iPraises — Ukrainian Catholic Prayer App
Your daily companion for prayer and the Byzantine liturgical year
iPraises is a free Ukrainian Catholic prayer app created by the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton. It helps people stay connected to prayer and the rhythm of the Byzantine liturgical year at home, at church, at work, or on the go.
The app brings together the Eparchial liturgical calendar, liturgical propers for the Divine Liturgy, Matins, Vespers, and the Hours, as well as daily prayers, in one accessible place. iPraises is available in both English and Ukrainian for users in Canada, Ukraine, and anywhere the faithful want to pray with the Church.
Eparchial Initiative
Created to Serve the Faithful
iPraises was created as a practical way to support the spiritual life of the Church in everyday life.
With the blessing and vision of Bishop David, and through the work of the Eparchy’s developers and team, the app brings prayer and liturgical resources closer to individuals, families, clergy, young people, and parishioners across Canada and beyond.
iPraises is more than a digital tool. It is part of the Eparchy’s mission to make the beauty of the Byzantine Catholic tradition accessible in a clear, prayerful, and useful way.
Why iPraises Matters
Prayer that stays close at hand
Prayer does not begin and end at church. It continues throughout the day, in our homes, at work, while travelling, and in the ordinary moments of life.
iPraises keeps the liturgical calendar, propers, daily texts, and prayers close at hand whenever they are needed.
For people already rooted in the life of the Church, the app offers a convenient way to remain in step with the liturgical year. For those who are learning, returning, or looking for a place to begin, it offers a welcoming path into the prayers and worship of the Ukrainian Catholic and Byzantine tradition.
What You’ll Find in the App
A richer daily prayer experience
iPraises brings essential resources for daily prayer and liturgical life together in one free app.
- Connection to the Eparchial and Byzantine liturgical calendar
- Liturgical propers for the Divine Liturgy, Matins, Vespers, and the Hours
- Daily and personal prayers for different stages of life
- Prayers for morning and evening, before meals, for health, for parents, children, married couples, and other needs
- English and Ukrainian content and interface
- Clean, modern design with adjustable font settings
- Offline access and improved app performance
- No advertising or distracting commercial content
The app continues to develop. Additional liturgical and devotional resources are being prepared for future updates.
Bilingual Experience
Pray in English, Ukrainian, or both
iPraises is designed for the bilingual life of the Ukrainian Catholic Church in Canada and for Ukrainian-speaking users around the world.
Users can choose English or Ukrainian and move between both languages as needed. This makes the app useful for families, parishes, young people, newcomers, clergy, and anyone who wants to pray with the Church in the language that feels most natural.
The bilingual experience also helps connect generations: one person may pray in Ukrainian, another in English, while both remain connected to the same liturgical life.
Why the English and Ukrainian texts may differ. The English and Ukrainian versions may not always match word-for-word. The texts are prepared from different official liturgical sources and calendars used in Canada and Ukraine, so commemorations, translations, and wording can sometimes differ. The team continues to review and improve the texts. If you notice a possible issue, please contact iPraises support.
App Support
Questions or issues with iPraises?
If you have a question, notice a possible issue, or need help with the app, email the Eparchy’s communications team at communications@eeparchy.com.
Android users should install the newest version from Google Play. If an older version is already installed, users may need to remove it and install the updated version again to access the newest content and Ukrainian interface.