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ACAT’s Training Newsletter
March 2025
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Hi Guest,
Like many of you, I started Lent yesterday – a time to pause, reflect and prepare. A time to draw closer to God, to consider what really matters and to make space for renewal in our lives. Whether you mark Lent with prayer, fasting (I’m giving up bread… with caveats!) or acts of kindness, I hope it brings you a fresh sense of purpose and peace.
We have two training courses left this term: our Being a Treasurer: The Basics course for those looking to learn the foundations of the role, and our Introduction to Trusteeship course, which offers a simple overview of what it means to be a trustee.
We are now looking ahead to what training we offer between Easter and the summer, and beyond. We hope to offer another Basics and another Gift Aid course as well as some others.
Please do let me if there is anything in particular that would be helpful. If there is a new subject area that is of interest then we will need time to develop the course, but it is good to know what assistance our members would like.
Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, the Gift Aid course originally scheduled for this evening has been postponed to Thursday, 3rd April 2025, from 6-9 PM. If you are already booked to attend this course, please check your emails for instructions. If you are not already booked, bookings have re-opened and will close on the first of April.
Thanks for all you do in your church, and I pray you feel encouraged and equipped as you serve.
Stay warm, and God bless!
Cath Fox
Administration Officer (Training)
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Spring Training Programme
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Gift Aid: Maximising the benefits and reducing the pitfalls (rescheduled)
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THIS COURSE HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED. If you booked onto this course prior to the 6 March, there is no need to re-book; please check your emails.
Are you adding to your church income by making the most of the tax relief from the donations your church receives?
This course provides a clear understanding of Gift Aid and the small donations scheme (GASDS), covering legal requirements, donor definitions, and essential record-keeping.
Who is it for?
This course is designed for church treasurers, trustees, finance managers, and anyone involved in gift aid management and submissions.
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Being a Treasurer: The Basics
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3 session course
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Date: Monday 10, 17, 24 March
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Are you looking for a guide through the minefield that is being a church treasurer?
Navigate the complexities of being a church treasurer with confidence through our comprehensive three-session course covering legal duties, financial processes, budgeting, gift aid, and more – all presented by experienced trainers in a live Zoom webinar setting tailored for both new and seasoned treasurers.
Who is it for?
This course is designed for all those who are church treasurers whether new to the role or just needing a refresher. It is also for those who support church treasurers and would like to know what is involved.
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Introduction to being a Church Trustee: Some things to think about
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So you’ve been asked to be part of your church governing body – what do you need to know before saying yes?
This course provides insight for those considering joining their church’s governing body, exploring the role’s responsibilities, eligibility, and its biblical context.
Who is it for?
This course is designed for anyone who has been asked, or is considering offering, to be part of the governing body of your church, PCC etc. Also those who are looking for potential future trustees for their church governing body.
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Charities Engagement Team – Upcoming webinars
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The Charity Commission for England and Wales registers and regulates charities to ensure that the public can support charities with confidence. Through regular events, the Charities Engagement Team supports trustees and charity leaders to manage their charities effectively.
No events are currently scheduled.
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To ensure our courses start promptly, bookings close 24 hours before online sessions begin. To help with this please do get your bookings in in good time.
If you have any trouble booking please do get in touch with Cath on training@acat.uk.com.
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If you have previously taken one of our courses, and you have a spare 5 minutes, we would greatly appreciate you leaving us your feedback; any feedback helps us to continue to develop and enhance the training we currently offer as well as new courses in the future.
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Thank you for your support.
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That’s it for our training newsletter for March. As a brief reminder, the bookings for our online courses generally close 24 hours prior to their start date, and several days before our in-person events. Don’t forget to visit our website and follow us on social media to keep up to date with ACAT’s latest news, events and courses.
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Charity no. 1072733 Registered address: Association of Church Accountants and Treasurers, C/O KM Accountants, 1st Floor, Block C, The Wharf, Manchester Road, Burnley, BB11 1JG.
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