THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST THOMAS A BECKET, PAGHAM
Regular public worship open to all.Provision of sacred space for personal prayer and contemplation.Pastoral work, including visiting the sick and the bereaved.Promoting the whole mission of the Church through provision of activities for senior citizens, parents & toddlers and youth.Supporting other charities in the UK and overseas.Teaching of Christianity through sermons, small groups and courses.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £43,456 for the year, resulting in a decrease in unrestricted funds. The trustees note that the charity is dependent on a limited number of major donors and hall hirers, and face uncertainties regarding future income and rising utility costs. Despite these risks, the independent examiner reported no material matters requiring attention.
What the accounts disclose
“It is PCC policy to maintain a balance on the general unrestricted funds (excluding property) which equates to approximately two months' worth of unrestricted payments as contingency against unforeseen situations.” — page 7
Trustees
- Rev Julian McAllenchair
- DAVID KENNETH SMITH
- ELIZABETH COOPER
- EMILY ELLEN SIEMIENIEC
- LINDA ELIZABETH HILL
- MICHAEL WILLIAM SHAFER
- MRS MO HATZFELD
- Richard Graham Rundle
- Rosemary Towse
- SEBASTIAN JERZY SIEMIENIEC
- STEPHEN ARTHUR COX-RUSBRIDGE
- SUSAN O'NEILL
- TRUDI FRANCES KEARSLEY
- William Mitchell
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £94k | £132k |
| 31/12/2023 | £98k | £85k |
| 31/12/2022 | £139k | £85k |
| 31/12/2021 | £92k | £127k |
| 31/12/2020 | £150k | £252k |
Common questions
Is THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST THOMAS A BECKET, PAGHAM financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £43,456 for the year, resulting in a decrease in unrestricted funds. The trustees note that the charity is dependent on a limited number of major donors and hall hirers, and face uncertainties regarding future income and rising utility costs. Despite these risks, the independent examiner reported no material matters requiring attention. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 12/06/2018 | £100k | "Repairs to roof of Grade 1 listed church preserving the heritage for future generations" |