As the residents of Cutter Gap prepare for Thanksgiving, Christy's father visits. Meanwhile, David tries to find a way to bring the new church bell to town on his own.
Bessie Coburn becomes jealous of John Spencer's interest in his teacher, Miss Christy Huddleston. A chance encounter between Christy and Dr. MacNeill threatens both their reputations.
When Jarvis Tatum's wife dies, he holds Dr. MacNeill responsible. When Christy and Rev. Grantland become involved, David is shot and Christy is held captive.