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Status
Received: on time
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Income
£82.3K
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Spending
£131.9K
Public benefits
The expression of the precepts of the Christian religion through engagement with the general public, and in particular with the disadvantaged, the sick, the elderly and the young is a public benefit. The direct benefit of participation in Church life includes the enjoyment of public worship and the giving and receiving of pastoral ministry,
improved understanding of the values relating to civic engagement, community cohesion and providing a bridge between diverse groups as well as improved educational outcomes through the Church’s ministry of teaching. The direct benefits flowing from this purpose include the provision of archive records, public enjoyment of cultural and historic buildings and artefacts such as church plate, furnishings and materials as well as an overall improved appreciation of longstanding Christian heritage. This can be measured and evidenced through increased social integration and pastoral care delivered at the point of need. The public valuation of the benefits can be evidenced through attendance at public worship, participation in Church governance and willingness to support through contributions the continuing witness of the Church. This is demonstrated through on-going provision of access to records and the use made of these records in, for example, research and genealogy, through conservation efforts in respect of records, property and artefacts and the subsequent and continued requests for access and use of our materials by wider society. There is no harm arising from the purposes. The wider benefit to the public will outweigh any detriment arising in the course of Christian outreach. The beneficiaries are the general public Any private benefit arising out of the fulfilment of our Christian ministry or to lay staff is essential to the fulfilment of the purpose of the advancement of religion. No Trustee receives remuneration, reward or other private benefit for carrying out their Trustee responsibility. No private benefit is received by trustees fulfilling their trustee responsibilities in respect of records, buildings or artefacts, but in the course of conservation and to make these accessible to the public, the engagement of professional staff and services is essential but incidental to the fulfilment of the purpose.
... [more] [less]What your organisation does
All the functions of the parish relate to the advancement of religion through holding regular worship and communicating with and caring for parishioners and others in our community Morning Prayer every Sunday consists of confession of sin, giving thanks, praising God, hearing God's Word and asking God for spiritual and practical help as well as
intercession for those in need. During the vacancy a Diocesan Pastoral Assistant visits the elderly and housebound in their homes or nursing homes. The minister in charge of the parish carries out hospital visiting. The sick and bereaved are prayed for during morning pmkrayer. The parish supports (through prayer and donations) missionary groups. Children of the parish take part in morning prayer especially at Harvest and Christmas. The weekly commitment to God of Church attenders demonstrates that God is relevant to everyone. The weekly teaching in Morning Prayer benefits those who attend, their faith is strengthened to be lights in the community throughout the week by sharing their faith,in kindness to the sick and lonely and giving practical help as needed. The monthly fellowship with a cup of tea after morning prayer is a welcome occasion for social interaction and support. Sunday School on Sunday mornings is a great opportunity to teach the fundamentals of the Christian Faith to children and young teens. A number of parishioners have completed the Safeguarding Trust regarding Child Protection policy. Relatives of former parishioners can access parish records and arrangements can be made with Church/Glebe Wardens to access the property at arranged times outside church services. The Parish has given careful consideration to the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland's guidance on public benefit to ensure that the activities entered into during the year have helped to achieve the Parishes objectives and activities as well as providing public benefit.
... [more] [less]The charity’s classifications
- The advancement of religion
Who the charity helps
- Children (5-13 year olds)
- General public
- Men
- Older people
- Preschool (0-5 year olds)
- Women
- Youth (14-25 year olds)
How the charity works
- Community development
- Counselling/support
- Medical/health/sickness
- Playgroup/after schools
- Religious activities
- Rural development
- Sport/recreation
- Volunteer development
- Youth development
