At Benedictine College, students have the opportunity to become Hallow Student Ambassadors. In this role, Ambassadors help fellow students discover the power of prayer and reflection amidst the demands of academic life. They promote access to Hallow’s rich library of content, including daily prayers, rosary meditations, sleep aids, and reflections from Catholic voices around the world.
Since 2023, the Ambassadors are working hard and finding new ways to promote the app to students. Benedictine College students have the opportunity now to use the app for free with their student email.
“I was inspired to become a Student Ambassador after my time studying abroad in Florence. There, I struggled with not having Mass or homilies in English, so I began using Hallow for daily readings, homilies, and the Lenten challenge. It quickly became a beloved part of my day and a meaningful way to stay connected to my faith,” said Mary Rillens Lee, head Hallow Ambassador at the college.
Hallow is a Catholic prayer and meditation app designed to help users grow in their spiritual life. From Fr. Mike Schmitz’s daily homilies and Scripture readings to calming music and bedtime reflection, Hallow offers a wide variety of tools to meet students where they are – whether they’re new to prayer or already have a regular routine.
“The best way to get involved is to just start using the app,” Lee says. “Don’t be afraid to explore. Try different features and see what helps you grow closer to God.” Someone who is interested in seeing what the Ambassadors do firsthand can also come to the events that they host or follow their social media accounts.
Looking ahead, the Ambassadors are planning another speaker event for the spring semester to continue building a faith-filled space on campus. They are also partnering with Residence Life to bring Hallow to the dorms through informational nights and posters that help students discover the apps features.
Last semester, they hosted “Hallow Happy Hour” in collaboration with Holy Grounds. The event featured Jacob King, who shared his powerful conversion story of conversion and how prayer – and the Hallow app – played a central role in his spiritual journey. The event provided students with an opportunity to reflect on the intersection of faith and technology.
Whether you’re studying in the library, winding down at night, or looking for a moment of peace between your classes, Hallow offers a simple way to integrate prayer into everyday life. With more events on the horizon, the Hallow Ambassadors are creating new opportunities for students to connect with their faith and with each other.
