We've almost recovered from our Halloween candy hangovers. We've belted out all eight verses of the classic All Saints hymn. Returning Lent Madness fans will know what that means: it is now ALL BRACKETS DAY... with a twist for 2026. Our new Supreme Executive Committee declares this the start of All Bracketstide!
We’re not just giving you a day… we’re giving you a SEASON of bracket build up! Starting November 15, we’ll drop a brand-new first-round matchup every single day leading up to Advent. Follow along on Facebook, Instagram, or right here on this website as each matchup is revealed. Here's more from Michael:
As a reminder, or if you're new to this online devotion, here’s how Lent Madness works: on the weekdays of Lent, information is posted at www.lentmadness.org about two different saints. Each pairing remains open for 24 hours as participants read about and then vote to determine which saint moves on to the next round. Sixteen saints make it to the Round of the Saintly Sixteen; eight advance to the Round of the Elate Eight; four make it to the Faithful Four; two to the Championship; and the winner is awarded the Golden Halo.
The first round consists of basic biographical information about each of the 32 saints. Things get a bit more interesting in the subsequent rounds as we offer quotes and quirks, explore legends, and even move into the area of saintly kitsch.
Stay tuned for updates on this year's Saintly Scorecard and Bracket Poster!
One comment on “Announcing... All Bracketstide!”
Love you guys, love Lent Madness, but I am overwhelmed by emails right now and more is too many. It's not you - it's me. Truly. Unsubscribing for now but I will come find you again in Lent, if you'll have me back.