EMMANUEL CHURCH WORKINGTON
ANNUAL REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2024
Charitable Incorporated Organisatlon No: 1169274

EMMANUEL CHURCH WORKINGTON
Contents
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Information Page
Trustee's Report
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Receipts and Payment Account
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Independent examiners report

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
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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