Annual Assembly (AGM)

Held in the latter half of the year, the Annual Assembly allows Governors to discuss, question, and elect Trustees. The chosen venue helps connect with an important aspect of the charity's work.

Annual Assembly 2025

The 347th Annual Assembly (AGM) will take place on Thursday 9 October 2025, at the CCLA Investment Management offices, One Angel Lane, London, EC4R 3AB.

We began with a Eucharist at the Church of Saint Magnus-the-Martyr at 10.30am, followed by the AGM and lunch at CCLA. Please note that you must bring photo ID with you in order to access the CCLA offices.

Key documents, such as the 2025 Annual Assembly Agenda, 2024 Annual Report and 2024 Annual Assembly Minutes, will follow closer to the time.

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The exterior of 1 Angel Lane, a glass building sat snug against the blue of the River Thames on a sunny day.

Annual Assembly 2024

The 346th Annual Assembly (AGM) was held on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at St Mellitus College (24 Collingham Road, London SW5 0LX), the largest theological college in England.

We began with a Eucharist, followed by the AGM and a cold lunch with wine.

Our keynote speaker was Dr Liz Graveling, a Senior Researcher for the Church of England. Liz is a colleague of the Trust, who recently collaborated with us on research into the wellbeing of UKME/GMH clergy.

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The exterior of St. Mellitus College, a brick church with stained glass windows.

Annual Assembly 2023

The 345th Annual Assembly (AGM) took place on Thursday 16 November 2023 at Southwark Cathedral (pictured).

The Rt Revd Humphrey Southern, Principal of Ripon College Cuddesdon shared his experience of the challenges faced by those in the early years of their ministry.

The Chief Executive, The Revd Ben Cahill-Nicholls and retiring Senior Treasurer, The Revd Canon Simon Butler shared updates on this year and the Trustee's Annual Report.

Particular highlight was given to the Trust's support of clergy children, and how donations and legacies can help continue this and the wider charitable work.

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Southwark Cathedral

Annual Assembly 2022

The 344th Annual Assembly took place on Thursday 17 November 2022 at St Margaret's Church, Westminster Abbey.

A speech was given by The Rt Revd Dr Chris Goldsmith, Director of Ministry for the Church of England.

The 2022-25 Strategy was presented by Chief Executive, The Revd Ben Cahill-Nicholls.

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St Margaret's Church, Westminster Abbey

Annual Assembly 2021

The 343rd Annual Assembly took place on Thursday 18 November 2021 in the Guard Room of Lambeth Palace.

The video on the right was shown during the meeting. It shared stories of the vital support received by four clergy and their families.

Please click on the link for the document you would like to read, which will download in PDF format.

Annual Assembly 2020

The following documents were for the 342nd Annual Assembly (formerly Annual General Court) of Clergy Support Trust held by Zoom on 12 November 2020. Please click on the link for the document you would like to read, which will download in PDF format.

Annual General Court 2019

The following documents were for the Annual General Court (AGM) meeting held on 14 November 2019. Please click on the link for the document you want to read, which will be downloaded in PDF format.