07/12/2026
A friend recently saw me meditating after a yoga class and asked, “What’s your faith?” Without hesitation, I answered, “I’m a Christian.”
She looked surprised and said, “But… you meditate. How?”
Again, without missing a beat, I replied, “I pray to God and meditate on His Word.”
As a certified yoga instructor and a Christian, I practice asana—the physical movement of yoga—while staying rooted in Scripture. My faith is my foundation. I don’t shape my Christianity around yoga; I align my yoga practice with my relationship with Christ.
I’m fully aware of yoga’s historical and religious roots, and I intentionally choose how I engage with the practice. For me, movement becomes another way to care for the body God has given me, while prayer and Scripture remain at the center.
That simple question led to a great conversation about religion versus faith. We talked about how our relationship with God is deeper than any institution, while also acknowledging the important role a healthy church community can play. We both admitted that, given the current climate in our country, we’ve become cautious about finding a church that truly reflects Christ’s love.
Now we’re both searching for a diverse, welcoming, Christ-centered church in Calvert County.
Sometimes I wonder if we’re looking for something that should be ordinary, yet somehow feels rare: a church where the gospel is preached from the Bible, diversity is embraced as a reflection of God’s Kingdom, and love is louder than labels.
If you’re part of a church like that in Southern Maryland or know of one… I would genuinely love to hear about it. My prayer is to find a community where Christ is at the center, people are welcomed with grace, and faith is what unites us.
