The church is in an uproar when two dead bodies are discovered in town and a piece of incriminating evidence leads directly to the new pastor. Meanwhile, Buddy goes back home to attend his own funeral.
Buddy’s first Sunday service is so unorthodox, a livid Schmidt calls in the bishop to assess the new pastor’s competence. Dora makes an unusual request for Buddy, while Alexa and Russell vie for his affection.
Buddy steals a ruby necklace from a woman in a coffin to pay off a gambling debt. Also, Dora and Alexa have a falling out over a church fashion show; and Schmidt falls for a mystery woman.
Buddy tries to help Alexa escape her past, but his efforts put both of them in danger. Elsewhere, Dora has a meltdown after learning her ex-fiancé is getting married.
Buddy shares a surprise about Russell with Russell's parents and then gets a big surprise of his own. Elsewhere, Alexa instructs Dora in the art of self-love.
Buddy faces more perils when an unexpected delivery threatens to expose him and a hired assassin comes looking for him. Elsewhere: Schmidt's wife accuses him of having an affair.
In the Season 1 finale, Buddy flees Ladner after realizing there's a hit out on him. Also: Dora becomes a town hero; and Schmidt makes a surprising announcement.
Buddy’s attempt to outfox the detectives backfires. Dora, Alexa, and Russell suspect something ominous is going on with their new pastor. Schmidt learns the truth about Ashlee.
The church must convince an eccentric elderly woman to donate her estate. Dora goes on a date with Detective Lovello. Schmidt makes a troubling confession.
An ex-con threatens to burn down the church. Dora’s relationship with Detective Lovello proves dangerous. Russell helps Schmidt set up his new bachelor pad.
Buddy falls into a deadly criminal’s trap. The church council unites to stop an arson attempt on Ladner Trinity. Dora reconnects with her high school crush.
Bishop Perkins returns with an announcement that rocks Trinity Lutheran. Sheriff Graham turns up the heat on Buddy regarding a recent murder in town. Alexa reveals an astonishing secret.
Russell calls on Buddy to become more of a leader in the gay community. Sheriff Graham enlists Dora to spy on Buddy and Alexa. Schmidt and Ashlee take their relationship public.
Buddy’s attempt to counsel Russell’s little brother goes awry. Dora decides to run against Schmidt for church president. Buddy struggles with his feelings for Alexa.