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Labyrinth at McDowell

McDowell Presbyterian Church has created a modified labyrinth on its grounds for any and all to enjoy. The labyrinth is not a maze. In a maze, the object is to find one’s way through a walking puzzle, with lots of false leads along the way. By contrast, a labyrinth’s paths lead the walker to the center and back out again: there is no getting lost along the way.

The purpose of a labyrinth is to create a spiritual space where a person may walk quietly, alone or with others, in meditation or prayer. It has long been recognized, from pilgrimages to far away places, to the casual walk down a country lane, that walking and praying are good companions. The labyrinth offers such an opportunity.

McDowell’s labyrinth is modified from the usual pattern but serves the same purpose. The design has been mown into tall grass on the church grounds. Over time, it is planned to have wild flowers growing among the grasses as well and all are invited to bring along wild flower seeds and cast them into the tall grass.

Enter our Labyrinth of Shalom just off the church parking lot through the wrought iron archway.

All are welcome to use the labyrinth any time of day.

If you or your group are interested in a guided walk, contact Pastor Beth Pyles at 540-396-3450.

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