St Peter's churc￿ Chertsey . Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
St Peter's Parochial Church Council
Report and Financial Statements
Year Ending 31 December 2024
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St Peter's Church, Chertsey . Report and Finallcial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
Aims and Purposes
St. Peterfs Parochial Church Council (PCC) has the responsibility of cooperating with the incumbent,
in promoting the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical. The PCC
is also responsible for the Maintenan￿ and development of the church buildings.
Objectives and Activities
The primary objective of the PCC is the promotion of the gospel of Jesus Christ according to the
doctrines and practices of the Church of England. We are committed to ministering as widely as
possible across the community of Chertsey in order to draw men, women and children into a living
relationship with Jesus Christ and to serve. unreservedly, the wider community.
One significant development saw the retirement of the incumbent, Canon Tim Hillier, and the start of a
interregnum from 1st November 2024. The remaining Leadership team managed both the busy
Christmas period and the creation of the Parish profile to support the advertising process for the new
priest-in-charge.
The PCC also aims to operate a policy of tithing 100/0 of the church's income from congregational
giving to the General Fund. Every three years the PCC identifies four or five charitable trusts (local,
national and international) to be recipients of our tithe. In addition to this, funds are raised and given
to other charitable trusts each year. For 2024, the PCC agreed to commit £12,000 from voluntary
income - representing 8 % of congregational income.
The church is part of the Benefice of Chertsey, Lyne and Longcross within the Runnymede Deanery
and Anglican Diocese of Guildford.
Financial Review
The 2024 accounts show a positive carry forward of funds as the Church has now operated for a full
year following the re-ordering project completion. Total General Fund Income was £251,071 assisted
by increased hall hire income. Expenses were managed closely despite the ongoing impact of
inflation and there was an insurance claim payment to cover the replacement of the boilers damaged
by a break-in.
The Total General Fund Expenditure was £252,557 resulting in a deficit on this fund of £1,242 -
balanced with the Coffee Break Fund surplus of £244. This leaves reserves of £20,914 and £706 to
carry forward respectively.
Total receipts on the Restoration fund were £9,482 following completion of the project. Total
expenditure is shown as £38,328 as the building related items are depreciated over a 10-year period.
The carry forward balance of this fund is £320,428.
During the year the total fund balances reduced from £374.974 to £344,625. The average number of
people in our regular giving scheme each month was 72 - a reduction due to leavers, compared to 80
last year.
Reserves Policy
The PCC works towards maintaining its General Reserve so that they are at least equivalent to 3
months, expenses, should there be sufficient funds available to enable this. As at 31 December 2024
the General Fund rèpresented 30 days of cover (LY 34).
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St Peter's Church, Chertsey . Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
Structure, Governance and Management
The method of appointment of church members is set out in the church representation rules. All
church attendees are encouraged to register on the Electoral Roll, who are then eligible for @lection to
the PCC. The PCC of St. Peter's Church is a registered charity with the Charities Commission
number 1159207.
The elected members of the PCC are the trustees of the charity. Any individuals co-opted or in
attendance at any PCC meetings have been, and will in future be, at the specrfic invitation of the
elected PCC. Such individuals have no legal standing as trustees or voting rights on the PCC.
Administrative Information
st. Peter's Parochial Church is situated in Chertsey, Surrey. It is part of the Diocese of Guildford,
within the Church of England. The correspondence address is London Street, Chertsey, Surrey KT16
8AS.
Members of the Parochial Church Council
All the members of the Parochial Church Council were elected at the APCM. The members of the
Parochial Church Council during the year were".
Vicar
Canon Tim Hillier
[until 31 October 2024]
Chairman
Curate
Rev. Sue Phillips (OLM) (Ex Officio Member)
Asst. Minister
Rev. Christine Pattinson (Ex Officio Member)
Ministry Team
Canon Tim Hillier (Ex Officio Member) [until 31 October 2024]
George Hobbs (LLM) (Ex Officio Member)
Rev. Sue Phillips (OLM) (Ex Officio Member)
Rev. Christine Pattinson (Ex Officio Member)
Churchwardens
David Phillips
Janet Alexander
Elected members
Jacqueline Churchman
Dominic Maher
Ronald Howell
Christine Leach
lan Osman
James Robertson
Laura South
James Teader
Victoria Kennedy
Jean Warwick
Carolyn Clark
David Tucker
Secretary
Treasurer
DBSISafeguarding
Co-opted members
Annie Burnham
Clare Rice
Stuart Boreham [until March 2024]
Deanery Synod Reps
Rosemary Richards
Kate Schuil
Sarah Howarth
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St Peter's Church. Chertsey . Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
Approved by the Parochial Church Council on the 17th March 2025 and signed on its behalf by .
Jan Alexander (Church Warden)
Chairman
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St Peter's Church, Chertsey . Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31 Decembei. ?0?4
Independent Examiner Statement
I report on the accounts of the PCC for the year ended 31 December 2024, which are set out on
pages 6 to 13.
Respective responsibilities of the PCC and examiner
The PCC is responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The PCC consider that an audit is not
required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an
independent examination is needed.
As examiner. it is my responsibility.. to examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act. to
follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under
section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act. and to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner s report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity
Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a
comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes Gonsideration of any
unusual Items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees
concerning any such matters. The proGedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that woljld
be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts preseiit a
'true and fair view, and the report is limited to those matters set out in the next statement.
Independenl examinerfs statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
(1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements.. to
keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act, and to prepare accounts
which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011
Act have not been met., or
(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of
the accounts to be reached
John W Foster, F
40 Ellingham Road, Chessington, KT9 2JA
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St Peter's Church, Chertsey . Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
Statement of Financial Activities
Unrestricted
Funds
Restricted
Total
Prior year
total funds
funds
funds
Incoming resources
Incoming resources from generated
funds
Voluntary income
Activities for generating funds
Investment income
Other incoming resources
Total income
206,656
25,736
13
19,510
251,915
1,983
208,638
25,736
363
26,660
261,397
363,587
22,870
1,722
52,919
441,100
349
7,150
9.482
Resources used
Charitable activities
Total expenditure
253,158
253,158
38,590
38,590
291,748
291,748
273,629
273,629
Net income l (expenditure)
resources before transfer
(1,243)
(29,108)
(30,351)
167,470
Total funds brought forward
22,861
352,113
374,974
207,504
Total funds carried fonmard
21.620
323,005
344,625
374,974
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St Peter's Church, Chertsey .' Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
Balance sheet
2024
2023
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
311,082
311.082
331,449
331,449
Current assets
Investments
Cash at bank and in hand
594
45,265
45,859
594
43,381
43,975
Liabilities
Creditors: Amounts falling due in one year
12,316
(12,316)
450
(450)
Total net assets less liabilities
344,625
374,974
Represented by
Unrestricted
General fund
20,914
22,400
Designated
Coffee Break- Charity Collections
706
461
Restricted
Belfry Fund
Restoration Fund
Uganda - Moyo Hospital Fund
1,519
320,428
1,058
1,781
349,274
1,058
Funds of the church
344 625
374,974
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St Peter's Church, Chertsey . Report and Fillancial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
Notes to the Accounts
Accounting Policies
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Charities Act 2011 and in
accordance with the Church Accounting Regulations 2006 governing the individual accounts of PCCS,
together with applicable accounting standards and the Statement of Recommended Practice,
Accounting and Reporting by Charities (SORP 2015).
The financial statements have been prepared on an accrual's basis under the historical cost
convention.
Incoming Resources
Recognition of Incoming Resources
These are inFluded in the Statement of Financial Activities (SOFA) when:
the PCC becomes legally entitled to the benefit of the use of the resources.
their ultimate receipt is virtually certain,. and
the monetary value can be measured with sufficient reliability
Grants and Donations
Grants and donations are included in the SOFA when any pre-conditions for their use by the PCC
have been met. For collections and planned giving this is when the funds are received.
Gift Aid Tax Claims on Cash Donations
Gift Aid and other tax claims are included in the SOFA in the same accounting period as the cash
donations to which they relate.
Volunteer Help
The value of any voluntary help received is not included in the accounts but is described in the
trustees, annual report.
Investment Income
This is included in the accounts when receivable.
Expenditure and Liabilities
Liability Recognition
Liabilities are recognized as soon as the legal or constructive obligation arises.
Grants Payable
These are recognized when a commitment has been made.
Outward Giving
Giving to charitable organizations represents approved PCC giving as a commitment from current
year activities.
Assets
Consecrated and benefice property
Consecrated and benefice property of any kind is excluded from the financial statements in
accordance with Section 10(2) (a) and (c) of the Charities Act 2011.
Moveable Church Furnishings
These are capitalised at cost and depreciated over their useful economic life other than where
insufficient cost information is available - in this case the item is not capitalized, but all items are
included in the Church's inventory in any case.
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St Peter's Church, Chertsey . Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
Tangible Fixed Assets
These are capitalised if they can be used for more than one year, and cost at least £1,000. They are
valued at cost and depreciated over their useful economic lives. The costs of the major re-ordering of
the church and renewal of chairs in 2023 are being depreciated over a ten-year period.
Short Term Deposits
These include cash held on deposit either with the CBF Church of England Funds or at the bank.
Funds
Unrestricted Funds
These represent the 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
future projects and which are therefore not included in its 'free reserves,.
RestrictedlDesignated Funds
Restricted Funds are those that are required by the donor to be spent for specific purposes.
Designated Funds are those that the PCC has decided should be used for designated purposes.
Fund
Purpose
General Fund
Unrestricted, undesignated, available for any of the PCC'S
objectives
Be5fry
Restricted for the expenses relating to the church bells and
tower
Uganda - Moyo Hospital Fund
Restricted for the fundraising of medical equipment
Coffee Break
Designated for the collection and distribution of funds raised
through specific Church events
Restoration Fund
Restricted for the expenses relating to the planned
redevelopment of the church and church hall.
Bankers
National Westminster Bank PLC.
CBF Church of England Deposit Fund.
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St Peter's Church, Chertsey ." Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
Analysis of Income and Expenditure
Unrestricted Desi
nated Restricted
2024
2023
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS
Incoming resources from generated funds - Voluntary Income
Planned giving
149,511
Income tax recovered on gift
20,969
aid
Collections & donations
Retirement Gift
Legacies
Children & family worker
Youth & children worker
Curates accommodation
Grants
1,190
393
150,701
21,362
132,039
42,916
5,054
27,377
844
400
6,298
27,377
92,498
49,135
1,000
900
900
2,000
205,812
2,000
208,638
46,000
363,587
Total
844
1,983
Incoming resources from generated funds - Activities for generating funds
Hall Hire
17,705
Fees income (gross)
6,671
Book sales
1.200
Catering
160
Social activities
17,705
6,671
1.200
16Q
9,450
9,393
472
1,844
1,710
22,870
Total
25.736
25,736
Incoming resources from generated funds - Investment income
Bank interest
13
349
382
1,722
Total
13
349
362
1.722
other incomlng resources
Misc Income
Deanery Admin
15,910
3.600
19,510
251,071
7,150
23,060
3,600
26,660
261,396
49,320
3,600
52,920
441,099
Total
INCOME TOTAL
7,150
9,482
844
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St Peter's Church, Chcrtsey . Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31 Dece]nber 2024
Unrestricted Desi
nated Restricted
2024
2023
EXPENDITURE
Charitable activities
ou￿ard giving
Local Outward Givlng
Retirement Gift
Parish share
Deanery
Telephone
Ministry team expenses
Curate accommodation
Fees payable to the DI0￿Se
Fees - Staff paid for services
Allar requisites and flowers
Advertising, Newslink, Bridge
Organ and piano tuning and repairs
Ofganist
Licenses and subscriptions
Youth and children's worker
Young church l youth work
Parent & toddler group
Adult training and teaching materials
12,000
419
27.377
101,220
543
465
1,240
600
12,600
419
27,377
101,220
543
465
1,240
12,400
526
97,562
543
406
1,232
9,600
2,027
3,290
181
1,627
2,977
1,627
2,977
625
360
832
625
360
832
150
721
721
986
29
Bellringers other expenses
Children and family worker
Children's Church Leader
Water rates manse
Gas. eleclriGity, water
Insurance
Verger I cleaner
288
12,635
8,177
288
12,635
8,177
12,540
8,000
717
11,518
5,215
4,718
11.467
5,503
7.5S4
11,467
5,503
7,564
Routine maintenance and cleaning
3,423
3,423
5.966
Extinguishers & security alarms
531
531
1,213
Audio visual and sound system
1,638
1,638
5,251
Depreciation on Hall repla￿ment windows
Secrelarial
2.033
2,033
22,071
2,033
21.392
22.071
Stationery, postage. telephone & sundries
Photocopier
Catering
Professional fees
General expenses
Deanery Admin
Building Project costs
Deprecialion on Re-ordering Project
Book Stall costs
Depreciation on New Chairs
670
2,968
733
1,148
17,364
3,800
670
2.968
733
1,148
17,626
3,600
1,207
33,019
2,372
2,068
291,748
291,748
1,491
2,681
7,670
22,450
16,286
3,600
3,605
7,825
262
1,207
33,019
2,372
2,068
38,590
38,590
517
273 630
273 630
Total 252,558
EXPENDITURE TOTAL 252,558
600
600
TOTAL INCOME LESS EXPENDITURE
244
29,108
30.349
167 470
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St Peter's Church, Chertsey . Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
Employee Emoluments
The number of persons employed by the PCC during the year was 9.
Total employment cost
£54,863
Including: Total social security costs
£3,045
Total pension costs
£2,866
The social security costs were within the limit of the Employment allowance for the year.
Members of the PCC paid a salary during the year were:
Annie Burnham
£12,270
Christine Leach
£21,929
Clare Rice
£8,180
Independent Examiners Remuneration
Total cost £0
Fixed Assets
Tangible assets
Church Hall New Chairs Church Re-ordering
Windows
Cost "(30. September 2023)
£10,165
£20,685°
£313.007"
Accumulated depreciation
£4,066
£517
£7,825
Net book value.. At 31st December 2023
£6,099
£20,168
£305,182
Additions during year
£16,754
Depreciation Charge for the year
£2,033
£2,069
£33,019
Net book value: At 3151 December 2024
£4,066
£18,099
£288,917
Grants received
2024
2023
Haberdashers
Guildford Diocese
Surrey CC
Garfield Weston
Beatrice Laing
£2,000
£NA
£NA
£NA
£NA
£3,000
£1,000
£17.000
£20,000
£5,000
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St Pcter's Church, Chertsey . Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
Liabilities of more than one year
There is a liability to pay £1359.12 a year on the photocopier lease until October 2030.
There is a new liability to pay £1750.84 a year on a new dishwasher lease until July 2027.
Fund movement by type
Opening
Incoming Outgolng
Transfers
Closlng
Belfry - Belfry Fund
Restricted
1,781
1.781
262
262
1,519
1,519
Sub-total for Belfry
Coffee Break- Coffee Break Fund
Designated
461
461
844
844
600
600
706
706
Sub-total for Coffee Break
Restore - Restoration Fund
Restricted
349,274
349,274
9,482
9,482
38,328
38,328
320,428
320.428
Sub-total for Restore
Uganda - Uganda - Moyo Hospital
Restricted
1,058
1,058
1,058
1,058
Sub-total for Uganda
General - General fund
Unrestricted
22,400
22,400
251,072
251,072
252,558
252,558
20,914
20,914
Sub-total for General
Grand total
374,974
261,398
291,747
344.625
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