THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2024
Charity number 1197175
Financial Statements
For the period ended 30[th] September 2024
Phone: Admin 0800 9545 099 Email: admin@chsn.org.uk Email: Help@chsn.org.uk Web: www.chsn.org.uk Christadelphian Support Network Unit 7355, PO Box 15113, Birmingham B2 2NJ
Helpline and Prayerline: 0800 9545 099
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THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2024
Table of Contents
| Annual Report of the Managing Committee 3 |
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| Independent Examiner’s report to the Trustees 9 |
| Income and Expenditure Account 10-11 |
| Balance Sheet 12 |
| Notes to the Financial Statements 13 |
| Roles, Responsibilities and Appointment Details 14 |
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THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2024
Annual Report of the Managing Committee
Charity Name
The Christadelphian Support Network UK Charity number: 1197175
Managing Committee – Trustees
Jean Baillie Colin Briley – Finance Karen Cox Phil Cox Gordon Dawes – Chair & Co-ordinator Roy Dean Gill Holden Hilary Knight Dr Anna Whittaker
Details of roles and responsibilities are provided on page 14
Managing Committee - Members
Julia Dean Alison Jones James Hallsworth
Principal Address
Unit 7355, PO Box 15113, Birmingham B2 2NJ
Bankers
Co-operative Bank, PO Box 250, Delph House, Southway, Skelmersdale WN8 6WT TSB plc, Box 2, BX1 1LT
Honorary Independent Examiner
Neil Sutcliffe FCA 10 Park Lane, Penwortham, Preston PR1 9JB
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THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2024
Annual report
The Trustees of the Christadelphian Support Network UK, present the annual report of the Charity for the year ended 30 September 2024.
Structure and Governance
The Charity was incorporated on 16 December 2021 under Charity number 1197175, replacing an existing charity of the same name registered under number 1089965. The Trustees are legally accountable for the assets of the Charity.
The Trustees unanimously agreed to accept the transfer all activities, assets and liabilities of the predecessor charity to the new charity with effect from 1 October 2022. The old Charity now acts as agent for the new Charitable Incorporated Organisation in any residual matters until such time as it is formally closed. Formal closure is scheduled for 2025.
The Trustees and committee members meet as a Managing Committee seven times a year. Sub-committees are formed as necessary to undertake specific tasks on behalf of the Managing Committee.
The Managing Committee has reviewed and revised the roles and responsibilities of trustees in relation to the Charity, and established skills and competencies in relation to the requirements of the Charity and current Charity Commission guidance.
The skills and suitability of applicants for trustee roles and committee member roles are assessed against the anticipated strategic needs of the Charity going forward, a skills matrix and an interview with two of the trustees. Vacancies are always advertised by appropriate channels through the UK Christadelphian community to maximise experience and encourage diversity. Prospective trustees and members of the Managing Committee are encouraged to attend at least two meetings as observers, before formal commitments are made by both the individual and the Charity.
The trustees and committee members give their time voluntarily and, other than reimbursement of approved out of pocket expenses, receive no remuneration or other benefits from their role.
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THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2024
Objectives and Activities
In planning our activities for the year, we keep in mind the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit. The focus of our activities remains:
'The support of individuals, members of our church community and their families, who are experiencing problems'. In a phrase ‘helping the hurting’.
CSN:
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encourages awareness of issues affecting individuals and our community
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supports activities and events to foster understanding, kindness, and mutual support in our community
We provide support to all who approach us, irrespective of being in our church community, their wider families and the public. In accordance with the Equality Act 2010 we support each of the nine protected characteristics, and help anyone approaching us regardless of personal background, or circumstances. We believe this philosophy of openness to all, enriches everyone through the sharing of skills, attitudes, and life experiences.
In more detail, the Charity continues to provide:
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a confidential and caring 'Helpline' service, via phone or email, for anyone with a difficult personal problem. This offers at least a listening ear and provides for skilled support where necessary and available
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a ‘Prayerline’ encouraging prayer for and with each other via a matrix of confidential helpers
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for the spiritual wellbeing of church members and their wider families and friends who are facing life’s difficulties
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specialist advice for church elders, youth leaders and pastoral care teams in the Christadelphian community, who may not have access to such areas of expertise
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a centre of expertise supporting the Safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and encouraging the development of best practice in each of our autonomous churches and related organisations throughout the UK
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a programme of events and activities to educate on issues and difficulties faced by church members and their families, to raise awareness and encourage compassionate care and mutual support in our community
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THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2024
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a comprehensive website and resources library covering many pastoral care issues
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individual support for those experiencing, and the carers of those experiencing, long term illness or disability by linking members who seek and/or offer support and practical help
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Other practical and spiritual needs as they may arise
During this financial year the Charity carried out the following specific activities:
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Provided the annual update and Safeguarding training for nominated Designated Safeguarding Leads from across our church network (November)
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Provided training for our ‘first line’ telephone support contacts (February)
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Ran an Anxiety Awareness Day (April)
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Supported a fellowship weekend at Holland House (April)
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Led a Praise and Fellowship event (September), which showcased CSN activities to a wider audience
In addition, the Charity continued to provide safeguarding oversight to the UK Christadelphian community, providing guidance on specific cases referred to it from churches, in addition to the training noted above. A revised Safeguarding template has been published and the Charity will continue to encourage safeguarding best practice and compliance in each autonomous church where it applies. As a matter of principle all CSN trustees carry UK DBS clearance.
Our telephone and email Helpline and Prayerline saw continued activity throughout the period. We thank our member volunteers who manage and share the Helpline and Prayerline rota, providing support for those in need. We also thank ALL our volunteers for their valuable contribution of time, energy, expertise and feedback – without which we would not have been able to achieve so much.
Our full publications range is now available via electronic download, and we are pleased to see this is now the primary means of distribution. A revised Drug Abuse booklet is in course of production, and other titles are being considered.
During the year the Charity agreed, on the advice of the sub-committee responsible, not to run a ‘Sisters’ Day’ event in future, as its purpose has been met and superseded by other events and social media connections in our church community. It also gave notice that it would not subsidise the annual ‘Holland House’ fellowship weekend after April 2024. These changes will allow us to concentrate on other areas
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THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2024
of need via new Awareness Days, and regional distribution of earlier well supported topics.
Achievements and performance
During the period to 30 September 2024 the trustees have continued to comply with the Objects of the Charity. The trustees regularly give time to the strategic direction of the Charity, the risks we face and review of its standards and processes used to deliver our mission and the changing needs of our community.
Appropriate training and supervision is in place for those who support the national telephone Helpline and Prayerline. Work continued to simplify our database, IT processes and distribution lists to ensure GDPR compliance.
The Constitution of CSN, as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO), embraces a significant membership – all those who contribute to our work, plus some additional experience of former trustees - to whom the current trustees of the Charity are responsible.
Trustees are now appointed for four-year terms, and are limited to three consecutive terms, with up to one quarter of the trustees retiring annually. This is in line with Charity Commission best practice and balances both continuity of experience and refreshment with new skills and perspectives. It also ensures greater transparency and accountability in the governance of the Charity going forward.
Safeguarding is proving to be a key and core component of CSN’s work for the Christadelphian community. The Safeguarding subcommittee (up to six members, with various levels of policy, education and operational experience) is now working well to develop suitable DSL training, and policy, and provide additional expertise to the trustees. One member of the team sits on the Management committee of CSN, alongside the Safeguarding trustee, to increase our focus on this significant risk area. A significantly improved and extended training event is planned for November 2024.
Under the new Constitution, any individual baptised into the Christadelphian community and supportive of the objects and values of the Charity may become a Member of the Charity, on acceptance by the trustees of an membership form detailing their relevant skills and experience. Details of how to become a Member have been posted on the Charity’s website.
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THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2024
Financial Review
In the year ended 30 September 2024 the Charity received income of £19,441 and incurred expenditure of £13,862 resulting in a surplus for the year of £5,924. (2023: £ 54 )
On 1 October 2022, the Charity was gifted net assets of £57,182 from its predecessor Charity.
As at 30 September 2024 the Charity held net assets of £63,160 (2023: £57,236) represented by bank balances.
Declaration
The Trustees declare that they have approved the Trustee’s report set out above.
Signed on behalf of the Charity’s Trustees
Gordon Dawes CSN Chair & Co-ordinator
Date 7 June 2025
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THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2024
Independent Examiner’s report to the Trustees
I report to the Trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above Charity (‘the Charity’) for the year ended 30 September 2024, which are set out on pages 10 to 13.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The Charity's Trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the Act’).
I report in respect of my examination of the Charity’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all of the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145 (5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiners statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives cause to believe that in any material respect,
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The accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act, or
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The accounts did not accord with the accounting records, or
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The accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a ‘true and fair’ view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination’.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Neil Sutcliffe FCA 10 Park Lane Penwortham Preston PR1 9JB Date 7 June 2025
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THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2024
Income and Expenditure Account
| Income Resources from Generated Funds Ecclesial donations Other Donations Bank Interest received Resources from Charitable Activities Fellowship weekend fees: - Shallowford House, - Holland House, Books, and CD sales Awareness Days & Seminar collections Sundries Total income |
£ 12,315 1,636 303 |
2023 £ £ 10,142 1,385 512 |
2024 £ |
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| 2,612 3,695 - - - 19 |
14,254 - 6,385 - - 1,017 |
12,039 | |
| 6,326 | 7,402 | ||
| 20,580 | 19,441 |
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THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2024
Resources used –
Charitable Activities
| Resources used – Charitable Activities |
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| 2023 | 2024 | |||
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Fellowship weekend expenses: | ||||
| - Shallowford House, | 5,328 | - | ||
| - Holland House, | 7,640 | 5,240 | ||
| Event expenses |
360 | 720 | ||
| Training day expenses | 351 | 525 | ||
| Publications | 2,554 | - | ||
| Printing, postage, and stationery | 352 | 252 | ||
| Telephone Helpline | 922 | 1,030 | ||
| Digital and website | 1,725 | 1,148 | ||
| Insurance | 776 | 1,474 | ||
| Committee & member expenses | 206 | 2,304 | ||
| Accounting software | 180 | 195 | ||
| Sundry expenses | 132 | 629 |
| Surplus for the year | 20,526 13,517 |
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| 54 5,924 |
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THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2024
Balance sheet
| Current Assets Cash Bank deposit account Bank current accounts Prepayments and Deposits Current liabilities Amounts due within one year Net assets Accumulated Funds Opening Balance Gift from predecessor Charity Surplus for the year Closing Balance |
2023 2024 £ £ - - 36,476 50,035 20,760 11,983 |
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| 57,236 62,018 - 1,142 |
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| 57,236 63,160 - - |
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| 57,236 63,160 - 57,236 57,182 54 - 5,924 |
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| 57,236 63,160 |
These Financial statements were approved on 7 June 2025
Signed on behalf of the Trustees
Gordon Dawes Chair
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THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2024
Notes to the Financial Statements
Accounting Policies
Basis of Accounting
Income
Voluntary income and donations are accounted for as received by the Charity. Tax reclaims on donations are included in the period in which they are recovered.
Expenditure
Expenditure is accounted for on an accrual’s basis.
Accumulated Funds
The Charity’s reserves constitute unrestricted funds that are expendable at the discretion of the trustees in the furtherance of the objects of the Charity. Such funds may be held to finance both working capital and capital investment.
It is the policy of the Charity to maintain a reserve of at least one year’s net expenditure with a target of two year’s net expenditure. Net expenditure is defined as total expenditure less that related to a specific item of discretionary expenditure, e.g., fellowship weekend income. At 30 September 2024, accumulated unrestricted funds were the equivalent of 4.7 (2023 2.8) times total expenditure and 10.4 (2023 4.1) times net expenditure.
Assets
All expenditure on equipment costing less than £500 is written off in the year of purchase.
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THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2024
Roles, Responsibilities and Appointment Details
| Managing Committee |
Predecessor Charity Trustee Appointed |
Trustee Appointed |
Trustee Retirement /Re-election due |
Trustee Retirement /Re-election due |
Area |
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| Jean Baillie* | n/a | 2022 | 2026 | Strategy | |
| Colin Briley* | 2015 | 2022 | 2025 | Finance | |
| Karen Cox* | 2015 | 2022 | 2025 | Educational support |
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| Phil Cox* | 2015 | 2022 | 2025 | IT and GDPR | |
| Gordon Dawes* | 2018 | 2022 | 2026 | Co-ordinator & Chair |
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| Julia Dean | Design & communications. |
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| Roy Dean* | 2015 | 2022 | 2026 | Praise & Fellowship, Fellowship weekend |
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| Gill Holden* | 2019 | 2023 | 2027 | Safeguarding | |
| Alison Jones | Project support | ||||
| Hilary Knight* | 2015 | 2022 | 2026 | Helpline & Prayerline Fellowship weekends |
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| Anna Whittaker* |
2021 | 2022 | 2025 | Healthcare support & Publications |
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| Trustee * | |||||
| Name | Predecessor Charity Appointed |
Appointed | Re- election due |
Area | |
| Neil Sutcliffe | 2021 | 2022 | 2027 | HonoraryAuditor |
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