THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST GEORGE, EAST WORTHING
To show the love of God in the Ecclesiastical Parish of St George, Worthing by providing regular services of worship and conducting baptisms,weddings and funerals for people within the Parish or on the Parish Electoral Roll.Opening the buildings for suitable community use.Supporting voluntary organisations both in the UK and overseas.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported an overall deficit of £8,533 for the year ended 31 December 2025, driven by unrestricted funds despite transfers from restricted reserves. The trustees note that the charity is not paying its full Parish Ministry costs to the Diocese, although they aim to increase contributions as finances allow. Reserves are maintained above the stated policy target of three months' unrestricted payments, with a closing balance of £43,154 in general and deposit accounts.
What the accounts disclose
“Letting of investment property 21,549” — page 17
“It is PCC policy to maintain a balance on the general unrestricted funds (excluding property) which equates to approximately three months’ worth of unrestricted payments as contingency against unforeseen situations.” — page 8
“The Parish Administrator is a relative of a PCC member. Her employment is subject to a part-time contract and she received a salary of £6,808 plus refund of her expenses totalling £1,003 for office expenditure, publicity material, radio mic licence and cleaning supplies.” — page 20
“LHB Services is a business owned by a relative of a PCC member. LHB Services cleans the church hall and received £1,606.” — page 20
“The Parish Administrator is a relative of a PCC member. Her employment is subject to a part-time contract and she received a salary of £6,808 plus refund of her expenses totalling £1,003 for office expenditure, publicity material, radio mic licence and cleaning supplies.” — page 20
“LHB Services is a business owned by a relative of a PCC member. LHB Services cleans the church hall and received £1,606.” — page 20
Year-over-year changes
- Reserves position vs the charity's own policy moved from "below" (FY2024) to "above" (FY2025).
Trustees
- Ann Arch
- Bryan Carter
- CHRIS ATTWOOD
- Charles Edward Randall
- David William Docherty
- Helen Elizabeth Norton
- JAN HOLDEN
- Jennifer Jinks
- Kathryn Hughes-Burton
- LAURA JANE PRESTON
- MR K CALVER
- Margaret Calver
- ROBINA MARGARET EDSER
- Rev John Brendan Paul Brook
- Rev Susan Foster
- Tichaona Kundishora
- Tracey Geralds
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £163k | £171k |
| 31/12/2024 | £162k | £164k |
| 31/12/2023 | £159k | £164k |
| 31/12/2022 | £194k | £230k |
| 31/12/2021 | £180k | £108k |
Common questions
Is THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST GEORGE, EAST WORTHING financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported an overall deficit of £8,533 for the year ended 31 December 2025, driven by unrestricted funds despite transfers from restricted reserves. The trustees note that the charity is not paying its full Parish Ministry costs to the Diocese, although they aim to increase contributions as finances allow. Reserves are maintained above the stated policy target of three months' unrestricted payments, with a closing balance of £43,154 in general and deposit accounts. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST GEORGE, EAST WORTHING | £163k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF WROTHAM | £132k | — | 0 | below | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST GEORGE THE MARTYR, DEAL, KENT | £255k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST. GEORGE-IN-THE-EAST WITH ST. PAUL | £290k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF SAINT MARY AND ALL SAINTS WHALLEY | £116k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF THE MINSTER CHURCH OF ST. GEORGE, DONCASTER | £178k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |