Your Orthodox parish,
in every parishioner's pocket.
Custom native apps for Greek, Antiochian, OCA, Russian, and Serbian Orthodox parishes. Liturgical calendar, fasting guide, name day reminders, Byzantine chant, and stewardship management. Your parish. Your app. Your data.
Trusted by Orthodox parishes across jurisdictions. No setup fee. No long-term contracts.
Ancient faith. Modern challenge.
Orthodox parishes are losing a generation that lives on their phones. The liturgical richness of Orthodoxy deserves better than a Facebook page.
6M
Orthodox Christians
in the United States
55%
of young Orthodox
disengage after college
78%
of parishes have no
mobile app
3x
engagement with
app vs. website
Sources: Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops, Pew Research, Orthodox Christian Laity
Built for Orthodox liturgical life
Liturgical calendar, fasting, feast days, name days, and chant. Every feature shaped by the rhythm of Orthodox worship.
Liturgical Calendar
Full Julian or Revised Julian calendar with feast days, fast days, saints, and service schedules for your jurisdiction.
Fasting Guide
Daily fasting guidelines for Great Lent, Apostles' Fast, Dormition Fast, Nativity Fast, and Wednesday/Friday. Clear, practical guidance.
Name Day Reminders
Members enter their patron saint and receive automatic notifications. Parish-wide name day celebrations listed.
Stewardship Giving
Annual pledge tracking, special collections, building fund, and general giving. Track stewardship goals and send statements.
Byzantine Chant Player
Native audio player for chant recordings, choir practice tracks, troparia, and kontakia with bookmarks.
Lives of the Saints
Daily saint commemorations with synaxarion readings, icons, and troparia for each feast.
Parish Directory
Searchable member directory, parish council, ministry heads, and clergy contact information.
Event Calendar
Divine Liturgy, Vespers, Matins, feast day celebrations, Greek/Lebanese/Serbian festivals, and youth programs.
How Rehost compares to other Orthodox parish tools
There is almost no competition in Orthodox-specific parish software. That is the problem - and the opportunity.
| Feature | Rehost | ParishSOFT | Breeze ChMS | Generic Apps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Custom Native App | 100% Custom | Basic App | No App | Template |
| Monthly Cost | $250/mo | Quote-based | $72-$180/mo | $50-$200/mo |
| Data Ownership | You own your data | Locked in their platform | Locked in their platform | Locked in their platform |
| Julian Calendar | Full Support | No | No | No |
| Fasting Calendar | Built-in | No | No | No |
| Name Days | Push Alerts | No | No | No |
| Byzantine Chant | Native Player | No | No | No |
| Multi-language | Greek/Arabic/Slavonic | English Only | English Only | Basic |
| Setup Fee | $0 | Yes | $0 | Varies |
What leaders are saying
"No other app understands the Orthodox calendar. Feast days, fasting schedules, and name day reminders for our entire community. Our parishioners open it every morning."
Fr. Dimitrios Papadopoulos
Proistamenos, Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox
Portland, OR
"Stewardship pledges increased 25% when members could track their giving and see parish goals in real time. The parish council was thrilled."
George Haddad
Parish Council President
St. George Antiochian Orthodox, Wichita, KS
"Our youth group doubled when young parishioners could see events, sign up, and get push notifications. They actually use the app because it looks modern."
Matushka Elena Petrov
Youth Ministry Coordinator
St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox, San Francisco, CA
Simple, transparent pricing.
One plan. No per-member fees, no surprises.
Orthodox Parish Plan
Everything you need. Nothing you do not.
- Custom native app
Your name on the App Store. Custom design, not a template.
- $0 setup fee
No upfront costs. We build it, we launch it, you pay monthly.
- You own your data
Your member data, donor history, domain, and App Store accounts. Cancel anytime and we hand it all back.
- Cancel anytime
Month-to-month. No penalties, no long contracts.
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Why Orthodox parishes need an Orthodox app
Generic church apps were built for Protestant worship. Orthodox liturgical life is profoundly different.
Liturgical, Not Programmatic
Protestant apps organize around sermon series and small groups. Orthodox churches follow the liturgical cycle: feasts, fasts, vigils, and the daily office. Your app should know the difference.
Calendar Accuracy Matters
Whether your parish follows the Julian Calendar or the Revised Julian Calendar, your feast days and fast days must be correct. Generic apps have no concept of Paschalion.
Multi-Jurisdictional
Greek, Antiochian, OCA, Russian, Serbian, Romanian. Each jurisdiction has variations in practice. Your app should be configured for your specific tradition.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions from parish priests, parish council members, and stewardship committees.
Is this built for our specific jurisdiction?
Yes. Whether you are Greek, Antiochian, OCA, Russian, Serbian, or Romanian, we customize the app to your jurisdiction's liturgical calendar, fasting traditions, and organizational structure.
Does it follow the Julian or Revised Julian calendar?
Both. We configure the calendar based on your parish's jurisdiction. Old Calendar and New Calendar feast days are both fully supported.
Can we display the fasting calendar?
Yes. Full fasting calendar with Great Lent, Apostles' Fast, Dormition Fast, Nativity Fast, and Wednesday/Friday fasts. Members see daily fasting guidelines.
Does it include the liturgical schedule?
Yes. Divine Liturgy, Vespers, Matins, Akathist services, and Holy Week schedules. Updated by your parish office directly from the app admin.
Can we track name days?
Yes. Members enter their patron saint and receive automatic notifications on their name day. Parish-wide name day listings included.
How does stewardship giving work?
Secure in-app stewardship pledges and giving. Track annual pledges, special collections, and building fund contributions. Annual statements auto-generated.
Can we host liturgical music?
Yes. Native audio player for Byzantine chant recordings, choir practice tracks, and recorded services with bookmarks.
Does it support Greek, Arabic, or Slavonic?
Yes. Full multilingual support including Greek, Arabic, Church Slavonic, Romanian, and English. RTL support for Arabic included.
How fast can we launch?
Most parish apps launch within 2 to 3 weeks. We handle design, development, and App Store submission.
Is there a long-term contract?
No. Month-to-month. Cancel anytime with no penalties.
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