Annual Report 2021-2022 Charity Address
Charity Address
c/o The Lodge
Bury Lane
Sutton Gault
Cambs
CB6 2BD
Trustees
Rev Paul Hills (Vice Chair). Mr Alastair Ure Reid (Chair). Dr Clive Morton (Vice Chair). Mrs Mary Hanna, Mr Thak Patel, Mr Michael Page. Cambridge Workplace Chaplaincy operates as a CIO
Charity Registration Number: 1175654
Aims and Objectives
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Developing workplace chaplaincy services
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Promoting the nature and value of chaplaincy in the workplace
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Supporting all in need in the workplace
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Supporting chaplains
The charity will operate primarily within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
Developing workplace chaplaincy services
The monthly newsletter and prayer diary continues and have been developed further. Regular meetings for networking and support are now planned, we continue to host and co-host events primarily using video conferencing. .
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Promoting the nature and value of chaplaincy in the workplace
Targeted publicity continues to be very important, the year, as with every organisation, has thrown up its challenges, we continue to explore meaningful ways of reaching out to those who need us. We are much more embedded in the technology space, but recognise that face to face engagement is now very important to re-establish. Chaplains work as best they can, showing great resilience and positivity in their work patterns.
Our supporters, chaplains and interested individuals and organisations, numbering c250, receive regular updates and sent our monthly newsletter which has developed into a considerable resource.
Developing new opportunities for chaplaincy is a continuing challenge, CWC’s engagement with various religious bodies continues to be active
The patrons continue to do what they are able
Supporting all in need in the workplace
This remains a primary activity, we listen and help everyone regardless of faith or no faith wherever possible. We developed a number of online resources, the most notable being a Wellbeing Hub and produced and facilitated a number of training sessions, including support for the self employed, engaging with HR professionals, support for business owners and managers and our course titled ‘Stop Suicide’.
Particular attention has been given to thinking about how society might emerge from the lockdown. A paper was prepared by two trustees concerning the impact of the many losses people will have felt during lockdown. This has found quite wide circulation amongst ministers in Cambridgeshire. This theme was also explored in a session with the Chamber of Commerce. In addition, another paper about the pros and cons of “hybrid working” has been made available.
Supporting chaplains
Supporting Chaplains is one of the main reasons why CWC exists. The Trustees continue to explore new and innovative ways that ensure the health and wellbeing of our chaplains, this has now been broadened to individual email and telephone interaction for those who wish it.
Strategic Goals
These continue to be:
Developing relationships with and amongst chaplains
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Productive engagement with supporting bodies (faith groups, church leaders, Chamber of Commerce, Professional Organisations etc
Establishing Training Opportunities for Chaplains
In addition we recognise that the workplace for many is a very different experience. Returning employees to a workplace are showing various levels of concern as businesses plan and implement practices for the future.
We are very conscious of the mental health issues which are manifesting themselves. We feel a role of ‘thought leaders’ in this area is vital for the benefit of this community.
To conclude The Trustees meet regularly to develop the work of CWC and, as indicated above, are actively seeking to extend the reach of chaplaincy in the workplace and be much proactive in the wider community.
Alastair Ure Reid (Chair)
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Annual Accounts for the year ended 31 December 2021
GENERAL FUND RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
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2021 2020
£ £
RECEIPTS
Donations 848 4,728
Investment income 0 439
Total Receipts 848 5,167
PAYMENTS
Administration and marketing services 9,818 10,525
Wellbeing Hub 3,162 0
Telephone and website 769 627
Training course for chaplains 600 0
Assistance to Workplace Chaplaincy Mission 584 0
Memberships and subscriptions 560 361
Insurance 323 288
Promotion 300 890
Other expenses 6 311
Travel and subsistence 0 573
Total Payments 16,12 13,575
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Net payments for the year (15,27 (8,408)
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General Fund at 1 January 24,958
36,366
Transfer to Bursary Fund 0 (3,000)
General Fund at 31 December
9,684 24,958
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BURSARY FUND RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
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2021 2020
£ £
Investment income 984 452
Refund of bursary 120 0
Bursaries granted (300) (700)
Net payments for the year (248)
804
Bursary Fund at 1 January
2,752 0
Transfer from General Fund
0 3,000
Bursary Fund at 31 December
3,556 2,752
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CITY CENTRE CHAPLAINCY (CAMBS) FUND RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
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2021 2020
£ £
Grant received 0
5,000
Payment to Light Project (2,500) 0
City Centre Chaplaincy Fund at 31 0
December 2,500
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AT 31 DECEMBER 2021
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2021 2020
£ £
Bank account 15,740 27,710
Investments 20,697 18,255
36,43 45,965
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Representing balances in these funds
General Fund – Bank account 9,684 24,958
General Fund – Investments 20,697 18,255
Total General Fund 30,381 43,213
Bursary Fund 3,556 2,752
City Centre Chaplaincy Fund 2,500 0
36,43 45,965
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INVESTMENTS IN M&G CHARIFUND
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2021 2020
£ £
Opening balance 18,25
5 22,087
Increase/(decrease) in value 2,442 (3,832)
Value at 31 December 20,69
7 18,255
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The Receipts and Payments Accounts and Statement of Assets were approved by the Trustees on 24[th] March 2022.
Signed
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Alastair Ure Reid Chairman and Trustee