Frequently Asked Questions

Questions & answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Practical answers about Saint Expedite, prayer requests, offerings, accounts, and the Hodie Partner community.

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Getting started

Q.How does the Hodie Partner platform work?

A.Hodie Partner is a digital space for devotees to connect. You can post prayer intentions, share expressions of gratitude, make symbolic digital offerings (like virtual candles or flowers linked to prayers), and react to support others in the community.

Q.Is it ok to add or support a prayer if I'm not Catholic?

A.Yes, absolutely! While Saint Expedite is associated with Catholic tradition, devotion to him transcends religious boundaries. The platform welcomes people of all faiths or none who are drawn to Saint Expedite's intercession for urgent causes. What matters most is sincerity and respect in your approach.

Prayers and privacy

Q.What is public when I add a prayer?

A.Your prayer title and text are public. Anonymous posting hides your profile name; it does not hide identifying details you include in the prayer. Sign in to add a prayer and manage it from your account. Avoid sharing information you do not want others to read.

Q.What should my prayer say?

A.Your prayer should be sincere and specific about your intention. Include what you're asking for and why it's important to you. While there's no strict format, it's traditional to promise to spread devotion to Saint Expedite or make an offering in thanks if your prayer is answered. Be respectful and clear in your request.

Q.Where can I see my prayers and offerings?

A.You can view all your prayers and offerings in your personal account dashboard. Additionally, you can find your active prayers in the 'All Prayers' section, where you can filter to show only your submissions. Each prayer shows its associated offerings, comments, and status updates.

Q.I'm experiencing a bug

A.If you encounter any technical issues or bugs, please email us at contact@hodiepartner.com with details about the problem, including what you were trying to do and any error messages you received. Screenshots are helpful. We aim to address technical issues as quickly as possible.

Offerings and payments

Q.Are the digital offerings real?

A.Digital offerings are symbolic items in your Hodie Partner inventory. They can be placed on a prayer in the online community. No physical item is shipped or placed at a physical shrine. They supplement your personal practice; a purchase does not guarantee a prayer outcome.

Q.How do I buy and place a digital offering?

A.Sign in, choose an offering and a prayer, then continue to Stripe checkout. A completed purchase adds the item to your account inventory. Return to the prayer, choose Leave an offering, and select the item from your inventory to place it. Checkout does not place the item automatically. You can also use available inventory on another prayer.

Q.Why does it cost money? Who is the money going to?

A.Digital offering purchases support operation and development of Hodie Partner, an independent project. They are purchases, not charitable donations. The price is shown before checkout; you can participate in prayer without buying an offering.

Q.I'm having a payment problem

A.If you're experiencing payment issues, please first check that your payment method is up to date. If problems persist, contact our support team at contact@hodiepartner.com with details about the issue. We'll help resolve any payment-related concerns promptly.

Tradition

Q.Who is Saint Expedite?

A.Saint Expedite is a widely venerated saint in folk Catholicism, known as the patron of urgent causes, swift solutions, and against procrastination. Tradition holds he was a Roman centurion martyred for his faith after decisively choosing Christianity "today" (Hodie) rather than "tomorrow" (Cras).

Q.Is Saint Expedite officially recognized by the Catholic Church?

A.While venerated for centuries, Saint Expedite is not on the official General Roman Calendar of saints recognized universally by the Catholic Church, largely due to limited historical documentation about his life. His veneration is primarily a matter of popular piety and folk tradition.

Q.What are common offerings for Saint Expedite?

A.Traditional offerings include pound cake (especially Sara Lee brand in New Orleans), red candles, red flowers (like carnations), and a glass of water. Some devotees also offer coins or public acknowledgment of thanks upon receiving assistance.

Q.Is this website affiliated with any official religious organization?

A.No, Hodie Partner is an independent platform created by devotees for devotees. It is not officially affiliated with the Catholic Church or any other religious institution.

Q.How quickly does Saint Expedite answer prayers?

A.Saint Expedite is known for swift intercession, but experiences vary greatly among individuals. Devotion emphasizes faith, promptness in fulfilling promises made to the saint (like offerings or thanks), and understanding that divine timing may differ from human expectations.