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This information board is at the entrance to the Labyrinth by Holy Trinity Church and has been
provided by the Chiltern Way Academy in Prestwood. It has the following wording:

Welcome to the Labyrinth at Holy Trinity, Prestwood
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A Brief History of the Labyrinth
In the Middle Ages, many Christians vowed to make a pilgrimage to the Holy Land at least
once in their lifetime. This became increasingly challenging with the Crusades, and other
conflicts, making the journey dangerous and costly. As a result, the labyrinth became a
popular symbol of pilgrimage with its twists and turns to the centre - a symbolic journey to
the New Jerusalem.

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Labyrinth or Maze?
Unlike mazes which are designed to disorientate and confuse, often by placing dead ends in
your way, labyrinths have a purposeful path, leading you towards the centre - even though at
times, it may feel like you are being led away from your destination. The labyrinth has only
one path, a symbol of our journey through life, and towards God, and offers a meditation to
those of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. Walking its path is a form of prayer that engages
the whole person.

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How to walk the labyrinth
Before you begin, start with a few moments of quiet and focus on what you want to bring to
this time of walking prayer. Quietly approach the entrance to the path. Pause and when you
are ready, begin your walk. Let yourself walk into the emotions at the labyrinth, and then let
yourself walk out of them, leaving them in the centre.
• The walk to the centre is the path of quieting ourselves inside and out; of letting go of the
details, distractions and busyness of our lives. Listen to your breathing and set your own
pace, pausing at each turn if you wish for reflection or to offer a specific intention.
• The centre is the place for waiting, listening and open attentiveness. Remain here quietly for
as long as you need to.
• The walk from the centre is the path of returning to life with new understanding. Carry in
your heart what you have received, again pausing at each turn to reflect.

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To find out more
On our website, you will find guided prayer walks and suggestions for reflection
that will help you navigate the twists and turns of the labyrinth. These are regularly updated to reflect the seasons and current events.
Visit htprestwood.org.uk/labyrinth or scan the QR code to access. Alternatively, if
you would prefer, you can borrow a guide from inside the church.

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Thank you to the students and staff of Chiltern Way Academy for their
involvement in the creation of this labyrinth.
PLEASE DON'T KICK THE STONES

The image of the labyrinth is shown in the middle of this information board, the
labyrinth itself being at Link.