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.
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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.
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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.
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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 fO￿ard 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 oncour8wngflnanclal￿8r 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$lbl8forihe preparatlon ofthe accounts. The Ch8rlty'8 TTu8tè88 eonslder
that an eudlt 58 not requlr8d forthl8y8ar LmderSe¢ilon 144 {2) 01 the Charltle8 Act2011 (the 2011 Act) and that
an Independent examln8tlon l¥ needed.
It18 my respon8lbllltyto:
- examlne th8 accounts under Sectlon 145 ofthe 2011 ACL
- to followth8 procèdur8818ld down In tho general Dlrectlons g￿Tr bythe CharltyComml8slon und8rSectlon
145 {5){b} of tho 2011 Act; and
. to 8tat8 whether partlculai matter8 have cometo myattonllon.
BASIS OFTHE INDEPENDENT EXAMINER% REPORT
My examlnatlon was ¢8rrled out In 8¢¢ord8ncé wlth the gener81 Dlrectlons gfven bythe Charlty
Commls8loner6. An examlnatlon Include8 a r￿eW ofthe 8ccountln8 records kepl bythe ch8rlty and
comparlson of the accounts presonled wlth those record8. Italso Includes conglderatlon of any unu8U81 Items
or d18clo8ui65 In the aecount8 and seeklng explan8tlon$ 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$. R88trlcted funds are subject to
8peclflc condltlons bydonors 88 to howtheymay b8 u88d.
Rejlilctsd Fundo
Away From ItAiI Hollday8 IAFW p¢thlde8fieg I￿[klay8t￿larnlu65whO othenv18ewouid not h8vg one
dué to lackol re8our¢e8.
Away From It All Reserves (AFIA R8serv68)was In8tlgated for 2022forfundlng of unforeseèn co8ts
Incurred on Ihe two dloce88n caravan8 8nd 8 fund forluture replacement of the ¢8ravans should the
need arlse.
Pioject Fund Is for projects whl¢h the Board ofTw8tg98 de8m 8ultableforfundlng.
Doproolatlon Pouoy
Flxed 888et$ 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
I￿1￿￿tonCrtIzen8hIp¢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