Mother ' IllllUlNItsN Diocese of Chichester Reg. Charity No.249826 ANNUAL REPORT 2025 Patrons The Right Revd. Dr Martin Warner, Bishop of Chichester Andrew Blackman, Lord Lieutenant of East Sussex Lady Emma Barnard, Lord Lieutenant of West Sussex
CONTENTS Part 1: Annual Report 2025 Pages 1-10 Part 2: AnnualAccounts 2025 Report ofthe Trustees Charity information Treasurer's Report Independent Examiner's Report Receipts and Payments account Statement of Assets and Liabilities Notes forthe accounts
Mother ' Diocese of Chichester Introduction: The aimsand purposes of Mothers, Union (MU) are to bring about an end to povety, violence and injustice by demonstratingthe Christian faith in action through the nurture and support of family in their many forms. As a charity,these aimsand purposesmust be carried outforthe public benefit as defined in the received guidance used by trustees. The trustees met nine times duringthe year, when making decisions, and 8S 8 Christian charitythe public benefit can be seen as shining the light of Christ into dark places. Throughout 2025, the purposes of MU have been carried out by members personally, in local groups and in the Diocese, impacting the lives of those served through projects and the building of supportive, flourishing relationships. Sometimes this can be measured and reported numerically, as will be seen in the reports from memberswho lead the projects,though often it is impossible to attach a numberto the impactof the work of MU. How many words of encouragement have been shared overcups of tea? How manyprayers have been offered to alleviate suffering. Howmanyhave benefitted fromacts of kindnessandoffers of help in times of need? 2025 saw the beginningof a newtriennium with a new trustee board, Chaplain and many new branch off icers. The year began with a trustee Quiet Day, led by Emma ournewchaplainwhenwe had the opportunity to spend time listeningto God and committingourplansforthe comingyearto Him. During ourW8ve of Prayer slot in February, wejoined with members from all overthe world to pray for our li nk diocesesaswell as the work here in Chichester. We were thrilled to also welcome our new Worldwide Presidentto the commissioning service in March, and many members had a chanceto share their hopesforthe years ahead.
Another highlightof 2025was, once again, being part of the Diocesan Sanctuary Space at the South of England Show. where we were able to provide a welcoming space and refreshments for weary visitors and exhibitors. We welcomed members and guests to our AGM in May and at our autumn meeting, which tookplace on anti-slavery day we were challenged and informed about issues relating to modern-dayslavery by Modern-Day Slavery Ambassadors from Sussex and Surrey. Duringthe 16 days of activism against gender-based violence, members prayed for raised awareness of and stood in solidarity with victims of domestic abuse. Iir Our new The Link editor Maria, proofreaders and contributors from across the diocese made surewe had two issues of The Link magazine to keep up to date with news, share stories of hope and be challenged by reflections. Itwould be impossible to include here allthe ways in which, asidefrom the diocesan projects, individuals, groups and branches have fulfilled the aims and purposes of the charity. However, an example from a branch can give a flavour of what goes on and be an encouragement to imagine what is possible. Of course, there are manyexamples in The Linkwhich is a good accompaniment to an annual report. Heathfield Benefice undertook a sewing project with the local Church of England School, creatively teaching the children the essential life skill of sewingon a button. Each child chose a felt square and matching button and worked with members to independently sewthe button onto the felt square. The felt and buttons were then used to create a magnificent rainbow picture to be displayed intheschool. Morethan 80 children were blessed by the project, and relationships were built between members, the church, the children, and the school. Safeguarding: The society is committed to ensuring a safe environment for all. In 2023 weadoptedthe nationalmothers, Unionpolicyand procedures. Mothers, Union Diocese of Chichester has no serious incidentsto reportto the Charity Commission fortheyear ended 2025.
What follows are reports of Diocesan Projects, and they reflect the hard work and commitment of members who volunteer in so many ways and with such enthusiasm. Away From ItAII Holidays(AFIA):Thisyearhas been very busy with both caravans in use almost constantly from April onwards. Two families stayed at both Winchelsea and Selsey duringApril. May was quiet with just one family at the May half term at Winchelsea and two families at Selsey, one at half term. Junewas busywith bothvans infull usethroughjunealthough onefamilycancelled at the last minute due to illness. It was too late to find a replacement. July was almost fulljust odd days vacant. August is completely full as usual. September is also full this year! The Octoberhalf term holiday is booked. The other dates in October are gradually being booked. Quite a few members and friends have taken advantage of the £25 per night offer, with 5 at Winchelsea and 2 at Selsey so far. Total site fees at Winchelsea for 2025 including electricity charges were £4,417.50 There are otherexpenses likethe annualPATtesting of the electrics in the caravan. With some otherjobs that needed doing this came to £381.50 in May of this year. Selsey is very much more expensive but does offer a lot more facilities at the site. Site fees for 2025 were £ 6.557.76 Plus £499 private letting fee plus £1.000 forthe entertainment passes for our guests. Plus £623.03 for rates. Also, lots of other Charges forv8rious maintenance jobs and bottles of gas. A total of £8.679.79. Double the cost of Winchelsea. We are veryfortunate with the support of allthe branches we are able to continue this very worthwhile project. I recently had a lovely email from a guest which makes it all worthwhile! "Dear Christine, we are having the most wonderful time in Winclielsea. The children are loving the caravan and beaches. Thankyou SO much forthe incredible blessing this is to us as a family a17d for all you do in yourministry. With much love xxx"
When I receive something like that it makes up for any problems which might come up. We have had to replace the travel cot at Selseythis year one of the guests managed to damage it. Last year I think it was Winchelsea's travel cot! Most of the families are very good and most grateful. I know both Linda at Selsey and Brenda at Winchelsea have had the odd problem this year. mostlywith the state of cleanliness the caravan has been left in. On the whole AFIA is going very well, I can't believe we are nearly at the end of another season. Christine Bright, AFIA holiday coordinator Citizenshlp Ceremonles- Brlghton: We continue to provide a welcome for all new British citizens at Brighton Town Hall everyfirst Monday of the month. The numbers have remained stable; we caterfor around sixty new citizens and their guests in two ceremonies, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. This takes the numbers to around 130 people each month. As usual, we are extremely appreciated by the staff at the Registry Office and the various dignitaries that preside over the ceremonies. In the last few months, City local officers from different areas have started to attend the ceremonies and join in the celebrations. This -ri has given us the chance to introduce more people to the work of the Mothers, Union. tellingthem about our involvement in social issues, in the campaign against modern slavery, our AFIA project and our work in prisons and hospitals. We have had very interesting conversations which in many cases have helped to change the "tea and cakes" image that organisations like ours tend to have. The warm appreciation we receive from the new citizens and their families on a day that deserves to be marked as a rite of passage, and the personal stories that we are privileged to know make this work worthwhile and fulfilling, an expression of our love in action as Mothers, Union members. "Both my husband and I would like to extend our sincere gratitude for the lovely tea and refreshments that you kindly prepared for the Citizenship Ceremony, at Brighton Town Hall.
After living in this country for the last 30years, my husband obtained his citizenship. It was a lovely ceremony and yourscrumptious cakes, biscuits and warm smiles made it truly memorable. Maria Greco. Denton MU Crowborough: Heathfield MU have done five sessions this year. We meet at the council offices in Crowborough. We are always met with great thanks for helping them out. We set up the table with tea and coffee and chat with the staff. We are invited to sit into the room while all the candidates make their vows to the Kingand country.we have 2 dignitaries: we havethe Mayorof Crowborough andthe Lord Lieutenant who represents the King. Once the seNice is over, the candidates are invited to take a British tradition of tea and cake. We all chat together and find amazingstoriesthatthey have gonethrough to getto this stage of becoming British citizens. Once all have left, we clear up have a coffee and then start all over again. We find this very rewarding and go home pleased we have been a very small part in their lives. Respect all round. Mary Sumner. Heathfield MU Eastbourne: These ceremonies are stillvery busy, usuallythere are three a year but this yearthere was an extra one, they actually held an all-day session one in the morningand one in the afternoon, this did make fora longday butwe managed to supply enough cakes and we baked homemade biscuits for the morning. It is so interesting meeting ourfriends from all overthe world. It is a joy to see how proud they are to become British Citizens, and they re811y love the tradition of having tea and cake; also, the Registrars and the Mayor and Lord Lieutenant seem to really enjoy the cake as well. There is one more ceremony this year in November. "Justa note to say. 'Iliankyou' to the l.lother5' Union branchin E(1Stbvurne for their l?ospitality in giving us refreshments after the Citizenship ceremony today at the Town Hall. Your efforts and kindness are very much appreciated. May God continue to bless you all. Trish Clarke, Polegate MU
Hastings: We continue to attend the ceremonies in Hastings Town Hall. There are eightthisyearand numbershaveincreased. Each session there are usually twenty people admitted plustheirfamilieswho come from all overthe world. The Mayor always makes a point of introducing us and talking aboutvolunteering in the community and he then recommends ourcakes and savouries. We have a great time chatting to the new citizens who are so excited, it is a really important and special day forthem. It's a lovely thingto do and we always come away smiling. Christine Emson, Bexhill District Lewes: The Ringmer Branch of the MU has provided and served the refreshments at 3 Citizenship Ceremonies so far this year, in February, Mayand August. with another 2 due in December. These have all been held at Southover Grange in Lewes and on each occasion. there have been twenty candidates drawn from across the world. Countries such as India, Nepal, Sri L8nka, the Philippines, Japan, Newzealand, South Africa, Ghana, Nigeria, Brazil, Syria, Canada. the USA, France, Hungary, Germany, and Poland. Each individual is allowed to bring up to two guests, friends, or family members. In addition. the Dignitaries present for the ceremony, and the Registry officialsjoin with the newBritish citizensto enjoytea and homemadecakes etc after the formalities. These are always very enjoyable occasions and without exception there are very kind words said about the MU and the refreshments provided.we send a team of 4 Branch membersto help on each occasion. we are always made to feel very welcome and permitted to sit in on the Ceremony. This undoubtedly helpsto raise the profile of the Mothers, Union organisation it certainly helpsthe individualswhothereby havethe chance to mingle and chatwith each other and the officials in a less formal atmosphere. All in all. a most worthwhile initiative which we thoroughly enjoy doing. Christine Smith, Citizenship Coordinator for Ringmer MU
Flourishing Families {FF):The FF programme is now complete. It is a self-help course for parents, grandparents, and carers. It was notwritten forfamilies in crisis. butas a gentle support and affirmation forparentswho8re doing their best. Rather like the () group ourfounderstarted in herfront room 149years ago. In Augustthere was a Zoom meetingwith Mary Sumner House, and parentingfacilitators worldwide, where FF was discussed. () () Diane Clack has now moved out of our Diocese into Hampshire. She is hopingto start up a group using Flourishing Families in herlocal school in October. If you have a group of parents. grandparents, or carers who would be interested please contact me. Karen Hill, West Tarring MU Ministryof Cake (MOC)- East Sussex: We are a small team but are covering every Tuesday. We go in twos and take our home-made cakes and savouries to the special baby unit and then on to the Maternity ward. The Special Baby Unit is our first call where we are always made so welcome. Recently, we have seen a Lot of twins- pleased to say doingwell.The families come from quite a distance Eastbourne, Hailsham, Shoreham and allthevillages so parents take it in turns which gives us a chance to speak to Mum and Dad. The Maternity wards are very busy it is a re8L privilege to share the joy of a new baby. We are also spendingquite a bit of time with the staff who are working so hard and appreciate any leftover cakes. We became aware that in the very hot weatherthe Special Baby Unit was findingit hard to keep cool. There did not appearto be any fansavailableand sowe purchased one which was putto use straight away. MU is making a difference. Christine Emson, Bexhill District West Sussex: In the beginningof 2025, we came to the sad decision notto continue with the Ministry of Cake in Worthing Hospital, due to a lackof volunteers who were prepared to complete the somewhat onerous onlinetraining, or who. once completing training moved away forfamily reasons. However, we are still taking every month 12 emergency wash bags into the Maternity Unit and five memory bags into the neonatal unit. Two of our meetings everyyearare taken up with makingthese bags up.
We have also supplied a lot of muslin clothsto the neonatal unit. Mum puts a muslin on her skin, and it isthen put into the baby's cotwhere their head is. The babywilLthen recognise mum. The muslins are washed at a high temperature as per infectioncontrol rules. so theygo into holes quite quickly. I have been there when the outerhem is the part ofthe muslin that is leftl So, we take muslins in too. In Octoberwe took in four baby hood towels. Parents usually have clothing fortheir baby however in neonatal, the new families have often had an unexpected and traumatic start. Sometimes the baby WILI be in the unit, and their mum is in another hospital. We really appreciate all of the donations of shower gels. flannels, combs, toothbrushes and toothpaste etc.......... Many thanks for all your support for our Hospital Project. Karen Hill, West Tarring MU Modern Day Slavery: Raising awareness of Modern-Day Slavery. Bytheend of 20251 had visited 2 Mothers Union branches and also raised awareness at Lewes and Seaford Deanery Synod where fifty-five people attended, with a mixture of clergy and lay people. Since taking on this role, I have visited twenty-four branches, preached at two churches visited Deanery Synod, and spoken to various othergroups. OL7 If I haven't visited your branch, please do contact me: 07758 345293 God Bless. Rev Sue Foster. Trustee and Modem-Day SlaveryAmbassador Prlsons: l am awaiting the Christmas cards. They've been ordered and paid for, and l am hopingfor a mass signing session atthe Autumn Gathering. I spoke to the Chaplain at HMP Ford yesterday (24108125) and he is going to think about how many he needs. Itwas a quietvisiting time with four small children in the play area and several largerones coming and goingfor puzzles and games.
The familieswork is supeNised by Claire Haine a Prison Advise and Care Team (PACT) employee, but the volunteers on the ground are four members of Mothers, Union and twowomen from Rustington. It's not enough people to run a rota well but we do as much as we can. Personally, l amvery thankful notto have any responsibility for recruitingand trainingany longer. I have had no contact with HMP Lewes since last Christmas but will try to ringthe chaplaincy in late November. Scilla Page, Prison Liaison Officer Worldwlde Llnks: Here is the news from two of our contacts. I have sentyou thetexts as they come to me ratherthan summarising, as I think part of the interest is to feel the context and flavour of how they reply. This from Nesta, our contact in Madl West Nlle. Uganda "Praise the Lord. How are you and the entire MU fraternity in Chichester Diocese. In ourDiocese ofmadi Westnile the MU members leaders are preparing for MU retreat that will be hosted by our Diocese. Christians and Clergy are also preparingfor the Ugand8 Martyrs Day. which will be hosted by the six Dioceses of Northern region. The Dioceses include Madi Westnile, Northern Uganda, Lango, West Lango Kitguin and Kitgum. Our diocese is currently organising a grand fundraising event towards the construction ofa newoffice block. Pleaseprayforthe success of the activity, and that the l.ord m¢?Y toirc.h the heart.% of hi.% children to offer for His service. The next is newsfor Bishop Monday, ourcontact in South Sudan. -Thankyou for checkingon us. A few weeks ago, I had malaria butgot treated. And my wife was diagnosed with typhoid. and she had to take medication as well. Now both of us are well. However, on April 7th my wife (Rina), four others plus I tr8velled westwards from our diocese to the Diocese of Yambio. We wentfor centenary of the Cathedral which is the onlyoldestin South Sudan. The foundation w8s laid on April 11" 1925.
And during the offici81 openingon the V April, I was the Celebrant. But we returned to Mundri on Saturday. Dear Caroline, Th8nkyou verymuch for the message of concern. Rina and I are pushing on by the grace of God, regardless of health issues like Malaria etc. And Rina has a problem with her left legdue to rheumatism. However, she is not badly off, Last Sunday the MU in Mundri celebrated the historical ministry of the first MU leader (Elizabeth) in Sudan who had since passed on. Personally l am everbusy with my roles moving up and down. As I write this, l am injuba headingthis morningto Wau for t17e enthronemeiit of a new intern8lArchbishop forNorthern Bahr el Ghazal. Generally. there are concerns about peace and security in the Country. Also, recently there were fightingin Kajokeji at the border of South Sudan and Uganda over border disputes. So, pray forpeace and security." News from Seoul as below. "Hi Caroline, Verygood togetyourm8il.Andsorryforthe latereply. I've been lazyin the hot summer. So, I didn't open my em8il and read any emails. You are still doing your family business with your warm heart. It is a faithful thing. I'm wellandmydaughterin lawispregnant. She'llh8vea b8byin October. We are excited and looking forward to it. We will have the 100th anniversary seNice this Saturday. It's a big event. It s the 8nniversary of Kore8n MU being established in Korea. Thanks to English missionaries. So, will you pray the prosperity of the Kore8n MU and Anglican church ? I hope you have 8 good journeyand stayin health. With Margaret" Caroline Sewell, Worldwide Representative
Concluslon: When we consider the impact of the diocesan projects in terms of numbers it might looksomethinglike this: 118 1000+ 546 Individuals had a caravan holiday they would not otherwise have been able to afford New citizens across the diocese were welcomed with tea & chat as Ihey became British citizens Detainees received gifts of socks for Christmas and 11 also received jogging bottoms 280 144 60 Prisoners received Christmas cards written by members Patients received emergency hospital bags New parents received memory bags The public benefit, however. stretchesway beyond these numbers through thewo th and projectscarried outd8ilybymembers. 2026 marks the 150 anniversary of MU and aswe go fOard with our plansto celebrate, we arevery conscious that it's onlythroughourmembersthataLlthisworkcan becarried outforthe public benefit bythe annual membership subscription they pay and the tirelessfundraisingthey engage in.
In Chichester Diocese the Orderof St. Richard is"An annual award for lay people within the Diocese who have made exceptional contributionsto the parish, the local community, orthe Diocese., In 2025, the citation of five of the recipients included a referenceto theirservice as MU members. The annual report mustgive an account of the work of the whole charitybut let's also celebrate allthat individual members do for the public benefit and the glory of God. Sandy Tout- South Lancing and Sompting: Sandy has dedicated her life to quiet, faithful service within the church and wider community in Lancing, supporting parish events and initiatives including Messy Church, and roles in Mothers, Union, and Girlguiding. Her tireless commitment-spanning decades of leadership. hospitality, and outreach-embodiesfaith in action and has deeply enriched the life of the parish and those around her. Jenny Billam - Wivelsfield: Jenny has led music at Wivelsfield Church for 40 years, enrichingworship across styles and generations. Her leadership as Mothers, Union branch leader, PCC member, churchwarden, and home group leader has nurtured faith and fellowship, making hera shining example of Christlike seNice, creativity, and encouragement. Deborah Matthews- St Swithun EastGrinstead: Deborah has given decades of dedicated service to St Swithun's and the wider East Grinstead communitythrough herministryas a Reader. leadership in Mothers, Union and Girlguiding, and tirelessworkwith children, youth, and pastoral care. Herfaith-filled, compassionate presence continues to bless and inspire all around her. Maria Greco- Mothers. Union: Maria has seNed the Mothers, Unionwith dedication and joy, inspiring others through her leadership, prayerful creativity, and warm hospitality. From diocesan roles to welcoming new citizens, her ministry reflects Christ's love in action. Herfaith. energy, 8nd compassion have enriched countless lives across the Church and widercommunity. Karen Hill- Mothers, Union: Karen has provided exemplary leadership in Mothers, Union, notably asDiocesan President during the pandemic. Herfaith, resilience, and strategic vision kept members engaged and serving others. She fostered partnerships acrossthe Diocese and nationally, and continuesto shape the future of Mothers, Union through her involvement in the new parenting initiative Flourishing Families and parish ministry.
MOTHERS, UNION CHICHESTER DIOCESE CONTENTS YEAR ENDED 81 DECEMBER 2026 P8ge Ch8rlty Informatlon Report ofth8Trusteo8 Indapendent Examlnerf$ report Re¢elpts and P8ym8nts ac¢ounl Stat6men18 of 888èts 8nd UabSlltleg Notas tothe flnanclal gtstements
MOTHERS. UNION CHICHESTER DIOCESE CONTENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER2025 Charity address Garton House 22 Stanford Avenue Brighton East Sussex BNI 6A4 Registered Chaiity number 249826 Trustees Mrs Michele While Mrs Victoria Hall-smith Mrs Deborah Matthews Mr AndrewAnderson Mrs Lesley Bryant Revd Sue Foster Mrs RosemaryHarman Mrs SandyTout Officers Mrs Hayley Cole- Diocesan Administraior Revd Emma H8m-Riche- Diocesan Chaplain Bankers Barclays Bank Independent Examiners Shoieiine Accountants Limited
MOTHERS, UNION CHICHESTER DIOCESE REPORT OFTHETRUSTEES YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025 The Trustees presont their Annual Report and the Financialstatements of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2025. Vision and Mission Vision Our vision is a world where everyone prospers. We 8Ctively pursuo this vision through prayer and action, helping to build confident people and resilient communities. Our movement seeks to bring about justice, challenge prèjudice and advocate change. Mission We aim to show our Christian faith by helping the susiainable transformation of communilies worldwide. We do this by helping to nurture stTong relationships at all levels. promoting peace and reconciliation locally, nationally and globally. We almto: uphold Christ's teaching on the nature of marriage and to promote its widei underst8nding; encourage parents to bring up their children in the faith and life of the Church,. maintain a world-wide fellowship of Christians united in prayer, worship and service- piomote conditions in society favourable to stable family life and the protection of children- and help those whose family knfe has met with adversity. Organisational Structure The charity is run by theTrustees Trustèe$ Those who seNed duringthe year were as follows: Mrs Michele White Mrs Victoria Hall-smith Mrs Deborah Matthews Mr Andrew Anderson Mrs Lesley Bryant Revd Sue Foster Mrs Rosemary Harman Mrs SandyTout Offlcers Mrs Hayley Cole- Diocesan Administrator Revd Emma Ham-Riche- Diocesan Chaplain
MOTHERS, UNION CHICHESTER DIOCESE REPORTOFTHETRUSTEes YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025 Parlormanoo and Flnan¢lal R•vlow For 2025. thè total Incomlng resour¢e8 ofthe Dlocosewere £63.084 {2024: £71,382). 88 det8lled In tho flnanclal 8tatements. The DIoc6s6 had a stable end oncour8wngflnanclal8r In 2025. endln8wlth a surplus of £4.141. Total Income for the y88r was £63,064. wlth the maln source$ bolng subscrlptlons (£31,31318nd Aw8y From It All (AFIA) holldays1£20,358). Sub8crlpilon Income Increased compared wlth 2024. reflecilng steady memb8rshlp support, and AFIAlncome showed stron8 eng8g8m8ntvthhthls Important project. Tot81 exp8ndlture was £58,923, whlch was c8refuUy m8naged 8nd lowerth8n In the wevlous year. Thls enabled the Dloce89 to contlnue lundlng Its core workand charltsble projoctswhlle malntslnlng hèalthy reseNes. At th8 end ofthe ye8r, total cash funds stood 8t £84.32812024: £80,209). wSth £37,489 held as unrestrlcted funds 8nd £46,839 a$ r88trlcted funds for speclflc purposes. TheTrustees conslderlhè Dloceseto bg In 8 sound flnanclal posltlon end well placed to support It8 mlsslon end actfvltles In the yaar ah88d. There was 8 surplu8 In Ihe 8¢courrtS 8t31 December2025 of £80.208.86. Re8oNo8 Pouoy It18the Trustè8 Bo8rd'8 pollcyto malntaln re$erve$ equlv8ientto up to 24 month8 of runnlng costs 89 a ¢ontlngen¢y 888ln8t unfore8een clrcumstances and anyunexpected decLlne In membershlp. Th18 Is Intended to cover both AFIAproJect commitrnents and general dlocosan expendlture. At 31 December 2025. Pioject Funds tot811ed £46.83912024: £41.878). G8n8ral Fund$ held were £37,439, whlch represents epproxlm8tely 28 months ot runnlngcosts. The Truste88 eonslderthls levelof rg$eN6$to be epproprlate and th8 poucywlll be revlewed annu811y. Pubuo Banollt ThaTru3tees belleve thatthe oblectlves and actlvltles 80t out 8bov8 fulfllthls iequlremenl of thè Charlty Comm1$81on'8 publlc beneflt dlscio$ure. signed on b8h8lf ofthe Tw8teg8 MrsHC le
MOTHERSP UNION CHICHESTER DIOCESE INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS RepoRTTO THETRUSTEes YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025 I report on the accounts olihe Trusi forthe yearended 31 December 2025. whlch are set out on pages S to 8. RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES OFTRUSTEESAND EXAMINERS Tho Ch8rWsTru8tees aro re8pon$lbl8forihe preparatlon ofthe accounts. The Ch8rlty'8 TTu8tè88 eonslder that an eudlt 58 not requlr8d forthl8y8ar LmderSe¢ilon 144 {2) 01 the Charltle8 Act2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an Independent examln8tlon l¥ needed. It18 my respon8lbllltyto: - examlne th8 accounts under Sectlon 145 ofthe 2011 ACL - to followth8 procèdur8818ld down In tho general Dlrectlons gTr bythe CharltyComml8slon und8rSectlon 145 {5){b} of tho 2011 Act; and . to 8tat8 whether partlculai matter8 have cometo myattonllon. BASIS OFTHE INDEPENDENT EXAMINER% REPORT My examlnatlon was ¢8rrled out In 8¢¢ord8ncé wlth the gener81 Dlrectlons gfven bythe Charlty Commls8loner6. An examlnatlon Include8 a reW ofthe 8ccountln8 records kepl bythe ch8rlty and comparlson of the accounts presonled wlth those record8. Italso Includes conglderatlon of any unu8U81 Items or d18clo8ui65 In the aecount8 and seeklng explan8tlon$ from you aslrustees concernlng anysuch matters. The procedure8 undértaken do not provlde alltha èvldgnce th8twould b8 r8qulr8d In an audlt, and consequentty no oplnlon18 given as to whètherlhè 8ccount$ present a'true and falrvleW and the report 58 Ilmlted lo those m8tteT8 8et out In the 8t8tement below. INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S STATEMENT In Connectlon wSth myexamlnatlon. no matter has comelo my attenllon: vthlch gfves me reasonable c8u8e to beU8ve that In 8nymaterlal re8pect tha requlrements: to keep accountln8 record8 In accordance wlth Sectlon 130 olthe 2011 Act; and to prepare 8¢counts whlch accord wlth the 8¢¢ountln8 re¢ord8 and complywlth the a¢countlng requlremonts Olthe 2011 Act: have not bgen met: or b) to whlch. In my oplnlon, attenllon should b8 drawn In der to 8nable a proper underst8ndSng of the accounts io be reeched. 25 Cllnton Plac6 Seaford E88t Sussex BN25 1NP Mark Boxau Instltute of FlnanclalAccount8nts Shorellne Accountsnts Llmlted
MOTHERS. UNION CHICHESTER DIOCESE RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTSACCOUNr YEARENDED31 DECEMBER2026 Unrostrletod Restrlcted 2025 2026 Total 2025 Total 2024 RECEIPTS Sub8crlptlon8 Glft Ald Awayfrom It All Houdays IAFIAI FamllyCont8ctCentre (EFCC) Mue AFIA Resen MSH Prolgct8 M8etln Other Income B8nk Int8r8st 31,313.00 31,313.00 29,117.00 7,532.95 20.358A7 20,358.47 9.090.11 99.08 3,814.72 12,100.00 260.00 704.32 8.347.30 316.95 71.382A3 3.023.83 3,023.83 130.00 1.249.37 6,613A2 130.IY) 1,249.37 6,813.42 376.05 378.05 4&329.62 20.73&62 63.064.14 PAYMENTS Sub$¢rlptlon8 AFIA EFCC Mue AFIAAppeailRe88rv8 MSH Project8 Insurancè Trustee 8xponses Admlnlstrator Expens68 DP Exp8n8e8 Meetlngs Card proce88lng Fees Prlnllng & ststlonory Wages &AdmSnl8ir8tlon Other Expendkure 17.374.50 17,374.50 15.773.49 15,773.49 17.285.00 18.015.95 2,942.00 3,820.38 0.00 $60.00 792.95 654.29 904.45 980.63 388.76 6.23 4,250.00 9,889.06 5,376.01 65,865.61 2,909.86 0.00 130.00 853.91 408.65 869.99 2,909.88 130.00 853.91 408.65 869.99 1,239.87 1.239.87 11.79 11.79 4,763.23 4.763.23 10,119.24 10.119.24 4.468.29 4,468.29 43.149.33 15,773.49 58,922.82 Net recelpts (payments) In year -819.71 4,981.03 4,141.32 6,516.82 Cashfund88t 1 J8nu8ry Openlng balance adjustment Closlng b81ance 8dJu8tment 38.330.88 41,877.98 80,208.86 74.657.62 -22.18 34.52 Cash fund8 at 31 D8eembgr 37,488.99 46,839.01 84.32B.00 80,208.86
MOTHERS, UNION CHICHESTER DIOCESE STATEMENTOFASSEfs AND LIABILITIES AT 31 DECEMBER 2025 2026 2024 Bgr¢18W8. CommunltyAccount 54,858.81 BarcLaY8- Actlve Saver 29.421.05 Petty Cesh 48.14 51.093.54 29,045.00 70.32 Stocks Car8V8n Prole¢t Fund AFIA EFCC AFIA RESERVE 5,295.65 17,417.96 o.oo 24.125.40 5,295.65 12,832.98 0.00 23.749.35 Approved bythe trustees on end s18ned on thelr behalf by: Mrs H Cole DIo¢a8an Admlnl8trator Mrs D Matthéws Chalr, Flnanco & Sgryloo8 Mrs M Vthlle Dlooosan Pro8ldort
MOTHERS, UNION CHICHESTER DIOCESE NOTES FOR THE ACCOUNTS THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2026 A¢¢ounilnq pollolos Ba818 01 a¢¢ountlng The flnanclal $tBtemonts have been prepared on 8 recolpts and payments b8s18 In accordance wlth 88Ctlon 133 ottho Charltle8Act 2011. In¢omlng re8ouroo Incomlng resources are recognlsed en recèfvgd bythe Charlty. R¢•our¢08 usod Expendlture18 reco8nlsed In the pwlod In whlch ftlg Incurrod and allo¢ated toth8 approprl8te cogt centre. Expendlture Includes Irrecoverable VAT. Charftablefvnd8 Unrastrlcted lunds are ov8118blefor us8 atthg dl8¢retlon of the charlty In furtherance of thelr¢harltabie obJ9Ctlve$ unloss the funds have been dewiatedforother purpose$. R88trlcted funds are subject to 8peclflc condltlons bydonors 88 to howtheymay b8 u88d. Rejlilctsd Fundo Away From ItAiI Hollday8 IAFW p¢thlde8fieg I[klay8tlarnlu65whO othenv18ewouid not h8vg one dué to lackol re8our¢e8. Away From It All Reserves (AFIA R8serv68)was In8tlgated for 2022forfundlng of unforeseèn co8ts Incurred on Ihe two dloce88n caravan8 8nd 8 fund forluture replacement of the ¢8ravans should the need arlse. Pioject Fund Is for projects whl¢h the Board ofTw8tg98 de8m 8ultableforfundlng. Doproolatlon Pouoy Flxed 888et$ 8re stst8d 8t cost less 8c¢umu18ted depreclatk+n. Depreclatlon rote 18 15% c81cuL8tgd to wrlte down the cost of e8¢h asset each year overlts 6xpe¢ted usoful Ilfe. Imp8lrment revlew8 are ¢8rrled out as and when evldence comesto Ilthtthatlhe iecover8ble amount of e functlonalflxed as8et18 below Its ngt bookvalu8 du8to d8m8ge, ob$ole8c8nce or other relevant taotor8.
MOTHERS. UNION CHICHESTER DIOCESE NOTES FOR THE ACCOUNTS CONTINUED THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025 Grants recelvablo Restrlctgd funds 2025 Legacy from Gillian Lindsey St George's Charitable Trust The Chichester Diocesan Association for Family Support Work The David Hunt Trust {AFIA) È1.000.00 £1.000.00 £1.600.00 É1.000.00 (AFIA) IAFIAI IAFW Unrestrlcted funds 2025 Brighton & Hove City Council Marysumner House I1tonCrtIzen8hIp¢ar8m0nl85) {MU8salesi818t£dgrènt) £975.00 £476.71 Grant$ payable Unrostrloted lunds 2025 Mothers. Union Canterbury Province Mothers, Union Canterbury Province Su88exCoast Talking News IPwn¢i8lPresiOentexpen$es20251 {Prownci&lPi95identexpens8s20281 (rianscri)tlonof The kAUtumn202llI £100.00 £100.00 £50.00
The Mothers. Union Prayer Loving Lord, We thank you for your love so freely given to us all. We pray for families around the world. Bless the work of the Mothers, Union as we seek to share your love through the encouragement, strengthening and support of marriage and family life. Empowered by your Spirit, may we be united in prayer and worship, and in love and service reach out as your hands across the world. In Jesus. name. Amen The Prayer of Mary Sumner, founder of Mothers, Union All this day, O Lord, let me touch as many lives as possible for thee; and every life I touch, do thou by thy spirit quicken, whether through the word I speak, the prayer I breathe, or the life I live. Amen