What if Jesus had not come yet?
What if there was a world identical to ours except that Jesus Christ had not come until today?
How would the events unfold in a modern world?
What would it feel like to be his parents?
Devoted Heart is a modern-day retelling of the birth of Jesus, seen through the eyes of Joe Shepherd—a young war veteran whose world is upended when he returns home to find his fiancée, Mary, unexpectedly pregnant. As doubt, scandal, and small-town whispers threaten to tear them apart, Joe wrestles with faith, fear, and an impossible choice.
Stripping away the layers of traditional varnish, Devoted Heart captures the raw love, uncertainty, and devotion of a young couple chosen to bring the Savior into the world.
Blending heart, humor, and timeless wonder, Devoted Heart reimagines the Nativity with fresh eyes—reminding us that faith isn’t about seeing, but believing.
Meet the Cast & Crew
Billy Dickson- Director
Billy Dickson- Director
Billy Dickson- Director
An acclaimed director and cinematographer, Billy Dickson brings his masterful storytelling and visual artistry to Devoted Heart. With a career spanning decades in film and television, Dickson has earned industry recognition for his work on acclaimed projects such as One Tree Hill and Ally McBeal.
A member of the prestigious American Socie
An acclaimed director and cinematographer, Billy Dickson brings his masterful storytelling and visual artistry to Devoted Heart. With a career spanning decades in film and television, Dickson has earned industry recognition for his work on acclaimed projects such as One Tree Hill and Ally McBeal.
A member of the prestigious American Society of Cinematographers (ASC), his keen eye for composition and lighting has shaped some of the most memorable visuals in modern entertainment.
Bill Myers- Writer
Billy Dickson- Director
Billy Dickson- Director
Award-winning screenwriter and author Bill Myers is best known for his compelling narratives that blend faith, heart, and adventure across books, film, and television. His work includes over 100 books, such as McGee and Me! and The Elijah Project, as well as screenwriting credits for numerous film and TV projects.
Drawing from his novella
Award-winning screenwriter and author Bill Myers is best known for his compelling narratives that blend faith, heart, and adventure across books, film, and television. His work includes over 100 books, such as McGee and Me! and The Elijah Project, as well as screenwriting credits for numerous film and TV projects.
Drawing from his novella Devoted Heart, Myers crafts a modern reimagining of the Nativity that strips away tradition to reveal the raw love, faith, and doubt of a young couple chosen to bring the Savior into the world.
Sterling Street- Joe
Billy Dickson- Director
Sterling Street- Joe
Sterling Street is an Atlanta-based actor known for his compelling performances across film, television, and theater. He holds a Master of Fine Arts in Acting from the University of Central Florida. Street's versatility and adaptability has enabled him to play a wide range of roles from George Bailey to Disney. In Devoted Heart, he bring
Sterling Street is an Atlanta-based actor known for his compelling performances across film, television, and theater. He holds a Master of Fine Arts in Acting from the University of Central Florida. Street's versatility and adaptability has enabled him to play a wide range of roles from George Bailey to Disney. In Devoted Heart, he brings depth and authenticity to the character of Joe Shepherd, a modern-day Joseph navigating the complex challenges of faith and love amidst his crumbling world.
Meghan Cooley- Mary
Ryan O'Quinn- Pastor McDermott
Sterling Street- Joe
Making her feature film debut in Devoted Heart, Meghan Cooley is an emerging young talent with a passion for storytelling. A senior at Landmark Christian School in Fairburn, Georgia, she has been actively involved in the school’s fine arts program, honing her skills in performance and creative expression. Meghan brings fresh energy and n
Making her feature film debut in Devoted Heart, Meghan Cooley is an emerging young talent with a passion for storytelling. A senior at Landmark Christian School in Fairburn, Georgia, she has been actively involved in the school’s fine arts program, honing her skills in performance and creative expression. Meghan brings fresh energy and natural sincerity to her role, delivering a heartfelt performance in this modern reimagining of the Nativity.
Ryan O'Quinn- Pastor McDermott
Ryan O'Quinn- Pastor McDermott
Ryan O'Quinn- Pastor McDermott
Ryan O'Quinn is an actor, producer, author, and comedian who brings the character’s inner turmoil, resilience, and unwavering love for his daughter to the role of Pastor McDermott. O'Quinn's diverse career includes appearances on popular TV series such as Alias, 3rd Rock from the Sun, and Beverly Hills, 90210. He has also starred in feature films like Believe and Paul's Promise.
Lindsey McKeon- Mrs. McDermott
Ryan O'Quinn- Pastor McDermott
Ryan O'Quinn- Pastor McDermott
Lindsey McKeon is an American actress recognized for her dynamic roles across television and film including Katie Peterson on Saved by the Bell: The New Class, Marah Lewis on the daytime soap opera Guiding Light (earning two Daytime Emmy nominations), Taylor James on One Tree Hill. She has also made guest appearances on series such as Supernatural, Veronica Mars, and CSI: Miami.