# The Better Part

> Christ-centered daily meditation companion based on the four Gospels. (iPhone/iPad app by Sophia Institute.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-better-part/id1512459331 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sophia Institute](https://appshunter.io/developer/1451458788)
- Category: Books, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 63 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-04-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-better-part/id1512459331/reviews.md

## What is The Better Part?

"The Better Part: A Christ-Centered Resource for Personal prayer" by Fr. John Bartunek, LC, has already improved thousands of lives in its best-selling book form. Now the same practical and deep help for Christian meditation is available in an app!
Fr. Bartunek has created an extensive, Christ-centered resource to serve as a daily meditation companion. It is a Bible study on the four Gospels (included in full), a survey of saints' writings, a guide to prayer, and a fresh introduction to Jesus rolled into one. The Better Part enables us to read, meditate, absorb and apply the Gospels to our lives, and it serves as a catalyst to personalize times of prayer, enabling us to follow the Holy Spirit's lead into holiness.
Each Gospel passage includes four commentaries: Christ as Lord, Christ as Teacher, Christ as Friend, and Christ in my Life. Questions for personal reflection and small group discussion are also included.
You can choose to go through “The Better Part” sequentially or according to the Liturgical Calendar.
We lead tremendously busy lives, with 1,001 things to do. Even so, every saint and renowned spiritual director through the ages has said the same thing: If we desire to become saints, we must spend time daily in meditation. With this App, you can make that happen in a powerful new way.

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## Key features

- Christ-centered meditation guide
- Full text of the four Gospels
- Commentaries on Christ's roles
- Personal reflection questions
- Small group discussion prompts
- Sequential or liturgical calendar options

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Premium | $9.99 | per year |


## Chart rankings

- #149 in Top Grossing · Book (US App Store)


## Frequently asked questions about The Better Part

### What is The Better Part?

The Better Part is a Christ-centered resource for personal prayer and Christian meditation. It includes the full text of the four Gospels, commentaries, and reflection questions to help users deepen their spiritual lives.

### What content is included in The Better Part?

The app features the four Gospels, four types of commentaries for each passage (Christ as Lord, Teacher, Friend, and in my Life), and questions for personal and group reflection. It also includes a survey of saints' writings.

### How can I use The Better Part?

You can progress through the app sequentially or follow the Liturgical Calendar. It is designed to be a daily meditation companion, helping you absorb and apply the Gospels to your life.

### Does The Better Part have ads?

No, The Better Part does not contain advertisements. It is a free app with optional in-app purchases for enhanced features or content.

### What devices does The Better Part support?

The Better Part is available for iPhone and iPad devices.

### What is the age rating for The Better Part?

The Better Part has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is The Better Part updated?

The app was last updated on June 10, 2026, with version 1.0.2. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, recent updates suggest ongoing support.

### What are the subscription options for The Better Part?

The Better Part offers an Annual Premium subscription for $9.99 per year, providing access to additional features or content beyond the free offering.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.0.5 — 2026-08-20

Improvements to audio playback and stability

### 1.0.2 — 2026-06-10

Audio playback fixes

### 1.0.1 — 2026-05-09

Login improvements

### 1.0.0 — 2026-04-27

No release notes.

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