Presbyter an GARRYDUFF CONGREGATION OF THE PRESBYfERIAN CHURCH IN IRELAND TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT The Trustees present their Annual Report and Financial Statements forthe year ended 31 December 2022 including a Statement of Assets and Liabilities as at that date. REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DEfAILS Garryduff congregation of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland 83 Garryduff Road Ballymoney Co Antrim BT53 7DF Registered Charity in Northern Ireland INIC105305) CHARITY TRUSTEES The Charity Trustees who Served during the year or who were trustees at the date of this report were Mr Robert John Mcclements Mr John Young Mr Desmond Moore Mr Stanley James Lee MBE Mr William Mervyn Ferris Mr David Brian Mcconaghy Mr John Beattie Rev Rodney Matthew Moody Mr Samuel John Wilson Campbell Mr Roy Cunningham (appointed 9 September 2022) PRINCIPAL OFFICE BEARERS Minister Clerk of Session Treasurer Rev Rodney Matthew Moody Mr Stanleyjames Lee MBE Mrs Joanne Morrison INDEPENDENT EXAMINER Mrjohn Mcmullan ACMA CGMA sc High Street Ballymoney BT53 8AH
Presbyter an GARRYDUFF CONGREGATION OF THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN IRELAND TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT (convd) BANKERS Santander 14 The Diamond Coleraine Co Londonderry BT52 IBP SOLICITORS Thomas Taggart & Co 27 Church Street Ballyrnoney Co Antrim BT53 6HS STRucfuRE AND MANAGEMENT The Kirk Session The charity trustees of the congregation are the members of its Kirk session. Under the congregation's governing document, The Code, the book of the constitution and government of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland, the Kirk Session seeks to watch over and promote the spiritual interest of the congregation and of persons not connected with any congregation who are within its bounds. It ensures pastoral care is in place in the congregation and seeks to further the contribution of the Church to Christian witness and service in the local community. The Kirk Session has delegated to it5 Congregational Committee the temporal affairs of the congregation including administering all funds and property belonging to the congregation. Members of the Kirk Session are ex-officio members of the Congregational Committee. The Kirk Session consists of the ordained minister and the ruling elders of the congregation. All members are entitled to propose, speak and exercise equal votes at meetings, except that the Moderator, the ministers in active duty in the congregation, has no deliberative but only a casting vote. Stated meetings of the Kirk session are held at least five in each year or as appropriate. To be chosen for the office of the eldership in the congregation a person must be a voting member and a regular attendant on its ordinances. The selection of those proposed to be called to the office can be either by the congregation or by the Kirk Session. Members are elected if they obtain two-thirds of those who vote.
an GARRYDUFF CONGREGATION OF THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN IRELAND TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT (conyd) Presbytery Under the Presbyterian Church in Ireland form of governance the corporate oversight of a congregation is the responsibility of a Presbytery which superintends generally the spiritual and temporal affairs of the congregations assigned to it by the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland. Garryduff congregation of the Presbyterian Church has been assigned to the Route Presbytery of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland. The membership of the Presbytery consists mainly of the active ministers of congregations assigned to it by the General Assembly, minsters who have retired from active duty and an elder appointed by the Kirk Session of the congregation. The General Assembly The General Assembly is the supreme court of the Church, representing in one body the whole Church and acting as its supreme legislative, administration and judicial authority, in dealing with all matters brought before it. The General Assembly is normally constituted during the first week in June for worship and to conduct its business. At the end of business, it is dissolved. The membership of the General Assembly consists mainly of the active ministers of each congregation, retired minsters and a representative elder appointed by the Kirk Session of each congregation. DESCRIPTION AND PURPOSE The charitable purpose of the congregation is the advancement of religion. Garryduff congregation of the Presbyterian Church is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland. The Presbyterian Church in Ireland, as a Reformed Church within the wider body of Christ is grounded in the Scriptures, and exist5 to love and honour God through faith in His Son and by the power of His Spirit, and to enable her members to play their part in fulfilling God's mi55ion to our world. The congregation's mission purposes is by the grace of God, to help people of all ages become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ. Our vision is, by the grace of God. to be an inclusive, welcoming community of Christ's people of all ages, which- is increasingly characterised by love for God, and love and concern for others; Is committed to the historic Christian gospel as revealed in the Bible. is relevant to people of this time and place.
an GARRYDUFF CONGREGATION OF THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN IRELAND TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT {conVd) The congregation aims to live out its Mission and Vision as a family of God's people by being: A Covenant Community.. where our relationships are rooted in the promises of God by living faithfully toward him and toward one another An Intergenerational Community: where adult5 intentionally take the lead to engage with, encourage and nurture younger members to rnaturity in Christ. An Outward looking Community: where we want the blessings of God that belong to us in the gospel to become blessings for others beyond the bounds of our community. As a congregation of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland, we believe that the Bible is the Supreme authority over all we do, and that the Westminster Confession of Faith, along with the Larger and Shorter Catechisms set out what we understand the Bible teaches on key matters of Christian faith and practice. AcllviTIES AND OBJEcfivES The congregation meets for worship every Sunday and visitors are welcome tojoin. The Sacrament of the Lords Supper is observed on several occasions during the year and all those who have been baptised and who have made a profession of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ are admitted to the Lord's Supper. The congregation holds regular bible study meetings and has a wide range of organisations including.. Sunday School Mothers and Toddlers Bowling Club Thursday Fellowship Junior Youth Senior Youth Presbyterian Women
an GARRYDUFF CONGREGATION OF THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN IRELAND TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT {conVd) ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE Worship and prayer The congregation normally meets for worship each Sunday at 12 noon. During the week, the midweek Bible Study provides an opportunity for member5 to meet together for fellowship, to Study the scriptures and for a time of prayer. There is also a prayer meeting before the Sunday service at 11.30 and a Sunday evening prayer meeting at 7.00pm. As well as our regular services duringthe yearwe did acknowledge God's gift of new life with 4 Sacraments of Baptism, we had 2 marriage services and gave thanks for faithful seniices and sought to comfort those who had been bereaved during the year. At 31 December 2022, there were 192 communicant members and 172 families connected with the congregation. The average week attendance at morning worship is 70. Pastoral care Members of the congregation who are unable to attend church due to sickness or age are visited on a regular basis by the minister, elders or by one of the congregation's pastoral visitors. The congregation sUPPOrts the United Appeal for Mission which is a central fund of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland. This fund enables congregations to support the wider mission of the denomination and to do mission and outreach on a denominational basis beyond what the congregation could do on its own. The United Appeal Fund provides financial support for mi55ion personnel at home and overseas, assists congregations with the deployment of locally based staff, enables church planting. provides grant support for the upkeep of church premises. assist with the running costs of Union Theological College, the Church's training college for ministry students, and financially supports congregation in the areas of worship, discipleship, global mission, outreach, leadership and pastoral care. Presbytery The congregation was represented at the regular meetings of Presbytery by our minister and / or one of the elders. This provides an important link between the congregations and the wider structures of the church.
an GARRYDUFF CONGREGATION OF THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN IRELAND TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT (convd) General Assembly The minister and one of our elders were nominated to attend the meeting of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland held in Assembly Buildings, Belfast, in June. Property During the year, there were no major repairs or improvements to the Church or Church hall. However, in the winter it was discovered that there was a leak in the Manse. The work is currently being finished to rectify the issue and the cost is being covered by our insurance. Organisations Sunda School Due to Covid we have had to rethink Sunday school. We decided to merge Children's church and Sunday school together and host it during church time. The children come to church and then after the children's talk they go out to Sunday school. There they are split into 4 different age groups and using Go teach material they disCU55 the lesson they have just heard in church. Presb terian Women It meets on the third Thursday of the rnonth Jan- March and Ort - Dec with an annual outing. It is our prayer that women may know the light of God's presence as we meet together in friendship and love. It is open to all women who wish to attend. Our attendance has remained steady with 30 members at present. Mother and Toddlers This group meets every Monday morning from 10am- 12 noon during term time. It is open to all parents with preschool children in the congregation and the surrounding community. We provide a safe area for children to play together under the supervision of their parent of guardian. Junioryouth This group meets in Garryduff hall every Thursday (term-timel from 6.45pm to 7.45pm. Children aged from 4 to 11 years of age come to enjoy fun, Bible stories, quizzes and games. The group is open to all children in the local area. Around 15 attend.
an GARRYDUFF CONGREGATION OF THE PRESBYfERIAN CHURCH IN IRELAND TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT (conyd) Thursda Club This meets once a month in Garryduff hall from 2.30 pm to 4.00 pm. Various speakers throughout the year are invited to come along and enjoy fellowship over a cup of tea. In June we usually try to organise a day trip which is always enjoyable. Around 20-25 attend. Bowlin club The bowling Club exists to promote friendship and enjoyment through the sport of short mat indoor bowls in our congregation and the wider community. Bow15 is a sport for any age and we therefore have no age limit. We meet every Tuesday evening form 8pm to 10.30pm approximately, in the main hall, with normally 16- 20 members per night. Several friendly matches are planned throughout the season with other local church bowling clubs. These are played home and away. We also have an annual dinner/prize night in May each year. Midweek This group meets on a Wednesday evening every other week in the minor Hall. There is a time of praise, bible study and a short time of prayer. Each evening is finished with some light refreshments. This has Started again with around 20 attending at present. Senior Youth This group meets on the first and third Friday of the month during term time. It starts at 7.30 and finishes at 9.30pm. We meettogetherforgames, a short epilogue and finish with some refreshments. Occasionally we have film nights, and go out bowling and do crazy golf. It is a small group wtth only 5 attending, from the church and local community.
an GARRYDUFF CONGREGATION OF THE PRESBYfERIAN CHURCH IN IRELAND TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT (¢onVd) Volunteers TheTrusteeswish to acknowledge theirdeep appreciation of those who give freely of theirtime by serving on committees and helping with organisations and other church activities. PUBLIC BENEFIT STATEMENT The Presbyterian Church in Ireland meets the public benefit requirement by providing benefit to its members and the general public by making known the Christian Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ through the advancement of religion. The direct benefits whlch flow from the purposes of the Church include the gaining of an understanding in Christian beliefs as set out in the Bible and in the Church's subordinate standards (the Westminster Confession of Faith and the Shorter and Larger Catechisms} leading to spiritual and moral development and opportunities for response to Bible teaching. In turn, this framework leads to practical expressions of Christian beliefs and standards in the local community such as through the care of those in need (including the sick, disabled and bereaved). Generally the above benefits are delivered locally by congregations and their members, or are facilitated through presbyteries or are organised and delivered centrally. Local delivery is facilitated by central resources in almost all cases. Public access is made known through the use of noticeboards, printed material, press advertisement, websites, and social rnedia or in other ways. The benefits are demonstrated through regular evaluation of the services and informal and ad-hoc feedback from members, their families, and members of the public. The purpose doe5 not lead to hami. The only private benefit flowing from our purpose is related to Ministers, Missionaries, Deaconesses, Irish Mission workers and Lay Agents who receive benefits a5 a result of their holding office or employment. However, this is incidental and necessary in order to further our charitable purpose. There are no other private benefits. The beneficiaries of this purpose are members, their families, Other individuals that the Presbyterian Church in Ireland is in direct and indirect contact with, the community in which pastoral services are provided and other communities throughout Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, and worldwide which benefit from our engagement with and support for both Christian and other secular organisations, charities and individual members of the public. The Kirk Session has had regard to the Charity Commission5 Public benefit requirement statutory guidance.
an GARRYDUFF CONGREGATION OF THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN IRELAND TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT (convd) FINANCIAL REVIEW The congregation's main source of income is members, contributions through the Weekly Freewill Offering. There were 104 contributors during the year [2021: 97} donating a total of £47,104 12021: £45,844). Total Income of the congregation during the year was £109,782. compared to £78,890 in the previous year. The main reason for the large increase in the income for 2022 is an insurance claim of £21,448 but the remainder is due to a return to our normal Church activities in 2022 following the pandemic. Total expenditure increased to £105,733 frorn £62,999 excluding depreciation. The increase in 2022 partially related to the expenditure to repair a leak in the manse which was paid for by the Church's insurance. The remaining increase is related to the return to our normal Church activites and the expenditure is similar to our pre-pandemic levels. STATEMENT OF TRUSTEE RESPONSIBILITIES The Trustees are responsible for preparing the annual report and the financial statements of the congregation in accordance with applicable law and generally accepted accounting practice. As the congregations total income does not exceed £250,000, the Trustees have elected under Section 6413) of the Charities Act {Northern Ireland) 2008 to prepare a receipts and payment account and statement of assets and liabilities. The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the congregation's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time its financial position. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the congregation and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. Approved by the Kirk Session on 13 June 2023 and signed on its behalf by Mr Stanley Lee MBE io