Annual Report and Financial Statements of the Parochial
Church Council of St Michael and All Angels Church Pelsall
Charity registration no. 1170860
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For the year ended 31 December 2024
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Trustees, Annual Re
ort 2024 St. Michael and All An
els Church Pelsall
l. Reference and Administrative Details
Charity Name:
The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of Pelsall.
Registered Charity number {in..England and Wales) 1170860
Administrative Address:
From March 2022: 32 Chestnut Road, Leamore, Walsall WS3 IBD
P.C.C. Members:
ALLABARTON
BETHELL
BRIGGS
CHANTLER
CUMPSTON
(Secretary)
FOXALL
HORTON
LEGG
LLOYD
2023
MAYE
MCCULLUM
MORRIS
MORRIS
MYA
David William (Mr)
Doreen {Mrs)
Timothy (Mr)
Andy (Mr)
Gillian Denise
from September 2020 until April 2024
from May 2021 re-elected April 2024
from April 2018 {Lay Chair)
Church Warden
Officer of the PCC
Sally (Mrs)
Anetta
Rebecca (Mrs)
Susan Carol (Mrs)
from April 2019 re-elected April 2023
from April 2022
from September 2020 re-elected April 2024
from September 2020 re-elected April
John (Mr)
Stephen
Alison (Rev)
Sarah (Mrs)
Alison (Mrs)
Deanery Synod Rep re-elected April 2024
from April 2023
Minister in Charge
Church Warden
Reader from September 2017
Deanery Synod Rep from May 2024
Officer of the PCC (Treasurer)
from September 2020 Re-elected April 2024
from April 2022
NEWPORT
READ
WELCH
Anne (Mrs)
Michael (Mr)
Susan (Mrs)
Bankers:
Santander UK plc, Bridle Road, Bootle, Merseyside, L30 4GB.
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CCLA Investment Management Ltd. The CBF Church of England Funds, One Angel Lane,
London,
EC4R 3AB.
The Independent Examiner is Lichfield Diocese Board of Finance, St Mary's House, The
Close, Lichfield WS13 7LD.
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Priest in Charge: Rev. Alison M. Morris was licensed and inducted on 20 March 2022
CONTEXTUAL BACKGROUND
This report reflerts the changing contextual conditions in which St. Michael's ministry has
blossomed andflourished. It also recognizes that the church has been on a journey of
courage advocacy as it works out what it is to be a church in an ever changing landscape
within the Church of England and Lichfield diocese. The national church is rapidly
responding to both external and internalfactors that have impacted upon the life of the
nation, our individual parish and this church community. Figures within the Church of
England indicate a downward trend in attendance and lack of interest in faith, belief and
tradition. Secularisation is an emerging trend within our country. Generally. this imparts
adversely upon the state of our national church. Quite clearly the church has had to
respond to a culture change to survive and moveforward. Throughout this time this church
has been a safe and secure environment. The congregation of St. Michael's has remained
steadfast andfaithful to the Lord. Resilience and patience in theface of adversity has been
exceptional. The congregation has been united in their endeavour to maintain the mission
of the church and to support each other on theirjourney together in a rapidly changing
environment. This church has been consolidating a period of stability and strength from
which discipleship has grown, mission encouraged, evangelism spread and community
engagement has rapidly increased. Our statistics show that St. Michael'5 church is
'bucking' the national trends with an upward trend in attendance, greater interest in faith
and belief, exciting community engagement and increasedfinancial stability.
Key emphasisfor 2024 continued to be the embedding of both prayer and vocation to hear
what is God's willfor thi5 parish,. to See and understand God's work in the parish and to
discern what He may be calling us to do in His namefor the kingdom of God in thefuture.
Two key significantfactors have influenced and imparted upon the PCC role and the life of
the church..
Celebration of the 180 anniversary (1844-2024) of St. Michuel's Church.
Preparation for new deployment of clergyfor thefuture.
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Firstly. St. Michaels & All Angels Church Pelsall celebrated its 180 anniversary throughout
2024. Pelsall Parish Church building was erected in 1844 on the edge of Pelsall Common.
For over 180 years this church building has been at the centre of the spiritual and religious
heart of the village community. It has maintained a Christian presence in our community.
Its aim has always been to reach out to the Pelsall community and the surrounding area
enabling all ages to develop a closer relationship with God. It has been and continues to be
a sanctuaryAor prayer and worship for all. So, there were many reasons to celebrate..
Firstly, the many congregations who have remained steadfast andfaithful to the
Lord. It has served its people and shared thefaith.
Secondly* the congregation has been united in their endeavour to maintain the
mission of the church and to support each other and the peoples of Pelsall in joy and
in sorrow.
Lastly• It still remains stable and strongfrom which discipleship has grown, mission
has been encouraged, evangelism spread and community engagement has rapidly
increased.
All this comes together in this historic year as the church provided many opportunitiesfor
all to join in the celebrations. Our slogan for the year was." Come - Celebrate - Cherish
Come celebrate, remember. reflect and give thanks to Godfor
St. Michael's Church and its 180 years in Pelsalll
Consequently, there was a yearlong programme of events, services and artivities
organised. The aim was to reach out to the various age ranges within the parish, to
promote the gospel effectively and to establish further community engagement. These
celebrations will be referenced throughout the report.
Secondly• the preparation for new deployment of clergyfor the future. In March 2022 Rev
Alison Morris was inducted and licensed as the Interim Ministerfor three years. This
appointment will end in March 2025. Therebyi the Parish Wardens and PCC have been
engaged in the discussion with the diocese on this matterfor most of the year. Eventually•
it was confirmed that the post would be made a permanent position at 0.7 with the title of
'Incumbent- Vicar,. Preparation of paperwork, such as the Job description, Person
Specification and Statement of Needs were all prepared under the Section 11 meeting and
Section 34. Interviews were held in December 2024, an appointment was offered and
accepted by Rev. Alison Morris. This appointment and length of time provides a strong
buse on which to love people into the Kingdom of God and to ultimately grow God's
Kingdom in this parish of Pelsall.
It is against this contextual background that this report Is written.............
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2. Aim and Pur
"The Parochial Church Council is a corporate body established by the Church of England.
The PCC operates under the Parochial Church Council Powers Measure." The PCC has the
responsibility of co-operating with the incumbent in promoting the ecclesiastical parish,
the whole mission of the churchi pastoral, missional, evangelistic, social and ecumenical. It
also has the responsibility for the maintenance of the Church, Churchyard and Church
Hall.
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Public Benefit
The trustees of the Charity are aware of the Charity Commission's guidance on public
benefit in The Advancement of Religion for the Public Benefit and have had regard to it in
their administration of the Charity. The trustees believe that, by promoting the work of the
Church of England in the Ecclesiastical Parish of St Michael and All Angels, Pelsall, it helps
to promote the whole mission of the Church
(pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical) more effectively. within the Ecclesiastical
Parish, and
that in doing so it provides a benefit to the public by:
Providing facilities for public worship, pastoral care and spiritual, moral and
intellectual development, both for its members and for anyone who wishes to
benefit from what the Church offers; and
Promoting Christian values and service by members of the Church in and to their
communities, to the benefit of individuals and society as a whole.
3. Ob"ectives and Activities
The Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels is situated on the edge of Pelsall Common.
For nearly
180 years it has been at the spiritual, religious and social heart of the village community.
The aim of the church is to reach out to the community of Pelsall and the surrounding area
enabling all ages to develop
a closer relationship with God.
St. Michaels Church is maintaining a Christian presence in our community, serving its
people,
sharing thefaith and offering a sunctuaryfor prayer and worship.
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MISSION AcfioN PLAN
Fundamental and vital to the future of St. Michael's Church is the need to purposefully
make growth in our vision which is relative to the 'missional' context and the vision of
Lichfield Diocese. The MAP continues to act as a tool to help the church to grow: to grow
spiritually. numerically and to grow its presence and witness in the community. It was also
to help to prayerf ully journey forward and be effective in Living God's Love. Our aim is to
love people into the kingdom of God.
This Mission Action Plan {MAP) which was presented in 2023 has the blueprint for what we
believe God wants St. Michael's to become. The MAP used 6 big sweeping themes:.
A Worshipping & Praying Community
A Welcoming Community
A Discipleship & Vocational Community
A Caring Community
A Located Community
An interactive & Communicative Community
These 6 big statements were interwoven with the themes of prayer, discipleship and
vocation, to develop
a vision for this parish. Working together as the church family on certain priorities, with
God's help and provision, it was the intention to encourage the church congregation to
pray and continue to see God's kingdom grow in and through St Michael's in future years.
In particular, the congregation was asked to be in that journey as disciples of God and to
be on that process of discernment. Periodically. the PCC reviews this document to see the
incremental progress being made. There has been substantial progress achieved with
further development in other areas during 2025.
As the church moves forward, it remains committed to building on lessons learnt,
relationships made and networks formed, seeking new ways to engage with and serve our
community and to share God's love in authentic and relevant ways. In a world of change,
the Church must change too. What people want from their church is shifting - and, at St.
Michael's we want to engage with the local community- and the wider world- in a way
that is useful for them. The church wishes to be a spiritual resource for people as they
find their way on the Journey of Life.
St. Michael's church is an inclusive church that welcomes everyone regardless of age, race,
disability• colour, creed or sexuality. It is registered as a Fair-Trade church and is
recognised as a Sight Loss Friendly Church. It also strives to safeguard the integrity of
creation and sustain and renew the life of the earth. Following the church registration with
AROCHA UK the church achieved the 'Eco Church Bronze Award, which was quickly
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followed with the'Eco Church SilverAward.' Throughout the year we continued to
maintain the Church of England Digital Charter for social media which recognizes that we
will comply with standards as set by the Church of England when using social media
platforms.
The church continues to be a signed member of the pledge for the Walsallfor All initiative.
Their vision is to create integrated, empowered and inclusive communities where people
from all backgrounds come together to celebrate what they have in common. It aims to
provide a place where our residents are safe and valued and everyone has fair
opportunities to fulfil their potential and contribute to the growth of Walsall. This is an
ongoing commitment by the church and with Walsall for All initiative. Working close with
Walsall Council the church also became a partner in the campaign of Walsallfor One.
In 2024 the church has also aligned with the Walsall Borough 2040 strategic plan - 1Ne are
Walsall 2040,. a shared vision for a thriving, inclusive and sustainable borough by 2040.
The church will be able to compliment the vision and assist delivery of specific themes
within this plan. For example, the inter- generational oral history project in June was an
excellent example of this aligning and being delivered within our locality.
As such the PCC are committed to the following:
The PCC is committed in promoting the Church's mission through the diocesan direction of
travel- 'Follow Christ in the Footsteps of St. Chad's., It also aims to implement the Lichfield
diocesan
priorities of developing discipleship• encouraging vocation and inspiring evangelism. The
priorities are a way of focussing together on what it means to grow into 'Christlikeness', to
invite others to join us on that journey and to help one another flourish in the abundant
life God gives us.
The PCC is also committed to the Diocesan 'Shapingfor Mission. paper from which the
Strategic Framework emerged. This sets out context and has 9 goals for the period
between 2024-2030. The framework is also intended to be understood and embraced by
the diocesan schools, chaplaincies, parishes, cathedral and other expressions. It is also
intended to contribute to the well- being of all aspects of the church.
The PCC is committed to offer a range of services during the week. Over the course of the
year, we offer services that our community find both beneficial and spiritually fulfilling.
The church attempts to cater to all people, enabling people to become part of our parish
community at St. Michael's.
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The PCC is also committed to the provision of pastoral care for people living in the parish,
offering support to individuals, care homes and other institutions in the parish, the church
also continues to
support community activities including the Thursday morning group. Pastoral care is given
a high priority in the church's ministry and proves fruitful in providing a link with the sick
and housebound.
4. Structure Governance and Mana
How Trustees are appointed:
All members of the PCC are Trustees. PCC members, and therefore Trustees, are either
appointed at
the Annual Parochial Church by nomination. (and vote if necessary) in accordance with the
Church Representation Rules or they are ex-officio or co-opted. Elected members can
serve for a three- year period, after which if the PCC allow they may stand for a further
term of office.
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How we induct and train new Trustees:
New members of the PCC (Trustees) are formally welcomed at the first PCC meeting after
the A.G.M. They are made welcome and continue to be supported by the other PCC
members. Some training or induction can be provided. For example, an evening called Yhe
ABC of Pcc'for new and older members can take place along with a tour of the church
explaining tradition, history and legacy.
Training is encouraged throughout the year and is a regular agenda item on the PCC.
Trustees are encouraged to attend both deanery and diocesan training. The Safeguarding
Officer provides opportunity for PCC to complete safeguarding modules such as Safer
Recruitment as stipulated by the diocese.
Sub-committees:
Standing Committee - Transacts the business of the PCC between its meetings, subject to
any directions given by the PCC
Pastoral Committee - Attends to pastoral care, mainly of the sick and the bereaved.
Finance Committee - Attends to financial decisions when required.
Social & Fundraising Group- Set up to discuss/organize social and fund- raising activities.
Cemetery Working Party- Attends to maintenance and upkeep of the cemetery including
the financial income and budget review of its planning.
Health and Safety Group - Attends to health and safety issues and completes site walks if
and when appropriate.
Maintenance Group: Attends to general maintenance on a monthly basis in Church, Church
Hall and Churchyard.
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Risk management: This has been completed for the Church and Church Hall, and no major
risks to the Charity have been identified. It will be reviewed annually.
Policies and Procedures:
St. Michael's has a set of policies which enables the PCC as a corporate body to fulfil their
responsibility to cooperate with the incumbent so that aims and objectives are achieved
for this ecclesiastical parish. It also forms the legal foundation upon which the PCC
operates. All policies and procedures across the life of the church continue to be reviewed
on an annual basis, if and when appropriate. In specific areas new policies and structures
continue to be implemented for the first time. This means the church is legally compliant
in several areas of the work of the Charity Commission.
When necessary new policies continue to be put in place when new Safeguarding
recommendations are advised. The Safeguarding Policy continues to be reviewed annually.
Introduction of the diocesan of a Dashboard for Safeguarding has been kickstarted by our
parish. This is an excellent tool to monitor and evaluate the progress of our Safeguarding
provision at St. Michael's. It provides pointers for key action.
The PCC regularly reviews the policies and procedures to changing legislation from the
national perspective of both the Lichfield Diocese and the Church of England. For example,
during 2024 the PCC began to review pastoral care arrangements across the parish and
within the congregation. As such this was to ensure compliance of Safeguarding within
these differing pastoral contexts. As a result, a Pastoral Care policy was written and
approved with action being fully implemented in 2025.
Policy guidelines for Pelsall cemetery and churchyard were also reviewed in line with the
diocesan instructions. A new procedure introduced means that all applications made to
intern ashes or to bury bodies will include additional paperwork. Families are now asked
and instructed to read the documentation, sign. accept and support the guidelines as laid
down in both the diocesan policy and the Pelsall churchyard policy. This has been very
beneficial for all parties concerned.
5. Achievements and Performance Worshi
and Pra
The PCC is still keen to offer a range of services during the week which our community may
find both beneficial, age appropriate, spiritually fulfilling and meets the needs of our
growing congregation. In ideal contexts the church attempts to cater to all age groups and
their preferred worship styles. Worship has remained flexible to accommodate the
changing nature of the needs of the congregation. For example, the increased numbers of
families and children attending worship has influenced worship provision. Use of thematic
services or special services have helped to cater for a wider group of worshippers. Greater
involvement of the Lay Reader in leading and preaching at services continues to have a
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positive impact upon their own ministerial development. It has also impacted significantly
well upon worship in general. Re-introduction of a new welcome team rota which includes
young and old has been beneficial to the hospitality offered as both young and old enter
church for worship.
Our usual pattern of worship during 2024 was:
Monthly Worship Pattern
Sunday 10am Holy Communion,.
4pm Baptisms monthly (or as if and when required)
Service Special as appropriate on Sunday evenings (see later explanation)
The Sunday Holy Communion service has become the pivotal service in the cycle of
worship. There has been an attempt to explore and implement a lighter tone and child
friendly service booklet for Holy Communion once a month. This has worked well and will
be used more frequently in the future.
Midweek services (Holy Communion) have continued on alternate Wednesdays at 10am.
Numbers have stabilised with this more contemplative and quieter service. Figures vary
from 8-25.
Morning Prayer on alternate Tuesdays at 9am has a devoted small number attending.
Taking into consideration people's sensitivities the PCC still offers to the congregation
several options for receiving Holy Communion. They can still receive the host and chalice;
intinction (the action of dipping the bread in the wine at a Eucharist so that a
communicant receives both together) or a blessing. Chalice administrators operate weekly
but there is a need to have more participating in the future.
Dedicated servers continue to perform a range of specific duties. Washing of linen is
carried by another committed lay person. Prayers of intercessions and readings are led by
both clergy with an increased number of laity involvement. This is an upward trend.
Music performed by a dedicated organist and pianist has been maintained. At times CDS
and playing of musical instruments such as the recorder have been used to offer a wider
range of music provision. Congregation continue to sing the rnusical setting using a wider
choice of hymns. Children contribute to music with their songs at appropriate times within
the service. This has proven both successful and beneficial in many ways. At specific times
the singing group have sung during some Holy Communion services and other special
services such as, The Service of Nine Lessons and Carols, Deanery Confirmation, Candles of
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Remembrance & Lament, Harvest and Candlemas. Worship has been enhanced by their
direction and musical input.
Special services have been very successful in terms of outreach, mission and attendance.
Throughout the year when and where possible, these additional services have been held,
including the following: The Nine Lessons and Carols, Harvest Festival, Deanery Lady Day
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Service, Candles of Remembrance and Lament, Christingle, St. Michael's 180 Anniversary
Patronal Festival, Toy Service, St. Francis Pet Service, Teddy Bears, Picnic, Blessings of the
Back Pack and Christmas Crib Service and Remembrance Sunday.
This year has seen St. Michael's act as host for several Deanery services. In July the
Deanery Summer Eucharist took place whilst one of two Deanery Confirmation Services
took place in September. Both services were very well attended and brought together
church members from across the Deanery and across churchman-ships or church
traditions.
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This year saw the church celebrate its 180 anniversary which was a remarkable historic
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achievement. St. Michael's Patronal Festival and 180 anniversary in September brought
the church and community together in Sunday worship. Local councillors, local MP and the
Mr. Paul Davis, the Deputy Lieutenant of the West Midlands attended the special service
along with other representatives from the community and the church congregation. This
galvanised the church, community and Pelsall residents with a positive and affirming
spiritual experience. It was an exceptionally well attended service for both young and
old.
Visit by the Bishop of Lichfield, The Right Rev. Michael Ipgrave and his Chaplain Rev.
Treena Larkin during Lent began at Ash Wednesday and Holy Week leading to Easter
Sunday. Each year the Bishop chooses a church to visit and worship with during this time.
Bishop led the morning service on Ash Wednesday• Palm Sunday, MaundyThursday and
dawn service for Easter day. At other times he and the clergy shared the lead of worship.
Use of Church of England Liturgical Themes have been interwoven woven into the church
calendar for Sunday worship. For example, Creationtide Season followed from I
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September to 4 October, which was dedicated to God as Creator and Sustainer of all life.
The artual theme for the Season of Creation 2024 was To hope and act with creation., In
the letter of Paul the Apostle to the Romans, the biblical image pictures the Earth as a
Mother, groaning as in childbirth (Rom 8.22). Resources explored with people about caring
for the Earth as a gift from our Creator, rather than using it as a resource to be exploited.
And yet, resources also suggested there is hope and the expectation for a better future.
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Harvest Festival provided time and space to give thanks for all God's gifts to us and
bringing our own gifts. North Walsall Food Bank and Water Aid were our supported
charities. Other thematic examples were Rogation-tide theme during Mayj Remembrance
tide during November. Vocation Sunday and Safeguarding Sunday were the focused
themes at the end of November. At Christmas the church used the 'Follow the Star." Calm
and Bright, resources. The book was a meditation for the Twelve Days of Christmas. Each
day there was a short reading from the Bible to read and meditate on; a reflection to help
to see the Christmas story afresh; a challenge inviting us to consider what being calm and
bright means within the story of our own lives today and finally a prayer as we treasure
this story in our hearts and seek to shine as alight in the worlds around us. Congregation
members found this very useful and helpful in their prayer life.
Attendance Patterns have changed greatly. The increase in attendance from 2023 has been
maintained and built upon during 2024. Figures show that in the last 2 years average
weekly adult attendance has grown from 60 to 75 on average while young people
attendance stands at 12. This is attributed to the increase in attendance by families and
children.
Upward trend is also reflected in the worshipping community figures which shows
increases in specific age ranges. For example, the age range of 18-69 within the
worshipping community has increased in membership. Figures show an increase of 15
adults (5 increase aged 70+ & 11 increased aged from 18-69). This is a very significant and
positive move as compared with other years where figures indicate that higher numbers
are usually in the 70+ age range. This has been the dominant age group in the church for
many years.
New people are attracted to our services and events to explore faith for the first time. This
led to several adult baptism which has impacted upon the vision and ministry of the
church. It now purposefully seeks to cater for the needs of newcomers, of all ages and for
families with young children. The Ark is open for children; the Diddy Boxes are in place and
a small table and chairs are at the back of the church for use with smaller children.
Regularly published information on children's service and events is shared to encourage
families and children to engage with the church community. Children's ministry has its
own magazine page dedicated to the 'Diddy Disciples.. These actions had led to continued
higher attendance.
Specific services and events are planned throughout the church to allow families to access
worship. Examples such as Pancake Parties, Teddy Bears, Picnic Service, Blessings of the
Back Packs, St. Francis Pet Service, Toy Service, Bonfire Party, and the Crib Service. This has
led to a consolidation of numbers. Families and children have a greater sense of belonging•
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identity and believing. Further new initiatives in 2025 will aim to embed further our
missional shaped church. This is an exciting development.
Bell Ministry is led by a very dedicated Captain of the Bell Tower with a loyal team of bell
ringers. On the National Bell Sunday, the team participated in the peal and also ring on
other significant times throughout the church year. A campaign to attract more bell ringers
has been highly successful so that bell practice now takes place over 2 evenings a week. St.
Michael's also attracts other bell teams from around the country. The impact of the bell's
ministry upon our identity and presence within the village is highly significant.
Prayer life remains an integral part of our worshipping community. Over the last 2 years
there have been some exciting and creative initiatives. The aim was to introduce prayer to
newcomers and to start having conversation on the topic of prayer which would broaden
people's understanding.
Evening of Prayer and Pimms continued into 2024. People were encouraged and invited to
attend an informal evening about prayer. The aim was to explore prayer in an imaginative.
creative and informal way that would capture people's imagination. A 'cafe style,
approach led to fellowship, conversation and fun. Intervals during the evening allowed
attendees to enjoy snack food and Pimms whilst hearing about the various ways to pray.
This was very successful with high numbers attending including the Confirmation
candidates. However, interest slightly waned during the year but the purpose of the event
was successful. Both interest and awareness of prayer had been raised. Further
developments are in hand for 2025 as we seek to interweave prayer through our Mission
Action Plan.
Parish Prayer walk was held at the weekend of Pentecost. The aim was to have prayer
stops around the village asking the Holy Spirit to work within the parish. It was successful
but low numbers attended.
Embedding of the Church Prayer diary continued through the year. The aim of the church
prayer diary was to encourage people to pray at home using the daily pointers. It was
intended to show that praying using this format would allow our MAP vision to be
drenched in prayer and our actions led by the Holy Spirit.
The Prayer Board has continued to encourage more prayer requests. Both new-style
prayer cards and a contemporary board attracts newcomers whilst reminding others on
how to use the board. Significant numbers using the prayer board have increased. Prayers
on the board are always generally referred to in our intercession during worship.
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Explore Spring Prayer cards in a display box were introduced into church life. People do
take away prayer cards for themselves and others. The Explore prayer cards, with their
thought provoking images, offer simple but profound words to help all to express their
feelings or needs and to find comfort, strength and hope. For examplei prayers on themes
such as Looking for God; Being Thankful and Feeling Sad or Anxious are just some of the
prayer topics available. This has proved extremely popular and has impacted upon prayer
life within the congregation.
The Church of England's Lent theme for 2024 was Watch and Pray: Wisdom and hope for
Lent and life. This Lent people were encouraged to wait expectantly for God to meet us
and sustain us through the storms and trials we all face. Watch and Pray invited us to seek
God in both familiar and unfamiliar places last Lent: in darkness and in quiet; in movement
and migration; in the healing and transforming work of the Spirit; in the weeping of Holy
Week and in the joy of Easter morning..
The Sunday prayer intercession group continues to pray for our church, the congregation
and the parish with their prayer cycle. Group members continue to pray the prayer
requests at home throughout the week. This complied with GDPR regulations. This has
continued to be received well. It is interesting to note that the number of prayer requests
has dramatically increased. Prayer becomes the bedrock of our church community as
people begin to see the purpose, importance and understanding of prayer in their lives.
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The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 18th - 25 January 2024 took place as usual. The
theme was 'Go and Do Likewise.. The Parable of the Good Samaritan is one of the best-
known passages of Scripturep yet one that never seems to lose its power to challenge
indifference to suffering and to inspire solidarity.
It is a story about crossing boundaries that calls our attention to the bonds that unite the
whole human family. Over the week congregations from St. Michael's & Pelsall Methodist
Chapel were encouraged
to use the resources. Both congregations came together at Pelsall Chapel for an ecumenical
service.
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The Women's World Day of Prayer on March I took place in March at St. Michael's & All
Angels Church Pelsall. The Women's World Day of Prayer is an annual ecumenical Christian
event that brings together women from around the world to pray for women and children.
The theme was "l Beg You... Bear with One Another in Love which comes from Ephesians
4 v 1-3. The theme was written by Palestinian Christian women who wanted to inspire
other women to bear with one another in love during difficult times. The service was
symbolized by the olive tree and its branches, which represent everlasting life and
reconciliation. The service invited people to pray for peacel justice, and freedom of religion
and movement. Very well attended.
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Once again, the church participated in National Day of Reflection on 3 March. This was
the second anniversary of the first lock down. Organised by Marie Curie on behalf of the
government, it aimed to have several purposes. Firstly, to ref lect upon collective loss,
support those bereaved and hope for a brighter future. Bells at St. Michael's church rang at
12 noon following a minute silence in conjunction with the nationwide peal of bells. There
was a gathering of local councillors, clergy and people at the Pelsall Memorial Clock for
prayers, reflection and readings. Both clergy and councillors were interviewed for the BCC
Midlands News which was televised later in the day.
In May between Ascension Day and Pentecost the church followed Thy Kingdom Come in
Prayer is a worldwide prayer movement that happens every year between Ascension Day
and Pentecost Sunday. Free resources based on Novena- focused on verses from Acts
about when Jesus spoke to his disciples before ascending to which he promised.. 'But you
will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you; and you will be my witnesses to
the end of the earth,, ( Acts 1.8) The resources encourages people to set these days apart
to pray, individually and together, for a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit. They also
invited to choose five people and pray for them each day. The Prayer Journal; explores a
variety of ways to pray from across different denominations and traditions. Face book,
digital resources and a series of reflections were used to promote this to both young and
old. Use of Cheeky Pandas was to encourage youngsters to learn about the bible. These
were very well received.
Church Cluster arrangements are consolidating. Relationships, communication and mutual
support are good for both clergy and laity. Openness, transparency and honesty permeate
all communication and correspondence. Meetings with Parish Wardens have taken place.
Clergy within the cluster have supported each other in their ministry. A series of cluster
services across the year foster a sense of collegialityi shared spirituality• worship and
fellowship. For example, in January St. Michael's held the cluster Candlemas service where
the Chaplain form Manor Hospital preached. In May St. John's Church, Walsall Wood held
the Ascension Day service while St. Michael's Archangel, Rushall celebrated the Feast of
the Assumption. Preaching and celebrant is often shared between the clergy.
Pastoral Offices - weddin
tisms funerals
As well as our regular services we enable our community to celebrate and thank God at the
milestones of the journey through life. The church has enhanced their engagement with
the many people who bring children to baptism through improved hospitality and
administration, baptism preparation, goody bags, anniversary cards. Through baptism we
thank God for the gift of life and in marriage public vows are exchanged with God's
blessings. The reviewed baptism policy and pack with a more user- friendly baptism
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preparation continued to be very effective in preparing families for the baptism. A
database of baptisms with contact information has been productive to enable easier
contart with families for promotion and publicity of services and events. Once again this
has impacted upon the growth in attendance of families belonging to church and attending
too.
A designated and dedicated member of the congregation acts as administrator, 'welcome
and point of reference for all enquiries with baptism families. This works exceptionally
well and has a lasting impact.
Baptism service has continued to take place on Sunday at 4pm. Feedback from baptism
families has been very positive. Generallyp families felt valued and welcomed within a
quieteri personal and more dignified service. Relationships between the church and
baptism families have vastly improved thereby creating a much better understanding of
the meaning and purpose of baptism as a Holy Sacrament. Baptism preparation and
practical rehearsal with face-to-face contact has continued on Monday evenings during the
summer months and Saturday rnornings during the winter. There is a dedicated team of
laity that assists with the baptism on a Sunday afternoon.
There have been 38 baptisms- 12 adults and 26 children {6 Infants under 1; 17 children
between 1-4 years; 3 children between 5-10; O young people 11-17 years.) This is an
increase of 7 baptisms. Enquiries for baptisms vastly increased in number and forecasts
suggest that this trend will continue into 2025.
Generallyj the impact of baptismal provision has led to baptism families continuing to
attend church and to get involved in church life.
Wedding ministry has increased. There have been 4 weddings across the year as the church
competes with secular venues. The church communicated with use of high-quality
materials called 'JustAsk' with wedding couples. Beautiful wedding folders produced by
the Church of England are presented to any couple asking about marriage. This year has
seen an upward trend in blessings of rings and renewal of vows which have taken place
usually in Sunday Holy Communion Services.
Wedding preparation has used face to face. Both formats have provided opportunity to
meet the wedding couple and to establish a good relationship with their local church and
clergy. Once again there has been a number of divorcees wishing to be married at St.
Michael's. Using the document, Marriage in church after divorce. specific protocols have
been followed. The clergy ha5 applied to the Rural Dean for permission of divorcees to
marry. Figures already suggest reasonable numbers for 2025. A database of wedding
couples with contact information has been produced according to GDPR regulations. Its
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sole purpose is to maintain contact and to publicise events, church activities and services.
A designated member of the congregation acts as administrator, 'welcomerf and point of
reference for all enquiries with wedding couples. This works incredibly well in a positive
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way. Between 19-20 October a special wedding weekend was held over 2 days. On 19
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October the church held a very successful Wedding Fayre and on 20th October a special
wedding celebration service was held. Couples who had married at St. Michael's were
invited back to celebrate marriage and to renew their vows if requested. This was a
wonderful service of music. prayer, readings and specific interviews of wedding couples.
The Blind Date Couple led the interviews. Over two hundred people attended this highly
imaginative, emotional and spiritual service as families came together. Since then, there
has been an increased interest and request for weddings to be held at St. Michael's.
Funeral ministry continues to be very strong within the church ministry. Figures remain
quite high although slighter lower as illustrated. However. there is an upward trend in the
number of crematorium funerals. Analysis of figures show this is significant as the church
has worked hard to counteract the strong trend of celebrants within the locality.
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From l January until 31 December 2024
21 funerals in church
17 burials of ashes
10 funerals in the crematorium
Face to face meetings takes place in church with home visiting, with zoom, phone calls and
email where appropriate. This hybrid approach has proved successful in reaching funeral
families. After the funeral service has taken place pastoral care continued where
appropriate. Contact with families is maintained, they are contacted by phone before and
after the service, and 6 weeks, six months and twelve months thereafter if requested to.
These contarts are carried out by clergy and the Pastoral Group. On the first anniversary of
the death, the family receive a prayer card from the church. Services of Candles of
Remembrance and Lament were held in November to accommodate the bereaved
families. Services were very well attended.
One of our key aims is the purposeful act of reaching out pastorally and spiritually to
families who only had internment of ashes in the cemetery. Many families had chosen a
celebrant to lead the funeral service or used a more contemporary idea to process direct
cremation. Paradoxically families felt the need to have a priest or lay minister to intern
ashes. An invitation was sent to them to attend the Candles of Remembrance and Lament
service in November. This was once again highly successful in offering pastoral support
within a Christian setting. Feedback from those who attended was very positive and
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affirming towards the church who had provided the solace and comfort which had been
missed at such funerals.
The church outsources a local grave digger who works across the diocese. To assist in
preparation for weddings and funerals there now is a team of three vergers who operate a
rota system. Both changes have proved extremely effective.
Mission Evan
elism Disci
leshi
and Vocation
The aim of the church must not be self-serving but to seek to share God's love and to work
for the kingdom. Helping those in need is a demonstration of our faith. The Church
supports several charities including Water Aid at Harvest time, Children's Society and
Christian Aid throughout the year. This year a special Christian Aid Breakfast and
Sponsored Walk was organised by Ladiesdotcom in May. This creative ecumenical
approach was very successful with many people attending either for breakfast or mid-
morning coffee. Both events raised a great deal of money and encouraged fellowship.
Locally the church family supports the Walsall North Food Bank. The Church donates IOYO
of its direct giving to overseas and local mission. Clergy introduced the principle that at
least one chosen charity must be chosen from human, animal and environmental charities.
Suggestions were submitted for the Mission group to make the decision to be ratified by
the PCC. Those organisations supported in 2024 included:
Home Mission
Centrepoint 500 (Human)
World Vision UK 500 (Human)
Acorns Children Hospice 500 {Human)
The Children's Village 500 (Human)
Over Seas Mission
Tree Aid 500 (Environment)
Child Sponsorship 216 (Human)
World Animal Protection 197 { Animal)
School Leavers books 273 (Human)
Christmas books for children 32 (Human)
Parish Mission /Follow the Star 60 (Human
Donations were also made to The Children's Society of £127. this is in respect of the
Christingle service held in December 2024 and also to DEC Middle East Humanitarian
Appeal £120. this is in respect of the Post Box appeal.
At specific times during the church year there have been retiring collections such as,
Macmillan Cancer Support during September and Make a Mother's Day (Motherfs Union)
in March.
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Mission and discipleship have been a priority within the congregation. Two areas for
development did continue to be embedded, namely, prayer and vocation. Furthermore,
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the 180 Anniversary of the church galvanised opportunities for mission, discipleship•
prayer and vocation.
Vocation was explored further during the time of placements for both observational and
discernments students. Over 10 weeks the discernment student who was considering
permanent diaconate explored the tradition of our churchman-ship. Meanwhile the
observation student focussed on Holy Week and Easter as an opportunity to see and
understand the traditions and practises of this time in the church calendar. Another
student has also been mentored by the clergy as preparation of the discernment by the
diocese. All of this generated awareness of vocation, raised questions and provided an
atmosphere for discovery, teaching and understanding.
National Volunteer Week -3rd June - 10th June - the church utilised this campaign with the
congregation to encourage them to volunteer with the running of the church. Firstly, it
was an opportunity to thank the volunteers who keep the church going. Such people give
freely of their time• gifts and talents which enables this church to blossom and flourish for
the kingdom of God. Secondly, the aim was to increase the volunteer base at St. Michael's.
Lastlyi it allowed an opportunity to discuss 'vocation' as a calling. Forms (See below) were
distributed to the congregation with several headings and also requesting people with
specific skills to come forward. It was a very good response.
Please tick the relevant box if you can help
Cleaning
Maintenance Group
elcome Team
Pastoral Care Team
Bell Ringing
ocial Committee
Intercessor
History Group
Confirmation Training
Server
Open the Book
General
Administration
inging Group
Coffee Rota
Sunday Reader
Baptism Preparation
Children's Work
Gardening
Our parish magazine continues to be a very successful and substantial part of the overall
evangelistic strategy. Feedback from the community still remains positive. People without
access to social media appreciate the publication. For five years the format and high-
quality graphic design has kept it an attractive publication. Local businesses are still eager
to advertise in the magazine. Quality items covering both church and community issues are
informative, inspiring and keeps parishioners up to date. Specific articles aim to develop
knowledge of Christianity and the mission of the church. Magazines are published four
times per year and are available at several outlets in the village. A review of the
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advertising costs is necessary in early 2025 as prices have remained the same for the last 5
years.
Invitation to promote church services and events are also included in 'The Grapevine and
The Pioneerf. Use of The Grapevine is no cost to the church. Productive and purposeful
relationships now exist between the church and other publishing companies which is
beneficial to all parties.
Social media platforms have continued to develop to encourage mission and evangelism.
Both the church Face book page and website does engage and connect with
people. Communication continues to improve within the parish and the wider community
but this is under continual review. St. Michael's Church Face book is very effective for
promotion and rep.orting upon church services and events. Through creative imagery,
graphics and symbolism it is highly successful reaching a broader base of people through
differing engagements. However, the church website does need further development in
the future. This continues to be a top priority to avoid hacking of the site.
Publication of the 'What's On, poster periodically throughout the year provides up to date
information on church services and events. Responses from the general public indicate
appreciation by the local people and businesses.
Services and visits to the local nursing home have been spasmodic due to specific logistics.
It is important to note that our link with Pelsall Hall has been affected by their staffing and
illness. However, a pattern of Home Communions was resumed by the dedicated.
committed and experienced Lay Reader. Pelsall Hall residents had a short Christmas carol
service led by the Lay Reader and supported by the Singing Group. This was appreciated by
the residents.
Housebound provision was strengthened in many ways during 2024. Home Communions
were provided and Pastoral Care visiting took place on a regular basis. Christmas cards
were produced and distributed by the church to the house bound. At Easter the
housebound received an Easter bag of goodies. This included Easter cards, prayer diaries.
Palm Cross, Prayer Retreat for Holy Week with Easter reflertion materials plus an Easter
egg! This was added to by St. Michael's church school pupils who also made cards. They
were received well. Home Communion has taken place if and when appropriate to the
housebound by both clergy and Lay Reader. Several members of this group have sadly
passed away which has reduced our housebound number.
Links and positive relationships continue to be developed and embedded with the three
village schools, namely, St. Michael's CE Primary, Pelsall Village and Ryders Hayes School.
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Clergyj lay minister's and the Open the Book Team involvement has increased in a range of
ways. Clergy have consistently visited schools. Together the church and schools have
worked hard to foster and encourage partnership between and amongst the school and
church communities. Clergy regularly lead worship in schoolp particularly St. Michaels and
occasionally in Pelsall Village School. Engagement with parents at St. Michael's Church
School has increased which is beneficial. This is proving fruitful and beneficial.
Our link with our local church school has strengthened and deepened. For example, the
church school in Pelsall introduced a Holy Communion service in school for Key Stage l and
Key Stage 2 which has been purposeful. Over the year it has been very well received by
both pupils, staff and also parents. Parents were given the opportunity to attend the
service both in school and church. Once again, the traditional 'Clipping Service, encouraged
the reception class and their parents to attend the church. Parental numbers increased
from the previous year. Feedback indicates that parents are beginning to feel more
confident in attending church due to a warm and embracing welcome. This was reflected
in the attendance at the Mothering Service held in church for Key Stagel and EYFS. Link
with the school also includes attending meeting new Reception Parents and Reception
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Graduation. To coincide with the Special Wedding weekend and 180 anniversary,
celebrations in October pupils f rom EYFS came into church for a 'Mock Wedding and
Celebration,.
Ryders Hayes and Pelsall Village have invited clergy to attend their annual Remembrance
service, Carol Concert and Awards Evening. Clergy have also pastorally supported this
school community during the death of two pupils at the school and at the memorial
service.
Visits to the church by schools have taken place for different reasons. During our 180
anniversary there have been further and creative opportunities to engage with the church.
Pupils from Pelsall Village, St. Michael's School and Ryders Hayes visited during the year to
explore the history of the church. Pupils booklets were produced by a congregation
member to assist the learning process. This was highly successful and was very well
received by pupils of all ages who found this a positive learning experience.
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St. Michael's led a new venture based on an oral history project during the church's 180
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celebrations. The intergenerational project, church's celebrations and Walsall Borough
2040 strategic plan all came together in this project to highlight what a wonderful place
Pelsall is to live. The overall aim was to celebrate St. Michael's 180 years but also to
celebrate the history• heritage and legacy of the local community. Using a creative
approach this history project was an attempt to help young and old be proud of their
borough and to build on our heritage and identity within the Black Country and celebrate
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our shared stories of legacy before lost in time. Opportunity was provided for pupils to
interview congregation members about their local church, its history, their life and their
Christian journey. Pupils presented their findings to congregation members who visited the
school weeks later. It was also an opportunity to enable the Pelsall community to
celebrate their diversity and traditions in an inclusive and creative way. All of which aligns
with the Walsall borough aims 'We are proud of our borough, and another strand of
'Celebrating our Culture & Heritage. It was an excellent inter- generational activity which
was reported on several media channels and local newspapers such as Express & Star. It
was an excellent inter- generational activity which will take place again in the future.
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To celebrate the 180 anniversary the church held an 'Art Competition, based around the
church. Pupils from the three schools were invited to produce a piece of art using a range
of medium to cover the brief, 'St. Michael's during the Seasons,. Prizes were donated by a
local business "Maunds" Entries were judged by local artists and awards were presented
at the annual Toy Service in December.
In 2024 there was no Church School Confirmation. No candidates came forward. It is hoped
that there will be candidates for 2025.
In July clergy were able to attend the year 6 leaverfs ceremony at both Pelsall Village and
St. Michael's school. Books purchased by the church were distributed to pupils.
The annual community Christingle service had a large attendance with pupils, parents and
community. Each of the three schools participated in the service through prayers, readings
and music. Community engagement was purposeful but this service needs refreshing with
a more imaginative approach.
In December the clergy were invited to the Carol Service at Ryders Hayes, Pelsall Village
and St. Michael's Primary School. Pupils from St. Michael's Church school in Reception, Key
Stage l and Key Stage 2 had their own Christmas service with age specific content. Clergy
visited the nursery for their age- appropriate service.
Open the Book has continued with their excellent input into St. Michael's CE Primary
School. Enthusiasm and commitment by members of the congregation makes this very
successful in mission and engagement. It is a valuable asset to the mission of the church. In
2024 the OTB team launched into provision at Pelsall Village and has also delivered one
session during the sermon slot at the Annual Toy Service in December.
School governance continues to be a strength through which evangelism can be fostered
through debate, witness and discussion between our church school and church.
Relationships between the schools are excellent. The Foundation Governor at St. Michael's
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school is a member of the laity whilst the clergy is an ex-officio member. Both are involved
in appointment of staff, exclusions and Headteacher's Appraisal. Both governors art as
Link Governors to several subjects. Clergy have been involved in the Vision and Values
Working Group at the church school. The aim of the review was to refresh and develop a
new school vision based upon Biblical text and theological understanding. Clergy is also a
member of the governing body of the Pelsall Village School acting as Vice Chair of the
governing body and Chair of the Curriculum Committee.
Community engagement has developed well throughout the year with the many
organisations, agencies and associations as the church reaches out to engage and make a
difference to this locality. Several are outlined here in this report:
Walsall North Foodbank (part of the Black Country Foodbank) which is based at Pelsall
Methodist Chapel is well supported by St. Michael's congregation. The number of
donations by congregation has been adversely impacted by the economic situation. This
was noticeable at the reduced collection of produce from the church school at Harvest
time. Members of the congregation actively work with the project.
Broader links have developed with the POPRS (Preserve Our Pelsall Remembrance
Service). Clergy led the service at Pelsall Cenotaph for the annual Remembrance Service in
November where the community comes together to participate in the National
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Remembrance Service. In June, clergy were asked to lead a service for the 80 anniversary
of the historic D-Day landings. This was to commemorate and to remember the great
efforts and sacrifices made by military to fight for freedom. POPRS also commissioned a
poppy display to be installed on the church tower of St. Michael's. Congregation and
community worked together to knit thousands of poppies for the structure. Clergy are also
invited to several functions, for example. the Big Switch of the Lights in early November.
Open the Door Days- two'open the Door, events were organised by our own church
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history group. This group was specially formed for the 180 anniversary. Very dedicated
members of this group met regularly to co-ordinate these days. A history book of the
church, book marks and a designated pop- up banner all promoted the celebration. Each
'Open the Doorf day was different. The first one was opened by the High Sheriff of the
West Midlands. Douglas Wright. The day included exhibitions, tours and guides, register
searches, display of artefarts and vestments, bell tower tours along with a performance
from Pelsall Ladies Choir and delicious refreshments.
Our second day was similar and was opened by the Mayor of Walsall, Councillor Harris
along with our local councillors and MP. On this occasion St. Michael's Church school band
performed during the lunchtime. Both days were very enjoyable. It brought our church
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community together to organise and to engage with the Pelsall community. It was a
unique historical celebration of great joyi pride and love for this church.
A Defibrillator machine was privately purchased by congregation members. It was installed
on the church wall along Hall Lane to make this accessible to the community. Our aim was
to reach out to the community to make a Christian difference to the locality. Our machine
is linked to the National Defibrillator Network which is supported by several agencies
including the British Heart Foundation. The link system called Yhe Circuit, keeps regular
contact with the Parish Office informing when the machine has been used or simply
opened for use but was not needed at the scene of the incident. Regular status checks take
place to ensure that the machine is monitored regularly and that accurate data exists on
the defibrillator. Training for the machine has been provided for church members and
some community partners who use the church hall: The machine has been requested to
assist on several occasions. This new venture has been a positive experience of making a
difference to the community.
RISE UP Campaign Against Domestic Abuse is our campaign to raise awareness about
domestic abuse across the Britain and Ireland movement. The letters of RISE UP stand
for Respond, Inform. Support, Empower, Unite and Pray. Domestic abuse can happen to
anyone from any walk of life. The Mothers, Union members and churches have worked
together to be a part of the change. Bronze, silver and gold awards are available for
branches and churches who take part and complete various actions, as we work together
to raise critical awareness and take action against domestic abuse, in whatever form it
takes.
Local network meetings with ASDA Foundation acting as co-ordinator are still active.
Meetings are held at Pelsall Community Association on a monthly basis. Clergy attend if,
and when possible, which included a Christmas Meal Spectacular where networks came
together.
Community engagement with local businesses is developing well. From February onwards
the church began to promote a wedding weekend. Using BBC West Midlands Radio, the
clergy invited past wedding couples to come forward to share their memories of their
wedding day in Pelsall. This created excitement and motivation for the project. Planning
took place throughout the summer leading to a wedding fayre in Ottober. The Wedding
Fayre brought together local businesses from the wedding industry to have stalls. Opened
by the Blind Date couple, who were married at St. Michael's over 30 years ago the event
galvanised the community to be involved in so many ways. A post box topper of a vicar
plus bride and groom was made by a local lady. Four main businesses dressed their Shop
window fronts to promote and advertise their local Wedding Fayre. Both the BCC news
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channel and BBC West Midlands Radio plus several national newspapers reported upon
the event. Express & Star also interviewed the owners for a special featured in the
newspaper. Gifts and raffle prizes were donated in large number from community
businesses for the church raffle. These partnerships need to be consolidated in the next
year with the possible growth of more links across the business world.
Pelsall Community Association (PCA) and the church have sound and productive
relationships. Clergy have attended several times to give talks to their various local groups.
Regular invitations are made to clergy and church community to their events. PCA took the
opportunity to have a wedding stall to promote their venue.
Working with Brownhills Community Association our branch of Motherfs Union Pelsall
launched a new project called Mary's Samaritans. Together, they continue to organize
support for local families in need of household items such as kitchenware, bed wear,
cutlery and crockery through our network of support organizations. The project has
experienced highs and lows since it started. Issues at the start have been resolved as the
project focused upon needs of the schools. During the year Mary's Samaritans have
responded if and when required by the schools.
Partnership with the church and our local councillors continues to make a difference to the
locality. Working together, a Toy Service was organized to provide toys for children
through Walsall Council for 'Looked After Children (LAC) across the borough. Our response
was due to a tragedy with a burnt -out minibus filled with over £4k of toys. This year the
church also decided to support a project, called COSY COMFORTS UK. The local councillors
and CEO from Kids Village attended the service. People from the community and
congregation were asked to attend and donate brand new toys. Response was tremendous
and exceeded our expectations. This was very successful showing substantial community
engagement between church and parish. Such partnerships can and do make a difference
to the locality.
Well established groups such as Men's Fellowship, Motherfs Union, Ladiesdotcom, Baptism
& Wedding Preparation and Thursday Morning Group all continue to funrtion regularly.
Each group contributes to the 'building blocks, of the church community.
Study and learning has had a high priority but with a changed focus. Individual response
rather than organised sessions during Lent was explored. People were provided with
resources so that they could study in their own horne.
Watch & Pray booklet was the Church of England's Lent campaign for 2024. The booklet
offered daily Bible readings, short reflections, prayers and practical ideas to help people
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make sense of life's challenges and draw closer to God during Lent. Each congregation
member or family were given a free booklet for study and reflection while our church
children were given an alternative children's booklet on the same theme.
Teaching materials have been placed on the church website. Such materials are always
under review to meet the needs of the congregation. Materials associated with the church
lectionary are provided for both adults and children if and when necessary. On a
Wednesday the church uses 'Wednesday Word, which is a weekly feature based on the
Sunday gospel. During Holy Week a booklet was on line to follow Christ's journey towards
Easter Sunday.
This included -
Worship at home from Palm Sunday to Easter
Stations of the Cross
Work Booklets for Children
Special edition of Wednesday Word for children
During Lent the church provided once a week a lunchtime meditative time called 'Holding
the Silence, which was an opportunity to spend time in silence. Each week there was a
focus with reflection based on 'The Beatitudes,. A small devoted number attended each
week.
For three days in Holy Week a service of reflection and social action with themes titled
'Called to Action, Called to Forgive, Called to Trust, This was a reflective worship which
brought lived experiences into God's transforming presence.
During Holy Week the congregation had opportunity to participate in A Retreat in Daily life
-Do not be afraid I will call you by name, you are mine. It was for all those who find it hard
to get away on retreat, when life is just too busyy when there are too many responsibilities
and constraints; they were invited to make this their own retreat and experience a glimpse
of lona or Taize in church. People could opt in to suit their own availability, either at home
or by coming to church. In each booklet there was a simple liturgy, reflection for each day,
a prayer, a passage of scripture and a focus for your own thoughts and prayers. Each
housebound received this package in their Easter bag.
"Do not be afraid" are the words that Jesus said so often, especially to those who were
feeling lonely, excluded or vulnerable. The week explores some of what makes people
fearful and anxious. "Do not be afraid, is about a journey of discovery as we dare to step
out of the ordinary patterns of our lives and set out on a different path. Through Holy
Week we walk with Jesus as he deals with loneliness, isolation, rejection, conflict, and
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betrayal. Each of these will take us into the heart of the Passion and will resonate with our
own experience.
This was well received and even further development will continue in 2025.
Confirmation Study Group proved fruitful and rewarding. Five candidates were confirmed
at the Walsall Deanery Confirmation service which was held at St. Michael's Pelsall.
Candidates attended church regularly and followed 'The Pilgrim Course, over several
months. Use of excellent materials assisted the candidates in their understanding. Pilgrim
is a major teaching and discipleship resource from the Church of England. It aims to help
every local church create a place where people can explore the Christian faith together and
see how it can be lived out each day. Pilgrim takes a different approach to other Christian
programmes. It approaches the great issues of faith not through persuasion, but
participation in a pattern of contemplation and discussion with a group of fellow
travellers. Candidates followed the following stages:
Pilgrim is comprised of two initial stages: the Follow stage for those very new to faith. It
introduces the Christian faith for newcomers or those exploring confirmation or affirming
their faith.
Grow stage for those who want to go further to develop a deeper level of discipleship.
Each stage contains four short six-session courses which focus on a major theme of
Christian life.
Increased enquiries for Confirmation appear to continue into 2025.
Pastoral Care at St Michael's has always been and continues to be a priority, supporting
our congregation and bereaved families in the Parish. Contact by telephone is initially
made with bereaved families, followed with a visit if they so wish. A card is sent to the
families on the first anniversary of their bereavement. The Pastoral Team Leader meets
with clergy periodically to review the situation and also provides a monthly report. Clergy
are available for advice and guidance especially where there may be difficult visits. During
2024 visiting has taken place with those needing our support in their homes, care homes
and hospital in the usual way. Although. normally telephone calls prior to visits take place
to ascertain the latest situation as virus and Covid can still be a concern. In addition to
visits, contact is made by telephone, cards, texts, and email. A priority will be to increase
the number of Pastoral Care visitors in the near future.
The PCC reviewed pastoral care arrangements across the parish and within the
congregation. As such this was to ensure compliance of Safeguarding within these differing
pastoral contexts. As a result, a Pastoral Care policy was written and approved with action
being fully implemented in 2025.
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Part of the Pastoral Care role is to review and update the 'Years' Mind Book'and produce
the monthly list for prayers for those who have passed away. The team have a supportive
network within the congregation and are very grateful and appreciative of the love, care
and support given by Clergy and all who show their continued commitment to our Pastoral
Mission.
Clergy offered once again 'Congregations, Coffee and Conversations,. Time was offered
with the clergy within the week for anyone who wished to have a talk about how they are,
how they are feeling, how their faith has been challenged. strengthened or has flat
bottomed out during most challenging circumstances. Numbers taking up this opportunity
has increased especially with newcomers to the church. Such meetings have continued to
be fruitful and beneficial for all parties especially with new members of the
congregation.
Deane
The role of the Deanery is to bring together the views of the parishes of the Deanery on
common problems and to discuss and formulate policies on those problems, to foster a
sense of community and interdependence amongst those parishes, and generally to
promote in the Deanery the whole mission of the church - pastoral, evangelistic, social and
ecumenical.
There have been seven Synod meeting held during the year and St Michael's has been
represented at all Synod meetings. St Michael's had the pleasure of hosting the summer
Eucharist which was very well attended and there were many comments about how
warmly welcomed everyone was.
The Deanery has refocused on Shaping for Mission and it remains very much a part of the
strategic framework for the diocese and impacting new appointments. The Deanery review
was shared and was an extensive piece of work that documented what was happening in
our deanery at the time of compilation. The synod had the opportunity to look through the
deanery review and in small groups, there was the opportunity to consider what a deanery
plan for outreach and evangelism might look like.
There have been various guest speakers invited to talk over the period which were both
interesting and informative.
St Michael's is represented at Synod by John Maye who is the Deanery Lay Chair, Rev.
Alison Morris and Alison Myatt will also represent St Michaels at deanery synod moving
forward. St Michael's has and continues to pay for three synod representatives at £30 per
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representative so there is still room for one more representative moving forward and we
will actively try to fill this role from the congregation.
St Michael's remains one of the best supported and growing churches in the Deanery with
figures showing that it continues to go from strength to strength and is held in high esteem
by the deanery.
Social And Fundraisin
Social and fundraising events are part of life at St Michael's Pelsall.
During 2024, we have held several large events:
A May bank holiday fun day where we opened our doors to the communityfree of charge
so that families could take part in various activities- we had local classic car clubs in
attendance and hundreds of people from the community enjoyed the day.
We held a wedding fayre using both the church hall and the church, again attended by
large numbers from the local community.
Two concerts were held in the church, one in the summer and one at Christmas.
We held an afternoon tea in the church hall.
Our annual Christmas market was held in November and we finished off the year with a
New Year's Eve party.
The hall has been hired out for 25 children's parties.
Four charities have benefited from free use of our facilities these are: Macmillan Cancer
Support, Christian Aid, the Samaritans and Tiny Tots children's charity.
Ecumenical Relationshi
Ecumenical relationships had continued to strengthen and develop with Pelsall Methodist
Church. Clergy from both churches met regularly to forward plan and to support each
other in their ministry. Both clergy and lay ministers are invited to attend their Thursday
afternoon fellowship group. In January the two congregations gathered for the 'Week of
Prayer for Christian Unity, at Pelsall Methodist. In May during the Christian Aid Week the
congregations met to worship at the Holy Communion service at St. Michael's. However,
the Methodist minister left in the summer which impacted upon the link during the latter
part of the year.
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6.Financial Review
Treasurerfs report for the accounts:
Total receipts for the year were £99,934 (£111,271) of which £37,474 (£41,313) was
voluntary giving and donations. A further £7,588 {£7.792) was received from Gift Aid and
GASDS and a sum of £5,105 (£7,650) was received from grants.
The planned giving together with collections at services totalled £35.259 (£35,781), a
decrease of 1% on the previous year.
Total income including tax recovered was £99,934 (£111,272) a decrease of IO% on last
year.
A total of £38,241 (£25,642) was spent from designated and restricted funds during the
year. an increase of 490A.
The net result for the year was an excess of income over expenditure of £12,737. There
was also an increase in the value of the shares of £2,099. The total value of the Church now
stands at £507,976 {£493,141).
Reserves Policy:
Reserve Funds are held for the bells (Beiinower Fund), the organ {Organ/Music Fund), the
upkeep and maintenance of the Church (Fabric/Restoration Fund), the upkeep and
maintenance of the Church Hall {Repair/Renewal Fund) and the graveyard (Graveyard
Fund). Balances on the Graveyard Fund are used to maintain the graveyard (cost this year
£15,979), and the balances on the other funds are used to cover repairs, maintenance and
emergencies.
There is an unrestrirted reserves policy of holding 3 months expenditure. On 2024 figures
this would be £12,239 (2023 £11,390) and unrestricted reserves at 31.12.2024 are actually
£98,043 (2023 £96,112) which is substantially above this target. The PCC are happy to hold
this excess as it provides a cushion in these uncertain times. There are also designated
reserves of £395,681 (2023 £379,692). There are no overdrawn reserves.
Fabric Re
ort
All annual servicing has been carried out throughout the year. Due dates are monitored
and servicing performed in a timely manner
The church building is maintained and updated. The quinquennial report is used as a
guide.
2024 has seen repairs to brickwork in the north transept - all mortar has been replaced in
the verges of the Church centre. A new floor has been laid in the west door entrance and a
leak addressed in the Church centre roof.
A structural repair has been done to rotten wood work in the Church centre.
The toilet block in the centre has been refurbished.
The graveyard around the church is maintained by a contractor.
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Tne remote cemetery is maintained by a volunteer. During tne year, we nave paid to hav=
hedges cut and the removal of six diseased and dangerous poplar trees.
The church hall inierior has been repainted, faulry plumbing in tne toilet block has been
repaired and several heaters have been replacod.
ointment of the inde
endent Examiner
This takes place at the A.G.M. It was agreed that the services of the Diocese of Lichfield
would be used to examine the financial affaArs of the Darish.
Safe
uardin
The PCC believe they haije fulfilled their duty under section 5 of the Safeguarding and
Clergy Discipline Measure 201i> (duty to hava due regard to House of Bishops, guidance on
safeguarding children and vulnerable adulLS). This year has seen the review of the new
safeguarding policy and its provision within tne church communiiy. (See policy section for
more details). The church is now compliant with safeguarding policies and procedures. In
14ovember the Safeguarding iundaytook place which provided literature and information
to the congregation for their information and records. Presentation of this was organi?ed
by our designated and commiKted Safeguarding person who effectively contributes to
ensure that the thurch is legally compliant.
Approved by the PCC on..:k'. ,
2025 and signed on its behalf by
Ichair)
(Secretary)
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Independent Examiner's report to the trustees/members of The PCC of Pelsall
Registered charity number.. 1170860
I report on the accounts for the year ended 31, December 2024 which are Set out on the following pages.
Res
ective res
onsibllities of the Trustees and Inde
endent Examiner
The charity's trustees a re responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an
audit is not required for this year under Section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act} and that an
independent examination is needed.
It is rny respon5ibilitv
to examine the accounts under Section 145 of the Cha rities Act,
to follow the procedures laid down in the Genera l Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section
145{5llbl of the Charities Act, and
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of Inde
endent Examiner's Statement
My examination wa5 carried 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 includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and
seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedure5 undertaken do not provide all
the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the account5
present a "true and fairf, view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Inde
endent Examiner's Statement
In connection with my examination, no material matters have come to my attention which gives me ca use to believe
that in a ny material respect..
accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charitie5 Act or
the account5 do not accord with the with the accounting records
the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts
set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the
accounts give a true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.
I have come across no other matters in con nection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order
to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
2210412025
Signed..
Jonathan Hill FCMA CGMA
Lichfield Diocesan Board of Finance, St Marfs House, The Close, Lichfield. WS13 7LD
Date: ..........
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The Parochial Church Council of St Michael & All Angels, Pelsall
st
Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
Accounting Policies
The PCC is a public benefit entity within the meaning of FRS 102. The financial statements have been
prepared under the Charities Act 2011 and in accordance with the Church Accounting Regulations 2006
governing the individual accounts of PCCS, and with the Regulations true and fair view" provisions. They
have also been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102).
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention with items recognised at
cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant notes to these accounts. The financial
Statements include all transactions, assets and liabilities for which the PCC is responsible in law. They do not
include the accounts of church groups that owe their main affiliation to another body nor those that are
informal gatherings of Church members.
'There may be minor discrepancies in the totals as the pence are not being shown.
Cashflow Statement
The Charity has taken advantage of the exemption in FRS102 from the requirement to produce a Cash flow
Statement on the grounds that the income does not exceed £500,000.
Going Concern
There are no material uncertainties related to events or conditions that cast significant doubt on the
charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
Accounting Estimates and Prior Year Errors
No changes to accounting estimates have occurred in the reporting period.
No material prior year errors have been identified in the reporting period.
Description of Funds
Unrestrirted funds are income funds of the PCC that are available for spending on the general purposes of
the PCC, including amounts designated bythe PCC for fixed assets for its own use or for spending on a future
project and which are therefore not included in its 'free reserves as disclosed in the trustees, annual
report.
Restricted funds comprise of two elements:
a) income from trusts or endowment5 which may be expended only on those restricted objects provided in
the terms of the trust or bequest
b) donations or grants received for a specific object or invited by the PCC for a specific object. The funds may
only be expended on the specific object for which they were given. Any balance remaining unspent at the
end of each year must be carried forward as a balance on that fund. The PCC does not usually invest
separately for each fund. Where there is no separate investment, interest is apportioned to individual funds
on an average balance basis.
Endowment funds are restritted funds that must be retained as trust capital either permanently or subject
to a discretionary power to spend capital as income, and where the use of any income or other benefit
derived from the capital may be restricted or unrestricted. Full details of all their restrictions are shown in
the notes to the accounts.
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Income
Planned giving, collections and donations are recognised when received or when the PCC becomes entitled
to the resource and the monetary value can be measured with sufficient reliability. Tax refunds are
recognised when the incoming resource to which they relate is received, Grants and Legacies are accounted
for when the PCC is legally entitled to the amounts due and the monetary value can be measured with
sufficient reliability. Dividends are accounted for when receivable, interest is accrued. All other income is
recognised when it is receivable. All incoming resources are accounted for gross.
Expenditure
Grants and donations are accounted for when paid over, or when awarded, if that award creates a binding
or constructive obligation on the PCC. The diocesan parish share is accounted for when due. Amounts
received specifically for mission are dealt with as restricted funds. All other expenditure is generally
recognised when it is incurred and is accounted for gross.
Governance and Support Costs
Support costs should be allocated between governance costs and other support. Governance costs
comprise all costs involving public accountability of the PCC and its compliance with regulation and good
practice.
Support costs include central functions and have been allocated to activity cost categories on a basis
consistent with the use of resources eg by allocating staff costs by time spent and other costs by their usage.
Fixed Assets
Consecrated and benefice property is not included in the accounts by s.10(2)(al&(C} of the Charities Act
2011.
Moveable church furnishings held by the Vicar and Churchwardens on special trust for the PCC and which
require a faculty for disposal are inalienable property, listed in the Church's inventory, which can be
inspected (at any reasonable time). For anything acquired prior to 2000 there is insufficient cost information
available and therefore such assets are not valued in the financial statements.
No depreciation is provided on buildings as the currently estimated residual value of the properties is not
less than their carrying value and the remaining useful life of these assets exceeds 50 years, so that any
depreciation charges would be immaterial.
Other tangible fixed assets are valued at cost.
Investment5
Investments in quoted shares, traded bonds and similar investments are valued initially at cost and
subsequently at market value at the year end. Investment5 held for re-sale are treated as current asset
investments.
Debtor5
Debtors are measured on initial recognition at settlement amount. Subsequently they are measured at cash
expected to be received.
Creditors and Accruals
Creditors are measured at settlement amounts less any trade discounts. Accruals are measured on best
estimate of the amount required to settle the obligation at the reporting date.
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PCC of Pe15all St. Michael & All Angels
Statement of Financial Activities for the year ended 31 December 2024
Unrestricted Designated Restricted Endowment
funds
funds
funds
funds
Total
Prior year
fund5 total funds
Recelpts
Incoming resources from generated funds
Voluntary income
Activities for generatin6 funds
Investment Income
Incoming resources from charitable activities
Other incoming resourte5
Total income
1181
207
17.122
1181
53.807
21,868
8,875
15,401
48,376
4.746
8,87S
7,369
5,225
61,514
21,914
7.660
19,450
734
111,272
8,132
iiooi
69.366
2S,443
5,125
99.934
Payments
Cost of generating fLtnds
Cost of generatin8 voluntary income
Charitable activities
Governance costs
Total expenditure
1,369
47,376
210
48.955
1.369
85,618
210
87,197
919
70.109
174
71.202
28,g14
9.427
28,814
9,427
Net income I lexpènditurel resources belore
transfer
20,411
13A711
14.3021
12.737
40,070
Trans￿r5
Gross transfers between funds- in
Gross transfers between funds- out
OtheT recognised gain5 1 losses
Gains / losses on investment assets
Net movement In funds
24,022
14,6611
1,219
25.240
125,2401
23.626
123,6261
120,5791
2,099
1.930
2.099
14,836
7,884
47.954
15.989
13.0841
Total funds brought forward
96.112
379,692
17,336
493.141
445.187
Totsl funds carrled ton¥aTd
98,043
395,681
14.252
507.976
493,141
Represented by
Unrestrlcted
General fund
98.043
98,043
96,112
Deslgnated
Bar and Social Fund
Bell Tower Fund
Buildin85- Fixed Asset Fund
CHURCH HALLRUNNING FUND
Cake Fund
Children's Minlstry Fund
Church Centre Renovation Fund
Church Elertricity
Church Hall Elettricity
Church Hall RepairlRenewal Fund
Graveyard Fund
Legacy Fund
Organ/Music Fund
Parish Common Fund
Warm Weleome Fund
4,404
1,668
268.171
17,747
136
180
4.404
1,668
268,171
17.747
136
180
7,336
1.382
268.171
10,758
60
150
656
45
240
1.413
26,512
11,502
10,115
40,672
li
li
1.413
17,959
11,502
11.075
61,415
1,413
17,959
11,502
11,075
61,415
Restrlcted
Advanced weddin8 fees
Agency collection
Bridgeman Education Fund
Fabric/Re5toration Fund
Flower Fund
Graveyard Donation Fund
Interior Decoratin8 5¢heme Fund
lightin8 Fund
500
13801
9,447
500
13801
9,447
600
13801
9,492
2,459
31
480
4,625
30
31
31
4,625
30
4.625
30
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PCC of Pelsall St. Michael & All Angels
8alan.- Sheet as at 31 t>ecember 2024
Total fund5
Prior year funds
Mxedassets
Tangi￿2 assets
361357
361.957
359.858
359.858
Current assets
CAsh atbaDkand in hand
149.078
149.078
135588
135.588
Uabditie5
Ctedltork-Atnounts fajllng due in one year
3.059
3,059
2.306
2306
Netcurrentass2ts less ¢urrent118billtles
146.019
133.283
Youl assets less wrrentliabilities
S07,976
493.141
To*l42t*5Éts425sJ$8bllJt(4S
507,976
493,1
Represented by
Unrestrltted
95.Q43
96.112
Designated
Bar4nd5vcial Fund
Church Hall REp4irlRettewal Fund
Ll2ri¥h Cernrnon
Wann Welcome Fund
ell TowtT Fund
OrganlMuSiC Ftsnd
4,4Q4
1.413
7,336
L413
40,672
680
1.382
u),11s
2G.5L?
1.668
11.075
17.95Q
M5ssi¢n Giving Fund
Legacy Fund
auildings- Fixed AsserFund
Cake Fund
Church Centre Renovatlon Fund
CHURCH HALL FUNNING FUND
Children's MinistryFund
Churth
Church 685
Church Hall Wettritsty
11.502
268.171
136
11.502
268.171
656
10.758
150
45
17,747
180
li
240
77esirlrto¢J
Advanced weddlng fees
Admlnistratlon GTrnt Fund
Bridgeman EducatSDn Fund
600
9.447
9.492
Interior De￿[all￿g Stheme Fund
F3brirlRestorabon Fund
FlowerFuDd
¥htiJzK Fund
Agency collerttoft
4.6Z5
4.625
2,459
31
30
13801
31
30
13801
Fund5 of the thuTth
507376
493J41
Approved by the PCC on....-.......-.
025 bv
.n p&_
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PCC of Pelsall St. Michael & All Angels
Statement of Assets and Liabilities as at 31 December 2024
General Designated
Restricted Endowment
This year
Last year
Flxed assets-TznKible assets
Church Hall-
CBF Shares-
268.171
268,171
93,786
361,957
268.171
91,687
359,858
93,786
93.786
Totals
268.171
Current assets. Cash at bank and In hand
Santander current account-
CCLA ICBFI deposit account-
Interior Decorating Scheme-
5,CX)O
24.299
105,376
11251
9.902
4,625
14,402
29,174
115,279
4,62S
149.078
23.266
107.697
4,625
135,588
Totals
5.000
129.676
Liabllitles- Agency accounts
Agency collections-
150
150
150
150
Totsls
Liabilitiès- Credltors: Amounts falllng due in oriè
year
Creditors Due in one year-
743
743
2.166
2,166
2,909
2,909
2,306
2,306
Totals
Grand total
98,043
39S,681
14.252
507.976
493.141
Statement of Assets and Liabilities - 2023
Class and nominal code
General
Designated
Restricted
Endowment
Total
Last year
Fixed Asset- Investments
6431.. CBF Shares
91,687
91,687
91.687
91,687
83,803
83.803
Total
Fixed Asset- Tangible Assets
6430: Church Hall
268,171
268,171
268,171
268.171
268,171
268.171
Total
Current Asset- Cash At Bank And In Hand
6501= Santander current account
6510= CCLA ICBFI deposit account
6595: Interior Decorating Scheme
4,387
633
19,297
93,936
14181
13,129
4,625
17.336
23,266
107,697
4,625
135.588
19,623
68,959
4,625
93.207
Total
5.020
113,232
Liability- Agenry Accounts
6699: Agency collections
161
Totsl
Llability- Creditors: Amounts Falllng Due In One Year
6602: Creditors Due in one year
595
595
1,711
1,711
2,306
2,306
Total
Net total assets
96,112
379,692
17,336
493,141
445,187
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PCC of Pelsall St. Michael & All Angels
Fund movement by type - 2024
Opening
Incoming
Outgolng
Transfers Gainsllosses
Closlng
AWFees- Advanced weddlng fee
Restricted
6(M)
61
iiooi
liool
s(xJ
500
Sub-total forAWFees
Admin Gran. Administration Grant
Restricted
5.105
5,105
6.324
6,324
1,219
1.219
Sub.totsl for Admin Gran
Agency-Agency
Restricted
13801
13801
13801
13801
Sub-total for Adrnin Gran
Bar- Bar and Social Fund
Designated
7,336
7,336
2.244
2.244
515
515
14,6611
14.6611
4.404
4,404
Sub-total for Bar
8urldings- Buildings- Fjxed As
Designated
268,171
268.171
268.171
268.171
Sub-total for Buildings
Cake Fund- Cake Fund
Designated
60
60
loo
loo
24
24
136
136
Sub-total for Cake Fund
Ch-cen Ren- Church Centr* Rènova
Desi8nated
656
656
656
656
Sub-totsl for Ch-cen Ren
Ch-HALL- CHURCH HALL RUNNING
Desi8nated
10,758
10.758
14,878
14.878
7.890
7,890
17.747
17.747
Sub-totsl for Ch-HALL
Children's. Children's Ministry
Designated
150
Iso
30
30
180
180
Sub-total for Chlldren's
Church-EL- Church Electricity
Desi8nated
45
45
33
33
li
li
Sub-total for ChuTch.EL
Church.Gas- Church Gas
Designated
Sub-totsl for Church-Gas
Education- Bridgeman Education
Restricted
9,492
9,492
50
50
9.447
9,447
Sub-total for Education
Grave.Don- Graveyard Donatlon F
Restricted
480
480
480
sul￿tOtal for Grave-oon
HALL-ELEC- Church Hall Electrlc
Deslgnated
240
240
240
240
Sub-total ft>r HALL-ELEC
Hall-Rep- Church Hall RepairlR
Designated
1,413
IA13
1,413
1.413
sU￿tOtal for Hall-Rep
IntDecorat- Interior Decorating
Restrirted
4,625
4.625
4.625
4.625
sU￿tOtal for IntDecorat
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Parish Com- Parish Common Fund
Designated
40,672
40.672
20.743
20.743
61,415
61,415
Sub-total for Parish Com
Warm Welco- Wami Welcome Fund
Designated
680
680
Sub-total for Warm Welco
680
General- General fund
Unrestricted
96,112
96.112
69,366
69,366
48,955
48,955
120,S791
120,5791
2,099
2,099
98.043
98,043
Sub-total for General
Tower- Bell Tower Fund
Designated
1.382
1.382
286
286
1,668
1,668
Sulptotsl forTower
Organ- Organlmusic Fund
Designated
10,115
10.115
960
960
11.075
11,075
sU￿tOtal for Organ
Graveyard- Graveyard Fund
Designated
26.512
26.512
6.945
6,945
15.499
15,499
17.959
17,959
Sub-total for Graveyard
Mission. Mission Giving Fund
Oesignated
3,279
3,279
3,279
3,279
sub.total for Mission
Legacy- Legacy Fund
Designated
11.502
11.502
11.502
11.502
Sub-totsl for Legacy
Fabric- FzbriclRestoration F
Restricted
2,459
2.459
115
115
2.574
2,574
Sub-totsl for Fabrlc
Flower- Flower Fund
Restrieted
31
31
31
31
Sub-total for Flower
Lighting. Lighting Fund
Restricted
30
30
30
30
Sub-total for Llghtln8
Grand totsl
493,141
99,934
87.197
2.099
507.976
Fund movement by type- 2023
Fund
Opening
Incoming
Outgoing
Transfers
GainslLosses
Journals
Closing
Admin Grant
Restricted
6,500
6.500
6,500
6.500
Sub-totals
AWFees
Restrltted
400
400
300
300
iiooi
iiooi
600
600
Sub.tota15
Bar
Designated
4,101
4.101
3.305
3.305
70
70
7,336
7,336
Sub-totals
Buildings
Designated
268,171
268,171
268.171
268.171
Sub-tota15
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Cake Fund
Designated
60
60
60
60
Sub-totals
Ch-cen Ren
Designated
2,535
2,535
1,879
1,879
656
656
Sub-totals
Ch-HALL
Designated
7,841
7,841
13,347
13,347
10,429
10,429
10,758
10,758
sub.totals
Children's Min
Designated
150
150
150
150
sU￿tOtal$
Church-EL
Designated
266
266
245
245
466
466
45
45
SU￿tOtal$
Church-Gas
Designated
527
527
527
527
Sub-totals
Education
Restricted
9,642
9,642
150
150
9,492
9.492
Sub-totals
Grave-Don
Restricted
480
480
480
Sub-totals
HALL-ELEC
Designated
489
489
249
249
240
240
Sub-totals
Hall-Rep
Designated
1,413
IA13
1.413
1,413
Sub-tota15
IntDecorat
Restricted
4,625
4.625
4,625
4,625
Sub-totals
Parlsh Common
Designated
20,336
20,336
20,336
20,336
40,672
40,672
sub.totals
Warm Welcome
Designated
700
700
20
20
680
Sub-totals
General
Unrestricted
88,785
88.785
68,428
68.428
45,560
45,560
123,4261
123.4261
7,884
7,884
96,112
96.112
Sub-totals
Tower
Designated
1,247
1,247
135
135
1,382
1,382
Sub-totals
Organ
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Designated
7,860
7.860
2,255
2.255
10,115
10.115
Sub-totals
Graveyard
Designated
17,906
17,906
10,467
10,467
1,861
1,861
26,512
26,512
Sub-totals
Misslon
Designated
3,190
3,190
3,190
3,190
Sub-totals
Legacv
Designated
10,502
10.502
1,000
1.000
11,502
11,502
s￿￿tOtal$
Fabric
Restricted
704
2,031
2,031
276
276
2,459
2,459
sub.totals
704
Flower
Restricted
31
31
25
25
25
25
31
31
Sub-totals
Lighting
Restricted
30
30
30
30
Sub-totals
Agency
Restricted
13801
13801
13801
13801
Sub-tota15
Totals
445.187
111,272
71,202
7,884
493,141
Designated Funds
Bar & Social Fund-money received from St. Michaeys Social Club and used for upkeeplexpenses of Soclal Club.
Church Hall Running Fund-money received from lettings of Hall and used for general upkeep and running costs of the Church Hall.
Bell Tower Fund-fund5 received from weddingslfunerals and donations and used for the upkeep of the bells.
Graveyard Fund-fundsldonations received from fvnerals and used for maintenanee of the graveyard.
Or8an/Music Fund-lunds ￿[eIved from weddings/funera15 and used for upkeep of organ and music requirements.
Legacy Fund-money received from various legacies and used at the discretion of the Vicar and Church Wardens for the Beneral upkeep of the Church.
Mission Giving Fund-funds transfer￿￿ monthly from giving and used for local and over5e35 mi55ion.
Church Hall RepairlRenewal Fund-money transferred from Church Hall Running Fund and used for upkeep of the Church Hall.
Church Gas Fund-donations received for payment of Church gas utility bills.
Church Electric Fund-donations received for payment of Churth electritity utility bills.
Church Hall Electric Fund-donations/fund5 transferred form Church Hall Running Fund for payment of elertricity utility bills.
Parish Cornmon Fund-proportion of Common Fund held at parish level following special agreement with LDBF. Donations/transfÈrs made from other fund5.
Warm Welcome Fund-grantslfunds received to 35$15t with 'Warm Welcome" initiative Set up in the Church November 2022.
Cake Fund-donations received for baking of cakes.
Church Centre Renovation Fund-donations reeeivÈd for renovation of Churth Centre.
Childrèn's Minrstry Fund-donation5 received for Children's ministry.
Restricted Funds
Advanced Weddin8 Fees Fund-payments received for forthcoming weddings.
Bridgeman Education Fund-monies received from the Sale of unit trusts to be used at the discretion of the Vicar and Church Wardens for education and children In
the Church.
Fabric/Restoration Fund-monles received from boxes and donations used forthe upkeep of the Church.
Flower Fund-monie5 received from donations for flowers in the Church.
Graveyard Donation Fund-donations received and used for rnaintenance of the graveyard.
Interior Decorating Fund-fund5 held for decorationlupkeep of the vicarage.
Li8hting Fund-monies received from donatlons and used for lighting in the Church.
Administratlon Grant Fund-8rant received from LDBF to aS515t with the cpsts of admini5tratioTr in the Church.
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PCC of Pelsall St. Michael & All Angels
Analysis of income and expenditure for the year ended 31 December 2024
Total
ear
Unrestrlrted Desi
nated
Restricted
Endowment This
Last
ear
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS
Incoming resources from generated funds
1313 - Unpaid Cheque
1181
1181
1181
1181
Totsl
Incoming resources from generated funds- Voluntary income
0101- Giving- Direct to Bank
780
0102- Giving Direct- Donations
17,778
0110- Giving- Envelopes
4.834
0301- Collections at services
9,393
0302- Collertions WeddingslFunerals
1.633
0303 Collections/Baptisms
841
0402 - Sundry Donations
1,550
0404- Other fund5 generated
3,549
0405 - Donations-church Centre
Renovation
0410- Church boxes- Restoration
0501- One-off Gift Aid gifts
0550- Donations appeals etc
0601- Tax recovered on Gift Aid
0602- Tax recovered on GASDS
0701- Legacies
0802- Grant per LDBF
08AI- Non-recurring one-off grants
780
17,778
4,834
9,393
1,633
841
1,716
3,641
740
17,238
4,754
9,168
2,859
1,023
1,306
3,758
2,535
161
30
62
53
53
430
16
5,508
2,080
79
1,610
430
16
5,508
2,080
5,689
2,104
1,000
7,500
150
61,514
5,105
5,105
Total
48.376
207
5,225
53,807
Incoming resources from generated funds- Actlvities for generating funds
0903 - Magazine Income
735
0910 Fund Raising activities
3,171
1210- Greeting Card Sales
290
1240- Church hall hire
1241- Church Centre Hire
1270- Bar & Social Club Income
735
3,171
290
14,878
550
2,244
21,868
705
3,672
325
13,347
560
3,305
21,914
14.878
550
2,244
17,122
Total
4,746
Incoming resources from generated funds- Investment income
1001- Dividend5 from CBF Shares
2,545
1020- Bank and building society interest
6,330
1031- Sale of land or buildings
2,545
6,330
2,506
4,304
850
7.660
Total
8,875
8,875
Incoming resources from charitable activities
1101- Weddings and funerals PCC Fees
1103 - Wedding/Funeral Donations-
Organ/Music
7,225
7,225
960
7,439
1,185
960
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1104- Wedding/Funeral donations-
Tower
1105- Weddings Deposits
1106- Funerals donation-Graveyard
Fund
1107- Baptism Fees PCC Fees
225
225
75
iiooi
iiooi
6,947
300
10,451
6,947
144
7,369
144
15,401
Total
8,132
iiooi
19.450
Other incoming resources
1312 - Refunds
734
734
111.272
Total
INCOME TOTAL
69,366
25,443
5,125
99,934
EXPENDITURE
Cost of generating funds- Cost of generating voluntary income
1720- Costs of giving envelopes
82
1730- Costs of fetes & other events
166
1732 - Costs of magazine
1,121
1,369
82
166
1,121
1,369
172
747
919
Totsl
Charitable activities
1801- Giving to Charities
1802 - Giving to other churches
1850 - Mission Giving- Home mission
1851 Mission Giving- Overseas mission
1852- Mission Giving- Child Sponsorship
1901- Subscriptions
1910- Common Fund
2050- Fees of parish secretary
2051- Fees of parish organist
2104- Associate Minister Expenses
2121- Associate Minister's Education
2201 Parish training and mission
2340- Upkeep of services
2341- Upkeep of Services/Hymn Books
2350- Upkeep of churchyard-
Maintenance
2351- Upkeep of Churchyard - Water
2352 - Upkeep of Churchyard - Refuse
2360- Administratlon- General
2361- Administration- Photocopier
2362 - Administration - Telephone
2365 - Miscellaneous
2372- Gift to Clergvlcongregation
2373- Gift to Church
2402- Church running Electricity
2410- Church running- gas
2411- Church running Gas
2420- Church running- water
2430 - Church running- maintenance
2432 - Church Running- Flowers
2435- Church Running- Consumables
2440- Church running- Insurance
2441- Church Running-junior Church
442
20
442
700
2,471
500
216
937
31.115
5.904
1,445
1,434
255
418
698
248
680
2,471
500
216
240
1,838
1,040
216
945
30,505
5,359
1,375
1,366
648
31.115
50
5,904
1,445
1,434
255
358
698
60
506
521
13
794
14,382
480
14,862
140
977
140
977
85
1,440
657
io
84
606
1,201
1,258
178
253
272
134
916
97
1,987
552
85
1,020
657
io
52
606
1,168
1,258
178
253
272
420
32
173
33
1,176
637
720
233
962
25
55
3,133
384
3,250
64
384
3,250
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2442 - Church Running- Q l Report
2443 - Church Yard - Upkeep
2450- Church running- Conservation
2451- Church Running- 180th
Celebratlon
2502- Warm Welcome Space Expense5
2520- Hall running- Consumables
2530- Hall running- electricity
2550 Hall running- insurance
2560- Hall running- maintenance
2580- Hall running- water
2591- Hall Running- Refuse
2701- Church major repairs- structure
2710- Church major repairs- installation
2730- Church Centre interior & exterior
decora
870
1,040
96
1,210
1,210
495
24
519
20
260
3,261
897
138
233
675
262
5,497
812
515
253
721
345
656
262
5,497
812
515
253
721
1,613
1,961
1,268
1,306
7,093
Total
47,376
28,814
9,427
85,618
70,109
Governance costs
2601- Governance costs
examination/audit fee
210
210
174
Total
EXPENDITURE TOTAL
210
48,955
210
87.197
174
71,202
28.814
9,427
GRAND TOTAL
20,411
13,3711
14,3021
12.737
40,070
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PCC of Pelsall St Michael & All Angels
Notes to the Accounts 31 December 2024
Allocation of Support Costs
Support costs comprise Trustee Training and Governance Costs etc. Due to the nature of the financial activities of the
PCC, these would be allocated across Charitable Expenditure which comprises the majority of its expenditure and as
such are automatically charged there.
Staff Costs
2024
2023
Wages & Salaries
£8,559
£7,748
Average numberof
employees
During the year the PCC employed a parish secretary, organist and a gardener (all part-timel and no payments were
large enough to attract social security costs.
There were no employee benefits to key management personnel in the previous or current year.
Trustees, Remuneration & Expenses
l Trustee has been reimbursed £1,43412023 £1,366) for travel and phone expenses incurred during the year.
Related Parties
No other expenses were paid to any other PCC member, persons closely connected to them, or related partie5.
Donations from related parties IPCC members) totalled £5,744 (10 people). 2023 - £10,726.
Fees for the examination of the account5
2024
2023
Independent Examinerfs
fees
£210
£174
£210
£174
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Analysis of Transfer between Funds
Unrestricted
General Fund
Designated
Parish Common Fund
Parish
Common Fund
Bar & Social Fund
Restricted
Total £
116.0821
16,082
4,661
4,661
(4,6611
3,279
(4,661)
General Fund
General
Fund
Total
{3,279)
(1,218)
Mission Giving Fund
Admin Grant
Fund
1,218
120,5791
19,361
1,218
Parish Common Fund- transfers made into this fund for Common Fund purposes and held at parish level.
Mission Giving Fund- monthly transfers made between two funds to account for IO% of planned giving, which
ultimately goes to local and overseas mission.
Administration Grant Fund- costs of photocopier and salary of Administrator transferred to General Fund.
Fixed Assets
a. Tangible Fixed Assets
Freehold
Buildings
Church
Equipment
Total
Cost or Valuation
As at I"Jan
Additions in the year
Disposal in the year
Revaluation lif any)
Value at 31" Dec
£268,171
£268,171
£268,171
£268,171
Accumulated Depreciation
As at I, Jan
Charge for the year
Disposals
Value at 31 Dec
st
5t
Net Book Value at l Jan
2024
Net Book Value at 31 Dec
2024
£268,171
£268,171
5t
£268,171
£268,171
The freehold buildings comprise of the Church Hall at Vicarage Road, Pelsall. The valuation is based on the insurance
value.
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Investment5
Change in
market
value
At 31"
Dec
At I'jan
Additions
Disposals
Transfers
Unrestricted funds
Investments
£91,687
£2,099
£93,786
Total
£91,687
£2,099
£93,786
The holding at 31" December 2024 was 4,056 shares in the CCLA Investment Fund.
Current Assets
Debtors
2024
2023
Gift aid recoverable
Prepayments and accrued
income
Other debtors
Total
Liabilities
a. Amounts falling due in one year
2024
2023
Accruals
Common Fund
Agencies (Funerals)
2,909
2,305
150
Total
3,059
2,305
b. Amountsfalling due after more than one year
None
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PCC of St Michael & All Angels, Pelsall
SOFA for the year ended 31 December 2023
Unrestricted Designated Restricted Endowment
funds
funds
funds
funds
Total Prlor year
funds total funds
Receipts
Incoming resources from generated funds
Voluntary income
Activrties for generating funds
Investment income
Incoming resources from charitable activities
Other incoming resources
Total income
49,417
4,762
6,810
7,439
4,391
17,152
7,706
61,514
21,914
7,660
19,450
734
53,322
19,616
3,261
21,609
1421
97,765
850
300
11,711
734
33,988
68,428
8.856
111,272
Payment5
Cost of generating funds
Cost of generating voluntary income
. Fundraising trading cost of goods sold and other costs
Investment management costs
Charitable activities
Governance costs
Other resources used
Total expenditure
919
919
1,436
44,466
174
18,692
6,951
70,109
174
59,552
150
45,560
18.692
6,951
71.202
61,138
Net income / {expenditurel resources before transfer
22.868
15,296
1,905
40,070
36.627
Transfers
Gross transfers between funds - in
Gross transfers between funds- out
Other recognised gains I losses
Gains/losses on investment as5et5
Gains on revaluation, fixed asset5, charity's own use
Net movement in fund5
loo
123,5261
23,526
23,626
123,6261
24,703
124,7031
iiooi
7,884
7,884
111,7461
7,327
38,822
1.805
47,954
24,882
Reconciliation of funds
Total funds brought forward
88,785
340,870
15.531
445.187
420,305
Total fund5 carried forward
96.112
379,692
17.336
493,141
445.187
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