Hallow - Audio
Here at He Is Goodness, we love highlighting resources that help you grow personally in your faith so you can bring more joy, depth, and connection into your relationships and communities—especially in small groups and Bible studies.
That’s why we are excited to share one of our absolute favorite apps for Catholic prayer and formation: Hallow.
Hallow is a beautifully produced, audio-based Catholic prayer app that helps users build a regular rhythm of spiritual practice—whether you have five minutes or fifty. It is a space for quiet, personal prayer, which can sometimes feel hard to create in the noise of daily life.
It is not a replacement for contemplative prayer, holy friendships, your parish, or your community—it is a complement that can inspire and enrich all those things, especially when you are forming your own interior life and knowledge base.
Audio-Based + Personal: A Space for One-on-One Time with God
What sets Hallow apart from most Catholic apps is that it’s audio-first, making it highly personal and private. Whether you are commuting, walking, falling asleep, or just taking a few quiet minutes before the day starts, Hallow helps turn everyday moments into sacred encounters.
There’s something profoundly powerful about being guided in prayer through your headphones—especially for those of us who struggle to focus in silence or do not always know what to say in prayer. Hallow is a great starting place.
You can go deep in the Daily Examen, relax to Catholic sleep stories, or just listen to a daily Gospel reflection as you make your coffee. It’s prayer that fits your real life.
Two Versions: One Free, One Full
1. The Free Version – Rich in Simplicity
Hallow’s free version offers a lot more than you would expect. It is perfect for:
Tight budgets
Prayer beginners
Anyone just looking to grow quietly without a major investment
What we love in the free version:
Daily Gospel readings with short reflections
Rosary & Divine Mercy Chaplet options
Select Lectio Divina meditations
A few peaceful sleep stories and music playlists
Why it matters: With just the free version, users can build a solid personal prayer routine—which can make your next He Is Goodness Bible study (or any group you’re part of) way more fun and engaging. The more rooted you are personally, the more you bring to the table when you’re sharing and learning in community.
The Paid Version – Deeper Tools for Prayer + Formation
It is true—Hallow’s full version is on the pricier side (around $70–$90/year). But for those who can invest in it, it is packed with tools that help you go deeper in all seasons of life.
Here is what we love for different users:
Young Adults / Adults
Prayer Challenges, Robust Morning & Nightly Prayer Routines
Spiritual growth through Audio Books
Saint reflections, Music & Novenas
So much you can bring into your Bible study reflections or personal formation
Families with Kids
Our absolute favorite—is the Family Mass Prep with Katie and Tommy McGrady (@katiepmcgrady + @tmcgrady25).
- It’s like a mini Bible study for the whole car on the way to Mass.
- The McGradys explain the Gospel in a way that invites kids into salvation history while keeping it smart and relevant for adults. With family activities competing for time, it is one of the best features on the app designed to easily be listened to and talked about together each week—and we love that.
Kids and Teens materials
- Homeschool, Catholic school and supplementary school materials for audio learning and praying
- Great for family road trips or older kids with phones as well!
Seniors & Empty Nesters
Reflective and contemplative Rosary and prayer options with meditative background music
Gregorian chant and calming audio Scripture
Ideal for quiet evening prayer, rest, and reflection
Free Premium for Military & More – via ID.ME
This is truly one of the most generous offers out there:
If you are a U.S. military service member, veteran, or dependent, you can get full access to Hallow absolutely free.
Just go to: hallow.com/military
Click to verify through ID.ME
Enjoy full premium access for at no cost.
Also available free for some first responders, through some dioceses, schools, and Catholic organizations—worth asking around!
Final Takeaway: A Powerful Complement to Your Faith Life
We at He Is Goodness highly recommend Hallow—not as a replacement for your community or personal prayer time, but as a deep well you can draw from every day.
The more you grow on your own—through guided prayer, daily Gospel time, or family reflection—the more vibrant and fun your Bible studies and spiritual friendships will become. You will notice connections, feel more confident sharing insights, and bring a richer interior life to your community time.
He Is Goodness Recommends:
✔ Download the free version to start
✔ Explore daily Lectio Divina or the Rosary to build rhythm
✔ If eligible, unlock the full version free via ID.ME
✔ Check out the McGradys’ Mass Prep with your kids
✔ Use Hallow to deepen your personal walk with Christ, so your shared life of faith with others is all the more joyful