Simplify the following text for a Grade 13 native English-speaking person.
Original: His life growing up has been described as revolving around family , church , school and community , while parents Tom and Ngaire were described as strong believers in social equity and social justice as well as active in the community life .
Simplified: His life growing up has been described as centred on family , church , school and community , while parents Tom and Ngaire were described as strong believers in social equity and social justice as well as active in the community life .