City Church Chester
Report and Accounts Year ended 28 February 2023
1 Lamb's Passage, London EC1Y 8AB www.stewardship.org.uk
CITY CHURCH CHESTER YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2023 LEGAL & ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS ADDRESS FOR CORRESPONDENCE City Church Chester 11 Sheldon Avenue Vicars Cross Chester CH3 5LF GOVERNING DOCUMENT Declaration ol Trust dated 2012, amended Ortober 2014 CHARITY REGISTRATION NUMBER 1159254 TRUSTEES RESPONSIBLE FOR MANAGING THE CHARITY Jonathan Keegan Matthew Chilvers Luke Cassell Phil Jones BANKERS HSBC INDEPENDENT EXAMINER Archie McDowall BA, CA Stewardship 1 Lamb's Passage LONDON EC1Y8AB INDEX Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Appendix Legal & Administrative Details Independent Examiner's Report Receipts and Payments Account Statement of Assets & Liabilities Notes lo the Accounts Trustees. report Page 1
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF CITY CHURCH CHESTER I report to the trustees on my examination ol the accounts of City Church Chester I'lhe charilll lor the year ended 28 February 2023 on pages 3 to 5 following. Responslbllltles and basls of report As the trustees ol the charity you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance wth the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 I'the 2011 Act'}- I report in respect ol my examination of the charity's a¢¢ounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 14515llbl of the 2011 Act. Independent examiner's statement I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come lo my allenlion in connection with the examination giving me cause lo believe that in any material respect= accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 01 the 2011 Act,. or 2. the accounts do not accord with the accounting records. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection wth the examination to which attention should be drawn in order lo enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Archie McDowall BA, CA Stewardship 1 Lamb's Passage LONDON EC1Y 8AB Dale.. 6 November 2023 Page 2
CITY CHURCH CHESTER RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2023 General Funds Restricted Funds 2023 2022 Note$ Income receipts Donations, legacies and grants Gilt aid receipts Income from charitable activitie$ Other 25,028 4,439 3,550 28,577 4,439 20,880 4,257 29,487 3,550 33,016 25,138 Total receipts 29,467 3,550 33,016 25,136 Payments Payments relation to ¢haritable activities undertaken directly 24,733 24,733 Grants paid in relation to charitable activities undertaken by others 5,245 3,050 8,294 6,780 Totalp8yments 29,978 3,050 33,027 26,691 Net of receipts I Ipaymenlsl before transfers soo 11,5551 Transfers between funds Net movement in funds soo 11,5551 Cash funds as al last year end Cash funds at this year end 10,506 15 10,521 12,075 9,995 515 10,509 10,521 The notes on page 5 form part of these accounts. Page 3
CITY CHURCH CHESTER STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2023 General funds R8slricled funds 2023 2022 A Ca$h fund8 Cash al bank Petty cash 9,897 97 515 10,412 97 10,423 97 515 B Other monetary as$ets Gift aid du8 to charity 3,800 3,800 3,800 3,800 3,200 3,200 C Liabilities F88 for Independent Examination 900 900 900 900 840 840 D Asset$ retained for charity's own use Curr8nt value Equipment 18,000 18,000 Current values have estirnated by th8 truste8S. Th8 accounts were approved by the Irus18es and sign8d on their behalf date.. 7 S8Pt8mb8r 2023 Jonathan Keegan Th8 notes on pag8 5 fomi part of these accounts. Pag8 4
CITY CHURCH CHESTER NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2023 1 Accountlng pollcles The atcounts have been prepared on a ietapts and payments basis and tomprise a statement thht shows the chariiis receipts hnd payments a stsiement thaisumm8riSÈS ihe charitys assets and I18bililies relat ft0s. The aCCOuntanty prtrlèssion have determined that onlyaccounts prepared in attordartè with applit8blÈ accounting standards PTÈsÈni a'true and lairf view 8nd. as thèse retèipts and payments accounts have ntrt (and CantI be prepared in atttrrdance with aCCOuniing standards. these accounts do not present18nd 8re not Intended presentl a,e GenÈrhl lunda Rèstrlct Funds Tothl 2023 Tot 2022 2 Paymènts In relaOn kn tharftable &cvIe$ undertaken dlrectly Rent Pastorhl Servlces IN0 41 Insuiance Support sèrvices Church activibes Repairs. mainienanttè and equipmènt IndepereTht examination 5,160 8,$30 309 2,166 4,769 2,%9 5,160 8,$30 309 2,166 4,769 2,%9 7.950 299 1.91M 3.977 24,733 24,733 3 Grants pald In ron to charltable undertaken bY0tlS OrganiSationa-. Opèration Mobilisalion IOMI Avail Grace Glthal Htrriztrns Ilndial Mission Life Grace Home1 Orop in Ukrainè OffÈrin¢ Mercy Prett8 Hearts ol Love Ukrainè Offèring- Baptist Church ol Polhnd Les Wheeldon Othei organisationa < £l.000 IndNidus l.SOO 1.400 1,700 1,700 1,200 1,000 1,200 1,000 1,482 1,482 92S SOS 1.200 1.1 1.1 846 380 79 SOS l.S80 1.000 6.780 5,24S 3.0S0 8,294 4 Transactlons ¥th related pArtle8 The charitydoès t have any Èmployeès. Matthèw Chilvers. a TruStÈe. ¥¥as pd a eonsuttancy lee 01 £7.970 12022". £7.9501 for Pastordl Sèrvices. This payment is pennItt by the Chaiily's govèrning dotumèni. No amounts were pald, or are payable, hnyother trustee or to any person connect to them. 5 Movemeni on restrltted funds Balance at 28 Feb 2022 Receyts Payments Tr8nsleis 28 Feb 2023 ResknCd lunds Onè Way Mission.. Les Wheeldon Ukrainè Fund Foodbank Fund 18461 I2.2) 2,703 soo 15 515 30 3.050 Phge 5
Trustees’ annual report (including Directors’ report) for the period
From: 1[st] March 2022 To: 28[th] February 2023
Charity name: City Church Chester
Charity registration number: 1159254
Objectives and activities
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | (a) Advancement of the Christian faith for the benefit of the public in Chester, the UK and the world as the Trustees see fit (b) Advancement of the education of the public in the Christian faith in Chester, the UK and the world as the Trustees see fit (c) To relieve persons in need financially, physically or mentally in Chester (d) To promote other charitable purposes beneficial to the community and the public generally |
| Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. |
Para 1.17 and 1.19 |
The current activities of the Charity in relation to the Objects are:- (a) Maintaining a place of Worship and weekly worship meetings fully open to the public. Meetings are held on Sunday mornings at Campbell Community Hall and during the week in people’s homes. Sunday School and creche are also run weekly to serve the children of the church and the public. (b) Preaching and proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ and engaging in evangelism and missionary activities. This is outworked through outreach events and one on one relational evangelism (c) Providing pastoral care to those attending the church and giving spiritual and practical help to such persons and members of the public. The Elders of the church provide this along with those running Student Work for the pastoral support of |
| students at Chester University. One of the Elder’s also chairs the Advisory Committee for the CU along with other church leaders in Chester. (d) Providing financial or practical help to people suffering from financial need or the effects of sickness or disability. This happens as and when the Trustees see fit. (e) Providing facilities for members of the church and the public with the object of improving their health and/or quality of life. This happens specifically at Homeless Drop in sessions, Care Home visits and worship times (as requested by the residents) |
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| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | In planning the activities the Trustees have applied the guidance on Public Benefit issues by the Charity Commission. |
Additional information (optional)
You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: SORP reference
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| Policy on grant making | Para 1.38 | |
| Policy on social investment including program related investment |
Para 1.38 | |
| Contribution made by volunteers |
Para 1.38 | Volunteers form an integral part of the work of City Church Chester. There are no employees of the Charity and all activities happen as a result of the dedication and commitment of members of the Church who act as Volunteers in multiple areas of the Charitable work. This includes volunteers in the areas of:- • Sunday School, • Homeless ministry, • Pastoral Team, • Welcome Team, • Tech Teams, • Women’s & Men’s Bible Study Leaders, |
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Community and church Lunches,
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• Foodbank Co-ordinators, • Children’s Buddys,
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Administration; and
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Worship teams.
Other
Achievements and performance
| Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. |
Para 1.20 | (a) The Charity income for 2022-23 was over £33,000.00 This was an increase on the previous year so the charity is maintaining itself and there are no concerns as to the ongoing capacity of the charity. (b) There are new member of the church and although the number of young families has reduced the number of older members has increased. There is a good mix of ages and we have had baptisms of new believers this year with more baptisms planned. (c) There are now two Sunday School groups 2-5 year olds and 6 upwards. (d) The Charity still gives to the local foodbank weekly and is in good contact with the local foodbanks maintaining a list of the most required items. (e) The giving to Missionary’s abroad has increased this year including gifts to the work in Thailand, Bolivia, Ukraine & India. (f) The giving to those in financial hardship has also increased. |
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Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
Para 1.41 Achievements against objectives set
Performance of fundraising Para 1.41 activities against objectives set Para 1.41 Investment performance against objectives Other
Financial review
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| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | The Charity keeps a reserve of £2,500.00 and has never gone below the reserve amount since the reserve was made. The total funds held at the end of the year are £9,993.97.The Trustees intention is to continue to use the general funds that are in excess of the reserve to increase giving to missionaries and missional work in Chester, Nationally and abroad. |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | The reserves are held to be able to give to various national, international and local charitable causes as and when required. |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | £ 9,993.97 |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | There are various monthly outgoings such as rent, website etc that must be paid every month so a reserve is required in the event that the monthly giving dropped dramatically for some reason in order that those contracts/leases could be paid as required until the contract/lease could be ended. |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | N/A |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 | There are no concerns in this respect. If any issue arise the Trustees will deal with the uncertainty as it arises. |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
Para 1.47
The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) Para 1.46 Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted Para 1.46 A description of the principal risks facing the charity Other
Structure, governance and management
| Description of charity’s trusts: |
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| Type of governing document: for example,trust deed, memorandum and articles of association etc |
Para 1.25 | Trust deed dated February 2012 as amended by deed dated October 2014 |
| How is the charity constituted? for example limited company, unincorporated association, CIO |
Para 1.25 | Trust deed |
| Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees |
Para 1.25 | Every Trustee must be appointed for a term of three years by a resolution of the Trustees passed at a special meeting (under Clause 15 of the Trust Deed) |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
Policies and procedures Para 1.51 adopted for the induction and training of trustees Para 1.51 The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works
Para 1.51 Relationship with any related parties Other
Reference and administrative details
| Charity name | City Church Chester |
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| Other name the charity uses | - |
| Registered charity number | 1159254 |
| Charity’s principal address | 11 Sheldon Avenue, Vicars Cross, Chester, CH3 5LF |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
| Trustee name Office (if any) Dates acted if not for whole year Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) 1 Matthew Chilvers Chair 2 Jonathan Keegan 3 Luke Cassell 4 Phil Jones 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Corporate trustees–names of the directors at the date the report was approved Director name N/A |
Trustee name | Office (if any) | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole **year ** |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) |
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| Matthew Chilvers | Chair | ||||
| Jonathan Keegan | |||||
| Luke Cassell | |||||
| Phil Jones | |||||
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Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
| Trustee name | Dates acted if not for whole year |
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– Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others N/A
Description of the assets held in this capacity Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
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Other optional information
Declarations
The company has taken advantage of the small companies’ exemption in preparing the report above.
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report (including directors’ report) above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees/directors
Signature(s) P Jones
J Keegan
Jonathan Keegan
Full name(s) Philip Jones Position (for example Trustee Secretary, Chair, etc)
Trustee
Date 7 September 2023