Elizabeth and Jack try to put their differences aside to stop Julie and Tom before they make another mistake, while Gowen targets Abigail's Cafe in his next underhanded scheme.
After Hope Valley learns redemption is possible, Abigail and Frank pursue a romance before the heart of the town is tested by the threat of a gang of outlaws.
An unexpected newcomer to Hope Valley puts the future of Abigail's new family in jeopardy; Bill and Jack close in on discovering the sawmill's saboteur.
To raise money for new school supplies, Elizabeth and the kids throw a carnival; Abigail finalizes a deal to bring the railroad to Hope Valley and new families flock to the town with the promise of work.
An intriguing peddler comes to Hope Valley selling the townspeople his wears and teaching them valuable lessons about joy and giving. And the townspeople realize that the displaced settlers in the area will not have Christmas.
Elizabeth struggles with growing pains at the school; an old friend comes to visit Jack; Abigail's tenure as mayor is threatened; Rosemary plays matchmaker.
