ST TEILO'S CHURCH
Regular public worship open to all, Pastoral work, teaching of Christianity through sermons, courses and small groups. Furthering the vision with activities for parents, toddlers, asylum seekers, vulnerable adults.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a net deficit of £78,438, driven by unrestricted funds being in deficit by £113,445. The trustees confirm the entity is a going concern, citing continued congregational support and financial direction from the Church in Wales, while noting that reserves are currently below the stated policy target of three months' expenditure.
What the accounts disclose
“At the end of 2024 there was a balance of £11k (£88k in 2023) of net unrestricted current assets available to meet projected expenditure. At the end of 2024 the target of 3 months would indicate a free reserves level of £90k.” — page 8
“I have identified matters of concern that give me reasonable cause to believe that: Accounting records have not been kept in accordance with s.130 of the 2011 Act” — page 10
“Ellie Byrne, the wife of the Revd Ryan Forey (who was a trustee), was paid a total of £1,500 in 2024 (£5,500 in 2023) for her role as associate volunteer pastor.” — page 23
“he did authorise, instruct or make payments to himself and his wife, namely (a) payments of £300 per month in lieu of fees for parochial fees for occasional office services which were not conducted and (b) £500 per month “clergy spouse” payments.”
“Ellie Byrne, the wife of the Revd Ryan Forey (who was a trustee), was paid a total of £1,500 in 2024 (£5,500 in 2023) for her role as associate volunteer pastor.” — page 23
“he did authorise, instruct or make payments to himself and his wife, namely (a) payments of £300 per month in lieu of fees for parochial fees for occasional office services which were not conducted and (b) £500 per month “clergy spouse” payments.”
“Ellie Byrne, the wife of the Revd Ryan Forey (who was a trustee), was paid a total of £1,500 in 2024 (£5,500 in 2023) for her role as associate volunteer pastor.” — page 23
“he did authorise, instruct or make payments to himself and his wife, namely (a) payments of £300 per month in lieu of fees for parochial fees for occasional office services which were not conducted and (b) £500 per month “clergy spouse” payments.”
“The PCC accng as Board of Trustees have submiYed a Serious Incident Report to the Charity Commission.” — page 3
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2023)
Trustees
- Rev Mark Simpsonchair
- Amber Baker
- Andrew Watts
- Andy Ralph
- Bryon Castle
- Daniel Mark Benham
- Joseph Christopher Miles
- Joy Beverley Watson
- Mathew Chacko
- Rhian Griffiths
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £469k | £564k |
| 31/12/2023 | £996k | £948k |
| 31/12/2022 | £914k | £714k |
| 31/12/2021 | £455k | £576k |
Common questions
Is ST TEILO'S CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a net deficit of £78,438, driven by unrestricted funds being in deficit by £113,445. The trustees confirm the entity is a going concern, citing continued congregational support and financial direction from the Church in Wales, while noting that reserves are currently below the stated policy target of three months' expenditure. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds ST TEILO'S CHURCH?
Funders whose own accounts filings name ST TEILO'S CHURCH as a grant recipient include CHURCH REVITALISATION TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHURCH REVITALISATION TRUST | FY2021 | £25k | Social Transformation Grants |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 03/08/2023 | £10k | Tots and Toddlers |