Edinburg, TX – February 1, 2026 — Shalom World, the global Catholic television network and media ministry, announced its Lent 2026 specials, unveiling a prayerfully discerned Lenten theme “Because He Loved.” Through a rich slate of special shows and reflective programming, Shalom World invites adults and young adults across the world to enter Lent with gratitude, repentance, and a renewed encounter with the love of Christ—an all-consuming love that led Him, though God, to lay down His life for the salvation of humanity.

Lent is a sacred season in the life of the Church—a time to pause, return, and draw closer to God. Rooted in the mystery of the Cross, Lent 2026 calls believers and seekers alike to contemplate Christ’s love poured out for the world and to respond in faith through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. For Shalom World, Easter—along with Christmas—stands among the most vital holy days in the life of the Church. Each year, the network embraces the sacred seasons of Lent and Advent with prayerful preparation and joyful reverence, offering programming that helps viewers live these seasons with intention and hope.

The theme “Because He Loved” reflects the heart of the Lenten journey: a call to fix our gaze on Christ’s sacrificial love and allow it to transform our lives. Every message shared during this season keeps His love at the center—inviting viewers to repentance, healing, and a renewed commitment to follow Him more closely.

A Complete Guide for the Lenten Journey
For Lent 2026, Shalom World Shows include a thoughtfully curated blend of new and returning programs that capture the true essence of Lent through prayer, contemplation, and faith formation. These Lenten specials sow the theological virtues of faith, hope, and charity through compelling storytelling and spiritually rich media—offering a complete guide for the Lenten journey.
From Scripture-based reflections and retreats to music-driven contemplation and testimonies of perseverance, Shalom World brings the Church’s Lenten wisdom into homes across continents and cultures, always free and accessible to all.

Featured Lenten Specials on Shalom World
As part of its Lent 2026 specials, Shalom World presents an extensive lineup of 20+ Lenten programs, thoughtfully curated to accompany viewers through every stage of the season—from Ash Wednesday to Easter. This year’s offerings include a meaningful blend of new premieres and returning favorites, each designed to deepen prayer, encourage reflection, and foster spiritual renewal. The following highlights offer a glimpse into some of the network’s top picks for the season, showcasing programs that anchor the Lenten journey through Scripture, music, testimony, and the rich traditions of the Church.

Lenten Retreat: No Greater Love: Jesus Thirsts That You Thirst for Him. Embark on a soul-stirring retreat led by Fr. Jason Lewis, MIC, that weaves Scripture, personal testimony, and Divine Mercy spirituality. This retreat invites viewers to recognize Christ’s thirst for souls, trust in His mercy, and deepen their personal relationship with Him through heartfelt reflections.

The Seven Last Words: Join Fr. Ed Broom, OMV, as he unpacks Venerable Fulton J. Sheen’s timeless reflections on the final words of Jesus from the Cross. Each episode reveals profound lessons of love, forgiveness, and redemption—drawing viewers into the mystery of Christ’s Passion.

Ashes to Glory: invites viewers to encounter Lent through the language of music. Featuring two to three Lenten songs per episode, the series blends sacred hymns and original works with personal testimonies from the artists themselves, drawing hearts deeper into the Lenten season.

Seeds of Hope: During the Lenten season of reflection and repentance, Fr. Michael Sparough guides viewers to discover how they can become instruments in God’s hands as they prepare their hearts for Easter, planting seeds of faith that bear lasting fruit.

Triumph: Through powerful testimonies, Triumph presents the stories of ordinary people who clung to faith in the midst of trials and adversity. Their journeys witness to hope, perseverance, and the quiet strength found in trusting God.

Seventy Times Seven: Forgiveness is often painful, yet it is the pathway to true freedom. Through real-life stories of reconciliation, this series explores the healing power of mercy and reveals how God restores wounded hearts when forgiveness is embraced.

The Cross: Where Love Lives: In this deeply contemplative series, Fr. Bryan Pipins, SJ, leads viewers into the heart of Jesus’ Passion—His betrayal, suffering, and ultimate triumph. Through reflections on free will, service, and forgiveness, the series illuminates the transformative power of sacrificial love.

New for Lent 2026 – Beauty of the Rites: As incense rises and ancient chants echo, Beauty of the Rites invites viewers on a sacred journey through the Church’s diverse liturgical traditions. This new series explores how Lent is prayerfully lived across the Maronite, Byzantine, Syro-Malabar, Syro-Malankara, Melkite, and Latin rites, revealing the Church’s rich universality and deep reverence for the Paschal Mystery.

Join the Lent 2026 Journey
With its Lent 2026 specials, Shalom World invites viewers everywhere to walk the Lenten path with Christ—fixing their eyes on the Cross and discovering anew the love that saves, heals, and restores.
For schedules, program details, and resources to anchor your Lenten journey, visit shalomworld.org/lent

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