For many years I would retreat to an area in my back woods to rest, listen and seek emotional guidance. When I became a Christian, this area took on a whole new meaning of comfort and spiritual renewal. I felt closer to God there, seeking, listening for His wisdom. Matthew 6:6 comes to mind.
This was my closed room, but I did not want it to be closed. I wanted to share this energy with others but knew not how. Then the idea and love of labyrinths came to mind. That was how I was going to share my quiet place in the woods.
It took us over three years of preparation, prayers, and good friends to bring that vision to life. This past summer, the bricks and crushed stone took formation, and the sacred path came to completion.
It rests now in the clearing in the woods, giving me both visual and spiritual joy. The greater accomplishment though, is in the comfort I receive when sharing its incredible energy with others as they walk its path, praying, connecting with God, one step at a time.
