HAGERSTOWN, MD- The Unitarian Universalist Church of Hagerstown is opening its two labyrinths to the public for walking on Sunday, Sept. 10 from 1 to 3 p.m.
The public labyrinth walks are free and suitable for all ages, and free parking is available on site.
The indoor labyrinth is a Petite Chartres pattern, a smaller version of the 12th century labyrinth on the floor of the Chartres Cathedral in France. The outdoor labyrinth is the older, Classic or Cretan pattern.
Unlike corn mazes which are puzzles with many possible choices, a labyrinth is a single path which winds into the center and out again. People walk labyrinths as a spiritual experience or moving prayer but the practice can also help with stress relief and even problem solving. Labyrinth walking has been a Christian spiritual practice since the early Middle Ages, and some area churches set up labyrinths during specific seasons like Lent. However, labyrinths are also part of many other cultures, including Native American, with some patterns dating back to prehistoric times.
To learn more about this event and other free activities, email [email protected] or visit www.uuhagerstownmd.org/connect/activities.
