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by Greg Nelson, Centering Prayer Leadership Team
Sometimes I take things for granted. I realized the labyrinth is one of them. The weather will be quite good for a while, so please visit our special circle of presence. Here are some guidelines I copied from The Abbey at St. David's.
Peace, Greg
GUIDELINES FOR THE WALK:
THERE IS NO RIGHT WAY OR WRONG WAY TO WALK A LABYRINTH.
Before walking, take time to get in touch with your intention for the walk. This could be simply to experience the experience; to continue with a discipline; to celebrate; crisis prayer; problem solving; to be in the present and not the past (or future) which traps you.
Clear your mind and become aware of your breath. Allow yourself to find the pace your body wants to go. The path is two-way: those going in will meet those going out. Do what feels natural when this happens.
Honor your intention; pay attention to your emotions. If another train of thought comes through, you might chose to follow that thought or remain focused on your original intent.
Spend as much time as you like in the center of the labyrinth, and exit by following the same path back out.
Some people use the labyrinth for “process meditation” and follow their thoughts and images. Others use it for “listening prayer”. Others use it for “quiet time”.
Often we do not completely grasp what happens in the space of a labyrinth walk. Pay attention to “AHA moments” that happen while washing dishes or other odd times in coming days and weeks, as well as to your dreams.
(The SJTW labyrinth is located on our grounds at the far end of the parking lot, closest to the KC storage sheds. Anyone welcome.)