The Way Labyrinth

"Show me your ways, 0 Lord; teach me your paths." (Psalm 25:4)

As part of the renovation of The Way's new worship space a permanent labyrinth was painted onto the floor. It is a Petite Chartres design; a round, seven circuit labyrinth inspired by the classical Chartres Labyrinth in France.

The Labyrinth is an ancient tool utilized for personal, spiritual transformation. You enter our labyrinth through the mouth and walk on the path until you reach the center- now you return the way you came and walk back out.

As a sacred practice within the Christian tradition the labyrinth dates back to at least the 4th century and became a common tool by the late 12th century. The labyrinth is having a renaissance in the 21st century as we seek to find authenticity in our lives. Christian pilgrims journey through the labyrinth today for a variety of purposes including meditation, prayer, centering, clarity, discernment, listening for God, health and wellness, and so much more.

A discipline of labyrinth walking can be an ongoing spiritual formation for Christians seeking an authentic life of balanced wholeness in which intimate relationship with God is sought and valued.

The Way hosts a labyrinth walk the first Sunday of every month from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM. While you may use your time on the labyrinth for any prayer needs or concerns, each month will have a different focus.  Communion will be available.  There will also be a designated meditation area for journaling and processing your labyrinth experience after you have completed the walk.

• January - New Year Experience: Your journey into the heart of the labyrinth can be a time for reflecting on your spiritual life during the year past; your journey out of the heart of the labyrinth can be a time for praying about your spiritual life for the year to come. 

• February - The Heart of God:

• March - Stations of the Cross: Explore 14 Scriptural "Stations of the Cross" reflecting on the Scriptural accounts of Christ's passion as you have a pilgrimage on the labyrinth.

• April - 2010 No walk due to Easter celebration. Please consider attending The Easter Vigil on Saturday, April 3rd.

• May - New Life

• June - Forgiveness

• July - Healing Explore the sacred healing power and spiritual significance of the labyrinth.

• August - Spiritual Renewal

• September - Compassion

• October - Gratitude

• November - All Saint's Day, Remembrance/Grief

• December - Anticipation, Patience, Hope and Revelation

The Way's Labyrinth is available for special events or needs.