THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MATTHEW, READING
Regular public worship open to all. Providing sacred space for personal prayer. Pastoral work, including visiting the sick and bereaved. Teaching of Christianity through sermons, courses and small groups. Religious assemblies in schools. Promoting the whole mission of the Church through activities for senior citizens, young people, parents and toddlers and other special needs groups.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity incurred a net deficit of £11,347 for the year, driven by voluntary income reductions and increased costs. However, the unrestricted general reserve stands at £66,500, which is above the stated policy target of three months' running costs (£43,060). The trustees confirm there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue.
What the accounts disclose
“Pads and Kirstie Dolphin were recompensed £1,700, as disclosed in the Clergy - The Ministry expense account (note 3)” — page 21
Trustees
- Abigail Fryer-Saxby
- Alan Chandler
- Brian Day
- Chisom Umeh
- David Kenneth Horne
- Liberty Umeh
- MRS G RUDMAN
- Mary Elizabeth Day
- STEPHEN RUDMAN
- Zoe Ferguson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £176k | £160k |
| 31/12/2023 | £158k | £157k |
| 31/12/2022 | £114k | £126k |
| 31/12/2021 | £113k | £120k |
| 31/12/2020 | £120k | £113k |
Common questions
Is THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MATTHEW, READING financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity incurred a net deficit of £11,347 for the year, driven by voluntary income reductions and increased costs. However, the unrestricted general reserve stands at £66,500, which is above the stated policy target of three months' running costs (£43,060). The trustees confirm there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 05/09/2024 | £20k | Community hub and Cookery school |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 23/06/2023 | £10k | St Matthews After-School Hub |