The Parochial Church Council of The Parish of St John The Evangelist Kensal Green Unveiling ofthe new Royal Coat ofArn, celebrating the Coronation ofKing charl and Queen Camilla (May 2023) ANNUAL REPORT & ACCOUNTS for the perlod endlng 31 st December 2023 eghlered Chth 1163185
Achlevlng our Vlslon Each year I compile a church calendar, sdecting photographs of church life for each month. The 2023 calendar includes iniages of our celebrations for the Coronation of King awles Ill, baptisms and outings. It reflects our aspiration in the current Mission Action Plan to see a church %Yhere people of all backgrounds and ages continue to come together. Where the grounds and church building and our facilities are part of a single vision. Where we hold together the worship of God, the comrnunity of the church in its broadest sense, and serve the WAder community. A church which stands for and reflects the fullness of life that is possible and of which Christ speaks.. In 2023 many were able to think about the above aspiration or vision as we welcomed the Archdeacon of London foi a Visitation. Every three years a wltatIOn takes place which can be a moment of apprehension but, it is ultimately a supportive visit and its report is important. I would like to quote here something of the report we received. "S John s is a church which is growing and developing. It serves a very mixed community, and the work which has been done around Racialjustice, one aspect ofwhich has been the Windrush Icon, is important. As the local community chonges o challenge will be to continue to reach out efftctivety to oll those who live and work in theparish, but the church is well placedfvr this. In the context of ¢he diocestsn vision to double the numbers ofyoung people. the numbers ofchildren are growing, probabfy already doubledfrom fve yeors ag and intentional work among youn9 people is being developed. It is very good to see how the whole church community is bein9forged together through shared experiences at Wolsinghom and Brighton, but withoutfvlling into the trap ofthe church becoming a club'fvr those who are 'in'. As the 180th anniversary of the dedication of the church opproaches S John s can be more confident now than at any time in the last 25 years". I write these words in our 180th year, with many events planned and, as I thank everyone for their being a part of church life here, I should like to thank those who support us: Fr Luke the Archdeacon, the Bishops of London and Fulham, Georgina Graham, Fr Steve Mason the Area Dean and so many others. All will VASit this year. Finally in a report like this, a special thanks to Yvonne Jarnwi the Administrator who compiled it and manages our finances and poliLryes, amongst so much else. The Reverend Daa Aekennan Yicar and ChainDan of the PCC February 304
Annual Report & Accounts 2023 Aims and Purpose St John's Parochial Church Council (PCC) has the Tesponsibility of co-operatin8 With the incumbent in promoting in the ecclesiastical parish the whole mission of the Church" pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecurnenical. Objectives and Activities The PCC is Committed to enabling a6 many people as possible to worship at St John'8 and to become part of our parish community. Activitie5 are guided by the following principles: ILK)king out - things we will do in mission to reach out to our community and beyond in service of the Gospel. Looking in - things we will do to build up the common life and fellowship of the church family. l£>oking up - things we will do with our pattern of prayer and wor8hip to empower and sustain our mission and common life. In addition, St John'8 ha6 embraced Capital WlOn 2020; a collertive vision adopted by synod in March 2013. The agenda has now been set for Capital Wision zo30 andfor every Londoner to encounter the love ofGod in Christ. Achievements and Perfornwice The PCC'S charitsble objects are focussed on the advancement of religion which is a dmritsble activity. Evidence of operation for the benefit of the public is demonstrated in thi8 Annual Report for the Purpo of good prartice An demonstrdting our commitment to public benefiL Our primary charitable pllrp is through our prayer. donations, the offering of space (for school visits, assemblies, activities) the Playgroup, and preservation of a listed building. Our aims indude the: prevention or Telief of poverty advancement of education advancement of health advancement of citizenship or community development advancement of the arts, cultUTe, heritage or scien advancenwit of amateur sport
reconciliation or the promotion of religious or raaal harmony or equality and diversity advancement of enviromnental protection or improvement relief of those in need, by reason OfYou age, ill-heald¥ disability, fmancial hardship or other disadvantage WoThhlp and Prayer St John's has rernained open for worship and prayer through the year and weekty attendance has averaged 69 (exduding Faster and Christmas services as well as special services). The ehureh also receives a number of viÉitors outside the regular eyde of worship for quiet contemplation. In addition to Tegular worship* the church provides a focal point for the community to mark the milestones of life. Durin8 2023 there were io baptisms and i funeral service held in church. An additional 4 funeral services were undertaken at the local crematorium along with three committa]s. As at March 2023. there were 79 on the church electoral roll. Deanery Synod The Deanery Synod provides an important link between the parish and the wider church community. The main focus for 2023 was on indusiveness within the church, particularly for those WAth disabilities. The Deanery Synod received an instructive presentation from the Diocesan Disability Ministry Enabler who addressed how churches could be more welcoming by considering the environment people experience and the attitudes they encounter. Pa8toraJ Care & Safeguardlng Our tay Pastoral Minister has renknined available to assist with arrangements for baptisms and funerals as well as devoting time to individuals and families in need of support. In addition, a weekly church newsletter is distributed by ernail and by post. In 2023 the Lay PastOTal Minister launched the In Memorlam initiative, reaching out to those marking the passing of loved ones during the year. A Remembrance Tree was erected in church bearAng the names of the departed and Providing a focus for the Remembering the Departed in November. St John's aLso hosted the Parish Nurse project which included sessions on dental health and mental wellbein& 2023 has been a livety year for events and regular activities, induding: the Under-58 Play & Stay, the Monday Music Club and the Thursday morning Coffee Club. The Youth & Fami]ies c(Fordinators also arranged a highly successful Family Fellowship weekend in Brighton. Two rnajor events were marked by the church in 2023: a Thanksgiving Mass was held for the Coronation of King Charles Ill and Queen Camilla and the 75th Windnjsh anniversary was cdebrated with Choral Evenson& The PCC has complied with the duty under section 5 of the Safeguarding and aergy Discipline Measure 2016, in rdation to having due regard to House of Bishops, guidance on safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. St John's is committed to
nurturin& protecting and safeguarthg all our members, particularly children. young people and vulnerable adults. This is recognised as a rtsponsibility of the whole church. The PCC has adopted the Diocese SafeguaTding Po]icy. which is reviewed annually. and has appointed a Safeguarding Officer and Children's Champion. There weTe two safeguarding inadents on church premises during 2023 and the Police were called on one oc&ision. Church Giving Regular giving in 2023 totalled just under £6,000 (of which just under £200 was for Special charity collections) compared to over £9,000 in z022. Donations by card reader largety offset the decline in cash plate collections with total donations in 2023 amounting to over £6,600 compared to just over £3,800 in 2022. The PCC continues to recognise the challenges of stewardship during current austere times, especially when individual giving foTms only a small part of church income. However, the acquisition of a card payments system has borne fruit with the Éncrease in donations and as a faolity for fundraisin8 payments. The number of people giving regularly by standing order remai stagnant while the number of those taking part in the envelope scheme has declined. While stewardship remains a challenge, welfare demands are constant and St John's is pleased to support the distribution of charitable ndS from the Paddington Charities. In addition, donations were given (or collerted) for: Aid to the Church in Need, Alzheimer'$ Society, the British Red Cross. Christian Aid. Embrace the Middle East, Marie Curie, Sight Savers, Smile Train. the Royal British l£gion and UNICEF. Project8 and Plans A grant of £4,00 was Secured from Westminster City Counal for the creation of a Woodland Garden on waste wund at the back of the church. A shelter, pond, shed and hives have been constructed in the landscaped garden which was fornially unveiled in July. The pedestrian entrance to the church has now been completed with new railings but gate8 for the vehide entrance have yet to be installed. There were further delays in p]anning for the Tedeveloprnent of the church forecourt and vicarage entrance area. However, a Joint Working Group with Bales College has now been established and the first meeting took place in October. The Group will also look at designs for the new hall along with areas of co-operation between the school and the church. The PCC agreed that an app]ication for an Area Grant should be made to cover the cost of a roof survey and to seek funding opportunities to cover the cost of restoration. Given the importance of the Ceiling for acoustic8. restoration of the organ will be dosety associated with the caling repairs. when funds are available.
Financial Review Total receipts were just over £229,1>)o in 2023 compared to over £368,500 in 2022 which was infiated by a one-off panent in settlement of a new lease agreement with Bales College (deposited in December 20u). In addition, funds in the savings account reduced from just over £20,000 to 0,000 (see note on Reserves Policy below). In 1023 restricted funds totalled some ty,000. ]aTgdy comprising project grants and payments for church activities. We are particularly atefill for the Westminster City Council grant supporting the Woodland Garden alon8 With other individual general donations which have helped to support our Remembering Sezvice in November and the PUTcha8e of new crib animals at clsti. Rent from grounds and buildings leased to Bales College remains the church'5 main source of income. As part of the redevelopment of the Old Vicarage, Bales College has been using the car park area in return for a commitment to fillid enlargement of the church entran and new gates. Running costs in 2023 were similar to those for the previou5 year. Insurance premiums have reduced since Bales College has now undertaken to aTran8e cover for the leased buildings. Thus, insurance rthnds no longer appty. A Vicar's Refreshment Fund ha8 been established enabling Fr David to attend course8 and pilgrimage. There weTe no significant unplanned items of expenditure. Payments totalling £65,000 were made towards the Common Fund and £70,000 has been offered for 2024. Gift Aid returns of over £4,800 cover claims for 2023 and 2023. Reserves Pollcy A review of the Reserves Policy in 2023 concluded that some £20,000 should be maintained in the savings account in view of inflationary pressures at the time whije also rernaini mindful of continued development work of the church site which may have involved unanticipated expenditure. It is anticipated that the Reserves will be re- set in 20¥ at a reduced level. Structure, Governance and Management The Parochial Church Council (PCC) is a body corporate (PCC Powers Measure 1956, Churth Representation Rules) and is a charity rewtered with the Charity Commission (Charity Number: u6y85). The method of appointment of PCC members is set out in the Church Representation Rults. All Chureh attendees are encouraged to register on the Electoral Roll and stand for election to the PCC. There is an indurtion process in place for new PCC members and each receives guidance on their responsibilities as tnjstees. PCC metnbers are TeS)nSIble for maknng decisions on all matters of concern to the parish, induding decisions on how church funds are spenL TheTe were five meetings
from March 2023 to February 24 indusive. with any additional urgent PCC business being conducted via email. Administrative Infonnation St John's Church, situated in Kensal Gree is part of the Dioctse of l£Jndon WAthin the Church of England. The correspondence addre6s is The Vicarage, Kilburn lane, Ix)ndon Wio 4AL The church website is www.rtiohnskensal8reen.oJwuk The following PCC membern served during 2023: Ex Officio M Rev David Ackernun Nigd Clark Sandra Payne (Incumbent & Chairnian) (Churchwarden & Jrice Chairman) (Churchwarden & Deanery Synod Representative) Anne Abel Heather Hatter Frances Ikemefuna Pam Mackintosh Sabeena Johnson Joanna Okello Natdle Peter5 Ni8el Snug8S Daniel Turner Rieanna Wilkinson (lay Pastoral Minister) (Playgroup l£ad) (TTeasurer & Children's Champion) (Safeguarding Officer) (Youth & Farnilies) (Grounds & Flowers) (Music Director) (Youth & Families) Yvonne Jannan served as PCC Secretary as part of her role as Parish Administrator. Approved by the PCC on 28 February 204 and signed on their behalf by: A/g t& The Revd David Ackern&in Nigel Clark
Statement of Receipts and Payments i January-y December 2023 Unrestrlcled Recelpt$ Reslrlcted Total Payments Total Cash at Bank l Jan Cash In Hand l Jan 6,877A2 119.72 3.441.79 10.319.61 119.72 LDF Payments Running Costs Income Generating 67,592.(KJ 85.621.10 Regular Glvln8 5,778.87 173.18 5,952.05 GA Retums Othervoluntsry Receipts Income Generatlng Actlvlty Church ActNities other Income 4,816.98 4.816.98 Church Activities 45,652.03 6.5(Kl.79 1,476.92 7,977.71 Other costs 2577.16 151.504.(X) Nll i.w.(x) Fabrlc nll 5,976.81 15,273.72 6,999.64 20,226.33 12,976.45 35,51M).05 Sub Totols 196.848.71 32.317.86 229.166.S7 224,442.29 Balance of Receipts over Payments 4,n4.28 TOTAL 229.16&57 2Z9,166.57 10
Recelpts 8alance at Bank l Jan Cash In Hand l Jan Rezul*r GM Planned Blvlng Tax refvnd (Gift Aldl Collections 2022 £129,243.44 £123.12 Paymerrts 2022 2023 £10319.61 £119.72 £1278.27 £3,492.64 £6,732.55 £3.295.79 £4,816.9811 £2.656.26P Fees £3.392.00 £15.OC(I.IXI £2.592.fy) £65.000. Commitment DonalliM5 £3,858.21 £6.690.79 £38,609.56 £33,750.23(7) £35,590.82(• Charlty £1.427.47 £1.084.19 MalntenarKt Ichurchl £34,223.44 Flower Fund E155.(X) £20Z73 £7,880.42 £6.943.59 £4,021.84 £8,345.11 £4.705.53 £2,829.41 Insuran Sacrtsty MaSntenance I(arage} £1,773.00 £4W.00 Acil¥ttles Rent Facllitle5 £137.962. £515. £.504.00 £1,(. Fadlltjes Artivltles Funeral & Weildl Walsln8ham Fundralslng Welfare refund £893.09 £5J39.89 £470.¢XI £845.40 £6.981.tr £3.444. £1,895.00 £456.25 Actlvltle5 Musk £60.443.19 £14.152.42 £10.625.00 £13.910.02 £1.212.80 £6,683.91 £385.43 £15.211.14 £9,760.80 £6,228.97PI £2,969.96 £6,097.60 £S,027.24110) £219.07 £137.25 Donatl¢)ns Charity 8fv1 Walsln8ham £2(M).(KJ Isitin8 der8y Fundralslrt8 £592.48 Oth•r Ineom• Annual ProJert518rantsl Mlscellaneous £25A64.30 £159.28 É1.059.99 £281.48 £19.726.33 £1,559.66 £i.oy). £6rK).(K) Annual Prolects Hower fund Vicaf reshment 8ank charges Interesi in savin8S Mlscellaneous £62.269.13 £1,115.82 £19.151.29111] £1135.00 £1751.86 £377.33 Muslc Malntenance & grounds aergy refurMI Bank rewards & Interest Vksltlng derly Sacrlsty Insurance £521.16 £325.60 £201.76 £137.67 £111.05 £193.07 £325.83 £6LK). £24.01 £47.IWJ £21.(Kl Oryan fund E8.72 ni £2,5299 Fibrf¢ Q21K).(X) £35.1KX).(w) £368.520.37 £358,.01 £ts.400.fy) £55.000.(KJ £358A81.04 £12.18951 £229,16&57 £224.44229 £2,(.00 £224A42.29 TOTALS le55 Poyments 8alaKe of Recelpts over Paym•nts OA3933 £4,n&
St John's Memorial Fund (Deposit) Account 2022 £ 2023 £ Recelpts Balance at i Jan 25.29 20.05L84 137.67 Interest Transfer from current account 26.55 55AKI.00 55,051A4 2.rKM).o) 21189.51 Total Payments Transfer to current account Balanc• at 31 Oe 35.CK#).tY) 20ml.84 12,189.51 io,oM. Statement of Assets as at 31 De( 2022 £ 2023 £ Cash at Bank (current account) Cash In Hand Memorlal Fund Isavln8s aCntI Total ash aHets 10.319.61 119.72 4,596.05 128.23 20.051A4 3OA39.33 ,wo.00 14.72&28 Other Assets Leased bulldlngs Ilnsurance value at year endl 710.109.00 2.150.[.00 Summary of 2023 Restricted Funds Grants ments Charlties Flowers 23.668.12 1,457.37 192.73 TOTAL 34317A6 Restrlrted Funds olf GLA Funding (Eco PTojects): WCC Greening Grant: £3,395.10 £4075.04 12
Notes to the 2023 Accounts GiftAid returnsfvr 2022 and 2023 Includes QTJ.18 Spe01 collectionsfvr charity. Activities covering.. Play & Stay (under5s playgroup) Pilgrimage (2022) & Fellowship returns £4J2+64 Grant receiptsfor Westminster City Council (WCC) Greening Scheme. Includes &.53565 refvndfrom Scottish Power. Insurance receipts no longer appty. (Leased buildings now separatefy insured by Bales College.) Includes administration costs and officeltrustee &Ypenses of£24039.77. Church maintenance covering." Grounds £34591.73 Church £ 8,39405 Cleaning £ 460504 Includes £5,000 to the Bishop ofLondon s Discretionary Fund. io. Cleryy expenses covers parish communications (parish *hone use and WiFi rental), ear usage, un-budgetedparish hospitality &enditUre and wear and tear due to parish use ofvicarnge. Annual Projects covering.. WCC Greening Scheme GIA (Eco Projects) 10460 £ 46.69 13
The Parochial Church Council of The Parish of St John The Evangelist Kensal Green Unveiling ofthe new Royal Coat ofArn, celebrating the Coronation ofKing charl and Queen Camilla (May 2023) ANNUAL REPORT & ACCOUNTS for the perlod endlng 31 st December 2023 eghlered Chth 1163185
Achlevlng our Vlslon Each year I compile a church calendar, sdecting photographs of church life for each month. The 2023 calendar includes iniages of our celebrations for the Coronation of King awles Ill, baptisms and outings. It reflects our aspiration in the current Mission Action Plan to see a church %Yhere people of all backgrounds and ages continue to come together. Where the grounds and church building and our facilities are part of a single vision. Where we hold together the worship of God, the comrnunity of the church in its broadest sense, and serve the WAder community. A church which stands for and reflects the fullness of life that is possible and of which Christ speaks.. In 2023 many were able to think about the above aspiration or vision as we welcomed the Archdeacon of London foi a Visitation. Every three years a wltatIOn takes place which can be a moment of apprehension but, it is ultimately a supportive visit and its report is important. I would like to quote here something of the report we received. "S John s is a church which is growing and developing. It serves a very mixed community, and the work which has been done around Racialjustice, one aspect ofwhich has been the Windrush Icon, is important. As the local community chonges o challenge will be to continue to reach out efftctivety to oll those who live and work in theparish, but the church is well placedfvr this. In the context of ¢he diocestsn vision to double the numbers ofyoung people. the numbers ofchildren are growing, probabfy already doubledfrom fve yeors ag and intentional work among youn9 people is being developed. It is very good to see how the whole church community is bein9forged together through shared experiences at Wolsinghom and Brighton, but withoutfvlling into the trap ofthe church becoming a club'fvr those who are 'in'. As the 180th anniversary of the dedication of the church opproaches S John s can be more confident now than at any time in the last 25 years". I write these words in our 180th year, with many events planned and, as I thank everyone for their being a part of church life here, I should like to thank those who support us: Fr Luke the Archdeacon, the Bishops of London and Fulham, Georgina Graham, Fr Steve Mason the Area Dean and so many others. All will VASit this year. Finally in a report like this, a special thanks to Yvonne Jarnwi the Administrator who compiled it and manages our finances and poliLryes, amongst so much else. The Reverend Daa Aekennan Yicar and ChainDan of the PCC February 304
Annual Report & Accounts 2023 Aims and Purpose St John's Parochial Church Council (PCC) has the Tesponsibility of co-operatin8 With the incumbent in promoting in the ecclesiastical parish the whole mission of the Church" pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecurnenical. Objectives and Activities The PCC is Committed to enabling a6 many people as possible to worship at St John'8 and to become part of our parish community. Activitie5 are guided by the following principles: ILK)king out - things we will do in mission to reach out to our community and beyond in service of the Gospel. Looking in - things we will do to build up the common life and fellowship of the church family. l£>oking up - things we will do with our pattern of prayer and wor8hip to empower and sustain our mission and common life. In addition, St John'8 ha6 embraced Capital WlOn 2020; a collertive vision adopted by synod in March 2013. The agenda has now been set for Capital Wision zo30 andfor every Londoner to encounter the love ofGod in Christ. Achievements and Perfornwice The PCC'S charitsble objects are focussed on the advancement of religion which is a dmritsble activity. Evidence of operation for the benefit of the public is demonstrated in thi8 Annual Report for the Purpo of good prartice An demonstrdting our commitment to public benefiL Our primary charitable pllrp is through our prayer. donations, the offering of space (for school visits, assemblies, activities) the Playgroup, and preservation of a listed building. Our aims indude the: prevention or Telief of poverty advancement of education advancement of health advancement of citizenship or community development advancement of the arts, cultUTe, heritage or scien advancenwit of amateur sport
reconciliation or the promotion of religious or raaal harmony or equality and diversity advancement of enviromnental protection or improvement relief of those in need, by reason OfYou age, ill-heald¥ disability, fmancial hardship or other disadvantage WoThhlp and Prayer St John's has rernained open for worship and prayer through the year and weekty attendance has averaged 69 (exduding Faster and Christmas services as well as special services). The ehureh also receives a number of viÉitors outside the regular eyde of worship for quiet contemplation. In addition to Tegular worship* the church provides a focal point for the community to mark the milestones of life. Durin8 2023 there were io baptisms and i funeral service held in church. An additional 4 funeral services were undertaken at the local crematorium along with three committa]s. As at March 2023. there were 79 on the church electoral roll. Deanery Synod The Deanery Synod provides an important link between the parish and the wider church community. The main focus for 2023 was on indusiveness within the church, particularly for those WAth disabilities. The Deanery Synod received an instructive presentation from the Diocesan Disability Ministry Enabler who addressed how churches could be more welcoming by considering the environment people experience and the attitudes they encounter. Pa8toraJ Care & Safeguardlng Our tay Pastoral Minister has renknined available to assist with arrangements for baptisms and funerals as well as devoting time to individuals and families in need of support. In addition, a weekly church newsletter is distributed by ernail and by post. In 2023 the Lay PastOTal Minister launched the In Memorlam initiative, reaching out to those marking the passing of loved ones during the year. A Remembrance Tree was erected in church bearAng the names of the departed and Providing a focus for the Remembering the Departed in November. St John's aLso hosted the Parish Nurse project which included sessions on dental health and mental wellbein& 2023 has been a livety year for events and regular activities, induding: the Under-58 Play & Stay, the Monday Music Club and the Thursday morning Coffee Club. The Youth & Fami]ies c(Fordinators also arranged a highly successful Family Fellowship weekend in Brighton. Two rnajor events were marked by the church in 2023: a Thanksgiving Mass was held for the Coronation of King Charles Ill and Queen Camilla and the 75th Windnjsh anniversary was cdebrated with Choral Evenson& The PCC has complied with the duty under section 5 of the Safeguarding and aergy Discipline Measure 2016, in rdation to having due regard to House of Bishops, guidance on safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. St John's is committed to
nurturin& protecting and safeguarthg all our members, particularly children. young people and vulnerable adults. This is recognised as a rtsponsibility of the whole church. The PCC has adopted the Diocese SafeguaTding Po]icy. which is reviewed annually. and has appointed a Safeguarding Officer and Children's Champion. There weTe two safeguarding inadents on church premises during 2023 and the Police were called on one oc&ision. Church Giving Regular giving in 2023 totalled just under £6,000 (of which just under £200 was for Special charity collections) compared to over £9,000 in z022. Donations by card reader largety offset the decline in cash plate collections with total donations in 2023 amounting to over £6,600 compared to just over £3,800 in 2022. The PCC continues to recognise the challenges of stewardship during current austere times, especially when individual giving foTms only a small part of church income. However, the acquisition of a card payments system has borne fruit with the Éncrease in donations and as a faolity for fundraisin8 payments. The number of people giving regularly by standing order remai stagnant while the number of those taking part in the envelope scheme has declined. While stewardship remains a challenge, welfare demands are constant and St John's is pleased to support the distribution of charitable ndS from the Paddington Charities. In addition, donations were given (or collerted) for: Aid to the Church in Need, Alzheimer'$ Society, the British Red Cross. Christian Aid. Embrace the Middle East, Marie Curie, Sight Savers, Smile Train. the Royal British l£gion and UNICEF. Project8 and Plans A grant of £4,00 was Secured from Westminster City Counal for the creation of a Woodland Garden on waste wund at the back of the church. A shelter, pond, shed and hives have been constructed in the landscaped garden which was fornially unveiled in July. The pedestrian entrance to the church has now been completed with new railings but gate8 for the vehide entrance have yet to be installed. There were further delays in p]anning for the Tedeveloprnent of the church forecourt and vicarage entrance area. However, a Joint Working Group with Bales College has now been established and the first meeting took place in October. The Group will also look at designs for the new hall along with areas of co-operation between the school and the church. The PCC agreed that an app]ication for an Area Grant should be made to cover the cost of a roof survey and to seek funding opportunities to cover the cost of restoration. Given the importance of the Ceiling for acoustic8. restoration of the organ will be dosety associated with the caling repairs. when funds are available.
Financial Review Total receipts were just over £229,1>)o in 2023 compared to over £368,500 in 2022 which was infiated by a one-off panent in settlement of a new lease agreement with Bales College (deposited in December 20u). In addition, funds in the savings account reduced from just over £20,000 to 0,000 (see note on Reserves Policy below). In 1023 restricted funds totalled some ty,000. ]aTgdy comprising project grants and payments for church activities. We are particularly atefill for the Westminster City Council grant supporting the Woodland Garden alon8 With other individual general donations which have helped to support our Remembering Sezvice in November and the PUTcha8e of new crib animals at clsti. Rent from grounds and buildings leased to Bales College remains the church'5 main source of income. As part of the redevelopment of the Old Vicarage, Bales College has been using the car park area in return for a commitment to fillid enlargement of the church entran and new gates. Running costs in 2023 were similar to those for the previou5 year. Insurance premiums have reduced since Bales College has now undertaken to aTran8e cover for the leased buildings. Thus, insurance rthnds no longer appty. A Vicar's Refreshment Fund ha8 been established enabling Fr David to attend course8 and pilgrimage. There weTe no significant unplanned items of expenditure. Payments totalling £65,000 were made towards the Common Fund and £70,000 has been offered for 2024. Gift Aid returns of over £4,800 cover claims for 2023 and 2023. Reserves Pollcy A review of the Reserves Policy in 2023 concluded that some £20,000 should be maintained in the savings account in view of inflationary pressures at the time whije also rernaini mindful of continued development work of the church site which may have involved unanticipated expenditure. It is anticipated that the Reserves will be re- set in 20¥ at a reduced level. Structure, Governance and Management The Parochial Church Council (PCC) is a body corporate (PCC Powers Measure 1956, Churth Representation Rules) and is a charity rewtered with the Charity Commission (Charity Number: u6y85). The method of appointment of PCC members is set out in the Church Representation Rults. All Chureh attendees are encouraged to register on the Electoral Roll and stand for election to the PCC. There is an indurtion process in place for new PCC members and each receives guidance on their responsibilities as tnjstees. PCC metnbers are TeS)nSIble for maknng decisions on all matters of concern to the parish, induding decisions on how church funds are spenL TheTe were five meetings
from March 2023 to February 24 indusive. with any additional urgent PCC business being conducted via email. Administrative Infonnation St John's Church, situated in Kensal Gree is part of the Dioctse of l£Jndon WAthin the Church of England. The correspondence addre6s is The Vicarage, Kilburn lane, Ix)ndon Wio 4AL The church website is www.rtiohnskensal8reen.oJwuk The following PCC membern served during 2023: Ex Officio M Rev David Ackernun Nigd Clark Sandra Payne (Incumbent & Chairnian) (Churchwarden & Jrice Chairman) (Churchwarden & Deanery Synod Representative) Anne Abel Heather Hatter Frances Ikemefuna Pam Mackintosh Sabeena Johnson Joanna Okello Natdle Peter5 Ni8el Snug8S Daniel Turner Rieanna Wilkinson (lay Pastoral Minister) (Playgroup l£ad) (TTeasurer & Children's Champion) (Safeguarding Officer) (Youth & Farnilies) (Grounds & Flowers) (Music Director) (Youth & Families) Yvonne Jannan served as PCC Secretary as part of her role as Parish Administrator. Approved by the PCC on 28 February 204 and signed on their behalf by: A/g t& The Revd David Ackern&in Nigel Clark
Statement of Receipts and Payments i January-y December 2023 Unrestrlcled Recelpt$ Reslrlcted Total Payments Total Cash at Bank l Jan Cash In Hand l Jan 6,877A2 119.72 3.441.79 10.319.61 119.72 LDF Payments Running Costs Income Generating 67,592.(KJ 85.621.10 Regular Glvln8 5,778.87 173.18 5,952.05 GA Retums Othervoluntsry Receipts Income Generatlng Actlvlty Church ActNities other Income 4,816.98 4.816.98 Church Activities 45,652.03 6.5(Kl.79 1,476.92 7,977.71 Other costs 2577.16 151.504.(X) Nll i.w.(x) Fabrlc nll 5,976.81 15,273.72 6,999.64 20,226.33 12,976.45 35,51M).05 Sub Totols 196.848.71 32.317.86 229.166.S7 224,442.29 Balance of Receipts over Payments 4,n4.28 TOTAL 229.16&57 2Z9,166.57 10
Recelpts 8alance at Bank l Jan Cash In Hand l Jan Rezul*r GM Planned Blvlng Tax refvnd (Gift Aldl Collections 2022 £129,243.44 £123.12 Paymerrts 2022 2023 £10319.61 £119.72 £1278.27 £3,492.64 £6,732.55 £3.295.79 £4,816.9811 £2.656.26P Fees £3.392.00 £15.OC(I.IXI £2.592.fy) £65.000. Commitment DonalliM5 £3,858.21 £6.690.79 £38,609.56 £33,750.23(7) £35,590.82(• Charlty £1.427.47 £1.084.19 MalntenarKt Ichurchl £34,223.44 Flower Fund E155.(X) £20Z73 £7,880.42 £6.943.59 £4,021.84 £8,345.11 £4.705.53 £2,829.41 Insuran Sacrtsty MaSntenance I(arage} £1,773.00 £4W.00 Acil¥ttles Rent Facllitle5 £137.962. £515. £.504.00 £1,(. Fadlltjes Artivltles Funeral & Weildl Walsln8ham Fundralslng Welfare refund £893.09 £5J39.89 £470.¢XI £845.40 £6.981.tr £3.444. £1,895.00 £456.25 Actlvltle5 Musk £60.443.19 £14.152.42 £10.625.00 £13.910.02 £1.212.80 £6,683.91 £385.43 £15.211.14 £9,760.80 £6,228.97PI £2,969.96 £6,097.60 £S,027.24110) £219.07 £137.25 Donatl¢)ns Charity 8fv1 Walsln8ham £2(M).(KJ Isitin8 der8y Fundralslrt8 £592.48 Oth•r Ineom• Annual ProJert518rantsl Mlscellaneous £25A64.30 £159.28 É1.059.99 £281.48 £19.726.33 £1,559.66 £i.oy). £6rK).(K) Annual Prolects Hower fund Vicaf reshment 8ank charges Interesi in savin8S Mlscellaneous £62.269.13 £1,115.82 £19.151.29111] £1135.00 £1751.86 £377.33 Muslc Malntenance & grounds aergy refurMI Bank rewards & Interest Vksltlng derly Sacrlsty Insurance £521.16 £325.60 £201.76 £137.67 £111.05 £193.07 £325.83 £6LK). £24.01 £47.IWJ £21.(Kl Oryan fund E8.72 ni £2,5299 Fibrf¢ Q21K).(X) £35.1KX).(w) £368.520.37 £358,.01 £ts.400.fy) £55.000.(KJ £358A81.04 £12.18951 £229,16&57 £224.44229 £2,(.00 £224A42.29 TOTALS le55 Poyments 8alaKe of Recelpts over Paym•nts OA3933 £4,n&
St John's Memorial Fund (Deposit) Account 2022 £ 2023 £ Recelpts Balance at i Jan 25.29 20.05L84 137.67 Interest Transfer from current account 26.55 55AKI.00 55,051A4 2.rKM).o) 21189.51 Total Payments Transfer to current account Balanc• at 31 Oe 35.CK#).tY) 20ml.84 12,189.51 io,oM. Statement of Assets as at 31 De( 2022 £ 2023 £ Cash at Bank (current account) Cash In Hand Memorlal Fund Isavln8s aCntI Total ash aHets 10.319.61 119.72 4,596.05 128.23 20.051A4 3OA39.33 ,wo.00 14.72&28 Other Assets Leased bulldlngs Ilnsurance value at year endl 710.109.00 2.150.[.00 Summary of 2023 Restricted Funds Grants ments Charlties Flowers 23.668.12 1,457.37 192.73 TOTAL 34317A6 Restrlrted Funds olf GLA Funding (Eco PTojects): WCC Greening Grant: £3,395.10 £4075.04 12
Notes to the 2023 Accounts GiftAid returnsfvr 2022 and 2023 Includes QTJ.18 Spe01 collectionsfvr charity. Activities covering.. Play & Stay (under5s playgroup) Pilgrimage (2022) & Fellowship returns £4J2+64 Grant receiptsfor Westminster City Council (WCC) Greening Scheme. Includes &.53565 refvndfrom Scottish Power. Insurance receipts no longer appty. (Leased buildings now separatefy insured by Bales College.) Includes administration costs and officeltrustee &Ypenses of£24039.77. Church maintenance covering." Grounds £34591.73 Church £ 8,39405 Cleaning £ 460504 Includes £5,000 to the Bishop ofLondon s Discretionary Fund. io. Cleryy expenses covers parish communications (parish *hone use and WiFi rental), ear usage, un-budgetedparish hospitality &enditUre and wear and tear due to parish use ofvicarnge. Annual Projects covering.. WCC Greening Scheme GIA (Eco Projects) 10460 £ 46.69 13
Independent Examiner's Report to the PCC of St John's Kensal Green I report on the accounts for the y&ir ended 3t Decemb 2023 whicb are set out in this document. Respective responsibilities of the Trustees and Independent Examiner The charitys trustees consider that an audit is not requiTed for this year under section 44(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 20ll Act) and that an independent elTration is needed. It is my responsibJity to: examine the accounts under section 45 of the zoii Act: follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners section 45(5){b) of the 2011 Act; and state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of Independent Examiner's Statement My examination was Girried 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 indudes consideration of any unusual itetn6 or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanation8 from the management committee concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in a full audit, and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the accounts. Independent Examlner's Statement In conDection with my examination, no matters have come to my attention which give rne reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements to keep accounting records in accordance with s.130 of the 20ll Art; or to prepare accounts which accord with these accountin8 records 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. R Moore BSC, Westrninster, London 4th March 2024