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Status
Received: on time
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Income
£37.2K
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Spending
£40.8K
Public benefits
The expression of the precepts of the Christian faith through engagement with the general public, and in particular with the disadvantaged, the sick, the elderly and the young is a public benefit. This can be measured and evidenced through increased social integration and pastoral care delivered at the point of need. 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 wider benefit to the public will significantly outweigh any possible detriment arising in the course of Christian outreach. The beneficiaries are the general public, and 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. 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.
... [more] [less]What your organisation does
The organisation carries out these purposes by organising and running a church and its associated activities. We hold weekly Sunday morning services which provide interested members of the public with access to an informal and inclusive worship and theological learning space. These services are open to and inclusive of anyone, regardless of
religion, sexuality, race, ability or political disposition. We facilitate smaller group gatherings through the week such as study groups, sharing and caring groups and community care teams. These teams will help disadvantaged local residents with minor DIY home repairs, gardening and small painting jobs. We also visit church members who are housebound to provide pastoral care and so that they may be included in sacramental elements such as communion. We host monthly clergy gatherings (Catholic and protestant) for the purposes of sharing ideas and building mutual respect between churches in the town. We facilitate weddings, funerals and baptisms for anyone who asks - whether a member of the church or not. We provide informal counselling, advice and compassionate services to those who are struggling with difficult personal or life issues. We employ a youth worker who runs a weekly evening youth club at the local YMCA which specifically caters to those young people who might not otherwise feel included within faith based settings. We maintain a website and social media presence for the purposes of notifying members and the public of our activities and how they may be accessed.
... [more] [less]The charity’s classifications
- The advancement of religion
Who the charity helps
- General public
How the charity works
- Religious activities
