## Christ Church Lichfield ## Annual Reports ## and ## Financial Review ## of the Parochial Church Council ## Presented to the Annual Parochial Church Meeting 16[th] May 2023 (Previous APCM was held on 3[rd] May 2022) ## **a. Report from the Church Wardens** ## **Introduction** This report is about what we have done as Church Wardens during 2022. **As before, throughout the year we have aimed to be there quietly in the background, underpinning the work of our church and congregation.** We have supported the opening of the church for private prayer as often as possible throughout the year, and as a place of comfort and solace, offering a book of condolence, following the death of our dear Queen Elizabeth II. We have met with the Vicar and Ordinand in training, each Tuesday morning, as regularly as possible, to maintain a weekly focus on parish matters. Our Beacon editor has attended a Tuesday meeting before every publication to ensure that events are properly publicised - our weekly notice sheet was re introduced during the latter part of the year, aimed at keeping you abreast of what is happening, provide you with other items of news, to encourage charitable giving and to act as a prayer prompt - Liaising with and being involved in the PCC sub committees on an ongoing basis - Putting in to practice the relevant guidelines, as advised by the Diocese - Working as a happy, easy-going, co-operative team, using our skills and talents in the best way we can, to support our vicar, our Ordinand in training, and the Parish ## Implementing **our Mission Action Plan** Your churchwardens worked closely with our vicar and PCC to pursue the 2022-23 Mission Action Plan objectives. We supported: - Existing worship initiatives, and the consideration of new or alternative initiatives - • Pastoral care - Community links, through our links with Christ Church School, and monthly visits to worship with the residents at Andrews House, Beacon Park Village, and Rosemary Lodge. Taking a lead role, with others, in fellowship events - Keeping links with Pathway Project by encouraging financial donations, and Lichfield Foodbank with donations of food - Initiatives to enhance the fellowship of our Christian community, through our Lent and Advent courses - Charitable giving and encouraged giving to special initiatives at Harvest, Christmas and Easter - Places of Welcome initiatives, becoming A Place of Warm Welcome during winter months, extending our times, and offering soup & a roll ## Also we have: - Developed plans for 2023-24 as outlined in the Mission Action Plan, based on our experience and information gleaned from previous years, and adapted to move us forward, encouraging the growth of our congregation. We will keep you informed and continue to value any comments you have to make - Continued to support our Ordinand in training in his ministry - Supported the United Benefice - Continued to review our Governance documents - Supported the recruitment of volunteers and paid employees to fill a number of vacancies - Supported the aim to become an ECO church, achieving Silver and working towards Gold Award ## Finally Our vicar Jan has suffered periods of ill health. We are grateful to those who continue to support us and stepped in so willingly to lead our worship, particularly Roger, Nest, Helen and Nick. continued page 2 We are all about teamwork, so a huge thank you to all who have supported us in our work and contributed to the smooth running of our Parish during the last twelve months, without which our role would be impossible. We undertake this work willingly in the name of Christ. **Bill, Carol, Margaret and Toni** ## **b. Vicar’s report** o f 2022 for APCM 16[th] May 2023 In 2022 we were able to put the worst restrictions of the pandemic behind us and return to receiving Holy Communion in both kinds. Hygiene practices are still in place, with the paten with the wafers and the chalice containing the wine remaining covered during the Eucharistic prayer, and the use of hand gel before distribution. Due to ongoing technical issues we stopped livestreaming our services on Facebook, but our website has links to the St James Facebook page so people can access worship to watch via that. Nick continued his time with us most successfully, he is a great asset to the parish and the benefice and has taken leading roles in Celebration Praise, Families at Four and the Sustainability Group. He continues to support our worship at Rosemary Lodge and Beacon Park Village and has led and preached at both. Helen, Joel and Martha ably support Nick and it has been wonderful to have them with us for worship. Nick will ordained Deacon in July 2023, and he will be greatly missed when he moves to his curacy. Baptisms, weddings and funerals continue to take place in church. The numbers have reduced since before the pandemic but we hope and pray these will soon return to pre-pandemic levels. Places of Welcome continues to meet in person and has proved to be a popular event. From November we became a “Warm Welcome” hub, extending the hours that refreshments and fellowship is available to 9.30am until 1.00pm. A lunch of fresh soup and bread is available every week, usually cooked by Nick. He and Toni share the leadership of the event, and we are always happy to welcome new attendees and volunteers to support the leaders. Christ Church School returned to church for some acts of worship for all the year groups. We were delighted to have them back in church for services ranging from the Teddy Bear Service, to Harvest celebrations, the Leavers Service and Christmas events including the Reception Nativity Service and the Year 1 Carol Service. It is hoped that during 2023 we shall be able to lead worship in school as well. Tamsyn Ashton became a Foundation Governor, and we are grateful for her commitment to our relationship with our church school. We had the pleasure of +Michael, Bishop of Lichfield, preaching and presiding at our Communion Service on Epiphany Sunday. As ever he was on good form and was very happy to be with us. Families at Four began again in January, with a break for the summer holidays. It has a steady regular congregation and we have built up good links with the families who attend. Nick has been a driving force in delivering this service, and a good time is had by all, young and slightly older! For the final F@4 of the year we had “Carols around the Crib”, an upbeat time of singing and refreshments in the churchyard. Over 40 people attended, old and young alike and it was a great success which I am sure we will repeat in future years. On 6[th] March we held a Memorial Service for Peter Elliott. It was a wonderful event and much enjoyed and appreciated by the many people who attended. It was a fitting tribute to a much missed member of our church family. We restarted our Faith Journey talks by members of the congregation in March, continuing throughout the year. Val Geary, Sue Lea, Wanda Ful and Linda Fell spoke to us about how their faith has shaped their lives. continued overleaf page 3 Unfortunately I was unwell during Holy Week, so Archdeacon Sue preached and presided at the Maundy Thursday service, as well as leading with Nick and John Shand at the Service of the Last Hour on Good Friday. I am pleased to say that I was well enough to be back in church on Easter Day, and my thanks go to Nest and Nick who also led worship on this most holy day. Our Annual Memorial Service took place on 30[th] October, and many people who had lost loved ones during the previous 12 months attended. We gave out gifts of rosemary plants which were much appreciated. Christmas was celebrated in fine style, beginning with our Families at Four Carols around the Crib on 27[th] November, followed by the Scout’s Carol Service in 4[th] and our Carol Service on the 18[th. ] Nick and Carol Young led the Birthday Service on Christmas Eve afternoon, which as ever was a joyful event. Our worship on Christmas Day was well attended and the perfect way to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Saviour. Our services in Rosemary Lodge, Andrew House and Beacon Park Village returned in 2022, and it was a pleasure to be among our friends in these places again. We supported a variety of charities during 2022. Our Lent and Easter charity was Cerebra, an organisation which supports children in the UK living with a brain condition. At Harvest we supported the work of Practical Action, a charity which helps people living in poverty to change their world by training sympathetic to their area and living conditions. Our Christmas Charity was End of Life Doulas, and our own Sue Lea spoke to us about the important role these trained professionals can have with those facing the end of their life. We shared our Lent and Advent courses with people from St James, Longdon. For Lent we studied the film “Chocolat” and the course was ably led by Nick. During Advent we studied the book “They Sang”, which looks at the 4 great songs of the Christmas story, and what they can teach us about living in faith today. My thanks go to all who attended and shared so much. As ever, we had some wonderful social events during the year. Our Quiz Night in February was great fun, as were our celebrations for HM the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in June, which were hosted by Bill in his beautiful garden. In July a coach full of us enjoyed a trip to Tutbury Castle, at the kind invitation of Lesley Smith the curator. The weather was fine and it was a lovely afternoon. At the end of July we held a very successful Produce Sale, drawing in many people, we hope to make this an annual event. In October we hosted a Family Fun Event for Harvest, which was great fun, we shared food and fellowship, songs, jokes and dancing. In November we celebrated the music of Peter Elliott in a concert of his music entitled “Thank God for the Gift of Music”. My thanks go to Molly and Peter and all who took part, it was a truly fitting tribute to Peter’s talent. Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without our annual Christmas Fair. After many years Julia has led her final one, but I am glad to say that Rosemary will be championing the event for 2023. Following the death of H.M. the Queen on the 8[th] September, we had a Book of Condolence in church, where people could pay their respects and share their thoughts and memories of our late monarch. This was greatly appreciated by the whole community. As ever, I am so grateful for all the hard work done behind the scenes to keep people connected and our church building in good condition. Special thanks must go to Toni our Church Warden and Carol, Bill and Margaret our Assistant Wardens; John Shand, Reader at St James, and Nick who was also tireless in his hard work and support. So many people do so much for Christ Church, that if I were to name them all this report would be twice as long! But even if you aren’t named, my thanks go to you for all you do for our church family and our community. My prayer for 2023 is that we continue to live and grow as the family of God at Christ Church, Lichfield. God bless you all. Jan page 4 ## **c. Worship Leaders Team Report for 2022** The Team are: Carol Young, Toni Clarke, Heather Jones, Dave Mackenzie, Tammy Ashton, Roger Hindley, Nest Bateman, Helen Woodhead, Brian Williams, Nick Smith and Jan Waterfield. The Worship Leaders Team meet to plan services and to enable mission through our worshipping together. As we began the year with the majority of the restrictions of the pandemic behind us, the WLT were able to work in a much more usual way. During 2022 we returned to offering Holy Communion in both kinds, a move that was gratefully received by many. Of course those who wish to receive in one kind only are very welcome to do so. We continue to maintain strict hygiene standards, with the chalice and paten being covered during the Eucharistic Prayer, and the use of hand gel before the distribution. We held Lent and Advent Courses this year. For Lent we studied the film “Chocolat”, and the course was ably led by Nick. During Advent we studied the book “They Sang”, which looks at the 4 great songs of the Christmas story, and how their words can still impact and guide us today. My thanks go to all those who attended and shared so much. We continue to offer a variety of services during each month. Our 8am Communion service on the 1[st] and 3[rd] Sunday of each is from the Book of Common Prayer, and is attended by a small but faithful group of worshippers. Our 9.30am service is usually Holy Communion, except for the 3[rd] Sunday of each month when have Celebration Praise. Due to my ongoing health issues we stopped the 4pm service of Holy Communion on the 3[rd] Sunday of each month in June. It is hoped this will be reintroduced next year. Our evening services continues to be said and take place on the 2[nd] and 4[th] Sunday of each month at 6pm. Families at Four started in January in the Martin Heath Hall, and has attracted families with young children. Nick has led many of these and we are very grateful for his experience in leading this type of worship. Christ Church School returned to church for a variety of services throughout the year, although we haven’t yet returned to leading worship in school. It is hoped that this will recommence in 2023. Nick has been a wonderful addition to our Worship Leaders Team, bringing with him experience and enthusiasm. He will be greatly missed when he is ordained Deacon in July 2023, and moves to his curacy parish. Celebration Praise continues, led by a small but very able group of parishioners. If you would like to join this team you will be made very welcome. Our services in Rosemary Lodge, Andrew House and Beacon Park Village have continued in their pre-pandemic pattern, and we are delighted to be able to worship with our friends in these places again. There is always the opportunity to help with any of our worship at Christ Church. Reading the lesson, leading the intercessions, training as a Lay Assistant or joining the WLT is open to you. My prayer for 2023 is that we can work together to enhance our pattern and delivery of worship. Jan ## **d. The Pastoral Team at Christ Church. 2023** Unfortunately during the lockdowns of 2020 and 2021 the PC Team were unable to meet, either in person or by Zoom, and after that many members of the team did not feel able to continue working for the parish in this way. Subsequently I have looked after pastoral care across the parish myself, and I am always grateful to hear if anyone is unwell or in some kind of need so that I can offer support. Our services in Rosemary Lodge, Andrew House and Beacon Park Village were re-established in 2022 so I have been able to connect with and support people who live and worship in these places. My thanks go to those who support these services. Jan Waterfield page 5 ## **e. Review of the Church Council’s Year (PCC Report)** The PCC met five times during 2022 (in addition to the APCM). Signed copies of the minutes of these meetings are available on request. Standing items discussed at PCC meetings include key areas such as finance, Martin Heath Hall, safeguarding, governance, fabric and churchyard, health and safety, sustainability, and mission and ministry. In addition, there is discussion of a variety of timely/relevant topics which have arisen. A number of reports are circulated to PCC members beforehand to enable them to attend meetings informed of key developments. There was a lot of work in the area of governance during 2022, with the drawing up and review of formal policy statements in areas such as GDPR, safeguarding, recruitment, social media, conflicts of interest and charitable giving. There were 13 members of the PCC up until the APCM in May 2022, when changes in membership left 12 members. In particular, the PCC was pleased to welcome Andy and Claire Goodman as new members. As honorary treasurer, Peter Grange remains a non-member. New members are always welcome to fill existing vacancies. As in previous years, a calendar of regular events for fellowship and fundraising was held and these were deemed to be a great success. The PCC look forward to more events in 2023. Jemimah Reid PCC Secretary April 2023 page 6 ## **f. Fabric and Churchyard Committee** The Committee comprises: Bill Turley, Larry Ridout, Julia Baker, John Pearce, Richard Paulson and David Hartley. We have met regularly through the past year. ## **Church Building** Various maintenance and improvement works have been carried out through the year to keep the building in a good state of repair. Regular inspections of the clock, bell and lightning conductor have been carried out as well as maintenance of the boiler. A new water pump had to be fitted when the system failed. Thanks to Peter Jones for his continued weekly clock winding and regular clearing of the gutters. The Nave emergency lighting units, which were replaced with a system which is wired into the mains so that the batteries are constantly charged, have now been permanently wired in. The lighting in the porch has been upgraded and made to operate on a movement switch. This has proved to be a very welcome improvement. Now, as anyone steps inside the front doors, the lights come on, giving a much better welcome into the building. The regular five yearly inspection of the church building and the churchyard was undertaken by our architect and he has produced his quinquennial report. Although the building is in generally good order both inside and out, some of the individual stones in the outside walls are beginning to degrade and getting to the point where they ought to be replaced. Because of the need for specialist scaffolding and the time involved, the work is necessarily costly. We have had an exploratory quotation to replace the worst of the stones, identified by the architect, of £42,000. The dilemma is that if we leave the work the costs will increase, but in time, more stones will need to be replaced and so the unit cost of each stone will be less. It is likely that we could spend a significant amount of money, on a regular basis, if we don’t get the timing right. At some point we are going to face a big bill for stonework repair. ## **Churchyard** The regular churchyard mowing and strimming has been undertaken by Chris Gittus. The cost of this work is covered by an annual grant from Lichfield City Council. His work has been supplemented by the monthly garden hours. We are grateful to the people who come regularly to help with keeping the churchyard looking tidy. We were pleased that all our efforts were rewarded again with a wildlife friendly award and also, a gold award in the Churchyard Award Scheme. The Bishop presented the certificates in October. The large lime tree was taken down because it had become diseased, it has now been replaced with a sapling, Thank you to everyone who puts in so much time and effort to maintain our English Heritage Grade ll listed building and its grounds. David Hartley Chairman, Fabric and Churchyard Committee page 7 ## **g. The parish magazine, The Beacon** Six editions of The Beacon were produced during the calendar year 2022. These have generally been available at the end of the month preceding the issue date. Producing the magazine remains an enjoyable and rewarding activity. The magazine has now reverted more or less to its pre-pandemic format as normality has returned to our lives and routines. We continue to publish reports from the school. I have attempted to keep the advance notice of worship as accurate as possible within the bounds of the magazine being published up to two months before some services and events. Hopefully the magazine still maintains an appeal to the wider community in the parish and the local area. The advertising revenue for the latest volume of the magazine (Volume 43) is slightly reduced as one full page advert was reduced to a half page. One advertiser declined to renew due to a full appointment book but was replaced with another in a similar line of business. Last year’s Volume 42 was extended to seven issues to change the financial year of the magazine to match that of the church accounts. From now on, all six annual issues will be totally within the calendar year to which they appertain. The option to receive copies by e-mail has continued into Volume 43 (2023) and remains a permanent feature. To overcome the delivery issues during the pandemic, free delivery was offered within the city rather than just within the parish as was always the case previously. This has now been discontinued with free delivery only within the parish. The price of the magazine was raised for 2023, agreed by the PCC to £2 per issue with all six copies for £10. This was the first price rise during my tenure as editor. Circulation fell very slightly due to bereavement although a couple of new subscribers were added to the circulation lists. Due to the price rise however, revenue in total for the magazine for Volume 43 is at an alltime high. Once more I have to express my gratitude to the contributors to whom I am extremely grateful. We are fortunate to maintain a number of reliable and regular contributors who send in either specific bi-monthly formats or less specific written articles of very high quality. These combine to produce the core of the magazine. We also have further ad hoc contributions in each issue. All of these are much valued. I would encourage anyone who has views and opinions on any matters to do with the church, the local area or the environment to voice them through the magazine. The magazine is willing to receive and publish articles on various issues and would encourage submission from any parishioners with a view on what we could do as individuals, as a church and as a society to help our local and wider community. Whilst it is obviously easier for me to receive articles by e-mail, I would encourage people who are maybe not PC literate not to be put off submitting material. I am always happy to type articles myself if they are hand written. It is our intention that all issues are printed on recycled paper from now on. Circulation and subscription records are dealt with by myself and Sue Price. Roy and Linda Fell continue to arrange distribution. Advertising renewal at the end of 2022 was dealt with by Nick Smith. We are particularly grateful to our dedicated team of distributors who deliver to houses around the parish. Gratis copies are delivered to Pathway, school and various elderly people’s residencies. Philip J Price Editor page 8 ## **h. The Martin Heath Hall** ## **Bookings:** Booking have returned to their pre-pandemic levels and the hall has operated at near full capacity most days and weekends. However, it has been a year of change as we have lost many established groups, notably the Stroke Club which had been meeting for over 40 years. We thank them for a generous donation towards the redecoration of the hall which is planned for 2023. This year saw many new groups starting. The Hall now has a varied mix of activities for all ages and is usually in use seven day a week. ## **Finances:** We have had to manage the heating and lighting costs very carefully this year because of the high energy costs. Consequently, hire rates had to increase in September. The typical cost of gas and electric for the winter months was over £600 per month. This is after the government energy help scheme! Jenny retired at the end of January 2022. The cleaning of the hall is now carried out by a local company called ‘Taylor Maid’. They come in on a Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and at weekends when required. ## **Maintenance:** It has been a year of major maintenance: - ➢ We had the fire alarm system replaced as we were experiencing frequent false alarms. - ➢ The summer saw us experience a flood situation with water pouring in down the inside wall of the Main Hall and Leomansley Room. The issue was identified as part of the roof timber was rotten and needed replacing. - ➢ We replaced the three hand driers in the toilets. - ➢ Two outdoor security lights replaced. - ➢ We finally completed the installation of a Defribullator. It has been registered on the ‘Connect’ location database and is ready (let’s hope it never gets used) for use by hall users, residents, and emergency services. - We acquired it from a charity called ‘London Hearts’ who gave us a £300 grant towards the cost. It is located at the side of the main doors in a locked heated cabinet. We were also happy to receive a generous donation by a local resident of Christchurch Lane who prefers not to be named, also from the 6[th] Lichfield Scouts. - ➢ WIFI is now installed in the hall. BT is the provider. ## **Parking** Parking is still an on-going issue with no easy solution. I am in communication with the scouts about this matter as sometimes it’s the users of the Scout Hut who use the car park as well as other people who think it’s a public car park. This is despite signs stating, ‘Parking for MHH users only’! Unfortunately, people just ignore the signs and park. We do need to find a solution to this problem as it does impact upon the users of the hall. ## **Hall Management** There still isn’t a hall committee so I confer with the Wardens and David Mackenzie and David Ramsbottom (previous members of the MHH Committee) when big decisions need be made. Overall, it’s been a very successful year for the hall, even with all the changes and maintenance issues and the feedback I receive from the users is usually very positive. John Waterfield Bookings Administrator page 9 ## **i. The Lichfield Deanery Synod for 2023 APCM** The Synod in June 2022 was held at St James’ Church Longdon Rev’d. Richard Westwood gave a presentation about Hands at Work in Africa and Link for Life.The Hands at Work Charity began early this century and has grown. The vision is for the local African churches to effectively care for the orphaned, widowed and dying. The charity works in 8 different countries in the north-east of Africa, offering Christian based help to the needy and victims of segregation. The project provides food, education and help by establishing ‘Life Centers’ where these three essential are provided. Carers are all volunteers and visit people in their own homes making sure they are safe, encouraging them to visit the Life Centers where they will receive friendship and food. They teach life skills to help them become independent. Volunteers offer hope and trust, provide uniforms for children to enable them to go to school. The project also helps people who have HIV and Aids as they often cannot receive medical treatment because they don’t have the correct documentation. Gradually they are making a difference to many who would die of starvation or lack of medical treatment. Just £20 a month provides a child’s needs. As families become independent the charity can then move to another community. Recently students from Cheslyn Hay, Great Wyrley and Penkridge High Schools have been fund raising for Hands at Work and also self-funding themselves to visit the Life Centers in Africa to help the charity. They have named their Charity `‘` Link for Life. St Anne’s Church supports Hands at Work by donating part of their 10% Charity Giving each month, but there are other ways to support the project. The Synod on Monday 12[th] September 2022 was held at St Chad’s Church, Lichfield. Kathy Lewis, Volunteer Coordinator of BBAF (Burntwood Be A Friend Community Shop) gave a brief outline of how and why BBAF began and how it has progressed throughout the last two and a half years. In 2019 when people were in ‘lockdown’, several churches and charities came together to help vulnerable residents to be able to access help with shopping, medication and many other necessities. In the beginning the services were free and many people were able to receive free groceries. Later, when restrictions were lifted, BBAF decided that they would like to help people become more independent with buying groceries and also to help people manage their finances and well-being. The outcome was `‘` Burntwood Be A Friend `’` Community Shop which was launched in November 2021. The charity received a large grant from Heritage Lottery and were able to negotiate with the local council for shop premises central to the community of Burntwood. They purchased food from ‘Fareshare’and also had donations of perishable food from The Co-operative and Morrisons. Today the Community Shop is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and people pay a small yearly subscription to become a member. Once a week members can go to the shop and purchase a variety of food, including frozen food and help themselves to perishable goods that local supermarkets have donated. There are also groups arranged to help people with their well-being. There are walking groups for men and women, and a community garden group. BBAF also help people to manage finances and/or housing problems. The charity employs 4 part-time workers who are able to be paid due to the lottery grant. In November the Synod held their meeting at Christ Church Gentleshaw. Rev’d Dr. Abbie Welch (Assistant Rural Dean and Chair of Shaping for Mission), related how Shaping for Mission had recently re-formed its mission. Abbie explained that in 2020 - 2022 a vision had been set but now a new Team had been formed and the vision is now focused on areas of need. The aim is spreading the Gospel with the resources available, and moving forward, focusing on what God wants us to do to achieve His mission. Three of the following six mentioned below would be discussed in further detail during 2022/3.The Vision areas prioritized were:- Evangelism and Discipleship (including Lost Generations);Online Presence (including online worship); Young people/Schools/ Families/Youth Work; New Housing Estates; Community Partnerships; Creation Care/Creative Use of Churchyards. The above have3 common threads – Prayer-Collaboration-Online presence. From 2022 the vision will emphasize Mission focusing on vision areas and common threads. The Team discussed and agreed three of the Vision areas thought to be a priority. page 10 - Young People and Schools, - New Housing (in particular the cost of living because of how many deprived areas there are in our Deanery) - Care for Creation. The other three areas of the Vision will be looked at in 2022/3. In the Summer of 2023, we will hopefully be able to review how far the process has come, look back on what has been achieved, plan our next steps, and decide what additional resources we still need. We will also need to plan which vision areas to take forward into the next 12 months, and how the Mission Action Plan of each parish could feed into the process of the Vision. In February 2023 the Synod held a Zoom meeting. The Rt. Rev’d Bishop Michael Ipgrave spoke to us about Lent and his personal observances. He began by reminding us that if we had attended an Ash Wednesday Eucharist Service we would have been reminded that Lent is a season of penitence and fasting. In the beginning Easter was a time when people became Christians by Baptism. Later it became a time of penitence. That is when Christians began to observe 40 days and nights of Lent, a time of penitence and repentance. Related to Jesus’ time of being tempted by the devil for 40 days and also in the Old Testament the Israelites wandering in the desert wilderness for 40 years . So, as we live in the wilderness of Lent we prepare ourselves travelling parallel to Jesus, and focusing on our sin.. Bishop Michael wished everyone a Blessed Easter. All Deanery Synod meeting are “Open Meetings”, and if the subject to be discussed is interesting and you want to know more, then please do come along and join us. You are always welcome. From a report by Anita Brookes of St. Anne’s, Chasetown page 11 ## **j. Friends of Christ Church Sub Committee Annual Report 2022** 2022 Committee members: David Hartley, Richard Paulson, Carol Young, Jan Waterfield, Joan Short. The accounts of the Friends for the year ending December 31st 2021 have been produced and have been consolidated into the Christ Church Lichfield PCC accounts by Tony Rate. The accounts showed we raised £862.50 in 2021 (including £138.50 gift aid recovery) and on the 31st December 2021 a sum of £743.08 is held in our account, for use only as described in the Terms of Reference of the Friends Sub Committee. In 2021 the Friends paid for the servicing of the Tower Clock and the check of the Lightening Conductor. The service of the clock indicated there was severe wear on the pulleys carrying the weights that drive the clock and the striking mechanism. The Friends arranged for these repairs to be made at a cost of £1920. Subsequently £320, the VAT element, was successfully recovered as a grant from the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme. £458.50, the Gift Aid and VAT recovery, was paid into the Church Fabric Fund which is a restricted fund covering work on the Fabric of the Church in line with our terms of reference. In 2022 our monies will be used to carry out work identified by the 2022 Quinquennial inspection of the Church Fabric, as well as other maintenance costs, including the lightning conductor testing, and clock servicing. Richard Paulson, Treasurer ## **k. Church Membership** **Electoral Roll Officers Report: April 2022 – May 2023** ## **Number on Roll 1[st] April 2022 - 91** ## **Number on Roll 1[st] May 2023 - 87** During this period there has been one addition to the roll: Philip William Mann There have been 5 names removed from the Roll during this period, all of whom sadly died: Geoffrey Venables Brown Kathleen Diane Clark Barry Page Irene Esther Speakman James Anderson Leonard Whittaker Reported by Electoral Roll Officer Joyce Berry – 1st May 2023 page 12 ## **Administrative Information** Christ Church is a parish within the United Benefice of Lichfield, Christ Church and Longdon. It is situated towards the west side of Lichfield city. It is part of the Diocese of Lichfield and in the deanery of Lichfield. The church address is The correspondence address is Christ Church Lane c/o The Vicarage Lichfield 95 Christ Church Lane Staffordshire Lichfield WS13 8AY Staffordshire WS13 8AL **Church Web-Site** www.christchurch-lichfield.org.uk **Facebook** Christ Church Lichfield -official **PCC Membership -** during the year the following served as members of the PCC: ## **Ex-Officio** Clergy Janet Waterfield Vicar Nick Smith Ordinand in training Churchwarden (2 church wardens elected annually) Toni Clarke Deanery Synod (3 representatives elected every 3 years, next election is due 2023, vacancies should be filled whenever possible) Bill Turley (also assistant warden) ## **Elected Members** Julia Baker Margaret Beddoe (assistant warden) to APCM 2022 Susan Lea retired May 2022 Richard Paulson retired May 2022 Michael Boyd retired May 2022 to APCM 2023 David Hartley Heather Jones to APCM 2024 David Mackenzie Carol Young (assistant warden) Julia Baker Margaret Beddoe (assistant warden) to APCM 2025 Andy Goodman Claire Goodman |**Non Members**|| |---|---| |Secretary|Jemimah Reid| |Hon Treasurer|Peter Grange| page 13 ## **CHRIST CHURCH LICHFIELD** ## - Financial Review Year ended 31st December 2022 The accounts presented are a consolidation (adding together) of the accounts of the 1. Church 2. Church Hall 3. Church Fees 4. Friends of Christ Church ## **Church** Overall giving increased by £373 in the year to £31,400 Income tax refund on gift aid increased by £521 to £7,925. (Year to 5th April 2022) Other fund raising initiatives increased by £1,241 to £3,426. Statutory Fees retained by the PCC increased by £3,295 in the year to £9,045. Overall unrestricted income increased by £7,483 to £55,358. Overall unrestricted Expenditure increased by £370 to £50,199. Major items were a reduction in Parish Share of £4,780 offset by higher Gas and electricity £1,244, salary of Parish administrator £3,000 and communications £387. The church had an excess of income over expenditure of £5,159 in unrestricted funds. With reserves the Church has cash balances of £37,243 at the year end, an increase of £3,161. In addition Friends of Christ Church raised £720 this year and spent £284 to pay for various Church repairs. ## **Hall** The Hall lettings income increased by £11,746 to £31,357. Expenditure increased by £12,180 to £34,527, with £8,580 maintenance, a return to full cleaning costs of £3,000 and a 43% increases in utility costs (£1,365) Major repair items were - Fire Alarm £3,245, Defibrillator £1,241(£1,000 donation received ) Overall there was an excess of income over expenditure of £2,129 in the year. However, as expenditure includes depreciation of assets of £3,264 (an accounting write off of assets over the number of years of useful life of the assets) cash balances of the Church Hall increased by £4,177 to £40,732. ## **Repair and Maintenance Restricted Fund** During the year a total of £637 was received in donations and grants and £6,311 was spent. Expenditure was £498 on a new mower £1,800 on porch lighting upgrade £1,998 on Central heating faulty pump £1,200 on Quinquennial report £648 on other maintenance page 14 ## **CHRIST CHURCH LICHFIELD** |**Notes**
**MARTIN HEATH MEMORIAL HALL**
Lettings
100 Club
Interest
Grants/donations
**CHURCH**
Giving
Gift Aid
Fees
Beacon Magazine
Other Fund Raising
Legacies/ Grants
Interest received
Floodlighting
Parish Share
Church Running
Services
Organist
Insurance
Gas. Electric & water
Cleaning
Maintenance
**2 & 3**
Church Yard
**1**
Vicars working expenses
Communications
Charitable Giving
Administration|||**Summary of Unrestricted Finances**|**Summary of Unrestricted Finances**|**Summary of Unrestricted Finances**|| |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| |||**2022**|||**2021**|| ||**Income**
31,357
2,080
449
2,770|**Expenditure**
34,527|**Net Income/**
**(Expenditure)**
2,129
5,159|**Income**
17,611
2,180
13
1,031|**Expenditure**
22,347|**Net Income/**
**(Expenditure)**
(1,512)
(1,954)| ||36,656|||20,835||| ||31,400
7,925
9,045
1,924
3,426
1,300
338
-|33,188
516
1,620
2,568
2,163
1,954
-||31,027
7,404
5,750
1,495
2,185
-
14
-|37,968
160
1,660
2,503
919
1,734
-|| ||55,358|||47,875||| |||||||| |||8,821|||6,976|| |||(715)
890|||228
976|| |||1,563|||1,176|| |||510
5,943|||-
2,505|| |||50,199|||49,829|| |||||||| ||92,014|84,726|7,288|68,710|72,176|(3,466)| ## **Notes** ## **1. Church Yard costs are net of the LDC grant of £2,380** |**2. In addition Friends of Christchurch raised**
and spent on heating and Insurance
and spent on Church repairs
and spent on Church yard gate/trees
and Quinquennial Inspection
Friends element of Gift aid recovery
spent on general maintenance
Friends balance carried forward to next year
**3. In addition the following items**
were spent by the Repair Fund
Heating service & new pump
Porch Lighting Upgrade
Quinquennial Report
Sound System Service
Churchyard mower and strimmer
Churchyard tree and hedge works
General maintenance|720
724
284
2,296
-
-
284
2,296
151
138
1,179
743
2,382
1,800
1,200
264
498
1,640
-
2,875
167
429
6,311
4,944| |---|---| page 15 ## **CHRIST CHURCH LICHFIELD** ## **Summary of Finances - 2022** |**Unrestricted Assets**
**Fixed Assets**
**Cash at Bank**
**Cash on Deposit**
**Debtors & Stock**
**Creditors**
**Net Liquid Assets**
**Total Unrestricted Assets**
**Restricted Assets**
**Fixed Assets**
**Hall Freehold**
**Organ & Music Fund equipment**
**Hall Refurbishment (Grant Funded)**
**Fabric Fund Lamp Post**
**Fabric Fund Church heating**
**Cash at bank and COIF Deposits**
**Repair and Maintenance Fund**
**National Schools Fund**
**Martin Heath Memorial Fund**
**Organ & Music Fund**
**Vestments Fund**
**Ashby Glover Fund**
**Friends of Christ Church**
**Endowment Investments at Valuation**
**TOTAL NET ASSETS**|**Balance Sheet**
**Church**
**Hall**
-
10,077
10,583
826
26,660
39,906
37,243
40,732
58
(580)
(615)
36,663
40,175
36,663
50,252
Fabric Repairs
Education only
Vicar & Churchwardens Discretion
Organ & Music
Vestments
Flowers
Fabric Repairs and building upkeep|**Total**
**2021**
10,077
13,341|**Increase/**
**(Decrease)**
**in Funds**
(3,264)| |---|---|---|---| |||11,409
11,331
-
66,566
58,766|78
7,800| |||77,975
70,097|7,878| |||58
(1,195)
(3,982)|58
2,787| |||76,838
66,115|10,723| |||86,915
79,456
25,325
25,325
-
-

-
-

-
167

-
-|0
0
(167)
0| |||25,325
25,492|(167)| |||4,271
9,949
5,022
5,037
3,933
4,485
3,024
703
1,051
1,037
131
87
1,179
743|(5,678)
(15)
(552)
2,321
14
44
436| |||18,611
22,041|(3,430)| |||26,445
30,212|(3,767)| |||157,296
157,201|95| page 16 ## **CHRIST CHURCH LICHFIELD** ## **Summary of Finances** ## **Unrestricted Funds Cash Flow Analysis - 2022** |INCOME
EXPENDITURE
Net Income
**NON CASH EXPENDITURE**
Depreciation
Depreciation re Fund error
Cash in
Transfer to fabric Fund
Investment Realised
But Assets Purchased
Assets sold
Net Cash in
Movement in Debtors and Creditors
Net Increase in cash balances||**Church**
**Hall**
**Total**
55,358
36,656
92,014
(50,199)
(34,527)
(84,726)| |---|---|---| |||5,159
2,129
7,288
0
3,264
3,264
171
171| |||5,330
5,393
10,723
0
0
0
0| |||5,330
5,393
10,723
(2,169)
(676)
(2,845)| |||3,161
4,717
7,878| page 17 **CHRIST CHURCH LICHFIELD** ## **Summary of Endowment and Restricted Funds - 2022** ## **RESTRICTED FUNDS** ||||**Fund**|||||| |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| |||**Balance**|**correction**|||**Balance 31st**||| ||**Notes**|**1st Jan 2021**|**re 2021**|**Income**|**Expenditure**|**December**|**Analysis of Balance**|| ||||||||**Cash**|**Assets**| |Fabric Fund||10,116|(171)|637|(6,311)|4,271||4,271| |Organ & Music Fund||703||5,155|(2,834)|3,024||3,024| |Martin Heath Memorial|1|4,485||284|(836)|3,933||3,933| |National Schools Fund|1|5,037||601|(616)|5,022||5,022| |Vestments Fund||1,037
||14|0|1,051||1,051| |Friends of Christ Church||743
||720|(284)|1,179
||1,179
| |Ashby Glover Fund|1|87||44|0|131
||131
| |||22,208|(171)|7,455|(10,881)|18,611
|18,611

-|| 1. These funds receive Income from the Endowment Funds below |**ENDOWMENT FUNDS**
**Market Value at**
**1st January 2022**
Martin Heath Memorial
8,731
(Income to be used at Vicar and Churchwardens discretion)
National Schools Fund
20,108
(Income to be used for Education)
Ashby Glover Fund
1,373
(Income to be used for Flowers for Church)
30,212
|**Change in Value**
**Market Value at**
**31st December**
**2022**
**Investment**
**Income 2022**
(1,085)
7,646
284
(2,498)
17,610
601
(184)
1,189
34| |---|---| ||(3,767)
26,445
919| page 18 ## **Trustees’ Annual Report for the year ended 31[st] December 2022** |**for the year ended 31s**|**t December 2022**| |---|---| |**PCC name:**|**Christ Church Lichfield Parochial Church Council**| ||| |**Charity Commission**
**registration number:**
_(if applicable)_|**1192859**| ## **Objectives and Activities** |Summary of the purposes of
the PCC as set out in its
governing document|The Parochial Church Council of Christ Church Lichfield (the
PCC) has the responsibility of co-operating with the incumbent,
the Reverend Prebendary Janet Waterfield, in promoting in the
ecclesiastical parish, the whole mission of the Church, pastoral,
evangelical, social and ecumenical. The PCC is also practically
responsible for the maintenance of the church, churchyard,
churchyard extension and the Martin Heath Hall (MHH), and for
financial matters.| |---|---| |Summary of the main
activities in relation to those
purposes for the public
benefit, in particular, the
activities, projects or
services identified in the
accounts.|The PCC is committed to enabling as many people as possible
to worship at our church and to become part of our parish
community at Christ Church Lichfield. The PCC maintains an
overview of worship throughout the parish and makes
suggestions on how our services can involve the many groups
that live within our parish. Our services and worship put faith
into practice through prayer, scripture, music and sacrament.
Also, through non worship opportunities of hospitality and
fellowship we aim to reach non church members of the
community.| |Statement confirming
whether the trustees have
had regard to the guidance
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit|The trustees of the PCC are aware of the Charity Commission’s
guidance on public benefit in The Advancement of Religion for
the Public Benefit and have had regard to it in their
administration of the Charity. The trustees believe that, by
promoting the work of the Church of England in the
Ecclesiastical Parish of Christ Church Lichfield, it helps to
promote the
whole mission
of
the
Church
(pastoral,
evangelistic, social and ecumenical) more effectively, within the
Ecclesiastical Parish, and that in doing so it provides a benefit
to the public by:
•
Providing facilities for public worship, pastoral care and
spiritual, moral and intellectual development, both for its
members and for anyone who wishes to benefit from what
the Church offers; and
•
Promoting Christian values and service by members of the
Church in and to their communities, to the benefit of
individuals and society as a whole.| page 19 ## **Additional information** _(optional)_ You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |Policy on grant making|Grants up to £250 can be made at the discretion of the
Standing Committee. Any grants of £250 - £1,000 need the
approval of the full PCC| |---|---| |Policy on social investment
including program related
investment|| |Contribution made by
volunteers|The members of the PCC would like to thank our volunteers,
and our churchwardens, for all their hard work.
We are making every effort to increase our volunteer base.| |Other|| ## **Achievements and Performance** ||Summary of the main
achievements of the PCC,
identifying the difference the
PCC’s work has made to the
circumstances of its
beneficiaries and any wider
benefits to society as a
whole.|Paid our way and are solvent
Although congregation numbers have not properly recovered,
post Covid, we have welcomed five/six newcomers
Supported Nick Smith, our Ordinand in training
Opened the church for private prayer, daily wherever possible
Conducted all worship as publicised
Celebration Praise services continued, Families@4 introduced
Held Lent and Advent courses
Striving to restore our close link with the school
Monthly communion services at Rosemary Lodge, Beacon Park
Village, and Andrews House
Prayer Group
Special choir-led services at Christmas and Easter
Community focussed ‘Carols in the open’ at the start of Advent
Charitable giving to Foodbank, Pathway, our three chosen
charities (Easter, Harvest and Christmas), and humanitarian
charity appeals
Book club continues
Prayer Group
Continue to explore sustainability issues, consolidating our
ECO church Award
Maintained a weekly Places of Welcome, offering a “Warm
Welcome” during the winter months, and attracting new people
Maintained a fellowship calendar of events
Repeated last year’s Christmas initiative, this year making
items reflecting God’s Wonderful World – seasons of the year,
which were taken in to school for distribution to pupils| |---|---|---| page 20 ## **Additional information** _(optional)_ You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |Achievements against
objectives set|Not as good as hoped for; stronger objectives set for 2023-24| |---|---| |Performance of fundraising
activities against objectives
set|Fellowship events have all paid their way and made a
contribution to church funds| |Investment performance
against objectives|Not addressed| |Other|| ## **Financial Review** |**Financial Review**|| |---|---| |Review of the PCC’s
financial position at the end
of the period|We are solvent
MHH income available to support when necessary
Several deaths during the year: loss of Gift Aided giving| |Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
stating why they are held|The PCC resolved, at its meeting on 6thSeptember 2016, to try
to maintain a balance on free reserves (net current assets)
which equates to at least three months unrestricted payments.
This is equivalent to £15,000. It is held to smooth out
fluctuations in cash flow and to meet emergencies.| |Amount of reserves held|The balance of the free reserves at the year-end was £76,838
which is significantly higher than this target.| |Reasons for holding zero
reserves, if applicable|N/A| |Details of fund materially in
deficit, if applicable|N/A| |Explanation of any
uncertainties about the PCC
continuing as a going
concern|A low number of PCC members, with considerable vacancies.
We are working at just above quorate| page 21 ## **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |The PCC’s principal sources
of funds (including any
fundraising)|Regular planned giving, collections, donations, and funds
raised from fellowship events are the main sources of fund
raising along with tax recoverable.
Fees income
Trading arm of the MHH| |---|---| |Investment policy and
objectives including any
social investment policy
adopted|The charity is granted power to invest in suitable investments
under the PCC Powers Measure 1956 and the Trustees Act
2000. As a charity, the trustees have a duty of care to take
such advice as is appropriate before investments are
undertaken. This advice is sought from the Central Board of
Finance (CCLA) in London.
The charity’s investment policies are based on two key
principles: -
•
Ethical Investment – this includes ensuring that
investments are held in companies which have high
standards of corporate governance and act in a
responsible way towards stakeholders.
•
Long-term responsibilities – the trustees are aware of
their long-term responsibilities in respect of the
Restricted and Unrestricted reserves and as a result
follow a prudent approach to investment decisions.
Investment policy for long-term funds is aimed primarily at
generating a sustainable income, with due regard to the need
for the preservation of capital value, and the possible need to
realise investments to meet operational needs.
Due to the nature of the charity, an ethical investment policy is
taken into consideration when investments are made. The
charity follows the Ethical Investment Advisory Group policy as
recommended by the Lichfield Diocese which includes the
following:
“We aim to invest in companies that:
•
will develop their business in the interests of
shareholders;
•
demonstrate responsible employment practices;
•
are conscientious concerning issues of corporate
governance, the environment and human rights
•
are sensitive to the community in which they
operate.”| page 22 |A description of the principal
risks facing the PCC|Regular Health and Safety Reviews are carried out, and
premises regularly inspected for potential hazards.
We have safeguarding policies in place for child protection and
for work with vulnerable adults, including rigorous DBS
checking of staff and volunteers.
Our insurances are reviewed annually to ensure adequate
cover.
An informal review of any new risks which may impact the work
of the Church in the Parish is ongoing.| |---|---| |Other|| ## **Safeguarding** ||House of Bishops
safeguarding guidance:|The PCC follows Diocesan guidelines.
Staff and volunteers are DBS checked and training is regularly
updated| |---|---|---| ## **Structure, Governance and Management** |Type of governing document|The PCC is governed by the Parochial Church Council Powers
Measure (1956) as amended that came into effect on 2nd
January 1957, and the Church Representation Rules
(contained in Schedule 3 to the Synodical Government
Measure 1969 as amended).| |---|---| |How is the PCC constituted?|The PCC is a Body Corporate established by the Church of
England and is a Charity registered with the Charity
Commission.| |Trustee selection methods
including details of any
constitutional provisions e.g.
election to post or name of
any person or body entitled
to appoint one or more
trustees|The method of appointment of the PCC members is set out in
the Church Representation Rules. The Council comprises the
Incumbent, the Churchwardens, a representative of the
Readers, those elected to the Deanery Synod, and other
members who are elected at the Annual Parochial Church
Meeting, by those on the Electoral Roll. Members of the
congregation are always urged to join the Electoral Roll, and to
stand for election to the PCC.| page 23 ## **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction
and training of trustees|Newly elected churchwardens receive training
PCC members attend Safeguarding courses run by the
Diocese, but none for some considerable time| |---|---| |The PCC’s organisational
structure and any wider
network with which the PCC
works|The PCC members are responsible for making decisions on all
matters of general concern and importance in the parish, and
for all financial matters. The PCC meets five times a year, plus
an extra meeting to accept the annual accounts prior to, and in
addition to, the Annual Parochial Church Meeting. Given its
responsibilities, the PCC has a number of sub committees,
each dealing with a particular aspect of parish life. These
include Worship, Mission and Ministry, Fabric & Churchyard,
and Sustainability Each reports back to the PCC at each PCC
meeting. The churchwardens meet, with clergy, most Tuesday
mornings| |Relationship with any related
parties|**Donations from Related Parties**
Donations from related parties during the year totalled £0.
**Remuneration paid to Trustees**
Small remuneration to the verger
**Expenses paid to Trustees**
One trustee was reimbursed £64.35 for travel during the year.| |Other|| page 24 ## **Reference and Administrative details** |PCC name:|Christ Church Lichfield Parochial Church Council| |---|---| |Other name the PCC uses:|Christ Church Lichfield PCC| |Charity Commission
registration number_(if_
_applicable)_|1192859| |PCC’s principal address:|c/o The Vicarage
Christchurch Lane
Lichfield WS13 8AL| |PCC’s website address:|www.christchurch-lichfield.org.uk| ## **Names of the PCC members (trustees) who manage the PCC from 1[st] January 2022 until the date this report was approved were:** |**Trustee name**|**Office (if any)**|**Dates acted if not for**
**whole year**|| |---|---|---|---| |**Ex Officio**|||| |The Reverend Prebendary
Janet Waterfield|Incumbent (Chair)||| |Nick Smith|Ordinand in training||| |Toni Clarke|Church Warden||| |Bill Turley|Deanery Synod Rep &
Assistant Warden||| ||||| |**Elected Members**|||| |Julia Baker|||| |Margaret Beddoe|Assistant Warden||| |Michael Boyd||Retired May2022|| |AndyGoodman||Elected May2022|| |Claire Goodman||Elected May2022|| |David Hartley|||| |Heather Jones|||| |Sue Lea||Retired May2022|| |David Mackenzie|||| |Richard Paulson||Retired May2022|| |Carol Young|Assistant Warden||| ||||| ||||| ||||| page 25 ## **Names and addresses of advisers** _(optional)_ |**Type of**
**adviser**|**Name**|**Address**| |---|---|---| |**Bank**||| |**Independent**
**Examiner**|LDBF|| |**Investment**
**Managers**||| |||| ## **Other optional information** ## **Declarations** **The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ annual report above.** ## **Signed on behalf of the PCC members** **Signature(s) Full name(s) Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) Date** page 26 **Mission Action Plan for 2023 – 24** This MAP has been drafted by your Vicar and Churchwardens following two consultation meetings with congregation members and leads on from our 2022-23 MAP where great concern was expressed related to a reducing congregation. The MAP style is more directive than in previous years, as it includes a proposed time schedule and is focussed on two very clear objectives, namely: - **A. By April 2024 we will provide modern, accessible worship opportunities for both our existing congregation and newcomers** ## **B. By April 2024 we will have grown our regular worshipping congregation through engaging the school community and other initiatives** God willing, we will succeed if we as a congregation engage in the action, so as you read the Plan think about where you would best focus your prayers and energy in moving our community here at Christ Church forward. ## **A. By April 2024 we will provide modern, accessible worship opportunities for both our existing congregation and newcomers** To achieve this objective improving Communication is key, in fact this is common to everything we envisage for the future, it falls into two sections, A.1.Content of our communication and A.2 Social media. ## **A.1 Content of our communication** **From now onwards, every week** we will put more effort into explaining what’s going on by: 1. Using ‘Before’ and ‘After’ (what is happening, then how it went) - communication related to all aspects of Church life. 2. Using modern, accessible language in all aspects of church life.. 3. Publicising what’s going on in more detail, e.g., detail about the MAP; what a particular worship offering is all about; what will be involved in a social event, etc. 4. Discussing and sharing with the congregations about this aspect of our MAP 5. Encouraging involvement by seeking ‘helpers’ for tasks along the way. 6. Using feedback and suggestions to improve our communication content. _**7. Seeking Volunteers who can, with ‘technical’ guidance, draft/write Plain English ‘copy’ for publicity purposes.**_ ## **By April 2024** We will be able to pride ourselves on our straightforward, accessible communication and be an example to others. page 27 ## **Communication – A. 2. Social media** We, as a church community, must become social media aware and use it properly. We understand there are funds in place for this work, so we will: By September 2023: 1. Define and agree the ‘outcomes’ we are seeking from using social media, e.g. by the time this church is social media aware we will be able to use it for the following purposes….(as yet to be defined!) 2. Seek expert advice (local known contact and also use Research as described below (see B) to listen to and emulate what ‘successful’ users have achieved through using social media). 3. Redefine 1. In the light of consultation. 4. Seek quotes on the chosen specification. 5. Engage the expert to install systems and train volunteers. ## _**6. Seek volunteer(s) to input and update information on a weekly basis.**_ 7. Use it! ## By April 2024 - 1 Monitor usage and progress. 2. Evaluate success. 3. Adapt/update systems as necessary. ## 4. _**Have established a small team capable of keeping social media up to date on a weekly rota basis.**_ ## **A.3.Review the accessibility of our worship Overhaul of worship content and language we use, starting now** **1.** Commence an ongoing dialogue with our existing congregations about the accessibility of language used in both spoken and sung worship. **2.** All worship leaders to be conscious of this initiative and adapt materials to be used accordingly. **3.** Communicate, wherever possible, to increase general understanding of ‘traditions’, symbolism, rituals, origin, etc. ## _**4. Establish a group of volunteers to support and champion this initiative.**_ By April 2024 all of our worship, both spoken and sung, will have been reviewed in the light of the needs of the current, and potential future, congregations, and appropriate changes made page 28 ## **B. By April 2024 we will have grown our regular worshipping congregation through engaging the school community and other initiatives** Before we implement many of the amazing ideas from 3[rd] April meeting in a random test it and see basis, we must do some research which, initially, might slow things down, but in the long term save us the agony of wasted time and effort. Christ Church is a Church of England school, however church membership is not a requirement to attend the school." To achieve this objective we plan to B.1. Research worship styles and B.2 Research potential newcomers’ needs. ## **B.1. Research Worship style by consulting other churches and Diocesan Childrens and families Advisor** This is not about re-inventing the wheel as there are, locally, Christian communities who have achieved this, so let us learn from them, take what we like and leave the rest, there is no compulsion to emulate everything. By September 2023 _1. Establish a small team of volunteers to work on this issue._ 2. Decide what we want to ask others about their success (or lack of it) in encouraging newcomer families to their Church and once there what has kept them engaged. 3. Decide who we should approach for this information 4. Make appointments with Church Leaders to visit them or send a written enquiry. 5. Volunteers attend and experience worship at the churches who have found success and report back to PCC. 6. Analyse the research. 7. PCC to re-evaluate our existing worship offering in the light of all the acquired information. 8. Regular ‘progress’ feedback to all congregations By January 2024 1. Implement research findings. 2. Listen to feedback. 3. Evaluate ‘success’. page 29 ## **B.2. Research potential newcomers’ needs By September 2023** _1. Establish a small team of volunteers to work in this issue._ 2. _C_ onsult with Head of School and Senior Leadership Team about what we are aiming for - seek their advice and elicit their support. 3. Talk to other school bodies after we have heard from other churches about their successes with school communities and explore what they have done to achieve it. ## By January 2024 1. Consult with parents and let them know what we are intending to do 2. Consult with School Council and seek their views and ideas. 3. Use the research to design new worship opportunities, supported by our existing congregation, test them out and evaluate events. 4. Talk it through with our current congregation ## By April 2024 1. Start ‘growing’ the congregation by involving and engaging the newcomers in worship and fellowship. 2. Explain to all congregations and engage help as appropriate. 3. Increase ‘teaching’ our faith in a modern context. ## **To drive this MAP forward, establish three Action Groups:** **1. Worship Accessibility** to include research, production, delivery of various styles of worship. School liaison and worship support. Reading the lesson, leading intercessions, Lay Asst., CP Team, WLT **2. Communication and publicity** to include website, Facebook page, Posters, Contact with free magazines in the area, supporting the publicity of social events. Parish magazine, QR codes. (Also admin support for JLW regarding baptisms) **3. Research – others’ success and potential newcomers’ needs** attending local places of worship, giving feedback to inform lay led services. And Communion services if observations were at an Anglican church page 30 Annual Report and Financial Statements of the Parochial Church Council of Christ Church Lichfield For the year ended 31" December 2023 Charity reglstration number.. 1192859 , DIOCESE OF LICHFIELD Trustees, Annual Report for the year ended 31st December 2023 PCC name: Christ Church Lichfield Parochlal Church Councll Charity Commission registration number: 1192859 Objectives and Activities Summary of the purposes of The Parochial Church Council of Christ Church Lichfield (the PCC) has the PCC as set out in its the responsibility of co-operating with the incumbent, the Reverend governing document Prebendary Janet Waterfield, in promoting in the ecclesiastical parish, the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, evangelical, social and ecumenical. The PCC is also spiritually responsible for the maintenance of the diurch. Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. The PCC is committed to enabling as many people as possible to worship at our church and to become part of our parish community at Christ Church Lichfield. The PCC maintains an overview of worship throughout the parish and makes suggestions on how our services can involve the many groups that live within our parish. Our services and worship put faith into practice through prayer, scripture, music and sacrament. Also, through non sacramental activities of hospitality and fellowship we aim to reach non churched members of the community. The trustees of the PCC are aware of the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit in The Advancement of Religion for the Public Benefit and have had regard to it in their administration of the Charity. The trustees believe that, by promoting the work of the Church of England in the Ecclesiastical Parish of Christ Church Lichfield, it helps to promote the whole mission of the Church (pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical) more effectively, within the Ecclesiastical Parish, and that in doing so it provides a benefit to the public by: Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit Providing facilities for public worship, pastoral care and spiritual, moral and intellectual development, both for its members and for anyone who wishes to benefit from what the Church offers; and Promoting Christian values and service by members of the Church in and to their communities, to the benefit of individuals and society as a whole. Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: Policy on grant making N/A Policy on social investment including program related investment NIA Contribution made by volunteers The members of the PCC would like to thank our volunteers, and our churchwardens, for all their hard work. We are making every effort to increase our volunteer base. Other NIA Achievements and Performance Summary of the main achievements of the PCC, identifying the difference the PCC'S work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. Paid our way and are solvent. Congregation numbers have settled since Covid. We have undertaken a service pattern review, and now established our pattern for worship for the next twelve months. Our congregation numbers have increased by involving a junior choir with their families on the third Sunday each month. Arising from our 2023-24 Mission Action Plan we have researched and, subsequently, made alterations to worship content to make it more modern and readily accessible. Opened the church for private prayer, daily wherever possible. Conducted all worship as publicised. Celebration Praise services continued. Held an Advent course. Maintained close links with the school. Charitable giving to Foodbank encouraged and supported. encouraged charitable giving to Pathway and to our three chosen charities (Easter, Harvest and Christmas) Book club continues. Continue to explore sustainability issues. Maintained a weekly Places of Welcome, offering a 'Warm Welcome" during the winter months, and attracting new people. Maintained a fellowship calendar of events. Addltional Information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: Achievements against objectives set NIA Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set N/A Investment performance against objectives NIA Other NIA Financial Review Review of the PCC'S financial position at the end of the period Church- General Unrestricted Fund Overall giving decreased by £3,552 in the year to £27,848. Income tax refund on gift aid decreased by £379 to £7,546. (Year to 5th April 2023) Other unrestricted fund-raising initiatives decreased by £187 to £3,239. Statutory Fees retained by the PCC decreased by £3,212 sn the year to £5,833. There was an increase in interest on bank accounts of £485 as interest rates increased. There was a £10,000 legacy received in the year. Overall unrestricted income increased by £2,212 to £57,570. Overall unrestricted Expenditure decreased by £2,240 to £48,120. The major item was a reduction in Organist fees of £1,510. The church had an excess of income over expenditure of £9,449 in unrestricted funds. Without the £10,000 legacy there was an overspend of £551. With reserves the Church has cash balances of £46,427 at the year end, an increase of £9,449. In addition, Friends of Christ Church raised £719 this year and spent £289 to pay for various Church repairs. They have £1,608 cash in the bank at the year end. Hall Designated Fund The Hall lettings income increased by £1,940 to £33,297. Expenditure decreased by £589 to £33,938. Major repair items were - Lighting installation and hall painting of £7,323. Overall, there was an excess of income over expenditure of £3,116 in the year. However, as expenditure includes depreciation of assets of £2,911 (an accounting write off of assets over the number of years of useful life of the assets), cash balances of the Church Hall increased by £5,559 to £46,291. Repair and Maintenance Restricted Fund During the year a total of £6,405 was received in donations and grants and £1,932 was spent. Expenditure was - £540 on tree and hedge works in the Churchyard £411 on boiler repair - £981 on other maintenance At the year end the Repair Fund has £8,744 available to spend. Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held The PCC resolved, at its meeting on 6th September 2016, to try to maintain a balance on free reserves (net current assets) which equates to at least three months unrestricted payments (in the general and designated funds). This is equivalent to £20,500 (2022: £21,222). It is held to smooth out fluctuations in cash flow and to meet emergencies. Amount of reserves held The balance of the free reserves at the year-end was £92,314 (2022: £76,838) which is significantly higher than this target. The trustees are content with such a lar efi ure due to the current un￿rtain economic times. Reasons for holding zero reserves, if applicable NIA Details of fund materially in deficit, if applicable NIA Explanatlon of any uncertainties about the PCC (x)ntinuing as a going concem NIA Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: The PCC'S principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) Regular planned giving, collections, donations, and funds raised from fellowship events are the main sources of fund raising along with tax recoverable. Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted The charity is granted power to invest in suitable investments under the PCC Powers Measure 1956 and the Trustees Act 2000. As a charity, the trustees have a duty of care to take such advice as is appropriate before investments are undertaken. This advice is sought from the Central Board of Finance (CCLA) in London. The charity's investment policies are based on two key principles: _ Ethical Investment - this includes ensuring that investments are held in companies which have high standards of corporate governance and act in a responsible way towards stakeholders. Long-term responsibilities - the trustees are aware of their long- term responsibilities in respect of the Restricted and Unrestricted reserves and as a result follow a prudent approach to investment decisions. Investment policy for long-term funds is aimed primarily at generating a sustainable income, with due regard to the need for the preservation of capital value, and the posgible need to realise investments to meet operational needs. Due to the nature of the charity, an ethical investment policy is taken into consideration when investments are made. The charity follows the Ethical Investment Advisory Group policy as recommended by the Lichfield Diocese which includes the following: "We aim to invest in companies that: will develop their business in the interests of shareholders; demonstrate responsible employment practices; are conscientious conceming issues of corporate governance, the environment and human rights are sensitive to the community in which they operate." A description of the principal risks facin the PCC The Church Wardens carry out regular Health and Safety Reviews and re ularl ins ect remises for otential hazards. We have safe uardin policies in place for child protection and for work with vulnerable adults, including rigorous DBS checking of staff and volunteers. Our insurances are reviewed annually to ensure adequate cover. An informal review of any new risks which may impact the work of the Church in the Parish is ongoing. Other NIA Safeguarding House of Bishops safeguarding guidance: The PCC believe they have fulfilled their duty under section 5 of the Safeguarding and Clergy Discipline Measure 2016 (duty to have due regard to House of Bishops, guidance on safeguarding chlldren and vulnerable adults). Structure, Governance and Management The PCC is governed by the Parochial Church Council Powers Measure (1956) as amended that came into effect on 2nd January 1957, and the Church Representation Rules (contained in Schedule 3 to the Synodical Government Measure 1969 as amended). Type of governing document How is the PCC constituted? The PCC is a Body Corporate established by the Church of England and is a Charity registered with the Charity Commission. Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees The method of appointment of the PCC mernbers is set out in the Church Representation Rules. The Council comprises the Incumbent, the Churchwardens, a representative of the Readers, those elected to the Deanery Synod, and other members who are elected at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting by those on the Electoral Roll. Members of the congregation are always urged to join the Electoral Roll, and to stand for election to the PCC. Additlonal information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees Safeguarding training undertaken by all PCC members The PCC'S organisational structure and any wider network with which the PCC works The PCC members are responsible for making decisions on all matters of general concern and importance in the parish, and for all financial matters. The PCC meets five times a year, plus an extra meeting to accept the annual accounts prior to, and in addition to, the Annual Parochial Church Meeting. Given its responsibilities, the PCC has a number of sub committees, each dealing with a particular aspect of parish life. These include Worship, Mission and Ministry, Fabric & Churchyard, and Sustainability Each reports back to the PCC at each PCC meeting. Relationship with any related arties Donations from Related Parties Donations from related arties durin the ear totalled £5,115 2022: £5,300). Related Parties John Waterfield (husband of the vicar, Mrs J Waterfield) is employed by the PCC as Finance Administrator and Hall Bookings Officer. Remuneration pald to Trustees M Beddoe, trustee of the PCC, was paid £425 (2022: £1,992 including A Clarke) by the PCC during the year for her role as Verger. Expenses paid to Trustees Two trustees were reimbursed £970 (2Q22: £954) for travel and phone expenses during the year. Other NIA Reference and Administrative details PCC name: Christ Church Lichfield Parochial Church Council Other name the PCC uses: Christ Church Lichfield PCC Charity Commission registration number 1192859 PCC'S principal address: Christ Church Christ Church Lane Lichfield WS13 8AY PCC'S website address: www.christchurch-lichfield.org.uk Names of the PCC members (trustees) who manage the PCC from 1st January 2023 until the date this report was approved were: Trustee name Office ifan Ex Officio The Reverend Prebendary Janet Waterfield Nick Smith Toni Clarke Bill Turley Dates acted if not for whole ear Incumbent & Chair Ordlnand in training Church Warden Deanery Synod Rep & Assistant Warden Until 1st July 2023 Died 21st November 2023 Elected Members Linda Aikin From 14th May 2024 Julia Baker Margaret Beddoe Andy Goodman Assistant Warden Until 14th May 2024 Claire Goodman Until 14th May 2024 David Hartley Heather Jones David Mackenzie Vice Chair Carol Young Rosemary Vinnicombe Assistant Warden Elected 16" May 2023 Offlcers of the PCC (attend but do not vote) John Waterfield Peter Grange Jemimah Reid Finance Administrator PCC Treasurer PCC Secretary Names and addresses of advisers (optional) Type of Name Address adviser Bank Co-op Lloyds LDBF PO Box 250, Skelmersdale WN8 6wr 25 Gresham Street, London EC2V 7HN St Marys House, The Close, Lichfield WS13 7LD Independent Examiner Investment Managers CCLA 1 Angel Lane, London EC4R 3AB Other o tional information IA Declarations The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, annual report above. Signed on behalf of the PCC members Signature(s) Full name(s) Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) Date Independent Examiner's report to the trusteeslmembers of The PCC of Lichfield Christ Church Registered charity number: 1192859 I report on the accounts for the year ended 31st December 2023 which are set out on the following pages. Res iver onsibllities of the Trus es and Inde endent Exam ner 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 my responsibility to examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act, 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 to state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of Inde endent Examiner's Statement My examination was carried out in accordan￿ with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or 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. Inde endent Examiner's tatement In connection with my examination, no material matters have come to my attention which gives me cause to believe that in any material respect: accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act or the accounts do not accord with the accounting records the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Signed: Jonathan Hill FCMA CGMA Lichfield Diocesan Board of Finance St Marys House, The Close, Lichfield. WS13 7LD Date:....... The Parochial Church Council of Lichfield Christ Church Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31st December 2023 Accounting Policies The PCC is a public benefit entity within the meaning of FRS 102. The financial statements have been prepared under the Charities Act 2011 and in accordance with the Church Accounting Regulations 2006 governing the individual accounts of PCCS, and with the Regulations, "true and fair view" provisions. They have also been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102). The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention with items recognised at cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant notes to these accounts. The financial statements include all transactions, assets and liabilities for which the PCC is responsible in law. They do not include the accounts of church groups that owe their main affiliation to another body nor those that are informal gatherings of Church members. There may be minor dlscrepancies in the totals as the pence are not being shown. Cashflow Statement The Charity has taken advantage of the exemption in FRS102 from the requirement to produce a Cash flow statement on the grounds that the income does not exceed £500,000, Going Concern There are no material uncertainties related to events or conditions that cast significant doubt on the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Accounting Estimates and Prior Year Errors No changes to accounting estimates have occurred in the reporting period. No material prior year errors have been identified in the reporting period. Descrlption of Funds Unrestricted funds are income funds of the PCC that are available for spending on the general purposes of the PCC, including amounts designated by the PCC for fixed assets for its own use or for spending on a future project and which are therefore not included in its "free reserves" as disclosed in the trustees, annual report. Restricted funds comprise of two elements: a) income from trusts or endowments which may be expended only on those restricted objects provided in the terms of the trust or bequest b) donations or grants received for a specific object or invited by the PCC for a specific object. The funds may only be expended on the specific object for which they were given. Any balance remaining unspent at the end of each year must be carried forward as a balan￿ on that fund. The PCC does not usually invest separately for each fund. Where there is no separate investment, interest is apportioned to individual funds on an average balance basis. Endowment funds are restricted funds that must be retatned as trust capital either permanently or subject to a discretionary power to spend capital as income, and where the use of any income or other benefit derived from the capital may be restricted or unrestricted. Full details of all their restrictions are shown in the notes to the accounts. Income Planned giving, collections and donations are recognised when received or when the PCC becomes entitled to the resource and the monetary value can be measured with sufficient reliabillty. Tax refunds are recognised when the incoming resource to which they relate is received. Grants and Legacies are accounted for when the PCC is legally entitled to the amounts due and the monetary value can be measured with sufficient reliability. Dividends are accounted for when receivable, interest is accrued. All other income is recognised when it is receivable. All incoming resources are accounted for gross. 10 Accounting Policies continued Expenditure Grants and donations are accounted for when paid over, or when awarded, if that award creates a binding or constructive obligation on the PCC. The diocesan comrnon fund is accounted for when due. Amounts received specifically for mission are dealt with as restricted funds. All other expenditure is generally recognised when it is incurred and is accounted for gross. Governance and Support Costs Support costs should be allocated between governance costs and other support. Governance costs comprise all costs involving public accountability of the PCC and its compliance with regulation and good practice. Support costs include central functions and have been allocated to activity cost categories on a basis consistent with the use of resources eg by allocating staff costs by time spent and other costs by their usage. Flxed Assets Consecrated and benefice property is not included in the accounts by s.10(2)(a)&(C) of the Charities Act 2011. Moveable church furnishings held by the Vicar and Churchwardens on special trust for the PCC and which require a faculty for disposal are inalienable property, listed in the Church's inventory, which can be inspected (at any reasonable time). For anything acquired prior to 2000 there is insufficient cost information available and therefore such assets are not valued in the financial statements. No depreciation is provided on The Martin Heath Hall. The PCC policy is to maintain tis freehold building in an adequate state of repair such that its residual value is not less than their carrying value and the remaining useful life of these assets exceeds 50 years, so that any depreciation charges would be immaterial. Other tangible fixed assets are valued at cost. The depreciation rates and methods used are as follows: Equipment used within the church premises is depreciated on a straight line basis over 4 years. The church hall equipment is depreciated on a straight-line basis over 5 years. The Central Heating System is being depreciated on a straight-line basis over 10 years. The Church Hall Refurbishment is being depreciated on a straight-line basis over 10 years. Equipment used outside the church premises is depreciated on a straight line basts over 10 years. Investments Investments in quoted shares, traded bonds and similar investments are valued initially at cost and subsequently at market value at the year end. Investments held for re-sale are treated as current asset investments. Debtors Debtors are measured on initial recognition at settlement amount. Subsequently they are measured at cash expected to be received. Credltors and Accruals Creditors are measured at settlement amounts less any trade discounts. Accruals are measured on best estimate of the amount required to settle the obligation at the reporting date. 11 The Parochial Church Council of Lichfield Christ Church Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31st December 2023 Statement of Flnancial Activities Unrestrlcted Deslgnated Restricted Endowment funds funds funds funds Total Prlor year funds total funds Income and endowments from: Donations and legacies Income from charitable activities Other trading activities Investments Total income 48,966 5.833 458 59,367 6,163 37,185 3,804 106,519 54,932 9,691 35,360 1,866 101,849 330 35,237 823 57,570 37,054 11,895 Expenditure on: Raising funds Expenditure on charitable activities Total expendlture 1,020 32,918 33,938 342 7,427 7,769 1,362 88,465 89,827 1,110 96.877 97,987 48,120 48.120 Net Income l (expendlture) resources before transfer 9,449 3,116 4.127 16.692 3,861 Transfers Gross transfers between funds - in Gross transfers between fvnds - out Other rBcognised gains I losses Gains / losses on investment assets Net movement In funds 3,235 (3,235) &225 (3,225) 10 (10) 6,471 (6,471) 67,438 (67,438) 2,547 2,547 9,449 3.116 4,127 19,239 Total funds brought ft)rward 36,663 50,251 43,936 26,445 157.296 157,201 Total funds carrfed forward 46,113 53,367 48,063 28,992 176,535 157,296 Represented by Unrestricted General Fund 46,113 46,113 36ffi3 Designated Martin Heath Hall Designated 53.367 53,367 50,251 Restricted A Glover Memorial Restricted Friends Of Christ Church Restricted Martin Heath Memorial Restricted National Schools Restricted Fund Organ And Music Restricted Fund Repalr And Maintenance Restricted Fund The Martin Heath Hall Restricted Vestment Restricted Fund 79 1,609 3,705 4,948 2,569 8,744 25,325 1,084 79 1,609 3,705 4,948 2,569 8,744 25,325 1,084 132 1,179 3,933 5,022 3,024 4,271 25.325 1,051 Endowment Ashby Glover Memorial (Flower Fund) Endowment Martin Heath Memorial Endowment National Schools Endowment Fund 1,255 1,255 1,189 8,397 19,340 8,397 19,340 7,646 17,610 12 The Parochial Church Council of Lichfield Christ Church Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31st December 2023 Balance sheet Total funds Prior ear funds Fixed assets Tangible Assets Investments 32,491 28,992 61,483 35,402 26,445 61,847 CuThent assets Debtors Cash at bank and in hand 115,775 115,775 96,587 96,645 Llablllties Creditors: Amounts falling due in one year 723 723 1,195 1,195 Net current assets less current liabiliti8s 115,052 95,449 Total assets less current liabillties 176,535 157,296 Total net assets less Ilabilltles 176,535 157,296 Represented by Unrestricted General Fund 46,113 36,663 Deslgnated Martin Heath Hall Designated 53,367 50,251 Restricted A Glover Memorial Restricted Vestment Restricted Fund Friends Of Christ Church Restricted The Martin Heath Hall Restricted Martin Heath Memorial Restricted Organ And Music Restricted Fund Repair And Maintenance Restricted Fund National Schools Restricted Fund 79 1,084 1,609 25,325 3,705 2,569 8,744 4.948 132 1,051 1,179 25,325 3,933 3,024 4,271 5.022 Endowment Ashby Glover Memorial (Flower Fund) Endowment Martin Heath Memorial Endowment National Schools Endowment Fund 1,255 8,397 19,340 1,189 7,646 17,610 Funds of the church 176,535 157,296 Approved by the Parochial Church Council on . 2024 and signed on its behalf by: Signature: Name:. .................. . . The notes on the following pages form part of these accounts 13 The Parochial Church Council of Lichfield Christ Church Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31st December 2023 Analysis of Assets - 2023 General Desi nated Restricted Endowment This ear Last ear Fixed assets - Tangible Assets Church Hall - Hall Equipment- 25,325 25,325 7,166 32,491 25,325 10,077 35,402 7,166 7,166 Totals 25,325 Fixed asséts - Investments CBF FISF Shares 6001 F - COIF Inc Shares - National Schools - COIF Inc Shares - Martin Heath - 1,255 19,340 8,397 28,992 1,255 19,340 8,397 28,992 1,189 17,610 7,646 26,445 Totals Current assets - Cash at bank and in hand Co-op Current 6465 - Friends Cwp Bank 3300- Co-op Fees account 6546 - General CBF Dep 6004D - Organ & Music CBF Dep 6001D- Ashby Glover Mem CBF Dep 6003D - Vestments CBF Dep 6007D - Rep & Main CBF Dep 6009D - Martin Heath Mem CBF Dep 6008D - Martin Heath Mem COIF Dep 0001C - National Sch COIF Dep 0002C - Hall Lloyds Current 1696 - 319 1,609 9,865 1,609 10,522 1,179 61 26,661 3,024 132 1,051 4,271 39,906 3,933 5,022 826 96,587 36,881 36,881 2,569 79 1,084 8,744 44,180 3,705 4,948 2,111 115,775 2,569 79 8,744 44,180 3,705 4.948 2,111 46,291 Totals 46,427 23,057 Cunpnt assets . Debtors A(xounts Receivable - 58 58 Totals Liabilities - Agency accounts Agency collections - 319 319 319 319 265 265 Totals Llabllltles - Credltors: Amounts falllng due In one year Hall Deposits in advance - Beacon Income in advance - Accounts Payable - 90 314 105 115 710 930 314 Total$ 314 90 404 Grand total 46,113 53,367 48,063 28,992 176,535 157,296 Fund movement by type ~ 2023 enin Incomin Out oin Transfers Gainsllosses Closin A Glover E . Ashby Glover Memoria Endowment 1,189 1.189 Sub4otal for A Glover E 1,255 A Glover R - A Glover Memorial Re Restrlct8d 132 132 27 27 80 80 79 79 sub.total for.A Glover R Churchyard - Churchyard Malntenance Restricted 2,380 2,380 2,380 2,380 Sub4otal for Churchyard Frlends (C - Friends Of Christ Ch Restricted 1,179 1,179 719 719 289 289 1,609 1,609 Sub-total for Friends (C 14 General - General Fund Unrestricted 36,663 36,663 57,570 57,570 48,120 48,120 Sub-total for General 46,113 Hall Des (- Martln Heath Hall De Designated 50,251 50,251 37,054 37,054 33,938 33,938 53,367 53,367 Sub-totsl for Hall Des I Hall Rès ( - The Martfn Heath Hal Restricted 25,325 25,325 sub.total for Hall Res { 25,325 M Heath En . Martin Heath Memoria Endowment 7,646 7,646 8,397 8,397 Sub-total for M Heath En M Heath Me - Martln Heath Memorla Restricted 3,933 3,933 440 668 668 3,705 3,705 Sub40ts1 for M Heath Me Organ & Mu - Organ And Music Rest Restricted 3,024 3,024 1,090 1,090 1,545 1,545 2,569 2,569 Sub•total for Oryan & Mu Repalr & M - Repalr And Maintenance Restricted 4.271 4,271 6,405 6,405 1,932 1,932 8,744 8,744 Sub-total for Repair & M Schools En - National Schools End Endowment 19,340 19,340 Sub4otal for Schools En 17,610 Schools Re- Natlonal Schools Res Restricted 800 800 874 874 4,948 4,948 Sub-total for Schools Re 5,022 Vestment ( - Vestment Restrlcted Restricted 1,051 1,051 34 1,084 1,084 Sub-total for Vestment { Grand total 157,296 106,519 89,827 176,535 Analysis of Transfer between Funds 2023- Nil 2022 - no material transfers Fund Descriptlon Designated Funds The Martin Heath Hall - income and expenditure relating to the Martin Heath Hall Restricted Funds Ashby Glover Memorial - monies that can be used for flowers in church. The capital that this income derives from is shown as an endowment fund. Churchyard maintenance - these are monies spent on the maintenance of the churchyard Friends of Christ Church - for fabric repairs and building upkeep The Martin Heath Hall - this relates to the original cost of the building of the Hall Martin Heath Memorial - monies to be used at the vicar and church wardens discretion. The capital that this income derives from is shown as an endowment fund Organ and Music- for maintenance of the organ and music Repair and Maintenance - monies to be used for the fabric repairs National Schools Fund - is income that can be used for education. The capital that this income derives from is shown as an endowment fund Vestments - monies to be used for repair and replacement of vestments 15 Endowment Funds Ashby Glover Memorial - monies that can be used for flowers in church. The income is restricted for this purpose. Martin Heath Memorial - monies to be used at the vicar and church wardens discretion. The income is restricted for this purpose. National Schools Fund - is income that can be used for education and is recorded in a restricted fund, Analysis of income and expenditure Total ear Unrestricted Desi ated Restricted Endowment This Last ear INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS Donations and legacies Gift Aid - Bank Gift Aid - Envelopes Other planned giving Loose plate collections Contactless receipts Donations appeals etc Tax recoverable on Gift Aid . Legacies Recurring grants Non-recurring one￿ff grants Other funds generated 19,458 301 5,186 2,610 719 20,177 301 5,186 2,610 22,773 312 6,458 2,147 21 7,540 7,925 293 7,546 10,000 333 200 258 6,030 750 6,523 8,554 10,000 2,713 2,380 2,380 1,950 3,426 54,932 3,239 48,966 65 9,944 3304 59,367 Total 458 Income from charitable activities Fees for weddings Fees for churchyard internment Fees fr)r churchyard memorlals Fees for funerals 253 286 813 4,481 5,833 30 283 286 813 4,781 6,163 626 3,634 1,364 4,067 9.691 300 330 Total Other trading actlvltles 100 Club income Church hatl lettings Beacon Magazine income - advertising Beacon Magazine sales 1,940 33,297 1,940 33,297 797 2,080 31,356 1,125 797 1,151 1,948 1,151 37,185 799 35,360 Total 35,237 Investments Bank and building society interest Total INCOME TOTAL 823 823 57,570 1,360 1,360 37,054 1,621 1,621 11,895 3,804 3,804 106,519 1,866 1,866 101,849 EXPENDITURE Raissng funds Costs of fetes & other events 100 Club Winners 342 342 1,020 1,362 1,020 1,020 1,110 1,110 Total 342 16 Expenditure on charitable activities Places of Welcome Subscriptions Charitable Giving Parish share Finance Admin staff costs Caretaker salary Salary of parlsh administrator Parish Admin Assistant Worklng expenses of incumbent Educatton Church running - insurance Organ / piano tuning Church malntenance Cleanlng materlals Church running - bin hire Upkeep of services Organist Upkeep of churchyard (contractor> Mowerltools running costs Upkeep of churchyard Administration Photocopier lease Stationery Church running - electrlc Church running - gas Church running - water Beacon Magazine expenses MHH Cleaning MHH Cleaning Materials Hall running - electricity Hall running - gas Hall running - insurance Hall running - maintenance Hall running - WIFI Hall running - water Hall running - bin hire Hall Asset Depreciation 316 53 261 33,187 316 53 261 33,187 6,056 551 1,527 3,000 894 874 2,652 1,339 1,487 335 590 649 110 2,100 127 734 2,065 504 882 602 1,065 233 49 5,424 579 2,858 1,959 1,297 9,860 443 302 590 2,911 88,465 89,827 89 510 33,188 5,097 1,395 2,172 3,836 890 419 2,568 203 6,428 6,056 551 1,527 3,000 894 874 2,652 1,339 1,487 335 437 520 110 153 129 555 713 4,118 1,575 90 167 1,090 504 1,018 635 1,325 203 41 6,016 2,100 127 734 483 980 504 845 602 1,065 233 49 602 37 5,424 579 2,858 1,959 1,297 9,860 443 302 590 2,911 32,918 33,938 4,553 1,269 11,860 245 284 555 3,264 96,877 97,987 Total EXPENDITURE TOTAL 48,120 48,120 7,427 7,769 GRAND TOTAL 9,449 3,116 4,127 16,692 3,861 Allocation of Support Costs Support costs comprise Trustee Training and Governance Costs etc. Due to the nature of the financial activities of the PCC, these would be allocated across Charitable Expenditure which comprises the majority of its expenditure and as such are automatically charged there. Staff Costs 2023 2022 Wa es & Salaries £ 11,008 £13,227 Average number of employees During the year the PCC employed 2 Parish Administrators, Hall Bookings Officer and Cleaners (all part-time) and no payments were large enough to attract social security costs. There were no employee benefits to key management personnel in the previous or current year. 17 Trustees, Remuneration & Expenses John Waterfield is the husband of the vicar, Mrs J Waterfield and is employed by the PCC as Ftnance Administrator and Hall Bookings Officer. M Beddoe, trustee of the PCC, was paid £425 (2022: £1,992) by the PCC during the year for her role as Verger. 2 Trustees have been reimbursed £987 (2022 £954), for travel and phone expenses incurred during the year. No other expenses were paid to any other PCC member, persons closely connected to them or related parties. Donations from related parties (PCC members) totalled £5,115 (2022 £5,300) Fees for the examination of the accounts 2023 2022 Independent Examiner's fees £200 £174 Other fees (eg accountancy services) paid to the Independent Examiner Fixed Assets a. Tanglble Fixed Assets Church Hall Hall Equipment Church Equipment Restoration Expenditure Total Cost or Valuation As at 1stJan Additions in the Dis osal in the ear Revaluation ifan Value at 31st Dec 25,325 186,3121 69,736 76,454 357,827 ear 25,325 186,312 69,736 76,454 357,827 Accumulated De reciation As at 1stJan Char e for the Dis sals Value at 31st Dec 176,235 2,911 69,736 76,454 322,425 2,911 ear 179 146 69,736 76,454 325 336 Net Book Value at 1 st Jan 2023 Net Book Value at 31st Dec 2023 25,325 10,077 35,402 25,325 7,166 32,491 18 Fund Description Church Hall - Martin Heath Hall Freehold at cost Hall Equipment - Tables, Chairs, Audio Visual and Kitchen Equipment Church Equipment- Sound and Heating system, Churchyard Equipment and Pew Cushions Restoration Expenditure - Chancel Lighting and other restoration b. Fixed Asset Investments Change in market value At 31st Dec At 1stJan Additions Dlsposals Transfers Unrestricted funds Restrlcted Funds Endowment funds Ashb Glover COIF inc Nat Schools COIF Inc M Heath Mem COIF Inc 1,189 17,610 7,646 66 1,730 751 1,255 19,340 8,397 Total 26 445 2547 28,992 Current Assets Debtors 2023 2022 Gift aid recoverable Prepayments and accrued income Other debtors 58 Total 58 Liabilities Amounts falling due in one year 2023 2022 Income in advance Other creditors enc creditors 404 220 710 265 319 Total 723 1,195 19 The Parochial Church Council of Lichfield Christ Church Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 St December 2023 Prior Year comparative reports: Statement of Financial Activities - 2022 Unrestricted Funds Restrfcted Endowment Fund$ Funds TOTAL FUNDS 2022 2021 Incomlng Resources Donations and Legacies 43,396 7,390 50,786 44,661 Charitable Activities 14,551 1,366 15,917 11,155 OttEr Trading Activities 33,280 33,280 19,106 hvestments 786 1,079 1,865 818 Other incomirKJ reSoUr￿S TOTAL 92,013 9,835 101,848 75,740 Resources Expended Raisiro Fu￿JS 28,466 28,466 14,338 Charitable Activities 56,420 13,100 69,520 68,060 Other TOTAL 84,886 13,100 97,986 82,398 Net movement before revaluation and transfers 7,127 (3,265) 3,862 (6,658) Net galnl(losses) on Investments - realised unrealised (3,767) (3,767) 3,507 Net Incomel(Expenditure) 7,127 (3,265) (3,767) 95 (3,151) Transfer belween Funds 331 (331) Net Movement in Funds 7,458 (3,596) (3,767) 95 (3,151) Total Funds brought forward 1st January 79,456 47,533 30,212 157,201 160,352 Totsl Funds carried forward 31st December 86.914 43,937 26,445 157,296 157,201 20 Analysis of Net Assets - 2022 Unrestrlcted Funds Restricted Funds EndowTh*nt Funds 2022 Total 2021 Total Fixed Assets Investment Assets Current Assets - Short Term Deposits Current Assets - Cash at Bank Current Assets - Prepayments Current Liabilities 10,077 25,325 35,402 26,445 83,999 12,587 38,833 30,212 80,064 12,074 26,445 66,565 11,143 58 (930) 17,433 (265) (1,195) (3,982) Fund Balance 86,914 43 937 26 445 157,296 157201 Fund Movement- 2022 Opening Balance Incomlng resources Resources expended Investment gainsl(losses) Transfers Closing Balance (a) Fund movements Unrestricted General income account Martin Heath Hall income account 31,334 48,122 55,357" 36,656 (50,358) (34,528) 331 36,664 50,250 Total unrestricted fvnds Restricted Churchyard maIntena￿e The Martin Heath Hall FrierKls of Christ Church 79,456 92,013 84,886 331 86,914 2,380 (2,220) (160> 25,325 743 25,325 1,179 720 (284) National Sctrx)ols Fund Martin Heath Memorial Ashby Glover Memorial Organ and Music Fund Repair Malntenance FurKI Vestments Fund Total restrlcted fvnds EndoKment and Trust Funds - Ashby Glover Memorial (Flower FurKJ) National ScFh)ols FurKI Martin Heath Memorial Total endowment fvnds 5,037 4,485 87 703 10,116 1,037 47,533 601 (616) (836) 5,022 3,933 132 3,024 4,271 45 5,155 637 14 9,835 (2,834) (6,311) (171) 13,100 331 43,937 1,373 20,108 (184) (2.498) 1,189 17,610 30212 3,767 26,445 Total funds 157,201 101,848 97,986 3,767 157,296 21 Independent Examiner's report to the trusteeslmembers of The PCC of Lichfield Christ Church Registered charity number: 1192859 I report on the accounts for the year ended 31 St December 2023 which are set out on the following pages. Res ective res onsibilities of the Trustees and Inde endent 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 my responsibility to examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act, to follow the procedures latd down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and to state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of Inde endent Examiner's Statement My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or 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. Inde endent Examiner's Statement In connection with my examination, no material matters have come to my attention which gives me cause to believe that in any material respect: accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act or the accounts do not accord with the accounting records the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Signed: Jonathan Hill FCMA CGMA Lichfield Diocesan Board of Finance St Marys House, The Close, Lichfield. WS13 7LD Date:...4.1 .1 IE:,I￿,...............