Hallow Prayer Challenges
As prayer becomes a regular part of daily life, it begins to transform the way we live and connect with others. Join fellow parishioners as we grow together through shared prayer, reflection, and encouragement. These challenges are an opportunity to deepen your relationship with God, strengthen your faith, and build a more prayerful parish community.
When
- August 24 – The Science of Happiness
- September 14 – Biblical Walk Through the Mass
- October 1 – Month of the Rosary
- December 1 – Advent Pray25
Learn About Each Challenge
The Science of Happiness | August 24
Evening Speakers | Fr. John Rahimi
Join Harvard professor, Dr. Arthur Brooks, as we discover the science behind happiness from a Catholic perspective and the three key components that will help guide you there.
A Biblical Walk Through the Mass | September 14
A Biblical Walk Through the Mass
Join Dr. Edward Sri as he looks at the meaning behind the Mass. This Hallow Course explores the biblical roots of the words and gestures we experience in the Liturgy and explains their profound significance.
Month of the Rosary | October 1
Month of the Rosary
Join us in praying the Rosary every day in October, the month dedicated to the Holy Rosary. Each day, Fr. Burke Masters, a priest of the Diocese of Joliet, will begin the session, sharing an insight on the Rosary or feast day and introducing our guests. Then different guides, including Sr. Miriam, Jonathan Roumie, and Fr. David Michael Moses, will lead us as we meditate on the life, death, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Advent Pray25 | December 1
Advent Pray25
Check out the official trailer for Advent Pray25: Be Still (2025) brought to you by Truth Charting. Join us on Monday, December 1, 2025 for a powerful journey to be still, slow down, and follow in the footsteps of the Holy Family as we pray every day leading up to Christmas.
The Hallow App
Deepen your relationship with God with Hallow, the #1 Catholic prayer app. Pray alongside beloved Catholic voices and explore guided prayer, Scripture, meditation,, and more, all designed to help you find peace and grow closer to Christ. Join our parish community on Hallow to pray together, share prayer intentions, and take part in prayer challenges throughout the year. Visit our Hallow parish page to join our community and start praying with us today.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hallow?
Hallow is the #1 Catholic prayer and meditation app in the world. It offers guided prayers, meditations, reflections, and daily devotionals to help you grow closer to God, deepen your faith, and find peace in everyday life. Hallow also connects you with a global community of Catholics praying together and provides special features for parish engagement, like joining your parish community and accessing discounted premium content.
Who can join?
Anyone can join the St. James Community on Hallow. If you are looking for a community to join in prayer, join us!
Do I need the premium/pay to use Hallow?
NO! Hallow is a free-to-use app. Through our partnership with Hallow, you can receive 50% off your annual subscription for as long as your parish is partnered with Hallow. The first six months are free, and you can cancel at any time.
What if I already have the a premium Hallow?
1.) Cancel your current subscription by following these instructions.
2.) Go to Hallow.com/Redeem and subscribe using the promo code: ExpansionSub50
You’ll continue to receive 50% off your annual subscription during the duration of your parish’s partnership with us.
How do I register?
Before accessing premium features, you’ll need to join the parish community first. Create a Hallow account and opt out of the premium subscription when prompted. Then, go to the Community tab at the bottom of the app’s home page, search for St. James Parish or enter the ZIP code 60004, and follow the prompts to join. Once you’ve joined, you’ll be prompted to access the discounted Hallow premium subscription—you can choose to accept or decline.
What if I want to learn more or have issues?
For any questions or assistance, reach out to Aurelio Garcia at [email protected] or call 224-345-7218.