“A spiritual discipline sets us free to pray or, to say it better, allows the Spirit of God to pray in us.”
– Henri Nouwen
During our recent diocesan annual convention, a few of you were able to listen as three East TN Episcopalians’ described their experience of going on pilgrimage. We can’t wait to hear how some of you embark on your own pilgrimage to a holy site or path. However, this is not affordable or accessible to all of us. The good news is that the discipline of pilgrimage can be honored through the symbolic prayer walk of the labyrinth. They are not mazes or magical, but tools for a slow, quiet, meditative practice attentive to the desire to make a journey toward God.
Join thousands of people around the world in a moving meditation for world peace and celebration of the labyrinth experience! More about that …
Find a labyrinth near you! Our diocesan website includes a page dedicated to the spiritual practice and a listing of local labyrinths known to us.
Pickup a book! There are numerous resources to enhance your understanding and experience of the contemplative practice of walking a labyrinth. We recommend Walking the Church Year: Personal Devotions for a Labyrinth Prayer Practice from Church Publishing. This book of liturgies and devotions for before, during, or after your walks comes in a pocket-size or standard version.
May the 4th (God) be with you … in your first or next labyrinth walk.