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In Mark 4, we read how Jesus used the technology of his day to reach a wider audience.

iBreviary Liturgy of the Hours/Missal app gets thumbs-up updates

Automatic downloads, gorgeous fonts, brighter background, re-vamped system controls…check it out!

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Join the Carmelites in praying Novena to Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Starts July 7! Download the Carmelite Institute of North America’s FREE app and hit the Novena button to begin AUDIO daily prayers. Invite children to join you. Here’s a beautiful children’s video about Our Lady of Mount Carmel produced by a talented young man at my parish:

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No missals or hymnals in your pew? Get an e-Missal with hymns!

As we return to church on Sundays following the pandemic, chances are your missal booklet did not return (a virus transmission touchpoint). Sure, you can use a handy missal app on your mobile device and read along. Read, not sing. If you want the hymns, you have to go to the music license holder. That […]

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Top Lent Apps for 2021

That exhilarating feeling on Easter when you’ve just traveled a rewarding Lent. These apps can help. We only choose intelligent, Gospel-based Catholic apps designed to foster a more loving response to ourself and our neighbor which will ultimately bring us closer to God. Browse this year’s selection of the best Lent apps out there so […]

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Brand new update of iBreviary for Android

Brand new update to iBreviary app’s Android version released today.

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New Carmelite app educates as well as inspires!

Here’s a brand new hidden gem of a Catholic app designed to enlighten your soul and offer a solid education in the spirituality of Carmelite saints. Developing a rich, contemplative prayer life aiding you in spiritual union with God is the essence of Carmelite spirituality. While ancient in origin (the Carmelite Order was established in […]

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Top Advent Apps for 2020

We’ve compiled a list of thoughtful, intelligent apps designed to help you engage your spiritual life and draw closer to Jesus in preparation for the JOY of Christmas. Yes, we list a couple cool Advent calendars too!

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Our list of top Roman Catholic Missal apps!

[UPDATED for 2023] Are printed missals missing from your church pews? Do you find that your missal is difficult to navigate or read? Bring you own missal with you to church–literally in the palm of your hand! We list the top Roman Catholic missal apps out there. Many are free.

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Embrace God in your confinement with ‘Pray as You Stay’ app retreat

Draw closer to God in your self isolation utilizing the stunning audio experience offered by Pray As You Go.

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Divine Office app opens limited time subscription to new U.S. users!

We could use some great news, and we are delighted to let you know about a limited opportunity to get full access to the daily breviary, Divine Office! While it is hands-down the best audio/text Liturgy of the Hours app, it has been shut off to new subscribers for a few years due to licensing/permission […]

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