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In today’s digital age, technology serves as a valuable tool for deepening one’s faith and enhancing spiritual practices. A variety of Catholic apps are available to assist believers in prayer, scripture study, and staying informed about Church teachings. Below is an overview of seven of the best Catholic apps, each accompanied by a list of features and direct links to their respective pages on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
1. Hallow
Hallow is a comprehensive Catholic prayer and meditation app designed to help users grow in their spiritual journey.
Features:
- Daily prayers and devotionals
- Litanies and novenas
- Audio Bible stories
- Guided rosary and meditation sessions
- Lectio Divina
- Personal prayer journal
- Ignatian Examen
With over a million downloads and a 4.8 rating, Hallow is highly regarded for its extensive content and user-friendly interface.
2. Laudate
Laudate is a free, all-encompassing Catholic app offering a wide range of resources for daily spiritual needs.
Features:
- Daily Mass readings
- Liturgy of the Hours
- Interactive Rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy
- Extensive collection of prayers
- Multiple Bible versions
- Catechism of the Catholic Church
- Stations of the Cross
- Saint of the Day
Laudate is available in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Bahasa, Polish, Slovenian, and Latin, making it accessible to a broad audience.
3. Amen
Developed by the Augustine Institute, Amen is a Catholic Bible and prayer app aimed at inspiring deeper conversations with God.
Features:
- Daily readings
- Catholic Mass recordings
- Nourishing Scripture passages
- Audio versions of Catholic prayers
- Bible in a Year audio program
Amen’s Bible in a Year program offers a straightforward audio reading of the Bible by a professional narrator, providing a no-frills approach to Scripture.
4. iBreviary
iBreviary brings the traditional Catholic prayers of the Breviary and all the texts of the Liturgy to your mobile device.
Features:
- Liturgy of the Hours
- Missal for the celebration of Mass
- Catholic prayers
- Rituals for sacraments and celebrations
- Available in multiple languages
iBreviary is ideal for those seeking to pray the Divine Office and access liturgical texts conveniently.
5. Catholic Calendar
Catholic Calendar provides a liturgical calendar complete with feast days, solemnities, Mass readings, and the Liturgy of the Hours.
Features:
- Liturgical calendar
- Feast days and solemnities
- Complete Mass readings
- Order of Mass
- Liturgy of the Hours
This app is a valuable resource for those looking to integrate the Church’s liturgical year into their daily lives.
6. Shalom World
Shalom World is a Catholic, commercial-free, 24/7 family entertainment channel aiming to bring people closer to God.
Features:
- Live TV streaming
- On-demand videos
- Programs on faith, lifestyle, and entertainment
- Content for all age groups
- Spiritual nourishment through various programs
Shalom World offers a variety of programs that cater to different aspects of Catholic life and spirituality.
7. Ascension
The Ascension app combines the Bible in a Year with Fr. Mike Schmitz and Jeff Cavins, the Great Adventure Catholic Bible, and the Catechism of the Catholic Church in one place.
Features:
- Daily readings and reflections
- Bible in a Year podcast
- Catechism in a Year podcast
- Access to the Great Adventure Catholic Bible
- User-friendly interface
This app is ideal for those looking to deepen their understanding of Scripture and Church teachings.
Dearest Damian,
I have read the article on “Seven of the Best Catholic Apps.”
Question: Is there an app that provides individual help to a Christian seeking spiritual guidance? I understand how important it is for spiritual guidance to be offered by a person, but it is not always easy to find someone capable of fulfilling this role.
Thank you,
Claudio Sordi
Hello Claudio! I would recommend https://spiritualdirection.com/ it is a great community led by Dan Burke and they focus on Spiritual Direction!