2022-12-31-accounts - The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Mary Greasley

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Trustees' Annual Report for 2022

Presented at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting of St Mary’s Church, Greasley Sunday 16[th] April, 2023

Opening Prayers: Present / Apologies

Minutes of the Meeting of Parishioners, held on 8[th] May 2022 Meeting of Parishioners – Election of Churchwardens 2023 Minutes of the Annual Parochial Church Meeting, held on 8[th] May 2022
Election of PCC Members
Election of Deanery Synod Members
The appointment of an independent Examiner or Auditor
Achievements and Performance:

A	Vicar's Report	I	Choir Master's Report
B	PCC Secretary	J	Social Committee Report
C	Electoral Roll Report	K	Parish Magazine
D	Financial Review	L	Deanery Synod
E	Property Committee Report	M	Safeguarding Report
F	Friends of St Mary's Report	N	Parish Oven Report
G	Greasley Christian Aid Report	O	Christmas Market Report
H	Tower Captain's Report

Legacy Policy
Structure, Governance and Management
Risk Assessment
Administrative Information

Aim and purpose

St Mary’s Parochial Church Council (PCC) has the responsibility of cooperating with any incumbent in promoting in the ecclesiastical parish, the whole mission of the Church -- pastoral, evangelical, social and ecumenical. The PCC is also specifically responsible for the maintenance of the Church Hall and Church House.

The general functions of the PCC are stated within section 2 of the Parochial Church Councils (Powers) Measure 1956.

The PCC is committed to enabling as many people as possible to worship at our Church and to become part of our parish community at St Mary’s. It maintains an overview of worship throughout the parish and makes suggestions on how our services can involve the many groups that live within our parish. Our services and worship put faith into practice through prayer and scripture, music and sacrament.

When planning our activities for the year, we have considered the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit. We try to enable ordinary people to live out their faith as part of our parish community through:

Worship and prayer, learning about the gospel, and developing their knowledge and trust in Jesus;
Provision of pastoral care for people living in the parish;
Missionary and outreach work.

To facilitate this work, it is imperative that we maintain the fabric of the Church of St Mary’s, the Church Hall and Church House.

1. Minutes of 2022 Annual Parochial Church Meeting

A. Welcome and Prayer: Meeting was chaired by Revd Denise Dodd, who also led us in prayer.

B. Meeting of the parishioners: -

The minutes of the 2021 meeting were proposed as being a true and accurate account of the meeting by Peter Stanton and seconded by Fiona Edwards. Election of churchwardens

There were two nominations:

Derek Fletcher: Proposed by Sue Fletcher, seconded by Neil Taylor John Timby: Proposed by Bob Willimott, seconded by Janet Hedderly There being only two candidates and two vacancies, both were duly elected. Denise acknowledged the service and dedication of Melanie Clay who has resigned as church warden.

C. Minutes of the 202 1 Annual Parochial Church Meeting:

De nise asked if these were a true account and for a proposal: Peter Stanton proposed that the 2021APCM minutes were a true account. Seconded by Fiona Edwards .

Election of Deanery Synod members

Barbara Coleman and Patricia Higham remain as existing reps, though there is a vacancy for a third should anyone be interested. Deanery Members now can only stand for two consecutive terms of three years (from the new 2020 Church Representative rule Book).

Election of PCC members

Denise informed the meeting that there were three vacancies on the PCC, Liz Wheeler having stepped down, but only one nomination, Phil Dobson, who was re-elected, having been proposed by Derek Fletcher and seconded by Fiona Edwards. The two remaining spaces can be filled at a later date, giving us the option to co-opt people on.

Electoral Roll Report:

Report was read out by Ian Wheeler as Electoral Roll Officer. Meeting heard that the total on the Roll was now 108 – down from 114 previously – seven people having died, onehaving moved away from the parish and 11 non-attendees. There were, however, 13 new names added for 2022.

Treasurers’ Report:

Report presented and people asked to come back with any questions should they have any. Denise told the meeting that St Mary's is not currently financially viable and that we are paying all essential bills and then paying a part of the Parish Share with what remains. On a good note, Neil Taylor has offered to tak ~~e~~ on the role of Treasurer and will be coopted on to the PCC, working alongside Denise and the wardens to put together a budget for the forthcoming year.

Bob Willimott said he was pleased to hear that a Budget was being put together as there currently was not one and said it should be made available for all to see. Denise replied that it was her priority to be more open and smarter with regards to finance and that the time had come for us all to look at how we do discipleship and evangelism. She also reported that she was the first to say at Deanery Synod that we will only pay what we can afford and that it was time for all parishes to be more honest with the Diocese about finances in order for the Diocese to get the true picture.

Reports from groups:

Friends of St Mary's: Denise said she was pleased to see how it had grown. Christian Aid: Janet, Katrine and all the team were congratulated. Bellringers: Thanks to Emmi and recognition of the loss of Alison Loydall. Choir: Thanks to David and all the choir. "Such a blessing to have a choir" -- Denise. Open Door: People are taking it away from the tearooms where it is available in printed form. Congregation encouraged to provide articles. Deanery Synod: No questions Safeguarding: Safeguarding is increasingly important so PCC members and congregation urged to make sure they are up to date on training and to respond to anything which Barbara may ask them to do. Parish Oven: Phil reported that since the APCM report only covers the calendar year Jan 2021 to December 2021, it doesn't show the full picture of just how successful the tearooms are. Up to date figures show a net income of £22,426. All money raised will be ring-fenced for the planned work on the Sexton's Cottage. Worship and Prayer: Janet Davies offered a vote of thanks to Denise and Barbara. Vicar's round-up: Denise thanked Sharon Dobson who is stepping down as Verger after 10 years. Congregation were encouraged to come forward and volunteer in any way going forward.

She also thanked Derek Fletcher who has taken on a responsibility for the churchyrads, not only during the interregnum but also since her arrival.

Thanks were also given to Barbara Coleman, Howard Jones for his assistance with the finances and to David Graves who has resigned as caretaker, and to Andrew Dobb for his work as administrator following Esther's departure. The PCC is currently looking to see if we can afford an administrator for 10 hours a week.

Meeting ended at 12.35pm

New PCC asked to remain behind to approve the co-opting of Neil Taylor as Treasurer. Proposed by Phil Dobson, seconded by Derek Fletcher. All in favour

2. Election of PCC members for 2023: Five vacancies to be filled

3. Election of Deanery Synod members for 2023: Three vacancies to be filled

4. Appointment of an independent Examiner or Advisor: Proposal needed

5. Achievements and performance

a) Vicar's report

AS I look over the last 12 months at St Mary’s, the word ‘Grace’ has been coming to the forefront of my thoughts and prayers.

This past year has been one of experiencing God’s grace in a variety of ways. Over the last year, I have encountered many signs of His grace within many things that have happened. I remain excited and expectant of all God’s plans with the church and in our community!

Moving forward into 2022, as a worshipping community, there has been much organising, planning, discussing, doing, and achieving at St Mary’s. We have been trying under God, to re-energise, restore, sometimes re-start, re-imagine, and renew our church life. Discussions have been had, decisions made, and actions taken.

There has, in summary, been a lot of hard work. Thank you for your part in all of this. As you reflect, I hope there has been something that has brought you a new sense of encouragement, help, comfort, inspiration, and joy!

St Paul reminds us that the church is a web of relationships, and the stark truth is ‘If one part suffers, every part suffers with it, if one part is honoured, every part rejoices with it’ (1 Corinthians 12 verse 26).

So, I would like to say a public ‘thank you’ to all those involved in responsible roles at St Mary’s, especially John Timby and Derek Fletcher as churchwardens. For their commitment to serving the Lord and St Mary’s in this way. For Barbara Coleman in her role as Reader, Safeguarding and DBS Officer, and Pastoral Care.

For all who serve on the PCC and sub-committees as we seek new priorities and vision for the future mission of St Mary’s. Neil Taylor for his incredibly efficient, faithful, and steadfast commitment to the treasury business of the church.

Anthony Kirby in his role as verger (on Sundays and for all the weddings and funerals) and in addition as the person who maintains the grounds of the churchyard. He truly is a blessing to the church. Anthony, you are a shining example as a servant of the Lord – thank you so much.

Thirdly, my thanks to David Dobb, Fiona Edwards, Phil Currie, all members of the choir, sides stewards, readers, intercessors, and of course the bell-ringers all who contribute to the spiritual worship of St Mary’s.

In addition, appreciation and thanksgiving are offered to those who continue to faithfully serve year on year in what they do for our common church life. As PCC secretary and editor of the parish magazine; those who are part of the social committee finding ways to fund-raise and to offer social gatherings and fun along the way;those who take the Food Bank donations to Eastwood; to members of the Christian Aid committee and Fairtrade stall, reminding us how we are all part of the worldwide Anglican communion.

Everyone’s contribution is very much valued!

I truly believe that we are in a period of transition. 2022 allowed space and time to reflect, pray and think about what we need to become as a parish church with the mission of God at its heart. I think we may well look back and see how God used it as a ‘fallow’ year, ready for this year of investment and initiative, and to new growth in the coming years.

I feel privileged to be part of a church that is willing to listen to the needs of the wider community and especially those who are part of the worshipping community. I’m pleased that we have good examples of people sharing ideas and taking risks to see those things come about -- here are just a few examples as a way of encouragement:

 David Sawyer developed, alongside John Timby, the ‘Art and Soul’ group, in recognition of people’s gifts not only in art but to also provide a time of midweek fellowship. This has grown in numbers and is now becoming a weekly outreach for the majority of the year! We must continue to discern similar initiatives.

 Ian (and, of course, Liz) Wheeler, Phil and Sharon Dobson who continue to develop the Oven Parish Tearooms alongside all the dedicated volunteers. A wonderful initiative that demonstrates friendship and hospitality to all in the community through a space of welcome. Complimented by the welcome given to many people by Helen and Graham Thorman through the ‘Book Nook’ and the selling and planting of flowers to make the garden look fantastic! Thank you for bringing these visions to fruition!

 Julie Stanton, who alongside me, has led the new children’s group ‘BLAST – Bible Learning and Sharing Together’ with an underpinning vision of ‘Loving Jesus and Loving Others’. Space for children to explore faith in a time of fun and fellowship. It is a privilege to see the spiritual nurture given to all children who attend.

 Pauline Jackson continues to develop ‘Friends of St Mary’s’ by inviting various speakers from the community to share their stories or skills and raise additional funds for St Mary’s.

Alongside all of this, there have been many services and social events that have supported the local community and raised much-needed funds; support is given to our uniformed organisations; overseeing Christian Aid collections; donating to charities near and far through charitable giving; D H Lawrence Festival with acknowledgment to the local mining community; Lent course; the Queen’s Jubilee and Thanksgiving service following her death; Church Open Day; Christmas Market; Christmas carol singing around Watnall -- and the list goes on.

Being a school governor for Greasley Beauvale Primary School has given me a unique place within the community of Greasley, so there is much that we could do to expand our ministry and share the gospel to reach out to families in the area.

Attending school classes and delivering assemblies has been a such joy and an opportunity to build relationships! Occasional offices of baptism, weddings, and funerals are vast and we need to think again about how we helpfully use these brief encounters with people at key times to draw them further into the life of the wider church.

On a more personal level, I am also aware that this year has been incredibly difficult for some of us in terms of enduring serious illness, bereavement, and

personal struggles. Sadly, in the last 12 months members of the church have died, and their legacy remains. May they continue to rest in peace and rise in glory.

Going forward, the PCC met with the Archdeacon of Newark to discuss the new vision for St Mary’s. At present, I am preparing the ‘Growing Discipleship Plan’ (required by the Diocese) to reflect the church’s vision. This will be further discussed with the PCC and shared with the wider congregation in the forthcoming months.

It is hard to get a sense of ‘how’ things will work out in these uncertain times, but in terms of ‘what’ will work out, we should take time to let things unfold and continue to pray for God to show us how we can best serve in the name of Jesus in this place in this time. I encourage us all to pray for the life of St Mary’s Church.

Moving ahead, we have a big task to remain sustainable financially. This will underpin the ability to be a spiritual presence in our community in the way we know it and to meet our financial commitments.

The Parish Share, as we know, is a tough one, but I continue to trust that God is the source and if we do our best, then the rest will follow. We trust and leave the outcome in God’s hands – whatever that may be. But I do believe we can still, with commitment and effort, play a significant part in the way the future of St Mary’s might look for the future.

Proposed vision:

To be a spiritual, prayerful, and dynamic church;
To be a welcoming, inclusive, and joyful church;
To be a church serving the whole community.

and the Priorities:

 Going Deeper into God: To encourage each person to develop and grow in their relationship with God.

 Transforming Communities: To become more involved, as a church, in the community.

 Making new Disciples: To explore the whole area of welcoming and nurturing and growing all of our church family.

Please pray into these longings and hopes – and if you have any ideas or thoughts about the life of our church or ways in which the above might happen, then please do share them with me or with the PCC. Consider where you could be making a difference, where you could share your skills, and where you could invite others to join in.

To end, investing in the future takes time. Gifts need to be discerned and then developed. Ideas need to be tried and then tested. There must be opportunities for initiatives to grow. There are no quick fixes.

As we listen to God, we must also remember that we are following His guidance and His timing.

With every blessing,

Revd Denise Dodd

b) PCC Secretary Report

The Parochial Church Council (PCC) is elected to represent the whole Church. Any matters which members of the congregation wish to raise, or which cause concern, should be brought to the attention of a member of the PCC. Members of the PCC, as of December 31st, 2022, are as follows:

Ms Denise Dodd (vicar & chairman) Mr Anthony Kirby Mr Derek Fletcher (churchwarden) Mrs Julie Stanton Mr John Timby (churchwarden) Mr Peter Stanton Mr Ian Wheeler (secretary) Mrs Barbara Coleman (ex-officio, Mr Phil Dobson Deanery Synod rep) Mrs Sharon Dobson Mrs Patricia Higham (ex-officio, Mrs Sue Fletcher Deanery Synod rep) Ms Edith Hawley Mr Neil Taylor (ex-officio, Treasurer) Mrs Lauren Howatson Mrs Pauline Jackson

In a normal year the PCC meets for six regular meetings, with additional extraordinary ones where necessary.

Ian Wheeler, PCC Secretary

c) Electoral Roll Report

The total number on the Roll remains at 108, with 5 additions on last year and 5 removals (two deceased, and three non-attendees). Of those on the Roll, 68 are resident in the parish and 40 live outside.

There are 75 females and 33 males on the Roll. The next full revision of the Roll is due in 2025.

Ian Wheeler, Electoral Roll Officer

d) Financial Review

TREASURER’S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31 DECEMBER 2022

St Mary’s, Greasley financial accounts are managed and monitored by Neil Taylor, PCC Treasurer, who also has the role of Gift Aid Secretary. A summary of the accounts is regularly presented to the PCC which includes a forecast for the year ahead.

As usual, Pells Chartered Accountants have provided an independent examination of our accounts. Their report is attached herewith.

I would like to thank my predecessors, Melanie Clay and Derek Fletcher, and for the advice and assistance given by Howard Jones, Tania Cook and colleagues at Jubilee House, Southwell.

Regular giving by Gift Aid, including tax refund, and Pledges remains an important income source representing 27% of our total income -- an increase of 16% on the previous year. At the start of 2022 we had 44 Gift Aiders and 10

d) Financial Review (cont)

Pledgers, by the year end this has increased to 63 and 32. The year also saw a dramatic increase in Plate receipts to £4,600, this being higher than the years leading up to the “Lockdown” years.

The Parish Share paid to Southwell for 2022 was set at £64,957. In last few years, the Parish Share was paid out of the Hill Top Mission Fund, which is now almost depleted.

The Parish Share is St Mary’s contribution to Southwell Diocese to pay towards the running of the Diocese. This includes the vicar’s salary; pension costs and providing a vicarage. It also pays towards the training of future incumbents within the Diocese.

It was apparent that we are not able to pay our full quota. A case was put to the Area Dean and Deanery Treasurer by me and Revd Denise Dodd detailing our predicament and what we could afford to pay. After a constructive meeting it was agreed that we would pay £36,000 for 2022. For 2023 the Parish Share was increased by 4% (£67,560) and we have stated that we would pay £37,440 with a review near the end of the year.

Since the Church House ceased being rented out the Church has been paying the Council Tax. After discussion with the council, they accepted that the house was no longer a domestic abode and refunded us £12,256. However, weeks later a notice was received that property was now reclassified as a business and along with a tax demand for £32,452. The council do accept that as a church building, we should not pay council tax but the procedure to get status changed is complex. Excluding Council Tax, the house was and still is a drain on our limited resources.

Net Fees from Wedding, Funerals and Monuments amounted to £18,679 representing 17% of our income. As space in the church yard runs out this source of income will begin to dry up.

Thanks go to all those who contribute time and talents, which are not shown in the accounts, which benefit our church so much.

The Parish Oven is a great success in many ways. Almost £22,000 (20% of our income) was made during 2022. This income is a restricted fund which is earmarked for the redevelopment of the Church House and Parish Room. Although income is not used to finance day-to-day running of the church, contributions are being made to offset the running costs of the Hall.

From the accounts it might appear that we paid less for our electric, gas and insurance compared to 2021. However, for 2022 I have separated these costs between the three building complexes. This is so we can see a more accurate picture of what each building is costing us to run. The overall cost of electric and has for 2022 was £8917 (£7812 – 2021) and for insurance was £5517 (£5358 – 2021).

Should anyone have any questions about our finances or gift aiding then please feel free to speak or e-mail me.

Neil Taylor, Treasurer

St. Mary's Greasley Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2022 Receipts and Payments Account

	2021 Total £ 27,409 50,035 27,682 647 0 348	2020 Total £ 24,285 35,492 84,797 1,577 0 0

112,343	106,121	146,151
603 71,722	304 101,782	208 112,566
72,325	102,086	112,774
40,017 54,900	4,035 50,865	33,377 17,488
94,917	54,900	50,865

St. Mary's Church Greasley

Receipts and Payments Account Expenses December 2022

Expenses December 2022
note Charitable payments 8 Donations and grants Other Mission Christian Aid Local Schools - attendance Children's Society 9 Church activities Parish share and fees Clergy / Ministry expenses Administration Churchyard Printing & stationery Light & heat - Church Insurance - Church Repairs and Refurbishment Professional fees Telephone Organist Other Licences Church House Costs Parish Oven Hall Running Costs Pastoral Care Alpha course Investments Funeral expenses Visiting Preacher Family Worker Family Worker Expenses Wedding expenses	Unrestricted Funds £ 0 0 0 0 0 36000 315 29 2470 1596 4931 5020 918 600 1086 2045 610 605 -7275 1000 5130 0 0 0 12339 0 0 0 4302 71722		2022 2021 2020 Restricted Total Total Total Funds £ 0 0 304 0 267 267 0 0 86 86 0 0 250 250 0 208

		0		603 603 304 208
		36000 315 29 2470 1596 4931 5020 918 600 1086 2045 610 605 -7275 1000 5130 0 0 0 12339 0 0 0 4302		36000 53056 67471 315 0 0 29 7498 9808 2470 1114 2820 1596 1959 1735 4931 7812 6195 5020 5358 5350 918 1973 0 600 702 816 1086 1129 1088 2045 1685 1022 610 1163 953 605 750 713 -7275 4356 3353 1000 1039 0 5130 259 415 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12339 10649 8300 0 537 1238 0 0 0 0 0 0 4302 742 1289
		71722		0 71722 101782 112566

Greasley Parish Church Financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2022

Receipts and Payments Account

note


1	Donations and gifts
				2022	2021	2020
		Unrestricted	Restricted	Total	Total	Total
		Funds	Funds
		£	£
	Gift Aid	18326		18326	15297	14430
	Pledges	3717		3717	2613	3416
	Plate	4600		4600	974	568
	Donations	1920	2000	3920	590	1336
	Bequest		500	500	300	977
	Tax credits	7741		7741	7636	3558
		36304	2500	38804	27409	24285
2	Activities for generating funds
	Hire of Hall	4745		4745	1580	3410
	Church House Rent	0		0	0	211
	Funerals	28065		28065	31844	30948
	Wedding fees	7255		7255	808	707
	Christmas Market	3663		3663	3671	36
	Open Day		1420	1420	0	0
	Parish Oven	0	21998	21998	11862	0
	Church Lights	210		210	270	180
		43938	23418	67356	50035	35492
3	Investment income
	Funds from CBF	0	4224	4224	26270	83487
	Bank interest	1405	0	1405	212	0
	CBF Interest	0	0	0	1199	1310
		1405	4224	5629	27682	84797
4	Other income
	Insurance claims	0		0	0	0
	Interregnum claim	0		0	543	1301
	Other	303		303	105	276
		303	0	303	647	1577
5	Grants received
		0		0	0	0
		0		0	0	0
6	Missionary giving
	Misson Covenants	0	0	0	348	0
	Other Mission	0	251	251	0	0
		0	251	251	0	0

PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST MARYS GREASLEY BALANCE SHEET AT 31 DECEMBER 2022

31/12/2021 Current Account 31/12/2021 Fees Account 31/12/2021 Petty Cash 31/12/2021 Smith Bequest Fund 31/12/2021 Hill Top Mission 31/12/2021 Rolleston Mansell Charities 31/12/2021 Social Committee 31/12/2021 638020002D 336 31/12/2021 638020003D 431 31/12/2021 638020004D Barber Fund 31/12/2021 638020005D Lucy Lowe 31/12/2021 638020009D E Harwood 31/12/2021 638020010D J Hartshorn 31/12/2021 638020013D M Hancock 31/12/2021 638020014D Dorothy Elizabeth Wain 31/12/2021 638057001D Hill Top Mission Church 31/12/2021 638020001J R G Hanson 31/12/2021 638020002S Church Expenses 31/12/2021 638030003S I Fryer Trust for Grave Maintenance 31/12/2021 638020004S Lindley Bequest Church Yard 31/12/2021 638020005S M Fryer Hill- Top Mission 31/12/2021 638020007S General Purpose J T Gilbert 31/12/2021 638020008S General Purpose Miss Pearson 31/12/2021 638020009S Hill Top Mission Church E Andrews 31/12/2021 638020010S Sunday School Fund 31/12/2021 638020011S Miss W A Leck Bequest 31/12/2021 638020012S Mrs Hilda Smith 31/12/2021 638020013S Mrs S E Wagstaff 31/12/2021 638020014S Rowley Bequest 31/12/2021 776624001S Rolleston& Mansell Educational 31/12/2021 138001048S SNDBF - Worrell 31/12/2021 138001079S SNDBF - Chancel Fund 31/12/2021 138002044D SNDBF - Chancel Fund 31/12/2021 138001013S SNDBF - Smith (Poor & aged fund- income to be distributed at Christmas) FUNDS Bell Tower Fund Pastoral Care Fund Organ Fund Roof Repair Fund Mission Junior Church Fund Social Committee Fund General Fund Churchyard Chancel Fund Hill Top Mission Fund Rolleston& Mansell Educational Smith (Poor & Aged Fund) Smith Bequest Fund Property - Insurance Valuation Church - Building and Contents Church Hall - Building and Contents Church House - Building and Parish Room Contents	31/12/2022 30/09/2022 30/06/2022 31/03/2022 31/12/2021 Total Restricted Unrestricted 49,433.99 21,219.36 28,214.63 22,562.16 50.63 50.63 10,317.90 85.99 85.99 109.93 4,661.93 4,661.93 4,044.37 8.84 8.84 4,232.84 218.42 218.42 203.64 39,019.18 39,019.18 14,609.61 26.99 26.99 26.81 26.71 26.66 26.64 71.14 71.14 70.68 70.42 70.28 70.22 200.00 200.00 200.00 200.00 200.00 200.00 218.42 218.42 217.00 216.20 215.77 215.58 375.00 375.00 375.00 375.00 375.00 375.00 150.00 150.00 150.00 150.00 150.00 150.00 3,064.62 3,064.62 3064.62 3064.62 3064.62 3,064.62 11.49 11.49 11.42 11.38 11.36 11.35 24,704.09 24,704.09 24543.24 24,383.39 1,748.46 1,748.46 1728.42 1,922.34 371.91 371.91 373.17 420.96 454.55 454.55 456.10 514.51 330.58 330.58 331.71 374.19 289.26 289.26 290.24 327.41 289.26 289.26 290.24 327.41 537.20 537.20 539.02 608.05 371.91 371.91 373.17 420.96 371.91 371.91 373.17 420.96 289.26 289.26 290.24 327.41 371.91 371.91 373.17 420.96 764.47 764.47 767.07 865.31 579.55 579.55 581.52 656.00 2,727.30 2,727.30 2732.51 3087.04 17,892.77 17,892.77 20,252.88 4,338.89 4,338.89 4,911.21 8,282.10 8,282.10 8,046.12 20,764.71 20,764.71 23,503.63	31/12/2022 30/09/2022 30/06/2022 31/03/2022 31/12/2021 Total Restricted Unrestricted 49,433.99 21,219.36 28,214.63 22,562.16 50.63 50.63 10,317.90 85.99 85.99 109.93 4,661.93 4,661.93 4,044.37 8.84 8.84 4,232.84 218.42 218.42 203.64 39,019.18 39,019.18 14,609.61 26.99 26.99 26.81 26.71 26.66 26.64 71.14 71.14 70.68 70.42 70.28 70.22 200.00 200.00 200.00 200.00 200.00 200.00 218.42 218.42 217.00 216.20 215.77 215.58 375.00 375.00 375.00 375.00 375.00 375.00 150.00 150.00 150.00 150.00 150.00 150.00 3,064.62 3,064.62 3064.62 3064.62 3064.62 3,064.62 11.49 11.49 11.42 11.38 11.36 11.35 24,704.09 24,704.09 24543.24 24,383.39 1,748.46 1,748.46 1728.42 1,922.34 371.91 371.91 373.17 420.96 454.55 454.55 456.10 514.51 330.58 330.58 331.71 374.19 289.26 289.26 290.24 327.41 289.26 289.26 290.24 327.41 537.20 537.20 539.02 608.05 371.91 371.91 373.17 420.96 371.91 371.91 373.17 420.96 289.26 289.26 290.24 327.41 371.91 371.91 373.17 420.96 764.47 764.47 767.07 865.31 579.55 579.55 581.52 656.00 2,727.30 2,727.30 2732.51 3087.04 17,892.77 17,892.77 20,252.88 4,338.89 4,338.89 4,911.21 8,282.10 8,282.10 8,046.12 20,764.71 20,764.71 23,503.63
		3087.04
		20,252.88 4,911.21 8,046.12 23,503.63
	183,076.73 127,093.02 55,983.71 4,115.53 38,157.32 4,113.69	151,984.60
	Total Restricted Unrestricted 20,000.00 20,000.00 488.17 488.17 16.00 16.00 250.77 250.77 464.42 464.42 371.91 371.91 39,019.18 39,019.18 55,983.71 55,983.71 785.13 785.13 12,620.99 12,620.99 24,704.09 24,704.09 2,945.72 2,945.72 24543.75 24453.24 24404.63 20,764.71 20,764.71 4,661.93 4,661.93 183,076.73 127,093.02 55,983.71 10,000,000.00 612,931.00 346,662.00	313.17 16.00 250.77 43.87 420.96 14,609.61 67,262.12 888.70 12,957.33 24,383.39 3,290.68 23,503.63 4,044.37
		151,984.60

2023 BUDGET

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		TOTAL 2022	BUDGET 2023	BUDGET 2023
1- OVERALL	EXPENDITURE	80,326	83,112
1- OVERALL	INCOME	86,121	86,205

1- OVERALL	SURPLUS / SHORTFALL	5,795	3,093

2- CHURCH	EXPENDITURE
	ACTIVITY	TOTAL 2022	BUDGET 2023	NOTE
	Parish share	36000	37440	2022 + 4%
	Heat - Light	4931	6165	2022 + 25%
	Administrator	29	29	As 2022
	Insurance	5020	5467	As advised byEcclesiastical
	PrintingStationery	1596	1660	2022 + 4%
	Organist	2045	2045	As 2022
	Repairs refurbishment	918	1500
	Other	610	500
	Telephone	1086	1086	As 2022
	Caretaker	0	0	As 2022
	Clergy/MinistryExpenses	315	315	As 2022
	Licenses	605	630	2022 + 4%
	Professional Fees	600	1320	2023 Actual
	Churchyard	2470	2570	2002 + 4%
	Donation	603	603	As 2022
	Visiting preacher	0	0	As 2022
	Pastoral care	0	0	As 2022
	Familyworker	0	0	As 2022
	Familyworker Expenses	0	0	As 2022
		56,828 61,330
	2- TOTAL EXPENDITURE	56,828	61,330

2- CHURCH	INCOME
	ACTIVITY	TOTAL 2022	BUDGET 2023	NOTE
	Gift Aid	18326	18326	As 2022
	Tax credit	7741	7741	As 2022
	Plate	4600	4600	As 2022
	Pledges	3717	3717	As 2022
	Christmas market	3663	3663	As 2022
	Open Day	1420	1420	As 2022
	Donations	3720	3720	As 2022
	Other	303	303	As 2022
	Interest	1405	1475	2022 + 5%
	Bequest	500	0
	Church Lights	210	210	As 2022
	Missionary	251	210	As 2022

2023 BUDGET

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	2- TOTAL INCOME	45,856	45,385	45,385
2- CHURCH	SURPLUS / SHORTFALL	-10,972	-15,945
3- HALL 3- HALL
	ACTIVITY	TOTAL 2022	BUDGET 2023	NOTE
	Gas	1891	2364	2022 + 25%
	Electric	1134	1418	2022 + 25%
	Insurance	331	361	As advised byEcclesiastical
	Maintenance	546	600	As 2022
	Caretaker	699	0
	Effluent disposal	464	485	2022 + 4%
	Sundries	65	70	2022 + 4%
	3- TOTAL EXPENDITURE 5,130 5,298 INCOME
	ACTIVITY	TOTAL 2022	BUDGET 2023	NOTE
	Hire	4745	5000
	Donations	200	500

	TOTAL INCOME	4,945	5,500
	SURPLUS / SHORTFALL -185 202
3- HALL	SURPLUS / SHORTFALL	-185	202

4- HOUSE	EXPENDITURE
	ACTIVITY	TOTAL 2022	BUDGET 2023	NOTE
	Gas/Electric	961	1201	2022 + 25%
	Insurance	166	180	As advised byEcclesiastical
	Water	317	330	Asper Severn Trent
	Maintenance	283	283	As 2022
	Broxtowe	0	0	RE-CLASSIFIED
	4 -TOTAL EXPENDITURE 1,727 1,994
4- HOUSE	INCOME
	ACTIVITY	TOTAL 2022	BUDGET 2023	NOTE

	TOTAL INCOME	0	0
	SURPLUS / SHORTFALL -1,727 -1,994
4- HOUSE	SURPLUS / SHORTFALL	-1,727	-1,994

2023 BUDGET

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5- FEES	EXPENDITURE
	ACTIVITY	TOTAL 2022	BUDGET 2023	NOTE
	Funeral / Monument Fees	12339	12339	As 2022
	WeddingFees	4302	2151	50% of 2022
	5 -TOTAL EXPENDITURE 16,641 14,490 INCOME
5- FEES	INCOME
	ACTIVITY	TOTAL 2022	BUDGET 2023	NOTE
	Funeral / Monument Fees	28065	28065	As 2022
	Weddingfees	7255	3627	50% of 2022
	5- TOTAL INCOME	35,320	31,692
5 - FEES	SURPLUS / SHORTFALL	18,679	17,202

e) Property Committee report

Over the past year, property committee work has concentrated on catching up with a backlog of maintenance jobs which have accumulated over the interregnum and COVID lockdown period.

This in no way detracts from the sterling efforts of what might be regarded as a ‘skeleton crew’ during this time. Inevitably, jobs had to be put on the back burner and it is taking some time to bring them up to date. This is work that is ongoing and always needed. However, I think that some real progress has been made.

A brief outline of work carried out on the general maintenance of the church, church house, and the community hall, includes electrical work, plumbing, cleaning and the replacing of damaged or missing items. Most of this work has been recorded and systems have been set up to make this recording process much easier. It is, however, an ongoing process and future concentration will be on those areas that are legal requirements. namely fire and electrical safety, buildings security and insurance requirements.

Since the last report, storage has been improved greatly but there is still much more to do. Many obsolete and surplus items have been removed entirely or relocated to where they will do the most good. We have tried to do this with as much sympathy as possible, and I think we can say that nothing has been removed or destroyed without due consideration.

Among our successes are the replacement of the church floodlights with LED systems which should be easier to maintain and much more viable cost-wise in the future. Many people have commented favourably on our new bright, white, lights and there has been a steady increase in revenue from those who have booked the lights in memory of a loved one. Our thanks go to Frank Morgan who undertook this installation work free of charge.

In October last year we had a quinquennial inspection, and this flagged up some problems which will need addressing in the future. One critical item, however, is the much-needed repair work to the crenelation stones on the south-facing church wall. We are still negotiating with the architect and contractors regarding the quotes, but it is hoped that it will be completed in the very near future. Some other work may require additional outside funding, and this will be attended to as soon as we are able.

A disappointment came in early winter when, after much hard work by volunteers, the parish room was virtually destroyed by an influx of water from a leaky pipe joint. Later, during the pre-Christmas cold spell, another pipe burst and caused extensive damage to the ground floor rooms of the Sexton’s cottage. The church insurance will cover the remedial work necessary and, at the time of writing, these areas have been dried out and await the attentions of an appointed building contractor.

Work goes on and will continue to do so while funds allow.

In concluding this report can I say that I am so grateful to all who have helped in so many ways. I could name names, but they all know who I am referring to.

There will be busy and challenging times ahead but it’s also exciting and stimulating to be involved in maintaining such historic and beautiful buildings.

John Timby

f) Friends of St Mary’s report

We had a very successful year resulting in a little over £1,000. This is earmarked for a new church notice board, subject to a faculty being obtained. Our numbers are still growing steadily with a healthy number of visitors attending. The group supplies homemade cakes for each meeting at their own expense and most speakers are from members of the congregation who don’t want a fee. Usually, we give a small gift as a token of appreciation. We are very grateful for the generosity of Church members and their continuing support.

Our talks have covered a variety of topics and all are very well received from members and visitors alike.

I have a marvellous team working with me and the first big event, the Strawberry Tea, was a huge success and a sell-out, despite the extremely hot weather. Over 50 tickets were sold and almost £300 was raised.

Dave Sawyer demonstrated painting with plastic carrier bags which is what he used to paint the Easter Scene on the Altar which was a vision Denise had and she introduced Dave and explained what she had in mind for Easter. John Timby made the frame to house the painting.

It was one of the hottest days of the year but the Community Hall was very cool and cold drinks were served throughout the afternoon.

We had some very good feedback and a follow-up meeting involving all helpers to ascertain what went well and what could be improved upon was a very informative and successful exercise, resulting in two new committee members, Janet and June, who are always willing helpers and an asset to Friends and St. Mary’s.

I thank all the small but willing committee for their continuing hard work and without whose help and support our fundraising for our beautiful Church wouldn’t exist.

I would like to also thank members and visitors who have supported us in this very successful first year and look forward to seeing even more new members and visitors in 2023.

Pauline Jackson

g) Greasley Christian Aid Group Report

During the last year we have seen a gradual return to our usual activities. Unfortunately the pandemic has hastened the end of our house–to–house collection for Christian Aid Week after over 50 years of our stalwart collectors knocking on doors and literally begging for others. We were joined by our friends at Newthorpe Baptist Church for many of those years and thank them most sincerely. Everyone who has collected for us over the years has contributed towards raising thousands of pounds for the work of Christian Aid and truly made a difference to so many lives.

Christian Aid Week 2022, which highlighted mothers trying to provide food

for their children with an emphasis on Zimbabwe, raised £1,290 through Church Collection envelopes both in our church and in Newthorpe Baptist Church. More recently we were able to send £1,243.75 to the Earthquake Appeal for Turkey and Syria and also £500 to the Christmas Appeal

Traidcraft has been an important activity for this group since we were started off by the Revd Debbie Peatman all those years ago. However, very sadly, Traidcraft went into administration recently. We remember, with great respect, that Traidcraft carried the banner for Fairtrade for over 40 years and we remember all the producers who have lost an important market for their goods as well as all those at Gateshead who will have lost their jobs. It is likely that it will be rescued by the interim CEO under a new name. We wait to see but we are determined that Fairtrade will continue at Greasley.

During the financial year which ran from Ist August 2021 to 31st July 2022, we achieved sales totalling £3,641.07. With the return of our Church Sunday Stall and Traidcraft Day, this saw an increase of 7-25% on the previous year. We owe all our customers a very big thank you. For example at our Traidcraft Day in October, £320 was raised directly for Christian Aid and £1,520 of Traidcraft goods were sold.

Very sadly we lost our dear friend and faithful supporter Liz Wheeler this year. Liz collected in her road for many years and supported and encouraged us always. Over £700 was given in her memory for the work of Christian Aid. She will always be an inspiration to us all.

We also remember Sheila Hazledine who was one of the original house-tohouse collectors. She continued to collect in Watnall year after year until the pandemic struck. We express our gratitude and thanks for the support she so willingly gave us.

We are so thankful for the support of Denise our Vicar, and the PCC as we continue our work for Christian Aid in a changing situation, and for the continuing support and generosity of this Church Family. Without it we could achieve nothing – we are so grateful.

Again, we have come full circle as we prepare for Christian Aid Week 2023, supporting mothers caring for their children with a particular reference to Malawi where Christian Aid has worked for 20 years. This year we will have a speaker from Christian Aid and a collection at Morrison’s Eastwood as well as the Church Envelopes, so things are looking up!

Janet Hedderly Secretary, Greasley Christian Aid Group

h) Tower Captain Report

During 2022, ringing at Greasley gradually returned to normal, following the Covid pandemic. Ringers weren’t required to wear masks and the window and door to the ringing chamber no longer had to remain open for ventilation purposes, though these practices were applied when necessary. Regular ringing practice resumed as well as service ringing on Sundays.

There was a significant number of weddings at Greasley in 2022, and the majority (10) requested bells. With the support of ringers from Eastwood and across the county, we were able to ring for each couple.

One of the outcomes of the pandemic was increased collaboration between Greasley and Eastwood towers, which means that ringing can continue to thrive at Greasley. We are most grateful for the support Eastwood ringers provide at our Wednesday practices and for weddings. At the beginning of 2022, three people showed an interest in learning to ring, and all commenced learning rope handling. I am pleased to say that Natalie and Pete were not put off and decided to join the band! Both made such good progress that it wasn’t long before they were ringing for Sunday services and weddings.

Later in the year we welcomed Neil, a member of the church congregation and already an established ringer, to the band. This brings the number of ringers to seven.

Regular maintenance of the bells and cleaning of the tower resumed. There were no major issues to deal with, but the stay on the fifth was discovered to have a crack, and required replacing. The perennial problem of flies in the bell chamber became increasingly troublesome as the summer wore on. They were dealt with using ‘smoke bombs’ during the early Autumn.

We are grateful to Graham for keeping the bells in good order, and for advice given by other members of the Southwell & Nottingham Guild of Bell Ringers.

As well as Sunday service ringing, there were one or two events for which we rang. The first of these was the funeral of Alison Loydall, held in February 2022. Alison had been a ringer at Greasley for over 40 years, and passed away suddenly in January 2022. We also

attempted a quarter peal in March, in Alison’s memory. June saw the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth ll, and another quarter peal attempt. Then, sadly, in September we rang the bells, fully muffled, for the announcement of the death and for the funeral of HRH Queen Elizabeth ll. Following this, we rang for the proclamation of King Charles lll.

September also saw the centenary of the augmentation to eight bells at Greasley. To commemorate this, a quarter peal was rung in December. The method chosen was Grandsire triples, which was fitting, as it was the method rung for the first recorded peal (1926) on eight bells at Greasley.

I would like to thank all members of the band for their commitment to keeping the bells ringing at Greasley. We can look forward to interesting times with our new band members and collaborations with local towers.

A final thank you must go to Revd Denise for all her encouragement and support for our service to the church.

Emmi Checkley Tower Captain

i) Choir Master’s Report

The last twelve months have seen many highs and lows for our choir. Many choir members have suffered the loss of loved ones, while others have experienced ill-health, preventing them from meeting with us. Sadly, we have sung at several church funerals.

However, our choir community has continued to grow, with the inclusion of more younger members -- thank you to our ‘choir parents’ who attend practices every time.

Our choir highlights include the ‘Jubilee Anthem’ for which we worked with Martin Perry and his guitar to sing the Rend Collective, Mal Pope and Graham Kendrick composition “Rise up and Serve”.

Our Carol Service also included collaboration with Martin -- our “Stille Nacht” proved to be a spiritual blessing to both the choir and the congregation. Our younger members did us proud, learning to work with sound technology. During the year we have explored contemporary worship songs, including music by Hillsong, Matt Redman and others, while still continuing to sing traditional favourites.

Thank you to all choir members, Denise, Martin and the congregation for their support.

An additional note from David:

I feel that the time is now right for me to stand aside as Choirmaster and Organist, having enjoyed over seven years in these posts. Wendy and I would love to continue to worship at St. Mary’s.

David Dobb. Organist and Choirmaster

j) Social Committee Report

The social committee meets throughout the year to plan events which not only help raise money for our church but, also provide ways in which church members and their friends and families can meet in an informal setting.

The committee is currently made up of five core members, with extra helpers pitching in for major events such as the spring Open Day, Christmas Market and Carols by Candlelight, at all of which the committee provides refreshments.

Any profit raised from our events is set aside from general church funds, to be used at a time and for a purpose chosen by the members of the committee. In the past we have paid for the redecoration of the church hall; contributed towards church roof repairs and provided new mugs, tables and chairs for the church hall, as well as new curtains for the top room. Just before Christmas we bought six new long tables for the hall.

For various reasons, the committee did not meet formally during 2022, but its members were kept busy running the Parish Oven tearooms and were actively involved in the celebrations for HM Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee and, as ever, were on hand to provide refreshments for the annual Christmas Market and the Carols by Candlelight service. We hope to resume normal service in 2023!

Ian Wheeler Social Committee Secretary

k) Parish Magazine ‘Open Door’

Our church magazine, Open Door, switched to being available online-only at the beginning of the Covid pandemic and is available by visiting the church website. It has yet to return to a printed version, and given the cost involved it is unlikely that we will again, in the near future at least.

I do print off a handful of copies for customers at the Parish Oven and they are proving to be very popular, with most of them being taken away by visitors. Members of our closed-group Facebook page will know that I flag up whenever a new edition is ready and also ask that, wherever possible, people consider printing off a copy for any friends or neighbours who they think might enjoy reading it.

I am grateful to those regular contributors who continue to come up with the goods every two months, without me even having to make any suggestions as to what they might write.

Anyone else who feels that they might be able to contribute in any way is more than welcome to send in articles or photographs. Please do get in touch!

Ian Wheeler, Editor

l) Deanery Synod

Two members of the PCC sit on the Deanery Synod, these being Barbara Coleman and Pat Higham. This provides the PCC with an important link between the parish and the wider structures of the Church.

The Deanery Synod representatives (the Vicar and two elected representatives from Greasley) )met four times during the year to share their parish news with the other churches. Parish treasurers were invited to one of the meetings where the deanery treasurer outlined the Parish share expected by the diocese from each parish. A discussion followed.

An away day was held at Brinsley church with Archdeacon Tors who chaired a meeting to look at the way forward for St Mary’s. Reports were given to the PCC as necessary.

Barbara Coleman

m) Safeguarding report

No safeguarding issues have been reported. All the required paperwork under the Code of Safer Working Practice has been completed.

Safeguarding training for people holding positions of responsibility within church continues to be undertaken and renewed as required. DBS requirements have been followed and checks and renewals carried out as necessary.

DBS and Safeguarding updates continue to de sent out from the Diocese and are acted upon as necessary and I have attended the various compulsory PSO and DBS updates from Southwell Diocese.

The Parish Dashboard continues to be updated and can be monitored by the Diocese.

Thank you to everyone who has kept up to dates with all the required training.

Barbara Coleman Safeguarding Co-Ordinator & DBS Officer

n) Parish Oven Report

The Parish Oven continues to grow from strength to strength and has become very much a part of both church and community life, especially when we were all recovering from our brush with COVID .

We acknowledge that our customers have been through probably the most challenging times for decades, which has left them fearful for their health and financially insecure, however we continued to open our doors and were delighted that our customers felt they were able to give us their continued support.

The Parish Oven has become a safe place where the community can visit for refreshments, a warm space and a chat in amongst -- not only friends -- but our ever-present Church family.

Our varied customers are confirmed regulars, cyclists, walking groups, visitors from other churches, funeral attendees, DH Lawrence devotees, passing trade and, of course, a dedicated section of our church community

All income from the Parish Oven is shown as a one line on the church accounts, this is supported by detailed accounts which show all income and expenditure on a weekly basis and are available for inspection on request.

I am pleased to confirm that our total income for the year January 2022 to December 2022 is £21,998.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank our wonderful volunteer staff and cake makers for their tireless efforts over the last 12 months together with all those within our church and wider community who have supported us with their custom and at times generous donations.

May God continue to pour his blessings on you all.

Phil Dobson

o) Chrismas Market report

The 2022 Christmas Market began as normal with a frenzy of activity starting on the Tuesday prior. However, we were soon to realise that we would be without our chief organiser Ian, as he advised us that Liz was too ill to be left on her own and we would have to manage without him. There was an amazing response by all concerned and the market was erected in record time with everyone pulling together and working as a well-rehearsed team. On the Friday morning collective prayers were said for Liz and Ian. Shortly afterwards we were advised that Liz had sadly passed away. With this devastating knowledge it was decided by all that the market should carry on in Liz's honour and everyone put their shoulder to the wheel. The market was a resounding success and raised a final total of £3,663 for church funds.

I would like to personally thank all those who were involved in the market, together with other co-opted volunteers, for all your hard work and enthusiasm and I know that Liz would have been proud of you all, as was I.

God’s Blessings Phil Dobson

6. Legacy Policy

It is the PCC’s policy to record any legacies received and, if given without any restriction, to use them in such a way that -- wherever possible -- reflects the person who has given the legacy. Restricted legacies will be used in accordance with the restriction.

7. Structure, Governance and Management

The Parochial Church Council is a corporate body established by the Church of England. The PCC operates under the Parochial Church Council (Powers) Measure. St Mary’s is a Registered Charity. The method of appointment of PCC members is set out in the Church Representation Rules. At St Mary’s the membership of the PCC consists of the incumbent, Churchwardens, and members elected by those members of the congregation who are on the electoral roll of the Church.

All those who attend our services/members of the congregation are encouraged to register on the Electoral Roll and stand for election to the PCC. The PCC members are responsible for making decisions on all matters of general concern and importance to the parish, including deciding on how the funds of the PCC are to be spent. Individual PCC members receive training as and when deemed appropriate by

the PCC. Training may include trustee responsibility training, basic health and safety, risk assessment and management, child protection procedures and safeguarding vulnerable adults.

St Mary's has one paid member of staff. PAYE payroll and a workplace pension scheme are also in place.

8. Risk Assessments

The PCC undertakes assessments to identify major risks as required. Procedures are then put in place to manage those risks and minimise their impact on the life of the Church.

9. Administrative Information

St Mary’s Church is situated in Greasley, Nottinghamshire. It is part of the Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham within the Church of England. The correspondence address is Church Office, Church Road, Greasley, Nottinghamshire NG16 2AB.

Names of advisors:

Architect: Allan Joyce Architects
Independent Examiner: Pells Chartered Accountants

Name and address of Bankers and Investment companies:

Nat West Bank Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 8HF 2. Barclays Bank Northwich, Cheshire CW9 7RB 3. CCLA 85 Queen Victoria Street, London EC4V 4ET
CBF Church of England Funds Jubilee House, Westgate, Southwell NG25 0JH