The concept was introduced to me roughly 4 years ago now and has influenced most of my life decisions ever since… Let’s rewind to early 2020 (pre-pandemic). I was 6 months into my Midwifery degree and about to become the small group co-ordinator for my university’s Christian Union.
Our culture is experiencing an authenticity crisis. There is a deep hunger for genuine relationships, a thirst to be truly oneself. But ‘authentic’ has become marketing speak, wielded by influencers, brands and apps desperate to gain the trust of Gen Z and Gen Alpha.
Coming alongside people over the past 10 years or so, I have often felt frustrated, confused and overwhelmed as I encounter the brokenness of the world, of people and of myself. Sometimes things can feel too big for me, too complicated, too messy.
My first experience of one-to-one discipleship was organised for me. The person I was paired with was passionate about living by the word of God, but our personalities clashed.
I don’t think I’d have believed you, if you had told a younger me that I would so enjoy walking … but I do! My wife, Debbie, and I have made it our own and it has formed the backdrop to many a holiday, in beauty spots such as the Lake District or Norway.
‘Parkrun’ is where we regularly and easily see friends for running, coffee and conversation. Hundreds of people come to our local Parkrun in Birmingham every week, so as well as meeting our close circle of friends we’re also likely to bump into colleagues, playground parents, fellow running-club members and visiting family.
Navigators Sail Cap
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'Bear much fruit' Sweater - Women
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'Bear much fruit' Sweater - Men
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Navy Navigators Sweater - Women
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