Episode 3

What Is Lent and Why Does It Matter?

Published on: 13th February, 2026

What is Lent, and why does it matter? Whether you grew up observing it, you've never heard of it, or it felt more like an obligation than an invitation, this episode is for you. Tiffany Malloy and Chris Kopp talk about the history of Lent, what Ash Wednesday is all about, and practical ways to observe this season as we head toward Easter.

Resources

  1. Falling into Goodness: Daily Readings for Lent | Chuck DeGroat
  2. YouVersion Bible App
  3. Lectio 365 App
  4. The Hub | Blackhawk Church

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Blackhawk Church Next Steps
Welcome to Next Steps, a podcast from Blackhawk Church in Madison, WI. We believe that following Jesus is a lifelong journey, so no matter where you’re at, there’s always a next step to take. Each episode we’ll create space for real conversations—about the questions we wrestle with, the challenges we face, and the hope we find in Jesus. Our goal isn’t to have it all perfectly figured out, but to walk faithfully towards Jesus together.