EMMANUEL CHURCH WORKINGTON ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2024 Charitable Incorporated Organisatlon No: 1169274
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EMMANUEL CHURCH WORKINGTON ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2024 Charity Numbér 1169274 Charltable Incorporaled Organisaiion Registered 20 September 2016 Charltable Object The promolion of tha Christian Faith Trust••$ Rev Anthony Pielersen Mr Philip Edward Thorpè Mr Oavid Rex Temple Mlnlst•r Rev Anthony Pielersen Offl¢l4l8 Secretary.. Treasurer.. Ms Roslo Thorpe r David Rex Templ& Ind?pond•nt Exam5ner Mr S Kirkbridg BFP FCA Annslrong Wa150n LLP Chartered A¢countanls Carfelon Heuse 136 Gray Street Worklngton CA14 2LU 8ank•rs Lloyds TS8 Workinglon
EMMANUEL CHURCH WORKINGTON Charity No: 1169274 Annual Report of the Trustees Oct 2023- Sept 2024 Management Trustees: Tony Pietersen, Phillip Thorpe and David Temple. (Rosie Thorpe Minute Secretary). Mr R Ford. Foreword Emmanuel church Workington is a growing church in the centre of Workington, Cumbria, and people are welcome to visit or join us. There are many ministries for people to be involved in. It is a privilege to present you with this report. Our brlef Hlstory: Originally Persons who left St Michael's Church of England, Workington around 1900 in opposition to the Tractarian Movement eventually formed Christ Church, Edkin Street, associated with the Protestant Evangelical Church of England. In 1926 after dispute, the Minister, Rev John Hurst, walked out of the church taking fifty adults with him. In 1929 th they called themselves Emmanuel Church and purchased the land on Vulcan's Lane on 18 July 1931. The present bullding was erected and opened on 4 February 1933 at the Church's expense. In January 1939 Emmanuel joined the Free Church of England The differences between evangelicals on the one hand and those committed to indiscriminate ecumenism on the other hand came to a head in October 2003 with the retirement of the Presiding Bishop, the minister of Emmanuel Church, Workington. Subsequently, the General Council of the FCE voted to interpret a letter from Emmanuel's minister as a resignation, contrary to the fact and subsequently wrote Letters Dismissory to Rt Rev Arthur Bentley-Taylor. When the General Councll required Emmanuel to appoint a new minister, seven churches formed what came to be known as the Evangelical Connexion of the FCE. Despite our challenging history, we have developed a good understanding within the Connexion churches and are presently working together successfully. We have seen an increase in those attending our church from the community and surrounding area. We still view ourselves as part of the Free Church of England and desire, after many years, an amicable settlement or reconciliation doctrinally. We continue to meet in our building in central Workington with a wonderful group of people. We are Worshipping our Lord Jesus, Growing through the Word of God (Bible) and seeking to reach our community for Jesus. We are thankful for the Lord's provision and care for us as a church, for these many years. Objects of the Charlty l. To advance the Christian faith in accordance with the Statement of Beliefs in such ways and in such parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the trustees from time to time may think fit; 2. To relieve sickness and financial hardship and to promote and preserve good he31th by the provision of funds, goods or services of any kind including through the provision of counselling and support in such parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the trustees from time to time may think fit
Revlew of Activities for 202312024 The Trustees have met and communicated regularly during the year (online meetings, via Facebook messenger group and face to face for Council Meetings). This Report concern5 the work of the Church Council (Management trustees) during 202312024. In October 2023, a report on the Church's finances was given to the Annual Congregational Meeting and it was agreed that our spending was in line with our aims as a trust. Ou r aims are to promote the Christian faith in Workington and beyond, working with other churches and individuals as appropriate. Actlvltles Our activities can be explored more fully at www.ecw.or .uk or on our Facebook page @ecworkington. We continue to meet twice every Sunday in Workington for worship, instruction and fellowship; we hold Communion monthly. The community are warmly invited to attend and join our activities. We hold two mid-week Bible Studies, a walking group every Tuesday, a Mums and Toddlers group meets every Wednesday, and two Youth groups Friday13ges 5-18). We also participate in the local Workington Park run and other community events. A highlight was the visit of Idal Vender linternational Missions to Jewish People around the world}. He helped us with a presentation of the gospel in the Passover. The event was well attended. A Sunday school is provided most Sunday's during our morning services. We also have a craft afternoon (Busv Fingers) combining wlth a lunch club to socialise and come together. We continue to try raise funds for a Gospel worker focussing on our youth. A Gospel workers fund has been setup to try raise a salary for an additional worker to assist with youth work in our community and church. For details in order to make a donation email me at ton ecw.or .uk should you desire to make a donation. We also have donation button on our website- www.ecw.or Our Walk for Health Group called Jericho strollers is going well. It has been well supported and proved to be a much needed ministry for our church. Meals are held during the year and including Christmas and at times around New year. Our facebook messenger group called the 'Prayer line, continues to be a help to connect with people from our church through prayer. We have also benefitted from our new 'ECW Unplugged, Evening service and welcome all our community and visitors to join us. The Livestreaming of our services via a private facebook group has and contlnues to be a blessing to many around the world. This has proved particularly beneficial to those who are unable to attend church due to ill health or other challenges. Missions & Minlstry The Church Council continued to financially support three missionary workers, Professor Andy Mclntosh, Rod Thoma5 (Japan) and Mr Eric Magowan. We support Creation North West and a variety of people who promote the Christian faith in our community and internationally. Further support via donations are also given to the Leprosy Mission, Mission Aviation Fellowship. Bible society, The Soldiers and Airmans Scripture readers association and the Gideons. We have also supported Makayla Pietersen (a member of our church) who is doing student work in Durham after the completion of her music degree. Rev Anthony, Pietersen who joined us in September 2010 as our pastor, has been working toward our vision, to be an ever increasing 'Bible-believing family church, seeking to reach, teach and equip people to Serve Jesus., Our church website and Facebook page has helped us to communicate more effectively with our community www.ecw.or8.uk
Risk assessment We employ an ongoing review process focused on our children, youth work and dealing with vulnerable adults. All who work with people in this area have been DBS checked and we have a Safeguarding Policy in place. Mr D. Temple, assisted by Mrs R. Thorpe are our Safeguarding officers. We are a full member of THIRTY ONE .' EIGHT Ihttps.'//thirtyoneeight.org/l. The Council authorized Carlisle City Fire protection to do a Fire Risk Assessment on the Church buildings and provide a annual certificate of servicing and inspection. Policy on reserves The charity policy is to keep sufficient reserves to meet all expenditure 3$ it becomes due. The trustees are confident that the charity has adequate reserves for the present time. We humbly submit this report for your consideration. Yours Sincerely. Rev A.Pietersen Ifor and on behalf of Trustees)
Recelpts and payments account For the year ended 30 September 2024 2024 2023 Receipts Collections Sustentation offerings Gift Aid tax refunds Legacy 19,567 4,720 1,167 20,348 4,406 16,652 25.454 41,406 Rent Interest Other Income 5.315 312 1,445 32,526 5,040 148 626 47,220 Payments Employment expenses Insurance Maintenance Utilities Gifts Sundry and administration Legal & professional Private pension contributions 28,341 2,232 1,077 6,297 1,952 1,265 312 2,472 21,989 2,166 539 5,610 2,050 464 1,348 2,472 43,948 36,638 Surplusl{Defi¢it) 11.422 10,582 Bank balance 30 Seplember 2022 Cash balance 30 September 2022 53.194 346 42,612 346 53,540 42,958 Bank balances 30 September 2023 Cash balance 30 September 2023 41,772 346 53,194 346 42,118 53,540
EMMANUEL CHURCH WORKINGTON Statement of assets and liabilities As at 30 September 2024 2024 2023 Assets House - 85 Corporation Road 70,000 70,000 Lloyds TSB Lloyds TSB Lloyds TSB Chatterbox Petty cash 836037 827828 962733 25,093 14,342 2,337 346 112,118 24,781 26,880 1,532 346 123,539 Debtors Gift Aid claim 4.400 4,400 Equipment:_ Not valued Expenditure on building Electrical equipment Laptop Heater for entrance PE & R Thorpe POSS Electrical Security equipment Property- Central Trust are the custodial truslee of the manse and church Restricted funds - None Liabilities Sundry creditors Accountancy fees {2023) Accountancy fees (2024) Independent examination fees (2024) Wages and PAYE fees (QE Sept 24) 488 930 705 290 108 2,521 2,783 660 270 96 3,809
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF EMMANUEL CHURCH WORKINGTON I report on the accounts of the Charitable Incorporated Organisation for the year ended 30 September 2024 which are set out on pages 5 and 6. Respective responsibilities of truste9$ and examlner The trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The Irustees consider that an audit is not required for Ihis year under section 144121 of th6 Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act} and that an independent examination is needed. 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)Ib) of the 2011 Act., and to state whether particular matters have come to my attenlion. 8asls of Independent oxaminer's report My examination was carried oul in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the Charitable Incorporated Organisation and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts. and seeking explanations from you as trustees conceming any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would b8 required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'lrue and fair vl8w' and the report is limited to those matters set out in the next statement. Independent examlnerfs statement In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention: 11) which gives me reasonable cause to b8118ve that in any material respect the requirements.. to keep accounling records in accordance with section 130 of Ihe Charilies Act 2011,. 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 12) to which. in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enab18 a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Mr Steven Kirkbride BFP FCA Armstrong Watson LLP Chartered Accountants Carleton House 136 Gray Street Workington CA14 2LU Date: 29 July 2024