# Patristic Nectar

> Orthodox Christian faith education and patristic content for inquirers. (iPhone/iPad app by Orthodox Christian Ministries, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patristic-nectar/id6502949324 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Orthodox Christian Ministries, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1747516047)
- Category: Education, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.85/5 from 167 App Store ratings · 119 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 50 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2024-06-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patristic-nectar/id6502949324/reviews.md

## What is Patristic Nectar?

Patristic Nectar Publications is a non-profit organization created to advance the cause of the Orthodox Christian faith by publishing catechetical materials designed for a wide array of non-Orthodox inquirers. Our publications, marked by zealous fidelity to the Orthodox Church's teachings as expressed in the writings of the Holy Fathers, include a wide range of patristic content. This effort aims to bring the wealth of Sacred Tradition to a generation attuned to listening rather than reading. For more information, please go to our website www.patristicnectar.org, and email us anytime.”

## Key features

- Catechetical materials
- Orthodox Christian faith explanation
- Writings of the Holy Fathers
- Sacred Tradition content
- Content for non-Orthodox inquirers

## What do users think of Patristic Nectar?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 📚 Extensive free Orthodox Christian content library
- 👍 User-friendly and intuitive interface
- 🎧 High-quality lectures and theological teachings
- ⬇️ Ability to download content for offline use
- 🆓 Completely free with no paywalls
- 📖 Comprehensive resources (psalms, music, sermons, catechism)
- 🔄 Remembers playback position in lectures
- 🔍 Effective search functionality
- ⭐ Exceptional content from Fr. Josiah Trenham
- 🎯 Well-organized and easy to navigate

**Cons**

- 🐛 Login and authentication failures
- 🐛 Playback stops midway through content
- 🐛 Server connectivity issues
- ⚠️ Laggy performance and frequent glitches
- 📱 iPad horizontal orientation not supported
- 🔒 Content locked behind login/paywall screens
- 🔋 Screen must stay on to play audio
- 🗓️ Synaxarion calendar defaults to January instead of current date
- ❌ Cannot edit or delete custom tags
- 🎬 Videos redirect to YouTube instead of playing in-app

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Sign-in button unresponsive
- Cannot login through app or online despite account creation
- App cannot reach servers error message
- Filter for all vs unplayed content not working correctly
- Kathisma playback changed to psalm-by-psalm after update
- Error fetching valid stream for playback
- Some Synaxarion days appear blank with missing content
- Search results locked for certain saints
- App crashes or freezes during playback
- Synaxarion calendar selector resets to January 1

**Most requested features**

- Transcript or subtitle support for lectures
- Continuous playback of entire Kathisma without interruption
- Calendar view for Synaxarion with date picker
- Display audio duration for each recording
- Offline functionality improvements
- In-app video playback instead of YouTube redirect
- Ability to edit or delete custom tags
- More content from modern saints
- Practical spiritual growth guidance
- Developer contact information in app

## Recent user reviews (10 of 119)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patristic-nectar/id6502949324/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Thankful

*2026-08-24, version 1.5.1*

Love listening, has always helped keep me oriented on Christs path. Thank you for sharing this App with the public

### 5/5 — Blessing

*2026-08-12, version 1.5.1*

Thank you

### 5/5 — Beautiful

*2026-08-11, version 1.5.1*

As a new convert- I needed to hear this! Thank you so much!! God bless you!

### 5/5 — A healing balm

*2026-08-06, version 1.5.1*

I simply cannot thank the LORD enough for the blessing that the Patristic Nectar catalog of teachings has been in my journey of faith in The Way.  The timeliness of my discovering it and the timelessness of the teachings contained within have been a healing balm for my soul. Praise God for His mercy and the salvation Christ brings in offering Himself for the life of the world.

### 5/5 — Rare Edifying Application

*2026-08-01, version 1.5.1*

Patristic Nectar has been a treasure, and beautiful edifying tool to further my walk with Christ and the Church. Thank God for the Salt & Light of Patristic Nectar. Thank you

### 5/5 — Informative!

*2026-07-31, version 1.5.1*

Really enjoying this app. Great Catechism lectures.

### 5/5 — This app is a gift

*2026-07-30, version 1.5.1*

Everything that Farther J produces on here is easy to digest and easy to listen to. I donate monthly but the fact that it’s free for all people is such a gift. If you’re new on your orthodox journey or have been on it for a while, you will get some much from this app. Get off YouTube and learn at Patristic Nectar! Thank you Father Josiah, and may the peace of the Lord be with you 🙏🏼

### 5/5 — Soul Nourishing

*2026-07-28, version 1.5.1*

I’m newly exploring Orthodoxy and this app has been an amazing resource. I’m almost done with the series on War & Peace. Thank you for putting together such amazing content.

### 5/5 — Be challenged

*2026-07-26, version 1.5.1*

Father Josiah opens your mind to a whole new world of understanding what it means to be Christian. It is a life of challenge, and it is a life of peace, is a life of struggle, and a life of ease. His lectures make it simple to understand the orthodox mind and the churches beliefs. If you’re looking to understand the challenge of what it means to be Christian, this is a good place to start.

### 5/5 — Excellent Resource

*2026-07-24, version 1.5.1*

Wonderful resource for all levels.

## Frequently asked questions about Patristic Nectar

### What is Patristic Nectar?

Patristic Nectar is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the Orthodox Christian faith. It publishes catechetical materials designed to explain the faith to those who are not Orthodox.

### What kind of content does the app offer?

The app offers a wide range of patristic content, drawing from the writings of the Holy Fathers. This content is designed to share the wealth of Sacred Tradition with users.

### Who is this app intended for?

This app is primarily intended for non-Orthodox inquirers who are seeking to understand the Orthodox Christian faith. It aims to make complex theological concepts accessible.

### Is there a cost to use this app?

The provided information indicates the app has advertisements, suggesting it is free to use. There is no mention of a purchase price or subscription fee.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.1 — 2026-06-04

Features
- Carplay
- Improved carousels

Bug Fixes
- Various bug fixes

### 1.4.3 — 2025-12-10

Various bug fixes.

### 1.4.2 — 2025-08-29

Bug Fixes

• Fixes various issues with resuming content playback.

### 1.4.1 — 2025-08-27

Bug Fixes

• Fixes an issue causing the inability to scroll to the description while watching a video.
• Fixes miscellaneous issues.

### 1.4.0 — 2025-08-22

Bug Fixes

• Various bug fixes.


Features

• Automatically resume playback of your last item when reopening the app.
• Add the ability to add bookmarks with notes for audio and ebooks.
• Upgrade the UI of the audio player.

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