Prayer Labyrinth
 

Contact Person:

Pastor John Klatt

Meeting Dates & Times:

1st Wednesday of the month w/ Prayer Chain, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Schedule of Upcoming Events:

Open every Wednesday from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. for both church members and anyone else who wants to walk the Labyrinth. Other times for groups can be arranged by contacting the church office.

Wine and cheese open house are held every quarter. Contact the Pastor for the upcoming dates.

Mission:

The purpose of the Prayer Labyrinth is to provide a tool for the spiritual life in prayer and meditation. This Labyrinth is intended to be used by anyone interested in exploring and expanding their life with God.

St. John's intends to be a congregation that "prays first". The Prayer Labyrinth serves  as a reminder and an encouragement to be in constant prayer.

In order to facilitate a community awareness and use of the Prayer Labyrinth by the whole community, a variety of opportunities such as open house will be offered throughout the year.

History of the Labyrinth:

The Middle Ages showed a renewed interest in labyrinths and a design more complex than the classical seven circuit Labyrinth   became popular.

This was an eleven circuit design divided into four  quadrants. It was often found in Gothic Cathedrals but over time many of these eleven circuit designs were destroyed or  intentionally removed.

The most famous of these remaining Labyrinths is at Chartres Cathedral near Paris, France. The labyrinth at Chartres was built around 1200 and is laid into the floor in a style sometimes referred to as a pavement maze. The original center piece has been removed and other areas of the labyrinth have been restored.

The Middle Ages showed a  renewed interest in Labyrinths and a design more complex than the classical seven  circuit Labyrinth became popular.

For more information on the Prayer Labyrinth or to set up a group time please contact Pastor John Klatt through the church office at (716) 668-2152.