LIVE SIMPLY - ST MARY’S AND BISHOP ETON

This week marks the beginning of both Energy Saving Week (17th-23rd) and Christian Unity Week (18th-25th). Each challenges us to rethink what we do to try to make the world a better place for everyone. Sometimes we feel there is little we can do, but the actions don’t need to be huge to make a difference. Perhaps we could make a real effort to live sustainably by turning off electrical devices and lights when we aren’t actually using them? As well as being involved in unity services and praying for church unity, we could also live more simply by trying to get to know what goes on in other churches nearby. How about joining in activities such as walking groups, drama groups, knit & natter groups or supporting local church events? For even more ideas please visit:https://ctbi.org.uk/go-and-do-week-of-prayer-for-christian-unity-2023/

The next meeting of the Live Simply Group will take place on Wednesday 18 January at 7pm in the Hughes Room at Bishop Eton. If you are interested in joining us, please email  for further details, or just come along.

VEGANUARY!       

As the new year begins, you may be asking – how can I live a more climate-friendly life in 2023?  Well, you're in luck! Apart from being delicious, eating more plant-based meals is one of the most effective ways to reduce our carbon footprint and have a positive impact on the climate, help stop deforestation and biodiversity loss, plus save water too. Hurray! From 1-31 January, lots of people will be taking part in Veganuary, a month-long opportunity to explore plant-based food, with recipes, meal plans and helpful tips straight into your inbox. More information can be found at: https://veganuary.com/recipes/