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Ann1 PwJns&A(wnts. 2024 I VICAR'S REPORT s we look back on 2024, we do so Wlth graiitude, hope, and honesty. This has been a year m3rked by growth, renewal, and joyful Itness, but also by the ongoing challenges of SU51aining and developing OUT life together. l am incredibly rhankful for all who have coniributed in so many ways to the minisiry and mission of our church. In May. Bishop Rosemarie presided ai the Admission ro Holy Communion, celebrating wilh a number of our children and our school children. She was clearly pleased with the strong bond between the church and school, which remains a vitsl relationship. In February, we were greaily encouraged by rhe visit of Bishop Christopher. His presence came at a particularly sensiiive lime in the national conversation aboui refugees, and il Was moving ro see him use hig public platform io express compassion and a strong moral witne55 on behalf of the Church. His vi5ii lifted spirit5 and gave us strength ro continue our work. July broughi Ihe joyful celebrarion of Fr Ions ordinaiion and First Mass. Welcoming a new priesr 15 always a source of fresh energy and blessing, and we continue (o be enriched by his minisiry. In November, thfee of our young people were confirmed ar Southwaik Carhedral-a moving and memorable occasion. I'iL', Also in February, we welcomed Bishop David Hamid, who led the confirmation in Spanish of 14 young people. It was a deeply joyful and Spirit-filled service, with Bishop David offering powerful sermon on the slrengrh of rhe Holy Our children's ministry, Small Saints, has giuwii steadily, as have our all-age services. There is more work to do, but thanks must go to the ream of commirred leaders, Ruth, Irene and Retxcca. who offer their time ènd energy each week. Our choir continues to enhance our worship beautifully, preparing music ènd rehearsing diligenrly ofren behind rhe scenes, including iwice-monihly evening rehearsals. Their contribution adds real depth and feverence to our liturgy. The Summer Fayre was a great success, thanks ro Fr Jon and Mandy foi their leadership. It brought the wider community together and lifted many SPllllS. Spirit and the Church's mission. It was a moment of pride and encouragemeni for our Spanish- speaking community. Our parish was chosen to pilot the Anti-Racism Charter study resources, which were well received and fruiiful. These conver5aiion5 informed our new Mission Aciion Plan, prepared collaboratively acioss both our English ènd Spani5h-speaking iongregations. Thi5 work gives us clear direciion and reflecis a genuine momenrum in our missional ihinking. The goals identified through the charter ère now For the firs1 time, we celebraied Ihe whole of Holy Week and Easier in boih English and Spanish. The services were carefully prepared, beautifully led, and well attended. Special thank5 go to Bron, our 5acrisi and churchwaiden. whose iireless work made such an impaci throUghr those holy days.
Ann1 PwJns&A(wnts. 2024 embedded in our plan. Our engègement with the deanery and the wider diocese iem6in5 Strong. We've continued ro offer support 10 Spanish-speaking congregaiions in orher parishes, and Ihis collaboraiion has been enriching for all. Financial 5U51ainabiliry remain5 a challenge. In 2024. we had a deficil of jusi over £9,0ffl, wilh our reserves gradually decreasing. However. we re spending less than in previous years and making the most of whar we have. My thanks go io our PCC for Iheir careful oversighr and especially to Chris Chikwendu, who rook on the role of treasurer following the sad death of Brenda Coop. We remain grateful for Brenda'5 joyful service and faithful friendship over many year& The church-school relationship continL*S to thrive. We were delighted to receive the highest ratings acr055 all areas during Ihe SIAMS Istaiuiory Inspection of Anglican and Meihodisc Schools) inspection. Inspectors encouraged us ro share our model and approach with other schools. Later in Ihe year, Ofsied vi5iied and. while the results were mixed, (here were many affirmations and areas of encouiagemeni. I continue to lead weekly collective worship. prepare children for Holy Communion, and support the RE curriculum, including school visits to the church and seanal services. Thanks must also go to Mandy, Silas, and Bruno, who faithfully serve as sidespeople each week, offering a warm welcome ro èll. In our Spanish- speaking congregation, Dèniel coordinates the choir and eucharisiic minisiers, while lavier ensures rhe readers and other practical needs of (he liturgy are well met. Their dedication is deeply appreciated. 11 Pastoral work continues with vislts and services in local nursing homes Beulah Visra and Pèrkview. A highlight was the schcx)I choir's Christma5 Vlslt to Parkview, which was warmly welcomed. We also mainiain links wilh Gibson Lodge. currently wilh the suppori of our colleagues from St Oswald's due to our own limited clergy availability. As we Iwk to the future, we do 50 Wlth realism, faiih. and hope_There is much 10 be done- bui much already ro be rhankful for. The Holy Spirit continues to guide, to encourage, and to bless. May we keep walking this path with courage, joy, and love.
pcc by Maureen Crooks (PCCSecretary) We continue 10 grow and develop our mission Ihanks io Faiher Anionio's leadership. Eucharistic Ministers include, Ruih Sharsne, Pairick Snr, Mike Hedges, and Daniel R t)omin9uez (Spanish service). Here is a summary of some of our aciivities and achievemenis. The PCC have also Tecenily welcomed non- Voling mem[$. observers. who potentially may want io become members ofthe PCC. Father Antonio introduced an additional weekday service for the Spanish congrega(ion. on Tuesday evenin9s. This has been well attended. The children from Sm311 Saints Sunday School now return at the end of the service to briefly present whar they have learned ro the con9regaiion and they remain for ihe rest of the service. It s greai to see iheir 'show and iell, and Ihis helps the children develop a sironger connecrion with the Mass, Father Ions first mass was held on Sunday 7ih July with a lovely receprion afterwards. Father Jon and Mandy joinily organised rhe summer fete. There were fun stalls and aciivities and lots of interest from passers-by. It was an excelleni use of rhe churchyard. l am thankful for and inspired by My fellow PCC members. They èll bring è wealih of knowledge. skills and enthusiasm to all PCC rasks, while the majority of them working full-time. A lot of the important and necessary work takes place behind ihe scene5 and we are particularly graieful to Bron, our Churchwarden. Mike, our Clerk of Works and Chris our Treasurer for their commiimeni. The Mission Action Plèn survey was av3il3ble to all the congregation and daia showed rhar people were engaging approx. 21 minutes spent on the survey. Following on from this a meeting with the whole congregaiion was planned for Sunday 17th November. This was well attended and well received as people from both services (English and Spanish) attended. All had the opportunity 10 give their viewi these were recorded and ihese now feaiure in the recently signed off Mission Action Plan IMAP). Wirh support and contriburions from you, the con9regarion, we look forward ro achieving more in the coming months. Your support in various foims to keep the church running smoothly such acolytes, and readers 15 invaluable and appreciaied. The PCC agreed rhat we should exrend the numbers of Euchèristic Ministers, including three for the Spanish speaking services. The new K(ReF
Ann1 PwJns&A(wnts. 2024 DEANERY SYNOD by Bron Panter (Churchwarden andDeanerySynod Rep) he Church of England Is split into Episcopal Jurisdictions lareasl. Each area is known as a Diocese, of which there are forty-lwo. Each wilh a Diocesan Bishop, and Area Bishops. primarily looking after pastoral matters. Each year every Parish Church must hold a meeting known as Ihe Annual Parochial Church Meeiin9. The meeting can be held at any poini between l January and 31 May. At ihis meering once in 3 years we elect Lay people to represent U5 on the Deanery Synod. We do not elect Clergy as Ihey have an automatic place. The number of Lay people is dependanr on the number of people on the Church Electoral Roll. We qualify for 3 Lay people. For the ierm of office from 2023 ro 2026 we elecied Atwold Williams, Mac Hagan, and Bron Panrer. If a membef retires duTing their term of office, then the Annual Meeiing may source a person ro fill that vacant place by whar is known as a Casual Vacancy. The Lay people are members of the House of Laity. The Clergy are members of the House of Clergy. 11 is Ihe people in ihese Houses that elect once in 3 years people to sit on rhe DicKesèn Synod, nd once in S years to Slt on the Church of England's General Synod. The Deanery Synod has three meetings per yeèr. We meeT in the evenings at 8pm. This past year we have mer ar Sr Lukes, Si Mark's, and here at All Saints., In receni years we have taken a more seriou5 look a5 to the needs of our local communities. One of Ihe main focuses is working with Croydon Cilizens. Their work is invaluable to people who are struggling in all 50rt5 of different ways. Quiie often young people with menial healih issues. Croydon Ciiizens is a people- power alliance of l(Kal civil society institutions. TFW build ielationships, develop community leaders, and acr on i5sue5 affecting our communiiies. We are pari of Souih London Citizens. iepresenting one hundred faith, cotnmunity, and education institution5, and are affiliated to Citizen5 UK, Ihe national home of community organising. Each Dlocese is splil inio Archdeaconries. Each Archdeaconry has an Archdeacon. Who primarily look5 after adminisirative and building mauer& The Archdeaconries are eèch split into Deaneries. Each Deanery ha5 an Area Dean who as$1515 the Archdeècon at local level. Our Croydon Area Bishop 15 the Ri Revd Rosemary Mallet. The Archdeacon of Croydon is the Venerable Greg Prior, and our Area Dean is rhe Rpvd r.4nnn loy¢e Forbe5. Here ai All Saints.. we are in the Deanery of Croydon Norih which churches.st John's. All Sain15' St Alban's. Holy Innocents. St Mark's, St Jude's, St Paul's, St Oswald's. St Siephen's. Sr Philips. St Lukes, St Saviour's. Each Deanery Synod has a Chair (who is the Area Deènl, a Lay Chair, a Deanery Synod Secreiary, and a Deanery Synod Treasurer. Plus Clergy, and elecied Laiiy from Ihe Parishes wiihin Ihe Deanery. Our Lay Chair, and Treasurer is ar the present time. Mr John Stephens from St John's. Our Deanery Synod Secretary 15 Ms Jennifer Thorne-Br3iihwaiie from Si Siephen's. In some Deaneries, but noi all. Ihere is also an Assistènt Area Deèn. We here in Croydon North are fortunate to have an Assistant Area Dean. and the Reverend Alison Brunr fills this role. CrTrydon Ni)'r meeting ar All Saint5 Itetrwy24j tkarrysyll
Ann1 PwJns&A(wnts. 2024 We are also The Deanery Synod also discusses many oiher smaller topics. Not least Inviling members to speak of the Mission work Ing undertaken in rheir own Churches. Wonderful Children's work being undertaken ai Sr Johns. The food bank ai 51 Albans where ihere is a never-ending increase in demands from families and indeed single people who find rhem5elve5 in need. A150 offering on a Thursday a Communiry Coffee morning, and on a Saiurday ar lunchtime a hot meal to anyone who cèlls in. Churches within the Deanery are all working hard in their own many varied ways 10 serve Iheir local communily. To do $0 effeciively ihough rhere needs ro be the people who are willing, ènd who h3ve the time 10 Serve. This is not always easy for the younger Church family members. Perhaps if you are a lillle older, wirh FM)ssibly noi quite so many demands on your rime, you may be willing ro offer some help here in All Saint5. Please do speak ¥Mth Father Anionio if you feel you may be ble to do rhis. There has been over the past few years, a change in ihe feel of Deanery Synod meetings. A feel for Ihe better. Members are friendlier, artendance is higher, and ihere is a greater Sense of being part of a communiiy working for the common good. 11 would be encouraging if here at All Saints, some new willing, possibly youngef people, came forward io servv on the DeèneT}' Synod. Especial 1>, as we begin ro focus on our Parisli Mission Acii<)ri plan. Please do give some Ihoughi as to if you might be willing to come on board. promoting Lay ,Minis1ry wirhin Ihe Deanery_ Marie l.Villiams, who is ihe appoinied Lay Champion mer Kiith us. There is sirong desire in the Church of England to encourage and value Lay Ministry. ,Uarie explained the many different From Licensed Readers, Pastoral Auxiliaries, Ihrough lo Church Army Evangelisis, All sort5 of many varied roles are available for the laity io discern. If you feel GCKI might be nudging you io explore ihe roles available, please do speak with Faiher Anionio. Following the Makin Reporl, la repori which revealed a serious breech in dealing wilh abuse within the Church of Englèndl Safeguarding is featuring high on ihe Deanery Synod agenda and will remain so for the indefinite future The Diocesan Safeguarding Team has in5rrucred each Church to conduct è Safeguarding Audit. From this audit the Team will be able to evaluate where each Church is placed with Its DBS Checks and Safeguarding Training. This will enable the Diocesan Safeguarding Team 10 bring this area up to the highest standard possible. The General Synod has been required io review how the whole of Safeguarding within the Church of England is run. Is it to be outsourced in lis entirety ro an independeni kK)dy. OT 10 remain within the Church of England. When the General Synod mei in February of ihis year. lengihy discussions were held, and a vole was tèken. In simple terms. the vote wès cèiried in favour for not to fully outsource safeguarding scruiiny, for now. Opiing for a hybrid independent safeguarding model. This wenr against the wishes of both the Lead Safeguarding Bishop Joanne Grenfell, and Ihe Archbishop of York, who wanied to create a more independent body. adLliessii)g Ihe Synod. Area Dean and Laychair ol the Oeanery Synod It**rY?021) Please do hold in your prayers our Area Dean the Reverend Canon Joyce Forbe5, and the Deanery Synod as a whole. As members coniinue to work in what can often be quite challenging circumstances, stiiving by their words and action5 to reveal the unconditional, never- ending availabiliiy of, G(xJ s love, for all. tkarrysyll
Ann1 PwJns&A(wnts. 2024 BUILDINGWORKS by Mi ke Hedges (Clerk of Works) Works Completed During theyear December 2024 - Discrere works to the gutters were compleied and a number of roof iiles replaced in prepèration for the winter. Roof lon-goingl The roofs were routinely inspecied and Iiles replaced/ rewsiiboned as necessary. February 2024 - The eniry arrangements for the m3in entrance (West Door) were reviewed and security improved. May 2024 Quinquennial Priorily Recommendation- The boiler rcM)m door was replaced, ès recommended by the last quinquennial inspection repori 120211. A steel door and door frame were installed. These works complered rhe high prioriry recommendations of the quinquennial report. Planned Works The PCC approved, in principle, rhe annual review of the Building Maintenance Plan. We 3ie WOTking through ihi5 addressing urgent priorities and as finances permit, Quinquennial Other Recommendaiions- Some actions which could be undertaken in- house have been completed. We hope io secure funding ro both clean and improve the grade 2-listed War Memorial. June 2024 - Dulwich College Service Day - For the firs1 time, as pari of iheir communiiy I nvolvement, students from the College completed husbandry tasks in the churchyard. We are giareful ro Fr Jon for organi5ing ihi> We hope to develop è soft play area for under-55 in ihe rear, south corner of ihe Nave. September 2024 - A hopper on the Church tower was cleared ol vegetarion so ihat drainage from the platform around the base of the steeple was improved. Long-Term Pl•ThnlThg The frequency of routine gutier clearance and lile inspection / replacement has been adjusted, on a trial basis. from six visits to four visits a yeai. November 2024 - A replacement air pump for Ihe sewage treatment plant wès installed. The previous air pump had lasted well. The wooden floor in the entrance lobby is in a p(x)r sraie of repair and will require replacing. Aieès of the Church's walls in the Nave currently require redecorarion. There 15 a need to clean the higher section5 of the iniernal walls of the nave. More substantial work5 on the Church loof5 will be required in rhe long-ierm. tkarrysyll
Ann1 PwJns&A(wnts. 2024 SMALL SAINTS by I rene Oworakanga (Children & Young People Discipleship andsafeguarding Officer) i is now two years since Sunday school reopened and off wiih a greai siari, if is on every Sunday. di5CUS5 Ihe of Ihe iopic to be raught and the teaching meihods and styles TO employ during the delivery of the lesson. With incredible supporr from Father Antonia. we have designed a new curriculum, purchased maierials and recruited more Sunday school teachers. We have five ieachers and up to 15 children atrending Sunday school every Sunday. though this number fluciuares. Their age ranges from 2 to I I whose various backgrounds reflect rhe diversiiy of All Sèinr's community in Upper Norwood. We enjoy waiching the spiritual growth and development of the children and our vision is to develop responsible successful members Df ChriS1ian and wider communiiy who iiansform inio leaders wherever they are. Teaching the Sunday school has enabled us too, to grow sirong 5pirirually and improved my dependence on God for leadership, especially for the delivery of rhe lessons which sometimes are challenging. We have monthly supervisory meetings with the vicar where we have ihe OPPOftuniry to have an input in the minisiry strategy of the school, plan5 and activities. We also given the opportunity to raise ronrerns In our lessons, we leach and encourage Chrisiion values like love. kindness, respeci. honesiy and share practical experiences of faith thatr e fl e c t rhe importance of Chrisiian values. They also learn thp Importance of praying and teach rhem how to pray. We employ variou5. learning styles, music, roKa. plays ènd they consolidate Iheii learning through £rt. We need volunteers to join the Sunday school team Of volunteers. In working as a volunteer, we have found an opportunity to serve the COTnmuniTy, enhance spiritual developmenr and expand career opportunities. We are pari of the community that supports and cares. Volunteering is very rewarding, if you are considering becoming one. please come for rhe plIMInarY discussion. Being a volunteer is great. encouraged to pray and reèd the bible every doy in order 10 create and improve rheii relationship wirh God. They are reminded to put God first in whatever think or do. The preparation for the Sunday les50n begins with an online meeting usually on Monday evening5 which is attended by all the volunteer ieachers. The meeting siaris wilh a prayer asking God's leadership. presence and blessing. We We take safeguaiding seriously and comply with the safeguarding t)olicy of Church of England and are commirted ro safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults all the time. allsj"n
Ann1 PwJns&A(wnts. 2024 ALL SAINTS PRIMARY SCHOOL by Josephine Copeland (Headteacher) 11 Saints Primary School, Croydon. continue to work in sirong pannership wilh Al Sainis Church, Upper Norwood. perform at special evenrs such as Harvest, Chri51mas. Easrer and Moihering Sunday. Each year lime is set aside for First Communion Prepara(ion for our older children. This is led in schcy)I time by Fr Anionio and the RE Lead. All children have their First Cofnmunion ai a Eucharis1 service in school where parenis are inwted io aitend and ihose nor yel boprised are done so in front of the other pupils, siaff and families. This is followed by a special celebration in church later in the year. We celebraie ihi5 special moment as all children are able to observe, receive 3 blessing or communion. Families and sraff are able to receive too. The Parish Priesi, Fr Anionio. 15 also Ihe Chair of the school Governin9 BcKly and regularly meets with the head teacher lo disCUS5 all matiers relaiing 10 school governance- full Governing Body meetings, committees and governor visits to the school to see the school in action. Fr Antonio also greets each parent at the 9aies once a week which further highlighis the importance of our coniinued positive relationship between school families and church- so many parents ask us to pray for them. Fr Anionio leads whole school Wednesday worship ènd works closely with the school's RE Leader, Chanial Dolloh and ihe Pupil Faith Team to ensure that all services at church and school, including our KS2 Eucharists run Smoothly and have a child centred approach. We coniinue to uphold our school vision in all Ihar we do logeiher and we do this well because we are able io work well with our church. (see SIAMS inspe(iion report- June 20241 Heodieacher School Vision.. All Saints school is an open and caring community committed to Christian values. Our school is based on the love of learning, x)cial jusrice. inclusion and responsibility. 11 is committed ro bringing positive change and peace in our local community and the world. The Head, Deputy, RE Lead and various staff attend All 53inis church ai various poinrs throughout the year for serwces as well as church community events. The Pupil Faith Tearn and Pupil school choir are always encouraged to What doe5 the Lord require from you. but to do just¢ love kindness and to walk humbly with your God.- (Micah 6..81 enjtyng the Easiei parad Ea5tertrx>nnet5 forthe Ea5tei par3de
Ann1 PwJns&A(wnts. 2024 EVENTS & FUNDRAISING by Jon Fox (Assi51ant Curare) and Mandy Harris (Socials & Evenis Coordinator) ver rhe past year, All Sainis has hosied a number of joyful and meaningful evenis. each one reflectir)g our commitment to being a welcoming, Inclusive, and active presence in the community. From the vibrant summer feie 10 Ihe reflective and engaging Own House, these events have brought people togeiher in fellowship, celebration. and shared purpose. rely some ouiside help, Ihe event highlighted Ihe need to grow our volunteer base to sustain such effort5 in the future. In lighi of ihis and ro avoid overextending our ieam. the Clergy and organisers have proposed holding the Summer Fete every two years. In aliernaie years, such as this one, we hope to run a Chrisimas Fayre insiead, creating a rhyrhm of annual flagship events rhat offer continued opportunities lor outreach and fundraising. Qui summer Fete, held in July, was a highlighi of the year. Taking place across the church grounds and School playing field. the event brought rogerher members of ihe congregaiion and Ihe wider community for a day of fun, generosity, and connection. A fange of sialls including bric-a-brac, cakes, tombola, gift stands, and-win a Teddy. ensured there was someihing for everyone. Popular atiraciions such as rhe BBQ and beer tent, kindly provided by local landlord and congregaiion member lan, and rhe lively face painting stall, Supported by members of our Spanish congregation. added colour and energy 10 ihe day. Another highlighr of the year was Open House, held in September. This annual event once again welcomed a steady stream of visi1015, many of whom were 5repping inio our beautiful church for the very first time. Displays about the church's history were mounied around the building, offering insights into our heritage. A new ddition this year was an outdoor tour led by local historian Siephen Oxford from the Norwood Society. Held every half hour, these lours explored rhe architecture of the church and introduced visirors to some of the notable figures buried in the churchyard including, of course. Admiral FitzRoy, whose story continues io fascinaie. Games like Bingo ènd 'Bid for a Bottle. sparked lots of laughter, while the Khool field buzzed with 3ciiviiies for children, supported by helpful pupils from Dulwich College. A warm, sunny day contributed to a fantastic turnoul. with many families attending and engaging with the life of Ihe church. Acce55ibility was a key priority, and free activities for children encouiaged participètion from those who might not otherwise have attended, particularly in an area facing Social and economic challenges. Both returning guests and first-time visitofs shared their own connections 3nd stories, adding personal richness 10 Ihe day. Even long- fime members of the church community found themselves learning something new reminder of Ihe depth of our shared history and Ihe imporiance of keeping li alive and accessible. Thanks to the generous Support of volunteers and visltor5, the fete raised over £l.(XM) for church funds, wilh ioial income exceeding £1,2W againsr costs of around £6CO. Jusi as importantly, it offered è valuable opwrtunity to build relation5hip5 and affirm our presence as a community of welcome and care. While a small team did much of ihe preparaiion. and we did T(yJether, these events have helped strengthen our church community, build new relationships, and affirm our role as a place of hospitality, reflection, and mission. We are deeply giateful to all who contributed lime, energy, and enthusiasm, and we look forward ro whai Ihe coming year will bring.
REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER:1201205
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of All Saints with St Margaret
U pper Norwood
Independent examiner's report to the trustees of All Saints with St Margaret Upper Norwood
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of All Saints with St Margaret Upper Norwood (the Trust) set out on pages 13 to 20 for the year ended 31 December 2024.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the Trust you 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 Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
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accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130 of the Act; or 2. the accounts do not accord with those records; or
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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 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.
22/07/2025
Alan Fitzgerald, FCA
CWF & Partners Chartered Accountants
Freedman House Christopher Wren Yard 117 High Street Croydon Surrey CR0 1QG
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Annual Reports & Accounts -2024
I ��!:?o�i�n!a�Activities for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
| Unrestricted | Restricted | Restricted | Ttal | Funds | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Funds | Funds | 2024 | 2023 | |||
| Incoming Resources | ||||||
| Income from Donors | 2[a] | £ 29,042 | £ 29,042 | £ 30,407 | ||
| Other Voluntary Income | 2[bl | £ 1,398 | £ | 352 | £ 1,750 | £ 100 |
| Investment Income | 2[c] | £ 1,663 | £ 1,663 | £ 1,937 | ||
| Trading Income | 2[dl | £ 4,439 | £ 4,439 | £ 3,996 | ||
| Non-Recurring Income | 2[e] | £ 278 |
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| Total Incoming Resources | £36,542 | £ | 352 | £36,894 | £36,718 | |
| Resources Expensses | ||||||
| Donation to Charities | 3[a] | £ 45 |
£ 45 |
£ 40 |
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| Work of the Church | 3[bl | £ 1,335 | £ | 3,350 | £ 4,685 | £ 2,870 |
| Diocesan Quota | £ 11,400 | £ 11,400 | £ 10,800 | |||
| Church Running Expenses | 3[c] | £ 25,527 | £ 25,527 | £ 37,382 | ||
| Salaries - Director of Music/Organist | £ 3,640 | £ 3,640 | £ 3,421 | |||
| Administration Costs | £ 98 |
£ 998 |
£ 2,514 | |||
| Ttal Resources Used | £42,945 | £ | 3,350 | £4,695 | £57,027 | |
| Net Movement in Fund | £(6,403) | £(2,998) | £(9,401) | £(20,308) | ||
| Fund Balances B/Fwd 01.01 .24 | £ 36,037 | £ | 5,994 | £ 42,031 | £ 62,339 | |
| Fund BalancesC/Fwd 31.12.24 | £ 29,634 | £ | 2,996 | £ 32,630 | £ 42,031 |
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Annual Reports & Accounts - 2024
'[Balance Sheet- 31 December 2024]
| ASSETS AND LIABILITIES | 2024 | 2023 | |||
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| Fixed Assets | |||||
| Fixed Assets fr Charity Use | 4 | 2 | 2 | ||
| Current Assets | |||||
| Debtors | 5 | £ | 805 | ||
| Current Asset Investments | £ | 2,996 | £ | 5,994 | |
| Cash at Bank and in Hand | £ | 29,818 | £ | 37,025 | |
| Ttal Current Assets | £ | 33,620 | £ | 43,019 | |
| Current Liabilities | |||||
| Creditors due within One Year | 6 | £ | 990 | £ | 990 |
| Total Current Liabilities | £ | 990 | £ | 990 | |
| Net Current Assets | £ | 32,630 | £ | 42,029 | |
| Creditors over One Year | |||||
| Net Assets | £ | 32,630 | £ | 42,031 | |
| Represented by Funds | |||||
| Unrestricted Funds | £ | 29,634 | £ | 36,037 | |
| Restricted Funds | £ | 2,996 | £ | 5,994 | |
| Ttal Funds | £ | 32,630 | £ | 42,031 |
The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees (the PCC) on 12/March/2025 and were signed on its behalf by:
Chris Chikwendu Tresurer
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Annual Reports & Accounts - 2024
'[Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 December 2024]
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of preparing the financial statements
The financial statements of the charity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019): Financial Reporting Standard 102 The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' and the Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.
Income
All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.
Expenditure
Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.
Grants offered subject to conditions which have not been met at the year end date are noted as a commitment but not accrued as expenditure.
Tangible fixed assets
Depreciation is not provided as the assets are shown at a nominal sum.
Taxation
The charity is exempt from tax on its charitable activities.
Fund accounting
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.
Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.
Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
Annual Reports & Accounts - 2024
| 2. INCOME RESOURCES | 2. INCOME RESOURCES | Unrestricted Funds |
Restricted Funds |
Restricted Funds |
Ttal 2024 |
Funds 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (a) | Income from Donors | |||||
| Tax Efcient Planned Giving | £ 9,864 | £ 9,864 | £ 10,431 | |||
| Income Tax Recoverable | £ 5,028 | £ 5,028 | £ 4,031 | |||
| Other Planned Giving | £ 5,084 | |||||
| Collection at Services | £ 14,150 | £ 14,150 | £ 9,793 | |||
| Gift Day and Donations | £ 1,038 | |||||
| Ttal | £29,042 | £29,042 | £30,407 | |||
| (b) | Other Voluntary Income | |||||
| Fund Raising | £ 1,398 | £ | 352 | £ 1,750 | £ 100 |
|
| Total | £ 1,398 | £ | 352 | £ 1,750 | £ 100 |
|
| (c) | Investment Income | |||||
| Interest Received | £ 1,663 | £ 1,663 | £ 1,937 | |||
| Ttal | £ 1,663 | £ 1,663 | £ 1,937 | |||
| (d) | Trading Income | |||||
| Use of Church Buildings | £ 2,070 | £ 2,070 | £ 1,725 | |||
| Fees | £ 2,369 | £ 2,369 | £ 1,797 | |||
| Other Income | £ 474 |
|||||
| Total | £ 4,439 | £ 4,439 | £ 3,996 | |||
| (e) | Non Recurring Income | |||||
| Legacies | ||||||
| Grants | £ 278 |
|||||
| Ttal | £ 278 |
|||||
| Total Income Resources | £36,542 | £ | 352 | £36,894 | £36,719 |
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Notes to the Financial Statements
| 3.RESOURCES EXPENDED | 3.RESOURCES EXPENDED | Unrestricted Funds |
Restricted Funds |
Ttal 2024 |
Funds 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (a) | Donations to Charities | ||||
| Home Mission | £ 45 |
£ 45 |
£ 40 |
||
| Ttal | £ 45 |
£ 45 |
£ 40 |
||
| (b) | Work of the Church | ||||
| Diocesan Quota | £ 11,400 | £ 11,400 | £ 10,800 | ||
| Worship Expenses | £ 1,335 | £ 1,335 | £ 2,670 | ||
| Social Expenses | £ 3,350 | £ 3,350 | £ 199 |
||
| Total | £1,335 | £3,350 | £4,685 | £2,870 | |
| (c) | Church Running Expenses | ||||
| Running Expenses and Insurance | £ 16,647 | £ 16,647 | £ 18,742 | ||
| Church Maintenance | £ 8,880 | £ 8,880 | £ 18,640 | ||
| Ttal | £25,527 | £25,527 | £37,382 |
Notes to the Financial Statements
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Annual Reports & Accounts - 2024
4. FIXED ASSETS FOR THE USE OF THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL
| Furniture and | Furniture and | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital | Organ | Equipment | Total | |||
| Tangible Fixed Assets | ||||||
| Costs as at 01/01/24 | £ | 45,825 | £ | 37,951 | £ | 83,776 |
| Additions | ||||||
| Disposal | ||||||
| As at 31/12/24 | £ | 45,825 | £ | 37,951 | £ | 83,776 |
| Depreciation as at 0 1/01 /24 | £ | 45,824 | £ | 37,950 | £ | 83,774 |
| Charge fr the Year | ||||||
| Disposal | ||||||
| As at 31/12/24 | £ | 45,824 | £ | 37,950 | £ | 83,774 |
| Net Book Value as at 31 /12/24 | £ | £ | £ | 2 |
||
| As at 31/12/24 | £ | £ | £ | 2 |
The digital computer organ was purchased in February 2007 and is shown at a nominal sum of £1.
Furniture and equipment were items purchased in 2011 and 2012. They are shown at a nominal sum of £1.
| 5.DEBTORS | 2024 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tax | £ | 805 | |
| Total | £ | 805 |
| 6. CREDITORS | 2024 | 2023 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accruals | £ | 990 | £ | 990 |
| Ttal | £ | 990 | £ | 990 |
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Notes to the Financial Statements
| Net movement | Net movement | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS | At | 01/01/24 | in | funds | At | 31/12/24 |
| Unrestricted | ||||||
| General Fund | £ | 36,037 |
£ | (6,403) | £ | 29,634 |
| Restricted | ||||||
| Fixed Assets | £ | 2 |
£ | 2 |
||
| Organ Fund | £ | 2 |
£ | £ | 3 |
|
| Fitzroy Fund | £ | 421 |
£ | 321 |
||
| Piano Fund | £ | 3 |
£ | 3 |
||
| Music Workshop | £ | 2,094 |
£ | 2,094 |
||
| Area Mission Fund | £ | 3,038 |
£ | (2,999) | £ | 39 |
| Flower Fund | £ | 65 |
£ | 65 |
||
| Art Festival Fund | £ | 369 |
£ | 369 |
||
| £ | 5,994 |
£ | (2,998) | £ | 2,996 |
|
| Total Funds | £ | 42,031 |
£ | (9,401) | £ | 32,630 |
Restricted funds comprise the book value of assets owned by the Parish and small revenue funds for which external money has been given for particular purposes.
Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:
| Incoming | Incoming | Resources | Resources | Movement | Movement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resources | Expended | in | funds | |||
| Unrestricted funds | ||||||
| General Fund | £ | 36,542 | £ | (42,945) | £ | (6,404) |
| Restricted | ||||||
| Organ Fund | £ | £ | ||||
| Area Mission Fund | £ | 351 | £ | (3,350) | £ | (2,999) |
| £ | 352 | £ | (3,350) | £ | (2,998) | |
| Total Funds | £ | 36,894 | £ | 46,295 | £ | (9,401) |
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Notes to the Financial Statements
Annual Reports & Accounts - 2024
| Net movement | Net movement | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS | At | 01/01/23 | in | funds | At | 31/12/23 |
| Unrestricted | ||||||
| General Fund | £ | 54,855 |
£ | (18,818) | £ | 36,037 |
| Restricted | ||||||
| Fixed Assets | £ | 2 |
£ | 2 |
||
| Organ Fund | £ | 2 |
£ | 2 |
||
| Fitzroy Fund | £ | 421 |
£ | 421 |
||
| Piano Fund | £ | 3 |
£ | 3 |
||
| Music Workshop | £ | 2,049 |
£ | 2,094 |
||
| Area Mission Fund | £ | 4,593 |
£ | (1,555) | £ | 3,038 |
| Flower Fund | £ | 65 | £ | 65 |
||
| Art Festival Fund | £ | 369 |
£ | 369 |
||
| £ | 7,484 |
£ | (1,490) | £ | 5,994 |
|
| Total Funds | £ | 62,339 |
£ | (20,308) | £ | 42,031 |
Comparative net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:
| Incoming | Incoming | Resources | Resources | Movement | Movement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resources | Expended | in | funds | |||
| Unrestricted funds | ||||||
| General Fund | £ | 36,214 | £ | (55,032) | £ | (18,820) |
| Restricted | ||||||
| Area Mission Fund | £ | 279 | £ | (1,834) | £ | (1,555) |
| Flower Fund | £ | 225 | £ | (160) | £ | 65 |
| £ | 504 | £ | (1,994) | £ | (1,490) | |
| Total Funds | £ | 36,718 | £ | (57,026) | £ | (20,308) |
8. RELAED PARTY DISCLOSURES
There were no related party transactions for the year ended 31 December 2024.
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Notes to the Financial Statements