Scarisbrick New Road Baptist Church JL Annual Report 2025
Table of Contents LegalAnd Administrative Information................................................................................ Charity Trustees................................................................................................................. Vvho WeAre....................................................................................................................... Secretary's Report............................................................................................................. Minister's Report................................................................................................................ Safeguarding...................................................................................................................... Our Building.....................................................................................................................10 Gardens & Landscaping.................................................................................................. 11 Compass Groups.............................................................................................................12 Places OfWelcome.........................................................................................................12 Ladies Lunches................................................................................................................ Sparklers..........................................................................................................................14 Ignite................................................................................................................................ Radiate.............................................................................................................................16 Digital Mission & Ministry.................................................................................................16 Mission.............................................................................................................................17
Legal And Administrative Information Name Of Charity: Address: Scarisbrick New Road Baptist Church Scarisbrick New Road Southport PR8 6PU Phone Number: 01704 501673 Website: www.southportbaptist.org.uk info@southportbaptist.org.uk 1190214 Email Address: Registered Charity Number: Banking Services: Natwest 130 London Street Southport PR9 OAE Independent Examiner: Lifestyles Accountancy Limited 39 Kirklees Road Southport PR9 4RB Property Trustees: The Baptist Union Corporation Baptist House PO Box 44 129 Broadway Didcot Oxfordshire OX118RT Governing Document: Constitution adopted 13° February 2020
Charity Trustees Trustees are appointed by the church to serve the church in a leadership capacity to ensure good governance and stewardship of the charity's resources. The charity trustees are comprised of,. the ministerls (where in place), elders (where in place), deacons, the secretary and the treasurer. Where there is no named secretary or treasurer, all of the trustees bear the responsibility for sharing these roles. Name Role Status Rev. Daniel Parkes Ministerlchair Active (Appointed September 2017) Active (Appointed February 2020} Active (Appointed May 2022} Active (Appointed November 2022) Mrs. Kathryn Johnson Mrs. Barbara Cross Secretary Deacon Mr. Mark Hibell Deacon Our Current Trustees Rev. Daniel Parkes Minister Mrs. Kathryn Johnson Secretary Mrs. Barbara Cross Mission Mr. Mark Hibell Safeguarding
Who We Are Scarisbrick New Road Baptist Church (hereafter referred to as the church) is made up of people from all walks of life who choose to share our lives together as one big family, joined together through our faith in Jesus Christ. As a church, and registered charity, our purpose is to advance the Christian faith according to the principles of the Baptist tradition. To help us achieve this we are associated with Baptists Together, at a national level, along with the North West Baptist Association, at a regional level. Across Southport and the wider Merseyside area we also work alongside other churches of different denominations, as well as other Christian charities, to further support and enhance our aims and objectives. Our church community meets regularly for worship as well as to support one another and our wider community through a range of activities and initiatives. We raise funds primarily through donations made by our church community, and occasionally through grant applications from organisations sympathetic to our aims, in order to financially support the work we undertake. As a member of the Baptist Union the church subscribes to the Baptist Union's Declaration of Principle.. That our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, God manifest in the flesh, is the sole and absolute authority in all matters pertaining to faith and practice, as revealed in the Holy Scriptures, and that each church has libety, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, to interpret and administer His laws. That Christian Baptism is the immersion in water into the name of the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit, of those who have professed repentance towards God and faith in our Lord Jesus Christ who 'died for our sins according to the Scriptures., was buried, and rose again on the third day,. That it is the duty of every disciple to bear personal witness to the gospel of Jesus Christ, and to take part in the evangelisation of the world. BAPTISTS TOGETHER North Western Baptist Association 1 Baptists Together website. www.ba list.or 2 North West BaptistAssociation website". NVWW.nwba.or
Secretary's Report Kathryn Johnson This year we have been continuing to look into the question of what we do together as a fellowship and whether we continue to worship together. This took place during Dan's 3 month sabbatical. We all completed a questionnaire and had a church meeting, chaired by our regional minister Phil Jump, where we had a productive discussion about how to move fonNards. This, in part, was also informed by the building issues we are faced with. A Special Church Meeting was held after Dan's return where we confirmed that we wished to stay together as a fellowship. We also agreed to look into the options of retaining our present location and addressing the issues with the building, either through repair or re- development. Throughout Dan's sabbatical we were supported by several people covering Sunday services where we looked through the 10 Commandments. The Diaconate have met regularly throughout the year and the Church has gathered together to have our regular Church Meetings. These usually include a lunch where we can all get together socially before discussing the business that needs covering. There have been other opportunities for eating together throughout the year too, including Easter Breakfast and Harvest Lunch as well as the Ladies continuing to meet regularly for Lunches out. Mission Impossible, just before Easter, and the Macmillan Coffee Morning in September, have also continued this year. The Place Of Welcome on Friday mornings continues to be a great time of fellowship and conversation for those people that come along to it. Our small group network of Compass Groups on Wednesday evenings and Thursday mornings also continue to run for people to expand their knowledge through study of the Bible. Sparklers, Ignite and Radiate have continued throughout the year, supporting the younger members of our church family. raik,I FAITH Parent Toddler
Minister's Report Daniel Parkes For me personally 2025 was something of a milestone year. Although my 7. anniversary of being the minister of the church was in September 2024, it wasn't until the summer of 2025 that I felt able to take a sabbatical. l am extremely grateful for the church and the leadership team for allowing me this time off. Needless to say, this three month period was a prominent feature in my year. Sailing was of course high on my agenda, getting to know others in the club and getting involved in supporting various initiatives, including helping with school visits. l also managed to get away for a couple of days up to the Lake District to attempt some hill walking in the Coniston Fells. My legs certainly knew they had had a good work out afterwardsl Back at home I was also able to catch up on my DVD collection. re$t | rt'fre$h I r¢f(b&u$ But it wasn't all fun and games, there was a serious side too. The sabbatical provided the perfect opportunity to visit other churches and reflect on the various aspects of ministry. I am grateful to Christ Church and their youth team for allowing me to visit their Friday night youth group to share in conversations and for me to learn from their experience. Similarly, on Sundays I was able to attend a number of different churches, both in Southport and further afield, often accompanied by one or both of my daughters. This enabled me to receive as well as to observe the ministries they offered and to reflect on my own. All in all there were some valuable conversations and thoughts that left me encouraged about life at Scarisbrick New Road.
One of the surprises of the year was being invited to serve as a Governor at St Philips Church Of England Primary School. This is alongside being involved in leading collective worship assemblies once every half- term. Along with our continued support and involvement with the Southport and Area Schools Workers Trust (SAswf} it is good that we are able to build ecumenical links in this way. I continue to serve as the chair of trustees for the Schools Workers Trust and it is really encouraging to see the positive impact the work has across Soulhport and the wider area. There are so many connections being made with young people, both in church and youth group settings which is fantastic. A B-A-K-K U SEEING CLE4RLIV However, one of the highlights of the year was celebrating the baptism of Carole on Palm Sunday. It is always encouraging when followers of Jesus want to express their faith publicly in this way, especially as baptism is a significant part of who we are as church. Not only was she baptised but also welcomed into membership, making for a double lebratIon. As in previous years I have tried to make our preaching and teaching focus as varied as possible, learning from both the Old and New Testaments, as well as exploring Biblical books and themes. This year we explored the prophets of Joel, Habakkuk and Jonah, as well as reflecting on the seven churches of Revelation and the significance of mountains in the Biblical story. During my sabbatical a number of others were involved in leading the church though Just10, a series centred on the Ten Commandments, plus a few one-offs, including our regional minister Phil giving us an update about the work of the association. CALL-_ Overall the year has been encouraging as God has revealed more of himself to us along with his plans and purposes for our lives, both individually and together.
Safeguarding Kim Parkes The safeguarding of children, young people and vulnerable adults remains a priority. Those who work with people in these groups have all been checked through the Disclosure and Barring Setvice (DBS) and hold an up-to-date certificate. They also undertake the appropriate training (levels 2 and 3) delivered by NWBA safeguarding trainers. Level 1 Safeguarding training was given through a video to the church at the AGM in February 2025. There have been no reported safeguarding incidents during 2025. Alongside our minister, the safeguarding team comprises of= Designated Person For Safeguarding: Deputy Designated Person For Safeguarding: Safeguarding Trustee: Mrs. Kim Parkes Mrs. Maureen Dow Mr. Mark Hibell Mrs. Kim Parkes Mrs. Maureen Dow Mr. Mark Hibell
Our Building Our building continues to be a blessing and a bane. As a blessing it provides space for all of our own activities and for our community. We have hosted the Learning Rooms for their football sessions, Mini First Aid for new parents and grandparents, the Hoghton Players choir as well as numerous birthday parties. We also welcomed Linaker Primary School for their reception and year one Christmas nativity, and St Philip's CofE Primary School for a learning opportunity. Learning•s- Rooms St Philip's CE PRIMARY SCHOOL Mlbll FIRSI AID ary SC However, the building is not without it's issues and we are painfully aware of many shortcomings that need to be addressed. At our church meeting in September it was encouraging that there was a desire to move forward in a positive way and look at ways in which to re-develop our site and explore all of the options that may be open to us. The leadership team have started this process in earnest but we recognise that it is going to take a significant amount of time, resources and of course prayer as we undertake this daunting journey. 10
Gardens & Landscaping Robert Shallcross The church gardens have benefitted this year from previous year's weeding and therefore have been more manageable. The main bed facing the roundabout enjoyed a more or less continual display of flowers from early spring bulbs through summer perennials to autumnal asters. The Commemorative Garden likewise was able to give colour to each season from the early display of daffodils "Minnow" planted the previous autumn by the children of Ignite to the addition of Camellia "Yuletide" which flowered throughout Advent as if to welcome the birth of Jesus. The other borders have also been maintained and a special thanks to Carole Carr who renewed the border at the far end of the site having cleared it of weeds and planted it up. The area around the church has few open spaces and so our gardens help lift the spirit of passers by and point to our faithful Creator's handiwork. 11
Compass Groups Daniel Parkes Compass Groups are our network of small groups (also often known as house groups, connect groups, life groups, cell groups or some other similar label). I've called them Compass Groups because they help us to "navigate life together" supporting one another through Bible study, pastoral care, fellowship and prayer. Each time we meet usually starts with time to catch up on each other's news while sharing refreshments. We'll then move into a time of Bible study, helping each other reflect and learn from the topic of the day. It is wonderful to see how God, through His Spirit, leads our conversations with each person bringing something valuable to the conversation. We have two groups, one on a Thursday morning, meeting in the church lounge, and one on a Wednesday evening, meeting at the Manse. On Thursdays we tend to follow the Sunday teaching, diving deeper into it, while on Wednesdays we look at a range of topics. Compass Groups are a key part of our life together, so why not get connected and join us. Places Of Welcome Daniel Parkes Our Place Of Welcome continues to provide a safe and welcoming space for people to drop-in for refreshments and a chat. It is open on most Friday mornings between 10.'OOam and 12.'OOpm, offering a great opportunity to get to know each other, offering friendship, support and help to one another. In September we again hosted a coffee morning for Macmillan Canr Support, raising £211 for this worthy cause. Thank you to everyone who supports this area of ministry, helping to make our church even more friendly and welcoming. 12
Ladies Lunches Ann Obayuwana This is our second year of ladies lunches where we visit various pubs and restaurants to enjoy a meal together. Of those that we have been to during the year, the one that stood out was the Cheshire Lines. At Christmas we made a welcome return to The Mount Pleasant. But wherever we visited, the food was delicious and company was wonderful. We have beeen g and 11 ladies attending and we meet roughly every six weeks, often during the school holidays to enable as many ladies to attend as possible. It is an excellent way of getting to know each other and to learn how we can best support each other. One one occasion we had the pleasure of celebrating Mary's birthday. We're looking fOard to 2026 as we have all agreed to continue visiting more pubs with food. Do look out for the dates and sign-up sheets. 13
Sparklers Kathryn Johnson & Maureen Dow We've had another fun packed year at Sparklers this year. Numbers are averaging between 15-20 and we lose some of our children in the New Year and September, due to Nursery intakes but new people come along and join us. We have a wide range of children's ages from Newborn to 4 years, who bring along their carers, who could be parents, grandparents or childminders. There are a wide variety of toys out each week for all children to play with, and carpets with toys on for those less mobile. Tables with a selection of various small world or imaginative play, toys including wooden bricks & Duplolmega Blocks for building and creating or animals to play with in a farm or zoo setting, pirates or kings and dragons in a castle. Lots of books in a couple of areas. There is a separate area for babies and younger children away from areas safety mat area where the slides and see-saws are. There is a good variety of toys that get rotated round each week so the children don't get bored playing with the same ones all the time or they have a tendency to get broken with their constant use. Also sometimes the children can expand their creativity with play dough or colouring. Snack time is also a popular point in the morningl The children love coming to the table with their bowls to pick and choose between sweet and savoury snacks for Ihem to enjoy with a cup of juice or water. We end each morning with a singing time which some children enjoy joining in with, other children join in with putting toys away with some of the parents who help with that before they go home. Sleeping Bunnies is a great favourite at the moment. We had a few lovely mornings through the year where it was warm enough to open up our courtyard garden with various aspects of water play activities which they all enjoyed doing something different outside. Then at Christmas-time we finished our year with our paty which included a Nativity story with sing-a-long, a visit from Father Christmas who gave out presents to all, many thanks to Robert Shallcross who has been our Father Christmas for a few years now. We finished the morning with an early lunch buffet. A special thanks goes to Robert & Susan Shallcross and Robert & Carole Carr who spent weeks taking over the refreshment duties in the kitchen this last year whilst Maureen who usually does this took some time off. Also them with Dan & Kim who took over to cover a period of bereavement so we didn't have to close. 14
gnite Susan & Robert Shallcross Ignite, our ministry amongst children, entered its second year, continuing to meet during morning worship on the second and fourth Sundays of each month. We have an average attendance of four children ranging in age from I0 to nine years old. The programme for the year started with Luke's account of Jesus Christ's life and ministry, and after the summer break looking at the lives of youngsters in the Old Testament who were obedient to the call of God. This included.. Jesus in the synagogue (Luke 4) Jesus heals a lame man (Luke 5) Jesus heals ten men (Luke 17) The parable of the lost coin (Luke 15) Zacchaeus meets Jesus (Luke 79) The events of Palm Sunday (Luke 19) Easter and breakfast by the Lake (John 21) The Day of Pentecost (Acts 2) Moses and Miriam (Exodus 2) Samuel and Eli (1 Samuel 3) Gideon (Judges 7) Advent and Christmas Party to end the year We introduced each session with the song "Jumping in the House of God" which warmed us up but exhausted the adultsl The rest of each session included a video of the Bible story, craft, of which examples are on the display board in the vestibule, a game and snack appropriate to the topic. I'lllllff It is hoped that by God's grace this ministry may continue to grow and be a blessing to the children and us all. 15
Radiate Kim & Dan Parkes, Kathryn & Alastsir Johnson Radiate, our weekly youth group for school years 6-11, has continued to thrive in 2025, regularly welcoming about 20 young people through our doors on a Friday evening. Throughout the year we have had the pleasure of ministering to 36 young people, including 16 new-members (all invited by friends or siblingsl). It is a privilege to welcome so many young people and offer them a positive experience of church and Christianity. The young people enjoy some free time with a choice of football, basketball, badminton, pool, Lego, board games or the Wii console, while our tuck shop remains a popular feature of the evening. We end each session with a sofa time in which we catch up on how each other's weeks have gone, play a game and have a brief Bible slot. At present we are reliant on 4 adults and, as we continue to grow, there is a need for more volunteers to be involved in the group. Please prayerfully consider whether you could be a positive role model to the young people in the community- even if for one Friday evening each month. Digital Mission & Ministry Daniel Parkes Our online ministry via YouTube has remained an important way of connecting with people who are unable to attend our worship celebrations in person. Whether they are part of our fellowship here in Southport or from further afield, it has been a huge encouragement to hear how God has been using this aspect of who we are to shine his light. As such, our weekly livestream remains a significant part of our mission and ministry. Although we haven't had as much contact with Linaker Primary School as we have had in the past, it was wonderful to welcome the Reception children at Christmas to perform their "Wriggly Nativity" which we were able to record and make available to the school. The statistics for our YouTube channel continue to be a source of great encouragement as we seek to reach out into the world.. 2025 Totsl (To December 2025) 90,140 332 (January to December) Number Of Views: 21,870 52 Number Of Subscribers: Watch Time {Hoursl: 716.9 4300 16
Mission Barbara Cmss Dave & Michele Mahon 2025 started with a visit from the Mahon family who shared a meal with us and then told of their work in Peru. It was obvious from the very beginning that their hearts are very much with the people of Peru. Their work involves not only supporting the local community but encouraging the Christians throughout the country (and sometimes beyond). This could mean spending time away from family as they lead seminars and retreats, often many miles and hours away from home. As you have read their prayer letters during the year, I hope you have remembered to pray for them, and that you will continue to do so in this coming year as they continue their ministry in Peru. 8E T BMS Birthday Scheme My thanks to all who support BMS through the birthday scheme. This scheme raises funds for the work of BMS, throughout the world, often in very practical ways, such as providing the means by which a hospital in Chad could expand and upgrade their solar panel system allowing them to provide air conditioning in the pharmacy, thus reducing medicine waste and being able to store life saving drugs for longer. £220.00 has been given through this scheme with additional donations being made directly to BMS. If you would like to mark your birthday by receiving a birthday card from BMS and in return making a donation to this vital and life altering work, then please see me- I will be more than happy to add your name to the list. world mi5510n Harvest- Operation Agri As usual our emphasis at our harvest thanksgiving seNice was on the work of Operation Agri, a Christian organisation which supports rural and urban development projects in Christ's name Christian love in action. Our harvest appeal raised £178.14 which was rounded up to £200.00 from church funds. The most popular way of giving this year was by card payments through Zettle rather than through the envelopes provided. Thank you to all who gave and also to those who used the Presents with a Purpose gift catalogue to find and give a gift for the person who has everythingl These gifts are available all year round and last not just for Christmas but a lifetime. Being thankful for what we have, may we be generous in our support of those in need. 17
Christmas- Spurgeons & Mayor Of Sefton Our Christmas appeal focused on gifts to the Major Of Sefton's appeal for underprivileged children across the borough and a financial gift for Spurgeons, a charity working with families in need across the country. li Operation IAGRI spurgeons children's charity raise rfie £OflD an&yray in AT5 namel rfe((everyone wfiat Ae fia5 &one. Singyrai5es ro rfie £OglDI rferl a6out Ais miracle5. Cele6rate anAwor5fiiy fils fi0(y name witfi allyour Aeart. .FalTri 105.'1-3 (Contemyorary £yli5A V6r5tim) 18
Charity registration number: 1190214
SCARISBRICK NEW ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH CIO
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025
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SCARISBRICK NEW ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH CIO
INDEX TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025
| Page | |
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| Legal and administrative information | I |
| Trustees' report | II - IV |
| Independent examiner's report | V |
| Statement of financial activities | VI |
| Balance sheet | VII |
| Notes to the financial statements | VIII - XIII |
SCARISBRICK NEW ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH CIO
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025
| Trustees: | Rev Daniel Parkes | (Chair) |
|---|---|---|
| Barbara Cross | ||
| Mark Hibell | ||
| Kathryn Johnson | ||
| Secretary: | Kathryn Johnson | |
| Treasurer: | ** position currently vacant ** | |
| Charity number: | 1190214 | |
| Charity Address: | Scarisbrick New Road | Baptist Church |
| Scarisbrick New Road | ||
| Southport | ||
| PR8 6PU | ||
| Independent Examiners: | Lifestyles Accountancy Limited | |
| 39 Kirklees Road | ||
| Southport | ||
| PR8 4RB | ||
| Bankers: | NatWest | |
| 130 Lord Street | ||
| Southport | ||
| PR9 0AE |
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SCARISBRICK NEW ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH CIO
TRUSTEES' REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025
The trustees submit their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2025. The financial statements follow the requirements of the revised Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (FRS 102) (second edition - October 2019) – 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 2019).
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Governing document
The organisation is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation which was registered on 2 July 2020. It is governed by its Constitution which was last amended on 13 February 2020.
Recruitment and appointment of the trustees
The board seeks to achieve a balance of skills and experience amongst the trustees. In order to maintain this, the board reviews its skill and experience mix each year and seeks to recruit new trustees when necessary, subject to the conditions set out in the governing document. Nominations are further sought from church members.
Appointment is made by voting on those nominated at an ordinary church meeting. Candidates who receive votes from at least 50% of members voting are appointed as trustees.
Each calendar year one third (or if not a multiple of three, the number nearest to one third) of the current trustees shall retire from office.
Trustee induction and training
The current board of trustees will provide any new trustee with an overview of the timetable of board meetings, copies of the recent minutes of meetings, the recent reports and accounts and explain their general and specific responsibilities.
Ongoing training is provided by the board of trustees as and when the need arises.
Risk management
The condition and upkeep of the building continues to be a major challenge. During the year we made a concerted effort to clear out surplus items and accumulated rubbish, as well as clearing the garden area which was becoming hazardous. In relation to our bank accounts, interest rates on our long term savings will be reducing from 2025 with lower than expected returns. While we are not wholly reliant on the interest it will have some impact on our long term project planning for building upkeep and improvements.
Organisational structure
Scarisbrick New Road Baptist Church is governed by its board of trustees that are responsible for the strategic direction and policy of the charity.
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SCARISBRICK NEW ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH CIO
TRUSTEES' REPORT (continued)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025
OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES
Objects of the charity
The trustees have referred to the guidance contained in the Charity Commission's general guidance on public benefit when reviewing the charity's aims and objectives and in planning future activities.
The purpose of the charity is to advance the Christian faith according to the principles of the Baptist denomination. The charity may also advance education and carry out other charitable purposes in the United Kingdon and/or other parts of the world.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE
Review and summary of the year
Throughout the year the charity has continued to meet regularly for worship and prayer as well as provided a range of associated activities as the more detailed annual report illustrates.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
Principal funding sources
The principal sources of funding for the charity continue to be donations from the church congregation in addition to some giving from other Christian groups.
During the year the charity received income of £56,847 (2024 - £62,164) and spent £69,079 (2024 - £74,795) and as a result produced a deficit of £12,232 (2024 - £12,631). This deficit is mostly attributable to the sustained large increase in the cost of gas and electricity in the prior year of a little over £12,900. The current year experienced an numebr of additioanl repair costs combined with a general reduction in income which contrbuted to the current years deficit.
Reserves policy
In order to maintain the day to day running of the charity the trustees have agreed that an amount of no less than 6 months running costs should be available in reserves at any one point in time. They have also considered the need to set aside funding to cover potential property repairs and redevelopment following the most recent quinquennial building inspection, dated May 2023.
The trustees have designated £40,000 as the emergency reserve which will cover a period of 6 months expenditure. This is held in a 95 day notice account with NatWest.
The trustees have also designated £50,000 as the seed fund for building maintenance and redevelopment. This was held in a 1 year deposit account with the Baptist Union Corporation which matured on 30 November 2023. The interest was transferred to the current account while the remaining £50,034 was reinvested in a 3 month Baptist Union Corporate Deposit Account.
In the year to 31 December 2025 the amount available in free, unrestricted reserves was £46,017 (2024 - £58,249) which is expected to cover expected annual deficits and unexpected expenditure in the short term.
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SCARISBRICK NEW ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH CIO
TRUSTEES' REPORT (continued)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025
PLANS FOR FUTURE PERIODS
General plans
The charity will continue to be a church where Jesus Christ is at the centre of all that we do as we strive to be a beacon of hope in our community by bringing the good news of Jesus Christ to more people.
STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES' RESPONSIBILITIES
Law applicable to charities in England and Wales requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the charity's financial activities during the period and of its financial position at the end of the period. In preparing financial statements giving a true and fair view, the trustees should follow best practice and:
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a. select suitable accounting policies and apply them consistently;
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b. observe the methods and principals in the Charities SORP;
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c. make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent;
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d. state whether applicable UK accounting standards and statements of recommended practice have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements; and
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e. prepare the financial statements on a going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation.
The trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
This report was approved by the board of trustees on 19 April 2026 and signed on its behalf by:
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Rev Daniel Parkes - trustee
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SCARISBRICK NEW ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH CIO
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF SCARISBRICK NEW ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH CIO
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025
We report on the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2025, which are set out on pages VI to XIII.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is our responsibility to:
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(i) examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act,
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(ii) to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and
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(iii) to state whether particular matters have come to our attention.
Basis of independent examiner's statement
Our examination was carried out in accordance with general directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The 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 ‘true and fair’ view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent examiner's statement
In connection with our examination, no matter has come to our attention:
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a) which gives us reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the requirements:
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to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act
have not been met; or
- b) to which, in our opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Daniel Styles (Independent examiner)
for and on behalf of Lifestyles Accountancy Limited
Dated: 17 July 2026
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SCARISBRICK NEW ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH CIO
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025
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Unrestricted Restricted Total Total
funds funds funds funds
2025 2025 2025 2024
Notes £ £ £ £
INCOME
Income from generated funds:
Voluntary income:
Donations and gifts 2 42,995 612 43,607 42,713
Activities for generating funds:
Rental income 3 9,809 - 9,809 14,377
Investment income 4 3,431 - 3,431 5,074
TOTAL INCOME 56,235 612 56,847 62,164
EXPENDITURE
Charitable activities 5 68,367 612 68,979 74,695
Governance costs 6 100 - 100 100
TOTAL EXPENDITURE 68,467 612 69,079 74,795
NET (EXPENDITURE) FOR THE
YEAR (12,232) - (12,232) (12,631)
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Fund balances at 1 January 2025 723,249 723,249 735,880
Fund balances at 31 December 2025 711,017 - 711,017 723,249
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The notes on pages VIII - XIII form part of these financial statements.
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SCARISBRICK NEW ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH CIO
BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2025
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Total Total
funds funds
2025 2024
Notes £ £
FIXED ASSETS
Property 7 575,000 575,000
575,000 575,000
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash at bank and in hand 136,132 148,334
Letting income owed - 15
136,132 148,349
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Accrued costs 115 100
115 100
NET CURRENT ASSETS 136,017 148,249
TOTAL NET ASSETS 711,017 723,249
FUNDS
Restricted funds - -
Unrestricted funds 9 & 10 46,017 58,249
Designated funds 665,000 665,000
TOTAL FUNDS 711,017 723,249
Approved and signed on behalf of the board on 19 April 2026 by:
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Rev Daniel Parkes - trustee
The notes on pages VIII - XIII form part of these financial statements.
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SCARISBRICK NEW ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH CIO
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025
1 ACCOUNTING POLICIES
a Basis of preparation
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with "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 January 2019)". The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.
The charity has taken advantage of the provisions in the SORP for charities applying FRS 102 Update Bulletin 1 not to prepare a Statement of Cash Flows.
The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest whole £.
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, modified to include the revaluation of freehold properties and to include investment properties and certain financial instruments at fair value. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.
b Going concern
At the time of approving the financial statements, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.
c Fund accounting
Unrestricted funds are funds which are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the charity and which have not been designated for other purposes.
Restricted funds are funds which are to be used in accordance with specific restrictions imposed by donors or which have been raised by the charity for particular purposes. The cost of raising and administering such funds are charged against the specific fund. The aim and use of each restricted fund is set out in the notes to the financial statements where relevant.
d Incoming resources
All incoming resources are included in the SOFA when the charity is legally entitled to the income and can be quantified with reasonable accuracy. For legacies, entitlement is the earlier of the charity being notified of an impending distribution or the legacy being received. No amounts are included in the financial statements for services donated by volunteers.
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SCARISBRICK NEW ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH CIO
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025
1 ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued)
e Resources expended
All expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all costs related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of the resources.
Fund raising costs are those incurred in seeking voluntary contributions and do not include the costs of disseminating information in support of the charitable activities. Support costs are those costs incurred directly in support of expenditure on the objects of the charity and include project management costs. Management and administration costs are those incurred in connection with the administration of the charity and compliance with constitutional and statutory requirements.
f Fixed assets and depreciation
Tangible fixed assets costing more than £500 are capitalised and included at cost including and incidental expenses of acquisition.
Tangible fixed assets represent the valuation of properties owned by the charity when it transferred from a trust to a CIO. The valuation has been undertaken by the trustees at open market value.
g Pension deficiency
Our Pension Deficiency Repayments have now stopped, as of 31 October 2024, due to the Defined Benefits section of the Baptist Union pension scheme having completed its transfer to a new provider.
2 VOLUNTARY INCOME
| Donations and gifts: Loose offering Standing orders and online Gift aid recovered Raised for good causes Other income |
Unrestricted Restricted Total funds funds funds 2025 2025 2025 £ £ £ 4,479 - 4,479 26,641 - 26,641 7,108 - 7,108 579 612 1,191 4,188 - 4,188 42,995 612 43,607 |
Total funds 2024 £ 3,612 30,026 4,892 612 3,571 42,713 |
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SCARISBRICK NEW ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH CIO
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025
3 ACTIVITIES FOR GENERATING FUNDS
| Rental income: Rent of 60 Bedford Road Dollys Bootcamp Southport and Area SWT Hoghton Players Society Other lettings received 4 Bank interest received INVESTMENT INCOME |
Unrestricted Restricted Total funds funds funds 2025 2025 2025 £ £ £ 6,996 - 6,996 - - - - - - 1,000 - 1,000 1,813 - 1,813 9,809 - 9,809 Unrestricted Restricted Total funds funds funds 2025 2025 2025 £ £ £ 3,431 - 3,431 3,431 - 3,431 |
Total funds 2024 £ 7,039 3,291 1,000 1,000 2,047 14,377 Total funds 2024 £ 5,074 5,074 |
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SCARISBRICK NEW ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH CIO
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025
5 COSTS OF CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES
| Ministry costs: Ministers stipend Housing allowance Pension, NI and other on-costs Pension deficiency payments Events Ministry expenses Rental property costs: Buildings insurance Church upkeep costs: Maintenance Heat and light Water Insurance Telephone and internet Printing, postage and stationery Subscriptions Other costs Mission and giving: BUGB - Home mission Baptist World mission Gifts from church funds 6 Independent examination GOVERNANCE COSTS |
Unrestricted Restricted Total funds funds funds 2025 2025 2025 £ £ £ 29,575 - 29,575 7,741 - 7,741 1,398 - 1,398 - - - - - - 4,241 - 4,241 42,955 - 42,955 293 - 293 293 - 293 5,911 - 5,911 6,747 - 6,747 865 - 865 3,028 - 3,028 757 - 757 263 - 263 1,262 - 1,262 587 - 587 19,420 - 19,420 1,800 - 1,800 3,771 - 3,771 128 612 740 5,699 612 6,311 68,367 612 68,979 Unrestricted Restricted Total funds funds funds 2025 2025 2025 £ £ £ 100 - 100 100 - 100 |
Total funds 2024 £ 28,600 7,612 3,621 10 270 5,057 45,170 288 288 912 14,606 587 3,156 656 291 1,280 265 21,753 3,038 3,659 787 7,484 74,695 Total funds 2024 £ 100 100 |
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SCARISBRICK NEW ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH CIO
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025
7 FIXED ASSETS (at valuation)
| Church property 60 Bedford Road |
Total funds 2025 £ 400,000 175,000 575,000 |
Total funds 2024 £ 400,000 175,000 575,000 |
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8 TRUSTEES REMUNERATION
Rev Daniel Parkes received a total of £37,316 (2024 - £36,212) in wage costs for his work in the day to day operation of the charity but not in any respect in connection with his role as trustee. No other trustee received any remuneration or expenses.
9 ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BETWEEN FUNDS
| Fixed assets Current assets Current liabilities |
Unrestricted Restricted funds funds £ £ 575,000 - 136,132 - (115) - 711,017 - |
Total funds £ 575,000 136,132 (115) 711,017 |
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SCARISBRICK NEW ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH CIO
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025
10 FUNDS
| Restricted funds: BMS birthday scheme Special collections |
Balance at Incoming Resources Balance at 1 Jan 25 Resources Expended Transfers 31 Dec 25 £ £ £ £ £ - 250 (250) - - - 251 (251) - - |
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| - 501 (501) - - |
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| Balance at Transfers In Incoming Resources Balance at 1 Jan 25 and (Out) Resources Expended 31 Dec 25 £ £ £ £ £ Unrestricted funds: Designated funds: Building maintenance 50,000 - - - 50,000 Emergency reserve 40,000 - - - 40,000 Property assets 575,000 - - - 575,000 These restricted funds represent specific donations received by the charity to be set aside for specific purposes. |
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| 665,000 - - - 665,000 |
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| General funds: | 58,249 - 56,235 (68,467) 46,017 |
| 723,249 - 56,235 (68,467) 711,017 |
The designated funds represent unrestricted funds that have been designated by the trustees to be set toward the expected costs as described but not used by the year end. The property asset designated fund represents the value of the properties held on the balance sheet.
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