The Ecde51aStical Parish of Huntingdon
Charlty Regtstratl•Jn Number: 1192804
The Ecclesiastical Parish of Huntingdon
Trustees Annual Report and Financial
Statements
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

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Contents
CHAIR'S REPORT........................................................................................... .... ...
Introduction
Encouragement.
People..........................................................................................................-..
Challenges....................................................................................................
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES.......................................................................................................................................
OBIECTIVES AND AcfiviTIES
SAFEGUARDSNG.............................................................................................................................-......................
Charitable Activities.
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Sunday Worship & Online Worship................................................................................................................... 10
Morning Prayer.........................................................................................................................,,....,............,,.... 10
Life Events and Civic Service5.................................
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All Age Engagement.........,,.,,...,................,................. .
Journey5 of Faith.
Chatty Cafe.......................,........................................
Team Report5,,.....,.........,......,.......................,......... ....... .
Curates Report- Leo Orobor......................................................................,.......,....,..,.....,.......,,....,..,.,,....,....,,, 11
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Hope Hub (Chatty Café Discipleship Spacel................
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Mornln8 Prayer (Zoom and In-Personl...........................................................,....,...,....,....................
All Saints Sunday Services...................................,...........................
Engaging with Children, Youth & Familles..
Meet & Eat- St Barnabas Church............................................................ ...
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Huntingdon Radio- Thought for the Day................................................
All Saints Men's Group............... ... ......................................................................................
Parochlal Church Countil IPCCI.............................................................
Children and Families Missioner Report-jane Brooks..................................................................,.,................ 13
Sunday Ministry .
Under 5,5 Ministry......................................................................................................-..........................-......-. 13
Partnership Working......................................-...-...........
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Support for the Diocese..........................................................................
Youth Mi5sioner Report- Ruth Hunt...........................
Sunday Evening Youth..
Thrive Youth Work.
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License(l Lay Minister (Pioneerl Report- Ingrid Randall................................................................................... 15
Chatty Cafe and Hope Hub.....................................................................
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Footsteps and Oasis.............................................................................
Alpha Course ................ . .... .. ..
Women's Group..............................................................................................................................
Recharge and Recharge Plus..
Coneygear Seniors Lunch Club.......
Famlly Fun.
Church Services in Care Home5.................................................................
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Leadin8 and preachln8...........................................................................................................,..,.,.................. 17
Associate Ministers Report-jan smith.
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Integration...................................................................................................................................................... 17
Churchwardens Report- Colin Hardy....-.............................. ............................................................................ 18
All Salnts Church.....................................................................................................................,,...,.................. 18
St Barnabas Church........................................................................................................................................ 18
St Marf5 Church.........................................,............................................................................................ ... 18
PCC Secretarf5 Report- Colin Hardy.......,............. .
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5afe8uardinB report- Jon Randall...
Operation Mana8erfs Report- rim Brooks.............,................................................,........,..,.,....... .
FINANCIAL REVIEW.....
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Asset Pollcy......................................................................................................................................................... 21
Investment bnd Re5eThes.
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Structure, Govemance and Management.
Constitution.........................................................
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Policy of recruitment and trainin8 Ot new Tru51ees..........................,..,.............,.....,.......,...........
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Risk Mana8ement .
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REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION.......................................... ...
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Statement of Trustees, Responsibilities.............................................................................................
THE INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORTTO THE TRUSTEES OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF HUNTINGDON
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Responsibilitie5 and basis of report.................
Independent Examinerfs Statement...
STATEMENTOF FINANCIALAcfiviTY................................................................................................
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BALANCE SHEET.............................-.-.........................................-........................................................................... 27
NOTESTO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024......................................... 28
ACCOUNTING POLICIES.........................................................................
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Basis of preparing the financial statements
Income.............................................................
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Expenditure...............................................................................................................................
Governance costS...................
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Allocation and apportionment of cost5 .................................................
Tangible fixed assets........
Taxatlon.......................................................................................................................................................... 28
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Fund accounting............................................................................................................................................. 29
DONATIONS AND LEGACIES........
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GENERATING FUNDS...,......................................................................,.......,................,.,..,..,....,................ 29
INCOME FROM GRANTS............................................
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DIRECTCOSTS OF CHURCHAcfivrnES.....................................................................................................30
SUPPORT cosrs........................................................................................................................................30
7. TRUSTEES, REMUNERATION AND 8ENEFITS...................................................,......................,....,..................30
Trustees, expense5................................................................................................................,,....,.................. 30
, STAFF COSTS,..........................
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COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENTOF FINANCIAL............................................................................. 31
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TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS....................................................................................................................... 32
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FIXED ASSET INVESTMENTS.,,...................
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DE8TORS: AMOUNTS DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR..................................................................................... 33
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CREDITORS.. AMOUNTS DUE WITHIN ONÉ........................................................................................... 33
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MOVEMENT IN FUNDS.. .. . .
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15. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES.................................................................................................................... 37

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CHAIR'S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
Introdurtlon
2024 was a year full of encouragement for us a5 a parish and church community as many lives were
touched by our ministry and with the Gospel- a significant proportion of this ministry happening
beyond the walls of the church as described in detail elsewhere.
I'm goin8 to start by identifying some of the positive aspects of the year. reflect on some significant
changes in personnel and then think about our ongoing challenges as we look ahead to 2025 and
beyond.
Encouragement
The positives we experienced during 2024 intlude:
We continue to grow numerically at our 10.30am Sunday service and the diversity of our
congregation is a real joy to me. In his vision of heaven, John writes, "After this I looked, and
there w05 a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation. from 311 tribes and
people5 and lan8uage5 Standing before the throne and before the Lamb.....
IRev 7..91 I know
that we don't literally have every nation etc represented, but our church family is a "foretaste of
glory divine"
Outreath to all members of our communlty is an essential part of being a Christ-centred
community and the role of the church. So. the fart that newcomers regularly comment to me on
the positive welcome that they experience when they attend either seryices and other events,
such 05 Chatty Café is very encouraging.
Oyr desire to reach all member5 of our community is well exemplified by our growing
relationship wth Deaf Church (see Jan Smith's report for more detail). Our Sunday Services are
518ned every 4th Sunday. As Jan writes, we are pleased with the integration of the Deaf Church
with the hearing church.
We are blessed as a parlsh to have a committed PCC and churchwarden. Most of what they
contribute is'behind the scenes" but they are an essential part of our ministry.
Our ministry to children and families continues to thrive as described in Jane Brook's report. It's
been good to see Young Church attendance becoming more sustained towards the end of the
calendar year. Messy Church has grown as a worshipping commLbnity and it was a real privilege
to Conduct our first baptism there and to see the po5ttive impact that had on others.
It'5 been great to see the Sunday Evening Youth Group Isee Ruth Hunt's report for detail)
establish r(self during the year and to see a committed core of youn8 people attending. These
opportunities to explore their faith in a safe environment are so beneficial to their faith
journeys.
We continue to focus on "whavs nexf in temis of opportunities to explore faith we offer to
people in our community who join us in church or elsewhere. I'm delighted that we have been
able to continue to run Oasis (see Ingrid Randall's report) and launch Hope Hub. The Alpha
course we ran in the summer was attended by a small number of people, but instrumental in
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Our Connect Groups are a150 Vital in helping u5 to continue in our journeys of faith. The mums.
connert group ran Alpha. An online group meets on Wednesdays and a group fom)ed post Alpha
on Thursdays. These groups are key to growth as disciples.
As described elsewhere, Chatty Café, Meet & Eat. online Morning Prayer and othergroups
continue to flourish.
We lead monthly services in four local care homes as we support those members of our
community who, mostly. are unable to come to other services. These services are attended by
up to 50 people every month and are very much appreciated by residents and staff alike.
Our Sunday moming sernions c¢)vered a rdnge of topics. including:
o A series on characters from the Bible- both Old and New Testaments: and
A series exploring Paufs letter to the Epheslans.
An onBolnB opportunity to reach Lwond the walls of our buildings has been provided by the
weekly service on Huntingdon Community Radio. Several hun(Ired people listen each week-
mostly local, but some from elsewhere in the country and indeed beyond.
Leo lour Curatel and l are also part of an ecumenical team which offers a daily Thoughtfor the
Day on HCR. We understand that well over a thousand people listen to the show during which
these thoughts are broadcast.
We are privileged to be able to support our church family and the local community with
weddings ond funeral* In the year, we conducted 12 baptlsms, 5 weddin8s and 10 funerals.
People
As with any successftjl church communlty, we are heavily reliant on the support of a huge band of
volunteers. I don't think it's an exagBeration to say that none of our services, events or activities
would be viable without our volunteers. Thank you all. The time given by volunteers to our various
ministries exceeds 100 hours per week. At the basic INing wage these hours would cost us over
£60,000 perannum.
There were lots of both departures and new faces joinln8 Us in the year. These Included..
Very sadly, Godfrey Brown who had served for many years as churchwarden at St Mary'5, died In
May and his funeral held in All Saints. We give thanks for all that Godfrey contributed to minlstry
in Huntingdon.
Mike Bookerfs 3 years as an Associate Wicar here ended in Au8USt with Mike's retirement. Mike
was land is11 a fantastic and wise support to me personally and brought so much to the parish.
We wish Mike and Liz well in their retirement and very much hope to see them in the future.
We were delighted that Steph Pedlar was ordained in July. She then moved to Hartford and
Houghton to serve her curacy. l am grateful to both Steph and her husband Neil for their service
here- as members of PCC and as °¢hampion< of our monthly prayer meetings. We wish them
well in their new ministries.
Monika Stolan decided not to retum to her role as Parish Administrator after her maternity
leave. We are grateful to both Monika and her maternity leave cover, Dee Bird, for everything
they gave in their parish administration role5.1 am delighted that both of them remain part of
our worshipping community.
We were very pleased to welcome Helen Medlock ès our new Parish Administrator in
September. Helen ha5 settled into her role really quickly and is a valued member of the staff
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Leo Orobor joined us Initial￿ on a short-term placement in July. This then changed into an
opportunity for Leo to move his curacy here. As he says in his report, he wa5 licensed to the
parish in October. It is a real blessing for us as a parish to have Leo and his family with us.
We are very pleased to have found a new Treasurer in 2024. Joanna Ha￿eY will join us in
January 2025.
Finally, my 3 year half time secondment as Changing Market Towns Project Leader (see last
yearfs report for a description) finished in August and I returned to the parish on a full time
basis.
Challenges
As in previous years. I want to acknowledge that we have significant challenges facing us. Many of
these are the same as in Previous years, but. a51've described below. we have made / have plans for
significant progress in a number of areas.
The challenges we face include:
Our monthly financial deficit remains close to £2,000 per month and we are having to draw on
reserves to meet our costs. Another stewardship campaign is planned for 2025.
The PCC remained without a permanent Treasurer throughout 2024. Tim Brooks has very kindly
covered the role during the year. PCC ha5 agreed to pay a Treasurer who will start work in early
2025. This wlll cost us almost £4,IXKI per annum. but we were unable to fill this role with a
volunteer.
As described in Colln's report our buildings all need slgnificant care and attention and we don't
have the volunteers to do what 15 required. St Marfs remains in a tritical state. A Friends Group
was established for St Marvs in lale 2024 and it is hoped that this will begin to push forward
with plans for the $18niflcant refurbishment which Is required.
Despite the many challenges, I believe that we are moving forward a5 a parish and contSnue to seNe
the people of Huntingdon well.
Jon Randall
Rector and Chalr
15th SeptembeT 2025

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REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
The trustees present their report with the financial ststements of the charity for the year ended 31
December 2024. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charitle5:
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 IFRS 1021
leffective l January 20151.
The Parish of Huntingdon PCC was formed on the l May 2019 through the merger of St Barnabas, St
Mary's and All Saint5 PCCS. All Saints and St Marfs church building5 retain their status as parish
churches and St Barnabas is now a parish centre of worship. The PCC has the responsibility for co-
operatin8 Wlth the Rertor of Huntingdon (The Revd. Jon Randall) In promotlng In the ecclesiastlcal
parish the whole mission of the Churth. pastoral, evangelistic. social and ecumenical. It has
maintenance responsibllitles for the anclent Parish Churches of All Saints and St Mary's and the
modern church of St Barnabas. St Marfs church remains on the Historic England 'at-risk' register.
The PCC meets every other month wtth the Standing Committee of the PCC meeting in the alternate
month5. As well a5 the usual busine55 invofved in running the 3 buildings 3nd overseein8 the
completlon of a major repair project on the tower of All Saints, the PCC is aware of its role in
maintaining the spiritual well-bein8 of the congregation and ministers of the churches in its care.
The PCC have decided to use All Saints as the principal place of worship and outreach to the
community wlth only larger festlval service5, funerals, weddings and an occasional baptism being
held In St Mary's. The modern church of St Barnabas is used for worship-based 3Ctivities open to all
but particularly for the local area of the Oxmoor Estate. The Oxmoor Estate is a housing estate built
in the 1960s to accommodate the housing overspill from London.
Regular Sunday worshlp has continue(J throughout the year at All Saints church with regular Holv
Communion services on Wednesdays. All services are liveslreamed on Zoom and/or YouTube to
allow those who cannot attend in person to share in our worship.
All Saints and St Barnabas churches are also used for numerous outreach activities as detailed
below.
OBJECTIVES AND AcfiviTIES
Our plans for the year included..
Building on our existing support base and continuin8 to emphaslse our mission to the town as
the Anglican churches situated at its centre and on the Oxmoor estate.
For members of our churthes to work in conjunction in all our planning for worship and our
ongoing outreach and mission.
To proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ èfresh to all generation
To continue to develop our online and local radio presence to reach a wider demographlc,
Developing our ministry to all generations and demographic5, including-
Growing our ministry and pastoral support to children and families-
Growing our ministry and pastoral support to young people:
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In Setting their plans for the year the PCC has had due re8ard to the public benefit guidance
published by the Charity Commission and, in particular, the guidance for charities forthe
advancement of religion; enabling ordinary people to INe out their faith through the Church's
activities. Our achievements and performance are detailed below through our various charitable
activities.
SAFEGUARDING
The trustees take safeguardin8 responsibilities extremety seriously. The PCC has complled wlth the
d￿¥ to have due regard to the House of Bishop￿ Safeguardin8 Policy and Practice Guidance.
Safeguarding remains a standing agenda item at each PCC meeting. The parish has been working on
the use of the Church of England's online Safeguarding Dashboard and Hub throughout the year and
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Charitable Activities
Sunday Worshlp & Onllne Worship
Attendance at our main Sunday seryice in AIS Saints is steadily growing and the congregation is
ethnically diveise. In order to support those who are unable to attend in person our services are
streamed live online each Sunday. We also service the local area with a weekly service for local radio
which has an audience of several hundred. The trustees are grateful for the support of Huntingdon
Community Radio in broadcastirbg this service.
Mornlng Prayer
Mornlng Prayer has continued on Zoom on a daily weekday basis throughout the year. The attendance
IS Benerally about ten people, with a pool of approximately fifteen invofved. Morning Prayer 15 led bv
a team, including lay and ordained leaders. On Wednesdays a mid-week service of Holy Communion,
led from All Saint5 Church at the same time in the morning as Morning Proyer, 15 Streamed on Zoom
and allows a link between the same group of people and in-church worship. The online nature of
Morning Prayer allows for re8ular contact. participation in worship and important pasloral support
between a significant proportion of the congregation. many of whom would not find it possible
reBularly to attend In-person worship in one of the church buildin8S.
Life Events and Civic Services
We continue to offer the use of all three of our churches for life events. In 2024 we conducted 4
weddings, 10 funerals and 8 baptisms. Various Civic Services were held both in our churches and at
other locations in Huntingdon. These included a Holocaust Memorial Service, the annual Civic
Service for the Town Mayor (the Rettor is the Town Mayorfs Chaplain), a Police Memorial SeNice,
Remembrance SeNices and Carol Ser¥lces fi)r both the Town Council and Huntingdonshire District
Council.
All Age Engagement
As described elsewhere in this report, we offer activities and services for all a8e5- from Footsteps
for pre-school children and thelr parents I tarers, engagement with local schools, through to
services for residents in care homes. Wherever possible, we seek to ensure that the different
generations are able to come together both In worship and in social settings.
Journeys of Faith
As well as offerin8 the worship opportunities described above, we also offer a wide range of
opportunities for people to explore the Christian faith and to move along their own faith loumeys.
For adults the places to explore faith include Recharge and Oasis Idescribed elsewhere). Faith
journeys are encouraged through connect groups, Meet and E?t. The Living Room and other events.
Chatty Cafe
We have contSnued to operate Chalty Cafe as a warm space and place of hospTtality. This is open to
everyone of any faith or none. Numbers attending have grown steadily and we know that this facility
Is app￿tIated by those who attend.
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Team Reports
Curates Report- Leo Orobor
I began my platement at All Saints Church in June 2024, and it has been a joy to be welcomed into
such a vibrant and missionally minded church community. From the outset, I took time to listen,
learn, and immerse myself in the life of the parish getting to know the people and the variety of
ministries that make up the heart of All Saints Church. I was struck early on by the breadth and
depth of work already taking place much of it quietly transformative and have felt privileged to
witness and join in what God is doing in our midst.
On 20th October 2024,1 was licensed as Pioneer Curate to the Parish of Huntingdon. and since then I
have had the blessing of servin& supporting, and complementing a wide range of ministries. My
family ha5 also been warmly welcomed, and we are grateful for the support we've received as we
settle into the All Saints Church community.
My focus has been on Sunday worship, ploneerlng mlsslon, evangelism, dlscipleship, and communky
engagement, especially amon8 those who might not usually walk into church.
Chatty Café
I joined the Chatty Café team as a volunteer supervisor. helpln8 to create a safe and welcoming
env1ronment where guest5 from all back8rounds can enjoy conversatlon, connection, and free
refreshments. The Chatty Café supervisors and volunteers are an invaluable and dedicated team,
playing a crucial role in serving our visilors with warmth and consistency.
St has been a joy to meet such a wide range of people and offer pastoral listenln& signpostingi and
practlcal support where needed. This ministry continues to be a vital bridge between the church and
the wlder communlty.
Hope Hub (Chatty Café Disclpleshlp Space)
In December 2024, alongside Ingrid lour LLM Pioneer), we introduced Hope Hub, a new initiatlve
born out of the vision to reach Chatty Café Buests who may be spiritually curious or exploring life's
deeper questions.
On 7th December. we hosted our first introductory session, sharlng our deslre that Hope Hub would
betome a space where people could begin to explore the true hope found in Jesus, while connecting
meaningfvlly with Ot￿er$. During this session, our first group of attendees shared a highlight and
lowlight of their year-a simple yet powerful way to open up conversation and buil(1 trust.
Hope Hub now runs twlce a month during Chatty Café, offering a 30-minute gathering for
conversation and reflection. We had 12 people attend the first session.
Hope Hub is intentionally designed to be a gentle step toward digipleshipi Creating space for honest
conversations, authentic community. and a non-pressurised environment where faith can be
explored at each person's pace. We continue to shape it prayerfully, trusting God to lead those who
are ready to take the next step.
Ferrars Care Home
In late 2024, we were visited at Chatty Café by Katie, the Community Relations Manager at Ferrar5
Care Home, along with some elderly residents. Xatie shared that many residents had fond memories
of the fortnightly services previously led by Mike Booker IAssociate Minister) and LLM Margaret,
both of whom have now retired. The residents expressed a desire for these seNices to return.
Katie also extended an invttation to support two new rnOnth￿ initiatives.. a Tuesday Communty
Coffee Morning and a Carers, Coffee Morning. I have since begun attendin8 both. and we've been
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steadily building a positive relationship with the home. This growing connertion led to the invitation
to lead 3 Christmas Carol SeNice in December, which was wanmly received and well attended by
both staff and residents.
Morning Prayer (Zoom and In-Person)
When l arrived, I began leading Common Worship Morning Prayer from Monday to Thursdayi except
on Wednesdays when Holy Communion was celebrated lin person and on Zoom).
Over time, I facilitated a handover for Mary to lead online Morning Prayer on Mondays and
Thursdays, giving her the opportunity to bless and lead the online prayer community-something
She has embraced with great commitment.
Jon and Jan continue to lead Holy Communion Momin8 Prayer on the first and third Wedne5day5 of
the month. I lead Mornin8 Prayer on Tuesdays and a￿ernate Wednesdays, helping to 5UStain the
rhythm of prayer across the parish. I look forward to co-leadin8 Holy Communion Morning Prayer
with Jon and Jan following my ordination as priest.
All Salnts Sunday Servlces
It has been a prfvilege to prepare. lead. and preach In Sunday seNl¢es, Includlng All ABe Services and
Morning Worshipi working collaborativety with my colleagues. As I move towards ordination to the
priesthood, I look forward to presidin8 at Hoty Communion and deepening my sacramental ministry
amon8 the conBregation.
Engaglng wlth Chlldren, Youth & Famllles
Durin8 the autumn. I had the opportunity to engage with a range of ministries for children and
young people. I Joined in with Thr￿e youth work, supported Jane lour Family and Mission Worker),
and was able to partlclpate In Young Church, Messy Church. and Footsteps.
I was a150 warmty welcomed into the Oasis film ministry. a relaxed and thoughtful space especially
for young mums. We watched scenes from The Devil Wears Prada, followed by h lively and reflectlve
conversatlon connecting the film to themes of faith, identity, and purpose. It was a beautifvl
example of how creative h05Pitality can open door5 to deeper splritual reflectlon.
Meet & Eat- St Barnabas Church
On Tuesdays, I've been part of the Meet & Eat community at St Barnabas Church. joining in hymn
singing. shared meals, and Bible study. It has been a pleasure to support Graham In thls ministry and
to walk through the qible Project's Beatitude5 series together. This ministry continues to be a faithful
expresslon of hospltality, prayer, and accessible Bible engagement. deepty appreciated by those who
attend.
Huntingdon RadS0- Thought for the Day
Since the autumn, I have joined a team of contributors from across the county who offer short
'Yhought for the Dav reflections on Huntingdon Community Radio. These monthly broadcasts
Provide an opportunity to share hope, encouragement, and faith-based insights with a wide and
varied audience-many of whom may not otherwise hear a Christian voice durin8 their week. It ha5
been both humbling and meaningful to serve in this way beyond the parish walls.
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All Saints Men's Group
Toward the end of the year. we embraced the opportLtnity to gather men in the church community
for fellowship. prayer, and discipleship. A WhatsApp group was created to serve as a space for
encouragement, support. and spiritual growth, where men have begun sharing Scripturei prayer,
and news.
Our first gathering 15 scheduled for Saturdayi 18th January 2025 at Ephesus Restaurant, and we hope
thls wlll mark the beginning of a lrfe-giving rhythm of community, prayer, and friendship among the
men of All Saints.
Parochial Church Council (PCC)
Since beginning my curacy, I have been wamily welcomed by the PCC and have had the opportunity
to attend PCC meetings. It has been valuable to obseNe and contribute to the leadership and
deci5ion-making life of the parish. I'm especially grateful for the PCC'S supportive spirit and their
care in stewarding the mission and ministry of the church.
Chlldren and Famllles Mlssloner Report- Jane Brooks
Sunday Ministry
Young church tontinues to meet during morning worship in the Town hall. During 2024 we
Increase(J our staff to 5, which re(luced pressure on the frequency of bein8'on dut￿. We continue
to aim to support the development of God Connected children, rather than children that are just
God Smart- i.e. children who are in relationship with our wonderful creator God, rather than just
knowing stuff about him. Numbers continue to vary a lot, but we have welcomed on average 8
children per week from 17 families. We have followed programmes on the Holy Splrit, Parables,
Exploring the Bible and Christmas.
Messy Church- met for 10 months of 12 In 2024. Numbers a￿ down slightly on 2023 with an
average attendance of 56 per month. but there is be8innin8 to be real discipleship in this
congregation- as evidenced by a baptism in July. As a result of witnes5in8 this baptlsm, 2 older
children requested baptism for themselves- date set for 2025.
Intergeneratlonal Events- we again enjoyed each othe¢s company at what Is becoming our
'Annual Picnic in the Park,. We alw held a Family Light Party on Hallowe'en to provide an alternative
celebration forthe children.
Parentlng In Church - In January 2024 we launched the 'My Worship Bags, in church- a re50urce
designed to support participation in churth. This has been popular with children and parents, but
due to difficulties in communicatin8 intended mode of use has met wtth limited success. Use of the
resource will be reviewed in eady 2025.
Under 5's Ministry
Footsteps - our toddler group- continuesto be very busy wfch immense demand for places.
Places are still bookable, with space for 20 families each week. The l year rolling curriculum, with
occasional session substitution and alternative craft ideas is still working well. Staffing has been
constant at 10 volunteers across the year- although we lost 3 volunteers during the year, we were
able to recruit 3 more volunteers in September- all mummies who have wanted to give back to
Footsteps because they are so grateful for what Footsteps has done for them. Footsteps Oasis 15 a
great blessing- See Ingrid's Pioneer LLM report- and I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to
her for her hard work in producing these sessions.
Baptisms- during 2024 we welcomed and baptised 12 chIld￿nI1 of which was baptised at Messy
Church) and l adult. We have continued to send anniversary cards to children on the anniversary of
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their baptism. One baptism preparation evening was held, and other preparation was done on a
family-by-famity basis.
Mum's Connect Group- This discipleship group started in January 2024 on Monday momlngs
every other week, with a small 8roup of 6 mum's and a few pre-schoolers. We have spent the year
exploring the Alpha course.
Partnership Working
Clrcle of Security Parenting Groups- I have not delNered any COSP groups in 2024. Having
worked in partnership with Huntingdon Nursery and Cambridge Acorn Project during 2D23 on
delivering Circle of Security Parenting GTOUPS, both organisations decided to train their own
practitioners in Springlsummer 2024, with a view to delivering I COSP group per term. I have been
on hand to support as needed. l am delighted to report that their first course was held in the
Autumn term 2024 and is ongoing.
Recharge and Recharge plus- a parent dropin at Thongsley Fields Primary School- see
Ingrid's Ploneer LLM report.
HCAP (Huntingdon Communlty Actlon Prolects). Moody Mondays, Snack Shack and
Plc-nlc In the park- I continue to represent the churches on HCAP and I volunteer at Moody
Mondays every other week- a well-being hub each week durin8 term time. I have again 5UPPOrted
Snack Shack and Picnic in the Park- 2 holiday provision projects for vulnerable families on Tuesdays
and Thursdays during the Easter. Summer hatf terni and long Summer holidays throughout 2024.
Participants were identified through referrals from schoo15, family workers and other partner
organisations like the churches. Additionally, I sUPPOrted the Summer Bank Holiday Communlty
Gala Day, and the Chri5tma5 at Coney8ear event5.
Schools Worf(- I have supported the delivery of the RE curriculum across 4 schools, with 5 vi51ts
to the church, and 2 visits by me to schools. We have also delivered assemblies in 4 s¢hools across
the year.
Support for the Dloce8e- I contlnued to facilitate the DiocÈse-Wide Under 55 Forum until July
2024.
Youth Missioner Report- Ruth Hunt
Sunday Evenlng Youth
In October 2023, launched a youth programme, Sunday Evening Youth, for youn8 people of
secondary school age, who want to Brow in their faith as a Christian. This programme continued in
2024. The group meets twice a month on a Sunday evenin& 6-7.30 in All Saints chuTch for a meal
tOBether and to explore the bible together engaging with topics relevant to teenager5 in fun and
accessible ways.
In January 2024, we connected with the Parish of East Leightonstone to deliver the pro8ramme
collaboratively. This has been a 8reat way to deliver this youth ministry. and we wouldn't have been
able to maintain this programme without cross-parish collaboration. In 2024, 14 individual youn8
people actessed this programme for at least one session. with an established core group of 8
attending more regularly. Together we explored themes such as Je5U5' Miracle5, Influences, and
Wisdom in the Bible. The Sunday Evening Youth programme was delivered by the Youth Mis5ioner,
and a volunteer from East Leightonstone.
Thrive Youth Work
Thrive Youth Work is a subsidiary organisation run through HuntinEdonshire Community Church
IHCCI- up until August 31st 2024. Thrive was run through the Parish of Huntingdon. In 2024, Thrive
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provided programme5 to support the social, emoth)nal, and spirttual growth of youn8 people in
Huntingdon. These programmes were delivered by the Youth Missioner, a Youth Worker from
Huntingdonshire Community Church IHCCI for 10 hours a weeL and 14 volunteers.
Thrive Schools Work- Thrive provided mentorin8 programmes for students in St Peters
and Hinchin£brooke secondary schools whom the school identified hs needing additional
pastoral and mental health support. We did this through our l.'I mentoring programme and
tailored sUPPOrt Eroups. These are programmes designed to provide a listening ear, a safe
space, and pastoral support acro55 a range of issues. In 2024. through the Schools Work
programmes. Thrive:
o Delivered around 208 group mentoring sessions in St Peters and Hinchingbrooke,
accessed by aljout 80 students
o Offered around 255 1.1 mentoring sessions in St Peter5 and Hinchingbrooke across the
year, accessed by 56 students.
Thrive Community Programmes-Thrive provided two weekly youth cafes during term
time in All Saint5 Huntingdon, and started a third youth café in April in Godmanche5ter
Baptist Church. These are safe spaces for young people to socialise after school durin8 their
free time, engage in fun activities, access pastoral support, and connect with local youth
workers. Additionally. we Provided an excitin8 ran8e of artivities through our Summer
Programme. Young people access our Youth Cafes free of charge, and we subsidised our
summer activities, as well as providin8 financial assistance when needed, to ensure that our
actlvlties are as acce55ible as Possible. In 2023, through the Community Programmes, Thrive..
o Delivered 67 term time youth cales in All Saints from young people across Huntingdon
wlth an avera8e of 25 accessin8 at each café each week.
o Established a new youth café at Godmanchester Baptist Church in April. and dellvered
27 youth cafes, with an avera8e of So accessin8 the tafe each week.
o Delivered 14 alternatlve activitles over the summer holldays, and half terms.
Thrlve Falth Actlvltles- Thrive offered opportunities for young people, of all faiths and
none, to explore the Christian faith in safe and inclusive environments through 9 half termlv
Thrive Collect¢ve events. and Thrive Summer Collertive events. At ThrNe Collectives, we
provide a meal, and offerin8 Opportunities for young people to explore Christian faith. Our
faith attivities are completely optional for younB people to en8a8e in. 4 ThrNe youth
workers from across Huntin8don Parish. Huntin8donshire Community Church and
Godmanchester Baptist Church were invited into Hinchingbrooke Secondary School to
answer questions in Y9 RE lesson5 about Christianity. This was a great opportunity for u5 to
offer our personal testimonies about how our faith impacts our lives.
Youth Wolk Tralnlng- Thrive have also delivered 4 Youthscape Essentials trainin8
sessions to upskill local Christian youth workers and invest in the local youth work
landstape. Additionally, Thrive also delivered two Mentoring training sessions to Thrive
volunteers and local youth workers in January and December. This was delivered by the
Youth Missioner.
Thrive's Transitlon of Adminlstratlon - On September 1st 2024, the administration of
Thrive transf(ione(I from Huntingdon Parish to Huntingdonshire Community Church IHCCI.
Thrive continue5 to work in the Same way as before. retaining the same values and workers,
as rÉ continues its expected journey towards eventually becoming an in(lependent charity.
ThrTve continues to work ecumenically and Huntingdon Parish is still very much involved in
supporting this project, through secondment of the Youth Missioner for 26 hrs a week. The
decision to move the project to HCC was taken to maximize current opportunrties for future
fundraisin& sustainability and longevity.
Licensed Lay Minister (Pioneer) Report- Ingrid Randall
2024 was another busy year with plenty of opportunities for reaching out, both to members of our
wider church community and to members of our local community here in HLtntingdon.
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Chatty Café and Hope Hub
I have been on the Saturday team roughly fortnightly, usually as team supervisor. It has been a joy to
work with our lovety team and I have had many wonderful conversations about life and faith with
team members a5 well as with some of our regular attenders. Earty in 2024, we decided to stop the
'Chatty Gospel, group which met immediately after Chatty Café, as attendance was poor. However,
with Leo Oroborfs arrival as our Curate later in the year we were able to introduce ? discussion
group. 'Hope Hub., in December.
The aim of Hope Hub 15 to provide natural opportuntties for sharing Jesus using a variety of a¢tivitles
which last a maximum of 30 minutes.
Hope Hub runs fortnight￿ on Saturdays at midday and l alternate session leader5hlp with Leo. We're
delighted that Hope Hub has so far been attended by a good mix of unchurched people who come to
Chatty Café and members of our church famity.
Footsteps and Oasis
I continue to be part of the Footstep5 team. l also plan and lead 'Oasis', which takes place once a
month. While their children play, the adults watch film clips on the bl8 screen. The cllps lead into
particular topics relating to life, faith and spirituality, which are important to U5. We then use 'chat
questlons. to facllitate our discussion. We have been told that parents value the opportunity to open
up and hear each otherfs views and opinions. Adults receive a take-home pack including a tea ba
edible treat and several printed quotes, Bible verses and other resources to encourage them to
enBage further with the theme and with God.
Alpha Course
Together with Jon, I ran the Alpha Course in All Saint5, 5tartin8 in the summer term, using the
excellent Alpha Film Series. We were delighted to have a very en8a8ed 8foup* m05t of whom have
stayed on to form the new Thursday Evenln8 Connect group. We have since been joined by a
numberofnew group members.
Women's Group
Sadly, we had several consecutNe meetlngs of this fortnlghtly 8roup with no attendance. The￿fore,
Jan Smith and I took the d￿lCu￿ decision to discontinue the group.
Recharge and Recharge Plus
Recharge 15 a weekly ￿T0p-In at Thongsley Fields School. l usually take responsibility for Recharge
Plus, a reflective actlvSty with an encouraglng Chr5stlan message at the end of each session. Special
thanks to Jenny Castle for always being there to make hot drinks and clear up so that Jane Brooks
and I can be free to have conversations and support the parents.
Coneygear Senlors Lunch Club
I continue to attend this weekly Wednesday lunch club as a volunteer. My role is primarily pastoral.
People need to talk and to be listened to. l am gettin8 to know many people here well enough for
them to seek me out. Faith-related conversations can occur quite naturally in this environment.
Family Fun
I have helped with this after-school group at the Coneygear Centre most weeks, supportlng women
who attend WTth their children.
Church Services in Care Homes
I help with our monthty 5eTvices al Hunters Down and The Chase, usually leading the prayers.
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Leading and preaching
I have really enjoyed leading services and preaching. In 20241 led four Services. preached five times
and jointly led six All A8e services.
Associate Ministers Report- Jan Smlth
l am a Self-supporting Ordained Minister ISSOMI and I work as a Registered Brit15h Sign Language
Interpreter, to support my ministry in the church.
Most of my tlme is glven to Cambs Deaf Church ICDCI which has a Bishop's Misslon Order in Ely
Diocese. CDC is a young church, and along Wlth the challenges, it is a joy to see people slowly
growing in their faith and love for Jesus. Alon8side leading the Deaf Church. l also work as a Chaplain
to the Deaf and De3fblind Community in Ely Diocese.
However, it has been a Joy also to gwe my time to Huntin8don Parish a8ain this year as an Assoclate
Minister. As I work most of the time in a second language IBritish Sign Language). It Is a blesslng to
also minister in my first language, Englishl
A5 on A550ciate Minister in Huntingdon Parlsh..
l enjoy leadinglfacilitating Morning Prayer every Frfday on Zoom, with a group of devoted
ladies, who are committed to prayer for each other and the church.
I lead Midweek Communion once a month, on 3rd We(inesdays In All Saints church, at
9.30am.
I have been Involved with a monthly Church Prayer meetin8 on Zoom and a Ladles Connect
Broup on Monday evening. Attendance at both of these has been less than we hoped and
we are considering ways in which we can raise interest in these initiatives.
l oversee and maintain the Prayer spacelQuiet Area in the sanctuary of All Saints church. It is
much appreciated and often used by members of the church as a space for quiet reflection
and proyer. The space was used for a Prayer Focus durin8 Baby Loss Awareness week.
I condurted my first weddin8 in All Saints, In July 2024, which was a privile8e.
I condurted 2 baptism5 for babie5 of parents in HuntinBdon Parish.
l am available for baptisms, funerals, and weddings, if the staff team need me to take one.
I lea(1 Sunday seNices, other services, and preach on the rota. with the staff team.
A slgnlficant number of deaf people INe and work in and around Huntingdon, the ministry of
Huntingdon Parish extends to these deaf people too.
l interpret the 4th Sunday morning Service into BSL. and around 5- 10 deaf people regularlv
tome along. Deaf people are also welcomed at Chatty Café.
Integratlon
We are pleased with the integration of the Deaf Church wtth the hearing church, and deaf people
have led the prayers, been the welcomers. on a Sunday mornin& and provided the refreshment5
after the Christmas Carol Service.
I would like to do another Deaf Awareness and basic Sign Language Course for hearing people next
year, to further enable this integration, by gNing people confidence to communicate with our deaf
friends.
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Churchwardens Report- Colin Hardy
All Saints Church
This is the main church building and is used alrnost every day for outreach and /or church seNices.
The former vestry is now used as an ofFice a￿a with 3 workstations for the staff team and Parish
Administrator.
The building is now in generally good order.
During 2024 the parquet flooring of the Offi￿ area has been repaired. and the sanctuary area has
been reconfiBured to provide an area for prayer and contemplation. The altar table has been moved
to St Marfs church for safe keeping.
A programme of regular inspection of the roof, gutters and downpipes has been introduced.
A worktop boiler has been installed in the kitchen area to replace the faulty boilin8 water tap. Minor
repairs to the structure and fittings have been LAndertaken as and when required.
Work planned for 2025 includes:
regular and remedial work a5 required.
rede5iBn of the area of the churchyard in conlunttion with Huntingdon Town Council IHTCI
The churchyard Is maintained by HTC and we are appreciative of the high standard of their work.
l am in the process of p￿paring an Inventory of the contents of the church bulldin8. The sllverware
has all been photographed and photographs stored in an off-site l¢xatlon.
To the best of my knowledge and belief, no 5i8nificant items have gone missing in 2024.
St 8arnabas Church
St Barnabas maln church buildln81s in a poor state of repair and is onty used for a small number of
outreach events.
The annex contlnues to be leased to Ilttle Munchkins Day Nursery and is in reasonable condition.
During 2024 the rottin8 wooden window frames in the annex have been repaired.
The heating in the main hall was condemned during its annual sernice in December 2021 and is still
not functioninB.
The heatlng system in the sanctuary area Is not functioning.
The men's toilet has been closed and sealed due to the presence of asbestos lag8in8 on the tank of
the boiler and in the crumblin8 floor tiles.
St Mary's Church
St Marfs church building is in a poor state of repair and several issues were raised durln8 the
QuinqLtennial Inspection lQll in November 2023.
The electrical systems have now been inspected and repaired, and the building is now safe for use.
However, the heating system has now faile(l and the building can only be used in the warmer
months of the year. It has been used for occasional weddings and funerals.
Discussions with the Ely Diocese Church Buildings Team took place during 2024 and a"Friends of St
Mary's Church Huntingdon" wlll be formed to attempt to raise money for repairs and to engage the
wider community in the care and use of the building.
The churchyard is maintained by HTC and we are appreciative of the high standard of their work.
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The Ecclesiastical Parish ol Huntingdon
PCC Secretarfs Report- Colin Hardy
The PCC ha5 the responsibility for co-operating wrth the incumbent in promoting in the ecclesiastical
parish the whole mission of the Church. pastoral. evangelistic. social and ecumenical.
It has maintenance responsibilities for the ancient Parish Churches of All Saints and St Marfs and
the modern thurch of St Barnaba5.
The PCC meets every other month with the Stsnding Committee ofthe PCC meeting in the alternate
months.
The PCC currently has 8 members consisting of 3 clergy, the churchwarden, 3 elected members and
one co-opted member. The meetin85 are also attended by the Operations Manager. The PCC does
not currently have a treasurer and this role 15 undertaken by the Operation5 Manager,
In additlon to the routine matters assoclated with the running of 3 thurth buildings, the PCC revlews
the parlsh finances and safeguarding matters. A considerable amount of time durin8 2024 was
taken up with issues arising from a new building encroaching onto the churchyard of 5t Mary'5
church.
At each meetin& the PCC receNes reports on youth ministry, children and families ministry, pastoral
carei pioneer ministry and the work wf(h the deaf community from leaders in the respertive areas.
Safeguardlng report- Jon Randall
Throughout the year the PCC has complied with the duty to have "due regard" to the House of
BSshops' Safeguarding Policy and Practlce Guidance.
We recogni5e the hu8e importance of safeguardin8 and compliance with all the related
requirements. We use the national Church's Safeguarding Parish Dashboard to ensure that all
safeguarding compllance is attended to. We have reached the highest level which is "Stage 3" on the
hub.
The dashboard facilitates the production of a Safeguarding Action Plan and a Safeguardin8 Action
Summary and a copy of each of these is presented to and discussed at every PCC meeting. PCC is
also kept up to date with any safeguarding incidents which are required to be reported.
Operatlon Managerfs Report- TIM Brooks
I continued as acting Treasurer during 2024 as well as my other widesp￿ad, scheduled and 'on
demand" duties during my 3 days per week. Whilst these duties are mainty focused on activities at
All Saints, activities at St Marfs and St Barnabas also take up my time.
Particular challenge5 thi5 year include:
The need to improve the way we handle Food Hygiene at our events
Renewing our energy contracts
These are ongoing in 2025 which is currentfy the final year for which there is CMTfunding for the
Operation Managers role.
l am gratefvl for the ongoing support provided by Colin Hardy as Churchwarden and PCC Secretary.
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The Ecclesiastical Parish of Huntin8don
FINANCIAL REVIEW
As detailed below the Parish had an income of £218.87112023'. E218.9491 and an expenditure of
£245,71112023: £384.6811. the deficit of £26,83912023: £165.7321 being funded from reseNes.
2024 was year 4 of a 5 year budget where the PCC plan to fund a deficit from reserve5 whilst the
church community is growing through the work of the team funded by the Ely Diocesan Changing
Market Towns Project and the growing group of volunteer5 from the church community.
The prlmary source of fundlng remalns the grant from Ely Diocese for the Changing Market
Town workers, with all other areas bein8 broadly statlc or showing a slight increase, e.8.
Donations and Planned Giving increased by £2,570.
The maln source of for the large variatlon In expenditure was the repair work on All Salnts
Tower carrled out in 20231£147,9901 and the transfer of Thrive funds in 2024 of £12,451.
Excludln8 the transfer of thrlve funds the def iclt was £14.38812023 after excluding major
repairs: £6,060).
INCOME SUMMARY
Don•ti
Planned Gi¥in6"
57%
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The Ecclesiastical Parish of Huntingdon
EXPENDITURE SUMMARY
£l•ryy & stsff
S•hrt•*&
Chuich Buildtn"
Experts•s
Asset Pollcy
Assets wlth a value over £250 are recorded in the asset re¥￿eT and depreciated usin8 a straight-line
method over 5 years.
Investment and Reserves.
The Parish of Huntln8don PCC hold investment5 {reseNesl valued at £702,66312023 £718,896) on 31
December 2024, These funds are invested through CCLA In a C8F Investment fund 1£). This Is
monitored quarterly wlth the pl?n to relnvest the ftjnds as the base rate drops.
It Ss the policy of the PCC to maintain a balance in reserves that equate5 to at least 6 months
expenditure to cover emer8ency situations that may arise from time to time. The remainder of the
reseryes are invested for purposes identified in the investment policy.
Joanna Harvey
Treasurer
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The Ecclesiastical Parish ol Huntingdon
Structure, Governance and
Management
Constitutlon
The Parothial Churth Councils (Powers) Measure 1956amended and the Church Representation Rule5
(contained in Schedule 3 to the Synodical Government Measure 1969 as amendedl.
Pollcy of recrultment and tralnlng of new Trustees
The power ol appointing and removing Trustees is govemed by the rule5 laid down in the Church
Representation Rules IGeneral Provisions $14lal. There must be a minimum of 5 trustees. The
following are ex officio members of the PCC-
All licensed clergy Iwithout limit on the numberl:
All licensed lay ministers Iwithout limit on numberl:
Deanery Synod reps Icurrently onej:
Churchwardens lup to fourl:
Management
All decisions are made by the PCC at plenary meeting5 which meet at approximately eight weekly
Intervals. A standlng committee advises the PCC and has powers to make decisions dele6ated by PCC
and to authorise expenditure of up to £500 lor such other amount as mi8ht be a8reed by PCCI and
meets as required.
Trustees are responslble lor agreelng the strate8les of the charity, ensurlnB compliance with all
relevant laws and 8overnln8 documents, agreelng policies and ensuring the charty Works wlthln ￿5
financial resources.
Specrfic areas of responsibillty, essentlal forthe smooth running of the Charity, are taken by indlvidual
Trustees who report to the Commlttee at their reguFar meetings and also maintain contact with
Committee members between meetin85. as necessary. Trustees are encouraged to include other
members to help theln within their area of responsibility.
Rlsk Management
The Trustees are awarethat they are responsible forensuring that any risks arising from their activltles
are adequately a55essed and insured where possible and that all expenditure Is properly authorised
and the payment thereof subjeci to internal check5.
Volunteers
The value of seryices provided by volunteers is not incorporated into the financial statements. The
Parish of Huntingdon could not fulfil its service and ministry in the local area without the selfless
support from volunteers. The PCC gratefully acknowledge the 5UPPOrt of many people and hope to
build on the creative partnership of stipendiary clergy, paid staff and volunteers In the coming year.
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The Ecclesiastical Parish of Huntingdon
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE
INFORMATION
The Trustees and Officers seNing since the last year end and the date of SiBnin8 this report were..
Trustees:
Revd Jon Randall (Chairl
Gabriel Adu5ei
Gill Avery
Revd Mithael Booker- Re5i8ned 17th July 2024
Colln Hardy
Neil Pedlar- ftesi8ned 23rd May 2024
Stephanle Pedlèr- Resigned 23rd May 2024
Revd Leo Orobor- Appointed 5th September 2024
Revd Jan Srnith
Stephanie Waldron
Trea5urer'.
Joanna Harvey- Appointed 61h January 2025
Reglstered Offlce:
St Barnabas Vicarage, Coneygear Road, Huntin8don PE29 IRQ
Charity Registration No- 1192804
Bankers:
The Co-operative 8ank
PO Box 250. Southway, Skelmersdale. WN8 6WT
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The Ecclesiastical Parish of Huntingdon
Statement of Trustees,
Responsibilities
The Charity Trustees are Tesponslble for preparing a Trustees, annual report and finantlal statements in
accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Standards (United
Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practicel.
Charities lawrequire5theTru5teestopreparefinanciolstatement5foreachyeaTwhich8iveatrueandfair view
ofthe5tateofaffairsofthecharity and ofthe incoming resourcesandapplication of resources, including
the income and expenditure olthe charity lorthat period. In preparin8 those financial statements, the
Trustees are requlred to..
Select suitable accountin8 policies and then apply them con5iStentlv
Observe the methods and principles of the Charitie5 SORP
Makejudgements and estimatesthat are reasonable and prudent
State whether applicable UX accountlTr8 standards have been followed, subject to any departures and
explained in the financial stalements.
Preparethe Ilnancialstatements ontheBolngconcern basis unlessltlslnappropriateto presume
that the company will tontinue in business
The Trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting Tecords whith disclose with reasonable
accuracy at anytSme the Ilnancial position olthe Charity and io enable them to ensureihat the financial
statementscomplywiththecharities Act 2016. Theyarealsoresponsibleforsafeguardingtheassels of CharRy
and hence taklng reasonable steps forthe preventlon and detection of fraud and other Irregularlties.
This report has been prepared in accordance withthecharities Art 2016.
Approved by the Board on 151h September 2025 and signed on its behalf by:
Revd Jon Randall
Rertor & Chalr
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THE INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S
REPORTTO THE TRUSTEES OF THE
ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF
HUNTINGDON
I report to the charivs twstees on my examination of the accounts of the Éccleslastical Parish of
Huntingdon for the year ended 31 December 2024.
Responslbilitles and basls of report
As the charity trustees of the Fund you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in
accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 Ilhe Act"). The charit¢s trustees
onsider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144121 of the Charities Act 2011 Ithe
2011 Act) and that an independent examination is required.
I report in respect of my examination of the Fund's accounts carrfed out under section 145 of the Act
and in carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charlty
Commission under section 1451511bl of the Act.
Independent Examlnerfs Statement
I have completed my examination. I confimi that no material matters have come to my attention In
connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
AccountlnB records were not kept in accordance wrth section 130 of the Art. or
The accounts do not accord with these records- or
The accounts do not comply wr(h the applicable requirements concerning the form and
contents of accounts set out in the Charities IAccounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other
than any requirement that the accounts give a "true and tairt 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 connectlon wrth the examinatlon to
whlch attentlon should be drawn in thls report In order to enable a proper understanding of the
accounts to be reached.
David S Black CA
For ESB Accountsncy
Reportlng Accountsnts
9 Monlca Drlve
Cheltenham
GL50 4NQ
Dated: 18th September 2025
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The Ecclesiastical Parish ol Huntingdon
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY
Parish of Huntingdon
For the year ended 31 December 2024
Unrestricted Restrlcted
Funds
Funds
31.12.24
31.12.23
Total fund5 Totsl funds
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and le8acies
Charitsble activities
28.963
126.155
155,118
157,045
Church activities
35.824
35,824
40,074
Reallocations
Investment income
27,629
300
27,929
21,830
Total
92A16
126,455
218,871
218,949
EXPENDITURE ON
Cost of 8eneratln8 funds
Other activities
1,783
475
2,258
1,756
1.783
475
2,258
1,756
Charltable actlvltles
5&6
Minlstry and misslon
57,989
134,722
192,711
194,580
Property
50,688
54
50,742
188,345
Total
110,460
135,251
245,711
384,681
Net 8ainslllossesl on investTnents
8.767
,767
35,637
NET INCOMEIIEXPENDITUREI
19,2771
18,7961
118,0711 1130,0951
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward
733,260
32,315
765,575
885,759
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD
723,983
13,407
737,390
765,575
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The Ecclesiastical Parish ol Huntingdon
BALANCE SHEET
Parish of Huntingdon
As at 31 De￿mber 2024
2024
Total funds
2023
Total funds
Unrestricted
fund5
Restricted
funds
Notes
FIXED ASSETS
Tangible a55et5
Investments
io
773
773
900
li
689,256
13,407
702,663
718,896
690,029
703,436
719,796
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors
12
6,870
Cash at bank
39,112
39,112
33,881
39,696
39,696
40,751
CREDITOR5
Amounts fallin8 due within one year 13
NET CURRENT ASSErs
15,7421
33.954
15,7421
14,9531
33,954
35,789
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT
LIABILITIES
723.983
13,407
737,390
755,594
NET ASSETS
723,983
13,407
737,390
755,594
FUNDS
14
Vnrestricted funds
723,983
723,279
Restricted funds
13,407
32,315
TOTAL FUNDS
737,390
755,594
The financial statements were approved by the Board of Twstees and authorised for issue on 15th
Spetember 2025 and were signed on its behalf by:
Revd Jon Randall
Rettor & Chair
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The Ecclesiastical Parish of Huntingilon
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR
ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
I. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basls of preparlng the financlal statements
The financial Statements ot the charity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been
prepared in accordance with the Charities SOAP IFRS 1021 'Accountin8 and Reporting by Charities..
Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance
with the Financial Reporting Standord applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021
leffective l January 20191,, Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financlal Reporting Standard
applltable in the UK and Republic of Ireland. and the Charities Act 2011. The financial statements
have been prepared under the historical cost convention wTrth the exceptlon of investments whlch
are included at market value. a5 modified by the revaluation of certain assets.
The charity has taken advantage of the following disclosure exemptlon In preparlng these financlal
statements, as permitted by FRS 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and
Republlc of Ireland,:
The requirements of Section 7 Statement of Cash Flows.
Income
Income is included when earned i.e. when cash is received or when its receipt Ss consldered certa5n.
Tax recoveries on 8ift ald income are recognised on being earned by the church.
Investment income Ss recognised on receipt and represents Interest and dividends arisin8 from funds
held with accredited banking instilution5 such as CCLA.
Expendlture
Expenditure is accounted lor on an accruals basis and has been classified under headln8S that
aB8reBate all costs related to the category.
Governance costs
These are principally costs paid to third parties for mana8ement purposes.
Allocatlon and apportlonment of costs
Support expenditure has been allocated directly to the relevant activlty cost category.
Indirect costs, Including premises and office costs, have been alkjcated on ihe basis of each actNity
cost In relatlon to total directcosts.
Tanglble fixed assets
Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to wrste off each asset over its
estSmated usefvl life.
Machinery and equipment
Taxation
20% on c05t
The charity is exempt from corporation tax on r(5 charitable activities. It is not, however, exempt
from VAT and irrecoverable VAT is included in the costs of those items to which tt relates. VAT on
building repairs is reclaimed rfeligible as there is a facilTty for listed places of worship to recover
some VAT through a grant scheme.
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The Ettlesiastical Parish of Huntlngdon
Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 310 D￿rnber 2024
Fund accounting
Funds are classifsed in the manner in whlch they are generated-
The General (Unrestricted) Fund deals with funds that can be spent generally for furthering
the religious and charitable work of the Churches and Charity.
Designated Funds are funds that have been set aside for specific purposes but which Can be
returned to the General Fund at any time if a Church Meeting so decides.
Restricted Funds are funds whose use is restricted accordingto the terms on whlch they were
reCe￿ed, e.8. outreach collettions for specific causes or Endowment Funds.
Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial
statements.
2. DONATIONS AND LEGACIES
31.12.24
31.12.23
Donatlons and planned 8ivlne
Grants
30,331
27,761
J23,935
125,814
Legacles
GiftAid
852
3,469
155,118
157,045
3. GENERATING FUNDS
31.12.24
31.12.23
Fee retained
6,095
3,427
Church lettlngs & Electricky generatlon
29,729
29,613
35,824
33,040
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The Ecclesiastical Parish ol Huntingdon
Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 315t D￿mber 2024
4. INCOME FROM GRANTS
Grants received. included in the above. are as follows:
31.12.24
31.12.23
Ely Diocese Central Market Towns grant
For Thrive Activities Ivariousl
113.495
113,790
10,440
11,524
Ely Diocesan Association of Bell Ringers
Listed Places of Worship- VAT Brant
500
123,935
125,815
5. DIRECT COSTS OF CHURCHACTIVITIES
31,12.24
31.12.23
Ely Diocese Parish Share
Mission 8ivlnB & donations
Local mission & evangelism
Salarles
44,326
42,621
12.613
228
18,736
23,410
114,544
109,284
Cler8y & staff expenses
2,492
2,739
192,711
178,282
6. SUPPORT COSTS
31.12.24
31.12.23
Church building major ￿paI
Church building runnlnA expenses
5,133
147,990
40,802
34,245
Governance costs
4,182
1,975
Asset depreciation
625
1,716
50,742
185,926
7. TRUSTEES, REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
The Church reimbursed the cost of purchases made by officials and obtained funds arisinB from the
activities of ofFicials, trustees and members of the church. No Trustee received any benefit from
supply of services.
Trustees, expenses
There wère no tnistèes, expenses paid for the year ended 31 December 2024, nor for the year
ended 31 December 2023.
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The Eccle5ia5tical Parish of Huntingdon
Notes to the Flnandal Statements for the Year Ended 31# December 2014
8. STAFF COSTS
The total emoluments of employees of the Church were £102,12412023: £102,124).
The average monthty number of employees during the year was as follows:
31.12.24
31.12.23
No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000.
9. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL
A￿1VITIEs
Unrestricted
fvnds
Restrlcted Total funds
funds
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
Charltable artlvltles
28,020
129,025
157,045
Church activities
40,074
40,074
Investment income
21,530
300
21,830
Other Income
Total
89,624
129,325
218,949
EXPENDITURE ON
Cost of raising funds
Char5t?ble artlvltles
1,710
46
1,756
Ministry and mi55ion
Property
73,045
121,535
194,580
188,345
188,345
Totsl
263,100
121,581
384,681
Net Glin on Investments
35,637
35,637
NET INCOMEIIEXPENDITURE)
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
1137,8391
7,744
1130,0951
Total funds brought forward
861,118
24,571
885,759
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD
723.279
32,315
755,594
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The Ecclesiastical Parish ol Huntingdon
Notes to the Flnancial Statements for the Year Ended 31 De￿fflber 2024
10.TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
Plant and
equipment
Computer
equipment
Tota15
COST
Al ljanuary 2024
Additions in year
6,487
700
7,187
499
At 31 DecembeT 2024
6,986
700
7,686
DEPRECIATION
At l January 2024
Charge for year
At 31 December 2024
5,587
700
6,287
626
626
6,213
700
6,913
NET BOOKVALUE
At 31 December 2024
773
773
At 31 December 2023
900
9W
11.FIXED ASSET INVESTMENTS
Llsted
Investments
MARKET VALUE
At l January 2024
Disposals
718,896
125,0001
8,767
RevalL4atlons
At 31 December 2024
702,663
NET BOOK VALUE
At 31 December 2024
702,663
At 31 December 2023
718,896
As at 31" December 2024. 31.93% of total investments1£352,6631 was invested overseas.
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The Ecclesiastical Parish of Huntingdon
Notss to the Ffnanclal Statements lor the Year Ended 31st De￿mber 2024
12.DEBTOR5: AMOUNTS DUEWITHIN ONE YEAR
2024
2023
Sundrydebtors & prepayment5
5,484
13.CREDITORS: AMou￿rS DUE WITHIN ONE
2024
2023
Sundry credftor5 & accrua15
5,742
4,953
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The Eulesiastic31 Parish of Huntingdon
Notes to the Flnantsal Statements lor the Year Ended 31" December 2024
14.MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
Net
movement
in funds
7ran5ter
between
furids
At 1.1.24
At 31.12.24
Unrestrlrted funds
General fund
244.192
9,485
12,4141
{5,2171
253,677
9,986
Designated.. _ St Bamabas Church
Desi8nated.' _ All Saints Refvrbishment
Desi8nated.. _ Member Grants Fund
Desi8nated.. _ YoLrth & Children's Missionary
Desi8nated.' _ Curates Fund
Designated.. _ Children's Ministry Fund
Designated.. _ Youth Ministry Fund
12,400
304,249
75,000
70.000
5,277
6,333
5,828
299,032
75,000
70,000
3,989
6,995
5,304
11,2881
662
15241
723,279
704
723,983
Réstrlctèd fund$
Restricted: . Community Reach Fund
Re5tTlCted.. P?storal Fund
214
214
2,766
2,767
Restricted: Recharge
Restricted: CMT Grant
16
276
292
7,012
14761
118,3101
16991
6,536
Restricted: Thrive Project IGenerall
Restricted: Special Collections
Restrirted- Huntingdon Tower Fund
Restricted-St Marys Tower Fund
18.310
219
14801
1,977
1.977
745
745
Endowment fund- Land re Curfew Bell
1,056
300
1,356
32,315
118,9081
13,407
TOTAL FUNDS
755,594
118,2041
737,390
Notes:
l.) In c2023 the PCC agreed to the reinstatement of restricted funds for Huntingdon IAII Saints)
Tower and St Mary's Tower that had existed pre Parish merger but had been merged into a slngle
endowment fund. In the recalculation, £41 was transferred to the General Fund.

The Ecclesiastlcal Parlsh of Huntingdon
Notes to the financial Staternents tor the Year Ended 31" December 2024
14. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS- contlnued
Incoming Resources
resources
expended
Gains and
losses
Movement
in funds
Net movemenl in funds, included in the previous
page, are as follows:
Unrestrlcted funds
General fund
107.467
197,9821
9,485
Desi8nated:_ St Barnabas Church
Desi8nated:_ All Saints Refurbishment
Des18nated:_ Member Granls Fund
Desi8nated:_ Youth & Children's Missionary
Designated:_ Curates Fund
Designated:_ Children's Mlnlstry Fund
433
12,8471
16,0731
12,4141
15,2171
856
1,091
12,3791
19491
15241
11,2881
662
1,611
Desi8nated:_ Youth Ministry Fund
15241
111,458
1110,7541
704
Restrlrted fund5
Restricted:. Community Reach Fund
Restricted.. Pastoral Fund
Restricted.. Recharge
Restricted.. - CMT
276
276
112,639
1113,1151
14761
Restrirted.. Thrive Projert (8enerall
118,3101
118,3101
Restrlcted:_ Special Collectlons
16991
16991
Endowmentfund- Land re Curfew Bell
300
300
113.216
1132.1241
118,9081
TOTAL FUNDS
224,674
1242,8781
118,2041
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The Ecclesiastical Parish of Huntingdon
Note5 to the Flnancial Statements for theyear Ended 31st De￿rnbel 2024
14.
MOVEMENT IN FUNDS- conlinued
At
Net
movement
in funds
Transfer
At
between 31.12.24
funds
Current year 12 month5 and prior year 12 month5
combined position is as follov45:
1.1.23
Unrestrlcted funds
General fund
205.872
63,821
116,0161 253,677
9,986
Designated.._ St Barnabas Church
Designated.'_ All Saints Refurbishment
Designated.._ Parish Share Expenses
Designated.._ Member Grants Fund
Desi8nated.._ Youth & Children's Missionary
Designated.'_ Curates Fund
Designated.'_ Children's Ministry Fund
Designated.'_ Youth Ministry Fund
13,8CiI
13,8141
1153.8431
142.6221
452,875
299,032
26,565
16,057
75,￿)
75,000
70,CKKI
70,000
5,277
11,2881
1.246
3,989
5.749
6,995
16961
5,304
861,138
1137,1961
41 723,983
Restrlrted funds
Re5tricted.' . Community Reach Fund
Restricted.. . Pastoral Fund
214
214
2,766
2,767
Restricted.. Recharge
Restrlcted.. - CMT
16
276
292
1,960
4,575
6,536
Restrlcted.. Thrlve Prolect (General}
Restrtcted.. Thrlve Project (General}
Restricted.. Thrive Projett IGener811
Restricted.. Special Collections
Restricted.. Huntin8don Tower Fund
Restricted.. _ St Marfs Tower Fund
Endowment fund- Land re Curfew Bell
13,241
113,7351
12121
12,7611
15011
494
750
15381
44
2,717
21
14801
1,977
1,977
745
745
2,885
1,234
12,7631
1,356
24.571
111,1231
1411
13,407
TOTAL FUNDS
885,709
1148,3191
737,390
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The Ecclesiastical Parish of Huntinzdon
Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31st December 2024
MOVEMENT IN FUNDS- contlnued
Incoming Resources
resources
expended
Gains and
losses
Movement
in funds
Current and prior year combined net movement in
funds. Included Sn the prevlous pège. are as folk>ws:
Unrestrfcted funds
General fund
177.780
112,4151 130,365
13,7221
1271,2521
196,4981
294,326
Desi8nated:_ St Barnabas Church
De5ignated:_ All Saints Refurbishment
Designated:_ Parlsh Share Expenses
Desi8nated:_ Member Grants Fur
Deslgnated:_ Youth & ChIld￿n.$ Missionary
13,7221
1234,6231
196,4981
36,629
De5i8nated:_ Curates Fund
Desi8nated:_ Children's Mlnlstry Fund
Desi8nated:_ Youth Ministry Fund
17231
11,5041
11721
17231
187
11721
1.417
215,826
1386,2861 130,365
141,4991
Reslrlcted funds
Restrlcted:_ CommUn￿Y Reach Fund
Restrlcted: P85toral Fund
1271
1271
Re5tritted: Recharge
Restricted:_ CMT
38
38
5.092
11,3241
14.7131
12121
118,2571
11,2801
125,8131
1412,0991 130,365
3,768
Restricted:_ Thrive Project Igenerall
Restricted:. Thrlve IBiblical Resources)
Restricted:_ Thrive ISalaries1
12.723
8,010
12121
112,8221
11,0821
5.436
Endowment fund- Land re Curfew Bell
198
23.487
12,3271
143,8261
TOTAL FUNDS
239,313
15. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES
As part of the Diocese of Ely the Parish paid a parochlal levy to the Diocese of £44,32612023-
£42,622) and received grants of £112,63912023- 1£113,8541 for mission activities.
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