WOKINGHAM BAPTIST CHURCH
The Church provides public services of Christian worship on Sundays with a full children's programme.Small groups aim to encourage the growth of faith and discipleship.4321 is a drop-in parent and toddler group for children aged 4 and below and Sunbeams is for pre-schoolers. An ever changing set of activities for young people also takes place.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net movement in funds of -£1,932,726 for the year, primarily driven by a £1,967,410 revaluation loss on its church premises. Despite this significant non-cash reduction in net assets, the charity holds total funds of £3,035,086, comprising unrestricted funds of £107,650 and restricted funds of £2,927,436. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to attention that would hinder a proper understanding of the accounts.
What the accounts disclose
“No employee received total emoluments in excess of £60,000 during the year.” — page 10
“The church is in receipt of a loan from the Baptist Union Corporation as set out in note 13.” — page 15
“The church made donations to the Baptist Union Home Mission Scheme as set out in note 7.” — page 15
“The church is in receipt of a loan from the Baptist Union Corporation as set out in note 13.” — page 15
“The church made donations to the Baptist Union Home Mission Scheme as set out in note 7.” — page 15
Trustees
- Anna Maria Rogerson
- David James Kitching
- Elizabeth Nixon
- Frances Louise Jeffery
- Kai Chi Chan
- Rev Nick Hudson
- Rev Savannah Rose Bell
- Sharon Elisabeth Baynham
- Susan Anne Chapman
- Timothy James Clark
- Yuen Chun Tong
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £268k | £233k |
| 31/12/2023 | £244k | £217k |
| 31/12/2022 | £241k | £238k |
| 31/12/2021 | £226k | £209k |
| 31/12/2020 | £243k | £217k |
Common questions
Is WOKINGHAM BAPTIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net movement in funds of -£1,932,726 for the year, primarily driven by a £1,967,410 revaluation loss on its church premises. Despite this significant non-cash reduction in net assets, the charity holds total funds of £3,035,086, comprising unrestricted funds of £107,650 and restricted funds of £2,927,436. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to attention that would hinder a proper understanding of the accounts. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of WOKINGHAM BAPTIST CHURCH earn?
Per its FY2024 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the Under £60,000 band.
Who funds WOKINGHAM BAPTIST CHURCH?
Funders whose own accounts filings name WOKINGHAM BAPTIST CHURCH as a grant recipient include Wokingham United Charities.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wokingham United Charities | FY2024 | £1k | |
| Wokingham United Charities | FY2025 | £0 | Relief in Need |
Charities like this
- THE NEW LIFE CHURCH, WOKING
- THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ALL SAINTS, WOKINGHAM
- WORCESTER PARK BAPTIST CHURCH
- SITTINGBOURNE BAPTIST CHURCH
- CHRIST CHURCH WOKINGHAM
- THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST JOHN THE BAPTIST, WEST WICKHAM
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WOKINGHAM BAPTIST CHURCH | £268k | Under £60,000 | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE NEW LIFE CHURCH, WOKING | £410k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ALL SAINTS, WOKINGHAM | £472k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| WORCESTER PARK BAPTIST CHURCH | £255k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| SITTINGBOURNE BAPTIST CHURCH | £165k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CHRIST CHURCH WOKINGHAM | £158k | £69,889 | 1 | above | — | no doubt |