THE CONFERENCE OF RELIGIOUS OF ENGLAND AND WALES
The charity promotes the welfare of Religious Institutes and Societies of Apostolic Life in England and Wales. It does this by: (1) Promoting closer co-operation with religious bodies, each other, and with individual bishops. (2) Providing representation with civil and ecclesiastical authorities.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that free reserves of £67,048 are slightly below the charity's stated policy target of six months' operating expenses, yet the trustees believe these reserves are sufficient to continue operations. The charity reports a net decrease in funds of £25,223 for the year, driven by investment losses, while noting that reliance on membership income poses a risk due to declining congregational numbers.
What the accounts disclose
“Comparing this to the charity’s reserves policy set out above, the charity’s free reserves are slightly below the level required.”
“During the year, the congregations to which the members of the Executive Committee belong made contributions to the charity totalling £20,455 (2024 – £30,905). These contributions consist of membership fees and donations.” — page 46
“During the year, the charity incurred rent and service charges totalling £2,000 (2024 £18,000) payable to the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (PSMG). PSMG, are members of the Conference of Religious in England and Wales.” — page 46
“During the year, the congregations to which the members of the Executive Committee belong made contributions to the charity totalling £20,455 (2024 – £30,905). These contributions consist of membership fees and donations.” — page 46
“During the year, the charity incurred rent and service charges totalling £2,000 (2024 £18,000) payable to the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (PSMG). PSMG, are members of the Conference of Religious in England and Wales.” — page 46
“During the year, the congregations to which the members of the Executive Committee belong made contributions to the charity totalling £20,455 (2024 – £30,905). These contributions consist of membership fees and donations.” — page 46
“During the year, the charity incurred rent and service charges totalling £2,000 (2024 £18,000) payable to the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (PSMG). PSMG, are members of the Conference of Religious in England and Wales.” — page 46
Trustees
- Fr James Gerard Briody SDB
- Rev Gladson Dabre OSA
- Sister Ann Sullivan SP
- Sister Anne Morris DHS
- Sister Ellen Teresa Flynn DC
- Sister Jane Maltby RSCJ
- Sister Jen Bromham IBVM
- Sister Margaret Mary Donovan HC
- Sister Mary Deane PBVM
- Sister Sarah Dobson CJ
- Very Rev Fr Richard Reid CSsR
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £265k | £256k |
| 30/09/2024 | £174k | £217k |
| 30/09/2023 | £149k | £258k |
| 30/09/2022 | £177k | £235k |
| 30/09/2021 | £263k | £251k |
Common questions
Is THE CONFERENCE OF RELIGIOUS OF ENGLAND AND WALES financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that free reserves of £67,048 are slightly below the charity's stated policy target of six months' operating expenses, yet the trustees believe these reserves are sufficient to continue operations. The charity reports a net decrease in funds of £25,223 for the year, driven by investment losses, while noting that reliance on membership income poses a risk due to declining congregational numbers. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Buzzacott Audit LLP.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| CATHOLIC CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £8k |
| THE SISTERS OF THE POOR CHILD JESUS | 1 | £6k |
| EDITH BESSIE GIBSON TRUST | 1 | £3k |
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- THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF COVENTRY ALL SAINTS
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE CONFERENCE OF RELIGIOUS OF ENGLAND AND WALES | £265k | — | 0 | below | — | no doubt |
| CATHOLIC TRUST FOR ENGLAND AND WALES | £10.9m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| SCHOENSTATT MOVEMENT IN ENGLAND AND WALES | £160k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| MATER ECCLESIAE CIO | £354k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF COVENTRY ALL SAINTS | £235k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST PETER, FULHAM | £420k | — | — | below | — | no doubt |