CHRIST CHURCH WOKINGHAM
To provide a gospel-centred Christian witness to the community of Wokingham through regular public worship, pastoral support and work with children and young people. Christ Church is also committed to working with and supporting other Christian charity or non profit organisations in the Wokingham area and worldwide, to proclaim the gospel message and bring practical help to those in need.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The charity reported a small unrestricted deficit of £1,679 for the year, resulting in unrestricted reserves of £45,342. These reserves are above the stated policy target of £32,500, which is based on three months of general running costs. The trustees state the church is in good financial health, though they note this depends on continued growth and prudent management.
What the accounts disclose
“The total cost of Joel’s employment was £69,889 (2023: £66,185).”
“The total cost of Joel’s employment was £69,889 (2023: £66,185).”
“In line with this policy the reserves target for 2024 has been set at £32,500.”
Trustees
- Rev Joel Matthew Knightchair
- Elliot John Harding
- Eva Simmons
- Ian Alexander Stewart
- Jayne Yeo
- Joyce Ann Dunning
- Julie Wilding
- Linda Marie Clements
- Paul Hucklesby
- Philippa Ann Allan
- Scott Soithongsuk
- Simon Andrew James Fawkes
- Stephen Mark Hotchkiss
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £158k | £138k |
| 31/12/2024 | £115k | £117k |
| 31/12/2023 | £115k | £114k |
| 31/12/2022 | £100k | £93k |
| 31/12/2021 | £108k | £94k |
Common questions
Is CHRIST CHURCH WOKINGHAM financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The charity reported a small unrestricted deficit of £1,679 for the year, resulting in unrestricted reserves of £45,342. These reserves are above the stated policy target of £32,500, which is based on three months of general running costs. The trustees state the church is in good financial health, though they note this depends on continued growth and prudent management. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of CHRIST CHURCH WOKINGHAM earn?
Per its FY2024 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £69,889 band, and 1 employees earned over £60,000.
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHRIST CHURCH WOKINGHAM | £158k | £69,889 | 1 | above | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ALL SAINTS, WOKINGHAM | £472k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| KINGS CHURCH WOKINGHAM | £135k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF CHRIST CHURCH FULHAM | £384k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF CHRIST CHURCH WEST WIMBLEDON | £175k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF CHRIST CHURCH SELLY PARK | £213k | — | 0 | within | — | no doubt |