Why does Jesus make such bold promises to those devoted to His Sacred Heart—like turning “tepid souls” into “fervent” ones?

In this episode, Jess sits down with Fr. Joe Laramie, SJ, director of the Sacred Heart Retreat Center in Sedalia and former director of the Apostleship of Prayer, to explore how this centuries-old devotion speaks directly to the heart of the missionary.

Whether you’re feeling spiritually dry, fervent, or somewhere in between, the Sacred Heart offers a deeply personal call to renewal.

Jess and Fr. Joe discuss:

The promise of transformation: what Jesus offers to lukewarm or weary souls
Why consecration and reparation are more than devotional extras—they're missionary fuel
The power of the Sacred Heart in history, including the mysterious link between France and the French Revolution

Fr. Joe Laramie has been a member of the Society of Jesus for 25 years and ordained a priest for 10 years. Fr. Laramie has served as the director of the Apostleship of Prayer, a 200 year-old prayer ministry dedicated to the Sacred Heart, and now serves as the director of Sacred Heart Retreat Center in Sedalia, Colorado.

Tepid No More: The Sacred Heart and the Missionary Soul