| The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd |
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| A Community Of Faith For Tequesta, Jupiter and Hobe Sound Florida |
The eleven-circuit Labyrinth built at Good Shepherd is modeled upon the Labyrinth laid in the floor of
Chartres Cathedral in France during the cathedral’s restoration in 1201. The Chartres Labyrinth was used
during the middle ages as part of a pilgrimage journey for those who could not travel to the Holy Land.
Special events and programs centered on the labyrinth and spiritual healing are held regularly.
A portable Labyrinth is also available if you wish something in your own location.
For more information and a schedule of events call the church at (561) 746-4674 to arrange a special
instructional program for your group, institution or association.
Chartres Cathedral in France during the cathedral’s restoration in 1201. The Chartres Labyrinth was used
during the middle ages as part of a pilgrimage journey for those who could not travel to the Holy Land.
Special events and programs centered on the labyrinth and spiritual healing are held regularly.
A portable Labyrinth is also available if you wish something in your own location.
For more information and a schedule of events call the church at (561) 746-4674 to arrange a special
instructional program for your group, institution or association.
Guidelines For Walking the Labyrinth
Imagine the journey through the Labyrinth as a parallel for your own spiritual journey. Your Labyrinth journey is in
three stages:
Releasing
As you begin your walk, you may choose to focus on your breathing, letting your body relax. Your mind starts to
clear, you are able to release the concerns, pressures and stresses you carry that distract you from your Divine
source. Let go of these emotions and feelings.
Receiving
Reaching the Labyrinth’s center, you come to find your true center, a place of peace, calm, and tranquility. Here
you can pray or meditate and receive clarity and illumination. Pray about certain parts of your life or just rest in the
Divine presence.
Integrating
You walk out from the center along the same path that brought you in, focusing on integration and commitment.
You take what you found at the center back into your relationships, roles and responsibilities. You re-enter the
world with a new sense of yourself and your relationship with God.
No two people walk the Labyrinth in the same way. Every person’s experience is different and each time you walk
the Labyrinth it will be different for you no matter how many times you walk it. When walking the Labyrinth it is
helpful to let all thoughts, concerns, and stresses go and open yourself to experience whatever your Divine power
has for you.
You can walk the Labyrinth with a question, challenge, or personal issue you are dealing with. As you enter the
Labyrinth with an open mind and heart, you prepare yourself to receive answers and insights about your life.
Imagine the journey through the Labyrinth as a parallel for your own spiritual journey. Your Labyrinth journey is in
three stages:
Releasing
As you begin your walk, you may choose to focus on your breathing, letting your body relax. Your mind starts to
clear, you are able to release the concerns, pressures and stresses you carry that distract you from your Divine
source. Let go of these emotions and feelings.
Receiving
Reaching the Labyrinth’s center, you come to find your true center, a place of peace, calm, and tranquility. Here
you can pray or meditate and receive clarity and illumination. Pray about certain parts of your life or just rest in the
Divine presence.
Integrating
You walk out from the center along the same path that brought you in, focusing on integration and commitment.
You take what you found at the center back into your relationships, roles and responsibilities. You re-enter the
world with a new sense of yourself and your relationship with God.
No two people walk the Labyrinth in the same way. Every person’s experience is different and each time you walk
the Labyrinth it will be different for you no matter how many times you walk it. When walking the Labyrinth it is
helpful to let all thoughts, concerns, and stresses go and open yourself to experience whatever your Divine power
has for you.
You can walk the Labyrinth with a question, challenge, or personal issue you are dealing with. As you enter the
Labyrinth with an open mind and heart, you prepare yourself to receive answers and insights about your life.
| The Labyrinth at the Church of the Good Shepherd |
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There is an outdoor stone labyrinth set in a beautiful meditation
garden at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Tequesta,
Florida. It can be walked any time by spiritual seekers.
garden at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Tequesta,
Florida. It can be walked any time by spiritual seekers.
Guided Labyrinth Walks Every Third Thursday From 10:00-12:00
Labyrinth facilitator Robin Hansel from Labyrinth Wellness LLC., will be available to guide
newcomers in the ancient practice of walking the path. Based on a circle, the labyrinth is a
universal symbol of unity and wholeness and a spiritual tool for growth, prayer and healing. Our
labyrinth at Good Shepherd takes about 20 minutes to walk and Robin will be on hand to answer
any questions. Bring a friend!
Labyrinth facilitator Robin Hansel from Labyrinth Wellness LLC., will be available to guide
newcomers in the ancient practice of walking the path. Based on a circle, the labyrinth is a
universal symbol of unity and wholeness and a spiritual tool for growth, prayer and healing. Our
labyrinth at Good Shepherd takes about 20 minutes to walk and Robin will be on hand to answer
any questions. Bring a friend!
Labyrinth facilitator Robin Hansel
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