THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF CHRIST CHURCH ORE
Public worship for all including providing sacred space for personal prayer. Upholding the sacraments of baptism & marriage. Pastoral work including visiting the sick, bereaved and taking of funerals. Teaching of Christianity. Taking of assemblies in schools. Promoting the whole mission of the Church. Supporting other charities in the UK and overseas.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a recurring deficit of £36,006 for the year ended 31 December 2024, a situation the trustees describe as being of 'great concern' because it would utilize all funds in less than a year. Unrestricted reserves decreased significantly to £19,156 from £39,968 in the previous year, while total income fell to £59,769 from £87,567. The charity holds £25,636 in cash and bank accounts but faces ongoing liabilities including a diocesan loan and regular operational costs.
What the accounts disclose
“Total donations and legacies 19,370 11,721 31,091 25,102” — page 13
“The recurring deficit of £(36,006) (2023: deficit £(37,113)) is of great concern as it will utilise all funds in less than a year.” — page 7
Trustees
- Carina Cruttenden
- Carole Anne Somers
- George Ford
- Glen Phillip Russell
- Jennifer Summers-Day
- Lucille Ann West
- ROBERT MARTIN WORTHING
- Rev Caroline Frances Morrison
- SUSAN PATRICIA WORTHING
- Sally Smith
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £60k | £78k |
| 31/12/2023 | £88k | £75k |
Common questions
Is THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF CHRIST CHURCH ORE financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a recurring deficit of £36,006 for the year ended 31 December 2024, a situation the trustees describe as being of 'great concern' because it would utilize all funds in less than a year. Unrestricted reserves decreased significantly to £19,156 from £39,968 in the previous year, while total income fell to £59,769 from £87,567. The charity holds £25,636 in cash and bank accounts but faces ongoing liabilities including a diocesan loan and regular operational costs. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF CHRIST CHURCH ORE?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF CHRIST CHURCH ORE as a grant recipient include THE ISABEL BLACKMAN FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ISABEL BLACKMAN FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £1k | Religion |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 10/03/2023 | £10k | Christ Church in action |