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**St. Matthew’s Surbiton** Registered Charity Number in England: 1143978. Registered Name: The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of St Matthew’s , Surbiton in the vbenefice of the Tolworth Hook & Surbiton Team Ministry The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of St Matthew’s, Surbiton The PCC is a charity registered with the Charity Commission in England and Wales. St Matthew’s forms part of the Tolworth Hook & Surbiton Team Ministry working alongside our brothers and sisters in Christ at St George’s, Tolworth and St Paul’s, Hook. Team Rector and Vicar The Reverend Caroline Kramer (from 30th October 2024) 20A Kingsdowne Road, Surbiton KT6 6JZ ## **2024 LEADERSHIP** Members of the PCC are either ex-officio or elected at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting in accordance with the Church Representation Rules. PCC membership is for a three year term of office. It is permitted to hold the office for two consecutive periods after which it is our practice for the member to stand down in order to spread the responsibility of this position more widely amongst the congregation. The term each member is serving is indicated below. During the year the following served as members of the PCC: ## **Team Rector and Vicar of St. Matthew’s:** Revd Caroline Kramer (Instituted 30th October 2024) ## **Team Clergy** Rev Carolyn Lucas, Rev. Nicholas Lebey ## **Lay Chair** Dave Farris* ## **Churchwardens** Mr Jason Pennington Mr Dave Hill (retiring at APCM) ## **Representatives on the Deanery Synod** Mark Curzon Sheena Evans (end of term APCM) Sue Fraser ## **Treasurer** Tim Lucas ## **Secretary** Lyn Taylor Members Jessica Johnson (end of term APCM) Sue O’Hagan (end of term APCM) Niluma Ponweera (end of term APCM) Wendy Richmond (second term) Mrs Jackie Farris (second term) David Carter (first term) Dave Farris (first term) Mrs Mary Edwards (first term) Mrs Harriet Pennington (first term) Heinrich Alphons (first term) From 1st October.2023 until 30th October 2024, Dave Farris chaired the PCC . This leadership and support was exemplary We are very grateful to all those who have served as PCC members this year ## **CHURCH MEMBERSHIP** The Electoral Roll was revised as required in preparation for the APCM in April 2024. Following the revision the Roll stands at 169 names. This represents a very little change from last year, a net increase of just four people. Of the Roll, 59 people are resident within the parish of St Matthew – a little over a third - and 110 live further afield, in other Surbiton parishes and beyond. Judith Jones. Electoral Roll Officer January 2025 ## **OCCASIONAL SERVICES** The number of baptisms, marriages and funerals were as follows: Baptisms 6 Weddings 2 Funerals 24 (conducted both in our church buildings but also by a member of our ministry team elsewhere) Occasional Services present the opportunity variously to mourn, offer comfort and celebrate with those in our Parish and beyond. All of these services allow us to speak into the life of the individuals concerned and witness to our faith both in our parish and the wider society as we seek to share the love of God. Thanks to The Revds. William Allberry and Carolyn Lucas who assist the Team Rector in this important ministry and Julie Huggett the Deanery Funerals Administrator. ## **THIS TEAM MATTERS** Trusting In The Father, Honouring The Son, Serving In The Spirit Team Rector Report I officially came into post on 30th October 2024. I was pleased to see so many folk from across the Team at my Installation and Licensing Service. I inherited a Team which is used to working well together and had had a joint service in the summer of 2024. Rev Nicholas Lebey was Curate in Charge of St. George’s Tolworth and Rev Carolyn Lucas is licensed to the whole team. The Team had been given an extra stipend, meaning that each Church could have a full-time vicar, rather than one post being a curacy. This was good news. Nicholas was looking to transition to a post having completed his curacy and became the preferred candidate at St. George’s. Interviews were set for early 2025. St. Paul’s remained in interregnum and was dealing with various property ownership changes at the end of the year. They would move to a more active search in 2025. During this extended period of vacancy Rev. Carolyn Lucas agreed to be the main priest at St. Paul’s. This meant each of the clergy could focus mainly on one congregation. I have had to chair the PCC there in the absence of a Team Vicar. My aim is for us to rotate although my initial thought that I would be in either St. Paul’s or St. George’s is a little optimistic and we will establish a pattern in 2025, realizing we will have one more clergy person in post at some point. We continue to work together for Sunday evening youth provision and joint services and a joint PCC will be considered into 2025. This is a busy team and getting to know folk and all the things which go on will take a while. Team clergy aim to meet about every 3 weeks to pray together and to make sure we are communicating well. I look forward to working closely across the team and feel very fortunate to have been called to such a wonderful place. Thank you for your welcome. _Rev. Caroline Kramer_ Team Rector ## **REPORTS** ## **OFFICE HOLDER REPORTS** ## **A VIEW FROM THE VICARAGE. (and PEW)** To begin with there must be a huge thank you to Carolyn Lucas and William Allberry for taking on the task of leading the majority of the Sunday services during the church’s vacancy. With Helen’s departure in late 2023 the church rallied around and continued to offer so much to our congregation and guests. We must also thank our wonderful church wardens who lead us through the vacancy so magnificently. Jackie Farris stepped aside to become assistant warden after serving for over 3 years, and Jason Pennington took her place alongside Dave Hill. And Jason Edge lead the increasingly proficient music groups, ensuring the quality of sung worship continued to grow. The church and the PCC began the year working hard to create the Parish Profile document that would be the document that prospective ministers would see to decide if St. Matthew’s was where God was calling them to be. The inclusive process meant that all was in place to advertise in line with the Diocese requirements, and so we were fully prepared for the interview process in June. A truly magnificent team effort that ultimately lead to the Appointment of Revd Caroline Kramer. During 2024 the church continued to offer social activities to all including a board games event; a church heritage open day and a country dance night, bringing together all ages within the church and community. Maintenance on the church building and gardens was done by many volunteers on set days and a on occasions when it was more urgently required; and we finished removing the carpet tiles from the floor oat the rear of the church in readiness to move forward with managing this area. The church held a’ regular giving review’ day, ‘soft TRIO (the responsibility is ours) and successfully increased regular giving to cover increasing running costs. Our motto verse for 2024 reflected that the church was in vacancy and that we were all part of one church – 1 Corinthians 12: v 27. Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it. In May we held a very successful weekend away event at the DeVere hotel, East Horsley with Peter Graystone as our speaker. _Dave Farris_ Following my service of Installation and Induction on 30th October I began working. We instigated Morning Prayer on five days of the week. Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday with me and Wednesday with Rev. William Allberry. We started in the church but as temperatures dropped, we moved into the Chapel which has an independent heating source and gets warm fast. These 9am services always have parishioners in attendance in addition to the clergy and, not infrequently, swell to six or eight people our of a pool of a dozen or more regular attendees. I decided my day off would be Thursday, which threw a minor spanner in the works but this means that the once monthly double day which we now get can be Thursday and Friday which leaves Saturday as a workday. Useful for meeting with people who work during the week. St. Matthews is a wonderfully open and friendly church and even in the couple of months of 2024 included in this report I learned that there are many hard working people who keep everything going – from cleaning toilets to singing, from sound systems to folding papers. Thank you to each and every one of you. There is always a lot to learn in a new post and I spent the first few weeks trying to acclimatize to the culture at St. Matthews. This was not helped, at all, by getting fairly severely unwell with one of the legion of bugs which was around which left me feeling depleted until well into 2025. Christmas sermons and services were “sotto voce” but not out of choice, I simply could not speak. Someone very sensibly counselled me to show up just before the services and leave as soon as I could afterwards to save what little voice I had. I ended up feeling lucky that I had been able to be there at all, although disappointed that I was far from the lively at such a key time of year. The Bereavement Service had already been planned long before my arrival and took place on the first Prayers left at Blue Christmas Sunday of November. We introduced a Blue Christmas/Longest Night service in December which was well attended. The Christmas Services were also well attended. Especial thanks to Dave Farris for the Christingle and Jason Edge and his team of musicians for the Carol Service. My first few weeks included several PCC meetings across the team. St. George's, Tolworth was in the process of putting together their profile and working towards interviewing Rev. Nicholas Lebey to move from being “Curate in Charge” to “Team Vicar.” St. Paul's Hook was also putting together a profile and I will chair their PCC until we get a Team Vicar in there. Rev. Carolyn Lucas agreed to take the lead in terms of day to day presence and Sunday worship at St. Paul's. I am very grateful for her leadership. a bout of flu at the end of the year slowed my down and led to a very “sotto voce” first Christmas. A final thank-you to everyone who worked so hard before I came and to get me here. I have inherited a post which has been loved and am priviledged to be in a church with a bunch of great folk who love God and know that God loves them. _Rev. Caroline Kramer_ **TREASURER’S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024.** In 2024, there was a surplus of £7,839 on unrestricted funds and a deficit of £579 on restricted funds. Consequently, unrestricted funds increased to £913,725 (of which £680,00 is represented by the property in Ellerton Road) and restricted funds reduced to £27,961. ## Income Total unrestricted income was £184,125 in 2024 and restricted income £3,257, giving a total of £187,382 (2023 £219,231). The decrease from 2023 to 2024 was primarily due to there being no legacy receipts in 2024 (2023 £48,088). This was partially offset by increased giving (up 7% including gift aid reclaims), increased income from church lettings (up from £1,642 in 2023 to £4,295 in 2024) and interest earned (up from £7,195 in 2023 to £9,429 in 2024). Receipts from church events were also higher due to the weekend away in 2024 (up from £969 in 2023 to £4,821 in 2024). ## Expenditure Total expenditure on the unrestricted funds was £176,286in 2024 and on restricted funds £3,836, a total of £180,122 (2023 £172,978). Several different factors were behind the increase including expenditure on the weekend away (£4,733 in 2024 v £NIL in 2023), expenditure on the diocesan parish share (£86,300 in 2024 v £83,500 in 2023) and expenditure on music (£8,858 in 2024 v £6,570 in 2023. This was because the Director of Music was paid a more realistic salary than his predecessor). There was also substantial expenditure on the recruitment and installation of the new rector, which is reflected in the increase in the “other” category of expenditure (£7,213 in 2024 v £3,616 in 2023) as well as an increase in gas, electricity and water (£16,497 in 2024 v £14,180 in 2023). These increases were partly offset by a reduction in expenditure on major works and repairs (£NIL in 2024 v £11,928 in 2023) and insurance (£13,038 in 2024 v £15,716 in 2023). Transfers between Funds There were no transfers between funds in 2024. ## Balance Sheet The primary assets as at the end of 2023 were the property in Ellerton Road which was valued at £680,000 (2023 £680,000) and £263,824 (2023 £244,455) in cash and short term deposits. ## Free Reserves Free reserves (ie the reserves of the unrestricted funds net of fixed assets) amounted to £232,140 at 31st December 2024 (2023 £222,715). This continues to be in excess of the minimum required by the reserves policy. _Tim Lucas_ ## **CHURCHWARDENS’ FABRIC REPORT** Firstly our heartfelt thanks go out to all who have helped the church in the past year. Many volunteers give their time and energy in the maintenance & upkeep of the fabric of our building and grounds. To those who hoover, clean, tend the gardens and the many other things which get carried out silently and without wider recognition - thank you. This culture of selfless giving makes our church the welcoming and hospitable place it is. As a contributor myself, I can honestly say how much it has helped my own faith journey and also has significantly contributed to my own personal sense of fulfilment. If you do not currently volunteer for anything, I do urge you to look at what you would enjoy doing for others, however small. Giving in this way is not meant to be a ‘chore’ but to be an active way God uses our skills and the activities we already enjoy doing. Over the previous year there have been many hands tending the garden and generally keeping it tidy and under control. Our thanks go out to Sheena, who rallies the troops in the garden, and who has put great energy into ensuring our outside areas are well looked after. There has also been a big effort in the preparation of a potential ‘community garden’ and we are still examining the ways in which this could work safely and communally. The new ‘Italian garden’, to the left of our entrance, has had attractive white shingle laid down and our partners at ‘Monumental Masons’ recently repaired the ‘coping stones’. They have repointed the wall with our neighbour, where it was crumbling, ensuring it was safe and looking its best (pic). In the Autumn we decided that with so many young children attending our creche needed some re-organisation, so a small team of volunteers came on a Saturday and emptied, sorted and cleaned the creche. The carpet and general area were cleaned making it a much more pleasant environment for the toddlers and their parents. In echoes of the wonderful BBC ‘Sort your Life Out’ programme, excess items were donated to charity or recycled. The PCC are currently considering the options for the floor at the back of the church, and it is hoped that in the coming year we will be able to make the church entrance much more inviting for those who come. With the new regular morning prayer services, repairs were made to the tapestry hangings and a new altar set up in the Chapel. It is also hoped that the carpet in this space will be replaced within the next year. _Jason Pennington_ ## **SAFEGUARDING** Throughout 2024 the two Parish Safeguarding Officers, Susan Fraser and Heather Cummins have continued to ‘promote a safer church ‘ in line with the Diocese Safeguarding Policy. All new volunteers have completed DBS checks and safeguarding training. We have ensured that DBS checks are renewed 3 yearly and have encouraged volunteers to update their safeguarding training as required. Safeguarding is the responsibility of the whole church, therefore safeguarding awareness and advice is publicised in the church and on the parish website. Safeguarding continues to be an item on every PCC meeting throughout the year. The Safeguarding policies were updated and approved by the PCC in September. The Makin review was published in November which looked at the failures of safeguarding within the Church of England and highlighted the need for best safeguarding practice within churches. The Diocese Safeguarding team provided extra support for the parish if needed. The Annual Diocese Safeguarding audit is due to be completed in February 2025. Heather Cummins has now moved out of the area and we thank her for all her hard work during the year. We are looking for someone to replace her role as Parish Safeguarding Officer. _Sue Fraser_ ## **MINISTRY REPORTS** ## **PASTORAL TEAM AND BEREAVEMENT FRIENDLY CHURCH** The Pastoral team continues to meet every three months to discuss the needs of the church family and to decide on plans of action. In between meetings we are in regular contact by email and WhatsApp to share concerns and prayer requests. Those of our church family who are no longer able to attend church are supported by visits and offered Holy Communion in the home. A service of Holy Communion is taken each month at four of the care homes in the area. We are in the process of discussing further ways in which we can offer pastoral support, through developing a prayer ministry and also supporting carers in our community. We continue to focus on being a Bereavement Friendly Church. Our annual service of Remembering and Thanking was held 3rd November and was attended by those in the parish who have suffered the loss of a loved one. On 21st December (the longest night) we held a Blue Christmas service for anyone, who for whatever reason was finding the Christmas season a particularly difficult and sad time. Many of those who came expressed their appreciation that their sadness was acknowledged. We continue to run The Bereavement Journey course twice a year. Both church members and those from the wider community are welcome to take part. We have been encouraged by the positive feedback from participants who have completed the course. Many say that the course has given them an understanding of the grief journey and has given them hope that in time they will be able to rebuild their lives and know happiness again. A Bereavement Walking Group and a Bereavement Support Group, both held monthly, are open to members of both the church and the wider community. These events have provided much needed sources of help and support for those living with the pain of grief. _Susan Kang_ ## **ECO CHURCH** This report relates to the five Eco Church subject areas as follows: Within **teaching and worship** , the Climate Emergency theme is always present in our prayers, and we have usually have two services each year dedicated to this subject. In 2024 there was only one, when on 2 June Andy Atkins, chief executive of A Rocha, the Eco Church parent charity, preached to both congregations. Our children’s and youth groups are fully involved. We maintained the economical lighting and heating of our **building.** We continued to encourage **Lifestyle** changes through weekly Ecotips, while any food and drink bought for the church was where possible fairtrade and organic, office supplies were recycled and cleaning materials non-toxic. We continued to increase the biodiversity of our **land,** checking progress through the annual Churches Count for Nature event in June. With magnificent help from the girls of Surbiton High School in July, we tackled the major task of clearing the brambles behind the church, building another bug house there and painting with wood preservative the fence and benches. Regular volunteers, including some from the neighbourhood rather than the congregation, have almost finished ensuring that the brambles and ivy do not recur, as well as working all year round routine maintenance task. Under **community and global engagement** , we liaised with St Matthew’s school on environmental matters, took part in the very successful Lent Walk focused on climate change organised by the Diocese, gave to charities like A Rocha, and contributed to the Kingston Biodiversity Partnership, launched in September 2023 under the auspices of the local authority. _Sheena Evans_ ## **MUSIC AND ST MATTHEW’S CHOIR** 2024 has been a dynamic year for musical life at St Matthew’s and our ministry continues to flourish, thanks to the love, warmth, enthusiasm, and commitment of our dedicated choir and band members. I am also especially grateful to Nigel, Hazel, and Sue who are so generous in giving their time and skills to cover services in church and/or in the community. A major highlight has been the launch of our new community choir, Sing at St Matthew’s. With over 40 on its mailing list and more than 30 singers participating each month, the group draws in singers from neighbouring churches as well as those who don’t currently sing elsewhere. Its flexible, drop-in format complements the excellent work of our regular choir and band at our weekly services. We also staged The Big Sing—a spirited concert that showcased our community’s vocal talent, and enjoyed a superb concert from Trio Lavolta. Our joint Evensong at Salisbury Cathedral with the choirs of St Andrew’s and St Mark’s was another milestone. Thanks to our ‘Super’ Choir and the Sing at St Matthew’s group, we have been well placed to field an extended choir for several major services, like the Licensing Service in October for our new Team Rector, Rev’d Caroline Kramer (herself an experienced singer!). I’m also pleased to be in a position to nurture a musical connection with our church primary school, rehearsing with them and playing at their termly services. Last year, I also accompanied the Year 6 production based on Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at the cornerHOUSE Community Centre (to a sell-out audience!)—another reminder of how music brings our community together. Our musical life is going from strength to strength, and I look forward to building on this as we approach our 150th anniversary in 2025, when there will be even more opportunities for music in our community! _Jason Edge. Director of Music_ ## **DISCIPLESHIP & MINISTRY TEAM** The purpose of the Discipleship and Ministry Team is to enable the better equipping of our congregation to live out our faith in our everyday lives, and to deepen our relationship with God as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. In a nutshell, being a Christian 7 Whole Days. The early part of the year was dominated by the launch of our Motto Verse “Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it”, encapsulating inclusivity in the context of the Vacancy, the church as one body but many parts, all suffering or rejoicing together, each doing our own part according to our skills and abilities. In May, we had our bi-annual Away Weekend. Our guest speaker through the whole weekend was Peter Graystone during which he talked about Meeting Jesus. Peter examined the stories of six people who met Jesus two thousand years ago and asked us to consider what it means to meet Jesus in our everyday lives today, and how we can catch sight of him in some unexpected places. In the middle of the year, we focused on trying to learn ways to spend more time listening to God. Adam Heather (Pastor of Emmaus Road Church in Guildford (the hub of Pete Greig’s 24-7 Prayer Movement)) gave us a fascinating talk of his own experiences in this field, honestly answered many difficult questions, and talked about how he and we can try to enrich our prayer life by having conversations with God. Other activities during the year were based around trying to increase the involvement of the children and young people groups in the everyday life of the church, improving the environment around the Prayer Corner and its usage, and encouraging Housegroups to lead church services during the Vacancy. Being part of the team is a rewarding experience in equipping ourselves and others to live out our faith in our daily lives and deepen our relationship with God. If you would like to join us, please feel free to ask for more information from Caroline Kramer, David Itcovitz or any member of the team. _David Itcovitz_ ## **REPORT ON DEANERY SYNOD** The Deanery Synod had three meetings this year. In February we considered at length the close faith and social links that have been built up between our host church, St James New Malden, and the local Korean community. For the first time in the UK, some Anglican services at St James’s were being offered in Korean under a scheme known as the “Diocesan Improvement Plan” grants would be made available to improve services for young people within the deanery. Feedback was sought from those present on ideas for which these grants might be used. At our June meeting at St John the Evangelist Kingston we were advised that a new deanery body was being formed as a follow up to the young persons service initiative from our previous meeting. In recent years St John’s has been used as a drop in centre run by Refugee Action Kingston. Offering a variety of services including free English classes, help with navigating the health service, and an after school programme for children. A place of safety and sanctuary which welcomed all faiths and none, allowing people to forget their traumas. They are signposted to different groups and given the opportunity to meet British people.Out of 1,500 clients supported by RBK, 300 had attended the drop-in at St John’s. Our October Synod gathering at St Paul’s Hook included an overview of THiS team ministry structure, history and aims. THiS team are looking forward to the arrival of the Revd Caroline Kramer, whose induction as St Matthew’s vicar and THiS team rector will be at St Matthew’s on 30th October A recent Deanery Synod by-election has addressed the perceived need for greater diversity within our clergy and laity reps sitting on the Diocesan Synod. The key note speaker was Revd Charlie Lamont, our Diocesan Dean of Revitalisation. Charlie described his job within the team as “remissioning”. Helping parishes to adopt fresh, innovative and adaptable approaches to mission and new ways of attracting people to church. All Saints Kingston has been designated a “hub church” under the recently created diocesan youth investment programme and are planning to use choirs as a vehicle for growth by recruiting choral trainers. A relationship is being developed with local primary schools to form a junior choir, holding a concert in church each term.This could be shared with other churches as a resource. _Mark Curzon_ ## **CHILDREN’S GROUPS** ## Scramblers In 2024, we rebranded ourselves back to “Scramblers” after a few years as “Scrimblers”. We found that "Scramblers" is easier to say and is more meaningful. Our group has continued to grow, welcoming many new smiles throughout the year. We began the year exploring Old Testament stories such as David & Goliath and the walls of Jericho. In the spring, we explored Jesus’ parables, and in the autumn, we discussed each of the Fruits of the Spirit and what they meant for our lives today. Joint activities across all children’s groups, including the Summer Party and the Nativity service, were thoroughly enjoyed by our Scramblers. They continue to bring joy to our community and help us see the world and Jesus’ teachings in a new light. _Wendy Richmond_ ## Pathfinders Pathfinders are a small, supportive group of mainly year 7’s and 8’s with one leader and an additional adult. We have been using Scripture Union’s ‘The Grid’ since September. We are enjoying the varied material and have delved into Bible stories from creation to King David so far. We are looking forward to discovering more through the year. _Sue O’Hagan_ ## Explorers 2024 got off to a great start for Explorers with our inaugural Inter-church Stroll in January to mark Week of Christian Unity. We enjoyed visiting Christ Church Surbiton Hill and New Life Baptist Church, bringing them messages of Christian greeting. We then covered the period up to Easter by investigating special days and seasons in the Church calendarCandlemas, Jesus's Temptation in the Wilderness, Women's World Day of Prayer and Palm Sunday. In the summer, we spent some time reflecting on the Hebrews' journey to the Promised Land by erecting and decorating a 'tabernacle' in the garden. In the autumn we examined a selection of Jesus's ethical teaching and then reflected on what, from a Christian perspective, it means to be human, including freedom, possessing unconditional value and the experience of temptation. The Explorers continue to amaze us with their thoughtfulness, cheerfulness and support of one another. _Stuart Bachelor_ ## **CHILDREN’S GROUPS (cont.)** ## **Fuel & Ignite** Fuel and Ignite youth groups meet once a month during term time for an hour on a Sunday evening in St Matthews church. We offer a chance for the young people from all the churches in THiS team to come together, play games, have fun and think about faith and what it might mean for them. Fuel is aimed at year groups 6 – 10 and Ignite 10 – 13. Fuel attendance numbers vary but average around 10 per session. In September we welcomed new members from year 6. We have representation from all three churches in THiS team and it’s lovely watching the young people getting to know one another and forming friendships across the team. In April Wendy Richmond joined the leadership team and it’s been great to have her on the team (especially her crafting skills!) From January to July Ignite was led by Michael Novotny (St Matthews youth worker) and Ashleigh from St Matthews congregation. In June we said a fond farewell to these two leaders and now the older young people are supported by Simon. Attendance numbers at Ignite have been low and we are now thinking about alternative ways to engage our older youth (any ideas welcome!) Please pray for Fuel and Ignite, our young people and our leaders _Simon Rowe, Wendy Richmond and Becky Whiting._ ## **OTHER CHURCH GROUPS** ## **Delta Homegroup** Delta Housegroup meets on Thursday evenings between 7.30pm and 9.30pm currently at David Itcovitz’s house but it varies. At present there are seven members in our group. Each week we start with coffee and a chat, catching up on each other’s news – this is an integral part of our Housegroup as it’s a time when we share our successes, joys, challenges and worries, and so we can pray for each other during the week. We then start with prayer followed by the use of study guides to read and discuss parts of the Bible. This year, we have studied James (“Faith That Works”), a Lent Study (“Generosity”), Guidance and God’s Will (“Trust God to Lead”), and a study on various Old Testament Characters. We also together led a Morning Prayer service in July. If you don’t already belong to a housegroup do think about joining us or one of the others, as it is a brilliant way to learn more about your faith, yourself and to get spiritual support to see you through the week. _David Itcovitz_ ## **Inspire Homegroup** Inspire continues to meet on a weekly basis, and has eleven members on its roster. It is rare, however, that all eleven are able to attend together as other demands on time nibble away at individuals' availability. The Group remains valued by all, with its mix of fellowship, study, discussion and sharing. We are all on a journey and it is good to be supportive of each other as we move forward. Meeting on a Monday gives us a good opportunity to discuss the previous day's services, and to review the readings and sermons. We also use a variety of study materials to help us along. We are sharing leadership amongst members, which is a great way of building confidence and skills, and continue to meet in members' houses, and occasionally the Sitzler Room. _Ian Davies_ ## **Sigma Homegroup** The Sigma house group is named after the Greek symbol for 'the sum of' and reflects that we are diverse, yet come together for a single purpose. The group is hosted by Dave & Jackie Farris. The group have gathered on Thursday nights since the beginning of June 2017 and studied many differing aspects of the Bible, as well as having social evenings that naturally involved food. We meet in blocks of 4 weeks with a break of 4 weeks which has worked well. We look forward to 2025 and the learning that we will encounter. _Dave Farris_ ## **OTHER CHURCH GROUPS cont Brunch Bunch** Brunch Bunch continues to meet in the Sitzler room at church on Monday morning. As 2024 came round we were in the final stages of a study on Acts, following the travels of Paul spreading the Gospel throughout the Roman world. Liking to alternate Old and New Testaments in our studies we then started a series on the Psalms, looking at some of the varied voices – of fear, of praise, of anguish of the Psalmist. Our Lent Course - Surprised by Generosity – saw leadership shared with members of the group. In June we rejoined Paul, this time via his first letter to the Corinthians (whence our motto verse for 2024), and then John’s Gospel, looking at the ”I am” sayings of Christ which took us to the end of the year. Alongside our bible study activity we have worked together to lead a service during the interregnum (something that doesn’t come naturally to many of us, but we all pulled together), and managed a trip for lunch at Squires before Christmas. We stopped as traditional with a feast of Christmas goodies and an invitation from the community choir which also meets in the Church on Monday morning for some carol singing at Christmas. _Judith Jones_ ## **Beta Homegroup** The Beta Homegroup meets every Wednesday evening, with a regular attendance of about eight members. We explore a variety of topics throughout the year, including a Lent course each March, which is open to people from our church and others. In June, we led one of the church services. We find courses with engaging videos or CD commentaries particularly enjoyable. In 2024, we covered several interesting topics, including: **Surprised by Generosity -** a seven-week course looking at God’s generosity to us and our call to live generously in return. **The Chosen** We watched Seasons 1 and 2 of this Christian historical drama television series. Primarily set in Judaea and Galilee in the 1st century, the series centres on Jesus and the people who met and followed him. It has given us a new look at the early ministry of Christ which is very thought-provoking and highly recommended. https://watch.thechosen.tv/ **Preparing for Christmas** - An Advent course from Richard Rohr. We typically attract one or two new members each year, so do reach out to us and come along! _Nigel Palmer_ ## **OTHER CHURCH GROUPS cont SMArties Craft Group** Smarties have had a good year. We’re working on embroideries for a banner for the church’s 150th anniversary in 2025. It will show things the golden cockerel has seen from the top of our spire over the years! We aren’t able to get to see exhibitions so easily now but have had outings to the cafe by Alexandra Park. Please join us for a cuppa any Thursday morning. Visitors or new members always welcome. _Gill Davies_ ## **OTHER REPORTS** ## **ST MATTHEW’S C OF E PRIMARY SCHOOL** Believing, Achieving, Succeeding An incredible amount has been achieved since the beginning of September. We welcomed a new cohort of Reception pupils (from 18 different nurseries) and their families who have settled in well. We have continued to improve our grounds with the start of our ‘Orchard’ project. The Kingston Edible Forest kindly donated eleven fruit trees to the school and, alongside the Gardening and ECO schools’ groups, we have put in place a long-term management plan of the trees, as well as working with the OPAL working party to ensure that the orchard is incorporated sensitively into our landscape for play. We have had a successful OFSTED inspection and we have had a wonderful new vicar, Caroline Kramer, join us who has already become very much part of our vibrant and joyful school life. We are grateful to our dedicated and stable staff team, supportive parents and carers, governing body and the wider community for all their care, enabling us to live out our vision of ‘ **our whole school community to live life in all its fullness.’** _Pam Dryden Head Teacher_ ## **THE CORNERHOUSE COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE** The cornerHOUSE has concluded another successful year with the premises increasingly in demand for public events, and private workshops and classes alike. There is a healthy balance between use by external hirers and activities which the cornerHOUSE runs itself. Thus hirers bring, for example, top quality comedy and folk music to the building, whilst the cornerHOUSE devises pantos, runs creative workshops, film club, and much more. The centre is busy most days of the year, and this busyness alongside an operating model which plays close attention to finances, means that the centre is able to run without reliance on grants. Costs are kept under control as much of the work in running the place is done by volunteers. However it is increasingly clear that there is not an assured supply of volunteers to run all the events which are proposed. And no one will be surprised to learn that unavoidable costs are soaring. So whist the centre is very active, care is going to be needed in the near future to ensure that it can continue to run smoothly. The centre is grateful to St Matthew's for continuing to make its hall available for this community focused project. _Ian Davies_ ## **1ST TOLWORTH (ST MATTHEW’S) SCOUT GROUP** 1st Tolworth (St Matthew’s) Scout Group Our Scout, Cub Scout and Beaver Scout sections have again had the opportunity to take part in the yearly programmes, meeting face to face going to camps, sleepovers, expeditions, outings, District and National competitions, all this and also fitting in the normal weekly meetings, offering fun, excitement and skills for life to our young members. Again, this year has seen a change in our Cub leadership. Due to work commitments our Cub Leader and Assistant Leader had to stand down. Our Cubs are currently being run by our Scout Troop Leader and Group Lead Volunteer, assisted by two of the Young Leaders from Atlas Explorer Scout Unit and some parents on a parent help group. If you are an ex scout who would like to help please contact us, or if you just want to be involved please contact gsl@1sttolworthscouts.org.uk Our Beaver Colony has thrived under its new leader, ably supported by dedicated assistant leader and Young Leaders from Atlas (Explorer Scout Unit) and currently there is a waiting list to join. The Beavers and Cubs have as always have been busy working on earning their challenge badges; these challenges are not always straightforward and easy but they are the building blocks for life. The Scouts were also working on gaining challenge badges, which as a Scout lead up to earning and being awarded the Chief Scout Gold Award, we are pleased that this year one of our Scouts has achieved this award. The Scout Troop Summer Camp this year was to join others from across the County for “Camp Auk” at Braggers Wood. In all, there were nearly 200 on site – 70 from Sweden, 20 from France, the rest from Greater London South West. It was a different sort of camp, but enjoyable. They had a busy week with Cycling in the New Forest, an Incident Hike, Water Activities including Raft-Building, Paddle-Boarding, Canoeing and High & High Ropes Courses plus the Tree-Top Trail then a visit to Brownsea Island. We were able to hold our St. Georges day service again. As you know this is the day when all Scouts renew their Scout promise. And we are so grateful to St Matthew’s for allowing us to hold this very special day in the Church. Our November Fayre, again held at the Surbiton British Legion and opened by the Mayor of Kingston, was another success and funds raised help keep the monthly subs at a low level, much needed in the current financial climate. The Group had a good attendance at the Surbiton War Memorial Remembrance Service. As a group we are stable and will continue to offer fun, learning and those important skills for life for the young people in our area. We are and will proudly always be 1st Tolworth (St. Matthew’s) Scout Group. _Martin Smith Chairman Board of Trustees._ _1st Tolworth (St. Matthew’s) Scout Group_ ## **CHILDREN’S SOCIETY REPORT** The Children's Society is a United Kingdom national children's charity allied to the Church of England, working to transform the hopes and happiness of young people facing abuse, exploitation and neglect. The Society supports the many that are facing the most serious of life challenges. They need help to face a level of threat at previously unseen levels while there are ever increasing pressures on families. The ongoing cost of living crisis has resulted in fund raising to meet charitable needs being significantly reduced and the move towards a cashless society means that traditional methods of contributing are being impacted. Nevertheless, in 2024 St Matthew’s Church raised £374.03 with House Collection Boxes and £160.16 from the collection at the Christingle Service. On behalf of the Society, thank you for your continued generosity. Please take a look at www.childrenssociety.org.uk to learn about the initiatives and activities taking place and see how you too can help by volunteering even a small amount of your time, by participating in campaigns, by raising money, doing a charity challenge or by directly donating to this important cause. _Paul Mackie_ ## **ST MATTHEW’S CHURCH SOCIAL EVENTS 2024** In response to feedback that people were missing the social activities that used to take place pre-Covid and that some people were feeling isolated/ lonely, a Social Team was formed to organise some events for 2024, comprising of Ian Davis, Mary Edwards and Carol Cameron. A “Save the Date” card was produced at the start of the year and each event was advertised in the church notice sheet. We had a quiz in February, Desert Island Discs in April, a Games Evening in June, Heritage Open Day and a Musical Evening/Bring and share lunch in September, and Scottish Country Dancing in November. The location for these events was either the Church or the cornerHOUSE. The decision was taken to make all the events free and to take donations for a specific charity - Kingston Churches Action on Homelessness, African Vision Malawi, Kingston Foodbank, Kingston Street Pastors - and, for the September events, for the church. In total, the events raised just over £900. The cost of refreshments, £370, came out of the 2024 £1000 church catering budget. A BIG thank you goes to everyone who participated, especially David Itcovitz, Ian Davis, Jason Edge, and Judith Jones for leading events and to Jo Boaler and her team for providing the refreshments. _Carol Cameron_ PARISH OF ST MArrHEWS SURBITON ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 REGISTERED CHARITY NO.1143978 INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE PCC OF ST MATfHEWS SURBITON I report on the accounts of the church for the year ended 31 December 2024 which are set out on pages 2 to 10. Respectlve Respon8lbllltEes of Trustees and Examlner The church's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The church's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144{2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It is rny responsibilty to: Examine the aCc￿lnts (under section 145 of the 2011 Act): To follow the prttedures laid d£￿￿ in the General Th'rections given by the Chanty Commissioners (under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Actl.. and To state whether particular matter8 have come to my attenkn. Ba818 of Indop•ndont Examlnof• report My examination was carried in accordance with the gerffil 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 a¢¢ount8, and 88eking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audrt and consequently no opIn￿n Is glven as to whether the accounts present a Xrue and fair vievl and the report is limited to those matters set out in the Statement below. Indepondent oxamlnorf8 •latom•nt Since the gro88 Income for the year exceeds the amount provided in section 145(3) of the Ac( I ￿nfirM that l am quallfied to act a8 Independent Examlner under the wovisions of that sectk)n of the Act and that my quallficatlon is as shown below. In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention: which gives me reasonable cause to believe that In any materlal respect the requlrement8 to keep accounting record8 in accordance wlth sectlon 130 of the 2011 Act: and to prepare accounts which accord Imth the accountiry record8 arKI comply with the acu)unting requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met: or 2. to which. in my opinion, attenti¢)n should be drawn in order to enable a prow understanding of the accounts to be reached. rge rtchell ACA 51 Langdon Park Teddington TW11 9PR Dated: IJ lèm PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST MAThHEW'S SURBITON STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 Unrestricted Resth"cted Funds Funds Totsl Funds Note 2024 2023 INCOME Voluntsry income 2{a) 145,810 3.257 149.067 189,804 Activities for generating funds 2{b) 6.928 6,928 4,487 Income from investments 2{c) 25,199 25.199 22,964 Income from church activities 2(d) 6,188 6,188 1.976 TOTAL INCOME £ 184,125 £ 3,257 £ 187,382 £ 219,231 EXPENDITURE Church Activrties 176,286 3,836 180,122 172,978 TOTAL EXPENDITURE £ 176,286 £ 3,836 £ 180,122 £ 172 978 NET INCOME {EXPENDITURE) BEFORE INVESTMENT GAINS 7.839 {579) 7,260 46,252 NET GAINS ON PROPERTYIINVESTMENTS Transfers between Funds NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS 7.839 (579) 7,260 46,252 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS TOTAL FUNDS BROUGHT FORWARD 905,886 28,540 934,426 888,174 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD £ 913,725 £ 27,961 £ 941,686 £ 934,426 PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST MAThHEWS SURBITON BALANCE SHEET AT 31 DECEMBER 2024 Note 2024 2023 FIXED ASSErs Tangible assets 681,585 683,171 CURRENT ASs￿s Investments Debtors & prepayments Short tenn deposrt Cash at bank and in hand 12.259 247,732 16,092 276.083 18,843 217.632 26,823 263.297 LIABILITIES: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 15,982 12,042 NET CURRENT AssErs 260,101 251,255 TOTAL NET ASSETS £ 941,686 £ 934,426 PARISH FUNDS 10 Unr8Stricted Restricted 913,725 27,981 905,888 28,541 TOTAL PARISH FUNDS £ 934,426 Approved by the Parochial Church Council on 18th March and signed on its behalf by: C.Kramer (Chair) The notes on pages 4 to 10 forni part of these accounts. PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST MAThHEWS SURBITON NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMEpirs FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 ACCOUNTING POLICIES The PCC is a public benefft entity t*ithin the meaning of FRS11Y2. Tre financial statements ha¥e been prepa￿d under the Charitw Ad 2011 and in accordance wilh the Church Account"ThJ Regulab"ons 20CI8 goveming the indNidu81 accounts of PCCS. and with the Regulations. and fair viwp provision5, together wilh the Statement of Rec#)mmerKled Pra¢YJce, Accountin9 and Reportin9 by Charitss SORP (FRS102>. Thè finanasl 8tat8m8nts hav8 bB8n prepared undor tha hthical cost eonvonlion othor than in tha e of property. The finanual stslements indude all transacbons. assets and liabilit￿ for whith the PCC is responsible in law. They do not indude the accounts of church groups that 0￿ their main affili•tson to another body, nor those that are inlomial gathenngs of membars. R8Strict8d lunds represent {8) inccfftg from trusts or eTrJowm&nts which may be exwkyed onty on those restricted obj'ects provbded in tem)s of the In￿t or bequest and (bl donations or grants recetved for a specrfic obJ8Ct or invibj by the PCC for a specific obJe¢L The funds may onty be expended on the spa¢rfiG object for they wern given. Any balan￿ rom8iniNJ unynt at the ond of each must be carried forward as a balance on that fund. Unrnslrfct8d lunds aTg gerwal fund8 ean be used for PCC ¢)rdin8ry PUIP(mS. Planned giving, ￿lect￿)n8 and don8￿n$ are recogni￿1 rwxlvod. Tax rofurth are recognised when the incoming resource lo whth th8y rnlaté ￿ Yeceived. Grnnts arKI bgacw affj accounted for the PCC 16 ￿allY 8nlit$8d to the amounts due and the amount can be 8sortaine•J wilh reasonablg cértainty, Interest IS aCc￿ed and all other income is r6eogni8ed wtwi it is rec8ivabl8. Al incrniing ource8 ar8 accounted for gross. The value of any voluntsry hèlp recerrfed ￿ not induded in the accounts bLrt is do￿￿)8d n the PCC8' annual re Liabiliti88 oro recognised as aoon 88 thorn is a legal or conslnKar¥v oblvJalion arnj gettknont is prob and quantifiable. Grants and donat￿n8 are account8d for wtsn pahj over, or whan awarded, rf that awar creates 8 binding or c(M)strudive oblv4atrJn on the PCC. The dioce6an parish sharo is accounted for when paid or commiled by tho PCC to be paAJ in respect of the ￿k¥an1 accountsng perirAJ. All olher expendrture is generally recognlsed when rt inGurted arKI accounted for gross. Con8ecrated and ben•fi¢• property 18 exduded from Ihe ac(a)unts in accordanc* with 810(2)(a) of the Charitses Act 2011. Movable church fvmishffws Mov8ble church fumishings are c8piiaii8ed ot (y)st and derrt8oaW owr tsir antscpated u88fvl economic Itfe except vthere there insuffi￿nt infomialion about cx)sts or Whe￿ tho cost 16 less than £1(￿. Th088 8888ts aro li8t•d in thé church's invontory whith can be in8pectsd. Othgr18nd and buildlng Other land and buiklings hekj by th& PCC #rp v8h￿j at esthytated rna￿et value. A waluation is undertaken every three years. No depreaab'on is tharg&J agalr￿t such properbes any eXFe￿rtUre on maintenance 18 Vrtittan off when inwrred. Olhgr fixtures, fithngs 8nd 0￿ equipment. Equipment used within the church. or church offic8. not fallifVJ into the caleg0￿$ ff*ntioned abo￿, and costing more than £2.500 is I￿p1￿11$ed and deprecwted on a straym line basis over its anticpabj useful economic life. Amounts owing to the PCC are shown as debt0￿. A provtsion L8 made rf any amounts arè unoYlectable. Short term dgposits include cash hekl on deposrt. eithgr ￿ the CBF Church of ET¥Jland fund or at a bank or other authorised finanaal institution. PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST MArrHEWS SURBITON NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 INCOME Unrestricted Restrrted Funds Funds Totsl Funds 2024 2023 2(a) Voluntary inGome Tax efficient planned giving Other planned giving Collections Other giving and voluntary receipts Tax recoverable Legacies Grants (inc VAT recoverable) 97,015 1,341 7.160 12,491 27,803 97,615 1,341 8,634 13,311 28,166 99,261 4,554 4,209 5,476 25,613 48,088 2,602 1.474 820 363 145,810 3.257 149,067 189,804 2(b) Activities for generating funds Fundraising events Church lettings Church hall income 297 4.295 2,336 297 4,295 2,336 29 1,642 2,816 6.928 8.928 4,487 2(c) Income from investments Dividends and interest Ellerton Road rent 9.429 15.770 9,429 15,770 7,195 15,770 25,199 25,199 22,964 2{d) Income from church activib'es Wedding and funeral fees Church events 1,367 4,821 1.367 4.821 1,007 6,188 6,188 1,976 TOTAL £ 184,125 £ 3.257 £ 187,382 £ 219,231 PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST MAThHEWS SURBITON NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THEYEAR ENDED 31 DECEfvIBER 2024 E￿￿ENDITuRE un￿StrICted Restricted Funds Funds Total Funds 2024 2023 Church Activ￿"eS Mission & Charitable Giving Major works and repairs Diocesan parish share Music Professional fees Church maintenance Insurance Gas, electricity and water Administrab'on Other Ellerton road costs Mission & ministy 15,100 1,624 16,724 14.307 11,928 83,500 6,570 750 7,500 15,716 14,180 9,610 3,616 1,272 4,029 86,300 8,858 691 7,575 13,038 16,497 10,519 7,213 2,194 8,301 86,300 8,858 691 7.575 13,038 16.497 10,519 7,213 2,194 10,513 2.212 TOTAL £ 176,286 £ 3,836 £ 180 122 £ 172.978 ANALYSIS OF TRANSFERS BETWEEN FUNDS T￿re were no transfers in 2024. PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST MArrHEWS SURBITON NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 STAFF COSTS TOL91 Funds Funds Funds 2024 2023 Salarigs Ernployers National Insuran Pension Costs 14,950 14.950 12,259 £ 14.950 £ 14,950 £ 12,259 The average number of staff employed dufing the year was 2 (2023.2). FIXED ASSETS Land & Biildings Tanglbl• (unrestricted) VALUATION At 1 January 2024 Revaluatlc At 31 December 2024 £ 880,(XKJ AV Equipment COST At 1 January 2024 7.927 Addiiions at cost At 31 December 2024 7,927 DEPRECIATION At 1 January 21r24 4,756 Charge for the year At 31 December 2024 8,342 NET BOOK VALUE At 31 December 2￿24 At 31De(xmber 2023 3.171 TOTAL At 31 December 2024 £ 681.585 At 31 December 2023 £ 683.171 The freehold land and buildings comprises Ihe house and land at 172 Ellerton Road. The AV equipment is being depreciated over 5 years on a straight Ilne basis. PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST MArrHEWS SURBITON NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMETrffS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 CURRENT ASSETS Debtorn 2024 2023 7,481 13.657 Prepayments and acc4u8d interest other debtors 2.435 5.186 £ 12,259 £ 18,843 The debtor split be1￿￿n fund8 18 88 foll¢y4 Unrestri<#ed R8strithd 11,617 18,528 315 £ 12.259 £ 18.843 UABIUTIES: AIAOUNTS FALUNG DUE %MThIN ONE YEAR 2024 2023 Deposits in advance Accruals Other creditors 2CKI 1,899 13.274 £ 15,982 £ 12.042 The credltor spllt bo1%￿n funds is as foll Unrestrlcted Restrithd 13,694 2,288 10.099 £ 15,982 £ 12,042 ANALYSIS OF NEf ASSETS BY FUND Unrestricted Restri(tsd Total Fixed assets Current assets Current liabilities 681,585 245,834 (13.694) 681.585 278,083 (15.982) 30,249 (2,288) Fund balance £ 913.725 £ 27,961 £ 941,686 PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST MAThHF4WS SURBITON NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 10 FUND DETAILS Balance Investrnent Gainsl Transfer tofftom Fun Balance cthat 31-Dec-24 01-JarF24 Unrestricted Funds". General 225,886 184.125 176.286 233,725 Property 680,000 680,000 Total £ 905,886 £ 184,125 £176.286 £ 913,725 Re8trlcted Funds.. Organ 18,355 813 19,168 Speaal Offerings Youth Mission 5.408 2.212 3,198 Gfft Day 4.T18 4,778 Choir 820 820 Foodbank 161 161 KCAH AVM 638 636 Total £ 28,540 3,257 £ 3,836 £ 27,961 Funds Totsl £ 934,426 £ 187,382 £180.122 £ 941,686 Fund Partlcularn Property- the fund holding 172 Ellerton Road. Organ - monies donated for major works w the organ. Special Offerings - monies donated for mission and chariiies. Youth Mission - monies donated to support mision amongst the Y￿ of the parish Gift Day- monies donated for various works on the building Choir- monies donated to support the choir FoodbanklKCAHIAVM - monies given to support these organisal￿n5 PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST MATfHEWS SURBITON NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 11 CHARITABLE DONATIONS 2024 2023 Churth Missbon Sooety Church Uthn Fund KCAH Oxygen Fircroft Trust Church Pastoral Aid Sooety Stre8t Pastors Kingston A Rocha Momenturn African Vision Malawi School Hardship Fund Christian Ald Kingston Foodbank Children'8 Society Bishop's Lent fund Embrace the Mtddle Ea8t 2.190 2.190 1.824 1.950 1,950 2,071 1,300 1,620 1.3LX) 1.3(X) 281 636 500 243 161 69 117 10 £ 16.724 £ 14,307 Most of the abov8 was lunded from general giving. 10