Columbia, SC (WLTX) - Taking a walk to combine spirituality and physical activity is a rising trendamong young adults. <\/p>\n
One such group of young adults at Shandon United Methodist Church walk as the sun comes up on Wednesday mornings. <\/p>\n
\"It's a nice break from everything,\" said Amanda Rosinski who says the group is doing good on attendance despite theearly hours. <\/p>\n
Rosinski brings her dogto what is now themid-weekmorning routine. <\/p>\n
The group, ranging from 4to 12 members depending on the week,uses a devotional book to guide their time and praybefore hitting the pavement. <\/p>\n
\"A lot of the book and scripture we read deal with nature,\" said Rosinski. \"You have a reflection time and it's nice to get your thoughts gathered from the beginning of the week towards the end of the week.\" <\/p>\n
The group started seven months ago and is marketed to young adults, both men and women, in the church. <\/p>\n
\"Started off as a way for us to spend a little more time together in a very different setting,\" said Julie Songer Belman, a minister at Shandon United Methodist Church. \"Instead of getting up and thinking about all the things I have to do today and all of the stresses and worries ... Just take a walk.\" <\/p>\n
It turns out taking a walk is gaining popularity among a younger generation looking for something less traditional and structured. <\/p>\n
Columbia International University professor David Cashin says the popularity comes from those looking to investigate spirituality while staying active. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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