Through her latest film The Ritual, Heaton calls attention to a theme that often goes ignored or dismissed in popular culture: the reality of spiritual warfare. “Jesus clearly recognized Satan as a real being,” she said, challenging both Christians and the broader culture to reexamine the spiritual realities we too easily overlook. Heaton plays the role of the Mother Superior, a woman of faith caught in an escalating spiritual battle. “Put on the Full Armor of God”Addressing the cultural climate today, Heaton pointed out that rising hatred, confusion, and violence are not just sociopolitical trends—they’re spiritual in nature. Prayer, Sacraments, and Family: Weapons of the SpiritAs a practicing Catholic, Heaton emphasized the spiritual power of prayer and the sacraments.