What is a labyrinth?
A labyrinth is an enclosed path having only one route that winds in toward a center point where it makes a decisive turn to wander out again. Unlike a maze, there are no tricks or dead ends in a labyrinth. Based on the circle, the universal symbol of unity and wholeness. The labyrinth is a path and spiritual tool for growth, discernment, prayer and healing.
Duncan Conference Center's two labyrinths design is a replica of the labyrinth in Notre Dame Cathedral in Chartres, France. The Duncan Center has staff members who can offer a guided labyrinth walk during your stay. Also, both labyrinths are open to the public when not in use by groups while staying at the center. Please call for availability - 561-496-4130.
Indoor Labyrinth
Our indoor labyrinth in the Schofield Chapel, donated by David and Karen Gury, is 35-feet in diameter, and made of green and beige granite. To view an article about the story behind the donations, please click here.
We offer a monthly guided labyrinth walk open to the public on Monday night at 6:30pm. Please click here for more information and dates.
Outdoor Labyrinth
Our outdoor labyrinth is located in a quiet corner bordered by gardens and a golf course, at the juncture of the two dorm buildings. A spiraling red brick path leads you into your spiritual journey.
Retired Duncan Center Director, Rev. Steve Fregeau and his wife, envisioned the labyrinth. Two landscape artists, Steve and Michele Brenner of St. Joseph's Episcopal Church in Boynton Beach, designed the site. Many donations made the project possible: notably St. Gregory's Episcopal Church in Boca Raton donated over 5,500 bricks. An outdoor chapel is located next to the labyrinth.