All 5alnts' Parlsh Church Antrim
Annual report and flnanclal statements
For the year ended 31 DecembÈr 2023
Charlties Number: NIC101049

All Saints, Parish Church Antrlm
Annual report and finan¢lal statements for the year ended 31 December 2023
Contents
Pages
References and administratlve details
Trustees, Annual Report
4-15
Independent examiner's report to the Trustees
16
Statement of financlal activities
17
Statement of financlal positlon/Balance sheet
18
Notes to the financial statements
19-27

All Saints, Parish Church Antrim
References and admlnlstratlve details
Charity Name:
All Saint5, Parish Church Antrim
Charity Registration Number:
NIC101049
Contact Address..
All Saints, Parish Centre
Railway Street
Antrim
BT414AE
Trustees
rustees from 01-01-2023 - 31-12-2023
The Ven.Dr S.R. McBride, Sylvia Barton, Cecll Barton. Rev Peter Blake, Brian Nelll, Rev Clalre Thomp50n,
Jacqueline Adam5, William Hurst, Stephen Kelly, John Mcmaster, Paul Smyth, David Tate, Cynthia Cherry, Wendy
Smyth, Colin Brooks, Sheila Thompson. Brlan Ford. Irene Gates and John Wallace.
Trustees a
rovln
thls re
ort
The Ven.Dr S.R. McBrlde, Sylvia Barton, Cecll Barton, Rev Peter Blake. Brian Neill, Rev Clalre Thompson,
Jacqueline Adams, William Hurst, Stephen KelSy,John Mcmaster. Paul Smyth, David Tate, Cynthia Cherry, Wendv
Smyth, Colin Brooks. Sheila Thompson, Brian Ford, Irene Gates and John Wallace.
Prlntipal Offlce-bearers
Vicar:
Pastoral Administrator:
Hon Treasurer,.
Hon Secretary..
Vlcar's Church Warden,.
People's Church Warden:
Ven. Dr S.R. McBride
Rev P Blake
Mr Brlan Neill
Mrs Irene Gates
Mr John Mcmaster
Mr Stephen Kelly
Independent Examlner
lan Johnston IA.F.A.}
For and on behalf of Stevenson and Wilson Chartered Accountants
22- 30 Broadway Avenue
Ballymena
8T43 7AA
Bankers
Ulster Bank
49 Wellington Street
Ballymena
BT43 6AD

All Salnts. Parish Church Antrlm
Trustees, Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2023
The trustees present the annual report and accounts for All Salnts, Parish Church Antrim for the year ended 31
December 2023.
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. Mc8ride
The Vicarage
10 Vicarage Gardens
ANTRIM, BT414JP
Matter5 of a financ5al nature can be addressed to..
Mrs. Brian Neill
clo All Saints. Parish Centre
18 Railway Street
ANTRIM, BT414AE
Pur
The princlpal function of the Parish is to support the advancement of the Christian religion by promoting
through the work of the Parish the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, socia5 and ecumenical.
All the functlons of the Parish relate to the advancement of religlon through holding regular worship and
communicating with and caring for parishioners of all ages especially 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 various buildings is
undertaken as a secondary charitable purpose. All properties and other valuable items are fully insured and
regularly revalued,
Governance S
ructure and Mana
ement
Governance
The principal document for the governance of Antrim Parish is Chapter111 of the Constitutlon of the Church of
Ireland, which governs Parishes and Parochial Organisation. Diocesan Regulations are also issued periodlcally,
and these Interpret some aspects of the Constitution where that responslbility has been deleEated by the
General Synod to Diocesan Councils and Synods.
The other major factor in parish governance is ctvil law, particularly Health and Safety, Child Protection
legislatlon, Safeguarding Trust regulations, 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 and we are fully compliant with the Church of Ireland Safeguarding Trust,
A Health and Safety team ensures that the user5 of the Parish Centre comply with the Conditions of Use and
are fully 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.

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Trustees, Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2023 (continued)
Structure
All members of the Church of Ireland who are over the age of 18, and are either resident within the parish or
live elsewhere but have been accustomed members of the congregation for at least three months, may
register a5 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 election to the Selett Vestry.
Meeting5 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 limit to the number of terms
that they may serve. The members of the Select Vestry make up the Charlty Trustees.
Trustees:
Chair.. The Ven. Dr. S. R, McBrlde
Jacqueline Adams
Cecil Barton
Sylvia Barton
Rev Peter Blake
Colin Brooks
Cynthia Cherry
Brian Ford
Irene Gates
Wlllaim Hurst
Stephen Kelty
John Mcmaster
Brian Neill
Paul Smyth
Wendy Smyth
David Tate
Rev Claire Thompson
Sheila Thompson
John Wallace
Mana
emen
The Select Vestry meets regularly at tlmes fixed by the members. with the Vlcar or the Rev Blake in the Chalr.
Ad hoc meetin85 may be called by the Vicar when necessary. Vestry meetings in 2023 were held in person.
The prlmary re5ponslbility of the Select Vestry is to ensure that the minlstry and witness of the Parish is
maintained, developed and safeguarded both legally and financially. It has speclfic responsibiSity for the
administration of the Parish finances and the care of the buildin8s both internally and externalSy I"Finance,
Fabrlc and Furnishings-l. It is also the legal employer for all lay staff and has responsibility for Health and
Safety, insurance and the care of the Parish's a55ets.
The Select Vestry may delegate responsibilityfor aspects of its work to persons or to sub-committees, who
report back to the Select Vestry. The Finances are managed by the Honorary Treasurer. Mr Brian Neill, who
reports back to the other Trustees at Vestry meetings monthly or in-between if necessary. The Trustees are
updated with the financial sltuation at each meeting.
The security and safeguardlng of all monies are important to the Trustees and all money is counted under dual
control.
The Church of Ireland or8anlses 5-yearly inspection5 of its buildings which are carried out by a qualif led
architect or conservation specialist with a qualification in historic buildings conservation. Parishes are supplied
with a Quinquennial Inspection Report which may contain recommendations for repairs. As a parish we are
diligent in our compliance to carry out the recommend 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 railing5, internal balustrading in the church gallery and improvements in the
vicarage.

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Trustees, Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2023 (contlnued)
In view of all the various organisations that utilise the Parish Centre (see Public Benefit sectlonl, and events
such as funeral teas, a catering team has been formed. The team members all hold HABC Level 2 in Food
Safety in Catering, a qualification which is updated regularly. The local Council inspects the premises regularly
and we currently have a rating of S.
Princlpal Offlce-bearers
Vicar:
Pastoral Administrator,.
Hon Treasurer..
Hon Secretary:
Vlcarfs Church Warden:
People's Church WaTden:
Ven. Dr S.R. McBride
Rev P Blake
Mr Brian Neill
Mrs Irene Gates
Mr John Mcmaster
Mr Stephen Kelly
Independent Examlner
lan Johnston IA.F,A.j
For and on behalf of Stevenson & Wilson, Chartered Accountants
22130. 8roadway Avenue
Ballymena. BT43 7AA
Bankers
Ulster Bank
49 Wellin8ton Street
Ballymena
8T43 6AD
Finances
Income
Our income from parishioners and visitors showed an encouraging Increase on the 2022 figures. The Freewill
Offering lincludlng Gift Aid) totalled £137,05012022: £124,107). and Fabric Fund Ilncluding Gift Aid) came to
£23,12112022: £19,540). Loose donations on the collectlon plate at the Sunday and Wednesday services came
to a total of £2,64712022: £3,302). Taken together, these figures represent an Increase of 10.8% over the
previous year. A major contributing factor was a donatlon from one household of £4,OCN) to the Fabric Fund, a
response to the upcoming repairs to the Church tower and roof.
The Parlsh Centre is used by a number of organisations, including Starburst Theatre School and the Contact
Centre. The financlal contributlons towards the running expenses of the Parlsh Centre totalled £7,390 {2022:
£6.8251. Thls figure is highly encouraging, as we had feared a big decrease due to the loss of the Slimming
World groups- however other organisations such a5 Muckamore Wl have started to make use of our facilitie5.
Our property in Innishmoyne realised a rental of£7,550. During the year considerable sums were outlaid on
repalrs and maintenance, such as replacing the rear porch windows and sills. These expenses totalled £4,120,
and wlth the usual expenses of management fees, rates and insurance totalling £1,987, our surplus for the
vear was El,44312022,' £3.369).
The parishioners contlnue to donate 20p coins in "Smartie tubes" and the proceed5 contribute to our annual
donation to CMSI, which helps fund student5 tralnlng to be church ministers at the Kitwe Theological
Seminary. In 2023 the Smartle tubes total was £1.124 (2022.. £1,301>.
The"Extra Mile. bucket continues to gather in coins. banknotes and even cheques atthe back ofthe church. At
the start of 2023 we were still collecting for Women's Aid: in February and early March we collected for the
Bishops, Appe31 for victims of the earthquake in Turkey and Syria; and from mid-march onwards we collected

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for the organisation ShelterBox (this project continued into 20241. As a result of this ongoing work, in 2023 we
collected £4,610, but with contributions made in 2022 we were able to hand over £2,200 to Women'5 Aid,
£1,870 to the Bishops, appeal, and an interim payment of £1,600 to ShelterBox.
A total of £1.335 was donated by several individuals and families to general church funds, usually in memory of
loved ones. Interest on endowments brought in £6,384. A grant of £500, received from Antrim and
Newtownabbey Borough Council, was used to help pay for the Evergreens, Chrlstmas Lunch, and we
acknowledge out thanks to the Council for this contrlbution.
Special collections were lifted at four church services, with the proceeds being passed on as appropriate.,
March: £230 raised at the midweek Lenten service for the Rural Deanery project.
September.. £450 raised at Claire's ordination for the Bishop's Ministry Fund.
October: £500 raised at our Family Service for NE Hospice.
November,. £418 raised at the Town Carol Service for the Mayorfs Charltles.
Expendlture
The bulk of our expenditure is on "normal" expected item5, such as salaries and wages; utllity bills for electricity,
gas, oil, water, telephone,. buildin8s and contents insurance,. buildings maintenance,
In 2023, there were a few Items whlch were not run-ot-the-mill:
£ 549 for a new computer for the Vlcarage.
£2,028 to A Mccartney for Organ magnets.
£ 769 to Hayes & Finch for Rev. Claire Thompson's Communion Set.
£3,942 wa5 paid to Chris Mccollum for plans, specificatlons and schedules for our grant application. Plannlng
for the repairs needed to the Church tower and roof continued durlng 2023. Seminars organised by NCT and
Heritage Lottery were attended. and while encouraglng progress was made with NCT, changes to the Heritage
Lottery application system meant that we were advised to delay our application untll 2024,
Annual donatlons
The healthy nature of our finances allowed us to continue our traditlon of making Chrlstmas donations to
variety of Church organisations and missions, such as the Chaplaincy at Queen's Universlty 8elfast, the
Chaplaincy at the Misslons to Seamen and the Church of Ireland Youth Department. Eleven donations ranglng
from £250 to £400, and totallinB £3,000, were made.
The second annual payment of £1,800, to pay fortuition fees for two students studylng at the Theologlcal College
in Zambia, was paid via CMS Ireland in April. We are committed to one more annual payment.
The third of three annual payments of£3,(KIO each to Muckamore Parlsh DevelopmentAssociation la5 described
in the 2021 report) was made in December, and we welcomed a speaker from MPDA at the November Select
Vestry meeting.
In summory
The financial situation at the end of 2023 is-
Current account
Deposlt account
in credit by £41.504.88
in credit by £97,304.48
The Dep051t account is designated to cover urgent maintenance and repairs to Church properties as advised by
the Diocesan surveyor.

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Trustees. Annual Report for the year ended 31 December ZOZ3 (continued)
All other Assets and Liabilities are stated in the Annual Report and all properties are vested in the RCB and
owned by the Parish.
All legltlmate involces and requests for payment in 2023 were paid In full when received.
Although our income is below the required level, we have continued to use the accruals accounting system.
Publlc Beneflt
The charity Trustees have given careful consideration to the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland's
guidance on public benefit to ensure that our actlvities help to achieve the charity's purposes and provide
suitable beneflt to the beneficiaries. Our activities. and their benefits, are detailed here.
The charity's main function is the advancement of religion, the provision of spiritual care for the elderly or
infirm, and the development ofyounger people in the community. Regular worship and reaching out into the
community as well as other activitie5 both social and fundraising have been carried out through the year to
fulfil our statement of Publlc Benefit.
The Church
Church Servlces- a full programme of services has been led by the parish clergy team includlng a monthly
Family Service in the Parlsh Centre on the third Sunday of each month, offerlng a more informal form of
worship aimed at younger families In the parish. This service is preceded by refreshments, giving parlshloners
an opportunlty to chat In a relaxed atmosphere. The parish also took part in the annual 'Big Coffee Break, at
the Family Servlce in October. This was well supported by parishSoners, raising £500 for the Nl Hospice.
The parlsh continues to see an increase In the size of its congre8atlon, with several new families from different
ethnic backgrounds joining us. A common comment is that an exploratory visit to church had met wlth such a
warm and friendly welcome that the newcomers decided to make All Saints, their place of worship.
On Sunday 2nd April, All Saints, Parlsh moved to using the Common Cup at Holy Communion services, as
directed by the House of Bishops. This was a welcome return to the sharing of the Cup of the Lord and widely
accepted by parishloners.
Parlsh Choir- the mixed voice parish choir leads the singing at all services, provldlng special muslc on feast days
and special occasions. Its members range in age from 11 to over 80 years and the choir practlces each Sunday
morning from 10am tollam. The choir contlnues to be an integral part of worship at all the church services,
expertly led by choirmaster and organist Mr Alex McBride who celebrated 10 years of service In June 2023.
Wednesday mornlng servlces- a service of Holy Communion continued in 2023, preceded by tlme 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.
Late evenln8 offlce and prayer meetlng- every third Sunday evening parishioners are able to partlclpate in
this traditional Late Evenin8 Office service including a time of prayer and ref lection,
Unlte- these monthly servlces provide a relaxed atmosphere and contemporary music, hopefully appealing to
the young and young-at-heart. The praise band consists of musiclans and singers lof all ages) from our own
congregation led by two member5 of neighbouring St Jude's parish. This service continue5 a5 a permanent
feature of the parish.

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The Church Calendar
Frlday 3rd March- the World Day of Prayer was hosted by All Saints, Parish in 2023. World Day of Prayer is an
annual event that brings together people to observe a common dayof prayer and learn from women in different
countries. This year's WDP focused on Taiwan with the theme, "I have heard about your faith," based on a
passage from the Book of Ephesians in the Bible.
Lenten and Easter Servlces- mid-week Lenten service5 were hosted by the churches around the Rural Deanery
and well attended by All Saints. parishioners.
Durlng Holy Week, members of the local town churches joined together for cros5-denominational evening
service5. These were held in High Street Presbyterian. Antrim Methodist and the Christian Fellowship churches,
with a special Tenebrae servite held in All Saints on Good Friday.
A150, the Good Friday Walk of Witness, was able to take place under normal conditions and th15 very popular
event, in its 17th year. was attended by members from acr055 the entire community, helping strengthen a sense
of shared community. benefitting the local and surrounding area.
On Easter Day, a special early morning service of Holy Communion was held by the shore of Lough Neagh,
followed by breakfast in the Parlsh Centre. A Famlly Holy Communion service was celebrated In church at 11.30
am. Both these services were memorable occasions and well attended by the parishioners.
Sunday 7th May- the morning service took the form of a special service of thanksglvlng as parishioners jolned
mlllions of people around the globe to mark the historic coronation of Their Majestles Klng Charles111 and Queen
Camilla. Over 13Q parishioners attended a Coronatlon buffet lunch in the Parish Centre after the servlce.
Sunday 10th September - the Rev Claire Thompson was ordained Prlest by the Blshop of Connor, the Rt Rev
George Davison. Rev Peter Blake was the preacher and other clergy present included The Rev Canon Kevin
Graham - Director of Ordlnands, The Rev Aaron McAlister and The Vicar. This special servlce was followed by
refreshments in the Parish Centre for parishioners, friends and family of Rev Claire.
Harvest Servlce
each year after the special celebrations of Harvest ThaTbks8lvlng Sunday, gifts of fruit,
vegetables and flowers are distributed to housebound parishioners.
Saturday Ilth November - a very successful Diocesan Mothers, Unlon Council meeting was held in the parlsh
church, incorporating the Act of Remembrance and followed by a 'time of qulet reflection, conducted by All
Ireland Mothers. Union Chaplaln, Archdeacon S R McBride. The meetin8 was attended by members from acr055
the diocese.
Sunday 12th November- the Royal Brit15h Legion. Antrim Branch held the Remembrance Service in the parish
church attended by local dignitaries and councillors, led by Councillor Mark Cooper BEM, Mayor of Antrim and
Newtownabbey Council.
Sunday 19th November- the Rite of Confim)ation take5 placeforouryoung adultswhentheyare approximately
13-14 years old. A series of classes take place on the Sunday evenings preceding the service of Confirmation
and these classe5 centre on the core aspects of the Christian faith a5 received by the Church of Ireland. Every
effort is made to encourage our young adults to continue their faith development through their participation in
our Next Steps programme. The Bishop of Connor, the Rt Rev George Davison confirmed ten young people at
this spec181 service. attended by family, friends and parishioners.
Thursday 23rd November - as part of the ongoing commitment by the parish to support events in the local
community, the Antrim Town Carol service was held in the church for the first time. The serviced followed the
'switching on. of the Christmas tree lights and music was provided by the Bal￿duff Silver Band. Local dignitaries,
councillors and members of the Antrim community attended this festive se￿iCe. The retiring collectlon from
this service was donated to the Mayorfs nominated charities for his term In office.

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Monday 4th De￿rnber - All Saints, Parish parishioners, Victoria Mcclements and Connor Taggart, best known
as'Bello Duo,, gave a number of free candlelight concerts in churches across Northern Ireland during the autumn
months. One of these concerts was held in All Saints in December and enjoyed by parishioner5 and friends,
Chrlstmas 5eNices - during Advent, there is a full programme of services including a Family Service of Carols for
Christmas, Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols by candlellght, as well as the very popular Christmas Eve service
and First Holy Communion of Christmas. Every year. the Funday club children can take part in the Christmas
Nativity play which Is performed durin8 the Christmas morning seNice.
Blble Study- parishloners mettogether in February/March 2023. for a bible study 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 studies were open to all parishioners and aimed to provide a Social
element as well a5 the opportunity to explore how religion can have a beneficial impact on our daily lives.
WhatsApp - the parish also has an 'active WhatsApp group, with the clergy team, where parishioners regularly
comment on the United Christian Broadcasterfs Word for Today daily devotional material or share thelr Inslghts
on the daily bible readings set out on the weekly News Sheet.
Flower Gulld - the church Flower Gulld is a small group of volunteers who, on a rota basis, arrange fresh flowers
for the church each week. This Service provides an opportunlty for parishioners and non-parlshloners who wish
to donate towards church flowers in memory of family members, or to celebrate a special annlversary and is
much appreciated by the clergy and those at our services.
Electronlc Tablets this faclllty, for parishioners wlthout internet access who cannot attend church in person,
has contlnued throughout the year. A team of volunteers download the Sunday service on to the tablets,
distribute them at the start of the week, and collect them agaln later in the week. This continues to be hugely
appreciated and, as well as allowing parishioners to "attend church", many new frlendshlps were formed on the
doorsteps as tablets were delivered and collected.
Home v151ts pastoral visStin8 Is the backbone of parlsh life. It enables the clergy to get to know new families
in a more relaxed settlng of their own homes. It is also a way to keep up regular contacts with those who are
house bound. Times of illness or bereavement are occasions when pastoral visits are most effective. Our cler8y
team prioritise such vlsits and It is encouraging to know that many members of the parlsh provlde less structured
but equally effettive vislts to their fellow parishioners who are experiencin8 difficult times.
Extra Mile projects- during 2023 the parish supported the purchase of fuel voucher5 for Women's Aid in the
local communityi the annual Bishop's Appeal and also Shelterbox, an organisation providing emergency shelter
after a disaster for familles in need as they rebuild their lives. Cumulatively this amounted to £5,900.
Smartle Tube Appeal smartie tubes were distributed at the services over the Christmas period invltlng
parishloners to fill them with 20p pieces or £1 coins as we continue to support the students who are studying to
be future clergymen in the Church ofzambia. Thefee5 for one student are £600 per year and we are committed
to sponsoring two students for the next two years.
Salnts Allve - a quarterly magazine is produced and distributed to parishioners. informing them of all actlvities
in the Parish. During the year, a weekly News Sheet continued to be produced for clrculation at Morning Service
to keep pari5hloners up to date with current and future events happening in the parish and includes weekly bible
readings. A copy of the New5 Sheet is also available on the parish website each week.
In association with the Oasi5 Group, the parish has been joining with churches In Antrlm to support the Food
Bank project which has provided much needed practical care for families in the Antrim area who are enduring
difficult times.
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Chrlstian Ald over the years, the parish put a good deal of effort into the door to door collection that took
place durin8 Christian Aid week. However, dueto demographic changes in the town and the two years ofcovid,
this activity has ceased. Collection envelopes are placed in the pews and parishioners are encouraged to support
thi5 Worthy cause. The success of the Extra Mile Bucket projects has had an effect on the total collected for
Christian Aid.
European HerltaEe Open Days (EHODI - a celebration of architecture. history and a chance for everyone to
explore the wonderful shared cultur31 heritage right on our doorstep. As part of the 2023 event, All Saint5,
Parish church opened its doors to the public on Saturday 9th September from 10 am to 4 pm. Volunteer
parishloners were on hand to act as visitor guides.
The Parish Centre
All Salnts, Parish Centre is located in the centre of Antrim town. providing a venue used by both parish groups
and external organisations from the local and surrounding community.
Next steps this group conslsts of young adults from 11 years up to 18 year5, meeting on a Sunday evenlng,
from September to June, for fun, food and fellowship. Thanks to the generosity of Education Authority Funding
and the Massereene and Ferrard Bequest, which is specif ically for youth work, it has been possible to fund trips
such as vislts to the Glengormley Bowling Lanes, several trips to McDonald's, Go-Karting and Antrim Omnlplex.
'Connor Takes the Castle, continues to be a favourite event in the Next Steps, calendar and All Saints, provldes
one of the largest parish group5 attending the event. Next Steps is a group aimed at helping young people to
build new friendships and explore faith in an appropriate and encouraging way.
Parish Youth groups are open and welcoming to all young people in the area, catering for all ages, and are well
attended,. indeed, at tlmes 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 welcome.
Scouts- 5th Antrlm Scouts meet every Tuesday evening from September to June. The Scouts cater for young
adults between the ages 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 programme which enables members to find out about the world in
whlch they Ilve, encourages them to know their own abilities and the importance of keepinE fit. The structured
badge work help5 develop their creatlve talents and it also provides opportunities to explore their own values
and personal attitudes. Scouting is about being wlth friends, as part of a team, and participating fully In the
dventure and opportunities of life. Scouting encourages members to look beyond themselves and we have
been involved in activities to raise funds for local charities such as Lough Neagh Rescue.
When weather permits. activities have a focus on the outdoors in preparation for camp which Is held under
anvas. Scouts learn how to pitch tents, camp safely, prepare a menu for their fellow scouts, incorporating
items such as food hygiene, safe storage of foods, vermin control, country code, fire safety and first ald.
BeaverslCubs- there were seven Beavers (girls and boys aged 5yrs 10 months to 7yrs 11 months) during 2023,
led by two female leaders and two Explorer Scouts who were given the opportunity to increase their
leadership sk￿lIS in Young Leader role5. A total of 90 badge5 were awarded covering teamwork, cook, creative,
disability awareness, gardener, health and f itness, hobbies. international, explore, safety, sport5, and hikes.
Many games were played. and fun was had, allowing the youn8 people to reconnect with those ofthe same
age and develop Social skills.
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There were eight Cub5 la mixture of girls and boys from various faiths, aged 8- 11 year51 in 2023. The
leadership team consisted of two adult female leaders and one adult male leader. There was also an Explorer
Scout who is currently undertaking his'young leaderf badge and one former scout volunteering as part of his
Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Members of this section continued to engage in a full and busy programme of badgework, earning 142 badges
in the following areas.. outdoors, team leader, world, artist. book reader, collector, communicator,
environmental conservation, fire safety. international, local knowledge, my faith, emergency aid and time on
water. 7 Silver awards were attained throughout the year- this is the highest award able to be achieved at this
age of Scouting.
The Cubs still do regular litter-picks of the Castle Gardens, Lough Shore and the area around the Parlsh Centre,
Varlous Cubs also participated in District events such as orienieerin& district hike, district football, district flag
challenge night, 2 nights indoor camp with another local group. 2-night camp under canvas with 7 other scout
Broups from Co. Antrim. The outcome of all these activities was that the Cubs learned valuable skills for life,
gaining confldence by bein8 encouraged to challenge themselves in a safe environment.
Brownles- there were 9 girls (aged 4 to 7 years) during 2023. meetlng every Monday evening, mid-september
through to the end of April. The Brownie programme includes badge work for interest badges such as
construction, book lover, animal lover, family tree etc. The Brownies also acknowledge the Christian holidays of
Easter and Chr15tmas and in 2023 had the privllege of performing a short play for the Church Farnlly Servlce
before Christmas. They renew their Promise every year at an evening that parents, friends and family can attend
'1 promlse to think about my beliefs and to be kind and helpful,.
Ralnbows- meet on Mondayevenings in the Parlsh Centre, catering forgirls aged between 4 and 7 years. There
are Currently ten members who enjoy different crafts and games each week, led by two leaders. These crafts
and games help the girls to develop useful life skills in a fun way. The girls also do badge work, followlng guidance
from Girlguiding UK. The Rainbows performed a small play at the Church Carol service in December and the girls
also take their Ralnbow Promise yearly.
The Funday aub- Is forchlldren of Prlmary School age, and takes place on Sundays In the Parlsh Centre, at 12.00
pm until approximately 12.45 pm, except for the third Sunday of the month due to the Family Service whlch the
chlldren are encouraged to attend with 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 worshlp songs.
Fun games such as individual and team game5 which link to our bible story.
Listen to bible stories and watch short videos of the storie5
Create some crafts which relate to the bible story.
Group discussion5
• Take part in quizzes whlcl) are related to the bible stories.
Learn about other countries and world issues such as famine
Every year. the Funday club chlldren can take part in the Christma5 Nativity play which is performed during the
Christmas morning service.
Each year the children are invited to attend the Hollday 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 2023 the
theme was John Hardwick's'cops and Robber5, and several Funday club children attended. This club is a150
open to all young children of primary school age from the local communty.
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 skills of turn takingi
talking and listening and working with other5. 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
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also beneficial for the leaders a5 they enjoy the interaction with the children and feel that they are having a
positive impact on the life of the church.
The organisation5 mentioned above are open not only to young people of our parish, but to children of all
denominations lor none), with each organisation meeting from September to June on their allocated eveninB.
We hope that by enjoying events in the Parish Centre, the young people can be attracted to our church
worship a5 well.
The Evergreens- a group for the'young at hearf in the parish and from the local community, meet on the
second Tuesday of each month, with a guest speaker covering a wide range oftopics. followed by lunch. Up to
50 member5 regularly enjoyed toplcs such as the History of 8elfast, the 'llfe of a mllkman., a5 well as several
music Inspired meetings. In June the Evergreen5 closed their programme with a special lunch at a local hotel
and a Christmas party was held at a local restaurant. All events are held in a Christian atmosphere, helping
f05ter meanlngful frlendships and a sense of shared communitv.
Tots'n, Us- meet each week during school term tlme, supported by volunteers in our Parish offering a
welcome and safe place for parents/carers 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 beliefs and lifestyle choices.
On an average Friday there can be up to 20 adults and up to 30 children. A different craft activity is offered
each week, there are ampletoys to amuse and educate the children and a sing and rhyme session is included
regularly. The children develop self-confidence and soclal skills which will help them transitlon to Nursery
school, and at the same time the adults have time to relax, get to know other people from the community,
build friendships or just enloy a chat.
Mothers, Unlon- the branch meetings of All Saints, Mother Union are held every second Thursday of the
month- excludlng the summer months- and are attended by members and non-members. Members range in
age from 40 years to approximately 98 years. Members who are no longer able to attend meetings owing to
age or illness are visited during the year and kept up to date by the leader and other members. An annual
Enrolment Service was held in January 2023, when members renewed their commitment to the Mothers,
Union objettive5. No new members were enrolled to the branch in 2023.
The speakers at the branch meeting5 durlng 2023 covered a wide range of interesting toplcs includlng a nurse's
experience of her work helping families at home and abroad, flower arranging, hlstory of our church, health
and wellbein8, 16 days of activism against gender based violence, Oberammergau Passion Play and a party to
celebrate King Charles 111 Coronation.
On Sunday Ilth June 2023, members and pari5hloners attended a service of commissioning ofthe Vicar,
Archdeacon S R McBrlde, as the new All Ireland Mothers, Union Chaplain. The Archdeacon continues as the
Mothers. Union Chaplain for Connor Dlocese.
Member5 also attended the annual Festival Service in St Anne's Cathedral, the Area service In Broughshane
parish and Diocesan Councll meetin8S.
All saints, Mothers, Union members enjoy attending the branch meetings, along with the cup of tea and time
to chat with friends. They are always ready to volunteer their assistance, preparing and donatin8 a number of
toiletry wash bag5 to Antrim Area hospital. a5 well as helping at the many events in the parish.
Bowllng Club- meets on a Wednesday night In the Parish Centre. The club is open to anyone who would enjoy
a good nighvs fun and fellowship, whether they have played bowls before or not. Since the pandemic the club
has concentrated on fun bowls each week and would welcome new members.

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Trustees, Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2023 (contlnued)
Herlta
All Saints. Parish Church in Antrim wa5 built in 1596 and has been described by Dr Paul Larmour. one of
Ireland's leading architectural historian5, as the finest example of an Elizabethan Gothic church in Ireland.
The church building continues to be the central focus for any major acts of civic worship, the most recent being
a serwice of commemoration following the death of Queen Elizabeth11 in September 2023, at which the mayor
and representatives of the Council attended.
Although the physical building is over 425 years old and has been the focal point In the lives of so many
people, we are grateful that it continues to be a place where the Ilving stones, the disciples of Jesus. still come
to worship and receive their spiritual guidance and direction. We take seriously our duty with regards the safe
keeping of parish records and items of historical interest. and these can be viewed on request by interested
parties.
In conclu51on, All Saints, 15 a thriving and vibrant church, with an industrious clergy team and church services
well attended. The parish is in a sound financial posltion, and this report aims to cover examples of the
activities of life and worship that goe5 on in the church enabled by a wide range of volunteers.
Our Ilnks with local churches help to ensure the Christian religion continues to thrive throughout the Antrim
area. Antrim was once statistically Northern Ireland'5, most Sectarian town. Thankfully. through the lead of
several local churches including All saints, inltlatives such as the Borough's Community Safety Partnershlp 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 from All Salnts, 5t Jude's Muckamore, Antrim Methodist, Hlgh Street Presbyterian, St Joseph's and
St Comgall's parishes and Antrim Christlan Fellowshlp Church meet quarterly for prayer breakfasts in the 'Top
of the Town,. The Social 8atherlng helps cement the cordial relatlonships bctween the clergy, evaluate the
previou5 events and make plans for comin8 actlvities. In a town where each of these denominatlons are
relatively strong and wlth full parish activities, it is encoura8ing that every effort is made to look beyond our
own denomlnational boundaries. Our joint Holy Week services, Walk of Witness and Lou8h Shore Dawn
Communion on Easter Sunday are a very significant Sl8n of the good relations that exist not only between the
clergy but the parishloners of the above denominations. In December. a packed congre8ation from all the
town'5 churches joined together in High Street Presbyterian Church to celebrate 50 years in their relocated
church premlses.
We appreciate the tremendous efforts of our clergy and acknowledge how they strive to keep pushir)g forward
and developing ways to attract more people of all ages into followin8 the way of Christ.
Statement as to disclosure to our examlners
In so far as the trustees are aware at the timing of approving our trustees, annual report:
there is no relevant information of which the Independent Examiner 15 unaware; and
the trustees 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.
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Trustee￿ Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 20231contlnued)
Independent Examlners
The examiner, lan Johnston IA.F.A.), for and on behalf of Stevenson and Wilson Chartered Accountants, has
indlcated his willlngness to continue in office, and a resolution concerning the reappointment was agreed by the
Vestry on 8 April 2024.
half of the Trustees
Ven.Dr S.R. McBride
Date: 8, April 2024
Mr Brian Neill (Hon Treasurer)
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Independent Examlners Report to the charity trustees of All Saint< Parlsh Church Antrim
I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2023. which are set out on pages 17 to
27.
Respectlve responslbllltles of charlty trustees and examiner
As the charity's trustee5 you are responsible for the preparation of the account5 in accordance with the Charities
Act INorthern Ireland) 2008.
It is my responsibility to:
•examine the accounts under section 65 of the Charities Act
•follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Cornmi55ion under section
65{9}Ibl of the Charities Act
•state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basls of Independent examlne¢s report
I have examlned your charity accounts as required under section 65 of the Charities 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 examination included a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a cornparison of the
accounts presented with those records. It also included consideration of any unusual items or dlsclosures in the
accounts, and seeking explanations from you as charity trustees concernlng any such matters.
My role is to state whether any material matters have come to my attention giving me cause to believe:
l. That accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 63 of the Charltles Act
2. That the accounts do not accord with those accounting records
3. That the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act
4. That there is further information needed for a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Independent examlnerfs statement
I have completed my examii)ation and have no concerns in respect of the matters I l) to {41 listed above and, in
connection with following the Directions of the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland, I have found no
matters that require drawing to your attention.
a-
lan Johnston IA.F.A.)
For and on behalf of Stevenson and Wilson Chartered Accountants
22- 30 Broadway Avenue
Ballymena
BT43 7AA
th
Date.. 8 April 2024
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statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 December 2023
imrestrfcted
Funds
2023
Restrlcted
Funds
2023
Endowment
Funds
2023
Total
2023
Total
2022
Note
Income
Donations & le8acies
Other trading actlvitles
Investments
Charitable actlvlties
Other income
149.377
18,140
2,621
970
31,731
181.108
18,140
7.931
1.524
166,034
14,240
4,180
1,524
5,310
554
Total Income
171,108
32,285
5,310
208,703
185,978
Ex
endlture on:
Generatin8 funds
Charitable activities
Other costs
497
154,514
549
497
176,474
6,712
463
171,629
3,303
21,182
6,163
778
Total Ex
endlture
155.560
27.345
778
183,683
175,395
Net Incomel {Expendlturel before
transfers
15,548
4,940
4,532
25,020
10,583
Transfers between funds
12,768}
1,991
777
Net Incomel {Expendfturel before other
recognlsed galns and105ses
12.780
6,931
5,309
2S,020
10,583
Galnlllossl on investment assets
895
1,219
2,114
114,5071
Net movement In funds
13,675
6,931
6,528
27,134
{3,9241
Reconclllatlon of funds:
Total funds brought forward
134,419
903,299
110,426
1,148,144 1,152,068
Total funds Carried forward
148,094
910,230
116,954
1,175,278 1,148,144
Broken down as:
General account fund
Aff iliation account5 funds
148,094
909,024
1,206
116,954
1,174,072 1,146,359
1,206
1,785
Total funds
148,094
910,230
116,954
1,175,278 1,148,144
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Statement of Flnanclal Posltlon / IBalance Sheetl as at 31 December 2023
Note
2023
2022
Flxed Assets
Tangible Fixed Assets
Investment Propertles
Investments
Total flxed assets
io
li
12
780,000
iio,000
128,726
1,018,726
780,000
iio,000
126.612
1,016,612
Current Assets
Debtors
Cash and cash equivalents
Total current assets
13
21.994
140,015
162.,009
12,201
125,778
137,979
Credltors- amounts falllng due wlthln one year
14
5,457
6,447
Net Current Assets
156,552
131,532
Total Net Assets
1,175,278
1,148,144
The funds of the parlsh
Unrestrlcted funds
General funds
Designated fund5
Total unrestrlcted funds
15
15
145,216
2,878
148,094
130,482
3,937
134,419
Restrlcted Funds
Endowment Funds
15
15
910,230
116,954
903,299,
110,426
Total charlty f unds
1,175,278
1,148,144
The i)otes on pages 17 10 25 are an integral part of these financial statements.
The financial statements on pages 15 to 25 were approved by the Board of Trustees on 8 April 2024 and
signed on its behalf by:
Ven.
r S.R. McBride
r Brian Neill (Hon l-reasurer}
th
Date: 8 April 2024
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Notes to the flnancial statements for the year ended 31 December 2023
l. Accountlng policies
The principal accounting policies adopted. judgements and key sources of estimation uncertainty in the
preparation of the flnancial statement5 are as follows:
al Basls of preparation
The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis in accordance with Accounting and
Reporting by Chaiities,. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts
in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021
(Charities SORP IFRS 102}I, the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland
IFRS 1021.
The Parlsh meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FR5 102. Asset5 and Ilabilities are inltially
recognised at hlstorical cost and transaction value unless othenvise stated In the relevant accountlng policy
notelsl.
b) Preparatlon of accounts on a golng concern basls
The Parish generally meets its day to day workin8 capltal requirements from its annual income. The Trustees
have obtèined 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 financial
obligations as they fall due for the foieseeable future. Therefore, these financial statement5 have been
prepared on a 80ing concern basis
cl Income
Plate Collections, Weekly Envelopes, Fabric Fund income, Glft Ald and caterlng incomc are accounted for
on a cash receipts basis as the amount is collected. Any gift aid not received at thc year end is included as
a debtor.
Income arising from the rental of Parish Centre facilities to third partles is recognised when the parish has
entitlement to the funds, any performance conditions 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 othergrants, whether'capital, grants or'revenue, grants, is recognised when
the charity has entitlementto the funds. aiiy performance conditions attached to the grants have been met,
it Is probable that the income will be recelved and the amount can be measured reliably and is not deferred.
Le8acles are included within Income under either unrestricted or restricted fund5 according to the terms
under which the donation is made and when the amount can be quantified with reasonable certainty.
Doiiations and glfts in kind are brought into the accounts at their fair value to the Parish.
dl Expenditure
Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to make a payment to a third party,
it 15 probable that settlement will be required and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliablv.
Irrecoverablo VAT is charged as a c05t agains.t the activity for which the expenditure was incurred.
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Notes to the flnanclal statements for the year ended 31 December 2023
l. Accounting policles Icontlnued)
el Tanglble assets
The assets of the Parish comprise:_
Church Hall
Vicarage
Other property
The Church Buildin85 at Church Street, Antrim are deemed to be Heritage assets as defined by the
Charities SORP (FRS1021. These Heritage assets are not included on the balance sheet as information
on the cost or valuation is not available and such information cannot be obtained at a cost
commensurate with the benefit to the users of the accounts and to the parish.
I'he Church Hall is recognised ar cost / deemed cost, bein8 the estimated fair value of the property at
31 December 2023. No depreclatlon has been provided on the Church Hall as the current estlmated
residual value Is not less than its carrying value and the remaining useful life currently exceed5 50 years.
The Vlcarage is recognised at cost / deemed cost, being the estimated falr value of the property at 31
December 2023. No depreclatlon has been provided on the Vicarage as the current estimated residual
value 15 not le55 than Its carrying value and the remaining useful life currently exceeds So years.
The other property, namely the house at Inishmoyne, is also recognised at cost I deemed cost, being
the estimated falr value of the property at 31 December 2023. No depreclatlon has been provided on
the house as the current estimated residual value Is not less than its carrying value and the remalning
seful life currently exceeds 50 years.
f) Investments
Flxed asset investments comprising Investment propertles, Investments in equitles and Investment in
RCB/CIT Unit Trusts are initially recorded at cost and are then subsequently stated at fair value at each
balance Sheet date. Investments in unquoted investments are recorded at cost and are assessed annually
for Impairment. Unrealised gains and losses represent the difference between the fair value at the beginning
and end of the financial year or. if purchased in the year, the difference between cost and falr value at the
end of the year. Realised gains and losses represent the difference between the proceeds on disposal and
the fair value at the 5tdrt of the year or'cost if piirchased in the year. Both rea115ed and unrealised gain5 and
1055es in investments are reported within "Net Gains / {Losses} on Investments" within the Statement of
Financial Activities.
g) Cash and cash equlvalents
Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand. deposits held at Cdll with banks, other short-term highly
liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are
Shown within creditor5 amounts falling due within l year.
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Note5 to the flnantial statements for the year ended 31 Detember 2023 Icontinuedl
l. Accountlng policles (contlnued)
h) Flnanclal instruments
The Parish only has financial assets and financial liabilities of a kind that qualify as baslc financial instruments.
Basic financial instruments are initially reco8nised at transaction price and subsequently measured at their
settlement value.
il Funds
Fund5 are classified as either restricted funds or unrestricted funds. defined as follows.
Restricted funds are funds sublect to specific requirements as to their use which may be declared by the
donor or with thelr authority or created throuEh legal processes, but still within the wider object5 of the
Parish.
Endowment funds are funds which have been givei) on the condltlon that the orlginal capital sum Is not
redijced, 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 discretion of the trustees for a particular
purpose, they are designated as a separate fund. This designation has an admin15trative purpose only and
does not legally restrict the trustees, discretion to apply tl)e fund.
2. Crltlcal accountlng Judgements and estlmatlon uncertalnty
Estimates and judgments madc in the process of preparing the financlal statements are continually evaluated
and are based on historical experience and other factors, including expectations of future events that are
believed to be reasonable uiider the circumstances. The Trustees do not consider that there are any critical
judgments made in applying the Parish's accounting pollcles or that there are any critlcal accountlng
estimates or assumptions which may have a significant risk of causlng a material adjustment to carrying
amounts of assets and liabilities within the next financial year.
3. Donatlons and lega¢les
Unrestrirted Restrlrted
Fuiid5
Funds
202d
2023
Endowment
Funds
2023
Total
2023
Total
2022
Weekly envelopes l FWO
Tax recovered on Donations
Collectionsldorlations
Mi55ion and Charity giving
Grants
Other income affiliations
113.182.
23,268
8.593
19.061
4,060
1,524
2,723
132,843
27,328
10,117
2.723
3.734
4,363
181,108
119.693
23,954
13,043
1,967
6,188
1,189
166,034
3,734
4,363
31,731
149.377
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Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2023 {continued)
4. Other tyadlng actSvitles
Unrestrfcted Re5trlcted
Funds
Funds
2023
2023
Endowment
Funds
2023
Total
2023
Total
2022
Rental Income
Use of Church hall
Other
7,550
7,390
3,200
7,550
7,390
3.2
7,015
6,825
400
18,140
18,140
14,240
5. Investments
Unrestrlcted Restrlcted EndowmÈrtt
Funds
Funds
Funds
2023
2023
2023
Total
2023
Total
Z022
Interest on investments
Dividends from investments
1,162
1,459
31
5,279
1,193
6,738
274
3,906
2,621
5,310
7,931
4,180
6. Charltable actlvitles
Unrestrlcted Restrlcted Endowment
Funds
Funds
Funds
2023
2023
2023
Total
2023
Total
2022
Weddings, baptisms and funerals
Youth weekend
Publicatlons
970
970
450
104
1,220
450
104
304
9-10
554
1.524
1,524
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Notes to the flnanclal statements for the year ended 31 December 20231¢ontlnued)
7. Analysis of Expendlture
Unrestrlrted Restrfcted
Funds
Funds
2023
2023
Endowment
Funds
2023
Total
2023
Total
2022
Generatlng funds
Fundralslng costs
497
497
463
Charitable activlties
Wages and salaries
Diocesan c05ts/assessmeiit
Property running costs
Charitable donations
Administration costs
Property repairs and maintenance
Congregatlon running costs
Event expenses and catering
Publications
Other expenses - affillatlons
98,020
15,435
14,Jf23
11,820
8,191
98,020
15,435
14,523
15,015
8.191
11.977
6,525
1,728
118
4,942
90,216
19,870
18,404
10,951
8,057
11,585
8,043
2,486
316
1,701
3,195
11,977
6,525
950
118
4,942
778
154,514
21,182
778
176,474
171,629
Other costs
Property improvement5 and
equlpment
549
6.163
6,712
3,303
Governance costs are included within Adininistratlon costs above.
8. Taxatlon
All Saints, Parish Church Antrim is reco8nlspd as a charity for the purposes of applicable taxation legislatlon
and is therefore not subject to taxation on its Lharitable activities.
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Notes to the flnanclal statements for the year ended 31 December 2023 Icontinuedl
9. Analysls of staff costs. trustee remuneratlon and Èxpenses, and the cost of key management personnel
2023
2022
Salaries and wage5
National insurance costs
Employer pension costs
95,039
32
2.949
87,187
167
2,862
Total
98,020
90,216
The avei'age number ofemployees durtng the year, calculated on the basis of a head count, was as
follows:
2023
Number
2023
Number
Mlnlsterial support
Other staff
Premise5 maintenance
There are no employee5 in receipt of employee benefits in excess of £60,000.
Key Management and Trustees
Key management are deemed to comprise the Trustees. The parish paid expenses of£4,34612022: £5,802)
relating to the runnlng costs of the Vicarage which is occupied by the Vicar. The following Trustees recelved
remuneration andlor reimbursement of the following amounts during the year..
2023
2022
The Ven Dr SR McBride
Rev Peter Blake
Cecil Barton
Claire Thomp50n
David Tate
Cynthia Cherry
Irene Gates
John Mcmaster
Paul Smyth
46,234
24,836
95
43,177
22,087
201
380
90
817
179
72
270
137
138
No trustee or a person related to a trustee had any personal interest in any contract or transaction entered
into by the charity during the year.
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Notes to the financlal statements for the year ended 31"December 20231continuedl
10.Tangible fTxed assets
Buildlngs
Total
Cost
At beginning of the year
Additions
At end of the year
780,000
780,000
780,000
780,000
Depreclatlon
At beginning of the year
Depreciation
Dlsposals
At end of the year
Net book value at beginning of the year
Net book value at end of the year
780.000
780,OCM)
780,000
780,000
11. Investment propertles
Balance at beginning of the year
Addition5 durlng the year
Disposals during the year
Fair Va5ue Gain5 1 ILossesl
Balance at end of the year
iio.000
iio,000
12. Investments
Llsted
Investments
Other
Investments
Total
Balance at beginning of the year
Profit/{lossl on investments
126,612
2,114
126,612
2,114
Balance at end of the year
128.726
128,726
Analysis of Investments
Other unllsted investments
128,726
128,726
128,726
128,726
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All Saints, Parlsh Church Antrim
Notes to the flnanclal statement5 for the yedr ended 31 December 20231contlnuedl
13. Debtors
Z023
2022
Sundry debtors and prepayments
21,994
12,201
21.994
12,202
14. Credltors Amounts Due wlthln l Year
2023
2022
Accruals and other c.reditors
5,457
6,447
5,457
6.447
15.Analys15 of Net Assets Among Funds
General
Deslgnated
Restrlcted
Endowment
Total
Flxed Assets
Investment Propertv
Investments
Current Assets
Current Llabilities
Net assets at 31 Dec 2023
780,000
iio.000
780,000
iio,000
128,726
162,009
15,4571
1,175,278
17.081
133,592
15.457)
145,216
111,645
5,309
2,878
20,230
2,878
910,230
116,954
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All Saints, Parish Church Antrlm
Notes to the flnancial statements for the year ended 31 Deceniber 1023 (contlnued)
16. Funds of the Parish
Profitl
1105sI on
Inve5tmÈnt
assets
Atljan
2023
Transfer$
Expendlture
At 31 Dec
2023
Income
Endowment funds
Wllliam & Irene
Whiteside Trust
Ma55erene & Ferriird
Trust
16,018
31
iii
11.6151
14,433
94,408
110,426
5,279
5,310
17781
1778)
778
777
2,834
1,219
102,521
116.954
Reslrlcted funds
General Fund
901,514
1.785
903,299
27,922
4.363
32,285
122.4031
14,9421
(27,3451
1,991
909,024
1,206
910.230
Affillation Funds
1,991
Unrestrlcted funds
General Fund
Designated Fund
130,482
3,937
134,419
166,498
4,610
171,108
(149,890}
{5,6701
{155,5601
12,7681
895
145,217
2,877
148,094
12,768)
895
Total funds
1,148,144
208.703
(183,683)
2.114
1,175,278
oses of Endowment Fund5
Income from the William & Irene Whiteslde Trust is to be used to provide Sunday school teaching materlals,
Income from the Masserene & Ferrard Trust is to be used to provide teaching materials and resources for the
children of the parish.
Pur
oses of Restritted Funds
P'abric Fund: This is a fund to asslst with the c05t of building repairs, improvements and renovations.
Affiliation Funds: These are funds for the affiliations, running expeiises and income.
Mission and Charities Fund: This is a fund to be used towards mission and charity
Church propertles- These are properties for the use of tlie Parish with sale proceed5 Used strictly for other
propertles as specified by the RCB.
Anonymous donation- a donation which is to be used to be used for youth work.
Donation of £1,000 to be used to purchase a credence table.
Donations in memory of Sadie Jenklns, Peter Chestnutt and Bert Kennedy: to be used to purchase items in thelr
memory.
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