LAUNCESTON CENTRAL METHODIST CHURCH
The provision of regular public acts of worship open to members of the church and non-members alike. The provision of a sacred building for prayer and contemplation.The teaching of Christianity through sermons, courses and small groups. Pastoral work and visiting the sick and bereaved. Taking religious youth and children's assemblies and mentoring in schools. Promotion of Christianity by the above
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted funds decreased from £112,451 to £120,486 (including restricted funds total cash funds held increased from £122,181 to £131,663). The Treasurer's report notes that expenses rose with inflation, requiring the church to draw on savings to meet current running costs, although the Independent Examiner confirmed no material matters were found.
What the accounts disclose
“The main source of income is giving which has remained quite steady” — page 3
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/08/2024)
Trustees
- Rev Kapembwa Kondolochair
- Andrew James Statton
- Cathie Slocombe
- DAVID JOHN ALLEN
- DAVID MORTON JOHN ROGERSON
- ERIC WILLIAM ROWLAND
- Graham Chester
- Irene Stanbury
- JANET DOROTHY ROGERSON
- JOAN HELME
- Jennifer Worth
- Julia Clare Boundy
- Lois Olivia Atkin
- Marion Allen
- Maryanne Parsons
- Maureen Joyce Teixeira
- Mrs Sue Howe
- Pauline Smith
- Rosemary Eileen Paxman
- TREVOR BARRIBALL
- Valerie Carpenter
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £175k | £167k |
| 31/08/2024 | £590k | £564k |
| 31/08/2023 | £134k | £129k |
| 31/08/2022 | £135k | £132k |
| 31/08/2021 | £94k | £108k |
Common questions
Is LAUNCESTON CENTRAL METHODIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted funds decreased from £112,451 to £120,486 (including restricted funds total cash funds held increased from £122,181 to £131,663). The Treasurer's report notes that expenses rose with inflation, requiring the church to draw on savings to meet current running costs, although the Independent Examiner confirmed no material matters were found. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.