# Magdalene Prayers — Mary Magdalene Prayer Beads

> Digital prayer bead meditation tool inspired by Mary Magdalene. (iPhone/iPad app by Mark Spaulding.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magdalene-prayers/id1440551623 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mark Spaulding](https://appshunter.io/developer/1166710709)
- Category: Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.4 · 4 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2018-10-31
- Data updated: 2026-06-20
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magdalene-prayers/id1440551623/reviews.md

## What is Magdalene Prayers?

The inspiration for this app comes from an adult education program we had at Holy Cross on prayer. My dear friend and colleague at Holy Cross, The Rev. Martha Kuhlmann, brought her Mary Magdalene Anglican prayer beads to share with our group. I was so taken by the thought of a prayer bead meditation tool around one of my patron saints, Mary Magdalene, I immediately set out to create this app, as I was not inclined to haul around prayer beads with me wherever I go, and my phone is always with me! A perfect match!

The genesis of Anglican Prayer Beads is a gift to the world from the Episcopal Diocese of Texas in the later 20th century. Unlike its Roman Catholic cousin, the Anglican version has 33 beads, divided into four groups of seven beads called weeks. 

The image I chose for each day of the weeks is a red egg. This egg image is to pay homage to the wonderful story of Mary of Magdala sharing the gospel with Caesar. The Roman Ruler declared that Jesus could no more rise from the dead than the egg Mary held could turn to red. And before their eyes, it turned bright red.

The prayers I chose for this app are the prayers that are regularly on my heart. The app is designed to provide space to tap and pray! I specifically decided not to add any background music, so there is no concern of disturbing other passengers on a daily commute.

I hope you can find space in your day to say your prayers.

## Key features

- Anglican prayer bead structure
- Daily red egg imagery
- Tap-to-pray functionality
- No background music
- Focus on Mary Magdalene

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magdalene-prayers/id1440551623/reviews.md

### 4/5 — I appreciate it

*2022-04-30*

I pray this with my rosary when I am not praying other contemplative prayers.  I love the Magdalene prayer it is very dear.

### 5/5 — Great

*2022-02-21, version 1.1*

This payers would courage to pray for others .

## Frequently asked questions about Magdalene Prayers

### What is Magdalene Prayers?

Magdalene Prayers is a mobile application designed to guide users through prayer meditations using a structure inspired by Anglican prayer beads. It offers a sequence of prayers and daily imagery related to Mary Magdalene.

### How does Magdalene Prayers work?

The app allows users to tap through a series of prayers, with each day featuring a unique red egg image. This interactive approach is intended to facilitate a focused prayer experience.

### What is the significance of the red egg image?

The red egg image pays homage to the story of Mary of Magdala presenting an egg to Caesar, which miraculously turned red to symbolize Jesus' resurrection. It is a central visual element within the app's meditation structure.

### Does Magdalene Prayers have background music?

No, Magdalene Prayers intentionally does not include any background music. This design choice aims to provide a quiet and undisturbed space for prayer, suitable for use in public settings.

### What is the structure of the prayer beads in Magdalene Prayers?

The app's structure is inspired by Anglican prayer beads, which typically feature 33 beads divided into four groups of seven beads, known as weeks. This provides a rhythmic framework for the prayer sessions.

### What devices support Magdalene Prayers?

Magdalene Prayers is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to be accessible on Apple's mobile and tablet platforms.

### What is the age rating for Magdalene Prayers?

Magdalene Prayers has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is considered suitable for children and general audiences.

### How often is Magdalene Prayers updated?

The app was last updated on November 4, 2018, to version 1.1. It was originally released on October 31, 2018.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 2.0 — 2026-06-12

- Complete re-write of the entire app utilizing Apple's newest SwiftUI framework.
- Liquid Glass updates for most of the controls and views.
- New Settings screen.

### 1.1 — 2018-11-04

Added morning and evening prayer options

### 1.0 — 2018-10-30

No release notes.

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