Digital Nativity: Theo App’s Advent Campaign Undermines True Catholic Spirituality
Catholic News Agency (CNA) reports on November 23, 2025, that the Theo prayer app aims to gather one million children for an Advent campaign featuring an animated donkey named Theodore – purportedly descended from the Bethlehem donkey – alongside “Fr.” Ambrose Criste and actor David Henrie. The 25-day program includes Luke’s Gospel readings, saint stories, and parent-child activities under CEO Francisco Cornejo’s direction, claiming to help families “discover the true meaning of the season” through digital engagement.









