Name: Praying the Psalms: Learning the Language of the Soul
Start: 2026-11-21T08:30:00-05:00
Location: Richmond’s First Baptist Church

Richmond’s First Baptist Church

What if prayer didn’t require us to have the right words—but instead gave us permission to bring our whole selves to God? Praying the Psalms: Learning the Language of the Soul is a retreat inviting us to rediscover the Psalms as a deeply honest and accessible prayer book for every season of life. Come for a time or rest, renewal, honest reflection, and connection while discovering the connections of ancient prayers to our modern lives. The event is November 21, from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Continental breakfast and lunch are included (gluten free options will be available). The cost is $25. Lacey Wondree is our speaker for this retreat. Sign up by November 17 at rfbc.link/PsalmsPrayer<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/171531/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More Info

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We offer a weekly meditation class for the Richmond community emphasizing techniques for training the mind to benefit both ourselves and those around us. 
Each session stands on its own, so you’re welcome to attend one class or the entire series. Suitable for beginners and experienced meditators alike, these classes offer practical tools you can apply immediately to create more happiness—starting from within.
Everyone is welcome! Our tradition of Buddhism makes no distinctions on the basis of gender, sexuality, race, background, or income. And it doesn't matter if you identify with a different religion. Buddhist teachings can benefit everyone!
Cost: $5
To more details about each class and to register please visit our website- <a href="https://meditation-dc.org/meditation-in-richmond/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://meditation-dc.org/meditation-in-richmond/</a>
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Meditate in Richmond is a branch of the Kadampa Meditation Center in Washington, DC

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