As you know our Chaplain, Joy Adams, retired at the end of May and we have been so fortunate to have benefitted from her ministry over the last 8 years.

Thanks to Joy's work, the outreach of Whirlow and the extent of its ministry have increased substantially, and the Board have felt it right that we should advertise for a new Chaplain on the basis that this will be a paid post (4 days per week). In recent years Whirlow Grange Ltd has been in the fortunate position of making surpluses in its annual accounts. Our main source of income is from our Endowment Fund, and this has been supplemented by generous donations from a number of our supporters. Ticketed events have broken even in the last few years.

Our expenditure includes the upkeep of the Chapel of the Holy Spirit and adjoining rooms, and we are grateful to share these costs in our Partnership with the Parish of All Saints Ecclesall. The cost of free events including worship is borne by the Partnership. In addition, Whirlow Grange Ltd bears the overhead costs of staff salaries, hospitality and IT and office expenses.

Although our finances will be significantly challenged by additionally funding the salary and pension of our new Chaplain, the Board has felt it right to take this step after prayerful discernment that we should move forward in faith and with confidence in God’s future purposes for Whirlow. In order to secure this new model of Chaplaincy, as well as planning and developing future programmes, we would be happier if more income came from regular donations. If you are able to give monthly or increase your regular giving – that would be wonderful.

A gift aid declaration enhances your donation by 25%. If you have any queries please contact John in the office,

We are blessed in many ways - and aim to share that with all our visitors. Thank you.

Richard Blackburn David Booker
Chairman Director