Giving to the work of God and the parish
Keynsham Parish relies on the generosity of individuals to cover the costs of the majority of our ministry and mission costs. We have a strong stewardship tradition with the majority of our members pledging to give regularly through one of our Planned Giving Schemes, this could be monthly or annually whatever suits. Everyone is invited to consider whether giving to the work of God in monetary terms, rightly reflects all that we have and enjoy; and what in our heart we want to give to a God who has given us so much in the first place. Each year we ask church members to review their giving, this may be adjusting it up or down or neither.
Each church contributes to Bath and Wells Diocese to cover the cost of clergy, pensions, houses etc in addition to the running costs of their own church and other parish support costs. These costs are considerable and whilst we raise funds through the hiring of our buildings and other means, the bulk of what we do is only possible through the outstanding generosity of our church members. How we spend our money is all available to view in our annual accounts and presented at our Annual General Meetings and Annual Parochial Church meeting.
Some members are able to give more and some less, everyone must decide what is appropriate to their situation, all is gratefully received.
If you would like more information about joining the Planned Giving Scheme, or giving generally, or leaving a legacy to the church in your will, please contact Jane Stockall at: ajstockall@hotmail.com or via the parish office. [NB there are pledge cards for your use in all the churches.] Thank you.
How should I give?
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Whether giving a one off gift or a monthly donation, those giving to St Francis, are encouraged to give by bank transfer. The easiest way to do this is through your online banking provider.
The account details are as follows:-
Account name: St Francis Church, Keynsham
Sort Code: 77-73-11
Account number: 34197860
Alternatively, Banker’s Standing Order forms may be obtained from Jane Stockall (Stewardship Secretary) by emailing ajstockall@hotmail.com.
There are many advantages of using standing orders for both you and the church. When you start or amend your pledge please make sure you notify your bank, the church cannot do this for you.
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Whether giving a one off gift or a monthly donation, those giving to St John’s are encouraged to give online using the Parish Giving Scheme (PGS).
Many churches across the country already use the PGS for their planned giving it is owned by the Church of England. There are no bank charges or hidden costs, and Gift Aid is quickly processed and sent back to St John’s.
It is so easy to do!!
Do it on line by clicking the link below or by calling 0333 002 1260 or by speaking with our stewardship secretary Jane Stockall ajstockall@hotmail.com
Give via the Parish Giving Scheme
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Whether giving a one off gift or a monthly donation, those giving to St Margaret’s, are encouraged to give by bank transfer. The easiest way to do this is through your online banking provider.
The account details are as follows:-
Alternatively, Banker’s Standing Order forms may be obtained from Jane Stockall (Stewardship Secretary) by emailing ajstockall@hotmail.com.
There are many advantages of using standing orders for both you and the church. When you start or amend your pledge please make sure you notify your bank, the church cannot do this for you.
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Whether giving a one off gift or a monthly donation, those giving to St Michael’s, are encouraged to give by bank transfer. The easiest way to do this is through your online banking provider.
The account details are as follows:-
Account name: St Mchls PCC
Sort Code: 60-12-11
Account number: 62325248
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IBANGB55NWBK60121162325248
Alternatively, Banker’s Standing Order forms may be obtained from Jane Stockall (Stewardship Secretary) by emailing ajstockall@hotmail.com.
There are many advantages of using standing orders for both you and the church. When you start or amend your pledge please make sure you notify your bank, the church cannot do this for you.
If you pay income tax
Under GIFT AID the Church can recover from the HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) the tax that you paid on your offering.
If you are giving to St John’s the easiest way to do this is online through the parish giving scheme.
For other churches or when giving through other methods every giver who is paying tax should fill in a GIFT AID declaration form which can also be obtained from Jane Stockall (Stewardship Secretary). We are also able to claim back the tax on small or large occasional gifts to the church, provided we have a record of the amount you have given. Special yellow GIFT AID envelopes are also available in church for occasional use.
If you pay basic rate tax under Gift Aid we can claim 25p back from HMRC for every £1 donated, donate £100 and it becomes worth £125. If you pay income tax at the higher rate and want to receive the additional tax relief due to you, you must include all your GIFT AID donations on your self-assessment tax return or ask HM Revenue and Customs to adjust your tax code.
Pledge Card
These should be available at each church and should be completed and returned to Jane Stockall in its envelope via the collection plate or directly to the Parish Office.Only Jane and the Church Treasurer will know how much you are giving. Please return any completed GIFT AID declaration forms to Jane and any STANDING ORDER instructions directly to your bank.
Legacy Policy
The Parochial Church Council has an agreed legacy policy. This is now publicised so that all of us know how the parish will handle any money we might generously leave to any of the churches of the Parish in our Will.
“The Keynsham Parochial Church Council (PCC) reaffirms its commitment to encouraging people to make and review their Wills as part of their Christian stewardship. It welcomes church members leaving gifts in their Wills for the general purposes of the parish, and if they wish to specific churches within the parish. The PCC’s policy is to use gifts in Wills to fund significant development projects in the parish whether buildings, equipment, or staff. Because it may not be possible to fulfil specific donor requests, we prefer gifts to be subject to minimum restrictions.”