CHURCH IN THE BARN
Church in the Barn is a family church and we desire to see all ages come into a closer relationship with Christ Jesus. A warm welcome awaits anyone who wants to join us in worship in our gentle but lively style of praise every Sunday at 11am and 6.30pm.We also operate a Sunday School and a large youth club, 'Youth in the Barn' which meets every Friday evening at 7.30pm.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £532,605, significantly exceeding the trustees' stated policy target of maintaining bank balances at around £7,000 (one month's running costs). The charity reported a surplus of £52,619 for the year, with total income remaining static at £147,635 despite increased tithes and offerings.
What the accounts disclose
“Graham Emerson was paid a salary of £30,376 in the year (2024 - £25,000) in his capacity as Pastor. No trustees received any remuneration in their capacity as trustees.” — page 8
“The charity's aims to maintain bank balances at around the level of one month's running costs, which is around £7,000.” — page 4
“Graham Emerson was paid a salary of £30,376 in the year (2024 - £25,000) in his capacity as Pastor. No trustees received any remuneration in their capacity as trustees.” — page 8
“Graham Emerson was paid a salary of £30,376 in the year (2024 - £25,000) in his capacity as Pastor. No trustees received any remuneration in their capacity as trustees.” — page 8
“Graham and Clare Emerson have provided a loan to the charity as start up funding for the new church building. This loan is interest free and is being repaid over ten years. The balance outstanding at 31 August 2025 was £46,350 (2024 - £51,750).” — page 8
“Graham Emerson was paid a salary of £30,376 in the year (2024 - £25,000) in his capacity as Pastor. No trustees received any remuneration in their capacity as trustees.” — page 8
“Graham and Clare Emerson have provided a loan to the charity as start up funding for the new church building. This loan is interest free and is being repaid over ten years. The balance outstanding at 31 August 2025 was £46,350 (2024 - £51,750).” — page 8
Trustees
- BRIAN LITTLEPROUD
- CLARE ELIZABETH EMERSON
- GRAHAM ALEXANDER EMERSON
- MARTIN JOHN HALL BSC FCA
- RONA ELIZABETH LITTLEPROUD
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £148k | £95k |
| 31/08/2024 | £147k | £77k |
| 31/08/2023 | £121k | £64k |
| 31/08/2022 | £82k | £48k |
| 31/08/2021 | £88k | £42k |
Common questions
Is CHURCH IN THE BARN financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £532,605, significantly exceeding the trustees' stated policy target of maintaining bank balances at around £7,000 (one month's running costs). The charity reported a surplus of £52,619 for the year, with total income remaining static at £147,635 despite increased tithes and offerings. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of CHURCH IN THE BARN earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £30,001 - £40,000 band.
Funders of similar charities
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- CHRIST CHURCH HAYWARDS HEATH
- WEST KILBURN BAPTIST CHURCH
- THE CHURCH @ SWAN MEAD
- WORCESTER PARK BAPTIST CHURCH
- THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF CHRIST CHURCH BARNSTON
- THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST JAMES NEW BARNET
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHURCH IN THE BARN | £148k | £30,001 - £40,000 | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| CHRIST CHURCH HAYWARDS HEATH | £297k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| WEST KILBURN BAPTIST CHURCH | £168k | £40,001 - £50,000 | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE CHURCH @ SWAN MEAD | £102k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| WORCESTER PARK BAPTIST CHURCH | £255k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF CHRIST CHURCH BARNSTON | £225k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |