Truth & Life App 11.20.002

Prepare to experience the New Testament like never before with the app that offers more than just the complete RSV Second Catholic Edition Text (RSV-2CE). Not only does it include the audio for the Gospel of Mark, but it also provides a FREE selection from the Ignatius Catholic Study Bible for the Gospel of Mark. If you desire even more, you have the option to purchase the full New Testament Audio and the full Ignatius Catholic Study Bible, which includes an ever-expanding list of Old Testament books. This comprehensive resource is annotated by Dr. Scott Hahn and Curtis Mitch and features superb notes, essays, commentary, and a doctrinal index.

The Truth & Life Dramatized Audio Bible™ New Testament is a remarkable production that offers a celebrity-voiced "radio drama" of the entire RSV-CE New Testament. In this 22-hour audio production, more than 70 actors collaborate to bring the scriptures to life. Together with movie-quality sound effects and an original music score, this award-winning audio New Testament is sure to captivate your senses. It's worth mentioning that this audio production is endorsed with an Imprimatur from the Vatican and even includes a foreword by Pope Benedict XVI. The internationally-renowned cast includes Neal McDonough, Stacy Keach, Kristen Bell, Sean Astin, Michael York, Blair Underwood, Malcolm McDowell, Brian Cox, Julia Ormond, John Rhys-Davies, and many more.

The creation of this world-class audio New Testament required an impressive collaboration. This included 70 actors, 20 audio engineers, 10 studios spread across 3 continents, over 100 media development experts, and a staggering 10,000 production hours.

Aside from its exceptional audio content, the iPhone/iPad app also offers several practical features:

• Complete text of RSV-2CE synchronized with audio for the New Testament
• Direct, instant access to any Bible verse, providing the ability to hear and see the text simultaneously
• A built-in playlist for listening to the whole New Testament in just 40 days or in chronological order
• The option to create your own playlist of verses
• Remembers the last location, so you can easily continue where you left off
• Sleep timer for convenience
• Airplay support for enhanced listening experience
• Support for headphone pause and play buttons
• Sufficient storage capacity to fit the entire 22 hours of audio on your iPhone/iPad

Cardinal Raymond L. Burke, Perfect of the Apostolic Signature of the Holy See, remarked, "The Truth & Life Dramatized audio Bible is entirely faithful to the text of the Holy Scriptures. The manner in which the text is performed beautifully assists the listener in understanding the meaning of the divinely inspired words within their context. The background music and sound effects help the listener imagine the setting of each particular text of the Holy Bible. I am happy to give my wholehearted endorsement to the audio New Testament."

Laura Ingraham, a renowned radio talk show host and New York Times bestselling author, praised this production by saying, "This is the way Scripture is supposed to sound. Revealing and passionate performances from world-class actors, a lyrical translation, and sound effects that put you in the middle of the action. Whether you’ve read the Bible a hundred times or are making the first contact, this is an experience you will not forget and one you will want to repeat often."

The Most Reverend Charles Chaput, Archbishop of Philadelphia, PA, also added his recommendation, stating, "We learn by hearing as well as reading. Those who desire to become true disciples of Jesus will want to learn from His words in every way. For anyone interested in beginning or continuing their adventure of faith, I highly recommend this faithful and powerful presentation of the Word of God."