Magnificat (App)
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| Magnificat (App) | |
| Developer | Magnificat |
|---|---|
| Platforms | iOS, Android |
| Pricing Model | Subscription |
| Target audience | Catholic |
| Main Features | Daily Mass texts and readings, morning/evening/night prayers inspired by Liturgy of the Hours, meditations, saint essays, sacred art commentaries, multiple language editions |
| Description | Digital companion to the monthly Magnificat prayer book, providing daily liturgical prayers, Mass texts, meditations, and spiritual reflections. |
| Links | iOS• Android• Website |
Magnificat is a mobile application that serves as the digital version of the monthly Magnificat prayer booklet, offering daily liturgical prayers, Mass texts, meditations, and reflections drawn from Catholic spiritual tradition.[1][2][3] Developed by Magnificat, the app is available on iOS and Android platforms, with the iOS version launching around 2010.[1][2] It operates on a subscription model, with the first month free upon installation, followed by monthly or yearly subscriptions.[1][2]
The app includes editions tailored to different regions (e.g., US, British, Spanish), featuring official Mass texts, prayers inspired by the Liturgy of the Hours, Gospel meditations from Church Fathers and contemporary authors, essays on saints' lives, and commentaries on sacred art.[1][2] Its religious significance lies in supporting daily prayer and participation in the Church's liturgy, fostering a deeper spiritual life through accessible, faithful content aligned with Catholic tradition.[3] User reviews often praise its enrichment of prayer routines, though some report occasional technical issues with downloads. Audience, features, and pricing based on developer description as of January 2026.
Features
According to official app descriptions, Magnificat provides day-by-day spiritual resources.[1][2]
Daily prayers and liturgy
- Morning, evening, and night prayers inspired by the Liturgy of the Hours
- Full texts and readings for daily Mass
- Order of Mass[1][2]
Meditations and reflections
- Daily Gospel meditations from Church Fathers and modern spiritual writers
- Essays on the lives of saints
- Commentaries on sacred art masterpieces[1]
Customization
History and development
The Magnificat app digitalizes the long-standing print publication, with the iOS app released around 2010 and Android versions following.[1] Updates include consolidated editions (e.g., American and British in one app) and ongoing content alignment with liturgical calendars.[1]
Pricing
The app offers a free trial until the end of the installation month. Thereafter, subscriptions are available monthly (approximately $1.99) or yearly, with print subscribers often receiving complimentary digital access upon registration.[1][2][3]
Organization
Developed and published by Magnificat, the entity behind the international Magnificat prayer booklet series.[1][2]
Founders
Specific founders for the app cannot be confirmed from official sources; it extends the mission of the Magnificat publication.
Advisors
This cannot be confirmed, as no specific advisors are listed in available sources.
Reception
User reviews on app stores generally commend Magnificat for its beautiful design, faithful content, and support for daily prayer, with many noting its inspirational meditations and art.[1][2] Some users mention technical challenges with content loading, recommending contact with support for resolution.
Target audience
The app is intended primarily for a Catholic audience seeking structured daily prayer, liturgical participation, and spiritual enrichment through meditations and saint reflections.[3][1]
References
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 "Magnificat English Editions on the App Store". Apple App Store. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/magnificat-english-editions/id363526415.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 2.9 "Magnificat (US edition) on Google Play". Google Play. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.magnificat.magnificat.usa.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 "Magnificat USA". Magnificat. https://us.magnificat.net/.