ST PETER'S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 ## **VISION AND VALUES** ## **FEELS LIKE FAMILY** Church is a diverse family where we can be fully known, unconditionally loved and become who we’re created to be. ## **VISION** To play our part in bringing heaven to South East London. ## **MISSION** We play our part by making disciples who make disciples - people who spend time with Jesus, become like him, do the things he did and help others do the same. ## **EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT** We are filled, led and empowered by the Holy Spirit to do what we see the Father doing. ## **MAKE JESUS KNOWN** Everything we do is an opportunity for others to experience the love and power of Jesus and find fullness of life in him. ## **FREED BY TRUTH** **----- Start of picture text -----**
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The bible is our go to source for truth, it sets our hearts on fire and its authority in our lives leads to freedom. ## **EVERYDAY NOT AN EVENT** Spending time with Jesus, becoming like him, doing what he did and helping one another do the same happens every day, not just Sunday. ## **AMBITIOUSLY LOCA** L We want to see heaven come where we live through Villages, community ministries and by planting and grafting across SE London. ANNUAL REPORT 2024 ## **WORSHIP AND PRAYER** Our Sunday services have continued to grow in the last year. As well as a greater awareness of the Spirit’s presence amongst us, our services are marked by uplifting worship led by our gifted musicians and singers, practical biblical teaching, a growing commitment to prayer and incredible stories of God healing and speaking to people. Our production team provide technical support and they livestream and record the morning services, giving greater access to others to see what God is doing among us, and an encouragement to join us. The number of people who call St Peter’s home has grown and we’ve now outgrown the building in our morning service. All available side rooms are used, including for a creche, and we are using additional temporary space for children. Each Sunday morning there is a marquee, a double decker bus and the vicarage to help accommodate on average 75 children aged 0-11 and 30 young people aged 11-18. We now have an average of 180 adults each Sunday morning and around 80 in the evening. Our next challenge will be to create additional space for our growing church and to transition to a second morning service to increase capacity for children, youth, and adults. ## **COMMUNITY CHOIR** In September 2024, the Love Brockley Community Choir launched a 12-week programme, creating a welcoming space for those in our community who might not typically attend church. The choir offered an opportunity to develop vocal skills, learn new melodies, and prepare for a live performance—all while fostering encouragement and connection. A total of 25 individuals joined, representing the incredible diversity of Brockley. From the very first session, people from all walks of life found common ground. As the weeks progressed, a remarkable sense of camaraderie developed, with participants overcoming their fears and inhibitions in a space where acceptance and support flourished. Strangers quickly became family. The heart behind this initiative is to create opportunities for people to experience community and, in some cases, take steps toward faith. This term, one of our choir members began attending our evening service and ultimately gave her life to Jesus. Another woman, who hadn’t sung in years, shared how the experience transformed her life, bringing renewed joy. Her husband even remarked that she had ‘come alive’ again. Every participant had their own story of transformation, making this initiative all the more meaningful. Many choir members formed lasting friendships, with some even singing at our Food Bank Christmas Party. Several joined our Christmas Choir, and now we’re launching a Sunday morning choir once a month, allowing the journey to continue beyond the programme itself. The final showcase was a tremendous success, drawing an audience of 150 guests, many of whom were visiting St. Peter’s for the first time. These attendees were invited to our Christmas services and Life Course, extending our outreach beyond just the choir and into deeper connections with our church community. Looking back on these incredible moments, we give thanks to God for the creative ways he is allowing us to share His love with the Brockley community— welcoming those who may never have otherwise stepped through our doors. ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 2 ## **COMMUNITY** ## **LITTLE FISHES** Throughout 2024, Little Fishes remained a cherished gathering point for approximately 45 children, along with their caregivers and adults. The term-time weekly programme offers a refuge for parents, carers, and caregivers alike with a warm welcome, a cuppa, and a safe place to play with the children and chat with friends. We welcome a mix of regular faces and new friends each week, engaging all who come along with songs, storytime, and various toys, games, and sensory activities. We’re continuing to welcome Jesus’ presence into this group, praying with caregivers, reading Bible stories, and creating touchpoints for reflection. It’s heartening to witness the spiritual growth and engagement of both children and adults within the Little Fishes community, as they continue to find nurture amidst their busy lives. ## **BUMPS AND BABIES** Throughout 2024, we warmly welcomed approximately 30 parents and their precious bumps and babies into our facility every Monday afternoon. Bumps and Babies not only provides essential feeding support to mothers but also offers a nurturing environment for parents and their infants right from the earliest stages of their parenting journey. We believe that God’s presence has infused this group with a sense of peace, as evidenced by the numerous comments we receive weekly about the tranquil atmosphere. This year, we have continued to rely on the generosity of our volunteer peer support team, who offer kindness, advice, and breastfeeding support. We have also seen the group grow in those who choose to return with older babies, and finding a warm place of connection and community. We’re continuing to build the prayer and kindness team’s presence in this space and witnessing Jesus’ power and love at work during a beautifully sensitive time in these families’ lives. ## **YOUTH** This year has been an exciting season of growth and deepened community within our youth ministry. Weekly attendance averaged 30, with a total of around 50 young people now connected to St Peter’s Youth. Through social events like bowling, movie nights, and a day trip to Brighton, friendships have flourished, creating a stronger sense of belonging. A highlight of the year was our first-ever Youth Winter Ball, which welcomed 75 young people, including many non-Christian friends invited by our youth. Spiritually, we’ve witnessed incredible milestones, with four young people taking the step of baptism and committing their lives to Jesus. Our 15–18 age group, in particular, is thriving—not only are some attending the evening church service, but a few have even initiated their own Bible study group. Seeing their faith grow in such a personal and proactive way has been truly encouraging. ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 3 ## **YOUTH CONTINUED** As we look ahead, we’re excited to continue fostering an environment where young people encounter Jesus, build meaningful relationships, and take ownership of their faith. 2024 has been a year of God’s faithfulness, and we’re excited for what’s to come! ## **KIDS** In 2024, our Kids Ministry continued to thrive on Sunday mornings, with an average attendance of 70 children actively participating in one of our four dedicated kids’ rooms. Across all of our sessions, we focused on “Being with Jesus, Becoming like Jesus, Doing the things Jesus did, and Helping others to do the same” through various creative and enjoyable ways, learning about God and encountering the Holy Spirit. Christmas and Easter services provided beautiful opportunities for the children to invite friends and showcase their talents through various performances. Christmas 2024 was particularly exciting, as the children prepared animation videos, musical and dance performances, as well as performing the nativity narrative. Our annual Summer Club increased capacity to 50 children this year, thanks to our team and volunteers. The children took a deep dive into the book of Matthew, reflecting on what it means to follow Jesus and participating in dance, singing, and art sessions, culminating in a stellar performance for family and friends. The biggest change in Kids Ministry in 2024 was the tearful farewell of Ana Kyle, who stepped down from leading the ministry after starting, building, and pouring into it for six years. Ana spent many Sundays faithfully with the children, building a strong foundation for their faith. Kylie den Engelsman stepped into the role of Children and Families Lead in September 2024 and has been working with the team to develop a deep understanding of the character of God and explore the many ways we can connect with Jesus. One of our children was particularly excited to be involved in our Christingle Performances after we added various elements they could take part in. This was particularly significant for the family, as their child had never engaged in a public performance piece like this before, and they were very grateful there was an avenue they could explore and an environment in which they felt safe to do so! ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 4 ## **PASTORAL CARE** In 2024, we saw continued excellence in the care of our members through Villages. The leaders and members of the Villages have looked after people through births, bereavements, and illnesses, with meal trains, phone calls, and people encouraging others through hard times. We are really embedding ‘Feels like Family’ through Villages. We also launched a workshop on Emotional Health for Spiritual Growth. This six-week workshop, led by Marilyn Gulland, has been transformative for many in areas where they have been stuck emotionally and spiritually. This workshop will continue in 2025, and we have plans to develop an offering in emotional and mental health each term, with Anne Whyte leading a training in innerhealing prayer and Jill Parnham developing another short course in incorporating practices for mental and emotional well-being. 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## **RHYTHM** Rhythm is a distinctive space within St. Peter’s where the art of movement and dance converges with worship to God. Our goal is to harness the power of dance to glorify God, engage in prayerful intercession, and prophesy. With each passing month, Rhythm continues to flourish, drawing individuals into an encounter with the liberating, love-filled presence of God through dance and movement. We have had many beautiful testimonies of people connecting with God through their time at Rhythm. One lady expressed how Rhythm was the space where she felt closest to God each month. Rhythm was invited to join Unconditional as a special session to help the women connect to their bodies and their breath, and to have fun with movement and dance. Since then, one of the ladies has also attended a regular Rhythm session, saying she feels so free. One lady who is on the journey to becoming a Christian attended Rhythm, and she was so overwhelmed by God’s love and freedom at the end of the session that she cried with joy. She said, “I guess you would say I am experiencing God.” Many others have testified to encountering a profound sense of freedom, joy, peace, and newfound confidence during their time at Rhythm. They speak of experiencing breakthroughs in their lives, hearing from God, and feeling emotionally uplifted after immersing themselves in worship. The impact of Rhythm extends beyond the walls of St. Peter’s, as it has now expanded to King’s Cross Church (KXC) as part of their midweek prayer and worship gatherings. Rhythm has also occasionally started at St. Gregory’s in Cornwall (part of the Table Network) as part of their prayer meetings. ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 5 ## **DANCE** Dance @ St. Peter’s continues to be a vibrant and inclusive community, welcoming individuals of all ages to experience the joy of movement and expression. Over 2024, our programme has flourished, with approximately 100 students dancing weekly, ranging from toddlers as young as 18 months to adults. We also welcome siblings and parents to play or relax in the space, fostering a sense of togetherness. Led by a trained team of five Spirit-led teachers and two assistants, our classes offer a diverse range of styles, from street dance to ballet, ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy and feel at home in the church space. We remain committed to breaking down barriers and creating a welcoming environment for all. To promote inclusivity, we’ve adapted our sign-up protocols and maintained flexibility in our communication methods. For example, we’ve made special provisions for women from the local refuge, ensuring they can access the classes safely and peacefully. Through acts of kindness, prayer, and heartfelt invitations, we have seen many individuals transition from attending our dance classes to engaging in Sunday services, Christmas celebrations, and other church events. One visitor noted, “There’s something different about this place —it has soul.” A particularly moving moment was welcoming a child with selective mutism. We worked closely with the child’s mother to explore ways to support her, including learning basic Makaton to aid communication and supporting them in prayer for the child’s healing from past trauma. We also felt called to pray for specific individuals following guiding shared by two separate people. During this time, we received a strong sense to pray for a particular name we had not yet met. Remarkably, she arrived at dance that very same day for a trial session, affirming God’s clear guidance and hand in our ministry. In addition to benefiting participants’ physical and emotional well-being, our dance programme has sparked numerous faith conversations. Families from the wider community—many of whom have no prior church connections—have found a place of prayer and support within our space. One particularly touching moment occurred when a dance staff member prayed for one parent, only for another to approach them afterward to request prayer as well. Our commitment to social impact extends beyond the dance floor. Profits generated through our programme are reinvested into the church and support bursaries for families experiencing financial hardship. These bursaries ensure that our dance programme remains accessible to all, reflecting our values of generosity and inclusion. Last year, we were able to support around 15 children to take ballet exams, all of whom successfully achieved the highest levels of Distinctions or Merits. Many of these children have been dancing with us for years on bursary places, so thanks to Dance @ St Peter’s, they did not have to bear the high cost of exam fees. We thank God for His continued provision and guidance in this ministry and look forward to seeing how He will use Dance @ St. Peter’s to bless more lives in the coming year. ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 6 ## **MISSION** ## **STREET SUNDAYS** A small-but-faithful group has kept going out onto the streets of Brockley on the last Sunday of each month, led by Martin Beard and Maureen Erny. There have been beautiful reports of people encountering God’s love during those times, through conversation and through prayer. It would be good to look towards what else God could be calling us to in terms of getting outside of the church walls and being more missional and outward-looking. ## **CREATION CLUB** Creation Club, our after-school programme for primary school-aged children, ran until July 2024. Rooted in the theme of Creation, the children explored the wonders of God’s handiwork and discussed their responsibility to care for it. Drawing inspiration from scripture, each session delved into different aspects of God’s magnificent creation, offering a variety of art projects that provided opportunities for the children to express themselves artistically and hone their creative skills. ## **BOXTRUE** BoxTrue continued for a second course in 2024. Alongside welcoming back some existing students, we also welcomed seven new young people to the course in the spring. After receiving funds from the diocese to develop the course and witnessing a season of growth within the youth ministry at St Peter’s, Joel and the team are looking to relaunch the course. This will not only serve as a way to disciple our existing youth but also as a space they can invite their friends to. We are also praying for a new boxing trainer to help us make the most of the opportunities available, particularly for the youth attending St James, Kidbrooke. A BoxTrue taster session was offered at their summer barbecue, and it was well received. It seems that Kidbrooke is the natural place for the course to expand into in 2025. ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 7 ## **LIFE COURSE** The Life Course ran twice in the year, welcoming around 30 participants each— from the curious to committed atheists. We offered time to explore the deeper questions of life and to share the answers we find in Jesus. Among the many remarkable stories that unfolded, one stands out as a testament to the transformative power of Jesus. A man who had felt rejected by his family and the church as a child, decades ago, got to know his neighbour, a member of St. Peter’s. This neighbour prayed for his arthritic knees, and God miraculously healed him, preventing the need for planned surgery and a future in a wheelchair. A few months later, he was invited to the Life Course, came, and discovered that God had not rejected him. He came to believe in Jesus and was baptised. He is now growing as a disciple as part of his local Village. ## **DISCIPLESHIP YEAR** We’re very excited to have launched our first Discipleship Year in September 2024! As the first year of what we plan will be annual discipleship years, our current cohort of around ten interns has had the opportunity over two days a week to grow in being with Jesus, becoming like him, doing the things he did, and helping each other do the same. The interns benefit from a day of practical teaching and experience with a focus on putting the teaching into practice, complemented with time for bible discussion, worship, and ministry, in the power of the Spirit. Interns also have the opportunity to be mentored by church staff to see how church life and ministry are led behind the scenes and develop their leadership skills. In the future, we aim to develop this discipleship year as the foundation for longer-term leadership development investment in future leaders. His journey reflects the Life Course’s mission—to provide a welcoming space where people can explore faith, find belonging, and experience transformation. ## **ONE HEART PRAYER** On the first Monday of each month, several members of the St Peter’s Church family gathered together to pray for the wider church community at our One Heart Prayer evenings. These evenings of prayer always began with a time of worship, and we sought to allow space for the Holy Spirit to lead the way. The meetings varied from month to month, focusing on a particular area of the church vision, a specific need that had arisen in our community, or in the world. During this time together, all were welcome and encouraged to share Bible verses and prophetic words or pictures that the Lord had put on our hearts. We gave glory to God for these times when we could share the passions in our hearts, our hopes, and our praises. We thanked him for the sense of increased faith and togetherness we experienced in His presence. In early summer, we held weekly half-nights of prayer, where we had fifty or more people praying between 9pm and midnight. Throughout the year, we prayed for any needs that were brought to mind or had been requested by any members of the church family. ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 8 ## **VILLAGES** St. Peter’s has increasingly prioritised discipleship in recent years. While we are seeking to ensure that everything we do is aligned with this mission, our primary focus for discipling St. Peter’s people is through Villages. Meeting regularly in our homes in small groups is the best environment for people to be fully known, unconditionally loved, and become who we’re created to be (‘Feels like family’), which creates an environment where we can grow as disciples (‘Every day not an event’), and where we can share the love of Jesus with our neighbours (‘Make Jesus known’ and ‘Ambitiously local’). As we grow more secure in Villages, we aim to grow in being led and empowered by the Spirit and focus on Biblical transformation (‘Empowered by the Spirit’ and ‘Freed by truth’). This year was our second full year of Villages. By the end of 2024, we had 12 Villages across various locations, including Brockley (x2), Brockley West, Crofton Park, Ladywell, Nunhead, Peckham, Deptford (x2), Catford, West Dulwich, and Crystal Palace. The Charlton Village closed as the leader took up a curacy position in a local church, in line with our vision to resource local churches, while we started new Villages in Nunhead and Deptford. Approximately 180 individuals are linked to Villages, with weekly engagement averaging about 100. Village leaders have the flexibility to guide their communities in ways that best promote community, discipleship, and evangelism. Some utilise their own discussion resources, while others draw on material provided by Sunday speakers, encouraging deeper exploration of each Sunday message and a more collective response. Additionally, we organised three ‘Village Sundays’ throughout the year. On these designated Sundays, Villages gathered in homes instead of attending the regular Sunday morning service, focusing on prayer and collaborative efforts to share Jesus’ love with their neighbourhoods. Activities included prayer walks, prophetic ministry, healing on the streets, and other initiatives to engage with our neighbours. One such Village Sunday resulted in a neighbour (who was already interested in faith as he’d received healing on the streets for his arthritis) being invited to the Life Course. He attended the course, gave his life to Jesus, and was baptised just after Christmas. He is a regular member of the Village and only occasionally attends a Sunday service—in line with our ambition that everyone who is part of St. Peter’s will be part of a Village first, and attend Sunday services second. ## **VILLAGES 2024** Brockhead Brockley Central Brockley Daytime Brockley West Catford Crofton Park Crystal Palace Deptford Deptford House Church Ladywell Nunhead Peckham West Dulwich ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 9 ## **COMMUNITY GARDEN** ## **FRIENDSHIP CAFE** We completed a second year with our community garden! Under the leadership of Martin Beard and Maureen Erny, we had community garden days every Thursday and monthly on a Saturday from February through November 2024. We grew an assortment of vegetables, some of which were eaten and enjoyed by those who gardened, and some of which were shared with our social supermarket. People enjoyed gardening very much, and often remarked that getting outside and in the dirt is incredibly therapeutic for them. We thank God that, in its ninth year, the Friendship Café continues to thrive, offering a safe and welcoming space where people can meet, make new friends, and strengthen existing bonds. Donations given for cakes and drinks by those who join us are passed to Growing Hope; this generosity has provided much-needed extra funds towards their work. We continue to welcome new people, but sadly, two faithful and committed members passed away in 2024. Blaire and Matthew Gilmour were incredibly hardworking and creative and helped landscape a beautiful new garden design for the front of the church. It’s still a work in progress, but we have put in paths through the flower garden, woodland garden, and through the living teepee built for children, and are looking forward to seeing all of our spring bulbs coming up in 2025. The Lord continues to bless us in many ways, not least by bringing people to the Friendship Café, where he blesses everyone with fellowship and friendship. We are thankful for all he has done, and continues to do, in providing a welcoming place for those who are lonely and/or isolated to meet. Rob Penman has agreed to be our gardener going forward and we are grateful for the maintenance and work he is going to do in our outside spaces in the year ahead. ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 10 ## **SOCIAL SUPERMARKET** The St. Peter’s Brockley Food Bank & Social Supermarket has continued to provide fresh and ambient groceries for about 100 households every Wednesday. This has been a lifeline for many in our community. The volunteer team, mainly made up of service users and non-church-going community members, operates like a machine, dealing with the huge logistical task and serving our clients with real grace. We also have a dedicated Prayer & Kindness team at each event, chatting, listening, and praying for people, and each week the group participates in a Bible story and prayer time, which is often very powerful. There have been a few people who have begun coming to church as a result, and others asking more about God. This Christmas, we had a record of 140 households who received groceries and a Christmas hamper as well. Going forward, the team is increasingly aware of the need to transition our social supermarket from the lockdown emergency measures in which it was born and into a format that empowers people to take more responsibility for their own lives and addresses some of the root causes of their food insecurity. There will be some major changes in 2025, which include better measures around wraparound care, signposting, and advice in dealing with benefits, housing, and immigration. We hope to grow our spiritual impact throughout the year as well. **----- Start of picture text -----**
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ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 11 ## **CHRISTIANS AGAINST POVERTY (CAP) JOB CLUB** The St. Peter’s CAP Job Club is for individuals navigating the challenges of unemployment and career transitions. Our doors are open to those who have been grappling with prolonged joblessness, facing workplace difficulties, or seeking new career pathways. Aligned with the national CAP scheme and in collaboration with other job clubs, our club offers a comprehensive range of services aimed at empowering individuals on their journey to employment. From assistance with CV writing, and job applications to honing interview skills and providing motivation and goal-setting support, we strive to equip our members with the tools they need to succeed in today’s competitive job market. In 2024, St. Peter’s ran two 7-week job clubs in spring and winter. Over 20 people attended the clubs, ages ranging from 20 to over 50 years. At least 50% of those who attended were able to find employment or voluntary work during or shortly after the end of the courses. Strong positive feedback from course members was received, demonstrating the value given to the personal and group support from job club coaches and other course members. At the heart of our job club is a dedicated team of individuals whose expertise, experience, and unwavering commitment shine through in every interaction. Their warm demeanour and genuine compassion create a nurturing environment where individuals feel supported and encouraged as they navigate their employment journey. Together, we stand as a community of hope and resilience, united in our mission to empower individuals and restore dignity through meaningful employment. ## **UNCONDITIONAL** Unconditional, our domestic abuse support group, continues to provide vital assistance to individuals affected by domestic abuse in the SE4 area. Operating bimonthly during term time, our group offers both practical and psychological support to those navigating the complexities of domestic violence. Led by trained facilitators, Unconditional offers the ‘Own My Life’ programme, a 12-week course designed to empower women who have experienced or are currently enduring abuse to reclaim control over their lives. This transformative course equips participants with the tools and resources needed to break free from the cycle of abuse and move towards healing and empowerment. In 2024, we saw an increased awareness of Unconditional’s existence within the local community, with more individuals seeking support and engaging in our services. Additionally, we expanded our support offerings by establishing a crèche, which has become an integral part of the group. This initiative has enabled more individuals to access our services, removing barriers to participation and ensuring that those in need can receive the support they deserve. Throughout our sessions, we continue to offer prayer to those in attendance, with 95% of participants expressing a desire for prayer at the conclusion of each session. This spiritual support, combined with the encouragement fostered within the group, has been instrumental in helping attendees find strength and resilience in the face of adversity. Friendships have blossomed within the group, providing a source of comfort and solidarity for individuals navigating challenging circumstances. Through mutual support, encouragement, and prayer, participants have found empowerment as they journey towards healing and wholeness. ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 12 ## **CHARITABLE GIVING** Throughout 2024, St Peter’s remained committed to supporting a range of charitable organisations and initiatives, both locally and internationally. These contributions played a vital role in extending compassion, practical aid, and opportunities to those in need. In addition to supporting these organisations, St Peter’s also provided assistance to individuals facing financial hardship. Through the Fellowship Fund, members of the church community received much-needed financial aid during difficult times. Furthermore, St. Peter’s continued its commitment to serving the wider community through the social supermarket / food bank, offering essential provisions to those experiencing food insecurity. These contributions reflect the church’s ongoing mission to serve with generosity, compassion, and faith, ensuring that both local and global communities receive the support they need. ## • **Growing Hope** Supporting children with additional needs and their families through free therapy services. ## • **Spinnaker Trust** Partnering with primary schools to provide Christian education and support. ## • **London City Mission** Serving the marginalised and sharing the Christian message across London. ## • **Power the Fight** Tackling youth violence through community-led initiatives and interventions. ## • **The Spring** Offering support and resources to those affected by homelessness and addiction. ## • **Fountain of Peace** Providing care and education for orphaned and vulnerable children in Uganda. ## • **St. Stephen’s School** Supporting Christian education and enrichment opportunities for students. ## • **Tea Deak (Wave Ministry)** Enabling East European churches to use their resources to benefit their local communities. ## • **Vinjeru School** Enhancing educational opportunities for children in Zambia. ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 13 ## **CONNECTED LIVES** Our partnership with the charity Connected Lives offers courses and activities aimed at enhancing our interpersonal relationships. We successfully conducted four Circle of Security Parenting Courses, providing a platform for small groups of parents to engage in open discussions about their parenting journey within a supportive setting. Rooted in evidence-based research, these courses focused on fostering stronger connections and attachment between caregivers and children. We have also provided courses for married couples and singles, offering everyone an opportunity to share their experiences of flourishing in both life and faith. The response to these initiatives has been overwhelmingly positive, with participants reporting notable improvements in their relationships. 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## **LSSM** St. Peter’s has continued to support the London School of Supernatural Ministry (LSSM) by offering a ‘home’ for LSSM events, and publicising and encouraging participation. LSSM offers transformative discipleship courses to our members, church leaders, and individuals from across the UK, Europe, and the USA. In 2024, LSSM introduced new ‘greenhouse’ events with shorter contact times and greater home learning to encourage participation. This initiative has had a profound impact on participants, empowering them to discover their true identity, activate their spiritual gifts, and cultivate a deeper sense of confidence in their faith journey. As a result, individuals at various stages of their walk with Jesus have reported remarkable transformations, witnessing positive shifts in both their personal lives and the world around them. ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 14 ## **GROWING HOPE** Growing Hope Brockley officially reopened its doors in September 2024 after a vacancy. Through God’s goodness and the unwavering dedication and support of our administrator, hardworking volunteers, a specialist therapist, and trustees, we have offered free counselling, psychotherapy, and occupational therapy services to the Lewisham and Southwark communities. In addition, God has provided the resources and hands for accessible church ministry. This year, we have had four Growing Hope champions serving alongside children and youth ministry to help families feel welcome. This year, St Peter’s Church experienced a new direction in accessible church ministry. We have documented an increase in children with additional needs in our kids’ ministry programme, thus creating a need for more volunteers and teaching that will enable them to access the Bible. Our families feel so blessed, as the accessibility team has provided one-on-one support for children with moderate additional needs. We have accessibility volunteers in each Sunday School session, ensuring that children with additional needs can participate with all other children in worshipping Jesus and accessing teaching. Through our counselling services and accessible church work with children this year, we have encountered God’s grace in various ways. During a parent consultation in the clinic, we witnessed a mother find hope for her child’s increased anxiety challenges and witnessed her obedience to the call to salvation. Growing Hope encountered a major blessing during the Big Give Christmas Campaign at the end of the year. Various donors acknowledged and understood our mission, and thanks to their generous donations, we were able to welcome families back to the clinic. Looking to the year ahead, Growing Hope Brockley Clinic is seeing a steady rise in counselling services, particularly for adolescents and young adults. We aim to expand our counselling services and provide these services for adolescents and young people, not just for our younger population. In addition to this, we would also like to prioritise supporting parents beyond the consultation room by creating and running parent support groups. The clinic provided services to 19 children during the autumn term, and we will reach more children in the coming spring term. ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 15 ## **OPERATIONS** ## **BUILDING** Throughout the year, St Peter’s building remained in good condition, owing to regular maintenance and thorough safety inspections. A number of repairs were carried out to address issues identified in the previous Quinquennial Inspection. These included clearing blocked gutters, installing new ramps at entrances, replacing broken or dislodged roof tiles, and renewing the lead valley to prevent leaks and further damage. Additionally, a secure enclosure was constructed around the font to ensure its stability and protect against potential accidents. While significant progress has been made, several tasks from the Quinquennial Inspection remain in progress, ensuring the ongoing maintenance and safety of the building for all who use it. The installation of security cameras has been a success, with no break-ins reported in 2024. These cameras are regularly maintained and checked to ensure continued effectiveness. Our latest initiative to create additional space for the children attending Kids’ Church is now underway. We’ve removed one of the buses to make room for a marquee at the front of the church, which will accommodate the growing number of children who join us at St Peter’s each Sunday. There are also other space solutions being made to create more space for the youth as it grows. The acoustic walls between the main space, the Cranfield Room, and the Wickham Room were successfully completed in 2024, providing effective soundproofing that allows children to concentrate on their sessions without distractions. Additionally, thorough risk assessments were carried out for every activity and programme held within and around the building. As a result, all necessary safety measures were put in place to effectively mitigate any potential risks. ANNUAL REPORT 2024 16 ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ## **ELECTORAL ROLL AND CHURCH ATTENDANCE** The 2024 Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM) took place in April, in accordance with the guidelines set by the Southwark Diocese. At that time, the Electoral Roll listed 118 members. Throughout the year, St. Peter’s saw an average Sunday attendance of 185 adults and 100 children in the mornings, with an additional 95 adults attending evening services. While online engagement remains difficult to quantify, the church continued to attract a significant number of participants through platforms such as YouTube and Instagram, with ongoing discussions about expanding to other digital channels. Easter saw a strong turnout, with 90 people attending the Good Friday service and 422 adults and 135 children joining the Easter Sunday celebration. The Christmas season also experienced growth, following the previous year’s decision to double the number of services. A total of 447 adults attended the Saturday and Sunday evening Carols, while the Christmas Christingle services welcomed 313 adults and 150 children across two morning services. ## 185 adults 100 children average morning attendance 95 adults average evening attendance 422 adults 135 children Easter Sunday 2024 313 adults 150 children Christingle Services 2024 Additionally, nearly 300 people participated in the Lighting of the Star, a significant increase from the previous year. 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ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 17 ## **VOLUNTEERS** We are incredibly grateful for the invaluable contributions of our dedicated church volunteers. Their commitment, energy, creativity, and humour have been the cornerstone of the church’s success and growth. All our programmes and events—from Sunday services to outreach programmes and supporting community initiatives—rely ultimately on the sacrificial serving of many people in the church, many behind the scenes and never known. As we celebrate our volunteers, we re-emphasise our commitment to supporting them and seeking to ensure every volunteer flourishes and grows, through training, encouragement, guidance, support, and appreciation. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our volunteers for their extraordinary love and service. We are profoundly grateful for them and the difference they make. We simply wouldn’t be St. Peter’s without them. Ben and Hanelle, the church leaders, also extend their heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated members of the St. Peter’s PCC, with some stepping down and others joining over the year. Their commitment and service, often quietly behind the scenes, are deeply appreciated, and we are grateful for the impact you have made on our church and our mission. Finally, the church leaders would like to thank the wider congregation. Despite the challenges posed by the cost of living crisis, the financial giving of the congregation has been a source of practical support and encouragement. The church community has come together with generosity and solidarity, demonstrating a profound commitment to sustaining our church’s vital ministries and operations in line with our vision and values. We are immensely grateful for the sacrificial giving and support of our congregation, which have enabled us to navigate this challenging period with grace and fortitude. ## **WELCOME AND HOSPITALITY** The Welcome and Hospitality Team at St Peter’s plays a vital role in fulfilling the church’s value of “Feels like family.” The team’s commitment and passion are evident every Sunday morning as they warmly greet and engage with all who walk through the doors, and provide refreshments, ensuring that each person feels seen, valued, and part of our community. In 2024, the team has focused on developing their skills to serve in this important ministry. They have participated in dedicated training sessions on hospitality and effective welcoming practices, enhancing their ability to engage with visitors and create a lasting, positive impression. Additionally, they have received basic safeguarding training, ensuring that their ministry remains safe, respectful, and aligned with our church’s safeguarding protocols. Through their ongoing efforts, the Welcome and Hospitality Team continues to be a key part of the church’s mission, helping people connect with one another and with God in a meaningful way each week. ## **ECUMENICAL RELATIONSHIPS** St. Peter’s is proud to be part of the TABLE family of churches, all of which have been grafted or planted out of King’s Cross Church (KXC) over the past few years. Ben and Hanelle, along with other leaders from our church, receive support from Pete and Bee Hughes, leaders of KXC. Throughout the year, our staff team has had the opportunity to meet with other staff teams from around the country, fostering collaboration and shared learning. Maintaining strong relationships with other churches in the deanery remains a priority for us. As part of our grafting and planting strategy, we lead and resource St. James Kidbrooke and continue to provide relational and practical support for other churches and church leaders known to us. 18 ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 ## **DEANERY SYNOD** St. Peter’s maintains active engagement with the Deptford Deanery through its two representatives on the Deanery Synod, one of whom serves as the Lay Chair, while the other fulfils the role of Deanery Secretary. Throughout 2024, the Deptford Deanery remained steadfast in its focus on Prayer, Collaboration, and Mission. The overarching aim of the Deanery’s endeavours is to cultivate an ethos encapsulated by the mantra “rooted in my parish and connected to my deanery,” empowering every church member to recognise their role in parish life, within the Deptford Deanery Churches, and the broader church community. Reverend Anne Bennett has continued as the Area Dean, with the new appointment of Father Grant, All Saints Church, as Deputy Area Dean, and our own Colin Plant as Lay Chair. The Deanery Leadership Team convened regularly to deliberate on Diocesan initiatives impacting the Deanery and to organise forums addressing pertinent issues. In the March Deanery Forum, a presentation from Christian Aid outlined the organisation’s work. In May, the Deanery Ascension Day service took place at the Ascension Church, marking the onset of the national Thy Kingdom Come 10 days of prayer. In June, a Deanery Forum on safeguarding attracted a good representation from our Deanery churches. The topic was introduced by Margret Plant from St. Peter’s, with knowledgeable and helpful contributions from all our Deanery churches, examining the issues surrounding safeguarding and the implications for churches. ## **SAFEGUARDING** At the end of 2023, Margret Plant (Parish Safeguarding Officer) and Anne Whyte (Deputy PSO) conducted a safeguarding self-audit of the church, which resulted in the formation of a safeguarding working group. Accordingly, 2024 has centred around implementing recommended actions related to safeguarding. These have included better safeguarding signage around the church, improved organisation of our records and staff and volunteer training certificates, additional safeguarding resources on our website, and some safeguarding training with the kids’ team. Anne also underwent further training with the diocese, which led to the development of another safeguarding plan. We were invited to share our safeguarding journey with the area deanery and, after a visit from the Archdeacon, to write a short article on what we have been doing to prioritise safeguarding at St. Peter’s. Incidents and concerns that have arisen this year in our church and through Love Brockley community initiatives have been dealt with in collaboration with the Diocesan Safeguarding Team and, where necessary, Lewisham Social Services. Later in October, a Deanery Synod meeting featured discussions on Mission Action Planning, and a MAP is being constructed for the Deanery. ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 19 ## **FINANCIAL REVIEW/EXPENDITURE** Total receipts were £776,182 (£660,734 2023) The total receipts consisted of: Voluntary giving of £541,438 (£449,242 2023) Gift Aid recovered of £115,982 (£86,468 2023) Grants of £87,261 (£81,017 2023) Other Income of £31,501 (£44,006 2023) Voluntary giving increased by 15% with the number of givers increasing from 187 in January 2024 to 209 in December 2024. Expenditure for the year has increased on previous years due to the growth in activity and needs of the local community. Total expenditure for 2024 was £727,853, including our Parish Support Fund contribution of £64,725. The total net assets at 31 December 2024 was £78,174 of which £6,887 was restricted and £59,725 was cash balance at the bank ## **RESERVES POLICY** ## **TOTAL INCOME 2024: £776,182** **----- Start of picture text -----**
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It is the PCC policy to try to maintain a sufficient balance in our Bank Current Account to pay for our recurring and other normal expenditures for at least three months. When necessary, additional funds are transferred from the CCLA Deposit Fund to the current account to pay for one-off larger bills. It is our policy to invest some of our fund balances with the interest-yielding CCLA Church of England Deposit Fund. The CCLA balance as of 31 December 2024 was £32,306 and formed part of the Net Assets. ANNUAL REPORT 2024 20 ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ## **GOVERNANCE AND MAINTENENCE** The Parochial Church Council (PCC) is a corporate body established by the Church of England, operating under the Parochial Church Council Powers Measure (1956 as amended) and the Church Representation Rules (2022). In 2018, the PCC became a charity registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales (registered number 1180277). Membership of the PCC consists of the Incumbent, Churchwardens, Deanery Synod representatives, and elected members of the congregation who are on the electoral roll. governance is the main focus of the PCC, PCC members are also statutory trustees, and management is undertaken by employed staff and lead volunteers. The purpose of the PCC is to provide robust and effective governance to the church, ensuring St Peter’s complies with its statutory and legal obligations, while holding the leaders of the church to account for progress against the vision and values of the church. Churches in the Church of England are episcopally led and synodically governed. At St Peter’s, leadership is provided by the leadership team, The PCC met bi-monthly, with high attendance by members. ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 21 ## **PCC MEMBERS 2024** ## **January to April 2024** ## **April to December 2024** **Church Leaders:** Revd. Benjamin Jones - **Chair** Mrs Hanelle Jones **Church Leaders:** Revd. Benjamin Jones - **Chair** Mrs Hanelle Jones **Vice Chair:** Mr Colin Plant **Vice Chair:** Mr Colin Plant **Curates:** Revd. Joel Soares Revd. Chris Gaul **Curates:** Revd. Joel Soares Revd. Dom Toms **Wardens:** Ms Sarah Pellew Mr Joel Power **Wardens:** Mrs Nita Rogers Mr Joel Power **Representatives on** Mr Colin Plant **the Deanery Synod:** Mrs Lynne Wilkinson **Representatives on** Mr Colin Plant **the Deanery Synod:** Mrs Lynne Wilkinson ## **Elected members:** Elected members: Ms Sarah-Salome Ajayi Mr Phil Allen Mr Christopher Harvey **Treasurer** Mr Andy Parnham Mrs Nita Rogers Mr Christopher Stormont Mr Martin Beard **Treasurer** Ms Francesca Bignoux Mr Seyi Olusile Ms Phillippa Quinn Ms Stephanie Uraih Mr Christopher Stormont **Co-opted members** Mr Andy Coombe **PCC secretary** ## **Co-opted members** Mr Andy Coombe **PCC secretary** ## **ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION** St Peter's Church is situated on Wickham Road, Brockley, London SE4. It is part of the Diocese of Southwark within the Church of England. The correspondence address is St Peter's Brockley, Wickham Road, Brockley, London SE4 1LT. Approved by the PCC on 24th March 2025 and signed on their behalf by Revd. Benjamin Jones (Chair of PCC) and Martin Beard (Treasurer) ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ANNUAL REPORT 2024 22 ## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS REPORT** I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of St Peter's Brockley, for the year ended 31 December 2024, which are set out on pages 24 to 31. ## **RESPONSIBILITIES AND BASIS OF REPORT** As the trustees of the Charity you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011. I report in respect of my examination of the Trustees’ accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act. ## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S STATEMENT** Since the charity's gross income exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a body listed in section 145 of the 2011 Act. I confirm that I am qualified to undertake the examination because I am a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, which is one of the listed bodies. C J Goodhead FCA Knight Goodhead Limited Chartered Accountants I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect: 1) accounting records were not kept in respect of the Charity as required by section 130 of the Act; or 2) the accounts do not accord with those records; or 3) 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 no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. 7 Bournemouth Road Chandler's Ford, Eastleigh Hampshire SO53 3DA ANNUAL REPORT 2024 23 ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ## **STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY FOR THE YEAR END DECEMBER 2024** ||Note|**Unrestricted**
**Funds**|**Restricted**
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**FUNDS**|**Unrestricted**
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**FUNDS**| |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| |||2024|||2023||| |||£|£|£|£|£|£| |**INCOME FROM:**|||||||| |Voluntary Income||657,572|87,110|744,681|510,905|105,823|616,728| |Church Activities||23,455|-|23,455|41,313|-|41,313| |Church Rental
Income||5,670|-|5,670|510|-|510| |Other Income||2,376|-|2,376|639|1,545|2,183| |**TOTAL INCOME**|2|**689,072**|**87,110**|**776,182**|**553,366**|**107,368**|**660,734**| ||||||||| |**EXPENDITURE ON:**|||||||| |Charitable Activites||621,337|103,422|724,759|576,126|141,850|717,976| |Governance Costs||3,094|-|3,094|2,195|-|2,195| |**TOTAL**
**EXPENDITURE**|2|**624,430**|**103,422**|**727,853**|**578,321**|**141,850**|**720,171**| ||||||||| |**NET INCOME/**
**(EXPENDITURE)**
**BEFORE**
**TRANSFER OF**
**FUNDS**||64,642|(16,313)|48,329|(24,955)|(34,482)|(59,437)| |Gross transfer in
funds||1,742|(1,742)|-|(10,800)|10,800|-| ||||||||| |**NET MOVEMENT IN**
**FUNDS**||**66,384**|**(18,055)**|**48,329**|**(35,755) **|**(23,682)**|**(59,437)**| ||||||||| |Balances brought
forward at 1 January
2024||4,852|24,942|29,794|40,607|48,624|89,231| ||||||||| |**BALANCES CARRIED**
**FORWARD AT 31**
**DECEMBER 2024**||**71,236**|**6,888 **|**78,124**|**4,852**|**24,942**|**29,794**| ANNUAL REPORT 2024 24 ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ## **BALANCE SHEET FOR THE YEAR END DECEMBER 2024** |||2024|2023| |---|---|---|---| ||Note|£|£| |FIXED ASSETS|||| |General Fixed Assets||6,167|1,223| |Kids Bus||0|4,983| |Office Equipment||1,253|2,287| |PA/AV Equipment||16,184|990| ||5|**23,604**|**9,483**| |CURRENT ASSETS|||| |Main Church Account||27,134|24,087| |CCLA Deposit Account||32,306|0| |Expense Card Accounts||153|7| |Premium account||132|9,454| |Loan|6|2,995|0| |Prepayments|6|2,308|6,058| |Giving owed to St Peters|6|14,215|6,299| |Accounts Receviable|6|384|216| |||**79,626**|**46,120**| |LIABILITIES|||| |Account Payable||19,502|18,216| |Accruals||3,760|3,560| |Deposits for Room Hire||140|1,080| |Deffered Income||0|1,794| |Payroll Payable||1,705|1,160| |Liabilities due within
one year|7|**(25,107)**|**(25,809)**| ||||| |NET CURRENT ASSETS||54,519|20,311| ||||| |NET ASSETS||**78,124**|**29,794**| ||||| |RESERVES|||| |Excess/ (deficit) to date||48,329|(59,437)| |Starting Balances||29,794|89,231| |||**78,124**|**29,794**| |FUNDS|11||| |Unrestricted||71,236|4,852| |Restricted||6,887|24,942| |||**78,124**|**29,794**| ANNUAL REPORT 2024 25 ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ## **CASH FLOW STATEMENT** ## **FOR THE YEAR END DECEMBER 2024** |||2024|2023| |---|---|---|---| ||Notes|£|£| ||||| |**NET CASH FLOW PROVIDED BY**
**OPERATING ACTIVITIES**|1|46,671|(34,961)| ||||| |**CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES**|||| |Interest received||2,563|634| |Purchase of fixed assets||(23,058)|(1,911)| ||||| |**NET CASH FLOW**||26,177|(36,238)| ||||| |||2024|2023| |||£|£| ||||| |Cash at the end of the year|2|59,725|33,548| |Cash at start of the year||33,548|69,786| |**(Decrease)/increase in cash in the year**||26,177|(36,238)| ## **NOTES TO THE CASHFLOW STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024** |**RECONCILIATION OF NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS TO NET CASH**
**FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES**|**RECONCILIATION OF NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS TO NET CASH**
**FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES**|2024|2024|2023| |---|---|---|---|---| |||£||£| |||||| |Net movement in funds for the year||48,329||(59,437)| |Dividends and interest received||(2,563)||(634)| |Depreciation||4,929||
7,299| |Loss on disposal of fixed assets||4,008||513| |(Increase)/Decrease in debtors||(7,329)||20,584| |Increase/(decrease) in creditors||(702)||(3,286)| |||||| |**Net cash flow from operating activities**||46,671||(34,961)| |**ANALYSIS OF CASH AND**
**CASH EQUIVALENTS**
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**CASH EQUIVALENTS**|2024||2023|| ||£||£|| |**Cash at bank and in hand**|59,725||33,548|| |||||| ||59,725||33,548|| ANNUAL REPORT 2024 26 ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ## **NOTES 1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES FOR THE YEAR END DECEMBER 2024 BASIS OF PREPARATION** The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Church Accounting Regulations 2006 and Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2015) - (Charities SORP (FRS 102)), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Charities Act 2015. The PCC meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy note(s). ## **RECONCILIATION WITH PREVIOUS GENERALLY ACCEPTED ACCOUNTING PRACTICE.** In preparing the accounts, the PCC has considered whether in applying the accounting policies required by FRS 102 and the Charities SORP (FRS 102) the restatement of comparative items was required. No restatements have been considered necessary. ## **FUNDS** General funds represent the funds of the PCC that are not subject to any restrictions regarding their use and are available for application on the general purposes of the PCC. Restricted funds are those donated for specific purposes. ## **INCOME** ## _Voluntary income and capital sources_ Donations and other income are recognised when received and an estimate of income tax recoverable is recognised when the related donations are recognised. Grants and legacies to the PCC are accounted for as soon as the PCC is notified of its legal entitlement, the amount due is quantifiable and its ultimate receipt by the PCC is probable. Sales of books and magazines from the church bookstall are accounted for gross. ## _Other income_ Rental income from the letting of church premises is recognised when the rental is due. _Gifts in Kind_ Gifts in kind are accounted for at a reasonable estimate of their value to the charity or the amount actually realised. Income from investments Dividends are accounted for when due and payable. Interest entitlements are accounted for as they accrue. Tax recoverable on such income is recognised in the same accounting year. Gains and losses on investments Realised gains or losses are recognised when investments are sold. Unrealised gains or losses are accounted for on revaluation of investments at 31 December. Grants Grants and donations are accounted for when paid over, or when awarded. ## **FOR THE YEAR END DECEMBER 2024** ## **EXPENDITURE** ## _Church activities_ The diocesan Common Fund is accounted for when paid. Any Common Fund unpaid at 31 December is provided for in these accounts as an operational (though not a legal) liability and is shown as a creditor in the Balance Sheet. Expenditure incurred in the operation of the church is classed as charitable activities. ## **FIXED ASSETS** ## _Fixed assets used by the PCC_ In the absence of an actual cost, the insurance valuation has been used as the deemed cost for operational assets, with no depreciation charge being made during the year due to the long life of the asset and regular maintenance. ## **OTHER FIXTURES, FITTINGS AND OFFICE REQUIREMENTS** Only items of greater than £500 are capitalised. Church worship equipment comprises a number of electrical and other items connected with sound, vision and worship. They will be depreciated over three years from date of first use. Computer and office equipment and furnishings are depreciated over three years from date of first use. ## **CONSECRATED PROPERTY AND MOVEABLE CHURCH FURNISHINGS** _Consecrated and beneficed property of any kind is excluded from the accounts by s.10 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 accounted as inalienable property unless consecrated. They are listed in the church's Inventory which can be inspected (at any reasonable time). For inalienable property acquired prior to 2003 there is insufficient cost information available and therefore such assets are not valued in the accounts. No such Items have been acquired since 1 January 2003. All expenditure incurred in the year on consecrated or beneficed buildings or on the repair of movable church furnishings acquired before 1 January 2003 is written off. ## **CURRENT ASSETS** Amounts owing to the PCC at 31 December in respect of fees, rents or other income are shown as debtors less provision for amounts that may prove uncollectable. ANNUAL REPORT 2024 27 ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ## **FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR END DECEMBER 2024** ||**2024**|**2024**|**2024**|**2023**|**2023**|**2023**| |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| |**INCOME**|**Unrestricted**|**Restricted**|**Total**|**Unrestricted**|**Restricted**|**Total**| |Donation|£|£|£|£|£|£| |Total Donation|657,572|87,110|744,681|510,905|105,823|616,728| |||||||| |Church Activities||||||| |Total Church Activities|23,455|-|23,455|41,313|-|41,313| |||||||| |Rental||||||| |Total Rental|5,670|-|5,670|510|-|510| |||||||| |Other Income||||||| |Total Other Income|2,376|-|2,376|639|1,545|2,183| |||||||| |**Total Income**|**689,072**|**87,110**|**776,182**|**553,366**|**107,368**|**660,734**| |||||||| |**EXPENSES**||||||| |Worship||||||| |Total Worship|32,535|1,991|34,526|23,474|2,981|26,454| |||||||| |Community||||||| |Total Community|43,502|4,044|47,546|77,551|17,458|95,009| |||||||| |Mission||||||| |Total Mission|25,775|27,270|53,044|43,438|33,226|76,664| |||||||| |Operations||||||| |Total Operations|125,448|10,421|135,869|84,518|12,347|96,866| |||||||| |Staff||||||| |Total Staff|300,976|27,230|328,207|266,876|43,434|310,310| |||||||| |Human Resources||||||| |Total Staff|28,375|32,467|60,842|38,270|32,403|70,673| |||||||| |Parish Share|64,725|-|64,725|42,000|-|42,000| |Total Parish Share|64,725|-|64,725|42,000|-|42,000| |||||||| |Governance||||||| |Total Governance|3,094|-|3,094|2,195|-|2,195| |||||||| |Total Operating
Expenses|**624,430**|**103,422**|**727,853**|**578,320**|**141,850**|**720,172**| ANNUAL REPORT 2024 28 ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ## **NOTES 3-11 FOR THE YEAR END DECEMBER 2024** |**3. STAFF COSTS**|2024|2023| |---|---|---| ||£|£| |Wages and salaries (incl PAYE)|279,251|264,820| |Social security costs|16,508|14,276| |Pension Costs|6,383|4,988| |Freelance Staff costs|26,065|26,225| ||328,207|310,310| |||| ||2024|2023| |Total amount of staff employed|14|16| |No staff member was paid over £60,000 in
2024||| |**4. Mission Grants**|Grant Amount|Purpose| |Congregation in Need|3,824|Fellowship Fund| |Growing Hope|9,996|| |Spinnaker Trust|1,200|| |London City Mission|1,100|| |Power the Fight|700|| |Fountain of Peace|700|| |Other|370|| |St Stephens School|900|| |Tea Deck|912|| |The Spring|3,648|| |Vinjeru School|1,300|| |Total|24,650|| |**General Fixed Assets**|**Kids Bus**|**Office**
**Equipment**|**PA/AV**
**Equipment**|**Total**|| |---|---|---|---|---|---| |£|£|£|£|£|| |8,192|6,500|6,185|28,385|49,262|| |5,922|0|0|17,136|23,058|| |0|(6,500)|(1,078)|(1,088)|(8,666)|| |14,114|0|5,107|44,433|63,654|| ||||||| |6,969|1,517|3,898|27,395|39,779|| |978|975|1,034|1,942|4,929|| ||(2,492)|(1,078)|(1,089)|(4,658)|| |7,947|0|3,854|28,249|40,050|| ||||||| |1,223|4,983|2,287|990|9,483|| |6,167|0|1,253|16,184|23,604|| ANNUAL REPORT 2024 29 ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ## **NOTES 3-11 CONTINUED FOR THE YEAR END DECEMBER 2024** |**6. Debtors**|2024|2023| |---|---|---| |Prepayments and accrued income|2,308|6,058| |Short term loan|2,995|0| |Giving owed to St Peters|14,215|6,299| |Accounts Receivable|384|216| |Total|19,901|12,572| |7. Creditors (amounts falling due less
than one year)|2024|2023| |---|---|---| |Accounts Payable|19,502|18,216| |Accruals|3,760|3,560| |Deposit for room hire|140|1,080| |Deferred Income|0|1,794| |Payroll Payable|1,705|1,160| |Total Current Liabilities|25,107|25,809| ## **8. Contingent Liabilities** There were no contingent liabilities at the end of 31st December 2024. (2023: None) |**9. Related Party**
**Transactions**|Name|Relationship|2024|2023|Duties| |---|---|---|---|---|---| ||Hanelle
Jones|Wife of Incumbent|24,879|24,053|Community
Engagement| ||Margret Plant|Wife of PCC
Member|1,455|8,404|Supplier| ANNUAL REPORT 2024 30 ST PETER’S BROCKLEY ## **NOTES 3-11 CONTINUED FOR THE YEAR END DECEMBER 2024** |**10. Restricted**
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general funds||Closing
Balance| ||||£|£||£|£||£| |CRT|New Worshiping
Community||(2,692)|35,557||(32,467)|0||398| |Diocese of
Southwark|Kids Work||0|884||0|0||884| |Lottery Grant|Screen||1,490|0||(1,490)|0||0| |Various Donors|Building Fund||20,701|0||(8,398)|(12,303)||0| |Various Donors|Foodbank||(0)|44,641||(52,383)|7,743||0| |Various Donors|Fellowship Fund||0|1,382||(3,824)|2,442||0| |Various Donors|Love Brockley||(0)|1,959||(1,517)|0||442| |Diocese of
Southwark|Youth Boxing||1,726|0||(594)|0||1,132| |Various Donors|Growing Hope||0|2,312||(2,688)|376||0| |Various Donors|Unconditional||3,717|375||(60)|0||4,032| |Total Restricted funds|||24,942|87,109||(103,421)|(1,742)||6,888| ||||||||||| |**11. ANALYSIS OF NET**
**ASSETS BY FUND**||Unrestricted Funds|||Restricted Funds|||TOTAL FUNDS|| |Cash & deposit balances||52,837|||6,888|||59,725|| |Fixed Assets||23,604|||0|||23,604|| |Other Assets||19,901|||0|||19,901|| |Total Assets||96,343|||6,888|||103,231|| |Current Liabilities||(25,107)|||0|||(25,107)|| |||71,236|||6,888|||78,124|| ANNUAL REPORT 2024 31 ST PETER’S BROCKLEY