sung
Eucharist at 10.45 on Sunday and Choral Evensong at 5 pm on
Sunday- has continued throughout the Vacancy. In addition, we
offered several Services to mark Festivals and other special
occasions, notably at Easter, during Advent and over Christmas.
As noted above, it is pleasing to report that even during the
Vacancy we managed to provide Priests or celebrants for almost
all; the very few we missed became offerings of readings and
prayers led by our Verger or one of the Churchwardens.
We have been supported by more than 20 members of the
Manchester clergy community to make sure we have continued
to provide a full calendar of services including baptisms and a
wedding.
Music
We are immensely grateful to our Director of Music Alex Rebetge
for his exceptional musical contributions to our Services, organ
recitals and other aspects of our church life, and for his
dedicated and organised approach to running our choir. He
writes:
2023 was an exciting and successfvl year for the music
department and all involved in music making. I would like to take
the opportunity to thank my Assistant Director of Music James
Hume, Organ Scholars Saul Knights and George Moloney,
Associate Organ Scholar Stephen Aldridge and all the singers of
St Ann's Choir for their engagement. It was a huge pleasure
working with you all. I would also like to thank the congregation
for the support and enthusiasm they show for all musical
activities at St Ann's.
Con
re
ation Numbers
In January the weekly organ recital series recommenced and has
been successfvlly running sin￿. We have an audience of2040
at each recital, a good start, but also a number which we would
like to increase. Each month a recital of improvised organ music,
where members of the audience can participate and decide what
melodies to base the improvisations on.
The total numbers attending Sunday worship during 2023
totalled just over 5,300.
Significantly, the average (median) numbers at each service
showed no reduction, and in some cases a slight increase over
the figures for 2022, despite St Ann's being in vacancy for the
whole of the year. This is an achievement reflecting well on both
the dedication of the congregation and the Clergy support from
throughout the Diocese. This ensured services were held and
enjoyed throughout the year.
We are also grateful to the Royal Northern College of Music for
providing excellent young musicians on the first Wednesday of
each month.
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In July we inaugurated a Bach Festival at st Ann's. This was a
week of daily recitals Gelebrating the great variety of BaGh's
Music (Organ Recital, Flute Solo, Trio Sonatas arranged for
chamber orchestra and the Art of the Fugue for piano duet). We
managed to attract 40-50 people without extensive
advertisement and hope to build on this successfvl test in 2024.
of a new Licence to operate were agreed, but this Licence
cannot be signed until all the agreed conditions are met, a
process which was always expected to take some time. At the
year-end. the conditions had not yet been fvlfilled, so we have
reserved the right to reopen proceedings should it be necessary
to do so- though we have no reason to doubt the good fatth of
the operator. When it comes into force, the Licence will be
backdated to March 2023.
After a break during the summer the choir started again in
September. During the first weeks of October, we held two sets
of auditions. Out of the 12 candidates that auditioned for the new
academic year we invited 6 to join the choir. In the weeks
running up to Christmas we gradually extended our repertoire
and sang regularly for morning Eucharist and Evensong.
Health & Safe
St Ann's is a very active church with significant numbers of
visitors as well as our own employees, volunteers and others who
use the church. The church hosts many activities such as
recitals, concerts. church fairs in addition to services and it is the
responsibility of the PCC to ensure, so far as is reasonably
practicable, that our activities are carried out safely, in accordance with
g(K)d practice and any relevant ststutory provisions where they apply.
The PCC has overall responsibility for health and safety. Our
Health and Safety Officer is Paul Starr.
As one of the major churches in Manchester the music
department is engaged in educating musicians. After Saul
Knights left St Ann s in September to continue his studies in
Music at Cambridge, we recruited George Moloney as our new
Organ Scholar, who receives weekly organ lessons alongside his
studies at University of Manchester. Having an Organ Scholar as
well as an Associate Organ Scholar is a huge privilege for us and
we would like to thank the Pilling Trust for its financial support.
For the fvture the PCC has agreed for the future to the idea of a
vocal coaching scheme, where a master s student in vocal
studies is invited to improve on their teaching abilities by offering
individual sessions for choir members. This scheme is to be
implemented byApri12024.
Annual maintenance of security, fire and electrical systems
continue to be carried out to meet our insurance policy
obligations.
The PCC will keep health and safety matters under review and
will monitor the effectiveness of its relevant policies as well as
providing any support and training required.
St Andrew's Church ard
A rather protracted legal dispute over the commercial use of the
disused churchyard of St Andrew's Ancoats was provisionally
brought to a conclusion by mediation in March 2023. The terms
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Maintenance
Safeguarding and Health & Safety Policies and develop Policies
for Complaints. Conflicts of Interest, Equality & Diversity, Use of
Social Media & Privacy, General Data Protection Regulations
(GDPR) and Emergency Procedures.
The church carries out annual maintenance of all essential
equipment including PAT testing of electrical items, fire
extinguishers, alarmlsecurity systems and gas services.
Inclusive Church
Minor works and property repairs are carried out by volunteers,
Nigel Fowler and Warren Robinson, who provide their
professional time for free. Thanks go to them for their time and
kindness.
St Ann's is a welcoming and inclusive church,
and this is obvious immediately a visitor
comes through our doors and meets any
member of our congregation, clergy, church
staff or our wonderful band of volunteers. In
November 2023 the PCC made the decision
to formally join the Inclusive Churches organisation so that this
promise of a warm welcome would be apparent to people who
have not ventured through our rather dark and heavy doors
but are looking for a safe and non-judgemental place of
worship. In taking this step we join our neighbouring churches
of Sacred Trinity. Salford and The Ascension, Hulme.
Policies
In response to recent issues within prominent charities, the
Charity Commission is increasingly expecting greater
professionalism from trustees and expects to see in all charities a
compliance and govemance framework in place. In the annual
return to the Charity Commission, charities are asked rf they have
written policies covering financial controls. reserves, complaints
handling, serious incident reporting, trustee expenses,
campaigns and political activity, bullying and harassment, risk
management, investment, safeguarding, conflicts of interest,
social media, and engaging external speakers. Whilst these
policies are not mandatory, they do reveal the Charity
Commission's thinking when considering charity govemance.
The Inclusive Churches statement below has been added to
the St Ann's website as well as a link to their website for more
information and resources. It is also on the information point at
the back of church and the logo is on our newsletter and
added to all written material.
The PCC has therefore started to review the core policies that St
Ann's is either required to have or would be wise to consider to
provide a framework in which our church can flourish.
We believe in inclusive church - a church which celebrates
and affirms every person and does not discriminate. We will
continue to challenge the church where it continues to
discriminate against people on grounds of disability.
economic power, ethnicity. gender, gender identity,
learning disability, mental health, neurodiversity. or
sexuality.
The PCC has agreed a Financial Policy and updated our
Reserves Policy considered by the Charity Commission to be
mandatory. Early in 2024 the PCC intends to review the
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We believe in a church which welcomes and serves all
people in the name of Jesus Christ; which is scripturally
faithful. which seeks to proclaim the Gospel afresh for each
generation" and which, in the power of the Holy Spirit, allows
all people to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is
the love of Jesus Christ
and Thursdays. It is actually verified by entries in the Church
Register which is kept in the vestry, and this has been
used for the section which follows, entitled "Church
attendance"
Much as this reassures us, it has been particularly heart-
warming to see the ways in which new members have
become a part of our church community. We are particularly
delighted to have more young people, and they are so friendly
and willing to join in and to help in taking collections, reading
in services, welcoming newcomers and serving tea and
coffee, and doing much more ...
Safe
uardin
at st Ann's
St Ann's has adopted the House of Bishops 'Promoting a
Safer Church, Safeguarding Policy. Accordingly, we have
procedures in place to deal promptly with safeguarding
allegations or suspicions of abuse. All safeguarding concems
or allegations against church officers will be reported to the
Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser.
Our Parish Safeguarding Officer is Andrew Kyle, a retired
teacher with 8 years, experience as a Year Head in a City
Centre Secondary School. During our Vacancy, the
alternative route for complaints has been directly to the
Diocesan Adviser. Contact details are displayed at the back of
the church.
There are many ways in which we can all join in aspects of the
community. and some of these are described in the short
reports which follow. We're always glad to have more people
helping. so please do come and contribute if you're able to! It
can be an enjoyable and happy way to make more friends.
Some Examples of Service as a Volunteer
Sides
ersons and Stewards
The Church Communi
Martin Gregson writes:
A church is a worshipping community made up of people of
different ages and backgrounds, and at different points in their
journey of Christian faith.
A dedicated team of sidespersons ensure that members of the
congregation coming to the service, particularly the 10."45 Sung
Communion, are welcomed into St Ann's and provided with the
day's service sheet. fhey will also help the service run smoothly
by guiding latecomers to seats at an appropriate time, taking up
the offering and enabling people to come to receive Communion
reverently and easily.
Since the Covid pandemic ended, it has been very
encouraging to see our Church community grow in
numbers. This is evident at all regular services: the three
services on Sundays, and the midweek services on Tuesdays
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The pool of volunteers is mainly organised into weekly teams (4
teams per month) of 3 or 4 people per weekly team. These teams
are supplemented by a number of people willing to help, if
required, at short notice. We therefore have a good number of
volunteers to cover services but are always happy to welcome
others if they wish, initially, to be added to the pool of people to
be called upon to cover absences when they happen.
and prayerfvl disGussion with the Rector. If anyone feels they
would like to become involved in either role, please speak to the
Rector.
St Ann's Events 2023
Martin Whitehouse vffites:
We are currently preparing a handbook to support the work of
sidespersons, which we expect to be available during 2024.
'Extemal events, refers to any use of the church premises by
third parties from which St Ann s receives a benefrt, from a fee
and/or refreshment sales. Both its geographical position and the
glorious interior make St Ann's an attractive venue - regular
events include concerts. book launches, caml services and
Ilming. Indeed, the church may be used, subject to availability
and negotiation, by any external organisation whose objectives
are not at odds with our own.
Readin
and Intercessions
Roy Needham writes:
There are many different ways in which members of the
congregation help our church through volunteering," in fact, the
life of the church depends upon this form of servi￿. As well as
practical ways to help, some members may feel called to offer
readings or prayers of intercession.
To take a part in our worship in these ways is indeed a blessing.
Both reading and leading intercessions in public worship are
wonderful ministries in which to share. Those that lead
intercessions have the particular privilege of enabling the rest of
the congregation to share in their offering of prayer as they give
voice to the concerns, hopes and thanksgiving of our whole
community.
The rotas for these roles are open for new volUnt￿rs, especially
from younger members of the church community. Reading
requires only fluency, confidence, and a strong voice,. though
leading intercessions is a responsibility which will require ca￿fUl
2023 was the first fvll year since 2019 which was not affected by
the COVID pandemic. It remained a challenging year for many
organisations, but happily this was not the case for St Ann s. As
with other aspects of the church's life, 2023 was a SUC￿ssful
year, both in tenns of the number and variety of events and their
financial contribution to church fvnds.
There were 40 events, including 17 in the ft>urth quarter. A
number of organisations used the church building more than
once,. we are particularly pleased to have continued to host
monthly recitals by students of the Royal Northern College of
Music. A big thank you to all who helped in making these events
successfvl. in whatever capacity.
Looking forward, we should be optimistic, but not complacent,
about similar outcomes in 2024. We will also be looking at ways
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of broadening both the range of events and the demographiG of
those attending.
The long tradition of the Manchester Whit Walks was restarted
this year, following a three-year hiatus due to the COVID
pandemic. The Walks, started originally in 1801, see both
Protestant and Catholic churches merging in a joyous, happy
ecumenical occasion supported by various congregations.
Stud Grou
s at St Ann's
Martin Gregson writes:
The Lent Group in 2023 based their studies and discussions
around "l Thirst" a book written for study by Stephen Cottrell.
the Archbishop of York. This was a challenging book thinking
around Jesus's sayings from the cross. particularly the one in
the title. We consistently attracted more than 12 people to the
group throughout the study period which were 5 mid-week
sessions before Easter, and one soon after. The book's
themes were complex, but the group engaged well with both
the book and each other, resulting in an enjoyable and
enriching experience.
On Monday 29 May 2023, groups from a number of local
churches met for the walk of witness to celebrate the birthday of
the church. Christians from across the Diocese processed from
the Cathedral through the centre of the city to St Peter's Square,
where a brief Service was held. and back again.
St Ann s was delighted to join churches across the region for the
Walks. This joyfvl occasion saw all three of St Ann s church
banners carried with pride and flying high, accompanied by the
Greenfield Brass Band. As always St Ann's brought up the rear of
the prO￿sSion, ending the Walks with a grand finale.
Later in the year, Canon Alma led a three-week course
introducing and discussing the main themes which arise in the
Gospel of St John. This was held on Sundays after the 10."45
service. Once again this was well-attended and was enjoyed
by the members who took part, as we developed our
knowledge and understanding of this complex Gospel.
Sho
Jean Casewell writes:
We have a very good range of cards for sale in church including
Birthday, Get Well, Baptism cards and many more purchased
from the Mothers Union shop. Many of the cards have been
created by Ottmar Morett and I would like to thank him for
supplying these.
The members of the groups carne from different backgrounds
in respect of age and life experience and included people
from each of the three Sunday services.
During the year we also sell Easter Cards and Christmas Cards,
advent calendars and other christmas items.
Whit Walks
Ken Halliwell writes:
On the table at the back of the church we sell Bibles, Cross-in-
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my-Pockets, and Caroline Blake s Gook book, which she has
kindly donated the proceeds of to St Ann's.
church, as I had spoken to a visitor after one of our Sunday
services who told me that she was staying in Manchester for the
weekend, but she had struggled to find a church that offered
Sunday worship in the city. Despite being an important building
in the middle of the cty, the re￿ptIoniSt at her hotel didn't know
that there was a church nearby.
Sunda
Caterin
Joan Goodwin writes:
After our 10.45 Service on a Sunday morning it is very pleasant
to have the opportunity to chat and to have tea or coffee and
biscuits in a wann and friendly atmosphere. It's also the perfect
place to make visitors feel welcome and at ease. Its such a
pleasure to provide this little service.
So I started an Instagram account (@st.anns.church.mcr) and
with each post. l use the hashtags #manchester
#manchestercitycentre and *"lovemanchester. It is hard to say
whether any visitors have found the church because of, or
despite, Instagram, but our followers are slowly increasing and
anything which increases the profile of the church has got to be
positive.
l also copy the posts over to Fa￿bOok and since September, the
followers have increased from 617 to 675.
Church Flowers
Mary Etherington writes."
Every Friday morning, with help from Paul. the flower arrangers
arrive early in church. Flowers enhance our beautiful church so
much and mark the passing seasons. Clare Toft and I have been
privileged to provide this service each week for several years
now. and also we also make particular arrangements for church
members to commemorate occasions that are special to them.
William Jeavons and James Hume contribute to our social media
presence on Facebook and X, and a special Instagram account
regarding the beautiful music at church or any musical events
(@music_stannsmanchester) is run by Alex Rebetge.
Hopefully the amazing architecture of the church building and
our supportive and loving community comes across on social
media, which may lead to a growth in our congregation, even if it
only grows by that one person who is visiting the city for the
weekend.
This has been Clare s last year as a flower arranger, and our
Rector and Churchwardens thank her for her years of dedicated
service and wonderful contribution to the beauty of the church.
Social media
Caroline Blake writes:
In addition to St Ann s main Instagram and Faceljook page, we
have started an account for the music at St Ann's which is where
we publish our musical work, advertisements and reach out to
our musical target group. Thmugh this we hope to raise
In September 2023, 1 asked the members of the PCC whether
they would agree to me opening an Instagram account for the
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awareness for the high quality of music perfonned on a weekly
basis
For the Saturday Cafe, their duties include baking cakes at home,"
serving the cake, hot buttered crumpets and tea and Goffee from
11am until 3pm,. washing up dozens and dozens of plates and
cups, while maintaining a welcoming smile. Anyone who has
worked in hospitality will know what a challenge that isl
The cafe is always busy, but is four times as busy on the day of
the Christmas fair, when the volunteers (usually led by Andrew
and Sandra) work incredibly hard, not only looking after visitors,
but also making sure that the stall holders are kept topped up
with hot drinks, which is essential as the winter wind whips
through the open doors.
A special mention has to be given to Jean, who knits delicate
baby clothes. hats and blankets throughout the year and then
sells them at the Chnstmas fair. Jean, an ex-warden who has
b￿n coming to the church Sin￿ she was a young girl, manages
to raise hundreds of pounds each year.
Sandra, too, is another talented member of the church. She not
only bakes for and serves at the cafe, but also makes delightful
Christmas cushions which are always a sell-out.
The church is incredibly grateful to all the volunteers who work
so hard in the cafe and at the Chnstmas fair. Thank youl
Lad Ann Bland Memorial Service
Joyce Burgess writes-
On Friday, 14th July, a group from St. Ann s met at St. James,
Church Didsbury to honour and to give thanks for the memory of
our Founder, Lady Ann Bland, the Lord of the Manor of
Manchester. We were honoured to be joined by the Lord Mayor
of Manchester, Cllr Donna Ludford
The bells, being rung by members of St. Ann s congregation,
were pealing joyously as we arrived in the sunshine. The short
service was led by clergy of St. James and the address given by
Canon Alma Servant. Flowers were placed on the memorial to
Lady Ann inside the church, and our prayers included gratefvl
thanks for her benefaction in building and endowing St. Ann s
Church 310 years ago.
The service was followed by lunch at the Didsbury Pub opposite.
and the occasion was convivial in every sense.
Cafe and Church Fairs
Andrew Kyle writes:
A large part of our church income derives from our Saturday
Cafe and our Christmas fair - usually held on the last Saturday in
November. Neither of these would be possible without our army
of willing volunteers who give up their precious time each week
to help raise money for the church.
Outin
s and events
Jennrfer Frew writes-
-In August, a group of twenty-five of us had a very interesting
visit to the newly refvrbished Jewish Museum in Cheetham
Hill. We made our way there after the morning Servi￿ and we
welcomed bwth a vegan lunch and then were able to look around
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the museum and to visit the former synagogue which is now a
part of the museum. We were delighted by the welcome and
kindness which we received, and were fascinated by the
information which revealed the contribution of the Jewish
Community to the history of our city in so many ways.
In October, Elizabeth Agbettoh arranged another theatre outing
for us, this time to see "Hamilton" at the Palace Theatre. Again, a
group of twenty-five took part and had beautiful seats in the
circle, and had a very happy evening. Thank you to Elizabeth.-
Thank you again to everyone who supports St Ann's and our
Christian mission in the heart of Manchester.
Jennifer Frew, Andrew Kyle. Michael Johnson, Martin
Gregson
St Ann's, Churchwardens
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Administrative Details
Addres5
StAnn's Church
St Ann Street
Manchester
M2 7LF
Telephone: 0161834 0239
Insurers
Ecclesiastical Insurance Group PLC
Beaufort House
Brunswick Road
Gloucester
GL11JZ
Website
www.stannsmanchester.com
Architect
Buttress Archttects
41 Bengal Street
Manchester
M4 6AF
Rector
Throughout 2023 the church has been in vacancy. In November Reverend
Adam Robertson was selected as our new Rector. He will be installed on
Sunday 3 March 2024.
Solicitor
Donna Myers
Diocesan Registrar
St John's House
155-163 The Rock
Bury
BL9 OND
Church Manager
William Jeavons
manager@stannsmanchester.com
Bankers
CAF Bank Limited
25 Kings Hill Avenue
Kings Hill
West Malling
Kent
ME19 4JQ
Safeguarding Co-ordinator
Andrew Kyle
safeguarding.stannsrnanchester@gmail.com
Charity Registration
St Ann's PCC is Registered Charity Number 1136159
Independent Examiner
Eric Langer, Langer & Co. Chartered Accountant ststutory Auditor
8-10 Gatley Road
Cheadle Cheshire SK8 1 PY
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Membership of the Parochial Church Council
The following members served during the year:
The Parochial Church
Council is a registered
charity no 1136159.
Clergy clergy licensed by the bishop serve 'ex-officio'.
The church has been in Vacancy during 2023
Churchwardens up to four Churchwardens are elected for
each 12-month term
Jennifer Frew
Michael Johnson
PCC members are trustees
of the charity. Its work is set
out in the Parochial Church
Powers measure 1956. PCCS
work in co-operation with
their Rector
Martin Gregson
Andrew Kyle
Deanery Synod Members Term of office 2023 -2026
Stacy Fox-manning
Martin Gregson
Andrew Kyle
In promoting in the parish
the whole mission of the
Church, pastoral,
evangelistic, social
and ecumenical"
Elected Members serving until the APCM of 2024
Sarah Johnson, Paul Starr, Martin Whitehouse
Elected Members serving until the APCM of 2025
Ken Halliwell, Helen Lacy, Alex Rebetge
Elected Members serving until the APCM of 2026
Caroline Blake, James Hume, John Lacy
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Appointments
Vice Chairman
Jennifer Frew
PCC Secretary
St Ann's is not only an
important building, but it is a
worshipping community of
Christians.
Stacy Fox-manning
PCC Treasurer
John Lacy
Electoral Roll Officer
Michael Johnson
Health & Safety Officer
Paul Starr
Safeguarding Officer
Andrew Kyle
We are grateful to be able to
gather together again.
Church Manager
William Jeavons
Bookkeeper
Alison Steadman
This year, we have seen a
welcome return to a greater
sense of normality.
Verger
Paul Campion
Director of Music
Alexander Rebetge
Assistant Director of Music
James Hume
Thank you to everyone who
has continued to give their
financial support during this
time.
Pilling Trust Organ Scholar
George Moloney
Associate Organ Scholar
Stephen Aldridge
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Sunday Attendance
The church keeps a record of attendances at services.
These graphs present total Sunday attendances over a
twelve-year period with the average annual attendance for
the three different Sunday services.
Total Annual Sunday Attendance
Over the years to 2019 were total annual attendances at
the usual Sunday services in St Ann's averaged 7.000 to
8,000. The majority of these are for the 10.45 am service
whilst the evening service and the 9.00 am Servi￿ are less
well attended.
Median Annual Sunday Attendance
The median attendance values on Sundays for each of the
last ten years show a downward trend over the last three
years. The median average value was chosen to avoid
distortion the figures with occasional very well attended
services like those running up to Christmas. The median
value represents the middle value if the congregation count
for every service that went ahead was ranked in order of
size.
Median Annual Sunday Congregation Numbers
The total aggregated service attendance dropped
massively in 2020 due to five months of not being able to
hold services in the church. It has recovered somewhat up
to the period at the end of 2023, though not yet retuming to
pre-covid times. The totsl increased by 30¥0 from 2021 to
2023. Significantly, there was no reduction in congregation
numbers during the 12 months of Vacancy in 2023.
13)
Ico
20
Annual Sunday Congregation Numbers
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
9,CilO
gam
la45am
5p
TOTAL
7XQO
Conclusions
Median figures for the total numbers and figures for the
individual Sunday services show a small increase during
2023. This measure of average numbers has been chosen
as that which ignores the very large and very small figures
at special times of the year. While the figures for individual
services are not back to the levels experienced during the
201 Os, the 2023 numbers, particularly those for Evensong,
have risen to be close to those in 2019.
6.(X)O
4,OJO
3.alo
2.100
i.ff>o
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2(Q2 2C123
lQ453m
TOTAL
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Financial review
Expenditure
Unrestricted Funds.
The PCC is responsible for overseeing the finances of the church
and making key decisions about matters which have an impact on
income and expenditure. Day-to-day business is devolved by the
PCC to the Treasurer and the Bookkeeper. by agreeing a budget
for the forthcoming year and then reviewing spending under its
budget categories in detail every few months.
Totsl expenditure for the year was £154,338 (2022:£121,580),
the increase reflecting our commitment this year to pay our
parish share (£61 k) in full (in 2022 £33,750 was paid towards
our parish share). Stsff costs of £54k reflect the return to normal
working hours.
We negotiated a fixed-price gas contract during 2021 for three
years which has protected us from the rise in energy costs
following the invasion of Ukraine. For electricity we had to renew
at market rates.
Income
Total income on unrestricted funds for the year was £154,107
(2022:£147,674). Donations have increased on 2022 by around
£1 OK: This year we received £106,427 (2022:£97,782) and
donations received in church, church boxes and candlestsnds saw
a £5K increase on 2022.
Increasing Café Refreshments and Retail costs reflect the
increase in numbers using church this year.
Restricted funds
Fundraising activities increased from 2022 £18,287 to £34,771-
fantsstic achievement reflecting a successful church fair and a
huge effort from the Saturday café team. Revenues are back to the
c£35k pre-pandemic levels.
See Page xi for Fund balances and income received. Of note,
we continue to benefit from the annual grant from The Pilling
Trust Fund for £9,300 for the Music activities in Church.
Expenditure Highlights
A giving campaign in August 2023 resulted in a generous response
and uplift in regular giving from the congregation.
Organ fund - maintenance costs of £1,027.
Music fund - £7,083 towards musician and music costs.
Land and Property fund - £11 OK for legal fees relating to the
Churchyards.
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Risk review and reserves policy
The PCC has considered key risks around the stewardship of a Grade
I listed church building, the health and safety of worshippers and
members of the public using the building and the financial challenges
associated with the economic climate and Its effect on sources of
income.
In preparing these financial statements. the trustees are required to:
Select suriable accounting policies and apply them
consistently
Observe the methods and principles in the Charities
ststement of Recommended Practice (SORP)
Make judgments and estimates that are reasonable and
prudent
State vthether applicable accounting standards have been
followed, subject to any material departures discSosed and
explained in the financial statements; and
Prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis
unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charwty will
continue in business.
Financial Reserve Policy
The PCC. in line with Charity Commission requirements. recognises
the need to have a target for free reserves to cover the following
contingencies-
1. Up to three months. PCC expenditure in a 'nomial' year
{£13000 pa). to enable the PCC'S activities to be scaled down
in a 'disaster scenario,, rounded up to £40.000.
2. Provision for forthcoming boiler and fabric needs of an
addttional £30,000.
The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records
that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial
position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial
statements comply with the Charities Act 2011 and the Charity
(Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008. They are also responsible
for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking
reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other
irregularitses.
Approved by the membets of the PCC on 2* April 2024 and signed
on their behalf by
Therefore, the PCC now assesses its reserve requirement at £70,000.
At 31st December 2023 there was a General Fund balance of £83.675
Statement of Trustees, responsibilities
The trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees. Annual
Report and the financial ststements in accordance wth applicable law
and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom
Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).
I Yrf
The law applicable to charities in England and Wales requires the
trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which
give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the
incoming resources and application of resources of the charity for that
period.
Jennifer Frew, Wice Chairman
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IEidependent Fxanifjer's È eport to tba rriesE
nn's
bers of St
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters
in connedion 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.
I report on the accounts of the Charity for the year ended 31 December 2023.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charTty trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in
accordance wtth the requirements of the Chartties Act 2011 (Yhe Act.).
2 Adfflaj Ao2t
I report in respect of my examination olthe Charyty's accounts carried OLrt under
section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying OLrt my examination I have followed all the
applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the
Act.
Eric Langer, Bsc FCA
Chartered Accountant
Independent Examiner
8-10 Gatley Road
Cheadle
Cheshire
SK8 1PY
Date:
Independent examiner's Statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my
attention in connection with the exafflination giving me cause to believe that in any
material respect:
1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by
section 130 of the Act. or the accounts do not accord wtth those records- or
2. the accounts do not accord with those record5- or
3. the accounts do not comply wwth the applicable requirements conceming
the form and content of accounts sel 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.
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Parochial Church Council of St Ann's, Manchester- STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcfiviTIES for the year ended 31st December 2023
2023
Urnestricted
2023
Restrirted
2023
2023
TOTAL
2022
Unrestrirted
2022
Restrirted
2022
Endowment
2022
TOTAL
Note
Ern%)wment
INCOME FROM
l Donors at Church
11 Outside Donors
111 FurKlrdising Activities
IV Charitable Acivttses
V Investment Income
106,427
1,425
34,771
857
265
106.692
10.725
34,771
857
97.782
17.504
1.364
9.300
99,146
26.804
18,287
5,091
11.353
9.300
5.091
9.170
147A34
10.627
154,107
3.793
13.358
14.420
167A65
2.183
12.847
TOTAL INCOME
EXPENDITURE ON
Vl Grants and Mi5si¢)n Givir
Vll Charitable Activities
Vlll Fundrdising Costs
IX Church Administration
TOTAL EXPENDITURE
25
3.399
114.655
3.424
256.925
5.068
6,975
2n392
25
2,550
31.508
2,575
145,495
(2,247J
9,815
142.270
113.987
(2,247J
9,815
1580
6,975
154,338
I￿,054
34058
NET INCOME I IEXPENDITUREI BEFORE
INVESTMENT GAINS I ILOSSESI
GAINS I ILOSSESI ON INVESTMENTS
12311
1104.6961
1104.9271
32,226
26.254
{2L211J
5,043
{43,644J
32.226
(43.644)
NET INCOME I {EXPENDITUREI
(231)
32226
(74701)
26254
1212lJJ
(38 601)
TRANSFERS BETWEEN FUNDS
NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
12311
1104.6961
32,226
172.7011
26,254
121,211)
{43.644J
138,601}
BALANCES BROUGHT FORWARD
83.996
163,275
330,385
577.656
57.742
184,486
374,029
616,257
BALAN￿ CARRIED FORWARD
83.765
58579
362.611
504.955
163275
330.385
577,656
The notes on pages iii to xiv form part of these accounts.
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Parochial Church Council of St Ann's, Manchester- BALANCE SHEET as at the year ended 31st December 2023
2023
2G23
2023
TOTAL
2022
2022
2022
Endthvment
2022
TOTAL
FIXED A55Ers
Investments
362,611
362.611
376.111
376.111
13.5CKI
330,385
330385
343W5
343885
CURRENT ASSETS
Stock
Debtors
Cash at Bank
144
13,364
232,907
246N15
144
12A40
67,512
80,4%
4,860
67.783
1.569
57,010
S8￿79
6.429
124.793
IA06
524
165,395
165?19
cRED￿oR$- due within One Year
Atcruals and other creditors
2.562
2,562
1562
iO,(KX)
12,644
OJRRENT ASSETS
70265
58579
70A96
16327S
233,771
NET ASSETS
83.765
58579
361611
504P55
163275
330,385
577,656
FUNDS
Un￿strirted
Restrirted
Endowment
83.765
83.765
58.579
362.611
,955
83.996
83396
163,275
330,385
577,656
9b
9c
58,579
163.275
362.611
362fill
330.385
330,385
83,765
5&579
163275
Approved by the Parochial Church Council
on 22 April 2024
Adam Robertson - Rector
Jennifer Frew- PCC Vice Chair
The notes on pages iii to xiv form part of these accounts.
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Parochial Church Council of St Ann's, Manchester - Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31st December 2023
1. Accounting Policies
The principal accounting policies adopted in the preparation of the financial statements are set out below and have been consistently applied throughout the year.
Basis of preparation and assessment of going concern.
The financial statements have been prepared on an accruals basis in accordance with the Church Accounting Regulations 2006 together with applicable UK accounting
standards. the Charites Act 2011 and the SORP 2015. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention except for the valuation of
investment 35sets, which are shown at market value. The financial statements include all transactions, assets and liabilities for which the PCC is responsible. They do not
include the accounts of church groups that owe their main affiliation to another body, nor those that are informal gatherings of church members.
Fund accounting
Endowment Funds are funds, the capital of which must be maintained- only income arising from investment may be used either as restricted or unrestricted funds
depending upon the purpose for which the endowment was established. Restricted Funds represent lal income from trusts or endowments which may be expended only
on those restricted activities provided in the terms of the trust or bequest, and Ib) donations or grants received for a specific purpose or invited by the PCC for a specific
purpose. The funds may only be expended on the purpose for which they were given. Any balance remaining unspent at the end of the year is carried forward as a balance
on that fund. The PCC does not normally invest separately for each fund and. when necessary, interest is apportioned to individual funds. Unrestricted Funds are general
funds which can be used for PCC ordinary purposes.
Incoming Resources
Planned giving, collections and donations are recognised when received. Tax refunds are recognised when the incoming resource to which they relate is received. Grants
and Legacies are accounted for when the PCC is legally entitled to the amounts. All other income is recognised when it is received. All income is accounted for gross.
Resources expended
Grant5 and donations are accounted for when paid over, or when awarded, if a binding obligation on the PCC exists. Amounts received and subsequently expended
specifically for mission are dealt with a5 restricted funds. The parish share is accounted forwhen payable. No provision is made for any parish share which may be
requested but is unpaid by the date the Diocese closes its records for a particular year. All other expenditure is generally recognised when it is incurred and is accounted for
gross.
Fixed Assets
Consecrated and benefice property is not included in the accounts as set out by s.10 of the Charities Act 2011. Moveable church furnishings held by the Rector and
Churchwardens on special trust for the PCC and which require a faculty for disposal are inalienable property. listed in the Church inventory. All such expenditure h35 been
written off when incurred. Administrative equipment used within the church premises is included in fixed assets if the cost exceeds £2,000 otherwise it is written off in the
year as consumables. Fixed assets are depreciated on a straight-line basis overthe estimated useful life, usually at 25% pa.
Investments
Investments are valued at market value at 31st December each year.
Stocks and work in progress
Stock is valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value.
The members are satisfied that, at the time of approving the financial statements, it is appropriate to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements.
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Parochial Church Council of St Ann's, Manchester - Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31st December 2023
2. Income
2023
2023
2023
Unrestricted Restricted Endowment
2023
Total
2022
2022
2022
Unrestricted Restricted Endowment
2022
Total
l Donors at Church
Planned Giving gift aided
Planned Giving non-Gift Aided
Other giving - Gift Aided
Other giving
Tax Recoverable
Col lections at Services
Church Boxes and Candlestands
28,272
768
13,118
25,951
10,294
10.532
17.492
106A27
28.272
31,462
762
13.662
17,077
11.316
7,767
15,736
97,782
31.462
762
14,232
17,077
12,110
7.767
15.736
99,146
13.118
25.951
10.294
10,797
17.492
106.692
570
794
265
265
1.364
11 Outside Donors
Church of England Energy Grant
Pilling Trust
Lpw VAT Scheme.
Legacies
11 Outside Donors Total
330
330
9,3(Kl
1,095
1.250
1.250
9,300
1.553
14.701
26.804
9,3LX)
9,300
1.095
1,553
14,701
17,504
1.425
9,300
10.725
9.300
*The Listed Places of Worship ILPW) VAT Scheme gives grants that cover the VAT incurred in making repairs to listed buildings in use as places of worship. The PCC receives
these funds as a reimbursement of VAT paid on eligible expenditure. Other Grants received 2023: £9630 (2022: £10,550)
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Parochial Church Council of St Ann's, Manchester - Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31st December 2023
2. Income (cont)
2023
2023
2023
Unrestricted Restricted Endowment
2023
Total
2022
2022
2022
Unrestricted Restricted Endowment
2022
Total
111 Income from fundraising activities
Recitals and Events
Café Refreshments Retail
Church Fairs
111 Income from fundraising activities Total
12.637
18,924
3.210
34.771
12,637
18.924
3.210
34.771
6,524
11.053
710
18,287
6,5Z4
11.053
710
18.287
IV Income from Charitable Activities
Facil ities Fees
Statutory Fees - weddings and funerals
IV Income from Charitable Activities Total
371
486
857
371
2,595
2,496
5.091
2,595
2.496
5.091
857
V Investment Income
Dividends - Ecclesiastical investments
V Investment Income Total
10.627
10.627
3.793
3,793
14.420
14.420
9.170
9,170
2,183
2,183
11.353
11.353
TOTAL INCOME
154.107
13.358
167,465
147.834
12.847
160,681
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Parochial Church Council of St Ann's, Manchester- Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31st December 2023
3. Expenditure
2023
Unrestricted
2023
Restricted
2023
Endcwment
2023
Totsl
2022
2022
2022
Unrestrirted Restiyrted Endowment
2022
Tot171
Vl Grdnts and Mission Giving
Pilling Scholars / music grants
Church organisations and charities
Vl Grants and Mission Giving Total
3.399
3,399
1.550
1,550
1,025
Z575
25
25
25
3.399
3.424
2.550
vtl Charitable Activities
Ministry- Parish Share
aergy- Expenses
Rectory Council Tax and expenses
Church Electricity/Gas/Water
Cleaning / hygiene
Minor Repairs / Servicing
Organ Maintenance
Choir / Music
Parish Training and Mission
Insurance
60.750
60.750
33.750
1,165
2.668
7,133
2,668
7,133
380
7,542
194
5.706
7,S42
194
5,706
1,027
717
9.185
2,316
2,219
320
79
1,027
717
2,219
320
139
8.932
1.247
8,932
1.247
Security
Church SeNices
Legal Fees
stsff Costs Wages and Salaries
Direttor of Music and assistant fees
Vll Charitsble Artivities Totsl
2,036
114
109.945
109.945
24,000
54.094
1.361
142.270
41,175
6.579
113,987
41,175
9,039
145.495
2.566
114.655
3,927
2S6,925
2,460
31.508
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Parochial Church Council of St Ann's. Manchester - Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31st December 2023
3. Expenditure (cont)
2023
2023
2023
Unrestricted Restrirted Endowme
2023
Total
2022
2022
Unrestiycted Restiyrted
2022
2022
Trtol
Endowment
Vlll Fundraising Costs
Café Refeshments and Retail
Flower Stall
Contactess Gimng / Envelope Scheme
Cost of Events inc Performing Rightsl
Vlll Fundraising Costs Total
3.347
3.347
1761
(4,731)
723
1.761
(4.731)
723
972
972
749
5.068
749
5,068
(2247)
{2 247)
Xl Church Adrninistration
Printing Stationery Postage Telephone
Computer Software Licences
Sundries
Ba nk Charges
Accountancy I Independent Examination
Xl Church Administration Total
2.078
437
2.078
437
2.609
305
2,609
305
426
426
371
6,530
9.815
371
4,034
6.975
4,034
6.975
9,815
TOTAL EXPENDITURE
154.338
118.055
272,393
121.580
34.058
155.638
4. Staff Costs
2023
2022
Wages and Salaries
Pension
National Insurance
Director of Music & Assistants Fees
50024
4070
38124
3051
3927
58021
9039
50214
The PCC ernploys a verger. Churth manager and Dire¢tor of Music. A PAYE $d￿rne is operated forthese staff. Member5 of the PCC receNe no remuneration foracbng as such. One Trustee receNes a fee for the position of Assistant
Director of Music and other music se￿iceS they provide 2023.. £4.22412022.. £4.7651. Expenses paid to the trustees in the year totslled £86412022-£1.6981. 3 trust￿ We￿ reimbursed. Due to the interregnum between Rectors in p05L
there were no Clergy expenses in 2023.12022-£1,1651. .2023 £86412022-E5331 were reimbursed to 3 trustees to pay for materials and iterns for church activities.
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Parochial Church Council of St Ann's, Manchester - Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31st December 2023
5. Fixed Asset Investments
2023
Unrestricted End(wment
2023
2023
Total
2022
2022
Unrestrirted Endowment
2022
Total
Market Value 1st January
Acquisitions
Net Gai ns / IL055es} on revaluation
Market Value 31st December
13.500
330,385
343.885
13.500
374.029
387,529
32,226
362.611
32.226
376,111
(43,644)
330.385
(43.644)
343,885
13.500
13.500
Investments are held as follows
# Units held
at year end Value Per Unit
2023
2023
Unrestricted Endowment
2023
Totsl
2022
Unrestricted
2022
Restrirted
2022
Total
National Samngs Income Bonds
CCLA Church of England Funds:
CBF Investment Fund Income Shares
COIF Investment Fund Income Shares
Income Funds Accumulation Shares
13500
13,500
13,500
13,500
7970
2260.53CKJ
19.8450
180.164
167.206
15,241
362.611
180.164
167206
15.241
376.111
164,548
152,918
12.919
330.385
164.548
152 918
12.919
343.885
8425.58
2623.78
5.8089
13.500
The PCC has charitable endowments derived from two closed registered charities, The Manchester St Ann's Educational Foundation (also known as St John's
Educational Trust) and The Charity of Eleanora Atherton. Income from the investments related to the Educational Foundation former charity are used for
educational purpose5 Within the parish and income from the investments related to the Atherton Charity are available for the general purposes of the PCC.
The PCC is also the beneficial trustee of an endowment charity deriving from two schools of former city centre parishes. This is the St Ann Ecclesiastical
Charity. The Diocesan Board of Finance has the role of Custodian Trustee.
Further details regarding the endowment funds are given in note 9c on page xi
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Parochial Church Council of St Ann's, Manchester - Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31st December 2023
6. Current Assets
2023
Unrestrirted
2023
Restricted
2023
Endowment
2023
Tota
2022
Unrestrirted
2022
Restrirted
2022
2022
Total
Endowment
Stocks
G ifts/Cards supplies
144
Debtors
Income Tax recoverable
Other Income Receivable
Total Debtors
2,576
2,284
4,860
2,576
3,853
6.429
3.561
9.279
12,840
3,561
9,803
13,364
1,569
1,569
524
524
Bank
67.783
57.010
124,793
67.512
165,395
232,907
TOTAL CURENT ASSETS
72.827
58,579
131,407
80,496
166.443
259,779
7. Liabilities - due within one year
Accruals and Deferred Income
PAYE/NI
Pension Fund
TOTAL CURRENT UABILITIES
1,963
1,963
9,341
11,985
599
2.562
599
2,562
659
10,0
659
12,644
8. Analysis of Net Assets by Fund
Fixed Assets
Current Assets
Current Liabilities
13,500
72,827
(2,562)
83,765
362,611
376,111
131,406
12,5621
504,955
13.500
80,496
(10,000)
330,385
343,885
246,415
(12, 644)
577,656
58,579
165.919
(2,644)
163.275
58,579
362,611
330.385
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Parochial Church Council of St Ann's, Manchester - Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31st December 2023
9a Unrestricted Funds
INCOME
l Donors at Church
11 Outside Donors
111 Income from fundraising activities
IV Income from Charitable Activities
V Investment Income
106,427
1,425
34,771
857
10,627
TOTAL INCOME
154.107
EXPENDITURE
Vl Grants and Mission Giving
Vll Charitable Activities
Vlll Fundraising Costs
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TOTAL EXPENDITURE
25
142,270
5,068
6.975
154.338
NET INCOME/EXPENDITURE
(231)
TRANSFERS IN / (OUT)
BALANCES BROUGHT FORWARD
83.996
BALANCES CARRIED FORWARD
83.765
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9b Restricted Funds
Choir
Support
Education &
Training
Land &
Property
Exterior
Fabric
Organ
Music
Homeless
Flowers
Heating
Decorating
Total
INCOME
l Donors at Church
11 Outside Donors
111 Income from Fundraising
Activities
IV Income from Charitable
Activities
V Investment Income
TOTAL INCOME
45
220
265
9,3
9.31XI
76
121
445
9.745
307
307
26
246
1.081
1.486
45
39
39
3,793
13,358
45
EXpEND￿uRE
Vl Grants and Mission Giving
Vll Charitable Activites
Vlll Fundraising Costs
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TOTAL EXPENDITURE
3,999
3,683
3,999
114,655
1.027
109.945
1,027
109.945
118,654
NET INCOME I
EXPENDITURE
19061
2,063
307
246
1,081
1108.4591
45
39
1105,2961
TRANSFERS IN/OUT
NETMOVEMENT IN FUNDS
19061
2.063
307
246
1.081
1108,4591
45
39
{105.2961
BALANCES BROUGHT
FORWARD
BALANCESCARRIED
FORWARD
4,544
16,719
10.817
670
5.769
11,137
110,765
1.521
1,333
163.276
18,783
li,￿4
916
6￿50
IIA25
2306
1,373
57,980
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Parochial Church Council of St Ann's, Manchester - Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31st December 2023
9c Endowment Funds
The PCC is Beneficial Trustee of an endowment charity deriving from two former city centre parishes, St Peter's and St Matthew's, which was created by a
Charity Commission Scheme in the 1990s. The object of the fund is ' furthering the religious and other charitable work in the Parish" During 2021, the
Charity Commission gave its permission for a portion of this endowment to be released to be used by the PCC for restricted purposes in relation to land and
property.
During 2020 the PCC became the beneficial owner of the assets and took over the charitable purposes relating to two former charities, The Manchester St
Ann's Educational Foundation (also known as St John's Educational Trust) and The Charity of Eleanora Atherton. The PCC undertook to preserve the value of
the charities and preserve the names within its accounts. These are endowment funds, where the capital is invested to generate income. Income from the
Educational Foundation is restricted to educational purposes within the parish and income from the Eleanora Atherton Charity is available for the general
purposes of the PCC, i.e. is unrestricted.
StAnn's
Eccesiastical
Charity
147,332
15,079
162,411
Stjohn's
Educational
Trust
Eleanora
Atherton Trust
Total
Balance at 1st January
Ga ins (Losses) on investments
Balance at 31st December
30,135
2,860
32,995
152,918
14,287
167,205
330,385
32,226
362,611
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9d Summary of Restricted and Unrestricted Funds
The General Fund represents the amounts available to the PCC to meet its ongoing obligations, based on the assumption that restricted funds and designated funds are not
available for general use. In accordance with recommended practice for charities, the PCC aims forthe General Fund to retain monies representing its financial reserve (see
page 131. The PCC now assesses its reserve requirements at £70.OCrf). At 31st December 2023 there was a General Fund balance of 83,765.
Designated Funds
From time to time the PCC receive income which is not restricted to prescribed uses but which it considers should be used for a specific project. Year-end balances are
carried forward for future projects.
Restricted Choir Support Fund
This fund was opened in 2021 to manage a donation received to support the ministry of St Ann's choir, specifically for music and the provision of equipment.
Restricted Decorating Fund
Donations and other income were received in prior periods relating specifically to decorating church and maintaining church furnishings. The balance of the fund at year
end is carried forward.
Re5trirted Education & Training Fund
Investment income from the St John's Educational Trust Endowment Fund is available to support educational projects.
Restricted Exterior Fabric fund
A legacy from the late Ruth Gee established this fund 'for the maintenance & repair of the exteriorfabrid. The balance of the fund at the end of the year is carried forward.
Restricted Flower5 Fund
Donations are received specifically towards flower costs. The balance of the fund at the end of the year is carried forward.
Restricted Heating Fund
Donations received towards the cost of heating repairs will be carried fonvard until there is sufFicient to pay for the project.
Restricted Homelessness Fund
Variou5 grants and donations are received to support homelessness projects. Any balance of the fund at the end of the year is carried forward.
Restricted Land and Property Fund
During 2021, with the approval of the Charity Commission, the PCC released funds from the Ecclesiastical Endowments to support expenditure related to land and property.
Restricted Music Fund
Donations. grants and other income is received specifically towards running costs of the choir and music services. including grants from the John Pilling Trust to fund organ
scholars and other musical activities. The balance of the fund at the end of the year is carried forward.
Restrirted Organ Fund
Donations and other income is received relating specifically to maintenance of the organ. Funds are retained for future costs of a major cleaning project.
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10 PENSION SCHEME
St Ann's PCC participate5 in the Pension Builder Scheme section of the Church Workers Pension Fund (CWPF) for lay staff. CWPF is administered by the Church of England
Pensions Board, which holds the CWPF assets separately from those of the Employer and other participating employers. The Fund has two sections:111 the Defined Benefits
Scheme, and121 the Pension Builder Scheme. which has two subsections:
a) a deferred annuity section known as Pension Builder Classic, and,
b) a cash balance section known as Pension Builder 2014.
Pension Builder Scheme
Both sections of the Pension Builder Scheme are classed as defined benefit schemes- Pension Builder Classic provides a pension. accumulated from contributions paid and
converted into a deferred annuity during employment based on terms set and reviewed by the Church of England Pensions Board from time to time. Discretionary increases
may also be added. depending on investment returns and other factors. Pension Builder 2014 is a cash balance scheme that provides a lump sum which members Use to
provide benefits at retirement. Pension contributions are recorded in an account for each member. Discretionary bonuses may be added before retirement, depending on
investment returns and other factors. The account. plus any bonuses declared is payable. unreduced, from age sixty five. There is no sub-division of assets between
employers in each section of the Pension Builder Scheme.
The scheme is considered to be a multi-employer scheme as described in Section 28 of FRS 102. This is because it is not possible to attribute the Pension Builder Scheme's
assets and liabilities to specific employers and means that contributions are accounted for as if the Scheme were a defined contribution scheme. The pensions costs on
page vi are the contributions payable (2023- £4070, 2022- £3,051).
A valuation of the Pension Builder Scheme is carried out On￿ every three years. The most recent valuation was carried out as at 31st December 2022.
For the Pension Builder Classic section, the valuation revealed a deficit of £4.8m on the ongoing assumptions used. At the most recent annual review. the Board chose to
grant a discretionary bonus of 3% followin8 improvements in the funding posltion over 2021. There is no requirement for deficit payments at the current time. For the
Pension Builder 2014 section, the valuation revealed a surplus of £5.5m on the ongoing assumptions used.
The legal structure of the scheme is such that if another employer fails, the PCC could become responsible for paying a share of the failed employerfs pension liabilities.
The actuarial valuation at 31st December 2022 specifically for St Ann's PCC. stated that the assets were greater than the estimated cost of securing the benefits and
therefore no cessation debt would have been payable to PB Classic had St Ann's Church ceased participating.
11 POST BALANCE SHEET MAThER
Mediation regarding St Andrew's churchyard has been concluded subject to faculty agreement and the issuing of a new licence for use. Rental of £15,000 pa is due from
this churchyard from March 2023 onwards but will only be realised once the license is issued which in tum can only be issued when the two faculties we have applied for
are approved by Manchester Diocesan Consistorial Court and remedial work by the tenant is complete. Any outstanding churchyard income will therefore be payable in
2024. Any further expenditure on outstanding legal fees for 2024 and beyond will be met out of churchyard rental and current funds.
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