And just like that… the pride of Wittenberg, Martin Luther, said “game over” and iced John Wesley’s heart with a huge win! 🏀❄️🔥 But don’t get too comfortable… we’re only warming up!
Now we’re sliding into the Modern Mercifuls portion of the bracket, where Archbishop Desmond Tutu takes on Elizabeth Ann Seton in a showdown of grace, grit, and joy 😇✨ Two absolute legends. One spot in the Saintly Sixteen. You decide!!
As always read the blogs, use the trading cards, watch the videos, and VOTEEEEE 🗳️🙌
Welcome to the first matchup of the 2026 Saintly Smackdown! Join Fr. Christian and Fr. Michael for a fast, fun season preview as they break down a few favorite matchups and set the stage for another wild ride toward the Golden Halo:
And now to decide between our first pair of saintly competitors... (more…)
And friends… it feels so good to be together again.
This Lent, we are diving into a theme our world desperately needs: Bridge Builders & Community Makers. These holy humans did not just talk about unity and love, they practiced it, risked all for it, and built communities that still echo through the Church today. Their witness is not history. It is living inspiration for us, the global Lent Madness viewing public!
Join Fr. Christian and Fr. Michael for a fast, fun season preview as they break down a few favorite matchups and set the stage for another wild ride toward the Golden Halo.
The first matchup will be posted tomorrow, Thursday 2/19. Head to LentMadness.org each morning to cast your vote and make your voice heard. You can also jump into the conversation on Facebook, Instagram, or the website itself. Don’t be afraid of the comment section, we’ll see you there!
We want to see how you live into Lent Madness! Here's one creative response from our friend Bird Treacy - she's created her very own saintly trading cards for 2026. Feel free to grab these cards and share with friends!
And let us know how you're engaging with Lent Madness this year. Whether you only create a bracket, wear purple for every vote, or make your own saintly art, we want to see it! DM us your photos and ideas and you just might end up featured on the blog.
Keep an eye on our socials as the world of Lent Madness expands. Friends from across the Church will be debating, defending, celebrating, and boldly predicting who will win the Golden Halo.
