THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MATTHEW'S WESTMINSTER
St Matthew's Westminster is a church in the Catholic tradition of the Church of England where everyone is welcome whatever their background. The church seeks to develop an understanding of community in the heart of the city through its threefold ministry of prayer, hospitality and dialogue. The daily rhythm of Eucharist, Morning and Evening Prayer is at the heart of its common life.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity's unrestricted free reserves were in a deficit of £186,261 at the end of the year, which is significantly below the stated policy target of £175,000. Despite this deficit, the trustees report that the underlying net surplus improved and that there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue in operation.
What the accounts disclose
“The PCC intends to keep £175,000 in general free reserves to cover staff costs, working cash and unforeseen emergencies.”
“PCC member J Empett was paid a total of £2,760 for music and choral services rendered to the PCC during 2024.” — page 28
“M Risner (related party to Trustee E Risner) paid rental of £8,400 to the PCC for tower office space.” — page 28
“PCC member J Empett was paid a total of £2,760 for music and choral services rendered to the PCC during 2024.” — page 28
“M Risner (related party to Trustee E Risner) paid rental of £8,400 to the PCC for tower office space.” — page 28
“PCC member J Empett was paid a total of £2,760 for music and choral services rendered to the PCC during 2024.” — page 28
“M Risner (related party to Trustee E Risner) paid rental of £8,400 to the PCC for tower office space.” — page 28
“The conference centre is operated by a limited company with its own board of directors.” — page 17
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (15/03/2020)
Trustees
- Alastair Callcutt
- Craig Shenton Mr
- Daniel Johnson
- Daniel Joseph Binder
- Dr Ruth Kathryn MARTIN
- EITHNE RISNER
- JANE LOUISE KENNEDY
- JONATHAN WILLIAM PATRICK AITKEN
- Jessica Ellen Janetta Stewart
- Margaret Milburn ROBINSON
- Rev John William Henry
- Rev MICHAEL SKINNER
- SUSAN MARY LOWSON
- VELMARIE ANTOINETTE WYNTER
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £220k | £219k |
| 31/12/2023 | £218k | £212k |
| 31/12/2022 | £137k | £215k |
| 31/12/2021 | £170k | £167k |
| 31/12/2020 | £146k | £166k |
Common questions
Is THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MATTHEW'S WESTMINSTER financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity's unrestricted free reserves were in a deficit of £186,261 at the end of the year, which is significantly below the stated policy target of £175,000. Despite this deficit, the trustees report that the underlying net surplus improved and that there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue in operation. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.