Renting a Labyrinth

The labyrinth is a walking meditation and a path of prayer. It has only one path that leads from the outer edge in a circuitous way to the center. There are no tricks to it and no dead ends. Unlike a maze where you lose your way, the labyrinth is a spiritual tool that can help you find your way. The center of the labyrinth is a simple, open rose, an ancient symbol for Mary which invites people from all backgrounds to create their own meaning.

In 1997, RCWMS created a canvas labyrinth modeled on the thirteenth-century stone labyrinth in Chartres Cathedral. We have been offering labyrinth programming and rentals ever since. Over the years RCWMS has led dozens of labyrinth walks, workshops, and programs, including installation at Binkley Baptist during Holy Week each year.

RCWMS has four portable labyrinths that can be rented for indoor workshops and retreats. Two of them are 40’x40’ canvas. The third canvas labyrinth is smaller, 24’x24’, yet retains all the elements of the 11-circuit Chartres canvas labyrinth. The fourth is a smaller rainbow 15’x15’ labyrinth, made from heavy ripstop nylon. Contact info@rcwms.org for more information.

A 3-hour workshop allows time for a group of 20–30 to learn about the history of the labyrinth, walk the path, meditate, and reflect on the experience. A longer workshop can include several times for walking, guided meditation, simple art projects, and journaling. Charges for labyrinth workshops depend on the number of participants and the budget of the sponsoring organization. Please contact us at info@rcwms.org to discuss fees, travel expenses, and the availability of our staff to lead programs with the labyrinth.