ST JAMES THE DEACON PCC TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT and FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 31 DECEMBER 2025 St James the Deacon Parish Church, Acomb Moor A Christian presence at the heart of our community Sherringham Drive, Woodthorpe, York Y024 2SE
Annual Report 2025 Contents Annual Report l . Introducrion 2.Aims, purposes. objectives, safeguarding and information 3. 2025 at a glance 4. 2025 ai a glance continued 5. Mission Statistics 6. Children and Families 7. Children and Families continued 8. Fabric and Maintenence 9. Fabric and Maintenence continued I O. PCC Attend2nce I l. Resposibilities of trustees 12. Vision and Priorities Financial Report Finail cial Activities Balance Sheet Notes to the financial statements
Vicar's Introduction to the Annual Report and Accounts ST JAMES THE DEACQN CHURCH SJ It is with gratffcude and hope that I present the Annual Report and Accounts for St James the Deacon, Acomb Moor for the year ending 2025. This past year has been one of steady fatthfulness and growth in our life together. We have continued to worship week by week, to pray for our communfcy, and to offer a place of welcome, care and belonging to all who come through our doors. It has been encouraging to see new faces joining us, alongside the farthful commitment of those who have served this parish church for many years. Our ministry has extended beyond Sunday worship to pastoral visiting, communrty partnerships, children and families work, and our engagement with local schools and organisations. We remain committed to being a visible Christian presence In our community a church rooted in prayer, generous in service, and open to the transforming love of Christ. The financial statements reflert both the challenges and responsibilrLies of maintaining our buildings and sustaining our ministry. Our vision and mission priorities for 2026-2030 contained in this report and presented at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting on 26 April 2026 seek to address some of these areas over the next four years. l am deeply thankful to our Treasurer, Churchwardens and PCC for their careful stewardship, and to all who give so generously of their time, talents and sOurces. It is a joy to be part of such a loving and caring church. As we look ahead, we do so trusting in God's continued guidance and provision to sustain and grow this work May we remain attentive to whe the Spirit is leading us. faithful in service, and united in love. With my thanks and prayers. Fr Luke Tillett St James the Deacon Acomb Moor, York April 2026 Page I
Aims and purposes St James the Deacon's Parochial Church Council (PCC) has the responsibiltty of Co-operaiing wth the incumbent in promoting in the ecclesiastical parish, the whole mission of the Church: pastoral. evangelistic, social and ecumenical. Objectives and artivities The object of the PCC of St James the Deacon is to further the work of the Church of England in the parish of St James the Deacon. The members of the PCC confirm that they referred to the guidance contained in the Charty Commission's general guidance on public benefit when VIewIng the aims and objeciives and planning the actiVFties of the PCC. In particular, we try to enable people to live out their Christian faith as part of our parish community through.. Worship and prayer. provision of pastoral care, mission and ouireach work. To facilitate this work it is important that we maintatn the fabric of the Church of St James the Deacon and tts adjoining Hall. Safeguarding St James the Deacon PCC had complied with the quIrnents imposed by the code under section 5A of the safeguarding and Clergy Discipline measu 2016 (duty to have gard to House of Bishops guidance on safeguarding childn and vulnerable adults). Lesley Pocock has continued to serve as Safeguarding Officer, to whom we are immensely grateful. Helen Cross (our parish administrator) has undertaken the administrative side of safeguarding. Relevant information regarding Safeguarding is displayed throughout the church buildings and is available on the church websrte and A Church Near You profile. The Safeguarding Dashboard tool. ha5 been helpful in highlighting areas to be actioned and is updated gUlarlY to be Ported at PCC meetings. AII PCC members, safeguarding trrining is up to date. and training wtth volunteers is underway to bring all areas up to date. In February 2025 we artivated a Safeguarding Hub, linkEd to the dashboard, which allows us to create roles, track DBS and training updates and send reminders when training will expl. Helen Cross is in the process of adding all the information needed to the hub. Information St James the Deacon is sfcuated in Sherringham Drive, Wo(xJthorpe, York It is part of the Diocese of York wfchin the Church of England. The correspondence address is.. 2 Sherringham Drive, Yorl Y024 2SE The Parochial Church Council (PCQ is a giSted charty wtth the charrty commission. Its gIStered charity number is 1212597. Pag¢ 2
2025 AT A GLANCE ST JAMES THE DEACON CHURCH JANUAR Y SJ Quiz ot the year rirst blooms Junction Kids FEBRUARY Tuesday Tots Valentines challen9es Ash Wednesday MARCH Famity ¢rafts Unitorm bank Spring flowers APRIL Bllbb prayors Easter flowers Famity TNork$hop Eastsr garden MAY Tuesday Tots dalThj Famity crafts Tot$ extra JUNE Outside play Raffle prizes Christians at Pride in York Page 3
JULY Tuesday Tots Teddy Bws Pi¢ni¢ Thankgiving for the choir Strawberry tea AUGUST Tuesday Tots Extra eveiits Shared lun¢h rki workshop SEPTEMBER Music Ni OCTOBER Planting trees Community surplus food Harvest Feslival Animal Blessing A visit from the bishop *4 NOVEMBER Rev. Marion Barellaiolns us Junction Kids serivce Memorial Service DECEMBER Advent Pray Family Nativity and New Yearfs Eve Extra Carols by Candlelight Christingle A huge thank you to everyone who organised, supported, attended or prayed for all that happened in 2025. Page 4
Mission Statistics 2025 ST JAMES THE DEACON CHURCH SJ 2024 stats in brackets ELECTORAL ROLL EASTER The number of people on the electoral roll as reported at the APCM in 2025 was 41 (63). Number of communicants at the Easter Vigil and Easter Day services: 59 (77) Total number in attendance: 64 (87) CHRISTMAS Total number of people attending special services held for the congregation and local community: 291 (248) Number of communicants at service(s) on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:48 (47) Total number in attendance: 55 (49) WORSHIPPING COMMUNITY Total: 108 (715) Children: 37 (27) Young people: l (3)Adults: 70 (75) Tuesday Tots Average attendance: 30 Junction Kids Average attendance: 22 ¥xo SUNDAY ATTENDANCE The number of people at church on a usual Sunday was 34 (33) adults and one person under 16. THE OCTOBER COUNT Sundays and Wednesday church attendance each week in October combined, also including other services outside of the Eucharist e.g. Baptisms, Julian Meeting October l 118 October 2-116 October 3- 98 October 4- 93 Baptisms Weddings Funerals in church Funerals elsewhere 6(4) 0(7) 2(7) 5(3) Pa9e 5
Children and Families ST JAMES THE DEACON CHURCH SJ Family Church junction Kids was re-named to Family Church towards the end of 2025. running at the slightly later time of 4-6pm. Since this change. in january, we have had two more regular families join us. We have around 20-25 people each week. with nine families that have attended regular over the last year. There are still two volunteers that support to run the worship. Funding from Benefact in 2023 has now ended, wtth the co¥t of the meals supported by physical and monetary donations. Seasonal Worship Tne Christingle was again very well attended. wrth over l 00 people. The Good Friday family workshop was attended by around 65 people. The workshop involved sharing the Easter story and prayer. followed by crafts. activities and Easter egg hunt Funding for this was through donations from childrens events. Tuesday Tots Last SLimmer, 16 regular Childrn left Tots to move ori to school and nursery. It has still been busy. with between 25-35 children attending each week We continue to have a mix of attendees- mums, dads, grandparents and childminders. The group continues to be free to attend, wrth donation box and machine available if people wish to donate. Many join for slory and worship time Invo1ng a story with Biblical link, prayer and songs. The are currently 6 volunteers running the group alongside Nicola and Fr. Luke, rr Extra Tuesday Tots Extra events have been running in the holidays. Ward grants as well as HAF funding from the council have been secured. which have funded activity providers. lunch and food parcels for the events. The events comprise of the playgroup setup for younger children, activty pmiders running workshops for older children and Crafty Fox Kids Club have provided crafts. Alongside this. there has been new school uniform to take away preloved clothes. toys and books, as well as free freShMents. lunch and food parcels to take away. Last summer, two of the three events were supported by local organisations such as benefit advice and York FamiFy Information Service. The events are free for families, and donation boxes and machines are available for donations, as well as raffles at each event to help to raise funds. Around l 00 people attended each event, over the course of the morning. Community Cafe The cafe is continuing to offer a free warm space, free refshMent$. food parcels with a childrens play area and is often host to a local ukulele band. Average numbers are around 20 people each week. We are looking for morE charities and organisations that would like a stall or a space to meet wrth the communty to offer advice and support. There is a sLeady use of food parcels. wtth up to around l O parcels being taken each week. We currently have one volunteer helping to run the cafe. as well as 5 volunteer bakers. Page6
Woodthorpe School Links Nicola and Fr. Luke have continued to run a number of workshops within the schoo and church visits for classes from Woodthorpe school to support them with their RE curriculum. Nicola has also visrted the school alongside YOYO to further build links wrlh the community and church. Funding Over the last year, we have received HAF grdnts from the council as well Ward funding to run the holiday events in the Summer and Christmas. We received £1200 from the Good Warm Place grant. supporting the heating over winter. We also received £1 000 from the Two Ridings York Communrty Fund Micro Grant to be used towards the salary of the children and families worker. We have signed up to EosrfundrGisifE.' When you shop online with participating retailers. they'll donate part of what you spend to yOLJr chosen cause. Whether you shop on your phone, laptop or tablet, you can earn free cashback donations for your cause. The retailer just needs to know you are an easyfundraiser to give a donation, and they know this if you visrt them from our website, app or Donation Reminder. There is currentty £100 raised - the more people that sign up, the more money we will be able to generate. The chiSdren and families worker role was created in September 2023 thr()ugh funding from Multiply. This was funding to be issued across three years. which therefore comes to an end this AugusL We are currently applying for funding to extend the role, and launching a 'Godparent Giving Scheme in order to raise funds for this role ar)d the childrens work w¥thin the chutrh to continue. Godparent Giving Scheme The Godparents Scheme Is a voluntary giving inriiative inviting people to make a regular or orne-off donation specifically to support.. The Children and Families Worker salary Family Church and toddler group running costs Events and outreach for children and families The overall aim being to build and grow the church through our children and youth work. It is separate from general giving and will be a designated fund within church accounts. It could however can be used if necessary in order to support any aspect of this work, such as emergency works to the building. although efforts would first be placed upon extemal grant funding for such reL£ons. The Godparents Scheme is a way for individuals. families and organisations to support the childrens. families, and communty work of St James the Deacon Church. Just as godparents promise to stand aiongside a child, this scheme invttes supporters to care practically, give generously and pray fatihfully. You don't need to be a church member to be involved. Thank you to the volunteers who have helped erther wtth the running of activtties, setting up. tidying away and baking cakes. who wrthout them. all of this work would not be possible: Pat, Sheila. Lesley. Lennie. Christine. Mary, Claire, Gail, Malcolm, john. Marion. Elaine, Rose and Lindi Nicola Cook Children and Families Worker Page 7
Fabric and Maintenence report 2025 ST JAMES THE DEACON CHURCH SJ FABRIC & MAINTENANCE No major works to the fabric of the church were required in 2025. and the building and gmunds remain in generally very gocyl order. As ahmays though, a significant amount of work and m&ntenance tcKJk place across the year, often behind ttr*.e scenes, to ensure this remains the case. Annual and bi-annual checks. and replacements where neceswy. of fire equipment and emergency lighting were carried out and all are In good working order. and the building is safety compliant in all these aa$. All portable elertrical appliance5 a150 underwent their annual PAT te5t.,ng. for which we thank Tony S.<a1fe for carrying out lor us. testing almost 40 such appliances. The church hall was cleaned twice a week by our contrarted cleaners. wrth the church cleaning carried out by a dedicated group of volunteers throuEhoLrt the year. for which we are very grateful. The Chapel again twice required twtment for a large build-up of cluster flies during the year, which is becoming a regular job now, although we Still remain hopeful that we can eventually eliminate the problem. The drains continued to need maintaining more regulthy than we would expect. with the system prone to getting blocked, and requiring flushing OUL However, at the end of the year. work was carried out LO the main drain chamber in the car park to re-align the pipes, which il is hoped will pemwiently eliminate the problem of flushed Items getting stuck and backing up the wlem (as of late mar.ch 2026. $0 far so good). We were subsequently able to claim the majorty of the cost of thi5 work back through our church building Insurance. which was very good news. The grounds to the rear and side of the building continued to be wod(ed on. and maintained. by membery of the Green Group. Steve Hedderick regiiSarky and expertly cut the grass to the rear, which makes a huge posrtive contnbution to the look and feel of th:.s area. This woi"I together wrth the other work of the group. led to a sign5ficant improvement In the range of flora and fauna across the srte. and with that, the continued Improvement .,n the ecological and bio4iversty value of the grounds. This included the planting of a number of frurt trees In the rear garden space. some in memory of loved ones who are no longer wrth us. We are sure these wll provide an abundance of fruit in the coming years. This green, work remains an Important and on- going priortty for us. (watch this space for works to the Memorial Garden to the front of church over the coming weeks and months). We offer our grateful tharn to Steve. Margaret Clark. Pachel Hammond and Rev. Lesley Bilinda for their diligent work of planning. planting and weed removal la thankless tssk), and for their commitment to this Important piece of wor Page 8
Regular Health and Survey checks were orried OLrt. with a series of new risk a$S$MentS drawn up. and existing ones reviewed. We continue to give our very g1"ateful than to lennie and Bernard CLirk for their expert help and guidan wtth all things Weah and Safety. Work took place in the sprring of 2025 to place the lights In the church h1 entrance, corridor and toilds onto sensor control, so they 3re not on permanentty even vthen the hall is in use. As well as being better from an energy perspective. this has also helped us to save money on our monthly electncty bill The exlemal doors to boih the church and the hall have been a problem with closing and general wear and tear for some time. Paul Hopwood caryied out a series of repairs to both sets of doors, with new. stronger hinges and general maaa'ng therv hang. and close, more Secu. We gwe our grateful thanks to Paul for this, and all the work he expertly carries out for us. The aLrtomatic dwrs to both the church and the hall had an MOT to Stop them from suddenly stopping or) opening. which pSented a potentid danger to users subsequently walking Into them. This work was successful and has eliminated the problem. A new portable sound system Is now In operation in church. which significant Improvec. the sound when amplification is in use. This gifted to us during 2025 as part of a very gener-ous donation received specifically for such a system. and we are very pleased to have this to enhance our worship and events at vanous times. You will h&ve also noticed the Introduction of a beautrful new st3ined glass arrangement of our Patron Saint, james the t)eacon. which Is now standing in the porch entrance to the church. This was very kind gifted to us In the summer 012025 by Lord lame5 loicey from Morthumberland. who was In possession of the worl and who leamed of our existence a5 the onty known church to whom James Is linked in this way. Discussions are on-going regarding the permanent fix1ng of the wndow as part of the fabric of the building, so again, wa-.ch this space. Discussions wich our church architert have conbnued throughout the year on various other fabric and maintenance considerations. wrth an eyE also on the longer term. However, the building overall MaInS In a sound and safe condttion. Matt Parkinson and Jo Meier (Churchwardens). Page 9
PCC attendance ST JAMES THE DEACON CHURCH Structure. governance and management The composition and procedure of the PCC Is gUlated bythe Church Representation Rules as contained in schedule 3 of the Synodical Government Measure 1969 (as amended). The funrtions and powers of the PCC are contained in the Parochial Church Councils (Powers) Measure 1956, as amended by the 1969 Measure. One third of the nine elected members elected annually and serve for three years. All members of the Church electoral roll are enttlled to vote and stand for election. There is also provision for the co-option of members to the PCC. The incumbent is ex-officio Chairman. The Churchwardens. elected annually. and the Church's Representatives on the Deanery Synod, elected every third year to serve for three years, are also ex-officio members. The PCC is responsible for: The financial management of the church . . The care and maintenance of the church fabric . The care and maintenance of the churchyard In order to measure these responsibil¥ties. under the Parochial Church Council (Powers) measu 1956. powers have been conferred on the PCC to.. Acquire. manage and admini¥ter property for ecclesiastical purposes afferting the parish Formulate and approve an annual budget for the maintenance of the church work Levy and collect a voluntary church rate Make representations to the bishop with regard to tnatters affecting the welfare of the parish The full PCC met 5 times during the year. The average level of attendance was 83% PCC members who have served from l January 2025 until the date this report was approved were.. Incumbent: The Rev'd. Luke Tillett SJ Churchwardens: Matthew Parkjnson Joanne Meier Representatives on the Deanery Synod: Ann Wands (Appointed july-24) Malcolm Walker (Appointed July-24) Elected members: Ralph Tate (elected May 2025 for three years) Jean Margaret Clark (elected May 2025 for three years) Ann Laing (elected May 2025 for three years) Particia Thompson (re-elected May 2024 for three years) Lesley Pocock (reolected May 2024 for three years) Ruth Hopwood (re-elected May 2024 for three years) Sarah Woods (elected May 2024 for two years) Joanne Gibson (elected May 2023 for three years) Claire Bedford (elected until APCM 2025- 25-May-25 & co-opted May-25 for one year) Elaine Barnett (elected until APCM 2025- 25-May-25) Other non voting members PCC Treasurer . Adrian Fuller PCC Secretary .' john Cook Pagelo
Responsibilities of the trustees The charlcy's trustees (the PCC members) are responsible for preparing the Annual Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice). Law applicable to charities in England and Wales quires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources of the charity for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the PCC members are required to.. select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently., observe the methods and principles in the Charrties SORP., make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent; state whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements; prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is Inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation. The PCC members are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose wtth asOnable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and which enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply wffch the Chartties Act 1993 and the Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008. The PCC members are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking asOnable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irguIar1ties. Signed by order of the Trustees: Page11
Vision and Mission priorities 2026-30 ST JAMES THE DEACON CHURCH SJ OUR VISION To be a flourishing, inclusive Anglican church at the heart of Acomb Moor- rooted in Christ, shaped by scripture and the sacraments, generous in spirit, courageous in service, and ComMed to caring for God's creation. Grounded in the Church of England's Five Marks of Mission. we seek to: TELL- Proclaim the Good News of the Kingdom TEACH - Teach. baptise and nurture new believers (m)) TEND - Respond to human need by loving service TRANSFORM - Challenge injustice and work for renewal TREASURE - Safeguard creation and sustain the life of the earth These Marks of Mission shape and underpin everything we commrt to in 2026-30. Page12
Mission Priorities for 2025-26 l. Growing the Next Generation (TELL & TEACH- Proclaiming and Nurturing Faith) We will priortLise chIldn and young people as centr31 to our Psent and futu life. Develop and Implement a Childn & Young People Strategy Establish a clear discipleship pathway from early years through youth Strengthen volunteer recruttment, training, and safeguarding C)eepen engagement wrth families and local schools Ensure sustanability of children's ministry beyond 2026 Launch a Godparents Scheme Encourage prayerful and financial sponsorship from congregation and wider communty Enable active, visible support for children and youth work Foster intergenerational belonging and shared SpOnsIbl1ty Outcome.. A flourishing interyenerational church Whe chIldn and young people a rDoted in Christ, nurtured in faith, and supported by the whole church family. 2. Deepening Spiritual Life - Our Rhythm of Life (TELL & TEACH- Formation and Discipleship) We will strengthen a sustainable and life-gtving "Rhythm of Life" centred on Scripture. Generosty, and Rest Scripture Encourage gUlar engagement with the Bible across all ages Provide accessible teaching and OPFOrtunrf(ies for spiritual growth Embed Scriptufdl confidence in worship, groups. and personal devotion Generosity (Giving) Grow planned giving and Gift Aid participation Teach ewardshiP as a joyful spiritual discipline Build financial resilience for mission Rest (Retreat) Promote heahY spirttual rhythms Offer quiet days and retreat opportunities Support sustainable pattems for leaders and volunteers Provide seasonal courses (e.g. Lent and Advent prayer series) Outcome.. A spiritually healthy church community nxjted in Scriptu, sh(7ped by generosity, and sustained by rhythms of rest and ne]I.
- Church and Community Transformation (TEND & TRANSFORM - Loving Service and Transforming Communities) We seek to be intentional, strategic, and collaborative serving Acomb Moor. Undertake a Church & Community Audit (e.g. CUFS "Growing Go(xl") Map current ministries and partnerships Identify areas of greatest n*d and opportunty Clarify priorities for focused mission impact F)iscem opportuntties for deeper collatK)ration wtth neighLy)uring churches Employ a Community Worker Lead communty engagement and outreach (e.g. Communty CafelFoodbank) Build partnerships wrf(h local groups and organisations Support and expand ministry to older people (e.g. Tuesday Fellowship. Anna Chaplaincy) Develop measurable transformation inrtiatives Support and grow volunteer teams Apply for and secure grant funding Outcome.. A more informed and rn0 intentional Chrlstion PrEsence bringing hope, justice, ond practical support ot the heort of our community.
- Sustainable Buildings for Mlsslon (TREASURE- Safeguarding Creation & Supporting Mission) Our buildings are central to worship. welcome, and witness. We will steward them faithfulty for psent and futu generations. Funding & Development Projects Secure funding to renovate the Horton Room Install new krcchen facilfcies to enhance hospitalty and communty use Progress plans for the Memorial Garden and church grounds Replace the hall boiler Aepair or replace church windows Establish a Buildings and Sustainabilty Working Group Environmental Stewardship Explo sustainable heating solutions I nvestigate solar and renewable energy options Improve overall energy efficienq . Continue Eco Church work and environmentaE awareness Outcome: Safe, welcoming and environmentally responsible focilicies that enable mission, stEngthen community engagement. and serve future generations well. Our Commitment for 2020 As St James the Deacon Parish Church moves forward. we commlt to: • Being Christ-centred in worship and witness Being informed and intentional in discipleship and service Being courageous in addressing need and injustice Being generous in giving and hospFtalty . Being faithful stewards of our people, place. and planet Together. we seek G(yJ's guidance and inspiration to live OLrt our cajling as a Christian presence at the heart of our communty.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
Independent Examinerfs Report to the membersltrustees of the Parochial Church Council of Saint James the Deacon I report to the Irustees on my examination of the accounts for the year ended 31st December 2025. Respective responsibilities of the Trustees and Independent Examiner The 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 144121 of the Chartties Act 2011 {the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. Having satisfEd myself that the chartty is not subject to audil under company law and is eligible for independent examinalion, it is my responsibilty to.. examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act". follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions gNen by the Charity Commissioners section 145(51(b} of the 2011 Acl," and state whether particular matters have )me to my attention. Basis of Independent Examinerfs Ststement My examination was carried out in accordance wrth the general directions gtven by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and comparison of the accounts presenled with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items Of disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations ffom you as truslees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit. and consequenlly no opinion is gtven as lo whether the accounts present a Irue and fair view, and the report is limÉled to those matters sel out in the statement below.. Independent Examinerfs Statement In connection with my examination, no matters have come to my attention.. . which give me reasonable cause to believe that in any malerial respect the requirements to keep accounting records in accordance with s.130 of ihe 2011 Act,. or to prepare accounts which accord wrth these accounting records have not been met,. or 2. to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Rachel Hillman Bsc IHons) ACMA. CGMA Certified Inslitute of Management Accountants 29" April 2026 Page 1
ST JAMES THE DEACON PCC srATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVtrIES YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025 Financial Review Total receTrpts were £85.860 in 202S. compared to £102.322 in 2024. The main feason for this decrease was a decrease in Grant Income- it is now proving harder to receive grants than it 15 been previously. and also there was a grant received in 13te 2024 for use in 2025. Regular income dropped slighily to £33.721 from £34.329 in 2024. while Gift Aid feclaims fell to £6,720 from £9.260- which w35 a "timing difference- in respect of the tlaim for the second half of the year We ceiVed £21.7411£22.S97 tn 20241 in Hall Bookin8 income. I thank Ruth Hopwood for mana8inB the hall bookirngs so eflsciently. We are grateful to the Diotese for providirtB a monthly Grang to the Parish to cover the cost of travel for Lennie from her home io the Church. We were a150 grateful to the lamily of Janet Parkinson for a donBtion of E2CQD following her funer31, which was spent on a new sound system for ihe Church. The tc)tal receipt5 for the-General Fund- (so excluding 8rant5 for Nicola and for equipment) totalled £73.665, compared to £75.947 in 2024. Payments In 2025 totalled £94,821. compared to £98.(Y)l in 2024, of which É75,501 Icomparett to £78,874 In 20241 was from the General Fund. This included costs of the Children's wo. including Tuesday Tots. Junction Kids, Community Café and Foodbank. which totalled £2.353 and was larzely covered by Grant fundsn2. The balance of the Gr3nts received In 2024 for Équipment and Children's work was all spent in 2025. The freewill offer for the year was £43,fJXJ, which is ertrough to cover the costs of our vicar. once an allowance for the low income in the Parish was allowed for. In addition, over £3.000 was given to charities chosen by the Church mernbers. includtng £irm which was due Irom 2024. At the end of 2025. we had £17.65S in our bank accounts. However. É10,068 of this is earmarked for future spending on projects and £6,920 for the cost of the Childrens and Family worker, leaving only £667 available for the general running ol the ChLFrth. The member5 of the Church will be asked to consider if they can Eive a littlè extra 10 support the Church durtng 2026. I thank the whole PCC for their support. and in particular Matt Parkinson and Helen Cr055 for making paymenis and paying in the weekly collettions. l also thank Fr Luke Tillett for his support. Reserves Policy It ss PCC policy to maintain a balance on unrestricted and general reserve funds which equates to approximately three months. unrestricted payrnents. to cover erner8ency sltuations that may arise from time to time. However. at present only the balance in the Reserve fund is small and insuffitiernt to cover ihis balance. It is our policy to invest our fund balances with Ihe CBF Church of England Deposit Fund.
ST JAMES THE DEACON PCC srATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcrIvrrIES YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025 Statement of Financial Activities Unrestricted Funds 202$ Restrictèd Funds 2025 T olal Funds 2024 Total Funds Not• 2025 INCOMING RESOURCES Voluntary income Activities lor generating funds Investment Income Church acltvities 48,869 4.2 349 22.247 9.134 58,003 4.200 349 22,247 1.061 76.284 2.122 404 23.183 330 Olher1n¢om1ng resour TOTAL INCOMING RESOURCES 1.061 75.665 10.195 85.860 102.322 RESOURCES EXPENDED Costs ol generalingincome Church aciiviltes Church expense5 Maiof Capital expendilure Olher expeftditure TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED 1.126 50.593 26.089 1,126 S0.S93 42,202 444 48.200 49.028 16.173 10 900 330 77.808 17.013 94,821 98.001 NET INCOMINGIIOUTGOINGI RESOURCES FOR THE YEAR -2.143 4,818 .961 4,321 RECONCILIATION OF FUNOS Total fundsbroughtfomard Net In¢omingloutgoin9 resources Transf8rs beiwèenlunds TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 12.717 13.899 26,616 4.961 22.295 -2.143 -6.818 4.321 161 -161 10.735 6,920 17,655 26.616 The siaiÈment of Financial Aciiyilies include5 all gains and losses in the year and therefore a ststement ol toial reccenized g¥ins and losses has rw)t been prepared. All the ave amounts relate to continuing acEiVlties.
ST JAMES THE DEACON PCC BALANCE SHEEr YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025 Balance Sheet Note 2025 2024 CURRENT ASSErs Cash al bank and in hand 17,655 17,65S 26616 26 616 TOTAL TOTAL ASSETS 17.655 26.616 FUNDS UnreslrictÉd- General Unreslricted- Designated Restricted 13 -2.926 15,643 13.899 26.616 13 13 10.735 6,920 17.655 TOTAL FUNDS These finantial starements are to be approved and signed by Ihe Parochi Church Council on 26" April 2026
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ST JAMES THE DEACON PCC NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL sfATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025 Receipts and payments I ne,:.c'"OLIT"C il'"e ?rGQwced on "ece,'pt5.iTre paYry1eY15 basis. A" Tr=eijts and paynent5 &"e "eco-.rTr zed w4c': -.t ai'e:'ccc'i.ec anc il'.e an.¢ aCCOLned foT- Gl-oss INCOMING RESOURCES Genèral Fund 2025 Dèsi9 Restrict Funds Funds 2025 2025 Total fund$ 2025 Total Funds 2024 VOLUNTARY INCOME PGS monthly givsng ank givIg Envelopes Sumup for church Cash Childrèn's work- cash and Sumup Fellowship ColleciKns at speaal evènis Legacies Gift recovered Grant income (Admin) Grant incorne - Council IWaThn space) Giant income- Counol Ichildrenl Grant Income- DIceSe (Travtrll Grant Incomè- Diocese Imulliplyl Other granls for childnS wother Grant Income - Equipmenl Grant 1Thrne- other 20.621 4.642 1.826 1.372 3.479 1.565 216 20,621 4,642 1,826 1.372 3.479 1.565 216 21.283 3,780 3.710 1.641 2.552 1.110 252 2,000 6.712 6.712 9.260 2.500 1.600 2.550 2.000 1.900 2.536 2,000 1.900 2.S36 8,134 2.8S2 8.000 2.000 10.54S 5.500 76.284 8,134 1.000 46,869 9,134 58.003 ACTIVITIES FOR GENERATING FUNDS Fundiaising sales and events 4.200 4,200 2.122 2.122 4.200 INVESTMENT INCOME Bank inierÈsireceivable 349 349 349 349 404 404 5 CHURCH ACTIVITIES Fees Lettings 506 21.741 22.247 21.741 22.247 22,597 23,183 OTHER INCOME Ordination Lindisfarne Tnp 330 I,(1 1.061 1.061 1.061 TOTAL RECIEPTS 73.665 2.000 10.195 8S.860 102.322
ST JAMES THE DEACON PCC NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL sfATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025 OUTGOING RESOURCES General Designated Restrict•d Fund Funds Funds 2025 2025 2025 Total Fund5 2025 T otal Funds 2024 7 COSTS OF GENERAnhlG INCOME Fund-raising activitiés 1.126 1.126 1,126 1.126 444 444 CHURCH ACTIVITIES Missionary giving anddcfft3titins Freew411 Offenng Honoraria Clergy expenses 3.225 43.L 3.225 43,000 1.500 2.868 50.593 50.593 £1000 was given to each of Chaffinch and St Leonard's Hospice.as voted for at the 2025 APCM. £1000 was givèn in earty 2025 to Safe and Sound Homes. whichwas delayed Ifom 2024. Smaller payments were made lo To11 Twinn1rand ChnsbansaPride in Yiwk. CHURCH EXPENSES 2.320 43.000 1.200 1.680 48,200 Insurance Maintenance Equiprnènt Upkeep o15erv1ces Projects Inew sound equtpmentl A(Imin expenses Children s and family worker Children s work Treasury costs Church Utility blls Hall running costs 883 3.513 8,368 2,331 5.152 5.152 1,016 1.9S8 2,307 5,842 10,47S 4.680 490 2,530 6.863 42.202 1.016 2.307 5.842 8.275 10.242 2.648 953 3.245 8.570 49,028 10.475 2,327 2.353 1.383 5.716 23,782 1.147 1.147 16.113 2.307 10 OTHER EXPENDITURE Ordinalion paymen¢ LiDdi5fame Tnp 330 9ry) 900 900 900 330 TOTAL PAYMENTS 75,501 2.307 17.013 94,821 98,001 11 STAFF COSTS AND EMOLUMENTS Payments were made lo the Parish Administrator aThJ the Chddren's and Family workèr. Tot81 payments were £14.2121£16.082 In 20241. Full lime equivalénl empbyees are less Ihan 1. 12 RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS TheChildrer¥sand Family woEkensthe wife of the PCC seclary. Sc>me maintenance Wofk was compleled by Paul Hopwood. the husband ol a PCC member
ST JAMES THE DEACON PCC NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL sfATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025 13 STATEMENT OF FUNDS Balance at 1 January 2025 Incoming Outgoing Transfers re50urcts resources B3lance at 31 December 2025 Unrestricted fund$ General fL5nd Reserve fun¢J Pfojects fund rotal Unrestricted Funds -2.926 73.665 7S.501 4.762 4.601 667 10.068 10.375 2.307 12,717 7S.665 77,808 161 10.735 Restricted funds Chil¢Jfens anLI Familywothèr Equipmeni fund Granis fund Passlhrough fund Total R•siricted Funds 6.410 2.177 5.312 9.134 8.624 2.177 5.312 6.92 0 1.061 10.195 -161 13.899 17.013 -161 6.920 TOTAL FUNDS 16.616 85.860 94,821 17.455 41"TrY-.:f. jie.i- IFr. rnc.i025 &f..Lil .1 ttw liiP(i by a Ir2& nslt... i.Dil) I1 IIF h L<KrlPIVIQ. ..tt trp fr( P.Is£-.hi"(x¥h"" fiirQ'.o it. Gener.Il Iijnd. 14 ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BETWEEN FUNDS Net Curren¢ Asst$ TOTAL Unrestr4¢¢¢d income fvnds 10.735 6.920 17,655 10.735 6.920 17.65S Total funds