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The Art of the Labyrinth
THE WALKING MEDITATION
»» Saturday 21 July 2007 | 11am | at First United, 721 Bernard Avenue
An informal morning journey of discovery, presenting the summer issue of Okanagan Q magazine. Join guide Lois Huey-Heck as she reveals the mysteries of the labyrinth.
Lois Huey-Heck examines the history of this ancient practice and what it has to say to those engaged in their own personal spiritual journey in the 21st Century. Following the talk, participants will be invited to join Lois for a walk through one of the labyrinths located in downtown Kelowna.
This is a free event. Refreshments will be available at a modest cost. Seating is limited, please reserve yours HERE
Sponsored by the Arts Council of the Central Okanagan, Wood Lake Books, CKOV Radio, UBCO-FCCS, and Project Literacy Kelowna
LABYRINTH TALK REVEALS RICHES IN OKANAGAN
The labyrinth - one of the most ancient tools for reaching inner peace
- is found in abundance in the Okanagan Valley.
No less than six labyrinths can be walked in the region from south in Naramata
to the north in Winfield, and now a local expert will be talking about the
history of this meditative practice in The Art of the Labyrinth - The Walking
Meditation, Saturday, July 21 at 11 a.m. at First United Church, 721 Bernard Avenue.
Lois Huey-Heck has been trained in the art and history of the labyrinth, and
uses it in her work as a spiritual director.
"Labyrinths can be found in many parts of the world and date back centuries.
People are interested to learn why they’re important, how they’ve managed to
survive, and what they mean for people today," said Huey-Heck, who received her
training through The Vancouver School of Theology.
The 45-minute talk wraps up with a walk on the labyrinth located on the floor of
the church hall. This is an informational event designed to appeal to people
from any and all spiritual traditions.
"People are seeking spiritual sustenance from all kinds of sources these days,
and labyrinths seem to attract people who enjoy the idea of a walking
contemplation," said Robert MacDonald, who is producing the free series in
association with the magazines of Wheat King Publishing - Okanagan Arts, Okanagan Home, and Okanagan Q.
The event is being sponsored by the Arts Council of the Central Okanagan, Wood
Lake Books, CKOV Radio, UBCO's Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies, and
Project Literacy Kelowna.
This is a free event put on by the Okanagan Institute which works to enhance the quality of cultural life in the Okanagan through publications and events. For more information about the series, pick up a flyer at Mosaic Books. Seating is limited, so reserve your spot HERE.
MORE IMAGINE SUMMER EVENTS IN JULY & AUGUST
» Thursday 26 July, 4:30pm: Birds and Branches
» Saturday 28 July, 11am: The Joys of Jewellery
» Thursday 2 August, 4:30pm: Nothing Like Naramata
Where inquiring minds gather. Okanagan Insitute at Mosaic Books
Imagine Summer is a torrid series of presentations, workshops and seminars celebrating our unique community. Produced by the Okanagan institute in association with the magazines of Wheat King Publishing: Okanagan Arts, Okanagan Home, and Okanagan Q.
More Events in July and August: The Heart at Home | Nothing Like Naramata | Decorating is Delightful | Okanagan Vernacular | Words for Wonder | The Birds and Branches ... and more. For information, watch for our magazine announcements, pick up flyers at Mosaic, or click here.
Imagine Summer is the cultural tonic that refreshes the mind. Throughout July and August, join us at Mosaic Books after work on Tuesdays and/or Thursdays, or on Saturday mornings, for a free cultural hit that will get your mind buzzing with new ideas and fresh images. Designed for inquiring minds looking for, among other things, the wild blue yonder.
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