Simpsonville in Greenville County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)

Holy Cross Episcopal Church Labyrinth

Photographed by Brian Scott, May 6, 2010

1. Holy Cross Episcopal Church Labyrinth Marker

Inscription. In the twelfth century, when travel to spiritual centers such as Jerusalem became too difficult, cathedrals became substitute centers of pilgrimage for Christians in western Europe. On such pilgrimages, the walking of a labyrinth sometimes became the final stage of the pilgrim's journey.

This labyrinth is patterned after one found in the stone floor of Chartres Cathedral, France. It was constructed in 1220, and is a "uni-cursal" maze. There is a single path into the center. The same path leads from that center back into the world. The walk thus becomes a living metaphor for the spiritual journey which can be shared by all people. As such, we hope it will be a powerful spiritual tool for you on your "pilgrimage" in Christ.

This labyrinth is dedicated in loving memory of Richard E. Zander.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1220.

Location. 34° 44.483′ N, 82° 15.267′ W. Marker is in Simpsonville, South Carolina, in Greenville County. It can be reached from East College Street (County Road 219). Marker is located in the north section of the church's property, adjacent to the labyrinth. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 203 East College Street, Simpsonville SC 29681, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Upstate

and in the Greater Greenville-Spartanburg Area. It is also in the American South,

specifically in the Deep South,

in Appalachia,

and specifically in Southern Appalachia. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region,

North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the original Cherokee Nation,

the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

one of the original Thirteen Colonies,

one of the Confederate States of America,

and the Antebellum South.

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At least 10 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Simpsonville Municipal Cemetery (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Simpsonville Elementary School / Simpsonville High School (approx. 0.2 miles away); Simpsonville Baptist Church (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Simpsonville Potato House (approx. 0.2 miles away); Lawrence Lafayette Richardson, M.D. (approx. 0.2 miles away); Simpsonville Library (approx. 0.2 miles away); Simpsonville (approx. ¼ mile away); Hendricks' Plaza (approx. 0.3 miles away); Simpsonville Clock Tower (approx. 0.3 miles away); Old Stage Road / Railroads in Simpsonville (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Simpsonville.

Also see . . .
1. Holy Cross Episcopal Church. Official website of Holy Cross Episcopal Church. (Submitted on December 5, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.)

2. Medieval labyrinths and turf mazes. The full flowering of the medieval labyrinth came about from the twelfth through fourteenth centuries with the grand pavement labyrinths of the gothic cathedrals, notably Chartres, Reims and Amiens in northern France. (Submitted on December 5, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.)

3. Cathedral of Chartres. The French medieval Cathedral of Our Lady of Chartres is a Latin Rite Catholic cathedral located in Chartres, about

Photographed by Brian Scott, May 6, 2010

2. Holy Cross Episcopal Church Labyrinth Marker

80 kilometres (50 mi) southwest of Paris, is considered one of the finest examples of the French High Gothic style. (Submitted on December 5, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.)

Photographed by Brian Scott, May 6, 2010

3. Holy Cross Episcopal Church Labyrinth & Marker

Holy Cross Episcopal Church Labyrinth Brickwork image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Brian Scott, May 6, 2010

4. Holy Cross Episcopal Church Labyrinth Brickwork

Photographed by Brian Scott, May 6, 2010

5. Holy Cross Episcopal Church Labyrinth & Marker

Walking Path to Labyrinth image. Click for full size.

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6. Walking Path to Labyrinth

Entrance to Labrynith image. Click for full size.

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7. Entrance to Labrynith

Labyrinth Gate Marker<br>Left image. Click for full size.

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8. Labyrinth Gate Marker
Left

Almighty God, whose son our
Savior Jesus Christ was lifted high
upon the cross that he might
draw the whole world to himself;
mercifully grant that we, who glory
in the mystery of our redemption,
may have grace to take up our cross
and follow him; who lives and
reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, in glory everlasting. Amen
Collect for Holy Cross Day, BCP

Labyrinth Gate Marker<br>Right image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Brian Scott, May 6, 2010

9. Labyrinth Gate Marker
Right

Alex's Fountain image. Click for full size.

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10. Alex's Fountain

This fountain is dedicated to the memory of Alexander Ellison Haigler who lost his two-year struggle with leukemia in February 2004 at the tender age of four. Lord help us always to remember Alex, his enthusiasm, and strength as he now drinks from your well of life.
"...those who drink of the water that I will give them will never be thirsty..." (John 4:14)

Holy Cross Episcopal Church<br>203 East College Street Simpsonville image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Brian Scott, May 6, 2010

11. Holy Cross Episcopal Church
203 East College Street Simpsonville

John M. Bassett Memorial Plaque<br>Located on Reverse Side of Church Sign image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Brian Scott, May 6, 2010

12. John M. Bassett Memorial Plaque
Located on Reverse Side of Church Sign

Dedicated to the memory of John M. Bassett,
1939-2004, and his love for humanity,his
capacity for overcoming adversity, and his
willingness to share himself and his
"Mississippi country-boy" ways. May those
who pass this way always receive our invitation,
the message John spoke so clearly with his life,
"Come in, everybody welcome."

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on December 5, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 1,398 times since then and 30 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. submitted on December 5, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.