labyrinth

A labyrinth is a walking meditation with three stages – the journey in; the center; and the journey out. It is not like a maze with a choice of turns – it
has one path. Walking a labyrinth is a chance to pause, slow down, pray, encounter the divine and be re-energized for the next stage in life’s journey.
You can trace the path of the labyrinth in the picture with your finger as an aid to prayer and meditation or imagine the journey.

Entering the labyrinth
Find a quiet place where you can sit and relax. Take a moment to quiet yourself and to breathe deeply. You may find it helpful to light a candle to remind you of the presence of God.

You are on a journey towards the center of the labyrinth and back out again. As you walk reflect on your life’s journey and relationship with God; walk slowly.

Use the journey into the center to slow down, to let go of busyness and stress, and to prepare to meet with God. Sometimes you will be close to the center and sometimes close to the edge – are you close or far from God in your journey?

At the center this is holy space - a space to be with God in prayer. Listen – is there something God might be saying to you?

When you are ready begin the journey out – as you do, take your encounter with God with you back into the world.

Pray for the presence of God in the situations you are facing in everyday life.

As you finish the journey offer yourself afresh to God.


(words adapted from http://dekhomai.co.uk/)