How one breakfast changed my perspective on connection

Graham Daniels  |  Comment
Date posted:  11 Mar 2025
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How one breakfast changed my perspective on connection

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In a world increasingly dominated by screens and virtual interactions, the significance of face-to-face conversations often gets overshadowed. Recently, I rekindled this understanding during a breakfast meeting with Ian Parkes, affectionately known as 'Parkesy', at Exeter City Football Club.

Our encounter stands as a testament to the irreplaceable value of human connection.

For nearly five years, Parkesy and I have been part of a weekly online gathering hosted by Christians in Sport, tailored for managers and coaches in professional football. Born out of necessity during the Covid lockdowns in March 2020, these sessions feature a 10-minute Bible-based talk before breaking into smaller groups for in-depth discussions. While we've formed bonds and shared insights in the digital realm, the reality hit me as I travelled to Exeter for a preaching engagement: despite our regular Zoom meetings, we had never met in person.

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