Ascension: Catholic Bible – The #1 App to Finally Understand God’s Word
Join Fr. Mike Schmitz and millions of Catholics on a journey through the Bible Timeline®. Deepen your faith with daily Mass readings, the Rosary, and official Church teachings in one beautiful, all-in-one companion.
Home screen of the Ascension Catholic Bible app featuring daily readings and reflections
Interface of the Ascension Catholic Bible app featuring the Waiting Well Advent study with Fr. Mike Schmitz
Ascension app screen displaying the Bible in a Year podcast with Fr Mike Schmitz
Interface of the Ascension app displaying the Luminous Mysteries for praying the Catholic Rosary with Fr. Mike Schmitz.
Screenshot of the Ascension Catholic Bible app showing a list of Bible books including Genesis and Exodus
Smartphone screen displaying Genesis 1 text and audio playback controls in the Ascension Catholic Bible app.
A smartphone screen showing the Study Plans section of the Ascension Catholic Bible app with various religious courses
Mobile screen showing the Ascension Catholic Catechism with sections like What We Believe and How We Worship
Jeff Cavins giving a daily video reflection in the Ascension Catholic Bible app.
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Finally Understand the Bible
Stop feeling overwhelmed. Use the world-renowned Great Adventure Bible Timeline® to see how the entire story of salvation fits together.
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Perfect for your commute. Listen to the #1 'Bible in a Year' podcast and pray the Rosary with Fr. Mike Schmitz anywhere, anytime.
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Your Daily Spiritual Companion
Everything you need in one place: official Daily Mass readings, Saint of the Day reflections, and guided Catholic prayers for every moment.
About the app
Everything you need to know about Ascension: Catholic Bible.
Description
** The #1 Catholic Bible App**
Designed to help Catholics read and understand the Bible, learn the teachings and tradition of the Catholic Church, and grow to live the life God is calling them to more fully.
Featuring the most popular Catholic Bible in America, the Great Adventure Catholic Bible, with the one-of-a-kind Bible Timeline® learning system that has helped hundreds of thousands of Catholics finally read AND understand God’s Word.
TOP FEATURES
ADVENT STUDY
Join Fr. Mike Schmitz, host of The Bible in a Year Podcast, for a special Advent study series called Waiting Well, only available in the Ascension App. From November 30—December 25, Fr. Mike shares daily video reflections, with reflection questions, scripture verses, and other bonus content to help you get the most out of the Advent season.
PRAY THE ROSARY
Fr. Mike Schmitz, Fr. Mark-Mary Ames, Jeff Cavins, the Sisters of Life, and Paul Rose lead recordings of the Joyful, Luminous, Sorrowful, and Glorious mysteries of the Rosary. Pray in English or Latin, with options to chant the prayers.
DAILY MASS READINGS + REFLECTIONS
Read the official Daily Mass readings and watch reflections from trusted Catholic presenters who dive deeper to unpack the readings each day. Pray also with guided lectio divina prompts directly in the app.
THE GREAT ADVENTURE CATHOLIC BIBLE
Read the full-text of the Great Adventure Catholic Bible, listen on audio with recordings from Fr. Mike Schmitz, get answers to 1000+ most-asked questions about the Bible, and dive deeper into each book and verse with the Bible Timeline® learning system and the Bible Guide.
PREP FOR SUNDAY MASS
Watch or listen to recordings of Fr. Mike Schmitz’s homilies and watch Encountering the Word where Bible scholar Jeff Cavins provides historical, Biblical, and spiritual context to the readings at Sunday Mass.
“IN A YEAR” PODCASTS
Get the best experience of the Bible in a Year, Catechism in a Year, and Rosary in a Year podcasts, with additional content, prayer aides, transcripts, answered questions, linked references and Bible verses, and more!
STUDY PLANS
Browse from 80+ study plans taught by leading Catholic presenters, including Fr. Mike Schmitz, Jeff Cavins, Dr. Edward Sri, Sarah Christmeyer, Jackie Francois Angel, and many others. Study plans are a companion to help you understand the Bible better, learn more about Catholic teaching, and strengthen you to more fully live the life God is calling you to.
SAINT OF THE DAY
Read daily reflections on the lives of the saints, following the memorials and feast days on the liturgical calendar.
CATHOLIC PRAYERS
Discover novenas, litanies, guided lectio divina and visio divina experiences, and more!
SUBSCRIPTION PRICING AND TERMS
All users can access the full text of the Bible, the full text of the Catechism, Daily Mass readings and reflections of the day, the full Rosary with all recorded voices, and all Ascension podcasts in the app for free.
To access all content and programs in the Ascension App, Ascension offers two auto-renewing subscription options:
$8.99 per month
$59.99 per year
(Please note these prices are for users in the USA)
Your Ascension subscription will renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can go to your Apple account settings to manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew. Your account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. Please contact us at support@ascensionpress.com if you have any issues or questions.
Privacy policy: 'https://ascensionpress.com/pages/app-privacy-policy'
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Latest Version
1.15.7
Size
219.1 MB
First Released
Jun 25, 2023
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Ascension: Catholic Bible
What is the Ascension app?
The Ascension app is the #1 Catholic Bible App. It helps Catholics read and understand the Bible, learn Church teachings, and grow in faith.
Does the Ascension app include the Bible Timeline learning system?
Yes, the Ascension app includes the Great Adventure Catholic Bible with the Bible Timeline® learning system. This system helps users read and understand God’s Word effectively.
Can I pray the Rosary in the Ascension app?
Yes, the Ascension app offers Rosary prayers led by various Catholic figures. Users can pray the Joyful, Luminous, Sorrowful, and Glorious mysteries in English or Latin, with chanting options.
Does the Ascension app offer daily Mass readings?
Yes, the Ascension app provides official Daily Mass readings and reflections from trusted Catholic presenters. It also includes guided lectio divina prompts.
Is the "Waiting Well: Advent with Fr. Mike Schmitz" study available in the Ascension app?
Yes, the Ascension app features a special Advent study series called "Waiting Well" with Fr. Mike Schmitz. This includes daily video reflections, questions, scripture, and bonus content.
What content is free in the Ascension app?
Free content in the Ascension app includes the full Bible text, Catechism text, Daily Mass readings/reflections, the full Rosary, and all Ascension podcasts.
How much does a subscription to the Ascension app cost?
The Ascension app offers two auto-renewing subscription options: $8.99 per month or $59.99 per year. These prices are applicable for users in the USA.
Can I listen to the Bible in the Ascension app?
Yes, the Ascension app provides an Audio Bible. Users can listen to recordings from Fr. Mike Schmitz, covering the Bible from Genesis to Revelation.
Does the Ascension app include study plans?
Yes, the Ascension app includes over 80 study plans. Leading Catholic presenters teach these plans to help users deepen their understanding of the Bible and Catholic teachings.
Is the Catechism available in the Ascension app?
Yes, the Ascension app includes the full text of the Catechism. It provides an innovative experience for users to explore Catholic teachings and learn more about their faith.
How do I manage my subscription for the Ascension app?
Users manage their Ascension app subscription through Apple account settings. Auto-renewal must be turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends to prevent charges.
Where can I find the privacy policy for the Ascension app?
The privacy policy for the Ascension app is available online. Users can access it directly via the provided link: 'https://ascensionpress.com/pages/app-privacy-policy'.
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