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Jed, there you are.

- Hey. - How you doing?

Yeah, good.

So most of the herd have been driven

from the winter feeding area, except those still calving.

Okay. Thank you.

Yeah.

You going to see your family for Easter?

You know, two of the mother cows are having a hard time.

So I was thinking about

sticking around and keeping an eye.

Hmm. I appreciate that.

Yeah, of course.

Have you ever thought about

maybe heading over to the Red Oak?

Catch a service there? Keeps you closer.

Oh, the one Miss Amy was mentioning?

I hadn't thought of it.

Hmm. Okay. I just got my driver's license renewed

and it said I wasn't born yesterday.

Okay, fine.

I'm hoping to pop over and catch the cowboy church services.

Yeah, you should. I think it'll be good.

Give my regards to Miss Amy.

Yeah.

Wait, you're not going?

Ah, I'm feeling quite at home over at Cedar Rock.

I should take this.

See you, Jed.

Yeah.

Hey nephew. Just checking in.

Just checking in, huh?

Yeah, I have a feeling checking in usually means

less to do with me and more about

what's happening on the other side of the fence. Right?

Oh, now come on.

That's not true. You're wrong there.

I care about what's happening on both sides of the fence line.

Well, there is some news that will affect us.

Oh, what's that?

Seems the Hamiltons have tapped their own water supply.

How?

They dug up an old irrigation ditch,

then they hit the head of an underground stream

and dammed it up from there.

The water flow for the quarry

that we just paid good money for?

It's not our source if it passes through their land, right?

And I should have known that Willis was up to something

when he ripped up our contract.

You didn't tell me about that.

Well, there's something else you should know.

He's looking to expand his herd. Another 250 head.

He doesn't have the capital.

I wouldn't have thought so either.

But he's asking for a feedlot officer,

which means, he means business.

Whoa whoa whoa. For an expansion permit?

Mm-hmm.

Huh.

What are you thinking?

Oh, it's just, we might have some options here.

Okay. Well, let me know. I got to go.

I know. I'm so proud of Dad too.

He certainly is persistent.

I can't believe he knew exactly where to dig

to get that pond started.

You're right.

Guided might be a better way to explain it.

Look, I wanted to let you know that I am not going to be able

to make it to the Easter service for sure.

I know.

The whole community is coming to the ranch

to celebrate the opening of the cowboy church.

Uh, Aunt Amy, I should probably get going.

Can you tell James for me? Thanks, bye.

Hey, listen.

Um, I just wanted to say how grateful I am

that you were able to take those Easter shifts.

Oh, it's okay. Someone's got to keep watch

over our acute care center.

I know it's customary for the newest staff

to cover holidays, but, um, with my nana and,

and everything that's coming on, um...

Yep! Of course.

Okay.

It, it's fine, really.

Okay.

Hi Mom.

Oh, hi sweetie.

What do you think of these?

Oh, perfect.

Right. I thought they were so pretty.

And I got all this tissue paper

to spruce them up a little bit.

I'm surprised to see you here already.

I thought you'd be a few more hours at the cafe.

No, I closed early today.

I wanted to make sure I could get all the baking stuff done

and gather all the supplies for the baskets.

Oh, look.

Mary gave us blackberry jam.

And Vince gave us these packets of goat cheese.

Oh, they look lovely.

So how's the pie factory?

Oh, chugging along. I'm halfway to my goal.

Well, don't tire yourself out.

I'm fine.

If I get tired, I take a break.

The pies don't mind.

Okay, good because there's no rush.

We have plenty of time to get this all done.

Oh, duty calls.

You know the sound of that timer always reminds me

of the school bake sale.

You worked so hard on those.

Oh, I just did whatever was left over

after the PTA volunteers signed up.

Yeah, exactly. The lion's share.

Pretty much.

What I remember is you leading the charge at the sales.

I was so proud of my enterprising little daughter.

Well, apparently it was very good practice.

Grandma would be so proud of you,

making such a success of your cafe,

and named it after her.

Of course. I just wish she was here to see it.

Me too.

I miss her.

I miss her too.

She made the best pies in the state.

I don't know, Mom.

I think you might be giving her a run for her money.

Nah.

Now how are we going to get all these pies in your car?

Maybe I can see if James can help us out with the truck.

I'll text him, see if he can swing by.

Oh, no, no, no. We are not going to bother the pastor.

Not the day before Easter services.

Mom, he's not a celebrity. He's a friend.

And James has everything under control.

Now, what do you say? Time for a tea break?

Oh, yes.

All right, have a seat. I'll put the kettle on.

So you moved here permanently?

Yeah, I made the leap.

You made the leap.

I know.

Janet!

Eric!

What are you doing here?

I, uh...

I came to see you.

I had a few days off of work, so I just,

I thought I'd come out here and do some hiking.

Okay. That's unexpected.

I called. Uh, are you upset?

Upset? No. Why would I be upset?

It looks like you two are catching up.

I had no idea Layla was here in Crossroad Springs.

Well, did you hear about the chief of staff position?

No. Should I have?

All Time Health Net is looking for someone

to head up the clinic.

- Ohhh. - Yeah.

So you two worked together for a long time or...?

How are you finding things here, Layla?

- Oh, me? - Mm-hmm.

I love this clinic.

It's so much more easygoing

than the city hospital.

Go figure.

This place is relaxing for Layla.

Okay. I wouldn't say relaxing, exactly.

But, you know, a little less pressure.

How's, how's Denver General?

- It's busy. - Mm-hmm.

Yeah, it's ridiculous.

I only managed to get a few days off over the holidays,

so, yeah.

Overtime has been crazy over there.

Yeah, I bet.

You know, you always used to go somewhere really fun

when we'd have holidays.

Like you'd meet up with your brother and go skiing

or the beach or a road trip.

I'm just surprised you'd choose little Crossroad Springs

for Easter weekend.

Just visiting friends.

Remember I told you. Eric made a lot of friends here.

Right. Yeah.

Well, I should get to my next patient.

Nice to see you.

But hang on. Uh, what are your plans for Easter?

I'll be here, actually.

- Here on Easter Sunday? - Mm-hmm.

Janet generously stepped in

so that I can go visit my family.

Oh, you're leaving?

Yeah, on a plane tonight.

I'm sorry I'll miss your stay.

Right, right. Likewise.

But isn't James putting on

a big Easter service at the ranch?

Yeah, he is.

The old barn will be filled to the rafters with town people.

But I'm happy to be here and uh, do the work.

Nice seeing you, Eric.

Nice, nice to see you.

I'm so happy I have such a talented wife.

Aw, thank you. I think I get it from my mom.

My dad always says she had a creative spirit.

Well, it certainly lives on in you.

You know, do you ever think that we rushed into moving

so far away?

Sadly, I don't think either of us

have much in the way of roots left there.

Yeah, I guess you're right.

And we are finally finding our footing here.

Oh, speaking of, Aunt Amy asked us

to be there bright and early to help set up.

I'll be there right after chicken duty.

Oh, okay.

Aye, aye, captain chicken.

Bwak!

Yeah, I'm going to drive up to Cedar Rock

for the Easter service out there.

I'm surprised nobody's put up the money

to rent out the church in Crossroad Springs.

Ah, probably not necessary.

James Hamilton started his own church

out on their ranch.

He's doing what now?

Yeah, they're just going to meet right there in the barn.

Ah, I've heard it all. You're better off at Cedar Rock.

I want you to take a meeting later today at Carson's.

Really? With who?

You'll recognize him. I'll text you the details.

Okay. But what's this about?

I got to go. Tell me how it turns out.

Oh, okay.

Have a nice day.

James, am I glad to see you.

It's good to see you too.

Well, I understand you got a few flowers

for me to pick up for tomorrow's service.

Just a few.

Janie, wow.

I guess my Aunt Amy doesn't mess around

when it comes to flower orders, does she?

She does not.

Well they look beautiful.

Thank you so much for putting them together.

And thank you so much for being willing

to sing with us tomorrow.

Of course. I'm honored.

It's going to be really special.

Yeah, that's the plan.

Hey, do you have your guitar with you?

I would love to run the ending of the song, if you have time.

Uh, yeah, actually I got it in the car. I'll go get it.

Great.

♪ Glory in the light

Thank you James. I think we're ready.

It feels really good. Yeah.

- Hey Daniel. - Hey.

Good to see you.

I feel like I just missed a concert.

Thank you. We're just rehearsing for Easter tomorrow.

You going to be at the service?

Ah...

Well of course you're welcome to come if you'd like.

Well, I appreciate that.

But I've been a regular at Cedar Rock.

I think I'll go,

probably hear what Pastor Price says to say.

He's wonderful. That'll be nice.

Too bad you'll miss our performance though.

Now that I am sorry about.

Well, you guys will excuse me. I'm going to go close up.

Well, your dad was sure talking tough at the ranchers' meeting.

You know Daniel, he was talking with conviction

because he values our independence, that's all.

I'm sure you feel the same way about your ranch.

Yeah, I hear you.

Seemed a little confrontational,

ripping up the contract and all.

You know, our families have

gotten it wrong in the past, right?

Just kind of hoping maybe we could find

some common ground or something.

You kind of pinned us into a corner

when you raised the water rights.

You haven't really given us a reason to trust you

regarding any kind of common ground

between us and our families.

We've taken matters into our own hands.

We've got our own water source so we can expand.

At this point, it's just self preservation.

Well, I guess we'll see how events play out then.

We will.

Have a good Easter.

Thank you. You too.

We will miss you at the service tomorrow.

I appreciate you thinking of me Janie.

We all know about old wounds around here.

Take a long time to heal.

Yes they can.

You know, I want to side with my family,

but it gets harder every day.

I'm here to talk whenever.

Thank you.

Well, off to business.

Have a good one.

Thank you.

Mr. Thompson, I presume.

Oh, call me Brad.

I'm an old friend of your uncle's.

Yeah, he didn't really tell me much

about this situation here, so

I assume you two have some history.

Ah, you can say that.

Knew your father Henry too. He was a great man.

Yeah. Big shoes to fill.

Yeah, I was lucky to know him.

You know I got to say you, are the spitting image.

Yeah, people say that.

Well, look, I'm here to do you a favor.

Really? And what's that?

Jackson doesn't want to see a herd expansion

right next door.

And I'm in a position to make it real difficult

for the Hamiltons to get their permit.

Okay. And why would you do that?

Let's just say I owe a debt to your uncle.

So when the Red Oak expansion application comes in

from the feedlot officer,

I'll find some red tape or pretty much anything.

Jam up the works. Sound good?

It's good to meet you, Brad.

Talk soon.

Lord, I know you took Marianne for a reason.

And I respect that, but I uh,

I just want you to know that she was...

Well, I miss her terribly.

I know how much you miss her.

It's funny how time plays tricks on you.

Sometimes it feels like she's been gone so long,

I don't have to be sad anymore.

I just remember the good times.

But today, somehow...

The hurt, it feels like it's right at the surface.

Lord, we are so grateful for our family

at this sacred time.

Bless and keep those who have passed on before us.

We know they are resting in Your arms now.

Willis, hello!

Martha!

You're a sight for sore eyes.

Well, Happy Easter to you.

You as well.

I was hoping that Amy might have some eggs for me.

Oh, I'm sure she does.

Would you like some sweet tea?

I'd love some if you're not too busy.

Are you kidding?

There's so much commotion around here this morning.

I'd love an excuse to make myself scarce.

Get out of everyone's hair.

Well, it's going to be pretty busy over at my house too

with the grandkids over.

But thankfully they're eating chocolate at their house now.

I remember those days too.

Have a seat.

Today?

Yeah, we're hoping it becomes a going concern.

Well I look forward to going to those services every week.

I just don't like driving anymore.

I only do it if I have to.

Like when you're out of eggs.

Yes. And sometimes I go into town.

At least it's closer than the church at Cedar Rock.

Oh, it is.

But if you let me know what time,

I'll pick you up and bring you to the service.

Well that's very nice of you. Thank you.

I also wanted to tell you,

we have finally solved our water problem.

I know Willis.

I was at the center of that drama, remember?

No, no. Not the quarry contract.

We have our own water source now.

I was looking for the old irrigation ditches

in the back 40.

I found them.

And when I was digging out the culverts,

I managed to tap into an underground stream.

You have your own well?

Better than that.

Thanks to a dam, we have our own stream-fed dugout.

Let the rivers flow.

Oh, I am so happy for you.

I wanted to be the one to tell you.

Oh, I am so pleased that the Lord saw fit

to give water back to the Hamilton land.

I know.

Feels like renewal.

Very fitting for Easter Sunday.

It is indeed.

Come on in. I'm in the kitchen.

Hey Aunt Amy.

Bethany! What a nice surprise.

I thought I'd come a little early.

Help you bring things over to the barn.

Well bless you for that. More hands are always welcome.

Is uh, is Mason here with you?

Dad couldn't make it today, unfortunately.

We have not one but two cows in delivery.

Oh, the life of a rancher.

For sure.

And hey, I wanted to say how happy I am

that you're considering being Dad's deputy

at the Ranchers' Association.

Well, well that is very sweet of you.

Um, and I was very flattered to be asked,

but I have too many obligations as it is,

so I don't think that's going to happen.

But my father really needs some new energy

in the organization.

The outgoing deputy was,

well I don't want to say anything unkind,

but he was just...

A little stuck in his ways.

That's a perfect way to put it.

Plus you're so engaged already.

Organizing events, bringing people together,

being a thoughtful contributor at many of the meetings.

And I know you're super busy, but you know what they say.

If you want something done, ask a busy person.

Well, you are a very persuasive salesperson.

When I believe in something, I definitely speak up.

Besides you and Dad would be a dream team.

I will consider it,

if you help me carry these to the barn

I will.

I promise you I'll be a big help today. I love crafts.

Plus don't forget,

I have my Girl Scout's childcare badge

so you can put me in charge of the younger kids.

Well...

Ms. Hansen, my teacher says I'm very responsible.

It's your mom's call, Rosalie.

I think in light of your experience with kids

and your enthusiasm for the job,

you'd make a terrific helper today.

Yes!

And I know you're recovering from an injury,

so I won't make you do anything too strenuous.

Really appreciate that. Thank you.

You get the craft table set up. I'll be right there.

I feel like I am watching a masterclass in parenting.

It's a beautiful day when you see

the best in your kids.

This is genius. I should be taking notes.

Your little cherub is going to be spouting his opinions

sooner than you think.

You're going to have to be prepared.

Seriously. You have a seminar we can sign up for?

Oh honey, I know you're disappointed.

And we are missing you dearly.

I mean, I get it.

A lot of the other doctors are married with kids

and they want to be home with them, but

it just feels slightly unfair.

Just because I'm single doesn't mean I don't care about

spending time with my family.

Well, I sympathize one hundred percent.

Thought I made peace with it, but...

Now that the day's here, I don't know.

I guess I just can't believe that I'm going to miss

James' first Easter sermon at the cowboy church.

Wow. Anyway, thank you for letting me rant.

It helps.

Of course you're just expressing your feelings.

But listen to me.

There are many ways to serve the Lord today.

You were chosen to heal the sick

and that is beyond worthy work.

You always know how to make me feel better.

Well, I, uh, I learned a lot from your mother.

That's lovely. Thank you. You're right.

I am serving the Lord my own way today.

So what about you?

Are you all ready for the crowd?

Uh, getting there.

Yeah, the kids' table is underway.

The decorations are up

and I am just organizing the last of the catering, so yeah.

Well it sounds like you have it all under control.

Okay. Bye.

Okay. Just right here.

Maggie!

When I asked you to help with catering,

I didn't know you were thinking on such a large scale.

Look at this. These are so cute.

Yeah. I just decided to bake

a couple extra goodies over the weekend.

And now I can fully appreciate all of my mother's stories of

how hard her church group worked to provide warmth

and nourishment for everyone.

Mm-hmm.

She really is an incredible woman.

Like mother, like daughter.

You know, I was thinking maybe we could extend

this program into something on a more regular basis,

providing all these food hampers.

I love that idea.

Maybe I can help.

My church back in Chicago, we had a really active food bank.

So once we get settled here, why don't we talk about it?

Okay.

And I just happen to know

where you can get some eggs and fresh vegetables.

Wonderful.

Well, for now you need to focus on welcoming the congregation.

We've got the food baskets from here.

Yes, we do.

Great. Thank you.

These, are incredible.

Hey there.

Hi. Still in town?

Yeah. I thought I dropped by.

See if there was anything urgent I can help you with.

Well, thankfully it's a pretty quiet day.

How about you? You doing okay?

Yeah, I'm fine.

If you don't mind me saying, you don't seem fine.

Well, I happen to actually know my own mind. Eric,

Janet, will you please let me help you.

With what?

Why don't you let me cover for you

so you can go to church with your family.

Eric, what are you talking about?

You don't even work here anymore.

I'm still under the All Time Health Net state roster.

Really?

It would be one hundred percent approved.

Layla approved?

You do that for me?

Janet, I meant it when I said I came here for you.

So, if there's anything I can do to help you while I'm here,

that's my top priority.

I'll take that as yes.

That is perfect.

How's my little family doing?

Holding down the fort.

You just missed the chaos of the toddlers,

trying to get Thomas to hold a crayon.

Oh, that sounds cute.

Yeah. Until he wouldn't give it back.

So he has his father's grip.

You know what I just realized.

What?

We will always remember this as Thomas' first Easter,

right here in the cowboy church.

Yeah, I guess you're right.

And the memories will be beautiful,

especially since you had such an important part

in the renovations.

Well, if you call tarring the roof

and staining the beams important, then yes,

I would say a piece of my heart is here too.

Tina. Lewis.

- Hey. - Hey.

Good to see you.

Alan, how have you been?

I'm great, thanks. Yeah. And who's this little guy?

Alan, this is Thomas.

Hi! he is adorable.

You two must be over the moon.

We are feeling very blessed, thank you.

Sure, sure. Hey, uh,

I was just putting the finishing touches on the old place.

Oh, great. Good for you.

Thanks, thanks.

Do you have a new tenant already?

Well, I was hoping to speak with you two actually,

if you are interested in moving back in,

I offer you first priority.

- Oh. - Oh. Um...

Well, no, we've just, we've been so busy settling in here,

we hadn't really thought about moving back.

Sure. Well offer's on the table, you know,

hassle free, no deposit, same rate.

That's a sweet offer. Thanks, Alan.

Yeah, yeah, of course.

Just let me know what you decide.

I'm going to go get a seat before they're all taken.

Of course.

- Hey. - Hi.

Um, I couldn't help but to overhear

that Alan fixed up your old rental?

Yeah. How about that?

We can get out of y'all's hair.

Out of our hair?

Oh, I, I need to tell you both something.

Sorry. All three of you.

I'm sorry Thomas.

James and Willis and I,

we consider you part of the Red Oak family now.

I mean, not only have you been a ray of light

since you've come, but you've been a tremendous help.

We were really struggling when you landed

and, oh, ranching will always be very tough work.

But many hands make life work.

So since you are working on the ranch,

you are welcome to the foreman's cabin as long as you like.

Well, you certainly cannot beat the commute to work.

No, you cannot.

♪ When I woke up this morning

♪ I could feel Your grace

♪ Sunlight pouring through my windowpane ♪

♪ I once was blind now I see the light ♪

♪ Your mercy save me

♪ Oh what a life

♪ What a life

♪ Every breath I breathe is Your glory song ♪

♪ Your glory song

♪ Glory in the light shining through my darkest night ♪

♪ Glory Glory in the light

♪ Jesus You made all things right ♪

♪ My hands up high my soul's on fire ♪

♪ Your grace has lifted me higher ♪

♪ All my heart testifies

♪ Glory in the light

♪ Glory in the light

Thank you, Janie and James.

That was a beautiful song.

Well, hello everyone and welcome.

We are so thrilled to have you here

at our very humble cowboy church on this holiest of days.

I'm so proud of this community

for its outpouring of love and joy for God's glory.

I would just like to mention that after the service

there will be a celebration.

We will have food, drinks, and some more music.

Also, Maggie from Daisy Mae Cafe, and her mother Bea

have created beautiful Easter baskets,

one for every family, and for the kids too.

So please don't forget to take yours home when you leave.

Now I would like to introduce my nephew.

He has been working so hard

to give us all a place of worship that is close to home.

A place for us to pray where we are, as we are.

Please welcome Pastor James Hamilton.

Well, first off, I'd like to say I didn't do this alone,

so if we could please put our hands together for my family

and the ranch hands and the community

that made this possible, thank you.

So good morning.

Good morning.

How is everyone? Good? Yeah?

Good.

I'd like to welcome you to the first official service and

the grand opening of a brand new cowboy church here at Red Oak.

And I want to make sure everybody knows

that you are always welcome and you will always have a place

to worship here in Crossroad Springs.

Wooo!

And that brings us to today,

this glorious day.

What is today?

Today is Easter. Now what is it about?

Well, it's not about cute little bunny rabbits and chocolate.

Although, the chocolate is nice.

So what is Easter about?

Easter is about a fulfillment of a promise.

Easter is about a renewal.

Easter is about the resurrection.

It's about what happens in our lives every single day.

Because with the fulfilled relationship with God,

that gives us the strength and the hope to persevere.

Perseverance is why we're here now today in worship.

Because despite the winters and the rains and the storms,

this cowboy church has persevered.

And when you think about it, despite all the winters

and the rains and the storms of your life,

you've persevered.

And it's brought you here to this moment.

And now we get to celebrate a new beginning together.

So as you go out into the world, I encourage all of you

to think about all the ways in which you've persevered.

I know I've been thinking a lot about that

in my own life recently.

And you know what?

By the grace of God, we are still here.

So today we celebrate hope and perseverance.

Today we celebrate Easter. Today, we celebrate Jesus.

And please go out,

enjoy the rest of your day with your loved ones.

Be blessed and Happy Easter.

James, that was so beautiful.

Very moving, Pastor.

Your mother, she'd be thrilled to see you here

preaching to the whole town in this old barn.

Thank you, Dad.

And so Janet, how are you here?

I thought you had to work at the clinic.

Believe it or not, Eric turned up for a visit

and then insisted on covering for me so I could be here.

Maybe I misjudged him.

We'll see.

Well bless Eric is all I can say.

And you. That was so lovely.

I think you deserve a cupcake.

I mean, after everything you've done,

I feel like you're the one that deserves a cupcake.

I think I deserve a cupcake.

Yeah.

Hey, Dad. Are you in?

Uh, you all go on without me.

Zephyr and I, we're going to take a minute

and celebrate on our own.

We'll catch up with y'all at supper.

How's that sound?

Well say hi to the pond for us.

Shall do. Zephyr, let's go.

Oh, that one's mine.

Oh, I'll get you one over here. Here.

This one's my fave.

Oh, here you go.

Happy Easter.

Happy Easter.

Hi Amy.

Hi.

Pastor James.

Just want to give you my genuine thanks for your words today.

I know you're a man of God,

but I see now you're also man of the land.

Your sermon, it, it spoke to me.

Thank you. Thank you for saying so.

We really appreciate you all coming out.

Especially because we know we don't always

see eye to eye with your employer.

Well, I can assure you Daniel is very pleased

that you've uh, you've made room for us here.

Certainly made me feel very welcome.

Of course. Happy Easter.

Happy Easter.

All right.

You're leaving?

Yeah. I got to get back to the ranch.

Okay. Well why don't you take some desserts home with you.

There's plenty.

Much obliged.

I may have even made some myself.

- Is that so? - Mm-hmm.

Which ones? These ones?

Yeah.

What?

Yes, I made that one.

Well, Zeph, it doesn't get any better than this.

Willis.

Daniel.

Celebrating?

It's the day for it.

Cedar Rock was standing room only.

As it should be.

We like being with family.

Yeah. It's good to be together.

Make hay while the sun shines, right?

Especially since you never know when those storm clouds

are going to roll in on the horizon.

There's nothing you can say that'll bring me down, Daniel.

Not today.

Although I did hear that your permit application

was up for an audit review.

It's no concern of yours.

That's debatable, since it's on public record.

How could you possibly know that?

We haven't even submitted the paperwork yet.

Little birdie told me.

Chirp, chirp.

Well, have a good day.

That's how you Newmans play it, all right.

Dirty.

Don't worry, Zeph.

We'll get to the bottom of that nonsense.

He's not going to ruin this day, of all days.