Ep 1. Trials of the Heart

In When Calls the Heart season 2 episode 1, titled Trials of the Heart, Elizabeth Thatcher returns to Hope Valley after spending the summer in Hamilton with her family. She is excited to be back in the quaint town and is eager to continue her teaching position at the school. However, things do not go as smoothly as she anticipated.

One of her students, Emily, is struggling with her studies which prompts Elizabeth to ask Jack, the town’s Constable, to help her with her reading. Meanwhile, Jack’s sister-in-law, Julie, arrives in town with her son after her husband dies. Julie is in search of a fresh start and hopes to open up a café in Hope Valley.

As the episode progresses, tensions rise as the railway workers begin to cause trouble in town. Jack and his men try to keep the peace but things soon get out of hand. Elizabeth also finds herself in a difficult situation when she is asked to testify in a trial that could send one of her students' parents to jail.

Despite the challenges they face, the residents of Hope Valley band together to support each other. They work to overcome their trials of the heart and emerge stronger than ever before.

Overall, When Calls the Heart season 2 episode 1 explores the themes of community, love, and the willingness to overcome difficult obstacles. The episode sets the stage for an exciting and emotional season ahead.