Today begins Lent as Ash Wednesday is upon us

By Shelley Irwin

Published February 18, 2026 at 11:59 AM EST

We talk to Annalise Laumeyer with the Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids.

Today begins Lent as Ash Wednesday is upon us. We talk about what is happening, ooportunities to grow in faith and community, and The Light is On for you event with Annalise Laumeyer with the Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids.

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Shelley Irwin

Shelley Irwin is the host and producer for The Shelley Irwin Show, a news magazine talk-show format on the local NPR affiliate Monday through Friday. The show, broadcast at 9 a.m., features a wide variety of local and national news makers, plus special features.

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