Looking for a social media experience that actually lifts your spirit? Zaia (which means "light") is a Christian social networking app built to unite believers across every denomination, culture, and background — inspired by Jesus' prayer for unity in John 17:23.^1
Founded by Ukonwa Ojo, former Global Chief Marketing Officer at Amazon Prime Video & Studios, Zaia lets you share photos, videos, and written posts, join or create public and private groups called "Tribes," read the Bible directly in the app, post prayer requests, send direct messages, and even translate posts in real time. A personalized "For You" feed, daily streaks, Word of the Day push notifications, and a dedicated "Word" feed for text-only reflections round out the experience.^2
What makes Zaia stand apart is its clean, ad-free Bible integration and its laser focus on building Christian community rather than chasing algorithms. The app also birthed "Glimpse of Heaven," a now-independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit that hosted its inaugural citywide worship gathering at Houston's Fertitta Center Arena in January 2026 — bringing together churches of every denomination, race, and culture for a night of united praise, live-streamed exclusively on Zaia.^4
Why Christians Love It"Zaia is a place of calm; a place to benefit from the testimony of others; a place to witness the power of God's love and the beauty with which He's surrounded us. There's no other place like it."^2
"This is probably one of the best apps I've ever downloaded and one that I will never regret downloading. It is awesome and wholesome and one that is a great alternative to things like YouTube and Instagram."^2
"I have found Zaia to be not only fun, but inspirational. An uplifting and positive place to go in a sometimes hectic day."^6
Notable- Founded by Ukonwa Ojo, a 26-year marketing executive recognized by Forbes, Business Insider, and AdAge, who left corporate life to serve the Christian community; also a Henry Crown Fellow at the Aspen Institute^7
- Featured on Kris Vallotton's "Cultural Catalyst" podcast (July 2025), where Ojo discussed being "God's sleeper cell" in the corporate world and finding divine purpose in unexpected places^8
- Available on iOS, Android, and the web at app.zaia.one^1
- Highly rated on both the App Store and Google Play^2
- Birthed "Glimpse of Heaven" — now an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit hosting free, cross-denominational worship gatherings; inaugural event January 2026 at Houston's Fertitta Center Arena, streamed live on Zaia^4
- Based in Sugar Land, Texas; developed by Zaia Holdings LLC^3
