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On the Other Side of the Groan Zone

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On the other side of the ‘groan zone’

By Maria Teresa Gastón

 

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Thursday, November 13, 2025

Chief Elder Festival

Thursday, November 13 — Psalm 124
Daniel 2:34–3:18; 1 John 4:1–16a

Chief Elder Festival† — Ezekiel 34:11-16,23-24; Psalm 8
Hebrews 4:14-16; John 10:1-10

Lord I rejoice in your victory. 1 Samuel 2:1

Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Corinthians 15:57

Jesus Christ, our Chief Elder, head of the church, and head of our faith, help us to be strong in faith as we remember that you are head of every authority and governing body. Give us vision, guidance, and grace to carry out your plan. Amen.

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