If you've ever struggled to maintain a consistent prayer life — especially during busy commutes or hectic mornings — Pray As You Go was made for you. This free daily audio prayer app, produced by the Jesuits in Britain, offers guided prayer sessions lasting 10–13 minutes that weave together music, Scripture, and reflective questions rooted in Ignatian spirituality.^1 A new session is produced every single day, so all you need to do is press play.^2
Founded in 2006 by Fr. Peter Scally SJ, Pray As You Go began as a simple podcast designed to help people pray during their daily commute.^3 What started as a public trial quickly took off — over 250,000 prayer sessions were downloaded in the early months, and the project became permanent.^3 Today, the app reaches nearly 200,000 daily listeners across more than 180 countries and has been adapted into nine languages, including Spanish (Rezando Voy), French (Prie en Chemin), Arabic, Polish, Portuguese, and more.^4 The app is currently directed by Emma Holland, who has worked with the Jesuits in Britain for nearly a decade.^5
Beyond the flagship daily prayer, Pray As You Go offers imaginative contemplations, Examen review prayers, sleep prayers, mental health prayer guides, content for children and families, and even prayers available in sign language.^1 While rooted in the Catholic tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola, the app has a remarkably ecumenical audience — roughly half Catholic, half Protestant — making it a welcoming space for Christians of all backgrounds.^1 As one user shared, "I have used Pray As You Go for over five years, during good and challenging times. The daily meditation reminds me of God's grace and love, which remains an anchor in my life."^2 Everything on the app is completely free, with no subscription required.^1
