FAQ

It is hoped that this FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) page will answer most of your questions.  (Click on the heading above which your question is asked)

The origins of Mobile Gabriel

  1. When did Mobile Gabriel come into existence, and why?
  2. Why is it called Mobile Gabriel?

Updating of Mobile Gabriel

  1. How often is Mobile Gabriel updated?
  2. Who is responsible for Mobile Gabriel?

Technical questions concerning Mobile Gabriel

  1. How do I add Mobile Gabriel to my PDA?

    You may access Mobile Gabriel from your web browser - whether on your computer or your internet-enabled PDA.
   Should your PDA not be web-enabled, you'll need to use an eBook reader (eg. Microsoft Reader, Mobipocket, etc).  For more information on adding an eBook reader to your device, click here.

  1. How much space will I need for Mobile Gabriel on my PDA?

    If you access Mobile Gabriel via an internet-enabled device, site-size is of no consequence; pages load quickly.  Should you access Mobile Gabriel via some type of eBook reader, data files average 300-350kb.

  1. Is a Spanish version of Mobile Gabriel available?

    If you visit www.evangelizacion.org.mx, this sites sends daily e-mails with Daily Readings, and a daily meditation in Spanish. You can also check out http://www.misas.org which provides the ability to download Mass Readings in Spanish to your PDA.

  1. Is there a website dedicated to Mobile Gabriel?

    All Mobile Gabriel files are available at http://www.mobilegabriel.com.  

  1. What liturgical calendar is used?

    The liturgical calendar is from the Roman Rite of the Catholic Church in the United States. However different countries use slightly different calendars. So feast days in a different country may be at odds with what is in Mobile Gabriel.

  1. What translation of the scriptures does Mobile Gabriel use?

    With the permission of the USCCB (United States Conference of Catholic Bishops) Mobile Gabriel uses the New American translation of the scriptures.  

Support for Mobile Gabriel

  1. How can I support the efforts of Mobile Gabriel?

Other frequently asked questions:

  1. How large is the Mobile Gabriel community?
  2. Is there a Catholic version of the Bible for my PDA?
  3. May I use Mobile Gabriel on my PDA at Mass?
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I have a question, comment or suggestion not included in this FAQ. How can I get in touch with you?
    Please feel free to email me at fr.trask (at) mobilegabriel.com. If your question is a common one, I will include it in this FAQ. I am always open to suggestions so please feel free to email. Thank you and know that all the users of Mobile Gabriel are in my prayers.

Fr. David Trask
Diocese of Cleveland
fr.trask (at) mobilegabriel.com