The Labyrinth Society's Video Project
Gael Hancock, Video Project Chair, is ready to begin production of a DVD intended to promote the proliferation of labyrinths around the world. Tentatively titled, Creating the Path, the film is expected to run about 22 minutes. The goal is to have a documentary resource that speaks directly to decision makers, moving them to stand in support of a proposed labyrinth.
How many times have each of us known in our hearts that if we could just get “permission” to build a labyrinth in the first place, we could raise the funds, find the volunteers, and secure the materials to make it happen? Whether we want to build the labyrinth in a park, church, hospital, school, or prison, we must somehow paint the right picture so the key person or group that has decision authority can “see” the finished result and its benefits, and ultimately say “yes” to the proposal. Creating the Path is about getting that permission.
We are currently seeking recommendations of suitable labyrinth projects for inclusion in the video. Five categories are planned: schools, churches, hospitals/hospices, public spaces (parks, office buildings), and prisons.
If you are the creator, involved with, or know of a labyrinth project/program that falls into one of the categories, you are invited to submit it for consideration. Criteria are outlined in the project description that can be downloaded via either of the following hyperlinks:
Our objective is to find projects/programs and people who are willing to participate by having their location filmed and be interviewed on camera. After submitting the completed form, you will be contacted by telephone for an initial exploratory conversation.
Funding slightly in excess of $16,000 has been raised. Gael and a professional videographer are walking this path as volunteers. Your involvement asks only for time and a commitment to helping realize the vision. Imagine the blessings and comfort if thousands, if not millions, can experience the labyrinth who otherwise might not.
Please help by downloading and reviewing the project description and submission form. And, again, if you are involved with, or know of a labyrinth project/program that falls into one of the categories, please submit it for consideration. And, perhaps, you could email a hyperlink to this page to a friend or colleague who might know of a possibility that would be a good fit.