Labyrinth
Monthly Labyrinth Walk
The Labyrinth is a path we walk along in meditation, prayer, or however we choose to proceed. The Labyrinth is not a maze; you cannot get lost. All you have to do is show up, put one foot in front of the other, and breathe.
When & Where
A monthly Labyrinth Walk is offered in the Parish Hall the Second Tuesday of each month from 7 - 9 p.m. All are welcome.
Leader
Mary Miller
Engaging with the labyrinth
To walk a labyrinth is to step into an ancient spiritual space and make a personal journey of discovery and exploration. It is a journey where you might release tensions, concerns or distractions on the way in, be open to receiving insights and inspiration at the center and return uplifted, blessed and renewed. Labyrinths are ancient spiritual pathways found across the world and embraced in Medieval times and since as a path for prayer and reflection. A labyrinth is different from a maze. A maze is full of dead-ends and tricks. A labyrinth has only one path that always leads to the center. Labyrinths offer a rich and beautiful stilling space in our busy world. The steady walking gives the mind some space to think, reflect and perhaps renew and re-balance inner thoughts on the journey through life.
Find somewhere quiet to sit with your labyrinth. You may wish to light a candle or play soft music. Allow yourself to become still and settled. Let your breath be soft and place yourself consciously in the present moment. When you are ready, slowly trace the labyrinth path with a finger, use a finger on the hand that you do not write with, just let your thoughts come to the surface and let them flow, then release them. When you reach the center, rest and consider your thoughts. Pause for a while and spend some time reflecting and receiving new thoughts, feelings and blessings. When you are ready return along the same path recognizing and reflecting on any changes in feelings, any inspiration received or any new decisions made. When you exit the labyrinth gently place the palm of your hand over the labyrinth in a moment of respect for your experience. If you keep a journal you may like to creatively write or draw some words, symbols or phrases to acknowledge and remember this time of reflection.
