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== Features ==
== Features ==
According to the official website, Hallow offers over 10,000 audio-guided sessions, including daily Gospel reflections, Lectio Divina, homilies, and Bible reading plans such as "Bible in a Year."<ref>{{Cite web |title=#1 App for Christian & Catholic Prayer, Meditation, Bible + Sleep | Hallow |url=https://hallow.com/ |publisher=Hallow |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref>  
According to the official website, Hallow offers over 10,000 audio-guided sessions, including daily Gospel reflections, Lectio Divina, homilies, and Bible reading plans such as "Bible in a Year."<ref>{{Cite web |title=#1 App for Christian & Catholic Prayer, Meditation, Bible + Sleep | Hallow |url=https://hallow.com/ |publisher=Hallow |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref>


Key features include  
Key features include:


* Rosary prayers with celebrity guides (e.g., Rosary with Mark Wahlberg),  
=== Prayer and meditation ===
* novenas like the Surrender Novena,  
 
* sleep aids with Bible stories, and  
* Audio-Guided Sessions: Offers over 10,000 sessions on contemplative prayer, Bible readings, and Christian music.
* Daily Prayers: Includes popular methods like Lectio Divina, the Rosary, and the Divine Mercy Chaplet.
* Sleep Stories: Provides Bible stories to help users relax and sleep.
* Rosary prayers with celebrity guides (e.g., Rosary with Mark Wahlberg),
* novenas like the Surrender Novena,
* sleep aids with Bible stories, and
* music praylists for various occasions.<ref>{{Cite web |title=#1 App for Christian & Catholic Prayer, Meditation, Bible + Sleep | Hallow |url=https://hallow.com/ |publisher=Hallow |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref>  
* music praylists for various occasions.<ref>{{Cite web |title=#1 App for Christian & Catholic Prayer, Meditation, Bible + Sleep | Hallow |url=https://hallow.com/ |publisher=Hallow |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref>  


=== Challenges ===
The app also provides challenges, such as the Advent Challenge or 21 Days with Daniel, and content categories for Bible study, saints, mental health, and family prayer.<ref>{{Cite web |title=#1 App for Christian & Catholic Prayer, Meditation, Bible + Sleep | Hallow |url=https://hallow.com/ |publisher=Hallow |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref> User testimonials on the site suggest these features aid in building prayer habits and addressing personal challenges, though individual experiences vary.<ref>{{Cite web |title=#1 App for Christian & Catholic Prayer, Meditation, Bible + Sleep | Hallow |url=https://hallow.com/ |publisher=Hallow |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref>
The app also provides challenges, such as the Advent Challenge or 21 Days with Daniel, and content categories for Bible study, saints, mental health, and family prayer.<ref>{{Cite web |title=#1 App for Christian & Catholic Prayer, Meditation, Bible + Sleep | Hallow |url=https://hallow.com/ |publisher=Hallow |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref> User testimonials on the site suggest these features aid in building prayer habits and addressing personal challenges, though individual experiences vary.<ref>{{Cite web |title=#1 App for Christian & Catholic Prayer, Meditation, Bible + Sleep | Hallow |url=https://hallow.com/ |publisher=Hallow |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref>
=== Customization ===
* Journal Feature: Users can journal after each prayer session.
* Prayer Lengths: Options for 5, 10, or 15-minute sessions.
* Reminders: Ability to set reminders for daily prayers.


== History and development ==
== History and development ==
Hallow was founded in 2018 by Alex Jones, who, after rediscovering his Catholic faith through secular meditation apps, sought to create a Christian alternative, along with co-founders Erich Kerekes and Alessandro DiSanto.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Hallow (app) - Wikipedia |url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hallow_%28app%29 |publisher=Wikipedia |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=The story behind Hallow, the Christian app hawked by Gwen Stefani |url=https://mashable.com/article/hallow-prayer-app-gewn-stefani-jd-vance-peter-thiel |publisher=Mashable |date=2025-12-10 |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref> The app launched in December 2018, with ongoing updates to expand content, including partnerships with Catholic figures and campaigns like the "I AM HERE" Eucharist initiative with the Archdiocese.<ref>{{Cite web |title=How It All Started – The Hallow Story |url=https://hallow.com/about/ |publisher=Hallow |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Hallow (app) - Wikipedia |url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hallow_%28app%29 |publisher=Wikipedia |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref> In February 2024, it became the first religious app to reach the No. 1 spot on Apple's App Store, according to developer announcements.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Hallow Business Breakdown & Founding Story - Contrary Research |url=https://research.contrary.com/company/hallow |publisher=Contrary Research |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref>
Hallow was founded in 2018 by Alex Jones, who, after rediscovering his Catholic faith through secular meditation apps, sought to create a Christian alternative, along with co-founders Erich Kerekes and Alessandro DiSanto.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Hallow (app) - Wikipedia |url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hallow_%28app%29 |publisher=Wikipedia |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=The story behind Hallow, the Christian app hawked by Gwen Stefani |url=https://mashable.com/article/hallow-prayer-app-gewn-stefani-jd-vance-peter-thiel |publisher=Mashable |date=2025-12-10 |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref> The app launched in December 2018, with ongoing updates to expand content, including partnerships with Catholic figures and campaigns like the "I AM HERE" Eucharist initiative with the Archdiocese.<ref>{{Cite web |title=How It All Started – The Hallow Story |url=https://hallow.com/about/ |publisher=Hallow |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Hallow (app) - Wikipedia |url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hallow_%28app%29 |publisher=Wikipedia |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref> In February 2024, it became the first religious app to reach the No. 1 spot on Apple's App Store, according to developer announcements.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Hallow Business Breakdown & Founding Story - Contrary Research |url=https://research.contrary.com/company/hallow |publisher=Contrary Research |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref>


== Advisors ==
== Subscription ==
Hallow offers two subscription tiers:
{| class="wikitable"
!Subscription Type
!Monthly Price
!Yearly Price
|-
|Standard
|$9.99
|$69.99
|}
Users can access some features for free, including a 9-day Intro Prayer Challenge.
 
== Organization ==
Hallow operates as a Public-Benefit Corporation (PBC), emphasizing its commitment to serving the community while pursuing profit. This structure allows them to prioritize their mission of enhancing spiritual well-being alongside financial sustainability.
 
=== Founders ===
 
* Alex Jones (CEO): Raised Catholic, his journey mirrors that of many who drift from their faith and later seek a reconnection.
* Alessandro DiSanto: Background in finance and strategic management.
* Erich Kerekes (CTO): Engineering background with experience in consulting.
 
=== Advisors ===
As of January 2026, the advisors include:
As of January 2026, the advisors include:


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