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Walking our Garden Labyrinth at St. Thomas’ Parish |
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The Labyrinth outside St. Thomas' Parish is modeled on the classical seven circuit Labyrinth, meaning that the path moves around the center seven times. The four quadrants of this pattern is reminiscent of the cross. You enter the labyrinth through the mouth and then walk the paths or circuits.
 The path is marked by smooth river rocks. The goal is in the center of the labyrinth. When you reach it, you have gone half the distance – you now need to turn around and walk back out.
While walking the circuitous path, you will meander through each of the four quadrants before reaching the goal. An expectation is created as to when the center will be reached.
Walking the Labyrinth
Feel free to walk the labyrinth at your own pace and stop for prayer and meditation as needed. Walk it with an open mind and an open heart. Quiet your mind and become aware of your breath. Allow yourself to find the pace your body wants to go. The path is two ways. Those going in will meet those coming out. You may "pass" people or let others step around you. Do what feels natural.
» Take a virtual walk of our labyrinth.
» Learn more about labyrinths.
Adapted from Grace Cathedral: The Cathedral Labyrinths and www.veriditas.org.
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