Al n Mission Area Annual Re ort 2024 In early January 2024 the Mission Area Shared Ministry Team were funded to go on Retreat to Gladstone's Library Hawarden, to consider the future of the Mission Area in terms of church groupings. This led to a Vision Day in April, the outcomes of which we are working through. January also saw the announcement that Will Marshall was leaving. Sadly, he had been experiencing acute family difficulties in relation to the health of his parents and was relocating to care for his parents. Will served faithfully within the Mission Area (especially within the communities of Southsea, Pentre Broughton, Brymbo and Coedpoethl since 2016. In mid-june, All Saints Southsea hosted the Mission Area Coffee Morning for the Diocesan Offering 2024 Blood Bikes Wales which raised £456.78. Despite the awful weather it was a busy and uplifting occasion where Blood Bikes riders hosted the raffle! th On June 29 St. Asaph Cathedral saw the priesting of Ana Evans and Emma Dale, our Alyn Assistant Curates. It was a truly joyful day as both looked forward to celebrating their first Eucharist in the church communities the following day. On June 30th Ileftl we said farewell to Father Tudor Hughes who ha5 served the communities of Gresford & Holt so faithf ully as their vicar over so manv years. We look forward to welcoming him back as part of our'cover, team. In July, Vicki Burrows was appointed to be the Mission Area Leader and Vicar of Gresford and Holt. Her welcome and licencing took place in late November. September saw a visit from Bishop Gregory for the Confirmation of candidates from Wrexham and Alyn Mission Areas at St. Margaret's in Garden Village. Six of these candidates were from Alyn MA. Following interview, in mid-November we were delighted to hear that Helen Barnes had taken up the post of Ipart time 0.51 vicar of Minera & Southsea, with her Licencing to take place early in 2025. From Around the Churches... All Saints Gresford Baptr"sms Weddings Funerals Christmas 2024 Easter 2024 Average Sunday Fr. Tudor left in June 2024 with his successor appointed in late November 2024. Therefore, All Saints, Gresford was in vacancy between July and November 2024. 20 213 92 70 All Saints Southsea Baptisms Weddings Funerals Christmas 2024 Easter 2024 Average Sunday All Saints, Southsea was in vacancy during 2024. 30 24 Christ Church Bwlchgwyn Baptisms Weddings Funerals Christmas 2024 Easter 2024 Christ Church Bwlchgwyn was in vacancy during 2024. The 2024 Christmas service numbers were up from 2023. It was noted that although the average attendance is 12, we have 16 regular people at the service on Sunday morning. In 2023, the crib service had 82 people and the Carol service 38. 13 No figu￿5 Average Sunday 17 We cannot pay the parish share, but we may be able to pay half. We still have to pay the insurance, music licence and service on the fire extinguishers. The electricity and water rates are covered by the collection. We discussed putting a notice in the village news sheet asking for regular donations. People in the village would be really concerned if the church closed, but need to be aware that we need funds to keep going. We also discussed needing to have reserves in the account for a 'rainy day,. Christ Church Rossett Baptisms Weddings Funerals Christmas 2024 Easter 2024 Average Sunday Throughoutthe year, we have continued to serve the spiritual needs of our community. Our midweek Eucharist has maintained a smaller, yet dedicated group of 7 attendees. The Welcome Eucharist has offered an accessible and inclusive space for all to receive the sacrament. 15 30 54 35 With an average attendance of around ten, this small but deeply valued gathering ensures that everyone, regardless of circumstance, can participate in worship and experience the grace of the Eucharist. We have hosted several successful craft events, which have proven to be a popular form of outreach, especially around significant dates like Mothering Sunday, Father's Day. and Christmas. In February, we delivered another large shoebox of postage stamps to the RNLI in Llandudno. In March, we were thrilled to host St. Peter's School for Easter Experience activities. Then in July, the whole school came together for rehearsal and for Mrs. Pritchard's leaving service, after 17 years of dedicated service. We also had several candidates f rom Rossett in the Confirmation Service at St Margaret's Garden Village. We saw greater involvement from cadets, Scouts, and Beaver5 at St. Peter's School Harvest Service in October and on Remembrance Sunday in November. A Teoms4U Shoebox Blessing was held in church and an assembly at St. Peter's where the school delivered their contributions to the warehouse. In December, we celebrated the Eve of 5t. Nicholas with the annual tree lighting and service. The children also took part in the Christingle Service at school. Church hosted the school's Christmas Service and Lantern Parade. followed by the Come andsing Christmas event with the Rossett Community Choir. Baptism Classes were held to prepare families. During Lent, we held a special study group on The Chosen. We would like to acknowledge the ongoing support and activity of the Mothers. Union throughout the year. HolyTrinity Gwersyllt Baptisms Weddings Funerals Ch ristmas 2024 Easter 2024 Average Sunday li 25 15 li 12 We fully paid our Share and CCLI in 2024. All bills were all paid on time, e.g. water, electric, oil, plus others. Fundraising included Bingo, a quiz night, and a beetle drive. The last Quinquennial was late 2022. The electrical upgrade was completed. The regular checks and Services have been done annually, as required. The Churchyard 15 being maintained with grass mowing and tri mming of hedges and trees. Several other small repairs have been completed. The gutters, roof tiles and plaster issues must still be addressed. We also require additional work to the organ's D.O.L. electrical system. During Lent, we held for 311 four churches a special study group on The Chosen. We have welcomed GCSE classes from Bryn Alyn to the church. Regular assemblie5 have been held at the CP Primary School, alongside lessons covering key elements of Christian life and worship. A strong connection has been formed with the new headteacher at Bryn Alyn. In December, we were delighted to welcome schools into church for their nativity play, and earlier in the academic year, we led a Christingle 355embly at one School. This year's Remembrance Sunday service was well attended by members of the community, and it was especially heartening to see so many young people present. Advent services were a real highlight of the year, and the Crib Service in particular, was well attended and full of warmth and joy. St. Chad, Holt Baptisms Weddings Funerals Christmas 2024 Easter 2024 Average Sunda 92 at Crib Service 25 20 Church Warden s Report.. This year saw the completion of works to replace sections of mullions on the east window and the introduction of an electric organ for which a retrospective faculty has been applied for. Next year's tasks include the replacement of the flood lights with modern LED units, minor repairs the lightning conductor and church roof, plus initiating maintenance identified in the quinquennial. TreG5urer s Report.. Our Share for 2024 was paid in full - albeit from reSe￿eS. Our fundraising for the year raised £2521 minus the priie money for the 1-2-3 aub1£6541. Other funds were raised frDm serving tea and cake during our Rush beoring celebrations, Gift Day, our Harvest Tea and refreshments and various stalls at the Christmas Fayre. The above table excludes the Holt School Christmas Service where 90 attended. St. Chad's Holt was in vacancy between July and November 2024, following Fr. Tudor retiring in June. His successor Reverend Vicki Burrows arrived late November. St. Martin of Tours, Llav Baptisms Weddings Funerals Christmas 2024 Easter 2024 Average Sunday li 23 28 57 30 In accordance with the Quinquennial Report130th May 20241 the building was found to be in generally a sound conditt'on at the time of the inspection. Minor repairs are required to some of the Pointt'ng, also localised repairs to the guttering. Routine maintenance work is recommended to some of the protective mesh panels on some of the windows. Remedial work is required to the lightning conductor,. this has been carried out by appropriate contractors. In order to raise the funds to carry out the above work it is necessary to sell some of our investments- this proce55 15 underway. St. Martin's Chu rch Llay paid their Parish Share of £ 31,476.00 in time to St Asaph along with the other Churches in the Alyn Mission Area. Gift aid and tax repayments received every month goes a long way to support our monthly payment of the Parish Share. Unfortunately. even with a very successfu5 year of fund raising we still ended up with a deficit for the year. We have one investment which is a Restricted Account for the Fabric of the Church, which has increased in value. The midweek Eucharist has maintained a smaller, yet dedicated group of 8 attendees. The numbers combined reflect the continued engagement and participation of our congregation in the life of the church. Key Church SeNices ond Events: During Lent, we held for all four churches a special study group on The Chosen. The Strawberry Tea in June was a delighrful social eventfor the community. The May Fayre saw us welcome Blood Bikes Wales, which was 3 great success, and raised significant funds. Ourjuly Coffee Morning was another opportunity for the congregation and community to 5UPPOrt the ongoing work of the church. A fun and unique event, our International Cheese and Wine Evening in September brought the Cofnmunity together for an evening of good food, fellowship, and international llavour. The Harvest Coffee Morning in October was filled with fellowship and a spirit of thanksgiving. The Mother's Union celebrated a special milestone in October: the 90th birthday of Joan, a cherished member of our congregation. It wa5 a joyous occasion to honour her legacy and contribution to the church. Father Huw led the Annual Service of Commemoration atthe Memorial Wheel in Pandy in Ottoberfor the Greenford Colliery Disaster 90th anniversary. This service was an important moment of remembrance for those lost in the disaster. Our Remembrance Service was held in November. as was our Memorial Service to remember those who have passed. It offered a special time of reflection and prayer for families and the congregation. In November, we hosted our Autumn Fayre. which proved to be a tremendous success, raising a significant amount of money for our church and mission activities. Thi5 event brought the community together in support of our ongoing work. The Christmas season in December brought the community together: Christmas Tree Lighting & Carols with Llay Band, Llay Park School Christingle, Llay Park School Crib Service, and our Carol Service. and Midnight Mass. Ih December we also had a service to commemordte the IOOth anniversary ofthe tragic loss of nine miners at Llay Main Colliery. It was a moment of solemn remembrance for their sacrifice. We are especially grateful to the Friends of St. Martin's, whose unwavering support has played a pivotal role in the success of many of our events. Additionally, we offer our deepest gratitude to the Mother's Union, whose ongoing work has been a pillar of support in our community. St. Mary Mlnera St Marfs was in vacancy during 2024. Baptisms Weddings Funerals Christmas 2024 Easter 2024 Average Sunday We have a regular congregation at Sunday services of 20- 22 8tt8ndants with some weeks being as hiEh as twenty_eight. We have also welcomed some past members of St Tudfils conRf8gation. 42 41 25 Mission - Various activities were held during the year. including Messy Easter and tr8e ru bbing, which were successful and enjoyed by members ofthe community. There is a plan for a general tidy-up and introduction of planters within the piece of ground known as the Yriangie, to create a useful space. The huge efforts made by Church committee were acknowledged, including r8ising funds for church maintenance and major repairs to the church building. Their efforts have enabled the complete refurbishment ofthe roof. which has been a recurringQQl recommendation for several years. The roof repairs are now complete, as is the additionaLwork of repointing of the exterior of the stone walls of the church. The workwasfunded bysuccessful applications formajor grants, church reserves and additionalfundraising. St Paul. Isycoed aptisms Weddings Funerals Christmas 2024 Easter 2024 Average Sunday 18 15 12 Treasurer's report.. St Paul's Isycoed's financial situation at the end of 2024 was better than anticipated earlier in the year. Two thirds through the year there was concern that we would not have sufficient unrestritted funds to meet our expenditure without going into our reserves. The Church Committee agreed to transfer £3000 from the Penk Natwest bank account. This account accumulates interest on investment bornds. However, due to unexpected funerals. a large funeral donation, a wedding and a £500 company donation, our finances were improved. Substantial fundraising also helped. Our Diocese Share was paid in full. Expenditure for the year exceeded income. Worship andAttendonce.' Throughout the year. we have continued to Serve the spiritual needs of our community. We have celebrated one wedding, held 6 funerals, and had no baptisms. These numbers combined, for a small rural church, reflect the continued engagement and participation of our congregation in the life of the church. Key Church Servi￿$ andEvents: During Lent, we held for all four churches a special study group on The Chosen, a popular television serie5. It allowed us to explore the life of Christ in a modern and engaging way. This was well attended and resulted in a further event- A Church Cinematic Experience in Rossett Hall Hotel. This past year has been a testament to the enriching partnership between our church and the local school. Our conts'nued collaboration has fostered a nurturing environment where both institutions thrive through shared initiatives. One of the highlights of this ongoing relationship was the heartwarming nativity play hosted in December, which took place in our church. It was a memorable event that not only showcased the talents of the young students but also underscored the unity and support between the school community and our congregation. Throughout the year, this collaboration has provided numerous opportunities for growth, learning, and mutual enrichment. The ministry's efforts in engaging with the school have been particula rly rewarding, helpingto strengthen the bonds that tie us together. With each passing year, the connections between our chu rch and the school community continue to grow, promisinE a future filled with shared purpose and collective success. I n Isycoed, fundraising and community events have a rich tradition of success, and this year has been no exception. From the delightful afternoon teas to the lively dog shows, and the sophisticated cheese and wine evenings to the scenic community walks. each event has been a memorable and well-organised affair. These gatherings not only demonstrate Isycoed's comrnitment to community spirit but also its proficiency in hostin8 events that bring us all together. A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who has contributed their time and effort to make these events a success. Your involvement has been invaluable and truly appreciated. Rogotion Sunday was, as always. a wonderful day, steeped in rich rural and local tradition. The congregation came together to celebrate this tim￿h0nDred observance, which connects us deeplyto the land and the community. With prayers for the growth of the crops and the well-being of the local farmers, it was a time of reflection on the blessings of nature and the work of the earth. The day was filled with joy and reverence, a reminder of the importance of sustsining the relationship between faith, the land, and the people who rely on it. It was a truly special occasion, one that continues to resonate with the heart of our rural heritage. St. Paul, Pentre Broughton St Paul's Pentre Broughton was in vacancy during 2024. Baptisms Weddings Funerals Christmas 2024 Easter 2024 Average Sundav 14 14 15 25 21 Elected MAC Members, Churchwardens & Worship Leaders 2025 - 2026 Rolelchurch Priest Priest Priest MA Warden & Safeguarding Officer MA Warden MA Treasurer MAReader MAC Trustees Vicki Burrows Helen Barnes Tracey Byrne Sian H Jones MAC Members Churchwardens Worship Leaders Sheila Woolrich Sylvia Partington Jenny Creed PTO Kathleen Evans PTO Bwlchgwyn Ray Evans Rebecca Evans Clare Darlington Ireservel Pat Edwards Su8 Roden Jill Roberts Sharon Griffiths Joh&nne Bebb Julie Edwards Steve Tilston Rebecca Evans Steve Tilston Rebecca Evans Ray Evans Coedpoeth Gresford Pal Edwards Sue Roden Mike Edwards Sharon Grrffiths Johanne Bebb Gwersyllt Sharon Griff iths Brenda Trickett Julie Edwards Iresefvel Holt Steve Smith Paul Gaade Lynda Ellis Brereton Rachel Bellis Lilian Lloyd IreseNel Sheila Wooirich Pat Edwards Sue Randles Iresarv81 Carol Douglas Jories Alan Story Menna Story Ir¢servo1 Steve Smith Paul Gaade Lynda Ellis Brereton Rachel Bellis Isycoed Rachel Bellis Llay Sheila Woolrich Pat Edwards Minera C8rol Dougl88 Jones Sylvi8 Partington Carol Douglas Jones Alan Story Pentre Broughton Rossett Deborah Edwards Francis Roberts Stephen Hatton David Weir Kate Williams Rob Williams Sue Davies {reBervel Sian H Jones Southsea Kate Williams Rob Williams Diocesan Conference The business part of the conference 'Growing Faith, was held online on Thursday 17, October and in th person at Ysgol Llanfyllin on Saturday 19 October 2024. Business - budget, accounts and amendments to the constitution. In Person - the day included Faith in Action stories from around the diocese • Growing Faith keynote session with the Venerable Mones Farah Archdeacon Missioner in the Diocese of St Davids • Question Time with Bishop Gregory and the Venerable Mones Farah • What Christian Faith Is discussion session Presentation on the Energy Footprint Tool • Launch of the 2025 Diocesan Offering for RABI Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution IRABII, a charity that provides crucial support to the farming community. RABI offers financial assistance, practical care and guidance to those in need, helping farmers and their families th rough diffi'cult times. Thei r work relies heavily on donations to contt'nue making a difference. Conference closed with worship. 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Statement of Recommended Practice 4pplicable to charitie5 preparing their accounts in accgrdance with the Financial Reporting standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021, las amended for accountlng periods commencing l January 20161. The financial statements have been prepared io give a'tr*Je and la1rvie￿ and have departed from the Charities (Account5 and Report51 Regulation5 2008 only to the extent requlrÈd to provide a'true and kr vie￿. This departure ha5 involved following Accounting and Reporting by Charitie5 preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financlal Reptsrtlng Standard applicable in the UK and Ireland IFRS 1021 issued on 16 july 2014 rather than the Ac¢ountlng and Reporting by Charities= Statement of Recommended Practice effective from l April 2LhJ5, which ha5 since been withdrawn. The Charity is a Public Benefft Entlty as defined by FRS 102. The Charlty has taken advantage of the provisions in the SORP for charities applying FRS 102 Update Bulletin I not to prepare a 5tstement of Cash Flows. The charit(s presentatlon currency is pounds 5terfing and all amounts stated within the financial statements are rounded to the nearest pound. 1.2 Golng concem At the tlrne of approvin8 the finandal statements. the members have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational eKiStence for the fo￿Seeable future. Thus the members continue to adopt the golng ctrncern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements. 1.3 Charltable funds Unrestritted find5 are available for use at the discretlon of the member5 in furtherance of thelr charitable objectlves unless the fund5 have been designated for other purposes. Designated funds ¢omprise funds which have been set aside atthe discretion of the member5 for specific purFJ05e5. The purposes and uses of the designated funds are set out in the notes to the financial statements. Endowment funds are created when a donor or the trustees spectfy that a gtft invested 8nd only the income earned on the investment May be spent for a specific purpose. Restricted funds are subject to specific condition5 by donors as to how they may be used. The purposés and usès of the restrlctèd funds are set out in the notes to the financlal statements. 1.4 Incomlng resources Income is recognised when the charity 15 legally entided to it after any performance condStlons have been met, thè amounts can be méasurèd reliably, and it is probable that Income wlll be received. Cash donations are recognised on ￿ceipt. Other donations are recognlsed On￿ the charity has been notified of the donation, unless performance conditions require deferral of the amount. Income tax recoverable in relation to donation5 received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenan: is recDgrhised at the time of the dot)ation. Legacies are recognised on re￿Ipt or otherwise if the charity has been notiried of an irnpending distribution, the amount in known and receipt is expected. Of the amount is not known, the legacy IS treated as a contingent asset. 1.5 Flxed assèt Investment5 Fixed asset investments are inttially measvred at transaction price excludlng transaction costs and are 5ubsequentty rrea5ured at fair value at each reporting date. Changes In falr value are recognised in net income Ilexpenditurel for the year. Transaction costs are expensed as irtcur￿d. NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 1.6 Cash and (ath equlvalents Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call wkth bank5. Other 5hort-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or le55, and other bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown wf(hin borrowings In 1.7 Flnanaal instruments Thè tharity h35 elerted to apply the provisions of Sertion Il'Basic Hnanclal Instrumentd and Section 12 '0ther Financial Instruments Issues, of FRS 102 to all of it5 financial instruments. Flnancial assets and liabilitie5 are offset. with thè net amounts presented in the finanual statements. when there is a legally enforceable right to Set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net ba515 or to realise the a55et and settle the liabilr(y simuttaneously. Buslcfintrncitilttssets Basic financial assets, which include debtor5 and cash and bank balances. a￿ initlalty measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost Using the effective interest method unless the arranÉement con5titut&5 a financing transaction, wherè the tran5attion is meaSU￿d at the present value of the future retelpts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amort15ed. Ba51C￿nanC1Q1 liabllltles Basic flnanciHI liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are inttially measured at transaction unless the arrangement con%titutes a financing transaction. where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payment5 discounted at a market rate of interest. Finanaal liabilities classified as payablo within one year are not amortised. Trade creditors a￿ obligation5 to pay for goods orseNites that have been acquired In the ordinary course of operations from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is dLte wlthin one year or legg. Sf not, they are presented as non-curreTht liabilities. Trade credwtors are recognised initially at transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost uslng the effective interest method. Crltlcal attounting estirnates and judgements In the application t>1 the charivs accounting policles. the member5 are required to make judgements. estimatès and assumption5 about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and assoclated assumption5 are based on historical experiente and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Attual results mèy drffer frorn these estimates. The e5timate5 and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing bas￿. Revislons to atcounting estlmated are recoBnised in the period in which the estimate 15 revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the perlod of the revision and fLrture periods where the revision affects both current and future periods. NOTESTOTHE FINANaAL 5TATEMEKrs FOR THE YEAR ENDED JI DECEMPER ZQ24 3 tksnatlons and legades Dest￿tEd fvnds Restrirted funts Tctsl 2024 Total 1023 funds Donation5 and glfts LegaciES r￿e1Vable Grants retelvabl 176,524 24,287 40A 241,291 19,318 25.1 50,102 94.420 195,B42 49,287 90,581 395.711 174,603 14,528 21,67D 210AOI 4 Charftable att￿1)￿e¥ Urffestrlcted fund5 EndDwment funds TWI ZQ24 Totsl 2023 funds nds Fee5 for occ3sonal oyices 30,666 30ts66 852 851 33,514 33.514 65,032 65,UJZ 53,095 53,095 5 Othertr3dln8actMtles Llrre5trfrted De5iBr￿te End4)wment T¢xal 2024 Total 2023 23,894 L356 3.221 392 28064 1,259 6.326 150 31,479 1.506 3.223 29.454 2,264 J.174 5,749 38,640 Other funds g£nerareO Hall rental irncome Sundry Incorne 6￿6 37m8 6 Inve5trnents Unreslrlct fvnds Toul 2D24 Total 2023 nds luntts funds Dividends / investment income Bank i?teresi 6,710 17,666 24.376 7C¥J 946 1,645 8,055 18,624 2&681 6,539 .331 11.871 12 Y l)therlnwmo Restricted TDt* 20 Total 2023 Sale of inve5trnent5 3(N) 8.000 3L B Galn51 Iu55eson Inve5tmer Unrestrlcted fvnds Totsl 2024 Total 2023 ds nds fvnds Gairns on Investments 16.014 16.014 12.4911 20,266 20266 2,257 l257 36,045 36,045 57.578 57,578 NOTESTOTHE FINAPICIAL STATEMÈT4TS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER Z024 g Ralsln¥ftJnds UMe5trfrted frjnds Restrfcted funds Endowmènt fund5 Totsl 2024 Total 1013 Costs ol fund raisin 2,523 52J 2,S83 2.583 3,713 10 Charhablè attNltles Vnrestrfrted funds Restthled Endowment furHIs Totsl 20Z4 Tolal 2023 funds 213.957 7.108 4,253 6.076 7.868 2.143 213,957 7,108 4,253 6,181 7,868 2,143 Zl8,647 6.186 2,391 3,613 6,116 5,245 319 2,844 357 Cler8yexpen5es Parsona e expens£5 Maintenance of s2rvice5 Costs of vergers and cholr Music and pertormances Costs of dlgital semces Cost5 of copyright licences Bank charg Costs of prifiung and post Telephone l.'nternet O￿lCe and Eeneral expenses Parish administrator 105 2.035 302 1.118 255 2.292 3.767 I,(K12 17.556 11,853 5,657 1,939 2,122 5,739 16,482 611 7,7&5 2,035 3Q2 1,118 255 2,292 3,767 1,002 19,135 11,853 5,657 2,041 2,221 5,739 17,382 SIL 24,D57 2,397 871 503 1,312 477 567 873 190,287 131 1.544 6,446 708 14,697 10,877 7.709 2,043 2,226 6,135 35,102 14 25,581 Church costs. insurance Church costs- electyicitv Church costs- gas Church c05+J- water Churc4 costs- other Church costs- he3tirng oll Church costs- rep3 rs Cleallifj8 Church y3rd management Church yard struttU￿ repairs Chvrch hall- d￿rIC Church hall- gas Church hall- I￿uran Church hall- repalr5 Church hall- telephone Church hall witer 1579 102 16212 2,397 871 503 1,312 4T1 667 873 65,335 485 857 534 Llll 612 L197 304 L753 70 76.857 48.095 197 Young Jeople activty costs Church pu51ica-.￿n5 Mission and Evange115m Parich ffli5sion costs C05t of mainta ning websltes ChurclfchGrity and projects 30 778 474 392 403 765 420 1.742 16.043 41Z.451 392 403 765 420 1,742 29.859 571.911 809 833 2.723 7,199 377,335 Professional fe 13.816 83.601 76W7 NOTESTO TPIE FINANCIAL STATEMEr FOR THE YEAR ENDED 310ECEMBER 2024 11 Otherexpenditsire Unresirfcted R¢51rf¢ted fvnds Endowment furnds Tatal 2014 Totst 2013 funds Purchase of assets 10,999 10.999 10,999 10.999 loo 100 12 M$mber5 None of the members lor any per5LWLSttrne£red wththeml received anyremuneratton benÈffts from the charity during the year. 13 Employoes There wa5 1 employees durin¥the year. la.. 20231 14 Relatsé part¥tr¥ns•cth)ns There were no dicl0sa1￿e related parti rransactlonsduringthe yearl2023-nwl. 15 Flxed asset in¥e5trnents sted Investments Cost ￿valuatIon at l January 2024 Addlt',onsl reallocations At 31 De£ernber 2024 1,177,276 116.748 1,060,528 Carrylng am.obnt At 31 Decernber 2024 1,060,528 INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORTTO ALYN MISSION AREA PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL I report on the accounts for the year ended 31st December 2024. Respectlve responsibilities of trustees and examlner The Mission Area Conference (MACI are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The MAC considers that an audtt is not required for thls year under section 144121 of the Charities Act 2011 Ithe 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It Is my responsibility to: examlne the accounts under settion 145 of the 2011 Act) to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners (under section 1451Sllbl of the 2011 Act). and to state whether particular matters have come to my attentiLIn. Basls of IndeperKlent examlner's report My examination was 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 disc105ures in the accounts, and seeklng explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a'trLSe and fair and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below. Independent examlner's statement In connertion with my examination, no matter has cometo my attention: 11 which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respert the requirements al to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act,. and bl to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply wrth the acttsuntlng requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met- or 21 to which, in my opinion. attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. 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