iMissal
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| iMissal | |
| Developer | Cantcha, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Platforms | iOS, Android |
| Pricing Model | Freemium |
| Target audience | Catholic |
| Main Features | Daily Mass readings, full Order of Mass, audio readings, multiple Bible versions, liturgical calendar, personal notes, subscription for full access |
| Description | Catholic missal application providing official Mass texts, readings, and prayers for daily and Sunday liturgy, with audio and calendar integration. |
| Links | iOS• Android• Website |
iMissal (also known as iMissal Catholic) is a mobile application that serves as a digital Catholic missal, providing official texts for the Order of Mass, daily and Sunday readings, prayers, and a liturgical calendar.[1][2][3] Developed by Cantcha, Inc., the app was launched around 2010 for iOS, with Android versions following, and is available on both platforms.[1][2] It operates on a freemium model, with basic features free and full access requiring a subscription.[1][2]
The app includes approved Mass readings from the New American Bible (Revised Edition), the full Roman Missal Order of Mass, audio readings, multiple Bible translations, and tools for following the liturgy offline.[1][2] Its religious significance lies in enabling active participation in the Eucharist by providing accessible, official liturgical texts for daily and Sunday Mass, supporting the Church's emphasis on the centrality of the liturgy in Catholic life.[3] User reviews note its convenience for Mass attendance without a physical missal, though some mention the subscription requirement for complete features. Audience, features, and pricing based on developer description as of January 2026.
Features
According to official app descriptions, iMissal offers comprehensive liturgical resources.[1][2][3]
Mass texts and readings
- Official daily and Sunday Mass readings (NABRE)
- Full Order of Mass with responses
- Audio readings and Mass texts[1]
Bible and calendar
- Multiple Bible versions available
- Liturgical calendar with feast days and colors
- Cycle selection for readings (A, B, C; Year I, II)[2]
Customization
- Personal notes and bookmarks
- Offline access to content
- Font size adjustments and sharing options[1]
History and development
iMissal was one of the early Catholic missal apps, launched around 2010 by Cantcha, Inc., with updates aligning content to the Roman Missal revisions and adding audio features.[1][3] It has been maintained with regular updates for new liturgical years.
Pricing
The app is free to download with limited features; full access, including all readings and audio, requires a subscription (monthly or yearly options available via in-app purchase).[1][2]
Organization
Developed by Cantcha, Inc., focused on Catholic mobile applications.[1][2]
Founders
Specific founder details cannot be confirmed from official sources.
Advisors
This cannot be confirmed, as no advisors are listed in available sources.
Reception
User reviews on app stores generally praise iMissal for its accurate texts, offline functionality, and utility during Mass, often highlighting its long-standing reliability.[1][2] Some users note the subscription model as a consideration compared to free alternatives.
Target audience
The app is intended primarily for a Catholic audience attending daily or Sunday Mass, including those preferring digital access to liturgical texts, travelers, or individuals without physical missals.[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 "iMissal - Catholic on the App Store". Apple App Store. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/imissal-catholic/id407916466.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 "iMissal Catholic on Google Play". Google Play. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cantcha.imissal.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 "iMissal Official Website". Cantcha, Inc.. https://www.imissal.com/.