Upper Saddle River February 8, 2012 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 3 Church group raising funds for labyrinth peace garden will allow us to be even more of a spiritual center.” Stagg noted that the active parish already attracts people for a variety of activities. “We have so many adult education programs, kids’ forums, and faith forums. It’s part of our mission as a church,” he noted. In a letter to the community, Presentation Labyrinth Committee member Eliza- beth Lawrence explained, “Our intent is to create a full-size replica of the renowned medieval labyrinth found within the center of Our Lady of Notre Dame Cathedral in Chartres, France, using decorative pavers on a parcel of land outside our church, which will be surrounded by a landscaped garden.” (continued on page 21) The labyrinth at Our Lady of Notre Dame Cathedral in Chartres, France. The parishioners of Presentation Roman Catholic Church in Upper Saddle River are seeking support from the interfaith and business communities to help create a labyrinth peace garden. This oasis for meditation, prayer, and healing would be constructed on the grounds of the church behind the tomb located to the right of the building’s main entrance. Father Bob Stagg, church pastor, explained that the labyrinth is an outgrowth of the parish’s Share the Dream program, a five-year planning process. “We’ve been looking for ways to make (Presentation) a spiritual center,” Father Stagg said. “The labyrinth is a very good way to advance that, and it’s ecumenical. We’re excited about it, and the fact that it