{"product_id":"a-heart-on-fire","title":"A Heart on Fire – Fr. James Kubicki, SJ | Catholic Book on Sacred Heart Devotion","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Heart on Fire – Fr. James Kubicki, SJ | Rediscovering Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Association of Catholic Publishers 2013 Excellence in Publishing Award\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0639\/8056\/8629\/files\/Award-Winners-2021_RIBBON_2.png?v=1732894172\" style=\"float:left;height:100px;width:100px;margin:0 16px 16px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinner of a 2013 Excellence in Publishing Award from the Association of Catholic Publishers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"clear:both;\"\u003eWritten by Rev. James Kubicki, SJ — former national director of the Apostleship of Prayer (now the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network) — \u003cem\u003eA Heart on Fire: Rediscovering Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus\u003c\/em\u003e is a persuasive, theologically grounded guide to one of Catholicism’s most beloved yet often misunderstood devotions. Fr. Kubicki traces the rich spiritual and historical roots of Sacred Heart devotion and shows how the faithful can encounter Christ’s heart in one another, in Scripture, in the sacraments, and above all in the Eucharist. Published by Ave Maria Press.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(240px,1fr));gap:16px;margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;padding:16px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e✝️ Deep Theological Roots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFr. Kubicki unpacks the history and theology of Sacred Heart devotion — making a centuries-old tradition accessible, relevant, and alive for Catholics today.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;padding:16px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e🏠 Family Consecration \u0026amp; Enthronement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePractical guidance on the Twelve Promises, family consecration, home enthronement, the Sacred Heart Badge, and the Litany of the Sacred Heart.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;padding:16px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e🦴 Eucharist \u0026amp; Scripture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover how the Sacred Heart is encountered in the Mass, the sacraments, and Sacred Scripture — connecting devotion to the heart of Catholic life.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;padding:16px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e🏆 Award-Winning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHonored with the 2013 Excellence in Publishing Award from the Association of Catholic Publishers — a trusted resource for parishes, schools, and families.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;max-width:600px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"min-width:300px;border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eRev. James Kubicki, SJ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eAve Maria Press\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003eISBN\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e978-1-59471-287-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e1-59471-287-5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003eSpirituality Tradition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eSacred Heart \/ Jesuit \/ Ignatian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003eAward\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eACP 2013 Excellence in Publishing Award\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003eSold by\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003eCatholic Faith Store\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is this book about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Heart on Fire\u003c\/em\u003e is a comprehensive guide to devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Fr. James Kubicki, SJ, explores the theological and spiritual history of the devotion, explains the Twelve Promises, and shows how Catholics can encounter the Sacred Heart in everyday life — through Scripture, the sacraments, the Eucharist, holy hours, and traditional devotional practices like family consecration and home enthronement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is Fr. James Kubicki, SJ?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFr. James Kubicki is a Jesuit priest and former national director of the Apostleship of Prayer — now known as the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network — the worldwide Jesuit organization dedicated to Sacred Heart spirituality and prayer. He is a respected author, retreat director, and speaker on Catholic devotional life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the Twelve Promises of the Sacred Heart?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Twelve Promises are graces that Jesus revealed to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque in the 17th century for those devoted to His Sacred Heart. They include peace in families, consolation in troubles, fervor for the lukewarm, and the grace of final perseverance. Fr. Kubicki explores each promise and its contemporary relevance throughout the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this book suitable for parish or group use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — \u003cem\u003eA Heart on Fire\u003c\/em\u003e is well-suited for individual reading, parish adult faith formation, Sacred Heart devotional groups, Lenten or Advent study series, and RCIA programs. Its clear writing and theological depth make it accessible to a wide range of readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good Catholic gift?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. 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