SOMERSHAM BAPTIST CHURCH
-regular public worship, prayer, Bible study, preaching and teaching;-baptism;-communion;-evangelism and mission;-the teaching, encouragement;-nurture and growth of Christian disciples;-education and training for Christian;-pastoral care;-supporting and encouraging charitable social action;-encouraging relationships with and supporting Baptists and other Christians.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves of £37,452 are below the trustees' stated policy target range of £29,000 to £39,000. The charity reports a surplus for the year and confirms it has no further liability for its former defined benefit pension scheme.
What the accounts disclose
“The church raises funds which it needs to carry on its activities from within its own membership and congregation. No wider public appeal was made for funds during the year.” — page 4
“the trustees have determined that the appropriate level of reserves is in the range of £29,000 to £39,000.”
Trustees
- Dr Joshua Robert Xavier Ross
- Graham Roderick Lodge
- Louise Emma Peroni
- Thomas Anthony Cooney
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £33k | £33k |
| 31/12/2023 | £24k | £16k |
| 31/12/2022 | £24k | £18k |
| 31/12/2021 | £28k | £13k |
| 31/12/2020 | £31k | £13k |
Common questions
Is SOMERSHAM BAPTIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves of £37,452 are below the trustees' stated policy target range of £29,000 to £39,000. The charity reports a surplus for the year and confirms it has no further liability for its former defined benefit pension scheme. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.