Labyrinth

The Labyrinth is a traditional concept consisting of a winding or circuitous path that leads into the centre of a floor pattern and back out again. The path is a metaphor for our spiritual journey and one is meant to take time to slowly walk it through while in an attitude of meditative prayer.

Our Labyrinth may differ from traditional designs and philosophies – and, perhaps, from any previous labyrinths you’ve walked – but the purpose is similar: to encounter God through experience and allow time to reflect on who he is and who we are in Christ. We set the lighting low, light candles and accompany the experience with appropriate music. Many people find this to be a deeply moving exercise.

Just as in life’s journey, you will encounter others on the path. It’s also ok to pause and hold a thought. And you may walk the Labyrinth as many times as you like.

Life today is often hectic and stressful. Walking the Labyrinth offers an opportunity to relax and enter God’s rest, allowing your senses to be filled with the deep reality of knowing God, the Creator and Source of all things.

Any room, provided it is big enough, can be transformed into a contemplative prayer space with a bit of creativity. The Dawnbird Labyrinth has popped up at a number of events and has evolved each time. Sometimes we adopt a theme, involve the senses, or use props and interactive stations to enhance the experience. On other occasions we have leaned into the simplicity of the pattern.

The Labyrinth is a regular feature at Glory in the Cowshed and you can find photos on the Cowshed website.