THE LABYRINTH
THE LABYRINTH is an interactive art form that has numerous variations dating back thousands of years. There are examples of this art in many disparate cultures. In the west the full flowering of the medieval labyrinth design came about during the twelfth and thirteenth centuries with the grand pavement labyrinths of the Gothic Cathedrals. The labyrinth symbolized a hard path to God with a clearly defined center and entrance. From this perspective, walking a labyrinth can be thought of as a pilgrimage. It is entirely appropriate to use the labyrinth for entertainment. It may also be used to achieve a contemplative state. Walking among the turnings, one loses track of direction and the outside world, thus quieting the mind. Similar to using a rosary or a mantra, such quiet walking can serve to absorb surface distraction.
PRAYERS YOU MAY WISH TO REPEAT AS YOU JOURNEY. In returning and rest is my salvation In peace and quietness is my strength.
Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, Have mercy on me
SUGGESTIONS Carry your burden to the center… leave it there… returning the way you came.
Offer your intercession as you approach the center entrust your concern as you return… JUST ENJOY YOURSELF!
Come Holy Ghost our souls inspire enlighten with celestial fire.
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
Several may be walking at once. Remember, the intention of many is to be alone. You are welcome to sit on the wall. Come again. Additional Resources Exploring the Labyrinth M. G. West Walking a Sacred Path Dr. L. Artress The Healing Labyrinth H. Raphael www.labyrinthsociety.org www.labyrinthlocator.com
THE LABYRINTH A gift to the community from
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church 2000 Chestnut Street and
Mount Calvary Episcopal Church 125 North Twenty-Fifth Street It originated as Vicar Cheri Korte’s senior project as she was serving Trinity Church between her middler and senior years at Gettysburg Theological Seminary The Rev. Canon Calvin Van Kirk Hoyt Rector of Mount Calvary It was built by
CAMP HILL PA 717.554.9845
June 2009
Round Trip - 550 Feet
PRAYERS YOU MAY WISH TO REPEAT AS YOU JOURNEY. In returning and rest is my salvation In peace and quietness is my strength.
Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, Have mercy on me
SUGGESTIONS Carry your burden to the center… leave it there… returning the way you came.
Offer your intercession as you approach the center entrust your concern as you return… JUST ENJOY YOURSELF!
Come Holy Ghost our souls inspire enlighten with celestial fire.
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
Several may be walking at once. Remember, the intention of many is to be alone. You are welcome to sit on the wall. Come again. Additional Resources Exploring the Labyrinth M. G. West Walking a Sacred Path Dr. L. Artress The Healing Labyrinth H. Raphael www.labyrinthsociety.org www.labyrinthlocator.com
THE LABYRINTH A gift to the community from
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church 2000 Chestnut Street and
Mount Calvary Episcopal Church 125 North Twenty-Fifth Street It originated as Vicar Cheri Korte’s senior project as she was serving Trinity Church between her middler and senior years at Gettysburg Theological Seminary The Rev. Canon Calvin Van Kirk Hoyt Rector of Mount Calvary It was built by
CAMP HILL PA 717.554.9845
June 2009
Round Trip - 550 Feet
