The Catholic Church has blessed its first iPhone application, which allows the congregation to prepare for their latest confession wherever they are.

'Confession: A Roman Catholic App' was developed in conjunction with the church after the Pope urged congregants to get out online and give the internet a soul. The application received an imprimatur (an official blessing) from Bishop Kevin Rhodes of the Diocese of Fort Wayne in Indiana.

"Designed to be used in the confessional, this app is the perfect aid for every penitent," said Little iApps, which is selling the application.

"With a personalized examination of conscience for each user, password protected profiles, and a step-by-step guide to the sacrament, this app invites Catholics to prayerfully prepare for and participate in the Rite of Penance."

Forgiveness doesn't come cheap however. The application costs $1.99 and congregants will still have to see a priest to receive full confession.

09 Feb 2011