Lent Begins: A Time for Reflection and Prayer

On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, Lent commenced, marking a time traditionally devoted to repentance, commitment, and simple living. This period invites people to reflect on their relationship with Jesus Christ as they prepare for Easter.

Recently, in an interview with The View (ABC), Mark Wahlberg and Jonathan Roomy discussed the crucial role of prayer in everyday life. With the new season of The Chosen and the Hello App Pray40 Challenge underway, they emphasized this moment as an opportunity for those observing Lent to reconnect with God and seek inner peace. Rumi, portraying Jesus in “The Chosen,” remarked on the chaos of the world, suggesting that turning to God can provide solace: “We can find God in the midst of this and find calm.” Wahlberg added that prayer is the key to this journey.

Rumi pointed out that if someone hasn’t engaged in prayer before, “now is a good time to start.” Wahlberg echoed this by encouraging people to seek prayers from others if they’re uncertain about praying themselves. He mentioned apps like Hallow, which aim to engage individuals during Lent. “It’s so vital to have uplifting influences in your life that promote kindness and thoughtfulness,” he noted.

This Lent, both Wahlberg and Rumi invite everyone to join countless others in daily prayer sessions, transformative meditations based on the Bible, and meaningful conversations about faith.

Even for those unfamiliar with Jesus or the significance of this season, Fyodor Dostoyevsky’s words from The Brothers Karamazov provide encouragement: “Don’t be afraid of him. His greatness is overwhelming, but he is endlessly merciful, partaking in our joys and turning water into wine.”

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