ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST, KINGSTON UPON THAMES
St John the Evangelist is an Anglican church at the heart of the Spring Grove neighbourhood in Kingston upon Thames. We provide an open, welcoming and inclusive space where people can explore their faith in fellowship with others. We offer regular Sunday services and social events. Our church also hosts community group activities and concerts and has close ties with St John's CofE Primary School.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the church operated at a deficit of £9,601 in unrestricted funds for the year, driven by a 14.8% increase in expenditure, particularly in energy and repairs. Despite this, total reserves stood at £83,388, with £15,964 held in unrestricted funds, which is below the PCC's stated policy minimum of £30,000 in liquid reserves.
What the accounts disclose
“This year was another record year for Fundraising revenue at St John’s with income of £27,148. After expenses of £12,342 mainly on stock for the Banquet Records bars, we raised a net £14.8k.” — page 10
“It is the policy of the PCC to keep a minimum £30k in liquid reserves to cover unforeseen emergencies or loss of regular income and this is only achieved by including the legacy money.”
Trustees
- Lindiwe Maseko
- Michael Wraight
- Monika Sosnowska
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £120k | £125k |
| 31/12/2023 | £105k | £109k |
| 31/12/2022 | £104k | £94k |
| 31/12/2021 | £87k | £87k |
| 31/12/2020 | £121k | £161k |
Common questions
Is ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST, KINGSTON UPON THAMES financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the church operated at a deficit of £9,601 in unrestricted funds for the year, driven by a 14.8% increase in expenditure, particularly in energy and repairs. Despite this, total reserves stood at £83,388, with £15,964 held in unrestricted funds, which is below the PCC's stated policy minimum of £30,000 in liquid reserves.