All Salnts, Parish Church Antrlm Annual report and f inanclal statements For the year ended 31 December 2022 Charltles Number; NIC101049
All Saints, Parish Church Antrim Annual report and financlal statements for the year ended 31 December 2022 Contents Pages References and administrative details Trustees, Annual Report 4-13 Independent examlner's report to the Trustees 14 Statement of financial actlvlties 15 Statement of financial positionlBalance sheet 16 Notes to the flnanclal statements 17-25
All Saints, Parlsh Church Antrlm References and administratlve details Charity Name: All saints, Parish Church Antrim Charity Registration Number: NIC101049 Contact Address.. All Saints, Parlsh Centre Railway Street Antrirn BT414AE Trustees Trustees from 01-01-2022- 31-12-2022 The Ven.Dr S.R. McBride, Sylvia Barton, Cecil Barton, Rev Peter Blake, Brlan Nelll, Claire Thompson, Jacquellne Adams, William Hurst, Lawernce Hutchins, John Wallace, Paul Smyth, Davld Tate, Cynthla Cherry, Wendy Smyth, Colln Brooks, Sheila Thompson, Brian Ford and Irene Gates. Trustees a rovln th15 re ort The Ven.Dr S.R. McBride, Sylvla 8artcn, Cecil Barton, Rev Peter Blake, Brian Neill, Clalre Thompson, Jacqueline Adams, Wllliam Hurst, Lawernce Hutchlns, John Wallace, Paul Smyth, David T3te, Cynthia Cherry, Wendy Smyth, Colin Brooks, Sheila Thompson, Brlan Ford and Irene Gates. Princlpal Office.bearers Vlcar: Pastoral Admlnlstrator,, Hon Treasurer,. Hon Secretary: Vlcarfs Church Warden: People's Church Warden,. Ven. Dr S.R. McBride Rev P Blake Mr Brian Neill Mrs Irene Gates Mr Davld Tate Mr Lawrence Hutchin5 Independent Emamlner lan Johnston IA,F.A.I For and on bchalf of Stevenson and Wilson Chartered Accountants 22- 30 Broadway Avenue Ballymena BT43 7AA Bankers Ulster Bank 8 Market Square Antrim BT414AT
All Salnts, Parish Church Antrim Trustees. Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2022 The trustees present the annual report and accounts for A15 Saints, Parish Church Antrim for the year ended 31 December 2022. All Saints, Parish Church, Antrim, is situated in the heart of Antrim town, and the Parish Centre is one minute's walk away in Railway Street. Correspondence can be addressed to.. The Vicar, Ven. Dr. S. R. McBride The Vicarage 10 Vicarage Gardens ANTRIM, BT414JP Matters of a flnancial nature can be addressed to,. Mrs. Brlan Neill /0 All Saints, Parish Centre 18 Railway Street ANTRIM, BT414AE The prlnclpal function of the Parlsh is to support the advancement of the Christian rellgion by promoting through the work of the Parish the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, soclal and ecumenical. All the functions of the Parish relate to the advancement of rellglon through holding regular worshlp and communicating with and caring for parlshloners af all ages especlally the sick and elderly and others In our community. The Parish has the custody of many historical items and the maintenance of these and the varlous buSldings is undertaken as a secondary charltable purpose. All properties and other valuable items are fully insured and regularly revalued. Governance Structure and Mana ement Governance -rhe principal document for the governance of Antrim Parish 15 Chapter111 of the Constltution of the Church of Ireland, which governs Parishes and Parochial Organlsation. Oiocesan Regulations are also issued perlodically, and these interpret some aspects of the Constltution where that responslbility has been deleBated by the General Synod to Diocesan Councils and Synod5. The other major factor in parish governance is civil law, particularly Health and Safety, Child Protection leBi51ation, Safeguarding Trust regulation5, and Employment and Management procedure5 for lay staff. For example, as children and young adults are important in our Charity, we carry out the necessary checks on all youth leaders 2nd we are fully compllant with the Church of Ireland Safeguarding Trust. A Health and Safety team ensure5 that the users of the Parish Centre comply with the Conditions of Use and are f ully compliant with Fire Evacuation procedures and that all Parish Centre users carry out and adhere to Risk Assessments. Regular Fire Evacuations are carried out in both Church and Parish Centre, and procedures are updated when Improvements are recommended.
All Saints. Parlsh Church Antrim Trustees, Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2022 (continued) structure All members of the Church of Ireland who are over the age of 18, and are either resldent within the parish or live elsewhere but have been accustorned members of the congregation for at least three months, may register as members of the General Vestry of the parish,. this allow5 them to attend and vote at meetings of the General Vestry and to Stand for electlon to the Select Vestry. Meetings of the General Vestry are held at least once a year, and at the Annual General Vestry meeting. held at Easter time, the Select Vestry members are elected, The Select Vestry hold their positions for a period of one year. Select Vestry members may be re-elected annually, and there is no limlt to the number of terms that they may serve. The members of the Select Vestry make up the Charity Trustees. Trustees.. The Ven. Dr. S. R. Mc8ride Chalrman Jacqueline Adams Cecil Barton Sylvia Barton Rev Peter Blake Colin Brooks Cynthia Cherry Brian Ford Irene Gates William Hurst Lawerence Hutchins Bri2n Neill Paul Smyth Wendy Smyth David Tate Claire Thompson Sheila Thompson John Wallace Mana ement The Select Vestry meets regularly at tlmes fixed by the members, with the Vlcar or the Rev Blake in the Chalr. Ad hoc meetlngs may be called by the Vicar when necessary. Vestry meetings In 2022 were held in per50n. The prlmary responsiblllty of the Select Vestry is to ensure that the ministry and witness of the Parlsh is maintalned, developed 2nd safeguarded both le8ally and financially. It has speclfic responsibillty for the administration of the Parlsh finances and the care of the bulldings both internally and externally I"Finance, Fabrlc and Furnishings"). It is also the Icgal employer for all lay staff and ha5 responsibility for Health and Sdfety, insurance and the care of the Parish's assets. The Select Vestry may delegate responsibillty for aspects of its work to persons or to sub-committees, who report back to the Select Vestry. The Finances are managed by the HDnor3ry Treasurer, Mr Brian Neill, who report5 back to the other Trustees at Vestry meeting5 monthly or in-between if necessary. The Trustees are updated with the financial situation at each meeting. The securlty and safeguarding of all monies are important to the Trustee5 and all money is counted under dLtal control. The Church of Ireland orgènises 5-yearly inspections of its buildlngs which are carried out by a qualified architect or con5ervatlon specialist wlth a qualification in historic buildings conservation, Parishes are supplied wlth a QLFinquennial Inspection Report which may contain recommendations for repairs. As a parish we are diligent in our compliance to carry out the f ecommend repairs, In recent years, following receipt of our Quinquennial Reports from the Diocesan Surveyor, Chris Mccollum. we have undertaken improvements such as the erection of external safety railings, internal balustrading in the church gallery and improvements in the vicarage.
All Salnts, Parish Church Antrlm Trustees, Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2022 Icontlnuedl In view of all the various or8anisations that utilise the Parish Centre15ee Public Benefit sectionl, and events such as funeral teas, a catering team has been formed. The team members all hold HABC Level 2 in Food Safety in Cateringi a quallfication which is updated regularly. The local Council inspects the premlses regularly and we currently have a rating of 5. Princlpal Office-bearers Vlcar.. Pastoral Administrator.. Hon Treasurer: Hon Secretary: Vicar's Church Warden: People's Church Warden: Ven, Dr S.R. McBride Rev P Blake Mr Brian Neill Mrs Irene Gates Mr David Tate Mr Lawrence Hutchins Independent Examlner lan Johnston IA.F.A.I For and on behalf of Stevenson & Wilson, Chartered Accountants 22130. 8roadway Avenue 8allymena. BT43 7AA Bankers Ulster Bank 8 Market Square Antrim. 8T414AT Flnances Income Our maln sources of Income, the Freewill Offerings and Fabric Fund donations, have been healthy in 2022. The Freewill Offering Ilncluding Gift Aid) totalled £124,107, and Fabric Fund (including Gift Aid) came to £19,540. Taken together, thls was £8,211 more than 2021, an increase of just over 6 per cent. It Is worth notin8 that while we have lost loyal parishioners through bereavement, we have attracted new members into the congregation. Loose donatlons on the collection plate at the Sunday and Wednesday services came to a total of £3,302 lincluding Gift Aldl. The Parlsh Centre is used by a number of organisations, including Starburst Theatre School, Slimming World and the Contact Centre. The financial contribution5 towards the running expenses of the Parish Centre totalled £6,825. A note of cautlon must be recorded here, as both Sllmming World groups have now stopped, whlch will mean a potentlal loss of £4,500 in 2023. A few years ago, the Parish was left a property by a parlshioner, and this is rented out,, rent for 2022 came to £7,015; expense5 (management fees, repalrs, insurance and ratesl came tL) E3,646, leavlng a balance of £3,369, The parishioners continue to donate 20p pieces in "Smartie tubes" and these proceeds are sent to CM5 to assist project5 in the Dlocese of northern Zambia: in 2022 the Smartie tubes total was £1,301. The Extra Mile" bucket continues to gather In coins, banknotes, and cheques at the back of the church. At the end of 2021 we had been collecting for a project close to home, ie the new WW2 memorial in the Massereene Chapel of our church, In 2022, we decided on a project outside the church but Still close to home by supporting the efforts of Women's Aid to provide fuel vouchers for families affected by domestic violence, suffering hardship and fuel stress in our local community. By the end of December, we had raised over £3,800. and when thls project comes to an end in February 2023, we hope to have raised close to £4,000,
All Salnts, Parlsh Church Antrim Trustees, Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 20221continued) A total of £5,375 was donated to the Church by several individuals and families, sometimes in memory of loved ones, to be used for general church purposes or specific purposes such a5 the purchase of candlesticks for the Massereene Chapel, for the tower repair work, or for projects in Zambia. £500 of this amount was received from Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council to help pay for the Evergreens, Christmas Lunch, and we acknowledge our thanks to the Council for their donation. Expenditure The bulk of our expenditure is on "normal" expected items, such as salaries and wages: utility bills for electricity, gas, oll, water, telephone,. buildings and contents insurance,, building5 malntenance. In 2022, there were a few Stems which were not run-ot~the-mill'. January redundancy package for the Parish Admlnistrator - £3,208 May payment of £354 to Nl Jobs.com to advertise. for a new Parish Administrator payment of £99 to Bridge H R Consulting for advice on lob description no appolntment was made,. two members of the Se5ect Vestry volunteered to act as Hon Secretary and Hon Treasurer) £840 paid to Diocese of Connor for second year Ordained Local Mlnistry fee5 £38Q paid to Croft Design for stoles for our soon-to-be-ordained deacon two laptops were purchased for the new off ice bearers. total £760 £1,350 pald for new kitchen range for the vicarage July August August September At the Select Vestry meetln8 on 26th March 2022, we were advlsed by Mr Chris Mccollum, Historlc Building Consultant, about the results of the drone survey carried out on the church roof, tower and spire, Work which need5 to be undertaken Sncludes replacement of rain goods Igutterln& down pipes etcl on the roof, and repalrs to the stonework on the tower, wlth the North and South Elevatlons needing major attentlon, The consultant agreed to revlew the project and advise on which tasks need to be prioritised, with the earliest work possibly Starting in spring 2023. Building costs are continually splralling, and the parish needs to be thinking about total costs of circa £IOO,000, whlch could be split into two or more separate projetts. Consideration needs to be given to organisatlons which mlght provide grant support. Two payments have been made to Chris Mccollum In 2Q22: March Drone survey of tower and spire £1,815 November Prepare drawing5 etc for grant applications £3,257. Annuol donations The healthy nature of our finances allowed us to continue our tradition of making Christmas donatlons to variety of Church organi5ations and mi55ions, such as the Chaplaincy at Queen's University, Belfast and the Chaplaincy at the Mlsslons to Seafarers. A thank you letter from the missionary organisation USPG, detalling how one young HIV positive mother in Zambia had been helped to deliver a healthy baby free from HIV, was read to the congregation on Christmas morning. The first payment of £1,800, to pay the annual tuition fees for two students studying at the Theologlcal ColleBe in Zambla, was paid via CMS Ireland in April. We are committed to two more annual payments. The second of three annual payments of £3,000 each to Muckamore Parish Development Assoclation las described in last year's report} was made in December, and we will welcome a speaker from MPDA in mid- 2023. The donations described in the last section came to a total of £7,600.
All Salnts, Parish Church Antrim Tru5tees' Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2022 Icontinuedl In summury The financlal situation at the end of 2022 is., Current account Deposit account in credit by £27,850.93 in credit by £96, 142.44 The Deposit accoijnt is desi8nated to cover urgent maintenance and repairs to Church properties as advised by the Diocesan surveyor. All other Assets and Llabilities are stated in the Annual Report and all properties are vested in the RCB and owned by the Parish. All leEitimate invoices and requests for payment in 2022 were paid in full when received. Although our income is below the required level, we have contlnued to use the accruals accounting system, Publlc Beneflt The charity Trustees have glven careful consideratlon to the Charlty Commlsslon for Northern Ireland's guldance on public beneflt to ensure that our actlvities help to achieve the charity's purposes and provlde a sultable beneflt to the beneficiaries. Our activities, and their benefits, are detailed here. The charity's main function is the advancement of religlon, the provlsion of Spiritual care for the elderly or infirm, and the development of younger people in the community. Regular worshlp and reachln8 Out into the community as well as other actlvities both social and fundralslng have been carried out through the year to fulfll our statement of Public Beneflt. Church Servlces - the year 2022 contlnued with government restrictions being adhered to untll the beginning of April when there was an easlng of Covld-19 mitigations and measures in parishes In Northern Ireland. As a parlsh, we moved forward cautiously with the lifting of some restrlctions at Sunday service5, effective from Sunday 3rd April 2022. Also, church service times reverted to 8.30 am and 11.30 am from Sunday 24th April 2022. It continued to be evident how much people appreciated, and benefltted from, belnB able to worship in person with the rea55urance the parish team remained mindful of government updates and guldance. It has been encouraging to see an increase In the size of our congregation, wlth several new famllles from dlfferent ethnlc backgrounds joining us. A common comment15 that an exploratory visit to church had met wlth such a warm and friendly welcome that the newcomers decided to make All Saints, thelr place of worship. Cholr- the mixed voice parish choir lead5 the SngIng at all services, providing special muslc on feast days and special occasions. Its member5 range in age from 11 to over 80 years and the choir practlces each Sunday rnorning from 10am tollam. In October 2022, the choir led the singing at the 'live' Radio Ulster broadcast of Morning Service. Flower Gulld - the church Flower Guild is a small group of volunteers who, on a rota basis. arrange fresh flowers for the church each week. Thls service resumed towards the end of 2022 after Covid-19 restrlction5 eased and provldes an opportunity for parishioner5 who wish to donate toward5 church flowers in memory of family members, or to celebrate a special anniversary. Wednesday morning services- a service of Holy Communion continued in 2022, preceded by time for a coffee and chat. There is a regular and faithful group of parishioners who benefit greatly, both spiritually and socially, from the shared experience of the Wednesday morning service.
All Salnts, Parish Church Antrlm Trustees, Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2022 (continuedl Sunday 18th September- the ordinatlon ofThe Rev Claire Thompson, by Bishop George Davison, as Deacon in All Saint5, Parish. Claire, who has been a member of All Saints slnce her birth, will be serving among us in a place which has helped to shape her faith and vocation. Rev Aaron McA115ter was the preacher on the day and it was through Aaron and Melanie's friendship with Claire that the final pieces of Claire's vocation were put in place. In September 20221 par15hioners donated a range of item5 supporting Kenny Campbell to join a convoy of humanltarian ald being transported to the Ukrainian border by members of the Harley Owners, Group. This was an initiatlve of local organisations and businesses, includlng All Saints, Parish, to send humanitarian aid to those fleeing the turbulent confllct in Ukraine. Sunday 13th November - the Royal British Legion, Antrim Branch held the Remembrance Service in the parish church and involved The Rev Colln McDowell, High Street Presbyterlan Church. Readings by: Commander lan Allen, Royal Navy Reserve, Alderman Paul Michael BEM, RBL, Antrim Branch Chalrman. Sermon by The Venerable Dr Stephen McBride Ichaplain to the RBL, Antrim Branch). Act of Remembrance conducted by Canon Sean Emerson, Parish of Antrlm. The Exhortation Istandards Dipl by Mr Ron Harrison, Branch President. Late evenin8 offlce and prayer meetlng- every third Sunday evening parlshloners are able to participate in this traditional Late Evening Office service includlng a time of prayer and reflection. Unlte- these monthly services provlde a relaxed atmosphere and contemporary music, hopefully appealing to the young and young-at-heart. The praise band consists of musicians and singers lof all age51 from our own congre8ation led by two members of neighbouring St Jude's parish. This Service continues as a permanent feature of the parish. All actlvlties shared wlth the other churches in the area throughout the year, such as the mld-week Lenten Deanery services, the cr05s-denominatlon31 Holy Week evening services, the 'Walk for Wltness, on Good Friday and the Easter Sunday morning servlce at the Lough Shore resumed in 2022. The re-introduction of these events helped develop a renewed sense of shared community, benefitting the local and surrounding area. Electronlc Tablet5 - This facility, for parishioners without Internct access who cannot attend church in person, has contlnued throughout the year. A team of volunteers download the Sunday service on to the tablets, dlstribute thom at the start of the week, and collect them again later in the week. This continues to be hugely appreciated, and as well as allowlr)g parishloners to "attend church" many new frlendships were formed on the doorsteps as tablets were delivered and collected. Bible Study - contlnued during the year, based on The Chosen, series, a powerful retelling of the story of Jesus and his followers, providing a platform for considerable thought and discussion for those attending. The bible studles were open to all parishioners and aimed to provide a soclal element as well as the opportunity to explore how religion can have a beneficlal impact on our daily Ilves, With the Ilfting of Covid restrictions, the clergy team was able to resume a rolllng programme of home and hospital visits, checking on the wellbeing of parishioners, encouraging a continued or renewed participatlon in parish life, and administering Holy Communion to the housebound or hospltalised. Attendance at assembly in the local primary school to share the Christlan message with pupils was resumed in May 2022,. likewise the pastoral visits by parishioners to the housebound and people in Nursing Homes. These visits bling comfort and a sense of belonging, important to people who otherwise may feel lonely and isolated, and in their absence many parishioners responded by establishing regular telephone contact with other parishioners, checking on thelr physical and emotional health, and offering practlcal help with shopping and
All Salnts, Parish Church Antrim Trustees, Annual Reportfor ihe year ended 31 December 2022 Icontinuedl other errands, one parishioner commented, 'In these troubled time5, the congregation had pulled together as one big family" Thankfully, with the lifting of Covid restrictions. pastoral visits have been re-established. The Parlsh Centre All Saints, Parish Centre is located in the centre of Antrim town, providing a venue used by both parish groups and external organlsations from the local and surrounding community. Next Steps- this group consists of young adults from 11 years up to IS years, meetSng on a Sunday evenlng, from September to June, for fun, food and fellowship. The parish finances Next Steps to enable them to take part in Diocesan events such as 'Connor Takes the Castle, and other outings. Next Steps is a group almed at helplng young people to build new friendships and explore faith in an appropriate and encouraging way. Parish Youth gruups are open and welcoming to all young people in the aroa. catering for all ages, and are wel attended: indeed, at times a waiting list for new members has to be in place. The groups are made up of young people of diverse backgrounds, and all are made welcume. Scouts- 5th Antrim Scouts meet every Tuesday evening from September to June. The Scouts cater for young adults between the a8es of IO% to 14% years and the Explorer Scouts cater for those aged between 14% and 18 years. Scouts and Explorer Scouts take part In a programrne which enables members to flnd out about the world in which they Ilve, encourages them to know their own abilities and the importance of keeping fit. The structured badge work helps develop thelr ¢reatlve talents and it also provides opportunltles to explore thelr own values and personal attltudes. scouting is about being with frSends, as part of a team, and partlcipating fully In the adventure and opportunities of Ilfe. Scoutin8 encourages members to look beyond themselves and we have been involved In activities to raise funds for local charltles such as Lough Neagh Rescue. When weather permits, activities have a focus on the outdoors in preparation for camp whlch Is held under canvas. Scouts learn how to pitch tents, camp safely, prepare a menu for their fellow scouts, Incorporating item5 such as food hyglene, safe storage of foods, vermin control, country code, fire safety and flrst ald. BeaverslCubs- there were seven Beavers Igirls and boys aged 5yrs 10 months to 7years 11 months) when the Section started back Sn March 2022 after a Covid-19 break. There were three female leaders (for two this was the f Irst time that they had become community volunteers). one male leader and two Explorer Scouts who were given the opportunity to increase thelr leadership ski115 in Young Leader role5. Badges covered Included money skills, science and gardenlng, including planting a flower bed at the rear entrance of the Parish Centre. Many games were played and fun was had, allowing the young people to reconnect wlth those of the same age and develop social skills lost during the Covid-19 pandemic. There were fourteen Cubs la mixture of girls and boys from various falth5, aged 8- 11 years) In March 2022, but this had dropped to ten by December 2022 due to those older Cubs moving up to the Scouts section. The leadership team consisted of two adult female leaders and one adult male leader. Many challenge badges were covered during the year including campin6, crafts, local knowledge, model making, emergency ald, athletics and book readin8. Seven Silver Awards were attained - the highest award able to be achieved at this level of Scouting. It was decided to hold extra outdoor Cub Sessions during the summer months. This gave the opportunlty to learn about outdoor skllls including tent erection and care, orienteering and local knowledge. These activities resulted in the Cubs feeling prlde and ownership of the natural beauty and heritage of their own community and led them to do regular litter-picks in the Castle Gardens, Lou8h Shore, and the area around the Parish Centre. Various Cubs a150 participated in District events such as a colour run, district hlke, and challenge night. io
All Saints, Parlsh Church Antrim Trustees, Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2022 (contlnued) The Cubs also helped to plant a woodland to celebrate the Group's tenth anniversary, renewed their promise in British SiEn Language, helped to raise items to be sent to Ukraine, and particlpated in a Christmas family celebration. All leaders in the section renewed their first aid training. The outcome of all these activlties was that t'he Cubs learned valuable life Skills, gaining confldence by being encouraged to challenge themselves in a safe environment. Brownies- 2022 was a successful year for this organisation, with numbers nearly doubling. Brownies cater for girls aged between 7 and 10 years, when the girls can then move Dn to Guides. They met regularly in the Parish Centre where they were offered a wide range of activities to help the girls learn new skills, encourage them to try new activities and to work in groups. Some of these included art, dance, action activlties and sport. Over the past year Brownies celebrated the Queen's jubilee, taking the opportunlty of meeting up with other Brownies and Guides to celebrate. The gir15 also sent cards they made to the Quecn and received a letter back a lovely memento for each girl. On the sad passlng of the Queen, we discussed the Queen's service to the country and her Involvement in guidlng. Durlng the year brownies took part in the adventure skill builder 2 and several glr15 earned theme badBes and some are working towards the theme award associated with first aid response. In 2022 the girls made and sold keyrings as a fundraising project,, the money raised was equally divlded between a donation to Brain Tumour Research and to help Brownie fund5. Ralnbows- started up agaln in October after the Covld restrlctions were eased. They met on Monday evenings in the Parlsh Centre, catering for girls aged between 4 and 7 years, enjoying different crafts and games each week. The girls started their storytelling, aglllty, and healthy mind badges. These tasks alternate weekly and help the glrls to develop useful life skills In a fun way. The Funday Club - for chlldren of Primary School age, resumed In September 2022 In the Parlsh Centre, at 12.00 pm until approximately 12,45 pm, except for the third Sunday of the month due to the Famlly service whlch the chlldren are encouraged to attend wlth their families. We regularly have between 10-20 children aged 4 to 13 years who come along to learn about God and have some fun, including a range of activities such as., Song and dance to children's worship songs. Fun games such as individual and team games which Ilnk to our bible story. Listen to bible storie5 and watch short videos of the stories Create some crafts whlch relate to the bible story. Group discussions Take part in quizzes which are related to the bible stories. Learn about other countrles and world issues such as famine Every year, the Funday club children can take part in the Christmas Natlvity play which Is performed during the Christmas morning service, Last year they also received invitations to the youth organisations movie and games nl8ht' where they watched 'Eif, played Eames, and enjoyed snacks. Each year the children are invited to attend the Holiday Bible club for a week in the month of August where they enjoy fun, games, craft, songs and learn about Jesus. Each year follows a different theme. In 2022 the theme was 'Jungle Jamboree, and several Funday club children attended. This club Is also open to all young children of primary School a8e from the local communltv. The Funday Club is of great benefit to children as they enjoy fellowship together, learn how God can have an impact on their life and feel free to discuss issues and ask questions. They also are learning skllls of turn taking, talking and listening and working with others. Parents of the children have the opportunity to focus on the church service knowing that their children are being looked after and also learning about the Christian life. It is also betjeficial for the leaders as they enjoy the interaction with the children and feel that they are having a Positive Impact on the life of the church. li
All Salnts, Parish Church Antrlm Trustees, Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2022 (continued) The organisations mentioned above are open not only to young people of our parish, but to children of all denorninations lor none}, with each organisation meeting from September to June on their allocated evening. We hope that by enjoying event5 in the Parish Centre, the young people can be attracted to our church worship as well. The Inbetweener5 - an occasional social group for adults aged 20-50* to enjoy a good night out together in a relaxod setting. Activlties have included meals out, Go Karting and quiz nights. The Inbetweeners provides an opportunity for adults to develop deeper. supportive friendships with likeminded people, The Evergreens- a group for the over 50s, meets monthly, with a guest speaker covering a wide range of topics, followed by lunch. There is also an outing in the summer and a party at Christmas time, Townspeople who are not parishioners regularly attend the Evergreens. With the lifting of Covld-19 restrictions in 2022 there wa5 a welcome return of these Evergreen events, held In a Christian atmosphere, helping foster meaningful friend5hip5 and a sense of shared cornmLJnitv. Tot5 'n' U5 - each week during school term time, volunteers in our Parish run Tots 'n' Us for parentslcarers and their youngsters. The volunteers are a very welcoming group who reach out to our local community, and as a result we have parents and carers from different faiths and cultures. All are treated equally, and respect Is shown to all bellefs and lifestyle choices. Approximately 25-35 adults attend regularly with their children. A different craft actlvity is offered each week, and there are ample toys to amuse and educate the children, The children develop soclal skllls which will help them transition to Nursery school, and at the same tlme the adults have tlme to relax and build friendships. Mothers, Unlon - the branch meetings of All Saints, Mother Unlon are held every second Thursday of the month- excludlng the summer months. Members range in age from 40 years to approximately 98 years. Durlng 2022, the speakers covered a wide range of interestlng toplcs from Woman's Aid,. local Council on recycllng waste; the Ilfe of Amy Carmichael; Church Ministry; Fun Night with the 'Panel'. A day outlng was held In May to a Flower Festival at Castlerock, shopping in Coleralne and a carvery meal at Tullyglass Hotel. Frlends from outside the parlsh joined us and also enjoyed the day trip. An afternoon trlp in December to a Christmas Tree Festival and tea at Ballycastle was also appreciated. Other Mothers, Union events during the year included a Tea Party with Muckamore branch, Area Service in St Patrick's, Ballymena; Festival Servlce at St Anne's Cathedral, Belfast and the Annudl Gathering at the Waterfront Hall, Belfast which was an opportunlty to meet members from acr055 Britaln and Ireland and to hear the tremendous work by MU members worldwide. All Saints, Mothers, Union members enjoy attendlng the meetlngs, the cup of tea and the chat with friends. They are also always ready to volunteer thelr asslstance at the many events in the parish. Bowllng Club- meets on a Wednesday nlght in the Parish Centre. The club is open to anyone who would enjoy a good night's fun and fellow5hlpi whether they have played bow15 before or not, Due to the Covid pandemlc the club paused its participation In the churches league matches to concentrate on fun bowls each week. In assoclation with the Oasi5 Group, the parish has been joining with churches in Antrim to support the Food Bank project which has provided much needed practical care for families in the Antrim are who are enduring difficult times. Salnts Alive- a quarterly magazine is produced and distributed to parishloners, informing them of all activities in the Parish. From December 2022, a weekly News Sheet ha5 been produced for circulation at Mornlng Service to keep parishioners up to date with current and future events happening in the parish. The News Sheet also includes weekly bible readin85. 12
All Salnts, Parish Church Antrim Trustee Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2022 Icontinuedl Herita All Saints, Parish Church in Antrim was built in 1596 and has been described by Dr Paul Larmour, one of Ireland's leading architectural historians, as the finest example of an Elizabethan Gothlc church in Ireland. The church building continues to be the central focu5 for any major acts of civic worship, the most recent being Service of commemoratlon following the death of Queen Ellzabeth I l in September 2022, at which the mayor and representatives of the Council attended. AlthouEh the physical bullding is over 425 years old and has been the focal point in the lives of $0 many people, we are grateful that it contlnues to be a place where the living stones, the disciples of Jesus, still come to worship and receive thelr spiritual guidance and direction. We take seriously ovr duty with regards the safe keeplng of parish records and items of historical interest. and these can be vlewed on request by Interested parties. In concluslon, All Saints, 15 a thriving and vibrant church, wlth an industrious clergy team and church services well attended. The parish is In a sound flnancial position, and this report alms to cover examples of the activities of life and worship that goes on in the church enabled by a wide range of volunteers. Our link5 wlth local churches help to ensure the Christian religion continues to thrive throughout the Antrim area. Antrlm was once statlstlcally Northern Ireland's, most sectarian town. Thankf ully, through the lead of several local churches including All Salnts, initiatives such as the Borough's Community Safety Partnership and the Civic Forum (which dealt with flags and emblems issues), the town is a more settled area and incidents of a sectarian nature have diminished. The clergy and parishioners wlthln the town continue to meet regularly and the Good Friday Walk of witness's impact has not dwindled after a period of almost twenty years and two years of Covld. This year, even with Covld restrictlons not allowing us to visit the Inside of our churches along the walk, we had upwards of 300 people 8ather in the Castle Gardens at the end of our walk. We appreciate the tremendous efforts of our clerBY and acknowledge how they strive to keep pushSng forward and developln8 ways to attract more people of all ages Into followin8 the way of Christ. statement as to dlsclosure to our examlner5 In so far as the trustees are aware at the timing of approving our trustees, annual report: therels no relevant information of which the Independent Examiner is unaware- and the tTU5tees have taken all steps that they ought to have taken to make themselves aware of any relevant information and to establish that the charity's independent examiner is aware of that information. Independent Examlners The examiner, lan Johnston {A.F.A.I, for and on behalf of Stevenson and Wilson Chartered Accountants, ha5 indicated his willingness to continue in office, and a resolution concerning the reappolntment was agreed by the th Vestry on 17 April 2023. ehalf of the Trustees Ven.Dr S.R. McBride Date: 171h April 2023 Mr Brian Neill (Hon Treasurer) 13
All Salnts, Parish Church Antrim Independent Examiners Report to the charlty trustees of All Saints, Parlsh Church Antrlm I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2022, which are set out on pages 15 to 25. Respective responsibilitles of Charity trustees and examlner As the charity's trustees you are responslble for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the Charities Act (Northern Ireland) 2008. It is my responslbility to,. •examlne the accounts under section 65 of the Charities Act •follow the procedures laid down In the general Dlrections given by the Commission under section 6519llbl of the Charitles Act •5tate whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basls of Indepertdent examiner's report I have examined your charity accounts as required under section 65 of the Charltles Act and my examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland under sectlon 6519llbl of the Charities Act, My examinatlon included a review of the accountlng record5 kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also Included consideration of any unusual items or disclosures In the accounts, and seeking explanatlons from you as charity trustees concerning any such matters, My role Is to state whether any material matters have come to my attention giving me cause to believe: l. That accountlng records were not kept in accordance with section 63 of the Charltles Act 2. That the accounts do not accord with those accountlng records 3. That the accounts do not comply wlth the accounting requirements of the Charities Act 4. That there Is further informatlon needed for a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Independent examlner's statement I have completed my examination and have no concerns in respect of the matters {11 to141 Ilsted above and, in connection with following the Directions of the Charity Commisslon for Northern Ireland, I have found no matters that require drawing to your attention. lan Johnston IA.F.A.) For and on behalf of Stevenson and Wllson Chartered Accountants 22- 30 Broadway Avenue Ballymena BT43 7AA ¢h Date: 17 April 2023 14
All Saints, Parlsh Church Antrlm Statement of Flnanclal Activities for the Year Ended 31 December 2022 Unrestrlcted Funds 2022 Restrlcted Funds 2022 Endowment Funds 2022 Total 2022 Total 2021 Note Income Donations & legacies Other trading activltles Investments Charitable activities Other income 138,063 14,240 1,647 1,220 27,971 166,034 14,240 4,180 1,524 156,707 11,715 4,136 873 9,699 2,533 304 Total Income 155,170 28,275 2,533 185.978 183,130 Ex enditure on: Generatlng funds Charltable activitles Other c05t5 463 150,861 780 463 171,629 3,303 435 169,739 18,990 19,182 2,523 1,586 Tota EK endlture 152,104 21,705 1,586 175,395 189,164 Net Incomel (Expendlture) before transfers 3,066 6,570 947 10,583 16,0341 Transfers between funds 926 21 19471 Net Incomel (Expenditure) before other recognlsed galns and losses 3,992 6,591 10,583 16,0341 Gain/{lossl on investment assets 12,2581 {12,249> 114,5071 13,355 Net movement In funds 1,734 6,591 112,2491 13,924} 7,321 Reconclllatlon of funds: Total fund5 brou8ht forwayd 132,685 896,708 122.675 1,152,068 1,144,747 Total funds carrled forward 134,419 903,299 110,426 1,148,144 1,152,068 Broken down as: General account fund Affiliation accounts funds 134,419 901,514 1,785 110,426 1,146,359 1,149,771 1,785 2,297 Total funds 134,419 903,299 110,426 1,148,144 1,152,068 15
All Salnts. Parlsh Church Antrlm Statement of Flnancial Posltion l (Balance Sheet) as at 31 December 2022 Note 2022 2021 Flxed A55ets Tangible Fixed Assets Investment Properties Investments Total f ixed assets io li 12 780,000 iio,000 126,612 1,016,612 780,000 iio,000 141,119 1,031,119 Current Assets Debtors Cash and cash equivalents Total current assets 13 12,201 125,778 137,979 12,205 119,263 131,468 Creditors- amounts fallingdue wlthln one year 14 6,447 10,519 Net Current A55ets 131,532 120,949 Total Net Assets 1,148,144 1,152,068 The funds of the parlsh Unrestrlcted funds General funds Designated funds Total unrestrlcted funds 15 15 130,482 3,937 134,419 130,613 2,072 132,685 Restricted Funds Endowment Funds Is 15 903,299 110,426 896,708 122,675 Total charlty funds 1,148,144 1,152,068 The notes on pa8es 17 to 25 are an integral part of these financial statements. The financlal Statements on pages 15 to 25 were approved by the Board of Trustees on 17 April 2023 and signed on Its behalf by.. Ven.Dr S.R. McBride Mr Brian Neill (Hon Treasurer) Date: 17, Aprll 2023 16
All Salnts, Parish Church Antrlm Notes to the Ilnancial statement5for the year ended 31 December 2022 AccountlnB policles The principal accoijnting policies adopted. judgement5 and key sources of estimation uncertainty in the preparation of the financial statements are a5 follows: al Basls of preparatlon The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparingtheir accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 {Charities SORP IFRS 1021), the Financial Reporting Standard appllcable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021. The Parish meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. Assets and Ilabilities are inltially reco8nised at historical cost and transattlon value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy notelsl, b) Preparatlon of accounts on a golng concern basls The Parlsh generally meet5 Its day to day working capital requlrements from its annual income. The Trustees have obtained and reviewed cash flow forecasts for the coming year and based on these are satisfied that the Parish has resources to provide a reasonable expectation that it can contlnue to meet Its flnanclal obligations as they fall due for the foreseeable future. Therefore, these flnancial statements have been prepdred on a golng concern basis cl Income Plate Collections, Weekly Envelopes, Fabric Fund income, Glft Ald and caterSng Income are accounted for on a cash receipts basis as the amount 15 collected. Any gift ald not recelved at the year end is included as a dobtor. Income arising from the rental of Parish Centre facllities to third parties is recognlsed when the parish has entltlement to the funds, any performance condition5 attached to the income have been met, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably. Income from government and other grants, whether 'capital' grant5 or'revenue, grant5, is recognised when the charity has entitlement to the funds, any performance conditions attached to the grants have been met, it 55 probable that the income will be recelved and the amount can be measured reliably and is not deferred. LeEacies are included within Income under either unrestricted or restricted funds accordlng to the terms under which the donation is made and when the amount can be quantified with reasonable certainty. Donations and gifts in klnd are brought into the accounts at thelr fair value to the Parish. d) Expendlture Expendlture is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to make a payment to a third party, it is probable that settlement will be required and the amount of the obli8atlon can be measured reliablv. Irrecoverable VAT is charged as a cost against the activity for which the expenditure was incurred. 17
All Salnts, Parlsh Church Antrlm Note5 to the flnanclal statements for the year ended 31 December 2022 l. Accountlng policies (continued) el Tangible assets The a55ets of the Parish comprise:_ Church Hall Vitarage Other propertv The Church BulldinES at Church Street, Antrirn are deemed to be Herltage assets as defined by the Charities SORP IFRS1021, These Heritage assets aro not included on the balarbLe slieet as information on the cost or valuation is not available and such information cannot be obtained at a cost commensurate w5th the benefit to the users of the accounts and to the parlsh. The Church Hall is recognised at cost I deemed cost, being the estimated fair value of the property at 31 December 2022. No depreciation has been provided on the Church Hall as the current estimated residual value is not less than its carrying value and the remaining useful life currently exceeds 50 years. The Vicarage is recognised at cost / deemed cost, being the estimated falr value of the property at 31 December 2022. No depreciation has been provided on the Vicarage as the current estimated resldual value is not less than its carrylng value and the remaining useful life currently exceeds SO years, The other property, namely the house at Inlshmoyne, Is also recogni5ed at cost / deemed cost, being the estimated fair value of the property at 31 December 2022. No depreciation ha5 been provided on the house as the current estimated resldual value is not less than Its carrying value and the remalnlng useful life currently exceeds 50 years. fl Investments FIKed asset investments comprislng investment propertles, Investments In equlties and investment in RCB/CIT Unit Trusts are initially recorded at cost and are then Subsequently stated at falr value at each balance sheet date. Investments in unquoted Investment5 are recorded at cost and are assessed annually for impalrment. Unrealised gains and losses represent the difference between the fair value at the beginning and end of the flnancial year or, if purchased in the year, the difference between cost and falr value at the end of the year. Realised gain5 and10sses represent the difference between the proceeds on disposal and the fair value at the Start of the year or cost if purchased in the year. Both realised and unrealised gains and losses in investments are reported within 'Net Gains / ILossesl on Investments. within the Statement of Financial Activitie5. g) Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within creditors amounts falling due within l year. 18
All Salnts. Parish Church Antrlm Notesto the flnancial statements forthe year ended 31 December 2022 Icontlnued) I, Accounting policles Itontinued) h) Flnanclal Instruments The Parish only has financial assets and financial liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instruments. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at transaction price and subsequently measured at their settlement value, l) Funds Funds are classified as either restricted funds or unrestricted funds, defined as follows. Restricted funds are funds subject to specific requlrements as to theSr use whlch may be declared by the donor or with their authorlty or created through legal processes, but Still within the wider oblects of the Parish. Endowment funds are funds which have been Eiven on the condltlon that the original capltal sum is not redtsced. but the income there from is used for the purpose defined in accordance with the objects of the Parish, Unrestricted fund5 are expendable at the discretion of the trustees In furtherance of the objects of the charity. If parts of the unrestricted funds are earmarked at the dlscretion of the trustees for a partlcular purpose, they are desi8nated a5 a separate fund. This deslgnatlon has an administrative purpose only and does not legally restrict the trustees, discretion to apply the fund. Z. Crltlcal accountln8Jud8ements and estimatlon uncertalnty Estimates and judgments made in the process of preparing the flnanclal statements are contlnually evaluated and are based on hlstorical experience and other factors, including expectations of future events that are believed to be reasoncible under the circumstances. The Trustees do not conslder that there are any critlcal judgments made in applying the Parish's accounting policies or that there are any critical accounting estimates or assumptlons which may have a significant rlsk of causin8 a material adjustment to carryin8 amounts of assets and liabillties withln the next financlal year. 3. Donatlons and le8acles ljnrestrlcted Restricted Funds Funds 2022 2022 Endowment Funds Z022 Total 2022 Total 2021 Weekly envelopes / FWO Tax recovered on Donations Collectionsldonations Mission and Charlty giving Grants Other income - affiliations 103.S12 20,595 7,768 16,181 3,359 5,275 1,967 119,693 23,954 13,043 1,967 6,188 1,189 166,034 112,253 23,182 17,614 617 2,921 120 6,188 1,189 27,971 138,063 156,707 19
All Salnts, Parish Church Antrlm Notes tothe flnanclal statements for the year ended 31 December 2022 (continued) 4. Other trading actlvltles Unrestricted Restricted Funds Funds 2022 2022 Endowment Funds 2022 Total 2022 Total 2021 Rental Income Use of Church hall Other 7,015 6,825 400 7,015 6,825 400 6,840 4,725 150 14,240 14,240 11,715 5. Investments Unrestrlcted Funds 2022 Restrlcted Endowment Funds Funds 2022 2022 Total 2022 Total 2021 Interest on investments Dlvidends from investments 209 1,438 65 2,468 274 3,906 123 4,013 1,647 2,533 4,180 4,136 6. Charitable actlvltles Unrestricted Restrlcted Funds Funds 2022 2022 Endowment Funds 2022 Total 2022 Total 2021 Weddlngs, baptlsms and funerals Catering Income Publlcations 1,220 1,220 310 245 318 304 304 1,220 304 1,524 873 20
All Salnts, Parish Church Antrim Notes to the flnanclal statements for the year ended 31 December 20221continued) 7. Analysis of EKpendlture Unrestrl¢ted Restricted Funds Funds 2022 2022 Endowment Funds 2022 Total 2022 Total 2021 Generating funds Fundralsing costs 463 463 435 Charltable actlvlties WaEes and salaries Diocesan costslassessment Property running costs Charitable donation5 Admlnistration costs Property repair5 and maintenance Congregation running costs Event expenses and catering Publications Other expenses - aff Sliatlons 90,216 19,870 18,404 7,800 8,057 90,216 19,870 18,404 10,951 8,057 11,585 8,043 2,486 316 1,701 102,738 20,485 15,055 5,967 11,123 5,995 5,349 2,150 528 349 3,051 loo 11,585 1,541 1,000 304 1,701 6,502 1,486 12 150,861 19,182 1,586 171,629 169,739 Other costs Property improvements and equipment 780 2,523 3,303 18,990 Governance costs are Included wSthln Administratlon costs above. 8. Taxatlon All Saints, Parish Church Antrim is recognised as a charity for the purposes of applicable taxatlon legislation and is therefore not subject to taxatlon on its charitable activities. 21
All Saints, Parish Church Antrlm Note5 to the flnancial statements for the year ended 31 December 20221contlnuedl 9. Analysls of staff costs, trustee remuneratlon and expenses, and thÈ cost of key management personnel 2022 2021 Salaries and wage5 National Insurance costs Employer pension costs 87,187 167 2,862 99,941 114 2,683 Total 90,216 102,738 The average number of employees during the year, calculated on the basis of a head count, was a5 follows: 2022 Number 2021 Number Ministerial support Administration Other staff Premises maintenance There are no employees in receipt of employee beneflts in excess of £60,000. Key Management and Trustee5 Key mdnagement are deemed to comprise the Trustees. The parish pald expenses of £5,80212021: £3.6821 relatinE to the running Costs of the Vicarage which Is occupied by the Vicar. The following Trustees received remuneration and/or reimbursement of the following amounts during the year., 2022 2021 The Ven Or SR Mc8ride Cecil Barton Clalre Thompson David Tate Cynthia Cherry Irene Gates Brian Neill Paul Smyth Audrey Mcclements 43,177 201 380 90 817 179 41,313 27 260 loo 290 12,922 No trustee or a person related to a trustee had any personal Interest in any contract or transaction entered into by the charlty during the year. 22
All Saints, Parish Church Antrlm Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2022 Icontinuedl 10. Tanglble flxed assets Bulldlngs Total Cost At beginning of the year Additions At end of the year 780,000 780,000 780,000 780,000 Depre¢latlon At be8inning of the year Depreciation Disposals At end of the year Net book value at beginnlng of the year Net book value at end of the year 780,000 780,000 780,000 780,000 11. Investment properties Balance at beginnlng of the year Additions during the year Dlsposals durlng the year Falr Value Gains / ILosses} Balance at end of the year iio,000 iio,000 12. Investments Llsted Investments other Investments Total Balance at beglnning of the year Prof it/llossl on investment5 141,119 114,5071 141,119 114,507) Balance at end of the year 126,612 126,612 Analysls of Investments Other unlisted investments 126,612 126,612 126,612 126.612 23
All Salnts, Parish Church Antrlm Notes to the flnanclal statements for the year ended 31 December 2022 (continuedl 13. Debtors 2022 2021 Sundry debtors and prepayments 12,201 12,205 12,201 12,205 14.Credltor5 Amounts Due withln l Year 2022 2021 Accruals and other creditors 6,447 10,519 6,447 10,519 15.Analysls of Net Assets Among Funds General Deslgnated Restrlcted Endowment Total Fixed Assets Investment Propertv Investments Current Assets Current Liabllitles Net assets at 31 Dec 2022 780,000 iio,000 780,000 iio,000 126,612 137,979 16,4471 1,148,144 16,186 119,540 {5,244 130,482 110,426 3,937 14,502 (1,203} 903,299 3,937 110,426 24
All Saints, Parlsh Church Antrlm Notes to the flnanclal statements for the year ended 31 December 2022 IcontlThued} 16. Funds of the Parlsh Loss on investment assets Atljan 2022 Transfers At31 Dec 2022 Income Expenditure Endowment funds William & Irene Whiteside Trust Masserene & Ferrard Trust 20,931 65 iiooi 35 14,9131 16,018 101,744 122,675 2.468 2,533 11.4861 11,5861 19821 19471 17,3361 112,249) 94,408 110,426 Restrlcted funds General Fund 894,411 2,297 896,708 27,086 1,189 28,275 120,Q041 11,7011 121,7051 21 901,514 1,785 903,299 Affiliation Funds 21 Unre5trlcted funds General Fund Desl8nated Fund 130.613 2,072 132,685 151,305 3,865 155,170 1150,1041 12,0001 1152,1041 926 12,2581 130,482 3,937 134,419 926 12,2581 Total funds 1,152,068 185,978 1175,3951 114,5071 1,148,144 Pur 05e5 of Endowment Fun Income from the William & Irene Whlteslde Trust is to be used to provide Sunday school teaching materials. Income from the Masserene & Ferrard Trust is to be used to provide teachlng materials and resources for the children of the parish. Purposes of Restrlcted Ftsnds Fabric Fund.. This is a fund to assist with the cost of building repalrs, Improvements and renovatlons. Affiliation Funds: These are funds for the affiliations, running expenses and Income. Mission and Charities Fund: This is a fund to be used towards mlsslon and charity Church properties.. These are properties for the use of the Parish wlth sale proceeds used strictly for other propertie5 as specified by the RCB. Anonymous donations: a donation which is to be used to be used for youth work. Donations in memory of Sadie Jenkins., to be used to purchase an item in memory of Sadie Jenkins 25