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This
is just a selection of the words and images that go together to make
the worshipalternative
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Labyrinth II
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A
traditional labyrinth was designed with stones on the chruch hall
floor. Most lights were put out but alot of candles were lit. With
meditative music continually in the background, people were invited
to pilgrimmage round the labyrinth individually.
For
information on the history of labyrinths and their contemporary
meaning go to Gracecom.
There
were a number of stations around the pathway and people were each
invited to follow through the instructions, unpacking their anxieties
and hurts and baggage as they moved towards the centre and a place of
peace and rest. Then picking up the stuff of light, they progressed
from the centre outwards again. These are just some of the stations.
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Entering
Written
at the entrance of the Labyrinth
Air
is everywhere
We
tear through it each day
We
gulp it down every minute
We
dance in it throughout our lives
And
we take little notice.
But
now, take some Holy Time
For
yourself
And
become alive to the air
And
it's vocation
Feel
your breathing
Feel
the breath of your life
In,
Out
In,
Out
In,
Out
Each
draught of air is a welcoming of the Divine
Filling
Flooding
Favouring
you
It
is the Spirit
Enjoy
her
Drowse
in her
Carry
her with you on your journey
She
will never empty
She
is as close as each breath
She
is each breath
She
is the strong one
The
comforting one
The
helper
Go
now with her
Into
yourself
And
eternity
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Confession
Computer
CD's were placed in a basket. At this station each pilgrim was asked
to take a marker pen and follow the instructions
What
do you think of yourself?
What
image of yourself do you carry round with you?
Pick
up a CD and look at your reflection.
You
see your face, your looks, your style.
But
what's on the inside that the mirror lies about?
What
is that burden only you notice?
What
is that anxiety only you can see?
Take
the pen and write it on the mirror side.
Take
your time.
Now
you've opened up what's inside.
When
you look at yourself now, you see the real you.
Now
put it in your pocket.
Carry
it with you a while.
Be
open to who you really.
This
is confession.
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Forgiveness
Later
around the labyrinth there was a post box and envelopes.
Take
the CD you've been carrying with you.
Take
an envelope and slip the CD into it.
Seal
it.
Write
God's address on the front.
Post
it.
You've
got rid of that anxiety.
It
is now God's
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Intercessions
Pens
and paper were placed at a station.
Be
creative
What
has God done for you?
What
difference has it made
Draw
a picture of the new hope
Be
bold
Be
honest
Be
risky
Once
you have drawn it, be it symbol, art, words, leave it behind as a
footprint in the world and so others can share the vision, the hope,
the reality of the Kingdom.
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Sending Out
A
basket of candles were placed at the exit of the labyrinth along
with a lit candle and these words:
Please
take a candle.
Light
it
You
have gone through the labyrinth
You
have seen and felt more than a great number of people ever feel deep
within them
You
have brushed the truth of another reality
You
have pilgrimaged into your soul
Take
that reality of light and hope and renewal into the world
The
candle you chose is a symbol of this gift.
Choose
wisely
Burn
brightly
Go
steadily
And
the Grace than comes from Jesus
The
Love God summons and surrounds you with
And
the Spirit, the breath of life within you
Is
yours
Forever
And
forever
And
forever
So
be it
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