7th Heaven Season 8 Episode 12 The Prodigal Father

Eric and Annie are busy with Thanksgiving preparations for their family and guests when a stranger arrives at their doorstep looking for Eric. The man turns out to be Eric's estranged father, whom Eric has not seen in years. Eric is hesitant to let his father back into his life after he walked out on the family when Eric was a child. However, his father claims to have changed and is trying to make amends for his past mistakes.

Meanwhile, Simon is struggling with his newfound independence as a college student. He's been hanging out with his new girlfriend, Cecilia, more than he should, and it's causing tension between him and his family. Cecilia is also struggling to adjust to college life and is considering dropping out of school.

Ruthie is excited about Thanksgiving and decides to take on the task of preparing the turkey herself. However, her plans are derailed when a mishap in the kitchen causes her to burn the turkey, and she must scramble to find a replacement before their guests arrive.

As the family sits down for Thanksgiving dinner, tensions rise between Eric and his father. Despite their rocky relationship, Eric's father tries to prove that he's a changed man by helping out with the meal and spending time with his grandchildren. However, Eric is hesitant to fully trust his father, and the two come to a stark confrontation that could jeopardize their newfound relationship.

Will Eric forgive his father and allow him back into his life, or will the past wounds be too much to overcome? And will Simon and Cecilia's relationship survive the pressures of college life? Find out in this emotional episode of 7th Heaven.