## **The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of Christ Church, Stone** 

## **Charity registration number: 1156528** 

## **Trustees’ Annual Report for the period 1[st] January 2024 to  31[st] December 2024** 

## **Objectives and Activities** 

The Parochial Church Council of Christ Church, Stone (the PCC) has the responsibility of cooperating with the incumbent, the Reverend Paul Kingman, in promoting in the ecclesiastical parish, the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical. The PCC is responsible for the maintenance of the church fabric and provides overall governance of the church activities, buildings and facilities. 

The PCC is committed to enabling as many people as possible to worship at our church and to become part of our parish community at Christ Church. The PCC maintains an overview of worship throughout the parish and makes suggestions on how our services can involve the many groups that live within the parish. Our services and worship put faith into practice through prayer, scripture, music and the sacraments. Also, through non-sacramental activities of hospitality, fellowship schools and other chaplaincy work we aim to reach non churched members of the community. 

## **Public Benefit** 

The trustees of the PCC are aware of the Charity Commission’s guidance on The Advancement of Religion for the Public Benefit and have had regard to it in their administration of the Charity. The trustees believe that, by promoting the work of the Church of England in the Ecclesiastical Parish of Stone it helps to promote the whole mission of the Church (pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical) more effectively, within the Ecclesiastical Parish, and that in doing so it provides a benefit to the public by: 

- Providing facilities for public worship, pastoral care and spiritual, moral and intellectual development, both for its members and for anyone who wishes to benefit from what the Church offers; and 

- Promoting Christian values and service by members of the Church in and to their communities, to the benefit of individuals and society as a whole. 

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## **Achievements and Performance** 

The Mission Action Plan which has been developed over recent years to guide the Church’s activities and focus the investment of both money and resources, continues to be the template for day to day actions. 

Nurture, Evangelism and Worship are the three key aspects of the Charity’s work. To carry out these aims the following activities are funded, staffed and managed by the Charity; 

## **Weekday Services** : 

Sunday mornings are the main gathering for worship in the church. Other services are held; 

Tuesday midweek communion; monthly nursing home services at Autumn House, St Mary’s Home and Oulton Abbey Nursing home; termly school services. 

During Covid the church continued with regular services by Zoom, and this was a major factor in maintaining numbers of worshippers once the Covid restrictions were lifted. 

We still maintain Zoom links for Sunday morning services and this option is taken up by those unable to attend in person – elderly, sick or isolating 

The equipment was purchased during Covid and set up with assistance for end users. Running costs are now minimal as there is just an annual Zoom licence to maintain this much appreciated facility. 

## **Youth Work** : 

The Charity funds a part time worker to run “in school” Christian activities, clubs at church and after school and he provides activities for Sunday morning services. 

The results of this investment, which has been a long term commitment by the church, are seen in the families attending Sunday morning but more so in the very regular attendance at the school based clubs. 

In addition, a team of volunteers run an Easter Holiday Club which always attracts good numbers – as many as can be accommodated within the available buildings. 

We are fortunate in having good relationships with the associated schools, giving good access for Open the Book activities, the clubs and other interactions – all facilitated by the Foundation Governors from the church. 

Tuesday lunchtime ‘Pursuit’ (Christchurch Academy, Years 5-8); weekly school assemblies at First and Middle schools; High School assemblies; occasional school visits or extra lessons; after school clubs for Christ Church First School (Wednesdays) and Oulton First School (Thursdays). 

Sunday school; annual Holiday Club; Light Party (alternative to Halloween); Good Friday craft & service for children; Christingle; Parent and Toddler group. 

## **Staffing** 

The office administration is covered by two part time, paid, office based administrators 

## **Volunteers** 

Church members volunteer for many activities; 

Youth and children’s groups; children’s Easter Holiday Club; Sunday School; house group leaders; parent & toddlers group; development of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA); hospital chaplaincy for RSUH and County Hospitals, pastoral care support, cleaning of the building, flower arranging, maintenance, provision of music for services, gardening, sides person, 

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welcomer, visiting, sound and video engineering, marshalling, catering, First Aiders and other related roles. 

## **Pastoral Care** 

This is a vital part of the church’s Mission Action Plan – to provide support to those in need. As well as this support being available in an informal way through the week, there is weekly provision of an opportunity to receive pastoral care after the Sunday morning Service. 

## **House, Study and Prayer Groups** : 

Bible study discipleship groups, _Hope Explored_ , annual Lent courses, _Christianity Explored_ discipleship course; midweek prayer; monthly prayer breakfast. 

## **Areas of co-operation;** 

Churches Together in Stone (Anglican, Baptist, URC/M & St Dominic’s RC) cooperate for the Good Friday procession and service; ‘Advent Windows’ and town carols at Christmas; the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity; we support the ‘Stone Community Hub’ and CAP centre for the town. 

## **Other activities;** 

We have organised ‘ _Advent Windows’_ since 2010 (an Advent display in shop windows involving many community groups). 

We have Governor responsibility for three Church of England Schools and the Vicar is Chair of Trustees for CCA. 

The Vicar is Rural Dean and serves on the Diocesan Synod and the Deanery Pastoral Standing Committee. 

The Benefice is a partner church for the ‘ _Midlands Gospel Partnership’_ (MGP) encouraging mission in the Midlands. 

We support several Christian mission partners overseas and at home including UCCF. 

The Charity engaged with Lead Academy pre Covid, and has subsequently renewed the relationship, as this organisation provides training, resources and encouragement to help churches identify what they do well and what needs improving. 

Lead Academy activities, videos and training have become a feature of PCC meetings and some church activities to provide guidance and direction. 

## **Training for the Future** 

The Charity is supporting, with funding, a member of the PCC in their training and development for future Lay ministry within the C of E. 

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## **Financial Review** 

The accounts are attached to this Trustees’ Annual Report detailing the charity’s financial position. 

## **Reserves Holding Policy Statement** 

It is the Charity’s Policy to maintain a reserve of £30,000 in readily accessible, unrestricted accounts, for unforeseen circumstances. 

## **Amount of Reserves Held** 

At the end of this reporting year, the reserves total was £171,549 This figure is substantiated in the attached full financial reports. 

This figure is made up of revenue, giving and legacies as per the Income statement below. None of the legacies received are Restricted, although the Charity does allocate some legacy money for specific activities – all agreed and minuted at PCC meetings. 

## **Charity’s Sources of Income Funding** 

The Charity derives income from; 

Free will giving Donations Legacies Hire of facilities Fees Gift Aid Repayments Fund raising activities 

## **Donations from Related Parties – Trustees free will giving.** 

Donations from related parties during the year totalled £13,944  (2023 - £11,265) All these donations were received without conditions. 

## **Remuneration paid to Trustees** 

None of the trustees have been paid any remuneration or received any other benefits from employment with the PCC other than statutory fees in the role of organist. 

## **Expenses paid to Trustees** 

Only trustee to receive remuneration was the incumbent – see account for details. 

## **Investment Policy** 

The Charity does not Invest Funds 

## **Principal Risks** 

The Charity sustained its activities through Covid and is in a strong position both in terms of funds available and staff and volunteers to carry out its activities. 

There are therefore no significant risks to the charity and its future is seen as fully sustainable. 

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## **Reference, Trustees and Administrative details** 

## **The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of Christ Church, Stone** 

Christ Church Parish Office Christchurch Way Stone Staffs ST15 8ZB Registered charity number 1156528 

## **TRUSTEES** 

Served from 1[st] January 2024 until the date this report was approved **;** 

Revd Paul Kingman Peter Cuthbert Peter Mason David Beauchamp Andrew Stone David Rowlands Helen Bowes Christine Pentland Mr A Stone Mrs E Mason Mrs E Woodhead Mrs M Hillman Mrs S. Hallam Mrs M Garrington-Miller Mrs J. Abrahams Mrs L. Bakker-Collier Mr G Williams Mrs S Sanders Mr P Kelly Mr G Holden 

(from Sept 2003) Incumbent and PCC Chair (from Sept 2019) Children and Families worker Warden Warden Deputy Warden Reader Reader Reader Elected PCC member Elected PCC member Elected PCC member Elected PCC member Elected PCC member Elected PCC member Elected PCC member Elected PCC member Elected PCC member Elected PCC member Elected PCC member Elected PCC member 

## **Bank** 

NatWest Bank. 41 Greengate Street Stafford Staffs ST16 2JA 

**Independent Examiner:** 

Lichfield Diocesan Board of Finance St Mary’s House The Close Lichfield WS13 7LD Telephone: 01543 306055 

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## **Structure, Governance and Management** 

The PCC is a Body Corporate established by the Church of England and is a Charity no. 1156528 registered with the Charity Commission.  The PCC is governed by the Parochial Church Council Powers Measure (1956) as amended that came into effect on 2[nd] January 1957, and the Church Representation Rules (contained in Schedule 3 to the Synodical Government Measure 1969 as amended). 

All PCC members are Trustees. 

PCC members are elected by enrolled church members on a rolling 3-year basis. 

The Council comprises the Incumbent, the Churchwardens, a representative of the Readers, those elected to the Deanery Synod, and other members who are elected at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting, by those on the Electoral Roll. 

For PCC members, subject to DBS clearance and safeguarding training as specified by the Diocese of Lichfield, a service is held including an induction prayer for those newly elected. Training is acquired through attending the PCC meetings, no individual responsibilities are given to those newly elected. Members of the congregation are always urged to join the Electoral Roll, and to stand for election to the PCC. 

The PCC members are responsible for making decisions on all matters of general concern and importance in the parish, and for all financial matters.  The PCC meet six times a year. 

Management of the church and its organisation is assisted by the use of a software package “ChurchSuite”. This provides a GDPR approved database for communication, a means of identifying and fulfilling rotas and a central registry for Safeguarding. 

Financial Accounting software is MFAOL – My Financial Accounting Online – supported by Lichfield Diocese Finance Board. 

## **Safeguarding** 

The PCC believe they have fulfilled their duty under section 5 of the Safeguarding and Clergy Discipline Measure 2016 (duty to have due regard to House of Bishops’ guidance on safeguarding children and vulnerable adults) and in compliance with the Diocese of Lichfield policies. 

We maintain accurate records of DBS documentation and the ChurchSuite software prompts for renewal and training requirements. 

## **Reporting Serious Incidents** 

A Serious Incident is an adverse event, whether actual or alleged, which results in or risks significant harm to the charity’s beneficiaries, employees, office holders, volunteers or to others who come into contact with the charity through its work, loss of the charity’s money or assets, damage to the charity’s property or harm to the charity’s work or reputation. The trustees are not aware of any Serious Incidents in the last year. 

## **Risk Management** 

The Church Wardens carry out regular Health and Safety Reviews and regularly inspect premises for potential hazards. We have safeguarding policies in place for child protection and for work with vulnerable adults, including rigorous DBS checking of staff and volunteers. Our insurances are reviewed annually to ensure adequate cover. An informal review of any new risks which may impact the work of the Church in the Parish is ongoing. 

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## **Fabric and Insurances** 

In order to protect the buildings, grounds and fixtures and fixings under the charge and management of the Trustees,  a comprehensive Insurance policy is maintained with Ecclesiastical Insurance and Guarantee (EIG). This policy and its implications to church activities are managed by the Wardens. 

Working with EIG has proved of benefit not only in providing cover for accidental damage, but also in providing a framework and templates to ensure activities and management within the church comply with the relevant sections of the insurance policy. 

Prompted by the policy, a full review and subsequent modifications have been made to the agreements for those renting rooms in the church centre. 

A comprehensive review has also been made of the Fire Safety provisions and this has also produced modifications and improvements to the way the buildings are managed, especially when larger numbers are being accommodated. 

This all comes as part of the Trustee’s desire to provide a safe environment for visitors to the church, as well as be good stewards of the facilities in their care. 

## **The Charity’s Vision and Priorities for the Future.** 

Involvement with Lead Academy has focussed the Trustees on their achievable aims, what we do well and what we need to improve on. 

In conjunction with the Diocesan vision for ‘Growing for Growth’ we have adopted a simple framework within which to develop a Bible based ministry. The two PCC’s have agreed to make disciples by pursuing three general aims, to be developed over time: 

_**1. Nurture**_ of believers: so that we become more like Christ. 

_**2. Evangelism**_ : to gather God’s elect into the joy of worship through faith in Jesus Christ. 

_**3. Worship**_ of God: to increasingly delight in God’s majesty while giving the whole of our lives God as described in Rom 12v1-2 (fed by nurture and evangelism). 

This vision statement is the basis of the _Mission Action Plan_ . Inevitably this will be age-specific in many of our activities, but we endeavour to fulfil our mission irrespective of someone’s age as we share the good news to all, whatever their cultural or religious background. The MAP applies to the Benefice, although we recognise that each of the three churches has their own part to play in order to fulfil these aims. 

## **1. Nurture** 

We aim to encourage the nurture of our relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. 

## _**Actions:**_ 

To faithfully expound the Holy Bible in Sunday services and also in the children’s classes – this will require our prayerful preparation and application so as to make disciples. 

To encourage a daily discipline of Bible reading, praise and prayer amongst all congregation members. 

We will aim to meet for study courses during Lent and at other times to grow in our understanding of Biblical truth and how to live as a community of Jesus’ disciples. 

We will continue to provide pastoral care for the community through our support and instruction for baptisms, weddings, and funerals and at other times as they arise. 

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We will hold events that promote our meeting together, to build our identity as a community of faith. 

## **2. Evangelism** 

In obedience to Jesus’ command to _‘go and make disciples of all nations’_ (Mt 28v18-20) we will commit ourselves to the proclamation of the gospel of Jesus Christ. 

## _**Actions:**_ 

We will provide services at the main Festivals such as Harvest, Christmas and Easter as opportunities to bring guests to hear more about the good news of Jesus Christ. 

We will provide a regular _Christianity Explored_ discipleship course to help to strengthen faith in Jesus Christ and lead to disciples who will also make disciples of others. 

We will hold an annual children’s holiday club to draw more children and their families into the life of the church and to encourage them to follow Jesus. 

We will resource a children and families worker to oversee our ministry amongst young people as we pray that this will lead to lasting fruit. 

We shall maintain our support of Christian mission partners both in the UK and overseas by giving up to 10% of our gross income to the work. 

We will endeavour to demonstrate the gospel in action by being good news to the community – by providing Governors so as to promote good schools for the area that uphold the Christian foundation; to explore the development of further ways to support families in the area. We will aim to encourage the community to partner with us in providing a giant Advent Calendar for Christmas. 

## **3. Worship** 

We aim to grow in Christ-likeness both in our personal conduct and in our service in the world. This is achieved through being committed to the local church as the body of Christ, to accept pastoral oversight (of the incumbent and all who exercise a leadership role) as a means of encouraging our faith in the Lord Jesus and to promote godly living and service in order to bring honour and glory to His name. We meet on a Sunday to give praise and thanksgiving for the mercies and grace we have received from the Lord; to confess our sins with the intention of not simply showing remorse, but leading to our genuine repentance and change to become more Christ-like; to engage prayerfully with what the Holy Bible teaches us; to remember the death of Christ on the cross as the basis of our being put right with God to which the two sacraments of Baptism and the Lord’s Supper point. 

## _**Actions:**_ 

We will provide a regular service on a Sunday in each church, as resources will allow, drawing on the best hymns of the past and present that are inspired by the Scriptures. 

We will provide the opportunity for small groups to meet for the purpose of Bible Study and prayer as a means of discipleship, both in homes and at church. 

We aim to have an annual Covenant Service to as an opportunity to remember the sheer privilege of being the people of God and to renew our commitment to the Lord. 

We will encourage more people to take part in the church prayer gatherings as a demonstration of our reliance on the Lord and desire to do His will. 

We will endeavour to take regular services at Autumn House nursing home, Oulton Abbey and St Mary’s as our resources allow, providing spiritual care and encouragement in an appropriate way. 

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**Declaration** 

Financial details available in the audited accounts as submitted to LDBF (appointed as Independent Examiners) –  Submitted to LDBF and pending completion of the Independent Examination for 2024. 

Approved by the PCC on 15th April  2025 and signed on its behalf by: 

Revd Paul Kingman 

For and on behalf of the PCC of Christ Church Stone 

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The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical
Parish of Christ Church, Stone
Charity registration number: 1156528
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Trustees, Annual Report for the period 1 January 2024
to 31st December 2024
b'ectives and Activities
The Parochial Church Council of Christ Church, Stone (the PCC) has the responsibility of co-
operating with the incumbent, the Reverend Paul Kingman, in promoting in the ecclesiastical
parish, the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical.
The PCC is responsible for the maintenance of the church fabric and provides overall
governance of the church activities, buildings and facilities.
The PCC is committed to enabling as many people as possible to worship at our church and to
become part of our parish comrnunity at Christ Church. The PCC rnaintains an overview of
worship throughout the parish and rnakes suggestions on how our services can involve the
many groups that live within the parish. Our services and worship put faith into practice
through prayer, scripture, music and the sacraments. Also, through non-sacramental activities
of hospitality, fellowship schools and other chaplaincy work we aim to reach non churched
members of the community.
Public Benefit
The trustees of the PCC are aware of the Charity Commission's guidance on The Advancement
of Religion forthe Public Benefit and have had regard to it in their administration of the Charity.
The trustees believe that, by promoting the work of the Church of England in the Ecclesiastical
Parish of Stone it helps to promote the whole mission of the Church (pastoral, evangelistic,
social and ecumenical) more effectively, within the Ecclesiastical Parish, and that in doing so it
provides a benefit to the public by:
Providing facilities for public worship, pastoral care and spiritual, moral and intellectual
development, both for its members and for anyone who wishes to benefit from what the
Church offers; and
Prornoting Christian values and service by members of the Church in and to their
communities, to the benefit of individuals and society as a whole.

chie
ements an
The Mission Action Plan which has been developed over recent years to guide the Church's
activities and focus the investment of both money and resources, continues to be the template
for day to day actions.
Nurture, Evangelism and Worship are the three key aspects of the Charity's work
To carry out these aims the following activities are funded, staffed and managed by the
Charity,.
Weekday Services..
Sunday mornings are the main gathering for worship in the church.
Other services are held,.
Tuesday midweek communion; monthly nursing home services at Autumn House, St Mary's
Horne and Oulton Abbey Nursing home,. termly school services.
During Covid the church continued with regular services by Zoom, and this was a major factor
in maintaining numbers of worshippers once the Covid restrictions were lifted.
We still maintain Zoom links for Sunday morning services and this option is tsken up by those
unable to attend in person - elderly, sick or isolating
The equipmentwas purchased during Covid and set up with assistsnce for end users. Running
Costs are now minimal as there is just an annual Zoom licence to maintain this much
appreciated facility.
Youth Work..
The Charity funds a part time worker to run "in school" Christian activities, clubs at church
and after school and he provides activities for Sunday morning services.
The results of this investment, which has been a long term commitment by the church, are
seen in the families attending Sunday morning but more so in the very regular attendance at
the school based clubs.
In addition, a team of volunteers run an Easter Holiday Club which always attracts good
numbers - as many as can be accommodated within the available buildings.
We are fortunate in having good relationships with the associated schools, giving good access
for Open the Book activities, the clubs and other interactions - all facilitsted by the
Foundation Governors from the church.
Tuesday lunchtime 'Pursuit' (Christchurch Academy, Years 5-8); weeldy school assemblies at
First and Middle schools; High School assemblies; occasional school visits or extra lessons;
after school clubs for Christ Church First School Wednesdaysj and Oulto n First School
(Thursdays).
Sunday school; annual Holiday Club; Light Party (alternative to Halloween); Good Friday craft
& service for children; Christingle; Parent and Toddler group.
Staffing
The office administration is covered by two part time, paid, office based administrators
Volunteers
Church members volunteer for many activities;
Youth and children's groups; children's Easter Holiday Club,. Sunday School; house group
leaders,. parent & toddlers group,. development of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA),. hospitsl
chaplaincy for RSUH and County Hospitals, pastoral care support, cleaning of the buildin&
flower arranging, maintenance, provision of music for services, gardening, sides person,

welcomer, visiting, sound and video engineering, marshalling, catering, First Aiders and other
related roles.
Pastoral Care
This is a vital part of the church's Mission Action Plan - to provide support to those in need.
As well as this support being available in an informal way through the week, there is weeldy
provision of an opportunity to receive pastoral care after the Sunday morning Service.
House, Study and Prayer Groups:
Bible study discipleship groups, Hope Explored, annual Lent courses, Christianity Explored
discipleship course,. midweek prayer; monthly prayer breakfast
Areas of co-operation;
Churches Together in Stone (Anglican, Baptist, URC/M & St Dominic's RC) cooperate for the
Good Friday procession and service; 'Advent Windows, and town carols at Christmas,. the
WeekofPrayer for Christian Unity,. we supportthe'stone Community Hub, and CAP centre for
the town.
Other activities.
We have organised'Advent Windows'since 2010 (an Advent display in shop windows involving
many community groups).
We have Governor responsibility for three Church of England Schools and the Vicar is Chair of
Trustees for CCA.
The Vicar is Rural Dean and serves on the Diocesan Synod and the Deanery Pastoral Standing
Committee.
The Benefice is a partner church for the 'Midlands Gospel Partnership, (MGP) encouraging
mission in the Midlands.
We support several Christian rnission partners overseas and at home including UCCF.
The Charity engaged with Lead Academy pre Covid, and has subsequently renewed the
relationship, as this organisation provides training, resources and encouragement to help
churches identify what they do well and what needs improving.
Lead Academy activities, videos and training have become a feature of PCC meetings and
some church activities to provide guidance and direction.
Training for the Future
The Charity is supporting, with funding, a member of the PCC in their training and
development for future Lay ministry within the C of E.

Finan
The accounts are attached to this Trustees, Annual Report detailing the charl￿S financial
position.
Reserves Holding Policy Statement
It is the Charl￿S Policy to maintain a reserve of £30,000 in readily accessible, unrestricted
accounts, for unforeseen circumstances.
Amount of Reserves Held
At the end of this reporting year, the reserves totsl was £171,549
This figure is substsntiated in the attached full financial reports.
This figure is made up of revenue, giving and legacies as per the Income statement below.
None of the legacies received are Restricted, although the Charity does allocate some legacy
money for specific activities - all agreed and minuted at PCC meetings.
Charity's Sources of Income Funding
The Charity derives income from;
Free will giving
Donations
Legacies
Hire of facilities
Fees
Gift Aid Repayments
Fund raising activities
Donations from Related Parties - Trustees free will giving.
Donations from related parties during the year totalled £13,944 (2023 - £11,265)
All these donations were received without conditions.
Remuneration paid to Trustees
None of the ti-ustees have been paid aiiy i"emuneration or I"eceived any otliei- benefits fi'om
eniploynient with the PCC othei- than statutory Fees in the 1.ole of oi"gc1nist.
Expenses paid to Trustees
Only trustee to receive remuneration was the incumbent - see account for details.
Investment Policy
The Charity does not Invest Funds
Principal Risks
The Charity sustained its activities through Covid and is in a strong position both in terms of
funds available and staff and volunteers to carry out its activities.
There are therefore no significant risks to the charity and its future is seen as fully
sustainable.

efe
details
The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of Christ Church, Stone
Christ Church Parish Office
Christchurch Way
Stone
Staffs ST15 8ZB
Registered charity number 1156528
TRUSTEES
Served from 1st January 2024 until the date this report was approved;
Revd Paul Kingrnan
Peter Cuthbert
Peter Mason
David Beauchamp
Andrew Stone
David Rowlands
Helen Bowes
Christine Pentland
Mr A Stone
Mrs E Mason
Mrs E Woodhead
Mrs M Hillman
Mrs S. Hallam
Mrs M Garrington-miller
Mrs J. Abrahams
Mrs L. Bakker-collier
Mr G Williams
Mrs S Sanders
Mr P Kelly
Mr G Holden
(from Sept 2003) Incumbent and PCC Chair
(from Sept 2019) Children and Families worker
Warden
Warden
Deputy Warden
Reader
Reader
Reader
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Bank
Natwest Bank
41 Greengate Street
Stafford
Stsffs ST16 2JA
Independent Examiner:
Lichfield Diocesan Board of Finance
St Mary's House
The Close
Lichfield
WS13 7LD
Telephone: 01543 306055

Governance and Mana
ement
The PCC is a Body Corporate established by the Church of England and is a Charity no.
1156528 registered with the Charity Commission. The PCC is governed by the Parochial
Church Council Powers Measure [1956) as amended that came into effect on 2 nd january
1957, and the Church Representation Rules (contained in Schedule 3 to the Synodical
Government Measure 1969 as amended).
AII PCC members are Trustees.
PCC members are elected by enrolled church members on a rolling 3-year basis.
The Council comprises the Incumbent, the Churchwardens, a representstive of the Readers,
those elected to the Deanery Synod, and other members who are elected at the Annual
Parochial Church Meeting, by those on the Electoral Roll.
For PCC members, subject to DBS clearance and safeguarding training as specified by the
Diocese of Lichfield, a service is held including an induction prayer for those newly elected.
Training is acquired through attending the PCC meetings, no individual responsibilities are
given to those newly elected. Members of the congregation are always urged to join the
Electoral Roll, and to stand for election to the PCC.
The PCC members are responsible for making decisions on all matters of general concern and
importance in the parish, and for all financial matters. The PCC meet six times a year.
Management of the church and its organisation is assisted by the use of a software package
"Churchsuite" This provides a GDPR approved database for cornmunication, a means of
identifying and fulfilling rotss and a central registry for Safeguarding.
Financial Accounting software is MFAOL - My Financial Accounting Online - supported by
Lichfield Diocese FRnance Board.
Safeguarding
The PCC believe they have fulfilled their duty under section 5 of the Safeguarding and Clergy
Discipline Measure 2016 (duty to have due regard to House of Bishops, guidance on
safeguarding children and vulnerable adults) and in compliance with the Diocese of Lichfield
policies.
We maintsin accurate records of DBS documentation and the Churchsuite software prompts
for renewal and training requirements.
Reporting Serious Incidents
A Serious Incident is an adverse event, whether actual or alleged, which results in or risks
significant harm to the charity's beneficiaries, employees, office holders, volunteers or to
others who come into contact with the charity through its work, loss o f the charity's money or
assets, damage to the charity's property or harrn to the charity's work or reputation.
The trustees are not aware of any Serious Incidents in the last year.
Risk Management
The Church Wardens carry out regular Health and Safety Reviews and regularly inspect
premises for potential hazards. We have safeguarding policies in place for child protection
and for work with vulnerable adults, including rigorous DBS checking of staff and volunteers.
Our insurances are reviewed annually to ensure adequate cover. An informal review of any
new risks which may impact the work of the Church in the Parish is ongoing.

Fabric and Insurances
In order to protect the buildings, grounds and fixtures and fixings under the charge and
management of the Trustees, a comprehensive Insurance policy is maintained with
Ecclesiastical Ensurance and Guarantee (EIG). This policy and its implications to church
activities are managed by the Wardens.
Working with EIG has proved of benefit not only in providing cover for accidental damage, but
also in providing a framework and templates to ensure activities and management within the
church comply with the relevant sections of the insurance policy.
Prompted by the policy, a full review and subsequent modifications have been made to the
agreements for those renting rooms in the church centre.
A comprehensive review has also been made of the Fire Safety provisions and this has also
produced modifications and improvements to the way the buildings are managed, especially
when larger numbers are being accommodated.
This all comes as part of the Trustee's desire to provide a safe environment for visitors to the
church, as well as be good stewards of the facilities in their care.
The Chari
's Vision and Priorities for the Future.
Involvement with Lead Academy has focussed the Trustees on their achievable aims, what we
do well and what we need to improve on.
In conjunction with the Diocesan vision for 'Growing for Growth, we have adopted a simple
framework within which to develop a Bible based ministry. The two PCC'S have agreed to make
disciples by pursuing three general aims, to be developed over time:
l. Nurture of believers: so that we become more like ChrisL
2. Evangelism.. to gather God's elect into the joy of worship through faith in Jesus ChrisL
3. Worship of God: to increasingly delight in God's majesty while giving the whole of our
lives God as described in Rom 12vl-2 (fed by nurture and evangelism).
This vision statement is the basis of the Mission Action Plan. Inevitably this will be age-specific
in many of our activities, but we endeavour to fulfil our mission irrespective of someone's age
as we share the good news to all, whatever their cultural or religious background. The MAP
applies to the Benefice, although we recognise that each of the three churches has their own
part to play in order to fulfil these airns.
l. Nurture
We aim to encourage the nurture of our relationship with the Lord Jesus ChrisL
Actions..
To faithfully expound the Holy Bible in Sunday services and also in the children's classes - this
will require our prayerful preparation and application so as to make disciples.
To encourage a daily discipline of Bible reading, praise and prayer amongst all congregation
members.
We will aim to meet for study courses during Lent and at other times to grow in our
understanding of Biblical truth and how to live as a community of Jesus, disciples.
We will continue to provide pastoral care for the community through our support and
instruction for baptisms, weddings, and funerals and at other times as they arise.

We will hold events that promote our meeting together, to build our identity as a community of
faith.
2. Evangelism
In obedience to Jesus. command to go and make disciples of all nations, (Mt 28v18-20) we will
commit ourselves to the proclamation of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Actions..
We will provide services at the main Festivals such as Harvest, Christmas and Easter as
opportunities to bring guests to hear more about the good news of Jesus Christ
We will provide a regular Christianity Explored discipleship course to help to strengthen faith
in Jesus Christ and lead to disciples who will also make disciples of others.
We will hold an annual children's holiday club to draw more children and their families into the
life of the church and to encourage them to follow Jesus.
We will resource a children and families worker to oversee our ministry amongstyoung people
as we pray that this will lead to lasting fruiL
We shall maintain our support of Christian mission partners both in the UK and overseas by
giving up to 10 % of our gross income to the work
We will endeavour to demonstrate the gospel in action by being good news to the community
by providing Governors so as to promote good schools for the area that uphold the Christian
foundation,. to explore the development of further ways to support families in the area.
We will aim to encourage the community to partner with us in providing a giant Advent
Calendar for Christmas.
3. Worship
We aim to grow in Christ-likeness both in our personal conductand in our service in the world.
This is achieved through being committed to the local church as the body of Christ, to accept
pastoral oversight (of the incumbent and all who exercise a leadership role) as a means of
encouraging our faith in the Lordjesus and to promotegodlyliving andservice in orderto bring
honour and glory to His name. We meet on a Sunday to give praise and thanksgiving for the
mercies and grace we have received from the Lord; to confess oursins with the intention of not
simply showing remorse. but leading to our genuine repentance and change to become more
Christ-like; to engage prayerfully with what the Holy Bible teaches us; to remember the death
of Christ on the cross as the basis of our being put right with God to which the two sacraments
of Baptism and the Lord's Supper poinL
Actions..
We will provide a regular service on a Sunday in each church, as resources will allow, drawing
on the best hymns of the past and present that are inspired by the Scriptures.
We will provide the opportunity for small groups to meet for the purpose of Bible Study and
prayer as a means of discipleship, both in homes and at church.
We aim to have an annual Covenant Service to as an opportunity to remember the sheer
privilege of being the people of God and to renew our commitment to the Lord.
We will encourage more peopleto take partin the church prayergatherings as a demonstration
of our reliance on the Lord and desire to do His will.
We will endeavour to take regular services at Autumn House nursing home, Oulton Abbey and
St Mary's as ourresources allow, providingspiritual care and encouragementin an appropriate
way.

Declaratio
Financial details available in the audited accounts as submitted to LDBF (appointed as
Independent Examiners) - Submitted to LDBF and pending completion of the Independent
Examination for 2024.
Approved by the PCC on 15th April 2025 and signed on its behalf by:
Revd Paul Kingman
For and on behalf of the PCC of Christ Church Stone

Independent Examiner's report to the trustees/members ofThe PCC of
Christ Church, Stone
Registered charity number: 1156528
I report on the accounts for the year ended 31" December 2024 which are set out on the
following pages.
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees
consider that an audit is not required for this year under Section 144 otthe Charities Act 2011
(the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility
to examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act,
to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given bythe Charity
Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given bythe Charity
Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity
and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration
of any unusual items or discLosures in the accounts, and seeking explanationsfromthetrustees
concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that
would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts
present a.true and fair" view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement
below.
In connection with my examination, no material matters have come to my attention which gives
me cause to believe that in any material respect:
accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act or
the accounts do not accord with the accounting records
the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and
content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008
other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fairview which is not a
matter considered as part of 8n independent examination.
I have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention
should be drawn in orderto enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Signed:
Jonathan Hill FCMA CGMA
Lichfield Diocesan Board of Finance. St Marys House, The Close, Lichfield. WS13 7LD

The PCC of Christ Church, Stone
Financial Statements forthe Year Ended 31st December 2024
Accounting Policies
The PCC is a public benefit entity within the meaning of FRS 102. The financiaL statements
have been prepared underthe Charities Act 2011 and in accordance with the Church
Accounting Regulations 2006 governingthe individual accounts of PCCS, and with the
ReguLations true and fairview" provisions. They have also been prepared in accordance with
the Charities SORP (FRS 102).
The financiaL statements have been prepared underthe historical cost convention with items
recognised at cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant notes to these
accounts. The financial statements incLude all transactions, assets and liabilities for which the
PCC is responsible in law. 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.
There may be minor discrepancies in the totals as the pence are not being shown.
Cashflow Statement
The Charity has taken advantage of the exemption in FRS102 from the requirement to produce
a Cash flow statement on the grounds that the income does not exceed £500,000.
Going Concern
There are no material uncertainties related to events or conditions that cast significant doubt
on the charity's abilityto continue as a going concern.
Accounting Estimates and Prioryear Errors
No changes to accounting estimates have occurred in the reporting period.
No material prior year errors have been identified in the reporting period.
Description of Funds
Unrestricted funds are income funds of the PCC that are available for spending on the
general purposes of the PCC, including amounts designated by the PCC for fixed assets for its
own use or for spending on a future project and which are therefore not incLuded in its "free
reserves" as discLosed in the trustees, annual report.
Restricted funds comprise oftwo elements:
a) income from trusts or endowments which may be expended only on those restricted
objects provided in the terms of the trust or bequest
b) donations or grants received for a specific object or invited by the PCC for a specific object.
The funds may only be expended on the specific object for which theywere given. Any balance
remaining unspent at the end of each year must be carried forward as a balance on thatfund.
The PCC does not usually invest separateLy for each fund. Where there is no separate
investment, interest is apportioned to individual funds on an average balance basis.
Endowment funds are restricted funds that must be retained as trust capital either
permanently or subject to a discretionary power to spend capital as income, and where the
use of any income or other benefit derived from the capital may be restricted or unrestricted.
Full details of all their restrictions are shown in the notes to the accounts.
Income
Planned giving, collections and donations are recognised when received or when the PCC
becomes entitled to the resource and the monetary value can be measured with sufficient

reliability. 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 due and the monetary value can be measured with sufficient reliabiLity. Dividends are
accounted for when receivable. interest is accrued. All other income is recognised when it is
receivable. AIL incoming resources are accounted for gross.
Expenditure
Grants and donations are accounted for when paid over, or when awarded, if that award
creates a binding or constructive obligation on the PCC. The diocesan common fund is
accounted for when due. Amounts received specificallyfor mission are deaLt with as
restricted funds. ALL other expenditure is generally recognised when it is incurred and is
accounted for gross.
Governance and Support Costs
Support costs shouLd be allocated between governance costs and other support. Governance
costs comprise all costs involving public accountability of the PCC and its compliance with
regulation and good practice.
Support costs incLude centraLfunctions and have been allocated to activity Cost categories on
a basis consistent with the use of resources eg by allocating staff costs by time spent and
other costs by their usage.
Fixed Assets
Consecrated and benefice property is not included in the accounts by s.10(2)la)&(C) of the
Charities Act 2011.
Moveable church furnishings held by the Vicar and Churchwardens on specialtrust forthe
PCC and which require 8 facultyfor disposal are inalienabLe property, Listed in the Church's
inventory, which can be inspected {at any reasonable time). For anything acquired priorto
2000 there is insufficient cost information available and therefore such assets are notvalued
in the financial statements.
Investments
Investments in quoted shares, traded bonds and similar investments are valued initially at
cost and subsequently at market value at the year end. Investments held for re-sale are
treated as current asset investments.
Debtors
Debtors are measured on initiaL recognition at settlement amount. Subsequentlythey are
measured at cash expected to be received.
Creditors and Accruals
Creditors are measured at settlement amounts less anytrade discounts. Accruals are
measured on best estimate of the amount required to settle the obLigation at the reporting
date.

The PCC of Christ Church, Stone
Financial Statements forthe year ended 31 December2024
Statement of Financial Activities
Prior
Unrestrlcted Designated Restrlcted Endowment Total year
funds
funds
funds
funds
funds total
funds
Receipts
Donations and legacies
Income from charitable activities
Other trading activities
Investments
Other income
Total income
69,922
20.928
1,363
1,045
16,847
86,769 116,270
20,928 16.761
2,606 2,398
1.136 129
1,242
90
93,258
18,180
111,438 135,557
Payments
Raising funds
1,189
Expenditure on charilable activities 96.575
Other expenditure
Totsl expenditure
1,189 1,671
113,573 112,487
16,998
97.764
16.998
114.762 114.158
Net income l {expenditure)
resources before transfer
{4,506)
1,182
13,3241 21,399
Transfers
Gross transfers be￿een fvnds- in 19,029
Gross Iransfers between fvnds - out
Other recognised gains I losses
Gainsllosses on investment assets
Gains on revaluation, fixed assets.
charity's own use
Net movement in funds
19,029 15,768
{19.029} (15.768)
(19.0291
110
14,524
(19,029)
1,182
13,3241 21,509
Reconciliation of funds
Total funds brought forward
(11,489)
157,099
76,652
222,262 200,753
Total funds carried fonvard
Represented by
3,035
138,069
77,834
218,938 222,262
Unrestricted
General fund
Designated
Cecilia Wilding Legacy
Designated Fund
Christine Burslem Fund
Diane Schemilt Fund
Irene Gassor Legacy Designated
Fund
Restricted
Agency collection
Development Fund
Gertrude Pickering Fund
Rock Youth Ministry
3,035
3.035 (11,4891
36,648
17.982
2,000
81,439
36,648 36,648
17,982 37,011
2,000 2,000
81,439 81,439
11.722
2.097
64,015
11,722 11,722
2.097 2,081
64,015 62,848

The PCC of Christ Church, Stone
Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
Balance Sheet
Asat
3111212024
3111212023
Fixed assets
Investments
2.081
2.081
2.081
2.081
CUr￿￿t assets
Cash Al Bank And In Hand
220.574
220.574
222.762
222.762
Llablllilos
Crodilors.. Amounts Falling Due In One Year
3.717
3.717
2.582
2,582
Net current assels less ¢urr¢nl liabilitios
216.B56
220 180
Total assets loss current Ilabililie$
218.9J8
222.262
Liabilities
Total net assets less Ilabillties
218.93B
222,262
Reprcsentcd by
Unre5trictcd
UnresiTicied- General Funds
Oosignatod
Designaied. Cecilia Vthlding Legacy Designated Fund
Designaied- Christine Bursleni Fiind
Dcsignaied DTano Schemilt Fund
De51gnaled- Irene Gassor Legacy Designated Fund
Restrfcted
Reslricied- Developmenl Fund
Reslricled Gertnjde Pickenng Fund
Resiricied - Rock Youlh Minisiry
Fund Totsls
3.035
111.4891
36,648
17.982
2,000
81.439
36.648
37.011
2.000
11.722
2.097
64.015
218.938
11.722
2.081
62.848
222,262
Approved by the PCC on
2025 and signed on ils behalf by..
The notes on the following pages form part of these accounts.
The PCC of Christ Church, Stone

Financial Statements forthe year ended 31 December 2024
Statement of Assets and Liabilities - 2024
Class and nominal code
General Designated Restricted Endowment Total
Last
year
Fixed Asset- Investments
6430.. CCLA investment fund -
Pickering
Total
CurrentAsset- Cash At BankAnd In Hand
6501: Bank current account
6505: Rock Youth 6549
6506: Rock Youth 0617
6510.. CBF deposit account
6590.. Petty Cash
Total
Liability - Agency Accounts
6699.. Agency collections
Total
Liability - Creditors: Amounts Falling Due In One Year
Z04= Accounts Payable
1,531
Total
1,531
2,081
2,081 2,081
2.081
2,081 2.081
(56)
138,C69
33,536
4,245
40.157
171,549 174.911
4,252 4,170
44.034 42.942
719
719
20
20
220,574 222,762
3,877
719
20
4,566
138,069
77,938
2,186
2.186
2,186 1,050
2,186 1,050
1,531 1,531
1.531 1,531
Net total assets
3.035
138.069
Statement of Assets and Liabilities - 2023
77,834
218,938 222,262
Class and nominal code
General Designated Restricted Endowment Total
Last
year
Fixed Asset - Investments
6430: CCLA investment fund-
Pickering
Total
Current Asset- Cash At Bank And In Hand
6501.. Bank current account
(14,573) 157.099
6505.. Rock Youth 6549
6506.. Rock Youth 0617
6510= CBF deposit account
6590: Petty Cash
Total
Liability - Agency Accounts
6699.- Agency collections
Totsl
Liability - Creditors: Amounts Falling Due In One Year
Z04: Accounts Payable
1.531
Total
1,531
2,081
2.081 1,971
2,081 1,971
2,081
32.385
4,170
39.065
174.911 155.833
4,170 4,109
42.942 39.086
719
697
20
20
222,762 199,745
3,877
719
20
(9,9571 157,099
75,620
1,050
1.050
1,050 964
1.050 964
1,531
1,531
Net total assets
11.489
157.099
76.652
222.262 200,753
The PCC of Christ Church, Stone
Financial Statements fortheyear ended 31 December 2024
Fund movement summary-2024
Fund
CBFund
Designated
Sub-totals
Opening Incoming Outgoing Transfers GainslLosses Journals Closing
37.011
37.011
19.029
(19,029)
17.982
17,982

DEVELOP
Restricted
Sub-totals
11.722
11.722
11,722
11,722
DSFund
Designated
Sub-totals
2,000
2.000
2,000
2,000
Gassor Legacy
Designated
Sub-totals
81,439
81,439
81,439
81,439
Gertrude
Restricted
Sub-totals
2,081
2,081
15
15
2,097
2,097
Rock
Restricted
Sub-totals
62,848
62.848
18,165
18.165
16,998
16,998
64,015
64,015
Wilding Legacy
Designated
Sub-totals
36,648
36,648
36.648
36,648
General
Unrestricted
Sub-totsls
11.489
93.258
111,489) 93,258
97.764
97,764
19.029
19,029
3.035
3,035
Totals
222,262 111.438
114.762
218.938
Fund description
Designated funds:
Irene Gassor Legacy- funds used for projects relevant to the donor, where possible,
and agreed by the PCC
Cecelia Wilding Legacy- funds used for projects relevant to the donor, where
possible, and agreed by the PCC
Christine Burslem Legacy - funds used for projects relevant to the donor, where
possible, and agreed by the PCC
Diane Schemilt Legacy - funds used for projects relevant to the donor, where
possible, and agreed by the PCC
Restricted funds:
Development Fund - for the development and upkeep of the Church Centre
Gertrude Pickering Fund - to provide gifts, at or about Christmas, to the sick or poor
of the parish
Rock Youth Ministry - Rock Youth Ministry funds are donated (and gift aided) by
church members to cover the salary of the Children and Families Worker
Fund movementsummary-2023
Fund
CBFund
Designated
Sub-totals
Opening Incomlng Outgoing Transfers GainslLosses Journals Closing
37,011
37.011
37,011
37.011
DEVELOP
Restricted
Sub-totals
11.722
11,722
11,722
11,722
DSFund
Designated
Sub-totsls
2.000
2,000
2,000
2,000

Gassor Legacy
Designated
Sub-totals
83.909
83,909
1,701
1,701
768
17681
81,439
81,439
Gertrude
Reslricled
Sub-totals
1.971
1,971
110
110
2,081
2,081
Rock
Restricted
Sub-totals
50.541
50,541
10.405
10,405
1,902
1,902
62,848
62,848
Wilding Legacy
Designated
Sub-totals
36.784
36,784
135
135
36,648
36.648
General
Unrestricted
Sub-totsls
15,826
15,826
86,141
86,141
112,322
1,134
112,322 {1,134)
11,489
111,4891
Totals
200,753 135,557
114,158
110
222,262
Analysis of income and expenditure - 2024
Total
This
year
Unrestricted Designated Restricted Endowment
Last
year
RECEIPTS
Donations and legacies
0101 GiftAid- Bank
0110- GiftAid- Envelopes
0201 Other planned giving
0301 Loose plate collections
0501 One-off GiftAid gifts
0550- Donations appeals etc
0601- Tax recoverable on Gifl Aid
0701 Legacies
0901 Other funds generated
Donations and legacies Totals
Income from charitsble activities
1101 Fees for weddings and
funerals
1210 - Bookstall sales
1230 - Church hall lettings
Income from charitable
activities Totsls
Other trading activities
0910- Rummage sales & events 125
1250- Magazine income from
advertising
846
1260 - Parish magazine sales
other trading activities Totals
Investments
1001 Dividends
1020- Bank and building society
interest
Investments Totsls
Receipts Grand totals
60.214
1,746
60,214 40,642
1,746
1.924
9,275
19,816
3,748
2,308
2,970
3,755
932
1,563
3,498
4,061
643
39.011
3,743
3,191
86.769 116,270
9,275
3,748
700
657
2,270
275
3,498
643
2.214
69,922
1,529
16,847
3,827
645
16,455
3,827
1,234
645
560
16,455 14,966
20,928 16.761
20,928
1,242
1,367
846
1,196
749
393
1,363
393
2.606
454
2.398
1,242
1,000
45
15
1,015
120
75
129
1,045
93.258
90
18.180
1,136
129
111,438 135.557
PAYMENTS
Raising funds
1730 - Costs of fetes & other
events
Raising funds Totals
1,189
1,189
1,671
1,189
1,189
1,671

Expenditure on charitsble activities
1801 Charitable giving
2.584
1910 - Parish share
42,466
2001- Assistant staff costs
2050 - Salary of parish
administrator
2101- Working expenses of
incumbent
1,882
2170- Education
305
2201 Parish training and mission 255
2301 Church running- insurance 3,726
2310 - Church office - telephone
149
2320- Organ I piano luning
55
2330 - Church maintenance
100
2331 Cleaning
2,032
2340 - Upkeep of se)vices
4,595
2350 - Upkeep of churchyard
8.744
2360 - Administration
9,425
2370 - Visiting speakers I loGums
2401 Church running - electric
623
2410- Church running- gas
7,696
2420- Church running- water
71
2510 - Bookstall costs
632
2530 - Hall running electricity
2,027
2560- Hall running - Maintenan￿ 352
2570 - Hall running telephone
508
2580 - Hall running - water
348
2601 Governance costs
examinationlaudit fee
Expenditure on charitable
activities Totals
Payments Grand totals
2,584
7,134
42,466 41.458
16,922 15,892
7,505
9,906
16.922
7,505
1,882
305
255
3.726
149
55
100
2,032
4,595
8,744
9,501
2,066
400
3,563
58
209
2,117
4,530
671
8,452
47
598
10,111
70
1.063
2,435
467
457
329
76
623
7,696
71
632
2,027
352
508
348
495
495
453
96,575
97.764
16.998
113,573 112,487
114,762 114,158
16.998
Staff Costs
2024
2023
Wages & Salaries
Employers Pension
Employers National Insurance
Average number of employees
£ 23,529
£227
£671
2 24.847
£240
£711
During the yearthe PCC employed two Administrators (both part-time) and a Youth Worker.
There were no employee benefits to key management personnel in the previous orcurrent year.
The PCC use the National Employment Savings Trust (NEST), via the Diocesan Payroll Scheme, for its
pension payments.

Trustees, Remuneration & Expenses
1 trustee is employed by the PCC.
P Cuthbert is the Children's and Families Worker and was paid £16,12212023: £14,349). The PCC paid
£227 and ££671 in pension contributions and National Insurance respectively in connection with this
employment. were made bythe PCC in connection with this employment. P Cuthbert does not take
part in PCC discussions in connection with their salary.
1 Trustee has been reimbursed £1,882 (2023: £2,066 for travel and phone expenses incurred during
the year
Related Parties
No other expenses were paid to any other PCC member, persons closely connected to them, or related
parties.
Donations from related parties IPCC members) totalled £13,94412023: £11,265) .
Fixed Asset Investments
Change in
market
value
At31st
Dec
At1st
Jan
Additions
Disposals
Transfers
Restricted Funds
Gertrude Pickering
2.081
63
2,144
Total
2,081
63
2,144
The Charity of Gertrude Pickering, togetherwith the Vicar and Wardens of Christ Church Stone, merged
with the Charity of the Parochial Church Council of Christ Church Stone. As such, 1,438 shares held
with the CCLAwere transferred to the PCC and are held in a restricted fund. The income from this
investment is to provide gifts, at or about Christmas, to the sick or poor of the parish.
Prior Year Comparative
Statement of Financial Activities for the year ended 31 December 2023
Unrestricted Designated Restricted Endowment Total
funds
funds
funds
funds
funds
Prior year
total
funds
Receipts
Donations and legacies
Income from charitable activities
Other Irading activities
Investments
Other income
Total income
66,853
16.761
2,398
129
39,011
10,405
116.270 91.753
16.761 12.602
2,398 2,246
129
72
86,141
39,011
10,405
135,557 106,674
Payments
10

Raising funds
903
Expenditure on charitable activities 111,419
Other expenditure
Total expenditure
768
1.068
1,671
1,767
112,487 101.009
112.322
1,836
114,158 102.777
Net income l (expenditure)
resources before transfer
(26,1811
37,175
10,405
21,399 3,897
Transfers
Gross transfers between funds- in 7,317
Gross transfers be￿een funds -
out
(8,451)
Other recognised galns I losses
GaIns￿osSeS on investment assets
Gains on revaluation. fixed assets.
charity's own use
Net movement In funds
8,451
{6,549)
15,768 130,709
(15,768) (130,709)
(768)
110
110
(3061
21,509 3,591
(27,3141
36,406
12,417
Reconciliation of funds
Totsl funds brought forward
15,826
120.692
64.235
200,753 197,162
Total funds carried forward
{11.489)
157.099
76,652
222.262 200.753

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The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical
Parish of Christ Church, Stone
Charity registration number: 1156528
st
Trustees, Annual Report for the period 1 January 2024
to 31st December 2024
b'ectives and Activities
The Parochial Church Council of Christ Church, Stone (the PCC) has the responsibility of co-
operating with the incumbent, the Reverend Paul Kingman, in promoting in the ecclesiastical
parish, the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical.
The PCC is responsible for the maintenance of the church fabric and provides overall
governance of the church activities, buildings and facilities.
The PCC is committed to enabling as many people as possible to worship at our church and to
become part of our parish comrnunity at Christ Church. The PCC rnaintains an overview of
worship throughout the parish and rnakes suggestions on how our services can involve the
many groups that live within the parish. Our services and worship put faith into practice
through prayer, scripture, music and the sacraments. Also, through non-sacramental activities
of hospitality, fellowship schools and other chaplaincy work we aim to reach non churched
members of the community.
Public Benefit
The trustees of the PCC are aware of the Charity Commission's guidance on The Advancement
of Religion forthe Public Benefit and have had regard to it in their administration of the Charity.
The trustees believe that, by promoting the work of the Church of England in the Ecclesiastical
Parish of Stone it helps to promote the whole mission of the Church (pastoral, evangelistic,
social and ecumenical) more effectively, within the Ecclesiastical Parish, and that in doing so it
provides a benefit to the public by:
Providing facilities for public worship, pastoral care and spiritual, moral and intellectual
development, both for its members and for anyone who wishes to benefit from what the
Church offers; and
Prornoting Christian values and service by members of the Church in and to their
communities, to the benefit of individuals and society as a whole.

chie
ements an
The Mission Action Plan which has been developed over recent years to guide the Church's
activities and focus the investment of both money and resources, continues to be the template
for day to day actions.
Nurture, Evangelism and Worship are the three key aspects of the Charity's work
To carry out these aims the following activities are funded, staffed and managed by the
Charity,.
Weekday Services..
Sunday mornings are the main gathering for worship in the church.
Other services are held,.
Tuesday midweek communion; monthly nursing home services at Autumn House, St Mary's
Horne and Oulton Abbey Nursing home,. termly school services.
During Covid the church continued with regular services by Zoom, and this was a major factor
in maintaining numbers of worshippers once the Covid restrictions were lifted.
We still maintain Zoom links for Sunday morning services and this option is tsken up by those
unable to attend in person - elderly, sick or isolating
The equipmentwas purchased during Covid and set up with assistsnce for end users. Running
Costs are now minimal as there is just an annual Zoom licence to maintain this much
appreciated facility.
Youth Work..
The Charity funds a part time worker to run "in school" Christian activities, clubs at church
and after school and he provides activities for Sunday morning services.
The results of this investment, which has been a long term commitment by the church, are
seen in the families attending Sunday morning but more so in the very regular attendance at
the school based clubs.
In addition, a team of volunteers run an Easter Holiday Club which always attracts good
numbers - as many as can be accommodated within the available buildings.
We are fortunate in having good relationships with the associated schools, giving good access
for Open the Book activities, the clubs and other interactions - all facilitsted by the
Foundation Governors from the church.
Tuesday lunchtime 'Pursuit' (Christchurch Academy, Years 5-8); weeldy school assemblies at
First and Middle schools; High School assemblies; occasional school visits or extra lessons;
after school clubs for Christ Church First School Wednesdaysj and Oulto n First School
(Thursdays).
Sunday school; annual Holiday Club; Light Party (alternative to Halloween); Good Friday craft
& service for children; Christingle; Parent and Toddler group.
Staffing
The office administration is covered by two part time, paid, office based administrators
Volunteers
Church members volunteer for many activities;
Youth and children's groups; children's Easter Holiday Club,. Sunday School; house group
leaders,. parent & toddlers group,. development of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA),. hospitsl
chaplaincy for RSUH and County Hospitals, pastoral care support, cleaning of the buildin&
flower arranging, maintenance, provision of music for services, gardening, sides person,

welcomer, visiting, sound and video engineering, marshalling, catering, First Aiders and other
related roles.
Pastoral Care
This is a vital part of the church's Mission Action Plan - to provide support to those in need.
As well as this support being available in an informal way through the week, there is weeldy
provision of an opportunity to receive pastoral care after the Sunday morning Service.
House, Study and Prayer Groups:
Bible study discipleship groups, Hope Explored, annual Lent courses, Christianity Explored
discipleship course,. midweek prayer; monthly prayer breakfast
Areas of co-operation;
Churches Together in Stone (Anglican, Baptist, URC/M & St Dominic's RC) cooperate for the
Good Friday procession and service; 'Advent Windows, and town carols at Christmas,. the
WeekofPrayer for Christian Unity,. we supportthe'stone Community Hub, and CAP centre for
the town.
Other activities.
We have organised'Advent Windows'since 2010 (an Advent display in shop windows involving
many community groups).
We have Governor responsibility for three Church of England Schools and the Vicar is Chair of
Trustees for CCA.
The Vicar is Rural Dean and serves on the Diocesan Synod and the Deanery Pastoral Standing
Committee.
The Benefice is a partner church for the 'Midlands Gospel Partnership, (MGP) encouraging
mission in the Midlands.
We support several Christian rnission partners overseas and at home including UCCF.
The Charity engaged with Lead Academy pre Covid, and has subsequently renewed the
relationship, as this organisation provides training, resources and encouragement to help
churches identify what they do well and what needs improving.
Lead Academy activities, videos and training have become a feature of PCC meetings and
some church activities to provide guidance and direction.
Training for the Future
The Charity is supporting, with funding, a member of the PCC in their training and
development for future Lay ministry within the C of E.

Finan
The accounts are attached to this Trustees, Annual Report detailing the charl￿S financial
position.
Reserves Holding Policy Statement
It is the Charl￿S Policy to maintain a reserve of £30,000 in readily accessible, unrestricted
accounts, for unforeseen circumstances.
Amount of Reserves Held
At the end of this reporting year, the reserves totsl was £171,549
This figure is substsntiated in the attached full financial reports.
This figure is made up of revenue, giving and legacies as per the Income statement below.
None of the legacies received are Restricted, although the Charity does allocate some legacy
money for specific activities - all agreed and minuted at PCC meetings.
Charity's Sources of Income Funding
The Charity derives income from;
Free will giving
Donations
Legacies
Hire of facilities
Fees
Gift Aid Repayments
Fund raising activities
Donations from Related Parties - Trustees free will giving.
Donations from related parties during the year totalled £13,944 (2023 - £11,265)
All these donations were received without conditions.
Remuneration paid to Trustees
None of the ti-ustees have been paid aiiy i"emuneration or I"eceived any otliei- benefits fi'om
eniploynient with the PCC othei- than statutory Fees in the 1.ole of oi"gc1nist.
Expenses paid to Trustees
Only trustee to receive remuneration was the incumbent - see account for details.
Investment Policy
The Charity does not Invest Funds
Principal Risks
The Charity sustained its activities through Covid and is in a strong position both in terms of
funds available and staff and volunteers to carry out its activities.
There are therefore no significant risks to the charity and its future is seen as fully
sustainable.

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details
The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of Christ Church, Stone
Christ Church Parish Office
Christchurch Way
Stone
Staffs ST15 8ZB
Registered charity number 1156528
TRUSTEES
Served from 1st January 2024 until the date this report was approved;
Revd Paul Kingrnan
Peter Cuthbert
Peter Mason
David Beauchamp
Andrew Stone
David Rowlands
Helen Bowes
Christine Pentland
Mr A Stone
Mrs E Mason
Mrs E Woodhead
Mrs M Hillman
Mrs S. Hallam
Mrs M Garrington-miller
Mrs J. Abrahams
Mrs L. Bakker-collier
Mr G Williams
Mrs S Sanders
Mr P Kelly
Mr G Holden
(from Sept 2003) Incumbent and PCC Chair
(from Sept 2019) Children and Families worker
Warden
Warden
Deputy Warden
Reader
Reader
Reader
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Elected PCC member
Bank
Natwest Bank
41 Greengate Street
Stafford
Stsffs ST16 2JA
Independent Examiner:
Lichfield Diocesan Board of Finance
St Mary's House
The Close
Lichfield
WS13 7LD
Telephone: 01543 306055

Governance and Mana
ement
The PCC is a Body Corporate established by the Church of England and is a Charity no.
1156528 registered with the Charity Commission. The PCC is governed by the Parochial
Church Council Powers Measure [1956) as amended that came into effect on 2 nd january
1957, and the Church Representation Rules (contained in Schedule 3 to the Synodical
Government Measure 1969 as amended).
AII PCC members are Trustees.
PCC members are elected by enrolled church members on a rolling 3-year basis.
The Council comprises the Incumbent, the Churchwardens, a representstive of the Readers,
those elected to the Deanery Synod, and other members who are elected at the Annual
Parochial Church Meeting, by those on the Electoral Roll.
For PCC members, subject to DBS clearance and safeguarding training as specified by the
Diocese of Lichfield, a service is held including an induction prayer for those newly elected.
Training is acquired through attending the PCC meetings, no individual responsibilities are
given to those newly elected. Members of the congregation are always urged to join the
Electoral Roll, and to stand for election to the PCC.
The PCC members are responsible for making decisions on all matters of general concern and
importance in the parish, and for all financial matters. The PCC meet six times a year.
Management of the church and its organisation is assisted by the use of a software package
"Churchsuite" This provides a GDPR approved database for cornmunication, a means of
identifying and fulfilling rotss and a central registry for Safeguarding.
Financial Accounting software is MFAOL - My Financial Accounting Online - supported by
Lichfield Diocese FRnance Board.
Safeguarding
The PCC believe they have fulfilled their duty under section 5 of the Safeguarding and Clergy
Discipline Measure 2016 (duty to have due regard to House of Bishops, guidance on
safeguarding children and vulnerable adults) and in compliance with the Diocese of Lichfield
policies.
We maintsin accurate records of DBS documentation and the Churchsuite software prompts
for renewal and training requirements.
Reporting Serious Incidents
A Serious Incident is an adverse event, whether actual or alleged, which results in or risks
significant harm to the charity's beneficiaries, employees, office holders, volunteers or to
others who come into contact with the charity through its work, loss o f the charity's money or
assets, damage to the charity's property or harrn to the charity's work or reputation.
The trustees are not aware of any Serious Incidents in the last year.
Risk Management
The Church Wardens carry out regular Health and Safety Reviews and regularly inspect
premises for potential hazards. We have safeguarding policies in place for child protection
and for work with vulnerable adults, including rigorous DBS checking of staff and volunteers.
Our insurances are reviewed annually to ensure adequate cover. An informal review of any
new risks which may impact the work of the Church in the Parish is ongoing.

Fabric and Insurances
In order to protect the buildings, grounds and fixtures and fixings under the charge and
management of the Trustees, a comprehensive Insurance policy is maintained with
Ecclesiastical Ensurance and Guarantee (EIG). This policy and its implications to church
activities are managed by the Wardens.
Working with EIG has proved of benefit not only in providing cover for accidental damage, but
also in providing a framework and templates to ensure activities and management within the
church comply with the relevant sections of the insurance policy.
Prompted by the policy, a full review and subsequent modifications have been made to the
agreements for those renting rooms in the church centre.
A comprehensive review has also been made of the Fire Safety provisions and this has also
produced modifications and improvements to the way the buildings are managed, especially
when larger numbers are being accommodated.
This all comes as part of the Trustee's desire to provide a safe environment for visitors to the
church, as well as be good stewards of the facilities in their care.
The Chari
's Vision and Priorities for the Future.
Involvement with Lead Academy has focussed the Trustees on their achievable aims, what we
do well and what we need to improve on.
In conjunction with the Diocesan vision for 'Growing for Growth, we have adopted a simple
framework within which to develop a Bible based ministry. The two PCC'S have agreed to make
disciples by pursuing three general aims, to be developed over time:
l. Nurture of believers: so that we become more like ChrisL
2. Evangelism.. to gather God's elect into the joy of worship through faith in Jesus ChrisL
3. Worship of God: to increasingly delight in God's majesty while giving the whole of our
lives God as described in Rom 12vl-2 (fed by nurture and evangelism).
This vision statement is the basis of the Mission Action Plan. Inevitably this will be age-specific
in many of our activities, but we endeavour to fulfil our mission irrespective of someone's age
as we share the good news to all, whatever their cultural or religious background. The MAP
applies to the Benefice, although we recognise that each of the three churches has their own
part to play in order to fulfil these airns.
l. Nurture
We aim to encourage the nurture of our relationship with the Lord Jesus ChrisL
Actions..
To faithfully expound the Holy Bible in Sunday services and also in the children's classes - this
will require our prayerful preparation and application so as to make disciples.
To encourage a daily discipline of Bible reading, praise and prayer amongst all congregation
members.
We will aim to meet for study courses during Lent and at other times to grow in our
understanding of Biblical truth and how to live as a community of Jesus, disciples.
We will continue to provide pastoral care for the community through our support and
instruction for baptisms, weddings, and funerals and at other times as they arise.

We will hold events that promote our meeting together, to build our identity as a community of
faith.
2. Evangelism
In obedience to Jesus. command to go and make disciples of all nations, (Mt 28v18-20) we will
commit ourselves to the proclamation of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Actions..
We will provide services at the main Festivals such as Harvest, Christmas and Easter as
opportunities to bring guests to hear more about the good news of Jesus Christ
We will provide a regular Christianity Explored discipleship course to help to strengthen faith
in Jesus Christ and lead to disciples who will also make disciples of others.
We will hold an annual children's holiday club to draw more children and their families into the
life of the church and to encourage them to follow Jesus.
We will resource a children and families worker to oversee our ministry amongstyoung people
as we pray that this will lead to lasting fruiL
We shall maintain our support of Christian mission partners both in the UK and overseas by
giving up to 10 % of our gross income to the work
We will endeavour to demonstrate the gospel in action by being good news to the community
by providing Governors so as to promote good schools for the area that uphold the Christian
foundation,. to explore the development of further ways to support families in the area.
We will aim to encourage the community to partner with us in providing a giant Advent
Calendar for Christmas.
3. Worship
We aim to grow in Christ-likeness both in our personal conductand in our service in the world.
This is achieved through being committed to the local church as the body of Christ, to accept
pastoral oversight (of the incumbent and all who exercise a leadership role) as a means of
encouraging our faith in the Lordjesus and to promotegodlyliving andservice in orderto bring
honour and glory to His name. We meet on a Sunday to give praise and thanksgiving for the
mercies and grace we have received from the Lord; to confess oursins with the intention of not
simply showing remorse. but leading to our genuine repentance and change to become more
Christ-like; to engage prayerfully with what the Holy Bible teaches us; to remember the death
of Christ on the cross as the basis of our being put right with God to which the two sacraments
of Baptism and the Lord's Supper poinL
Actions..
We will provide a regular service on a Sunday in each church, as resources will allow, drawing
on the best hymns of the past and present that are inspired by the Scriptures.
We will provide the opportunity for small groups to meet for the purpose of Bible Study and
prayer as a means of discipleship, both in homes and at church.
We aim to have an annual Covenant Service to as an opportunity to remember the sheer
privilege of being the people of God and to renew our commitment to the Lord.
We will encourage more peopleto take partin the church prayergatherings as a demonstration
of our reliance on the Lord and desire to do His will.
We will endeavour to take regular services at Autumn House nursing home, Oulton Abbey and
St Mary's as ourresources allow, providingspiritual care and encouragementin an appropriate
way.

Declaratio
Financial details available in the audited accounts as submitted to LDBF (appointed as
Independent Examiners) - Submitted to LDBF and pending completion of the Independent
Examination for 2024.
Approved by the PCC on 15th April 2025 and signed on its behalf by:
Revd Paul Kingman
For and on behalf of the PCC of Christ Church Stone

Independent Examiner's report to the trustees/members ofThe PCC of
Christ Church, Stone
Registered charity number: 1156528
I report on the accounts for the year ended 31" December 2024 which are set out on the
following pages.
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees
consider that an audit is not required for this year under Section 144 otthe Charities Act 2011
(the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility
to examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act,
to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given bythe Charity
Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given bythe Charity
Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity
and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration
of any unusual items or discLosures in the accounts, and seeking explanationsfromthetrustees
concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that
would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts
present a.true and fair" view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement
below.
In connection with my examination, no material matters have come to my attention which gives
me cause to believe that in any material respect:
accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act or
the accounts do not accord with the accounting records
the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and
content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008
other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fairview which is not a
matter considered as part of 8n independent examination.
I have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention
should be drawn in orderto enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Signed:
Jonathan Hill FCMA CGMA
Lichfield Diocesan Board of Finance. St Marys House, The Close, Lichfield. WS13 7LD

The PCC of Christ Church, Stone
Financial Statements forthe Year Ended 31st December 2024
Accounting Policies
The PCC is a public benefit entity within the meaning of FRS 102. The financiaL statements
have been prepared underthe Charities Act 2011 and in accordance with the Church
Accounting Regulations 2006 governingthe individual accounts of PCCS, and with the
ReguLations true and fairview" provisions. They have also been prepared in accordance with
the Charities SORP (FRS 102).
The financiaL statements have been prepared underthe historical cost convention with items
recognised at cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant notes to these
accounts. The financial statements incLude all transactions, assets and liabilities for which the
PCC is responsible in law. 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.
There may be minor discrepancies in the totals as the pence are not being shown.
Cashflow Statement
The Charity has taken advantage of the exemption in FRS102 from the requirement to produce
a Cash flow statement on the grounds that the income does not exceed £500,000.
Going Concern
There are no material uncertainties related to events or conditions that cast significant doubt
on the charity's abilityto continue as a going concern.
Accounting Estimates and Prioryear Errors
No changes to accounting estimates have occurred in the reporting period.
No material prior year errors have been identified in the reporting period.
Description of Funds
Unrestricted funds are income funds of the PCC that are available for spending on the
general purposes of the PCC, including amounts designated by the PCC for fixed assets for its
own use or for spending on a future project and which are therefore not incLuded in its "free
reserves" as discLosed in the trustees, annual report.
Restricted funds comprise oftwo elements:
a) income from trusts or endowments which may be expended only on those restricted
objects provided in the terms of the trust or bequest
b) donations or grants received for a specific object or invited by the PCC for a specific object.
The funds may only be expended on the specific object for which theywere given. Any balance
remaining unspent at the end of each year must be carried forward as a balance on thatfund.
The PCC does not usually invest separateLy for each fund. Where there is no separate
investment, interest is apportioned to individual funds on an average balance basis.
Endowment funds are restricted funds that must be retained as trust capital either
permanently or subject to a discretionary power to spend capital as income, and where the
use of any income or other benefit derived from the capital may be restricted or unrestricted.
Full details of all their restrictions are shown in the notes to the accounts.
Income
Planned giving, collections and donations are recognised when received or when the PCC
becomes entitled to the resource and the monetary value can be measured with sufficient

reliability. 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 due and the monetary value can be measured with sufficient reliabiLity. Dividends are
accounted for when receivable. interest is accrued. All other income is recognised when it is
receivable. AIL incoming resources are accounted for gross.
Expenditure
Grants and donations are accounted for when paid over, or when awarded, if that award
creates a binding or constructive obligation on the PCC. The diocesan common fund is
accounted for when due. Amounts received specificallyfor mission are deaLt with as
restricted funds. ALL other expenditure is generally recognised when it is incurred and is
accounted for gross.
Governance and Support Costs
Support costs shouLd be allocated between governance costs and other support. Governance
costs comprise all costs involving public accountability of the PCC and its compliance with
regulation and good practice.
Support costs incLude centraLfunctions and have been allocated to activity Cost categories on
a basis consistent with the use of resources eg by allocating staff costs by time spent and
other costs by their usage.
Fixed Assets
Consecrated and benefice property is not included in the accounts by s.10(2)la)&(C) of the
Charities Act 2011.
Moveable church furnishings held by the Vicar and Churchwardens on specialtrust forthe
PCC and which require 8 facultyfor disposal are inalienabLe property, Listed in the Church's
inventory, which can be inspected {at any reasonable time). For anything acquired priorto
2000 there is insufficient cost information available and therefore such assets are notvalued
in the financial statements.
Investments
Investments in quoted shares, traded bonds and similar investments are valued initially at
cost and subsequently at market value at the year end. Investments held for re-sale are
treated as current asset investments.
Debtors
Debtors are measured on initiaL recognition at settlement amount. Subsequentlythey are
measured at cash expected to be received.
Creditors and Accruals
Creditors are measured at settlement amounts less anytrade discounts. Accruals are
measured on best estimate of the amount required to settle the obLigation at the reporting
date.

The PCC of Christ Church, Stone
Financial Statements forthe year ended 31 December2024
Statement of Financial Activities
Prior
Unrestrlcted Designated Restrlcted Endowment Total year
funds
funds
funds
funds
funds total
funds
Receipts
Donations and legacies
Income from charitable activities
Other trading activities
Investments
Other income
Total income
69,922
20.928
1,363
1,045
16,847
86,769 116,270
20,928 16.761
2,606 2,398
1.136 129
1,242
90
93,258
18,180
111,438 135,557
Payments
Raising funds
1,189
Expenditure on charilable activities 96.575
Other expenditure
Totsl expenditure
1,189 1,671
113,573 112,487
16,998
97.764
16.998
114.762 114.158
Net income l {expenditure)
resources before transfer
{4,506)
1,182
13,3241 21,399
Transfers
Gross transfers be￿een fvnds- in 19,029
Gross Iransfers between fvnds - out
Other recognised gains I losses
Gainsllosses on investment assets
Gains on revaluation, fixed assets.
charity's own use
Net movement in funds
19,029 15,768
{19.029} (15.768)
(19.0291
110
14,524
(19,029)
1,182
13,3241 21,509
Reconciliation of funds
Total funds brought forward
(11,489)
157,099
76,652
222,262 200,753
Total funds carried fonvard
Represented by
3,035
138,069
77,834
218,938 222,262
Unrestricted
General fund
Designated
Cecilia Wilding Legacy
Designated Fund
Christine Burslem Fund
Diane Schemilt Fund
Irene Gassor Legacy Designated
Fund
Restricted
Agency collection
Development Fund
Gertrude Pickering Fund
Rock Youth Ministry
3,035
3.035 (11,4891
36,648
17.982
2,000
81,439
36,648 36,648
17,982 37,011
2,000 2,000
81,439 81,439
11.722
2.097
64,015
11,722 11,722
2.097 2,081
64,015 62,848

The PCC of Christ Church, Stone
Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
Balance Sheet
Asat
3111212024
3111212023
Fixed assets
Investments
2.081
2.081
2.081
2.081
CUr￿￿t assets
Cash Al Bank And In Hand
220.574
220.574
222.762
222.762
Llablllilos
Crodilors.. Amounts Falling Due In One Year
3.717
3.717
2.582
2,582
Net current assels less ¢urr¢nl liabilitios
216.B56
220 180
Total assets loss current Ilabililie$
218.9J8
222.262
Liabilities
Total net assets less Ilabillties
218.93B
222,262
Reprcsentcd by
Unre5trictcd
UnresiTicied- General Funds
Oosignatod
Designaied. Cecilia Vthlding Legacy Designated Fund
Designaied- Christine Bursleni Fiind
Dcsignaied DTano Schemilt Fund
De51gnaled- Irene Gassor Legacy Designated Fund
Restrfcted
Reslricied- Developmenl Fund
Reslricled Gertnjde Pickenng Fund
Resiricied - Rock Youlh Minisiry
Fund Totsls
3.035
111.4891
36,648
17.982
2,000
81.439
36.648
37.011
2.000
11.722
2.097
64.015
218.938
11.722
2.081
62.848
222,262
Approved by the PCC on
2025 and signed on ils behalf by..
The notes on the following pages form part of these accounts.
The PCC of Christ Church, Stone

Financial Statements forthe year ended 31 December 2024
Statement of Assets and Liabilities - 2024
Class and nominal code
General Designated Restricted Endowment Total
Last
year
Fixed Asset- Investments
6430.. CCLA investment fund -
Pickering
Total
CurrentAsset- Cash At BankAnd In Hand
6501: Bank current account
6505: Rock Youth 6549
6506: Rock Youth 0617
6510.. CBF deposit account
6590.. Petty Cash
Total
Liability - Agency Accounts
6699.. Agency collections
Total
Liability - Creditors: Amounts Falling Due In One Year
Z04= Accounts Payable
1,531
Total
1,531
2,081
2,081 2,081
2.081
2,081 2.081
(56)
138,C69
33,536
4,245
40.157
171,549 174.911
4,252 4,170
44.034 42.942
719
719
20
20
220,574 222,762
3,877
719
20
4,566
138,069
77,938
2,186
2.186
2,186 1,050
2,186 1,050
1,531 1,531
1.531 1,531
Net total assets
3.035
138.069
Statement of Assets and Liabilities - 2023
77,834
218,938 222,262
Class and nominal code
General Designated Restricted Endowment Total
Last
year
Fixed Asset - Investments
6430: CCLA investment fund-
Pickering
Total
Current Asset- Cash At Bank And In Hand
6501.. Bank current account
(14,573) 157.099
6505.. Rock Youth 6549
6506.. Rock Youth 0617
6510= CBF deposit account
6590: Petty Cash
Total
Liability - Agency Accounts
6699.- Agency collections
Totsl
Liability - Creditors: Amounts Falling Due In One Year
Z04: Accounts Payable
1.531
Total
1,531
2,081
2.081 1,971
2,081 1,971
2,081
32.385
4,170
39.065
174.911 155.833
4,170 4,109
42.942 39.086
719
697
20
20
222,762 199,745
3,877
719
20
(9,9571 157,099
75,620
1,050
1.050
1,050 964
1.050 964
1,531
1,531
Net total assets
11.489
157.099
76.652
222.262 200,753
The PCC of Christ Church, Stone
Financial Statements fortheyear ended 31 December 2024
Fund movement summary-2024
Fund
CBFund
Designated
Sub-totals
Opening Incoming Outgoing Transfers GainslLosses Journals Closing
37.011
37.011
19.029
(19,029)
17.982
17,982

DEVELOP
Restricted
Sub-totals
11.722
11.722
11,722
11,722
DSFund
Designated
Sub-totals
2,000
2.000
2,000
2,000
Gassor Legacy
Designated
Sub-totals
81,439
81,439
81,439
81,439
Gertrude
Restricted
Sub-totals
2,081
2,081
15
15
2,097
2,097
Rock
Restricted
Sub-totals
62,848
62.848
18,165
18.165
16,998
16,998
64,015
64,015
Wilding Legacy
Designated
Sub-totals
36,648
36,648
36.648
36,648
General
Unrestricted
Sub-totsls
11.489
93.258
111,489) 93,258
97.764
97,764
19.029
19,029
3.035
3,035
Totals
222,262 111.438
114.762
218.938
Fund description
Designated funds:
Irene Gassor Legacy- funds used for projects relevant to the donor, where possible,
and agreed by the PCC
Cecelia Wilding Legacy- funds used for projects relevant to the donor, where
possible, and agreed by the PCC
Christine Burslem Legacy - funds used for projects relevant to the donor, where
possible, and agreed by the PCC
Diane Schemilt Legacy - funds used for projects relevant to the donor, where
possible, and agreed by the PCC
Restricted funds:
Development Fund - for the development and upkeep of the Church Centre
Gertrude Pickering Fund - to provide gifts, at or about Christmas, to the sick or poor
of the parish
Rock Youth Ministry - Rock Youth Ministry funds are donated (and gift aided) by
church members to cover the salary of the Children and Families Worker
Fund movementsummary-2023
Fund
CBFund
Designated
Sub-totals
Opening Incomlng Outgoing Transfers GainslLosses Journals Closing
37,011
37.011
37,011
37.011
DEVELOP
Restricted
Sub-totals
11.722
11,722
11,722
11,722
DSFund
Designated
Sub-totsls
2.000
2,000
2,000
2,000

Gassor Legacy
Designated
Sub-totals
83.909
83,909
1,701
1,701
768
17681
81,439
81,439
Gertrude
Reslricled
Sub-totals
1.971
1,971
110
110
2,081
2,081
Rock
Restricted
Sub-totals
50.541
50,541
10.405
10,405
1,902
1,902
62,848
62,848
Wilding Legacy
Designated
Sub-totals
36.784
36,784
135
135
36,648
36.648
General
Unrestricted
Sub-totsls
15,826
15,826
86,141
86,141
112,322
1,134
112,322 {1,134)
11,489
111,4891
Totals
200,753 135,557
114,158
110
222,262
Analysis of income and expenditure - 2024
Total
This
year
Unrestricted Designated Restricted Endowment
Last
year
RECEIPTS
Donations and legacies
0101 GiftAid- Bank
0110- GiftAid- Envelopes
0201 Other planned giving
0301 Loose plate collections
0501 One-off GiftAid gifts
0550- Donations appeals etc
0601- Tax recoverable on Gifl Aid
0701 Legacies
0901 Other funds generated
Donations and legacies Totals
Income from charitsble activities
1101 Fees for weddings and
funerals
1210 - Bookstall sales
1230 - Church hall lettings
Income from charitable
activities Totsls
Other trading activities
0910- Rummage sales & events 125
1250- Magazine income from
advertising
846
1260 - Parish magazine sales
other trading activities Totals
Investments
1001 Dividends
1020- Bank and building society
interest
Investments Totsls
Receipts Grand totals
60.214
1,746
60,214 40,642
1,746
1.924
9,275
19,816
3,748
2,308
2,970
3,755
932
1,563
3,498
4,061
643
39.011
3,743
3,191
86.769 116,270
9,275
3,748
700
657
2,270
275
3,498
643
2.214
69,922
1,529
16,847
3,827
645
16,455
3,827
1,234
645
560
16,455 14,966
20,928 16.761
20,928
1,242
1,367
846
1,196
749
393
1,363
393
2.606
454
2.398
1,242
1,000
45
15
1,015
120
75
129
1,045
93.258
90
18.180
1,136
129
111,438 135.557
PAYMENTS
Raising funds
1730 - Costs of fetes & other
events
Raising funds Totals
1,189
1,189
1,671
1,189
1,189
1,671

Expenditure on charitsble activities
1801 Charitable giving
2.584
1910 - Parish share
42,466
2001- Assistant staff costs
2050 - Salary of parish
administrator
2101- Working expenses of
incumbent
1,882
2170- Education
305
2201 Parish training and mission 255
2301 Church running- insurance 3,726
2310 - Church office - telephone
149
2320- Organ I piano luning
55
2330 - Church maintenance
100
2331 Cleaning
2,032
2340 - Upkeep of se)vices
4,595
2350 - Upkeep of churchyard
8.744
2360 - Administration
9,425
2370 - Visiting speakers I loGums
2401 Church running - electric
623
2410- Church running- gas
7,696
2420- Church running- water
71
2510 - Bookstall costs
632
2530 - Hall running electricity
2,027
2560- Hall running - Maintenan￿ 352
2570 - Hall running telephone
508
2580 - Hall running - water
348
2601 Governance costs
examinationlaudit fee
Expenditure on charitable
activities Totals
Payments Grand totals
2,584
7,134
42,466 41.458
16,922 15,892
7,505
9,906
16.922
7,505
1,882
305
255
3.726
149
55
100
2,032
4,595
8,744
9,501
2,066
400
3,563
58
209
2,117
4,530
671
8,452
47
598
10,111
70
1.063
2,435
467
457
329
76
623
7,696
71
632
2,027
352
508
348
495
495
453
96,575
97.764
16.998
113,573 112,487
114,762 114,158
16.998
Staff Costs
2024
2023
Wages & Salaries
Employers Pension
Employers National Insurance
Average number of employees
£ 23,529
£227
£671
2 24.847
£240
£711
During the yearthe PCC employed two Administrators (both part-time) and a Youth Worker.
There were no employee benefits to key management personnel in the previous orcurrent year.
The PCC use the National Employment Savings Trust (NEST), via the Diocesan Payroll Scheme, for its
pension payments.

Trustees, Remuneration & Expenses
1 trustee is employed by the PCC.
P Cuthbert is the Children's and Families Worker and was paid £16,12212023: £14,349). The PCC paid
£227 and ££671 in pension contributions and National Insurance respectively in connection with this
employment. were made bythe PCC in connection with this employment. P Cuthbert does not take
part in PCC discussions in connection with their salary.
1 Trustee has been reimbursed £1,882 (2023: £2,066 for travel and phone expenses incurred during
the year
Related Parties
No other expenses were paid to any other PCC member, persons closely connected to them, or related
parties.
Donations from related parties IPCC members) totalled £13,94412023: £11,265) .
Fixed Asset Investments
Change in
market
value
At31st
Dec
At1st
Jan
Additions
Disposals
Transfers
Restricted Funds
Gertrude Pickering
2.081
63
2,144
Total
2,081
63
2,144
The Charity of Gertrude Pickering, togetherwith the Vicar and Wardens of Christ Church Stone, merged
with the Charity of the Parochial Church Council of Christ Church Stone. As such, 1,438 shares held
with the CCLAwere transferred to the PCC and are held in a restricted fund. The income from this
investment is to provide gifts, at or about Christmas, to the sick or poor of the parish.
Prior Year Comparative
Statement of Financial Activities for the year ended 31 December 2023
Unrestricted Designated Restricted Endowment Total
funds
funds
funds
funds
funds
Prior year
total
funds
Receipts
Donations and legacies
Income from charitable activities
Other Irading activities
Investments
Other income
Total income
66,853
16.761
2,398
129
39,011
10,405
116.270 91.753
16.761 12.602
2,398 2,246
129
72
86,141
39,011
10,405
135,557 106,674
Payments
10

Raising funds
903
Expenditure on charitable activities 111,419
Other expenditure
Total expenditure
768
1.068
1,671
1,767
112,487 101.009
112.322
1,836
114,158 102.777
Net income l (expenditure)
resources before transfer
(26,1811
37,175
10,405
21,399 3,897
Transfers
Gross transfers between funds- in 7,317
Gross transfers be￿een funds -
out
(8,451)
Other recognised galns I losses
GaIns￿osSeS on investment assets
Gains on revaluation. fixed assets.
charity's own use
Net movement In funds
8,451
{6,549)
15,768 130,709
(15,768) (130,709)
(768)
110
110
(3061
21,509 3,591
(27,3141
36,406
12,417
Reconciliation of funds
Totsl funds brought forward
15,826
120.692
64.235
200,753 197,162
Total funds carried forward
{11.489)
157.099
76,652
222.262 200.753