The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Hitchin, St Mary
Also known as: The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of Hitchin, Hitchin PCC
The PCC is responsible for promoting the mission of the Church of England throughout the town of Hitchin. It does this by working alongside the Team Rector and the other Team clergy in providing a wide range of activities and events - ecumenical, evangelical, pastoral, and social. All the churches are conscious that the communities they serve are varied in ethnicity, age, and economic wealth.
Activities & Mission
The PCC is responsible for promoting the mission of the Church of England throughout the town of Hitchin. It does this by working alongside the Team Rector and the other Team clergy in providing a wide range of activities and events - ecumenical, evangelical, pastoral, and social. All the churches are conscious that the communities they serve are varied in ethnicity, age, and economic wealth.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £463,886 | £297,714 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £294,686 | £542,573 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2022 | £456,441 | £477,286 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2021 | £473,971 | £451,455 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £460,664 | £378,278 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Hitchin, St Mary
What does The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Hitchin, St Mary do?
The PCC is responsible for promoting the mission of the Church of England throughout the town of Hitchin. It does this by working alongside the Team Rector and the other Team clergy in providing a wide range of activities and events - ecumenical, evangelical, pastoral, and social. All the churches are conscious that the communities they serve are varied in ethnicity, age, and economic wealth.
How much income did The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Hitchin, St Mary report in 2024?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Hitchin, St Mary reported total income of £464k and reported expenditure of £298k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Hitchin, St Mary registered as a charity?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Hitchin, St Mary was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 November 2009 as charity number 1132874. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Hitchin, St Mary?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Hitchin, St Mary is governed by a board of 17 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Christopher Edward Bunce MA MPHIL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Hitchin, St Mary operate?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Hitchin, St Mary operates in Hertfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Hitchin, St Mary a registered charity?
Yes — The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Hitchin, St Mary is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1132874.
Details
Churchyard
HITCHIN
Hertfordshire
SG5 1HP
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