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LiveSimply
LiveSimply
LIVESIMPLY
This section of the website reflects Bishop Eton's Live Simply journey For St Mary's journey visit https://www.stmaryswoolton.org.uk/en/living-simply
In March 2024 both parishes were awarded the Live Simply Award.
In September 2025 the parishes of Our Lady of the Annunciation Bishop Eton, St Mary's Woolton and St John Vianney joined forces to form LiveSimplyTogether
Purpose:
We care about Creation and we care about people who are living in poverty.
We celebrate the wonders of the natural world and the diversity of our brothers and sisters, both here and right across the planet.
We are really worried about the impact that the climate crisis and other environmental threats are having on our world, particularly the impact on the poor.
We are committed to promote a variety of actions and initiatives across our two Parishes, which will help us to live out our faith by caring for our common home.
Aim
We aim to be a catalyst for change, inspiring the parishioners of Bishop Eton and St Mary's to live more simply, more sustainably and in greater solidarity with the poor.
Patron
Prior to his death in April 20206 Fr Jim Casey C.Ss.R was our patron, there are no plans to replace him.
Contact details
For further information and to help with the project contact Pauline Volk at
LIVESIMPLY MESSAGE 25.11.26
We aim to live more simply, sustainably and in solidarity with others
October is UN disarmament week. When all the recent talk has been about increases in defence spending, it is currently difficult to see how we can reach a point where countries in the world would be discussing disarmament rather than creating more weapons. Only the power of prayer can persuade the leaders of nations to agree to peaceful means of resolving conflict and reducing threats of war.
“Lord Jesus; Today we strive to bring about a world where all your children live free from the threat of violence and war. May we be inspired by your love. Mary Queen of Peace pray for us”.
LIVESIMPLY MESSAGE 18.10.26
We aim to live more simply, sustainably and in solidarity with others
October is walk to school month: Do you usually drive your children to school? Is walking a possibility? Can you join with a few other parents and take turns to walk with a group of children? Fewer car journeys help to reduce pollution, helps the climate and helps children make healthy choices as they grow older. Try it once or twice and see if you can build it into your routine
FASHION SHOW OCTOBER 2026
Thank you to everyone who contributed in any way to our latest nearly new fashion show. We have raised £771 so far for CAFOD and the South Liverpool food bank and a great time was had by all. We couldn’t do it without your generous donations, our fantastic models and helpers and everyone who comes along on the day and digs deep. Absolutely everything donated finds a new home. We have made clothing donations to Barnardo’s and Asylum Link and will be taking warm coats to the Irenaeus project. It’s still not too late to donate and add to the total.
Please visit EYE_9833-ANIMATION_Original.GIF - Google Drive For a flavour of this October's Fashion show.
Collages below:
LIVESIMPLY MESSAGE 11.10.26
We aim to live more simply, sustainably and in solidarity with others
10th October is WORLD PORRIDGE DAY!
Mary’s meals set up this special day to raise funds for their amazing work; they feed 2 ½ million hungry children in 18 different countries. Just £19.15 ensures that one child receives a nutritious porridge type meal every day in their place of Education for a whole year. For more information and to donate visit www.marysmeals.org.uk. Try to mark this day by sharing a basic family meal and saying a special grace:
“Bread of heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. Feed those who are hungry. O God you entrusted to us the fruits of all creation so that we might care for the earth and be nourished with its bounty”.
LIVESIMPLY MESSAGE 4.10.26
We aim to live more simply, sustainably and in solidarity with others
Our parish always contributes generously to Family Fast Day. CAFODhelps those in poorer countries where people frequently go hungry. War and climate change are adding significantly to these problems. Please remember on this day to simplify your meals, donate saved money and think about and pray for those who are hungry; help CAFOD help those in need.
LIVESIMPLY MESSAGE 27.9.26
We aim to live more simply, sustainably and in solidarity with others
Reminder: Creation Walk Saturday 3 October. Meet at Holy Family at 11.00am to arrive at St Mark's for 12.00 noon. There will be a short prayer service and tea in the hall. All welcome.
Did you know that in April 2026 our local councils expanded what could go in our recycling bins to include things like yoghurt pots? Check their websites to make sure you are maximising the kerbside recycling opportunities.
https://www.liverpool.gov.uk/bins-and-recycling/what-goes-in-my-bins/
https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/bins-waste-and-recycling/your-household-bins/what-put-your-bin
OPENING PRAYER SERVICE FOR THE SEASON OF CREATION
If you missed the Opening prayer service for the season of creation you can watch it below
LIVESIMPLY MESSAGE 6.9.26 /20.9.26
We aim to live more simply, sustainably and in solidarity with others
The Season of Creation is underway - an annual ecumenical period of prayer and action to care for the natural world. This year has a theme of living water, drawn from Ezekiel 47: 1-12, which portrays Gods life-giving water flowing from the temple of God. Water is precious and in England we're using water faster than nature can replace. The small, everyday choices made in homes and workplaces can make a big difference.
Take a look at https://letssavewater.com to see what you can do to make a change.
FAITH LEADERS INVITE YOU TO THE 2026 SEASON OF CREATION
WATER TO DEPEND ON
World Water Week takes place from 23–27 August 2026. Its theme, Water for People and Progress, reminds us that safe water supports health, dignity, family life and hope for the future.
For many Christian families in Bethlehem and across the West Bank, water cannot be taken for granted. Mains water may arrive only a few days each month, so families rely on rooftop tanks. Yet many tanks are old, rusting, leaking or unsafe, and families already facing financial hardship cannot afford to replace them.
Friends of the Holy Land works through trusted local partners to install new water tanks and solar water-heating panels. This gives families a safer and more reliable supply while also providing valuable work for local Christian suppliers and contractors.
Sliman, a father of two who received a new tank, told us: “Projects like this help us to continue living our lives in this country.”
Please pray for Christian families facing water shortages and, if you are able, help bring water home to another family: https://www.friendsoftheholyland.org.uk/Appeal/water
Watch the video below to learn more
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