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Christian Science Society, Portsmouth And Chichester

Also known as: Christian Science Society, Portsmouth

Christian Science Society, Portsmouth and Chichester is a branch of The Mother Church, The First Church of Christ, Scientist, Boston Massachusetts, USA. It provides Sunday Services, Wednesday Testimony meetings, Bible Lesson Read-overs, metaphysical meetings and a Reading Room that provides literature relating to the teachings of Christian Science.

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Activities & Mission

Christian Science Society, Portsmouth and Chichester is a branch of The Mother Church, The First Church of Christ, Scientist, Boston Massachusetts, USA. It provides Sunday Services, Wednesday Testimony meetings, Bible Lesson Read-overs, metaphysical meetings and a Reading Room that provides literature relating to the teachings of Christian Science.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£38,970
Latest Expenditure
£29,662

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 76.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 76.1%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

The Commission record shows these related events on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2025 — Christian Science Society Chichester (organisation 1029527)
  • Asset transfer in in 2020 — Christian Science Society, Eastbourne (organisation 5063408)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£38,970
£29,6620 / 2
2023
£33,293
£43,1280 / 5
2022
£93,224
£32,9630 / 1
2021
£24,544
£40,6030 / 0
2020
£13,664
£12,6670 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Christian Science Society, Portsmouth And Chichester

What does Christian Science Society, Portsmouth And Chichester do?

Christian Science Society, Portsmouth and Chichester is a branch of The Mother Church, The First Church of Christ, Scientist, Boston Massachusetts, USA. It provides Sunday Services, Wednesday Testimony meetings, Bible Lesson Read-overs, metaphysical meetings and a Reading Room that provides literature relating to the teachings of Christian Science.

How much income did Christian Science Society, Portsmouth And Chichester report in 2024?

Christian Science Society, Portsmouth And Chichester reported total income of £39k and reported expenditure of £30k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Christian Science Society, Portsmouth And Chichester registered as a charity?

Christian Science Society, Portsmouth And Chichester was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 April 2016 as charity number 1166463. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs Christian Science Society, Portsmouth And Chichester?

Christian Science Society, Portsmouth And Chichester is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is RICHARD SOUTAR. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Christian Science Society, Portsmouth And Chichester operate?

Christian Science Society, Portsmouth And Chichester operates across 2 areas: Portsmouth City and West Sussex.

Is Christian Science Society, Portsmouth And Chichester a registered charity?

Yes — Christian Science Society, Portsmouth And Chichester is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1166463.

Details

Address
Christian Science Society
178 London Road
PORTSMOUTH
PO2 9DP
Registration Date
11 April 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5068179
Charity Number
1166463

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Trustees

RICHARD SOUTAR Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Cora Magee
RODNEY SOMERSET DE CHAIR

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Christian Science Society, Portsmouth
  • Christian Science Society, Portsmouth and Chichester

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