Marina Black

Ruth's romantic difficulties worsen; David votes to hire a progressive young priest; Nate and Brenda plan a weekend away.

Nate and David rent out a room at the funeral home to earn extra income; Rico thinks about freelancing; Nate clashes with Brenda's longtime friends.

Fisher and Sons faces an unannounced inspection; Ruth quits the flower shop; Claire attends her art school interview.

Tragedy reunites Claire with an old nemesis; David meets Keith in a disco; Ruth spends a weekend with Hiram.

Brenda visits Billy in the institution; David must take a stand at church; Gabe behaves badly at a party with Claire.

Karla has a secret that will affect Keith and David; Ruth prepares to move ahead with Nikolai; Brenda has anxiety about the engagement.