WEM BAPTIST CHURCH
We seek to spread the Bible's message of Jesus and develop people's knowledge and trust in him. We do this mainly through meetings and events organised by the Church, through its website, or by invitation from schools, radio stations and other organisations. Pastoral care is given to people living in the area. We support Missionary and outreach work in North Shropshire, nationally and worldwide.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the church entered 2025 with a solid cash balance of over £80,000 and maintained a healthy opening cash position throughout the year. The trustees report that financial giving remained strong, resulting in a surplus of £15,328 and no difficulties in meeting regular financial commitments. Unrestricted reserves are held at £79,698, which significantly exceeds the stated policy target of £10,000.
What the accounts disclose
“The Managing Trustees maintain a balance on unrestricted funds of £10,000 to cover emergency situations that may arise from time to time.” — page 6
“During 2024, one of the elders was a full-time paid worker (as pastor).”
Trustees
- Nathan Philip Godfrey Burleychair
- Benjamin Thomas Townsend
- Elizabeth Patricia Dakin
- JOHN PAUL TOWERS
- Jonathan Michael Berry
- Lyn Towers
- Richard Antony Carding
- Robin John Townsend
- Roger Michael Howarth
- Stephen Robert Berry
- Timothy William Whitaker Towers
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £119k | £104k |
| 31/12/2023 | £115k | £97k |
| 31/12/2022 | £106k | £103k |
| 31/12/2021 | £85k | £101k |
| 31/12/2020 | £83k | £69k |
Common questions
Is WEM BAPTIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the church entered 2025 with a solid cash balance of over £80,000 and maintained a healthy opening cash position throughout the year. The trustees report that financial giving remained strong, resulting in a surplus of £15,328 and no difficulties in meeting regular financial commitments. Unrestricted reserves are held at £79,698, which significantly exceeds the stated policy target of £10,000. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.