Easter Garden Labyrinth
Rustington Methodist Church Easter Garden Labyrinth – Spring 2026
A Labyrinth is a mindful, reflective, walking path. It is not a maze and it is not there to trick or confuse you. Our Easter Garden Labyrinth is suitable for people of all ages and backgrounds and at all stages of faith. The beauty of this symbol is that it can mean different things to different people – everyone is welcome. Ours has been set into the grass at Rustington Methodist Church for Spring 2026 and is free for anyone to use at any time. We hope that you will feel drawn to walk the Labyrinth!
There is no right way to walk a Labyrinth. Most start at the beginning and follow the path to the centre, stop a while and reflect and then follow the same path back out. Try to walk the Labyrinth with an open mind and heart and do what feels natural. A Labyrinth can be used as a meditation and each experience is different – you may feel nothing or you might have a powerful reaction and there is no right or wrong.
Experiencing our Labyrinth
Standing at the entrance, before you start to walk clear your mind and notice your breath. Pick up one of the pine cones and holding it in your hands, think about whether there is anything that’s burdening you? Or is there a concern that’s weighing on your mind? When you feel ready start walking towards the centre at a pace that YOU feel comfortable with.
When you get to the centre, keep breathing slowly and try to quiet your mind and release your troubles. Keep your mind open to whatever thoughts or feelings that may come to you. Stay at the centre for as long as you like.
When you are ready, place your pine cone at the foot of the cross and prepare to retrace your steps. As you walk back think about what you might sense you have been asked to do.
Labyrinth History
Labyrinths have been used by Christians for over 1700 years. Unlike mazes, which are designed to confuse and puzzle us, labyrinths have a single path leading to the centre and back out. They symbolise our journey through life and the search for God. Some say they can enable us to journey into ourselves. Walking a labyrinth can provide a sense of peace, can help us to meditate and pray, and help us on our journey of faith.
There are famous labyrinths in Chartres Cathedral in France and Ely Cathedral in the UK.
“Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path”
Psalm 119:105 (NIV)