We believe that a vital part of belonging is helping to ‘pay the bills’. Making a regular financial contribution to the work of the local church is not only biblical but a very practical way of standing shoulder to shoulder with the whole church and demonstrating your commitment and support.

The work of St Aldates, clergy and staff salaries and property are all financed entirely from the contributions of its members. Additional income is raised through the commercial letting of our facilities to local charities, businesses and government for the upkeep of these facilities. A full financial report, audited accounts and annual budget are published each year and made available at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting. The elected PCC scrutinises and authorises expenditure throughout the year.

Visitors to the church are under no obligation to give.

• On a Sunday: Collections are taken as part of our worship at each of our Sunday services.
• By Standing Order: By far the easiest and most tax-efficient form of giving, helpful for our own budget projections, is to set up a monthly Standing Order: you can download a form (PDF format) here or pick one up from the Information Desk in Church on Sundays or from the Parish Centre Reception during office hours. If you are a UK taxpayer, please fill in the Gift Aid declaration in order for us to claim back 25 pence for each pound donated.
• By Bank Transfer: to account number 60724599, sort code 40-35-34. Please ensure that your name is included when you make a transfer or email your name and donation amount to the Accounts Team. This enables us to claim back Gift Aid where appropriate.
• Online: you can also donate online with a credit or debit card by clicking the button on the left-hand side of the page. Please note that you do not need a PayPal account to use this facility. A small percentage of your gift will be deducted by PayPal as a handling charge.