We hope that you find this page helpful and that you are able to find the information you are looking for. We are always looking to improve these pages, so if you have any suggestions or ideas for things that should be covered, please let Chris Boden know.
If you would like more information on a particular topic, please contact the Finance Team.
Useful Links
Association of Church Accountants and Treasurers (ACAT) is an organisation set up to help church treasurers, and treasurers within the Diocese of Worcester can claim free membership, all the details can be found here
JustMoney Movement - aims to "work towards a world where money is used to shape a fairer, greener future."
Parish Buying uses the bulk buying power of the Church of England to negotiate competitive prices with approved suppliers across a range of products.
Parish Resources is a free Church of England website covering topics on the practical and governance aspects of running a church.
Accounts
Help on putting together your accounts and software that can help you.
Budgets
Help on putting together a budget and why it is important for your church.
Church Expenses
Help and resources to help you cut your church's costs.
Diocesan and Parochial Fees
Details of Diocesan, Parochial and other fees
Finding a new Treasurer
Advice for finding a new treasurer and where they can find help.
Fundraising, Grants and VAT
Help on finding and putting together grant applications.
Gift Aid & GASDS
Help with Gift Aid and GASDS.
Insurance & Risk Management
Help on finding insurance and managing risks.
Legacies
Help with encouraging legacies in your church and what to do when you receive one.
Managing Money
Help with reserves, banks and the different types of funds.
Ministry Share
Help and resources about Ministry Share, including Lowest Income Community grants and Minsitry Support Fund grants.
Stewardship
Help with encouraging generous giving within your churches and the tools to make it easier.
