THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF SS PHILIP AND JAMES, WHITTON
Regular public worship open to all | The provision of sacred space for personal prayer and contemplation | Pastoral work, including visiting the sick and the bereaved | Teaching of Christianity through sermons, courses and small groups | Taking of religious assemblies in schools | Promoting the whole mission of the Church through provision of activities for all.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £6,532 on its unrestricted general fund for the year ended 31 December 2025, resulting in an overall net surplus of £20,221 across all funds. The trustees confirm that unrestricted cash balances and amounts payable exceed their stated reserves policy target of £30,000, which is equivalent to three months of unrestricted payments. The filing notes no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“A total of £70,854 was received from the voluntary giving of our regular members and those attending services, providing 55% of income.” — page 7
“It is PCC policy to try to maintain a balance on unrestricted funds which equates to at least 3 months unrestricted payments. This is equivalent to £30,000.” — page 7
Trustees
- Anna Benson
- CHRISTOPHER DAVID RAYMOND
- Colin Downey
- Denise Moore
- Dina Carol Bartle
- Durga Devi Meenakshi MSundaran
- Hilary Jane Williamson
- Ian Clabon
- Madeleine Joyce Swann
- Mark Johnson
- Paul Guthrie
- Peter Norman Lee
- Rev Kate O'Sullivan
- Rosemary Francis Hodi
- Susan Lesley Hodder-Hesling
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £156k | £136k |
| 31/12/2024 | £274k | £117k |
| 31/12/2023 | £138k | £145k |
| 31/12/2022 | £157k | £148k |
| 31/12/2021 | £106k | £89k |
Common questions
Is THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF SS PHILIP AND JAMES, WHITTON financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £6,532 on its unrestricted general fund for the year ended 31 December 2025, resulting in an overall net surplus of £20,221 across all funds. The trustees confirm that unrestricted cash balances and amounts payable exceed their stated reserves policy target of £30,000, which is equivalent to three months of unrestricted payments. The filing notes no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.