Abergavenny Baptist Church Accounts 31 December 2022
Abergavenny Baptist Church
Independent Examiners Report to The Trustees and Members of Abergavenny Baptist Church
We report on the accounts of the church for the year ended 31st December 2022 which which are set out on pages 2 to 6
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiners
The church's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the church accounts. the church's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under 144 (2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It is our responsibility to:
examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 act;
to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commissioners under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act; and
to state whether particular matters have come to our attention.
Basis of independent examiners' report
Our 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 you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair view' and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent Examiners' statement
In connection with our examination no matter has come to our attention:
(1) which gives us reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements
- to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and - to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met; or (2) to which, in our opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached
I Morris
C Lines
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Abergavenny Baptist Church Trustees Report For The Year Ended 31 December 2022
The Trustees present their report with the unaudited financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2022
Reference and Administrative Details
| Charity Number | 1194889 | |
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| Address | Frogmore Street | |
| Abergavenny | ||
| Monmouthshire | ||
| NP7 7AL | ||
| Trustees | ||
| Rev M Orsmond | Minister | |
| B Watkins | Children's Worker | |
| A O'Gorman | Youth and Family Worker | |
| J H C Morgan | ||
| M Anderson | Treasurer | |
| L W Anderson | ||
| P Martin | ||
| M Morgan | ||
| A I Wilde | Secretary | |
| D Morris | appointed 9 March 2022 | |
| I Gilbertson | appointed 9 March 2022 |
Trustees for a Charity Baptist Union Corporation
Structure, Governance and Management
Abergavenny Baptist Church is an unincorporated charitable association. It is governed by constitution. Charity Trustees are appointed by church members. Any person qualified to be a member of the church is eligible for election as a Charity Trustee (unless disqualified by statute), provided that they have been a member for at least 6 months and provided that, at all times at least 66% of the elected Charity Trustees shall be persons who have been baptised in accordance with the beliefs of the Baptist Union.
Objectives and Activities
The principal purpose of the church is the advancement of the Christian faith according to the principles of the Baptist denomination. The church may also advance education and carry out other charitable purposes in the United Kingdom and/or other parts of the world.
The Activities may include but are not restricted to:
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regular public worship, prayer, Bible study, preaching and teaching;
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baptism, as defined in the Union’s Declaration of Principle;
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the Communion of the Lord’s Supper which shall normally be observed at least once a month;
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• evangelism and mission, locally, regionally, nationally and internationally;
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the teaching, encouragement, welcome and inclusion of young people;
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nurture and growth of Christian disciples;
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education and training for Christian and community service;
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giving and encouraging pastoral care;
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supporting and encouraging charitable social action in the United Kingdom and abroad;
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- encouraging relationships with and supporting Baptists and other Christians.
Our weekly Sunday morning service has been well attended with many people attending in-person and some attending via Zoom. The church also continues to hold monthly prayer meetings in-person, and many of the church's Life Groups meet fortnightly, either in-person, or a hybrid of both online and in-person. During the year, we had one baptism and three dedication services.
During the year the youth group has successfully maintained contact with an average of 12 young people weekly attending in person, and two joining via zoom. We have delivered The Prayer Course, NUA Origins Tearfund Justice Together and studied the Lifelines book and The Gospel of Mark. We continue to promote the Urban Saints House Camp, Bethany House Party and supported 3 young people from the church to attend this week away.
The Toddler Group continues to run as a Faith based Toddler group and has expanded with a regular core group of 15 mums, increasing to 22 mums on occasions.
Over the course of the year we have held numerous activities at ABC. We have had an average of 15-20 young people on a Sunday morning with many of those coming to our after school club, Dodgeball and Donuts. This has been extremely well attended and we have over 35 children registered and a weekly attendance of over 25 children, many from non-church backgrounds.
Our special seasonal activities have all been well received and throughout the year we have had an Easter Eggstravaganza, Holiday Club, Light Party, a no rehearsal nativity and Christmas party. All of these events have been very well attended with numbers in the high twenties. We have built up a reputation in the community for well organized activities for children which we hope to build on in the coming year.
2022 was a busy year at the Foodbank in Abergavenny. For the first 7 months, we delivered Food parcels to clients. Initially because of Covid, and then because of building work at the church. It was good to re-open to clients in August, so that now we are able to have a cup of tea and a chat with them when they come in to collect their food parcel. We also have a volunteer from Citizens' Advice in one session and a worker from MIND in the other, so clients can get advice and support there and then for a range of problems. The cost of living increase, and all the National publicity meant that the community gave generously at both Harvest Festival and Christmas and we received more food donations than ever, as well as more financial support. This meant we could give out Christmas Hampers all through December and food gift vouchers.
Overall in 2022 referrals were up nearly 20% compared to 2021, with more families being referred in the year. However, as we have a large financial surplus, we are able to cope with this increase and are looking at ways we can use it to better support people who are struggling in the next year.
Policy on reserves
The church does not have a policy on reserves but endeavours to meet all its commitments when they fall due.
M Orsmond
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Abergavenny Baptist Church Income and Expenditure account for the year ended 31 December 2022
| Offering:Gift Aid General Envelopes Cash Stewardship Other income Interest: bank accounts trust funds Rent Easyfundraising Donations for Hm/BMS Donations Foodbank donations Hire of Church hall Grants Donation Spurgeons etc Miscellaneous Womens fellowship Expenses Gross Stipend Children and Youth workers wages Employer's NI Pension Pension shortfall Pension childrens worker Ministers expenses Childrens ministry Manse costs including ins Visiting ministers & speakers Insurance Light, heat and telephone Cleaning Major repairs (project costs) Minor repairs IT equipment Donations to HM/BMS Donations spurgeons etc Donations miscellaneous General administrative expenses Advertising, books and cards Courses Other expenses Womens Fellowship Expenses Foodbank Costs Excess of receipts over payments Trust fund income Transfers between funds Excess of receipts over payments Balance brought forward Balance carried forward |
2022 2022 General fund Restricted Funds Total £ £ £ 54,542 54,542 8,095 8,095 4,115 4,115 2,236 121 2,357 68,988 121 69,109 15,685 1,191 16,876 344 344 741 741 50 50 - - 1,100 1,100 169 169 69,362 69,362 85 85 10,535 7,688 18,223 - 889 889 - - 544 544 97,141 80,351 177,492 25,988 25,988 24,269 24,269 25 25 3,247 3,247 1,755 1,755 2,426 2,426 460 460 1,280 300 1,580 5,393 5,393 200 200 3,317 3,317 3,933 3,933 1,324 1,324 106,993 106,993 3,904 3,904 911 911 2,320 1,500 3,820 199 199 2,281 442 2,723 2,346 2,346 - - - - 599 599 468 468 26,544 26,544 193,439 28,985 222,424 (96,298) 51,366 (44,932) 80,134 80,134 3,600 (3,600) - (12,564) 47,766 35,202 190,885 111,458 302,343 178,321 159,224 337,545 |
2021 £ 46,603 16,002 862 - |
|---|---|---|
| 63,467 | ||
| 12,639 19 214 100 119 1,200 1,506 50,324 120 6,364 458 116 320 |
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| 136,966 | ||
| 24,500 22,880 25 3,078 2,956 2,097 360 1,310 7,911 250 2,932 3,120 1,189 7,086 7,796 - 2,950 177 1,900 2,428 - 148 1,272 407 13,487 |
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| 110,259 | ||
| 26,707 5,712 - |
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| 32,419 | ||
| 269,924 | ||
| 302,343 |
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Abergavenny Baptist Church Balance Sheet as at 31 December 2022
| Notes Current assets Bank/building society balances 125,189 Current a/c 4,364 Deposit a/c 50,089 Foodbank Current account and cash 154,642 Foodbank Vouchers 2,770 Womens Fellowship bank & cash 357 Childrens and youth petty cash 2 Cash in hand 132 337,545 Net current assets Net assets Representing Balances on the following: General Fund Balance at start of period Net deficit Transfers Restricted Funds: Youth Fund Spurgeons/LMRT Foodbank Childrens Worker HM/BMS Total Funds Other Monetary Assets HELD BY Baptist Union Hereford Rd Manse Trust Fund Bethany Chapel Trust Fund Non Monetary Assets Held for Own Use Church at Insurance value 3,655,318 Pipe Organ at Insurance value 233,847 Manse at Insurance Value Potential Liability Pension Fund Shortfall |
125,189 4,364 50,089 154,642 2,770 357 2 132 |
2022 £ 337,545 337,545 190,885 (96,298) 83,734 178,321 1,315 164 157,695 50 159,224 337,545 3,811.30 30,179.42 33,990.72 3,889,165 393,841 - |
- 6,883 185,000 109,782 - 480 49 149 |
2021 £ 302,343 |
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| 337,545 | 302,343 | |||
| 302,343 | ||||
| 200,930 (11,245) 1,200 |
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| 190,885 | ||||
| 1,078 398 109,782 200 |
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| 111,458 | ||||
| 302,343 | ||||
| 10,948.49 102,948.95 |
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| 113,897.44 | ||||
| 3,171,753 233,847 332,915 30,100 |
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Abergavenny Baptist Church Abergavenny Foodbank Profit And Loss Account For the year ended 31 December 2022 Included in Restricted Funds
| 2022 | 2021 | ||||
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| £ | £ | ||||
| Income | Donations | 65,417 | 47,639 | ||
| Donations Gift aided | 3,805 | 2,685 | |||
| Gift Aid Tax Refunds | 1,145 | 676 | |||
| Grants | 7,688 | 6,364 | |||
| Reimbursed expenses | 97 | 6 | |||
| 78,152 | 57,370 | ||||
| Cost of sales | Purchases | 8,036 | 1,281 | ||
| Vouchers | 4,090 | 0 | |||
| 12,126 | 1,281 | ||||
| Gross surplus | 66,026 | 56,089 | |||
| Expenses | Bank charges | 99 | 0 | ||
| Entertaining | 0 | 69 | |||
| Legal and professional | 35 | 70 | |||
| Pensions | 2,111 | 1,699 | |||
| Postage | 46 | 0 | |||
| Rent | 3,600 | 1,200 | |||
| Stationery and printing | 5 | 0 | |||
| Subscriptions | 0 | 360 | |||
| Sundry expenses | 55 | 440 | |||
| Telephone and fax | 144 | 126 | |||
| Travel and subsistence | 115 | 0 | |||
| Wages and salaries | 11,903 | 9,449 | |||
| 18,113 | 13,412 | ||||
| Net surplus | 47,913 | 42,676 | |||
| Balance b/fwd | 109,782 | 67,106 | |||
| Balance c/fwd | 157,695 | 109,782 |
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