Trustees' Annual Report for the period
Period start date Period end date 1[st] July 2024 30 June 2025 From To
Section A Reference and administration details
Charity name Other names charity is known by Registered charity number (if any) 1161858
Grace Church, Hilton
Charity's principal address 1 Washford Road Hilton Derby Postcode DE65 5HN
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole year |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) |
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| Chris Hammersley | Treasurer | |||
| Kevin Carter | ||||
| Mark Selby | Chair | |||
| Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees) | ||||
| Name | Dates acted if not for whole year | |||
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Section B Structure, governance and management
Description of the charity’s trusts
Constitution, adopted by the members of Grace Church Hilton
Type of governing document
CIO on the 26th of April 2015 and approved by the Charity Commission on (eg. trust deed, constitution) 27th of May 2015. As amended at a general meeting of the members and approved by the Charity Commission on 24th January 2023 Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) How the charity is constituted
- (eg. trust, association, company)
Appointed by a resolution passed at a properly convened meeting of the Trustee selection methods charity trustees who must have regard to the skills, knowledge and (eg. appointed by, elected by) experience needed for the effective administration of the CIO
Additional governance issues (Optional information)
You may choose to include additional information, where relevant, about:
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policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees;
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the charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works;
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relationship with any related parties;
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trustees’ consideration of major risks and the system and procedures to manage them.
Section C Objectives and activities
Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document
The purposes of the CIO are: the advancement of the Christian faith in accordance with the Basis of Faith and Doctrinal Distinctives primarily but not exclusively within Hilton, Derbyshire and the surrounding neighbourhood; and such other charitable purposes, as shall in the opinion of the charity trustees facilitate the charitable activities of the Fellowship or the advancement of the Christian faith, provided that such purposes must be carried out in a manner consistent with the Basis of Faith and Doctrinal Distinctives.
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Grace Church, Hilton exists to advance the Christian faith by presenting and commending the Christian faith to others and by helping Christians to grow in their faith so that they are better equipped to follow Jesus Christ and present His Gospel to others.
Having regard to the guidance on public benefit issued by the charity commission, below is a brief summary of the charity’s main activities undertaken for the period under review.
Public Services, time together and Home Groups
We hold weekly services in the Village Hall in Hilton, followed by a meal. The purpose of these services is to teach what we hold to be God’s word from the Bible and explain its relevance and implications to people living in the 21[st] century. These services are open to the public and are advertised by the Village Hall, through an advertising brochure that is sent out in the local area, through our own website and the FIEC website and through personal invitations to those we meet, as well as displaying posters for the church and the special events we run.
We also regularly meet in church member’s homes for meals together and to continue to focus on God’s word and encourage growth in the Christian faith.
Children
Summary of the main activities undertaken for the public benefit in relation to these objects (include within this section the statutory declaration that trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit)
We work hard to help the children feel included in the church fellowship, making the Bible teaching accessible to them and explaining and providing age-appropriate activities to enable them to learn of the Christian faith, whilst being included in main service times and meals along with adults.
Special events At various points through the year, we organise and hold special events in order to contribute to the life of our community positively and to help members of the public hear and investigate the message of the Christian faith. In the period under review we have: Led Christmas carol singing and given a message at a local pub. Organised and run a Christmas day meal and talk for those in the community who would otherwise have been on their own. Held an Easter day celebration service followed by a meal. All of these events were open to all members of the community and free of charge to all. Alongside this we have we have also taken part in the annual remembrance Sunday community commemoration on the memorial meadow in Hilton.
We have held a weekend away. This was a valuable time as a church as we spent time together, encouraged one another and benefitted from focussed times of Bible teaching, prayer and time to think about the year ahead as a church.
Community involvement
We seek to play an active role in the local community to serve, support and engage with other local people and groups. This has included:
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Various members of the church attending the community ‘warm space’ hub befriending others and offering help where we can
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Meeting with and caring for those facing difficult circumstances, or those who have questions about the Christian faith.
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Care for neighbours who are in ill health, or lonely
Partnering with others
We have continued to partner with other churches and Christian networks to further advance the Christian faith across the region and UK. As such we have continued to contribute to, support and join regional meetings of local churches and regional events (E.g. Men’s and women’s conventions, Derby church leaders’ group, joint new year service, Midlands Gospel Partnership events).
We have supported and visited local Derby churches to encourage and support them in their work.
We have continued to contribute to and engage with the work of the Fellowship of Independent Evangelical Churches (FIEC) and support its work financially. Alongside this, a mutually encouraging friendship with an FIEC member church in London has continued to grow.
Additional details of objectives and activities (Optional information)
You may choose to include further statements, where relevant, about:
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policy on grantmaking;
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policy programme related investment;
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contribution made by volunteers.
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Section D Achievements and performance
Summary of the main Through the period under review, we have been working to achieve our achievements of the charity charitable objectives and have been encouraged in the progress made in during the year achieving these. We have continued to advance the Christian faith Throughout the period, more members of the public have joined with us, through which we have been able to present and commend the Christian faith.
We have had opportunities throughout the period under review to share and commend the Christian faith with others, whether that be with people with whom relationships have been growing, or those who’ve attended our services, or made contact with us.
We have continued to help Christians to grow in their faith Through the regular services and meetings we hold, along with ongoing individual and group support within the church fellowship, we have seen members of the church fellowship continuing and growing in their faith.
We have also been able to contribute to the ongoing growth and encouragement of other churches in our region through joining in with regional networks and offering help to individual churches when they have needed this.
The church also remains an active member of the Fellowship of Independent Evangelical Churches (FIEC) and benefit from their support and input. These all contribute to helping Christians to grow in their faith and the advance of the Christian faith. We have continued to make a positive contribution to the community in which we are based. Throughout the period under review members of the church have been able to provide care and support for several members of the community who have been in need. We continue to appreciate and value the work of the church fellowship together in enabling the work of the charity to steadily progress over this period, for the public benefit. Sabbatical
We have enabled Mark – one of the elders and trustee of the charity – to have a sabbatical between January and Easter 2025. This enabled Mark to take some extended time to study and be refreshed. This has been of benefit both to Mark and to the church family. The material studied is now being taught to the church family and the refreshment provided through the sabbatical has enabled Mark to return to church ministries with renewed energy and enthusiasm.
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Section E Financial review The charity has set aside £10.Crf)O as funds designated for a church planting apprenticeship. Despite eriquiries, we have still not been able to find xomÉonÈ to COMe an apprentiee and arè aware of othÈr churches in similar situations also struggling to recruit apprentices. We will continue to make enquiries through the coming year. Brief statement of the charlty's pollcy on reserves Detalls of any fund$ matsrlally In deficlt Further financlal review detalls (Optional inforniationl As V11 as continuing to receive some donations from churches that support us in Dert)y. our needs are increasingly being met by giving from members of the church famity. This means have adequate funds to continue paying a stipend to one of the ethrsftrustees as an offir hokler. You may ch¢)ose to include additional infomation, where relevant about: the charity's wincipal Sources of fvnds {including any furKlraising); how expenditure has supported the key obj'ectives of the charity. investment policy and objectives including any eihirAI investment policy adopted. There are sufficient funds available to cover th8 budget V have set for the next period under review. Section F Other optional information Section G Declaration The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report abov•. Slgnod on b•half ol th• charlty's trust••s Slgnature(s) Full name(s) Posltlon (eg Secretary, Chair. etc) C-¥-v¥i Date zzl z4 TAR
Opening Balance: £27,751.70
INCOME
| INCOME | |||||
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| Date | Details | non-gift aid donation |
gift aided donation |
Total | |
| Giving | £5,485.00 | £10,125.00 | £15,610.00 | ||
| 03/07/23 | StAlkmunds Gift | £1,500.00 | £1,500.00 | ||
| 01/09/23 | Carter Books | £15.60 | £15.60 | ||
| 30/10/23 | GiftAid | £2,369.00 | £2,369.00 | ||
| 04/01/24 | Gift (Stewardship) | £628.80 | £628.80 | ||
| 29/01/24 | Complaint Gift | £25.00 | £25.00 | ||
| Total | £20,148.40 |
Sensitivity: Internal
| Expenditure | Expenditure | Room Hire CCLI/FIEC Website/ Insurance Weekend Away Festivals Schools FIEC Conference Evangelism Advertising Gifts/EMF Courses Sunday Resources Stationery Misc Total |
Room Hire CCLI/FIEC Website/ Insurance Weekend Away Festivals Schools FIEC Conference Evangelism Advertising Gifts/EMF Courses Sunday Resources Stationery Misc Total |
Room Hire CCLI/FIEC Website/ Insurance Weekend Away Festivals Schools FIEC Conference Evangelism Advertising Gifts/EMF Courses Sunday Resources Stationery Misc Total |
Room Hire CCLI/FIEC Website/ Insurance Weekend Away Festivals Schools FIEC Conference Evangelism Advertising Gifts/EMF Courses Sunday Resources Stationery Misc Total |
Room Hire CCLI/FIEC Website/ Insurance Weekend Away Festivals Schools FIEC Conference Evangelism Advertising Gifts/EMF Courses Sunday Resources Stationery Misc Total |
Room Hire CCLI/FIEC Website/ Insurance Weekend Away Festivals Schools FIEC Conference Evangelism Advertising Gifts/EMF Courses Sunday Resources Stationery Misc Total |
Room Hire CCLI/FIEC Website/ Insurance Weekend Away Festivals Schools FIEC Conference Evangelism Advertising Gifts/EMF Courses Sunday Resources Stationery Misc Total |
Room Hire CCLI/FIEC Website/ Insurance Weekend Away Festivals Schools FIEC Conference Evangelism Advertising Gifts/EMF Courses Sunday Resources Stationery Misc Total |
Room Hire CCLI/FIEC Website/ Insurance Weekend Away Festivals Schools FIEC Conference Evangelism Advertising Gifts/EMF Courses Sunday Resources Stationery Misc Total |
Room Hire CCLI/FIEC Website/ Insurance Weekend Away Festivals Schools FIEC Conference Evangelism Advertising Gifts/EMF Courses Sunday Resources Stationery Misc Total |
Room Hire CCLI/FIEC Website/ Insurance Weekend Away Festivals Schools FIEC Conference Evangelism Advertising Gifts/EMF Courses Sunday Resources Stationery Misc Total |
Room Hire CCLI/FIEC Website/ Insurance Weekend Away Festivals Schools FIEC Conference Evangelism Advertising Gifts/EMF Courses Sunday Resources Stationery Misc Total |
Room Hire CCLI/FIEC Website/ Insurance Weekend Away Festivals Schools FIEC Conference Evangelism Advertising Gifts/EMF Courses Sunday Resources Stationery Misc Total |
Room Hire CCLI/FIEC Website/ Insurance Weekend Away Festivals Schools FIEC Conference Evangelism Advertising Gifts/EMF Courses Sunday Resources Stationery Misc Total |
Room Hire CCLI/FIEC Website/ Insurance Weekend Away Festivals Schools FIEC Conference Evangelism Advertising Gifts/EMF Courses Sunday Resources Stationery Misc Total |
Room Hire CCLI/FIEC Website/ Insurance Weekend Away Festivals Schools FIEC Conference Evangelism Advertising Gifts/EMF Courses Sunday Resources Stationery Misc Total |
Room Hire CCLI/FIEC Website/ Insurance Weekend Away Festivals Schools FIEC Conference Evangelism Advertising Gifts/EMF Courses Sunday Resources Stationery Misc Total |
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| Date | Details | |||||||||||||||||
| OfficeHolderSupport | online | £7,799.88 | ||||||||||||||||
| 05/07/23 | EMF- MihaiChisari | online | £100.00 | £100.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 06/07/23 | VillageHall-June | online | £159.36 | £159.36 | ||||||||||||||
| 08/07/23 | HarriersAdvertisingBoard | online | £100.00 | £100.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 10/07/23 | VillageLife | online | £12.00 | £12.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 02/08/23 | VillageHall-July | online | £199.20 | £199.20 | ||||||||||||||
| 07/08/23 | EMF- MihaiChisari | online | £100.00 | £100.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 09/08/23 | VillageLife | onine | £12.00 | £12.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 05/09/23 | EMF- MihaiChisari | online | £100.00 | £100.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 11/09/23 | VillageLife | online | £12.00 | £12.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 14/09/23 | MS Sept23 | online | £50.00 | £86.28 | £136.28 | |||||||||||||
| 14/09/23 | VillageHall- August | online | £159.36 | £159.36 | ||||||||||||||
| 27/09/23 | AnniversaryLunch(KC) | online | £109.95 | £109.95 | ||||||||||||||
| 30/09/23 | VillageHall -September | online | £199.20 | £199.20 | ||||||||||||||
| 05/10/23 | MGP PartnershipDay (cH) | online | £30.00 | £30.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 09/10/23 | EMF- MihaiChisari | online | £100.00 | £100.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 09/10/23 | Village Life | online | £12.00 | £12.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 31/10/23 | ChristmasBanner | online | £31.35 | £31.35 | ||||||||||||||
| 06/11/23 | EMF- MihaiChisari | online | £100.00 | £100.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 09/11/23 | Village Life | online | £12.00 | £12.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 14/11/23 | MSNov 23 | online | £140.00 | £340.00 | £5.40 | £485.40 | ||||||||||||
| 14/11/23 | cH Nov23 | online | £30.00 | £55.01 | £85.01 | |||||||||||||
| 14/11/23 | VillageLife Chritsmas | online | £12.00 | £12.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 14/11/23 | VillageHall-October | online | £235.72 | £235.72 | ||||||||||||||
| 04/12/23 | VillageHall- November | online | £199.20 | £199.20 | ||||||||||||||
| 04/12/23 | YHA | online | £3,239.00 | £3,239.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 05/12/23 | EMF- MihaiChisari | online | £100.00 | £100.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 05/12/23 | MSDec23 | online | £35.92 | £25.50 | £17.49 | £23.32 | £88.06 | £190.29 | ||||||||||
| 05/12/23 | cH Dec23 | online | £116.57 | £5.99 | £122.56 | |||||||||||||
| 07/12/23 | Insurance | online | £379.14 | £379.14 | ||||||||||||||
| 11/12/23 | Village Life January | online | £12.00 | £12.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 02/01/24 | Christmas Eve Food | online | £88.44 | £88.44 | ||||||||||||||
| 02/01/24 | VillageHall- December | online | £207.84 | £48.48 | £154.96 | £411.28 | ||||||||||||
| 02/01/24 | Christmas Meal+B85 (KC) | online | £85.87 | £85.87 | ||||||||||||||
| 05/01/24 | EMF- MihaiChisari | online | £100.00 | £100.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 09/01/24 | VillageLifeFeb | online | £12.00 | £12.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 11/01/24 | MS Late Dec24 | online | £42.85 | £42.85 | ||||||||||||||
| 11/01/24 | Church Lunch(cH) | online | £31.43 | £31.43 | ||||||||||||||
| 13/01/24 | MS Jan24 | online | £20.65 | £20.65 | ||||||||||||||
| 30/01/24 | FIEC Contribution | online | £900.00 | £900.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 05/02/24 | EMF- MihaiChisari | online | £100.00 | £100.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 07/02/24 | VillageHall-Jan | online | £199.20 | £199.20 | ||||||||||||||
| 09/02/24 | Village Life Mar | online | £12.00 | £12.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 13/02/24 | YHA | online | £6.00 | £6.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 22/02/24 | WeekendAwayMeal(KC) | online | £418.50 | £418.50 | ||||||||||||||
| 27/02/24 | MS Feb24 | online | £4.34 | £45.75 | £30.00 | £7.02 | £25.58 | £112.69 | ||||||||||
| 05/03/24 | VillageHall - Feb | online | £159.36 | £159.36 |
Sensitivity: Internal
| 05/03/24 | EMF- MihaiChisari | online | £100.00 | £100.00 | ||||||||||||||
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| 07/03/24 | CCLI Licence (cH) | online | £97.00 | £97.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 11/03/24 | VillageLife | online | £12.00 | £12.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 14/03/24 | TimChesterSpeaker | online | £320.00 | £320.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 14/03/24 | FebLunch(cH) | online | £35.90 | £35.90 | ||||||||||||||
| 14/03/24 | FebLunch(KH) | online | £57.07 | £57.07 | ||||||||||||||
| 26/03/24 | CampXL(Isabelle) | online | £105.00 | £105.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 26/03/24 | FIECLeader's Conference (cH) | online | £1,175.00 | £1,175.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 04/04/24 | MSMar 24 | online | £59.54 | £59.54 | ||||||||||||||
| 05/04/24 | EMF- MihaiChisari | online | £100.00 | £100.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 09/04/24 | VillageHall(Mar) | online | £278.88 | £278.88 | ||||||||||||||
| 09/04/24 | VillageLife (May) | online | £12.00 | £12.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 09/04/24 | YHA | online | £782.00 | £782.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 23/04/24 | MSApril 24 | online | £150.00 | £150.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 01/05/24 | VillageHall(Apr) | online | £159.36 | £159.36 | ||||||||||||||
| 01/05/24 | FlagBag (cH) | online | £13.92 | £13.92 | ||||||||||||||
| 07/05/24 | EMF- MihaiChisari | online | £100.00 | £100.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 09/05/24 | VillageLife (Jun) | online | £12.00 | £12.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 18/05/24 | MayLunch(cH) | online | £61.21 | £61.21 | ||||||||||||||
| 20/05/24 | cH May24 | online | £93.00 | £93.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 04/06/24 | Leaflets | online | £28.23 | £28.23 | ||||||||||||||
| 05/06/24 | EMF- MihaiChisari | online | £100.00 | £100.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 12/06/24 | VillageLife (Jul) | online | £12.00 | £12.00 | ||||||||||||||
| 29/06/24 | VillageHall(May) | online | £199.20 | £199.20 | ||||||||||||||
| 29/06/24 | VillageHall(June) | online | £262.08 | £262.08 | ||||||||||||||
| **Total: ** | £2,617.96 | £1,047.00 | £415.06 | £4,769.84 | £348.49 | £223.31 | £1,495.00 | £63.24 | £291.58 | £1,540.00 | £153.00 | £475.97 | £185.73 | £25.58 | £118.92 | £21,570.56 | ||
| CoOp Balance: | £26,329.54 |