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These are the user uploaded subtitles that are being translated: 1 00:00:26,860 --> 00:00:31,854 ♪ 2 00:00:41,808 --> 00:00:44,402 [match ignition] 3 00:01:45,505 --> 00:01:47,373 [NARRATOR] There's a story that has been 4 00:01:47,373 --> 00:01:49,808 passed down for centuries, 5 00:01:49,809 --> 00:01:51,868 from father to son. 6 00:01:53,613 --> 00:01:56,515 Legend has it a certain man came 7 00:01:56,516 --> 00:01:59,383 to live in the village of Gladbury. 8 00:02:00,987 --> 00:02:03,222 He was a good-hearted man, 9 00:02:03,223 --> 00:02:07,319 devoted to his family and his craft. 10 00:02:08,294 --> 00:02:12,628 The candle maker brought light to the entire village. 11 00:02:13,366 --> 00:02:16,068 But he longed to give them more. 12 00:02:16,069 --> 00:02:18,404 Life was hard in Gladbury, 13 00:02:18,404 --> 00:02:22,363 and the people had become disheartened. 14 00:02:24,677 --> 00:02:27,579 [NARRATOR] Night and day, the candle maker worked, 15 00:02:27,580 --> 00:02:32,540 pouring his heart and his prayers into each candle. 16 00:02:32,752 --> 00:02:34,820 But on the first Sunday of Advent, 17 00:02:34,821 --> 00:02:40,393 all he had left to give... was a single prayer, 18 00:02:40,393 --> 00:02:47,600 not for himself, but for Gladbury, for his son, 19 00:02:47,600 --> 00:02:51,502 and for all the sons and daughters to come. 20 00:02:53,506 --> 00:02:59,536 Silence was the only answer he would receive that night. 21 00:03:01,214 --> 00:03:03,739 Or so it seemed. 22 00:03:56,903 --> 00:04:01,636 [NARRATOR] An angel blessed a single candle. 23 00:04:03,343 --> 00:04:08,081 The heavenly gift was given to the ones who needed it most, 24 00:04:08,081 --> 00:04:10,516 with the simple instruction: 25 00:04:10,516 --> 00:04:14,316 Light this and pray. 26 00:04:21,160 --> 00:04:24,796 [NARRATOR] The children hoped for an answered prayer. 27 00:04:24,797 --> 00:04:28,133 But what they received was a miracle. 28 00:04:28,134 --> 00:04:30,769 On Christmas Eve, the village rejoiced 29 00:04:30,770 --> 00:04:34,206 upon hearing of their change of fortune, 30 00:04:34,207 --> 00:04:36,709 for such things do happen. 31 00:04:36,709 --> 00:04:40,475 And from them, legends are born. 32 00:04:41,114 --> 00:04:44,617 As the tale is told, every twenty-five years, 33 00:04:44,617 --> 00:04:47,553 the angel visits The Haddington Chandlery, 34 00:04:47,553 --> 00:04:51,319 and every time a prayer is answered. 35 00:04:54,794 --> 00:04:59,197 But even the greatest stories must come to an end. 36 00:04:59,799 --> 00:05:03,068 Much has changed in two hundred years. 37 00:05:03,069 --> 00:05:06,630 In a world illuminated by modern marvels, 38 00:05:07,206 --> 00:05:11,734 who needs the light of a simple candle? 39 00:05:12,712 --> 00:05:17,706 [bustling about and voices] 40 00:05:19,385 --> 00:05:20,753 [YOUNG BOY] I'm starving. 41 00:05:20,753 --> 00:05:23,551 [ABNER] How are you'! Hello. 42 00:05:27,760 --> 00:05:28,861 [ABNER] How we doing'! Alright? 43 00:05:28,861 --> 00:05:30,262 [DAVID] Yeah, very good, yeah. 44 00:05:30,263 --> 00:05:32,493 Hope they'll be bringing some more soon. 45 00:05:32,598 --> 00:05:34,199 [ABNER] Bless you little lady. 46 00:05:34,200 --> 00:05:36,769 [GIRL] ls it soup again'! 47 00:05:36,769 --> 00:05:38,896 [ABNER] God bless you, sir. 48 00:05:39,072 --> 00:05:40,573 [MISS FOSTER] There's no longer a place for you here! 49 00:05:40,573 --> 00:05:41,206 [RUTH] Please! 50 00:05:41,207 --> 00:05:42,741 [MISS FOSTER] I'm sorry, but there's nothing I can do. 51 00:05:42,742 --> 00:05:44,903 Orders came straight from the top. 52 00:05:45,945 --> 00:05:47,346 [MISS FOSTER] You should learn to keep your 53 00:05:47,347 --> 00:05:50,612 affections to yourself, Ruth Goodchild! 54 00:06:01,194 --> 00:06:04,357 [MISS FOSTER] And don't even think about coming back! 55 00:06:07,100 --> 00:06:08,465 [WOMAN PASSERBY] Serves you right. 56 00:06:11,037 --> 00:06:15,269 [Ruth begins to weep] 57 00:06:16,743 --> 00:06:19,405 Abner, will you take over for a second? 58 00:06:19,712 --> 00:06:22,306 Yes. God bless you, sir. 59 00:06:27,587 --> 00:06:32,592 [Ruth weeping] 60 00:06:32,592 --> 00:06:33,820 Hello, miss. 61 00:06:35,161 --> 00:06:36,389 Miss. 62 00:06:36,429 --> 00:06:38,294 What do you want'! 63 00:06:38,664 --> 00:06:40,461 I only mean to help. 64 00:06:57,450 --> 00:06:59,782 [DAVID] It's no Buckingham Palace, Miss Goodchild. 65 00:07:00,520 --> 00:07:02,288 But you'll be safe here. 66 00:07:02,288 --> 00:07:04,757 And with three meals a day, you won't go hungry. 67 00:07:04,757 --> 00:07:08,523 When the baby comes, what then'! 68 00:07:08,694 --> 00:07:10,195 Well, perhaps there's someone... 69 00:07:10,196 --> 00:07:13,632 No.There's nobody. 70 00:07:13,633 --> 00:07:15,935 Or rather there was, but he found someone else 71 00:07:15,935 --> 00:07:18,165 and dismissed me from work today. 72 00:07:21,340 --> 00:07:22,974 [DAVID] Don't lose hope, miss. 73 00:07:22,975 --> 00:07:25,944 We'll find a place for you and your baby. 74 00:07:57,577 --> 00:07:59,078 [ABNER] God bless you, sir. 75 00:07:59,078 --> 00:08:00,212 [LADY CAMDON] Reverend Richmond? 76 00:08:00,213 --> 00:08:01,347 Friend of yours? 77 00:08:01,347 --> 00:08:02,481 I have no idea. 78 00:08:02,482 --> 00:08:04,016 God bless you. 79 00:08:04,016 --> 00:08:06,314 Reverend David Richmond. 80 00:08:07,053 --> 00:08:09,155 So you really have left the pulpit. 81 00:08:09,155 --> 00:08:11,557 Nonsense.This is my pulpit now. 82 00:08:11,557 --> 00:08:14,259 Soup, soap, and salvation. 83 00:08:14,260 --> 00:08:16,694 And please, I'm only known as David here. 84 00:08:16,929 --> 00:08:18,196 Have we met? 85 00:08:18,197 --> 00:08:21,700 We might have, had you not rejected my last three letters. 86 00:08:21,701 --> 00:08:26,005 Ah, yes, Lady Camdon of Gladbury, in the flesh. 87 00:08:26,005 --> 00:08:28,674 But I'm sorry that you've traveled so far only 88 00:08:28,674 --> 00:08:31,209 to hear me decline your offer once again. 89 00:08:31,210 --> 00:08:34,407 My place is here, helping the needy. 90 00:08:35,548 --> 00:08:38,617 You, sir, have you heard this man preach? 91 00:08:38,618 --> 00:08:40,119 Can't say that I have. 92 00:08:40,119 --> 00:08:42,221 [LADY CAMDON] Villagers flocked to London to hear him. 93 00:08:42,221 --> 00:08:44,456 I once sat by a fisherman who rode his boat 94 00:08:44,457 --> 00:08:46,759 twelve miles for one sermon. 95 00:08:46,759 --> 00:08:48,227 It was along time ago. 96 00:08:48,227 --> 00:08:49,785 But I'll never forget. 97 00:08:51,697 --> 00:08:54,530 David Richmond, miracle man. 98 00:08:54,600 --> 00:08:56,735 In the midst of my own great loss, 99 00:08:56,736 --> 00:09:00,365 it was your words that revived my faith. 100 00:09:01,240 --> 00:09:05,077 Any able bodied man can serve a bowl of soup, 101 00:09:05,077 --> 00:09:08,046 but few men have a gift like yours. 102 00:09:10,283 --> 00:09:13,753 My only hope is that you choose to serve 103 00:09:13,753 --> 00:09:16,984 where your gift is needed most. 104 00:09:19,225 --> 00:09:20,326 God bless you. 105 00:09:20,326 --> 00:09:21,793 [BOY] Thank you very much, sir. 106 00:09:25,831 --> 00:09:28,732 [ABNER] Perhaps you should think about it, David. 107 00:09:31,837 --> 00:09:34,829 [ABNER] God bless you.Well done, sir. 108 00:09:35,174 --> 00:09:36,942 [ABNER] That's it, take a bowl. 109 00:09:36,943 --> 00:09:38,740 Sorry. 110 00:09:43,249 --> 00:09:46,652 [DAVID] Dear Lady Camdon, your recent visit was a 111 00:09:46,652 --> 00:09:50,455 timely reminder of the life I left behind. 112 00:09:50,456 --> 00:09:53,091 Though tragedy has altered my course, 113 00:09:53,092 --> 00:09:56,357 I can no longer stray from my calling in the pulpit. 114 00:09:57,129 --> 00:09:59,764 I humbly accept the offer to serve your parish in the 115 00:09:59,765 --> 00:10:02,700 place of the late Reverend Pillington. 116 00:10:03,302 --> 00:10:07,339 I shall arrive in Gladbury the Friday before Advent. 117 00:10:07,340 --> 00:10:10,537 Yours truly, David Richmond. 118 00:10:15,481 --> 00:10:16,482 [EMILY] Come on, boy! 119 00:10:16,482 --> 00:10:19,151 Come on! Move on! 120 00:10:19,151 --> 00:10:20,886 You silly old thing. Come on! 121 00:10:20,886 --> 00:10:22,786 Move on! 122 00:10:23,222 --> 00:10:24,849 Come on! 123 00:10:27,893 --> 00:10:29,861 Might I offer you some assistance? 124 00:10:29,862 --> 00:10:33,127 Thank you, I'm quite capable! 125 00:10:35,801 --> 00:10:37,803 Well, if it wouldn't be too forward of me, I could-- 126 00:10:37,803 --> 00:10:39,065 [EMILY] No! 127 00:10:39,405 --> 00:10:41,965 I'm not a sack of potatoes. 128 00:10:43,709 --> 00:10:45,040 Come on! 129 00:10:45,978 --> 00:10:48,708 [EMILY] Come on, boy. Come on! 130 00:10:50,816 --> 00:10:52,716 [EMILY] I don't need your help. 131 00:10:53,019 --> 00:10:55,214 [DAVID] Come on. Come on. 132 00:10:56,155 --> 00:10:57,679 Come on. 133 00:11:07,366 --> 00:11:09,034 [DAVID] And where are you headed, miss'! 134 00:11:09,035 --> 00:11:10,603 Miss Barstow. 135 00:11:10,603 --> 00:11:13,072 I'm headed to London by way of Gladbury. 136 00:11:13,072 --> 00:11:14,573 And the people of Gladbury, 137 00:11:14,573 --> 00:11:16,541 they allow a lady to venture on her own'! 138 00:11:16,542 --> 00:11:19,177 It's the Christmas season. The whole town's in a fuss. 139 00:11:19,178 --> 00:11:20,879 [DAVID] But Christmas isn't for weeks. 140 00:11:20,880 --> 00:11:22,548 [EMILY] I take it you've never been to Gladbury. 141 00:11:22,548 --> 00:11:23,749 Is it really so bad? 142 00:11:23,749 --> 00:11:25,217 It is. 143 00:11:25,217 --> 00:11:27,242 [DAVID]Whoa, steady boy. Come on! 144 00:11:27,620 --> 00:11:31,056 Come on, come on, come on! 145 00:11:31,557 --> 00:11:33,959 Whoa.Whoa. 146 00:11:33,959 --> 00:11:35,226 [EMILY] Especially this Christmas 147 00:11:35,227 --> 00:11:37,629 with the new minister set to arrive. 148 00:11:37,630 --> 00:11:40,866 Reverend High and Mighty from London. 149 00:11:40,866 --> 00:11:43,201 I hope they dislike him very much. 150 00:11:43,202 --> 00:11:46,638 Thank you. I hate to be indebted to anyone, much less a stranger. 151 00:11:46,639 --> 00:11:48,774 It's an easy debt to forgive. 152 00:11:48,774 --> 00:11:51,971 "Reverend High and Mighty" at your service. 153 00:11:52,978 --> 00:11:56,081 Reverend. How providential. 154 00:11:56,082 --> 00:11:57,982 Oh, we shall see. 155 00:11:58,918 --> 00:12:01,120 Might you have any words of advice? 156 00:12:01,120 --> 00:12:02,280 Yes. 157 00:12:04,423 --> 00:12:06,084 Retreat. 158 00:12:06,425 --> 00:12:08,059 Walk on. 159 00:12:08,060 --> 00:12:10,729 Very well then. I look forward to 160 00:12:10,730 --> 00:12:12,665 seeing you at church on Sunday! 161 00:12:12,665 --> 00:12:14,299 [Emily laughs] 162 00:12:14,300 --> 00:12:16,427 Walk on. 163 00:12:21,974 --> 00:12:23,141 [EDWARD] Thank you Ebenezer. 164 00:12:23,142 --> 00:12:24,643 REM Hurry up, Edward. 165 00:12:24,643 --> 00:12:26,444 We don't want the new minister thinking the 166 00:12:26,445 --> 00:12:29,505 Haddingtons are a pair of village bumpkins. 167 00:12:29,949 --> 00:12:32,818 Codswallop my dear, you look lovely. 168 00:12:32,818 --> 00:12:36,454 I come from a long line of bumpkins, and I'm proud of it. 169 00:12:36,455 --> 00:12:39,982 Who wouldn't love Gladbury at Christmas? 170 00:12:41,827 --> 00:12:43,089 [MAN] He's here! 171 00:12:47,133 --> 00:12:48,600 [GIRLS] There he is! 172 00:12:48,834 --> 00:12:52,463 [villagers greet David] 173 00:12:59,779 --> 00:13:01,337 [crowd gasps] 174 00:13:05,284 --> 00:13:06,952 Hello. 175 00:13:06,952 --> 00:13:09,477 [HERBERT] Alright gentlefolk, make some space. 176 00:13:10,289 --> 00:13:12,154 Oh here, allow me. 177 00:13:14,627 --> 00:13:17,229 Herbert Hopewell, at your service. 178 00:13:17,229 --> 00:13:19,459 Me and the Missus'll be looking after you. 179 00:13:19,732 --> 00:13:22,801 [DAVID] Oh.Thank you, but I can manage. 180 00:13:22,802 --> 00:13:24,702 Not while I'm still breathing. 181 00:13:25,171 --> 00:13:27,901 Reverend Richmond, welcome to Gladbury. 182 00:13:28,140 --> 00:13:31,176 I'm Bea Haddington, and this is my Edward. 183 00:13:31,177 --> 00:13:32,906 Edward Haddington. 184 00:13:33,345 --> 00:13:35,870 Of Haddington Chandlery. 185 00:13:36,549 --> 00:13:39,143 Home of the Christmas Candle...'! 186 00:13:40,352 --> 00:13:41,979 Um. 187 00:13:45,558 --> 00:13:49,824 Oh, you haven't heard of us. 188 00:13:50,396 --> 00:13:51,897 That's alright, you'll have a chance 189 00:13:51,897 --> 00:13:54,058 to meet the reverend soon enough. 190 00:13:54,266 --> 00:13:55,900 Lovely to see you. 191 00:13:55,901 --> 00:13:57,002 All of you! 192 00:13:57,002 --> 00:13:58,867 Let's see the church, eh? 193 00:14:00,873 --> 00:14:03,569 [church bells ring] [organ playing] 194 00:14:07,012 --> 00:14:12,584 [ELEANOR] ♪ On a starry night in Bethlehem, ♪ 195 00:14:12,585 --> 00:14:18,090 ♪ A child was born to bring light to men. ♪ 196 00:14:18,090 --> 00:14:23,528 ♪ And our faith waned, our eyes grew dim ♪ 197 00:14:23,529 --> 00:14:30,302 ♪ In a candle's light we found hope again. ♪ 198 00:14:30,302 --> 00:14:32,103 There are miracles all around, 199 00:14:32,104 --> 00:14:33,805 Are you alright? 200 00:14:33,806 --> 00:14:37,298 [HERBERT] There she is, a special soul. 201 00:14:37,743 --> 00:14:41,613 ♪ Miracles yet to be found. ♪ 202 00:14:41,614 --> 00:14:44,216 Sometimes I think I'm hearing an angel. 203 00:14:44,216 --> 00:14:46,985 ♪ Hid in every heart is an answered prayer. ♪ 204 00:14:46,986 --> 00:14:49,420 That's my lady... Eleanor. 205 00:14:49,922 --> 00:14:57,556 ♪ Like a candle': flame, hope will lead us there. ♪ 206 00:15:01,834 --> 00:15:03,468 [ELEANOR] Off with that muddy coat! 207 00:15:03,469 --> 00:15:05,903 Did you crawl all the way from London? 208 00:15:10,809 --> 00:15:12,110 [ELEANOR] Come on, britches too. 209 00:15:12,111 --> 00:15:14,746 You're not the first clergyman I've seen in his underpants. 210 00:15:14,747 --> 00:15:16,408 [Herbert laughs] 211 00:15:18,951 --> 00:15:20,748 [Eleanor giggles] 212 00:15:25,190 --> 00:15:27,124 [ELEANOR] I'll just get these cleaned up. 213 00:15:29,662 --> 00:15:31,163 [Eleanor giggles] 214 00:15:31,163 --> 00:15:34,666 We’re just across the garden if you need us. 215 00:15:34,667 --> 00:15:36,702 Anything at all. 216 00:15:36,702 --> 00:15:39,330 Welcome to Gladbury, Reverend. 217 00:15:41,307 --> 00:15:45,644 Jesus said, "Ye are the light of the world." 218 00:15:45,644 --> 00:15:49,714 A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid. 219 00:15:49,715 --> 00:15:53,617 [parishioner coughs] 220 00:15:54,019 --> 00:15:59,548 Neither do men light a candle and put it under a bushel, 221 00:16:00,159 --> 00:16:02,354 But on a candlestick. 222 00:16:02,561 --> 00:16:06,554 And it giveth light unto all that are in the house. 223 00:16:07,800 --> 00:16:10,564 Let your light so shine before men. 224 00:16:11,637 --> 00:16:14,373 That they may see your good works. 225 00:16:14,373 --> 00:16:17,642 And glorify your Father, which is in Heaven. 226 00:16:17,643 --> 00:16:19,577 Thank you Reverend. 227 00:16:21,146 --> 00:16:23,014 Is he talking about our Christmas Candle? 228 00:16:23,015 --> 00:16:24,249 I think he's gettin' to it. 229 00:16:24,249 --> 00:16:25,648 [DAVID] You sir! 230 00:16:25,751 --> 00:16:28,854 Would you hide this candle under a bushel? 231 00:16:28,854 --> 00:16:30,488 No sir, I wouldn't. 232 00:16:30,489 --> 00:16:31,723 Of course not. 233 00:16:31,724 --> 00:16:34,026 And you, Mrs. Haddington? 234 00:16:34,026 --> 00:16:36,927 Would you conceal this candle under your hat? 235 00:16:38,430 --> 00:16:40,031 Lovely as it is. 236 00:16:40,032 --> 00:16:41,727 [BEA] No, no, never. 237 00:16:42,434 --> 00:16:45,069 [DAVID] Candles belong on candlesticks, 238 00:16:45,070 --> 00:16:47,906 giving light to everyone. 239 00:16:47,906 --> 00:16:50,575 [DAVID] What then is this light 240 00:16:50,576 --> 00:16:53,704 that draws men to our Heavenly Father? 241 00:16:53,912 --> 00:16:59,782 Is it signs and wonders'! Angels and miracles? 242 00:17:03,422 --> 00:17:05,223 [DAVID] Of course not! 243 00:17:05,224 --> 00:17:06,291 [93335] 244 00:17:06,291 --> 00:17:10,795 [DAVID] It is our good works that shine before men 245 00:17:10,796 --> 00:17:13,731 and glorify our Father in Heaven. 246 00:17:16,535 --> 00:17:18,236 No. 247 00:17:18,237 --> 00:17:20,762 Not one word about the Christmas Candle. 248 00:17:21,106 --> 00:17:23,404 Better luck next time. 249 00:17:24,309 --> 00:17:25,376 [LADY CAMDON] Reverend Richmond. 250 00:17:25,377 --> 00:17:26,378 Lady Camdon. 251 00:17:26,378 --> 00:17:27,912 What a fascinating sermon. 252 00:17:27,913 --> 00:17:29,141 Thank you. 253 00:17:30,115 --> 00:17:33,318 And yet so unlike the sermons for which you're loved. 254 00:17:33,318 --> 00:17:35,420 That's not to worry you, Reverend. 255 00:17:35,421 --> 00:17:38,157 You'll do very well here in Gladbury. 256 00:17:38,157 --> 00:17:40,216 I'll make sure of it. 257 00:17:45,764 --> 00:17:49,097 [DAVID] "An early Christmas gift for you and all of Gladbury." 258 00:17:49,468 --> 00:17:51,303 This is quite unexpected. 259 00:17:51,303 --> 00:17:53,004 A gift from the Countess of Gladbury! 260 00:17:53,005 --> 00:17:54,506 Whatever could it be? 261 00:17:54,506 --> 00:17:56,599 Whatever could it be, eh? 262 00:17:59,244 --> 00:18:02,313 Gladbury': most beloved Advent sermons. 263 00:18:02,314 --> 00:18:03,838 Tried and true. 264 00:18:04,683 --> 00:18:07,652 [HERBERT] Some of these sermons are two hundred years old. 265 00:18:09,488 --> 00:18:12,591 And I imagine her ladyship expects me to use these sermons. 266 00:18:12,591 --> 00:18:15,126 Well, I can think of no better way to preserve 267 00:18:15,127 --> 00:18:17,496 the legacy of the Christmas Candle. 268 00:18:17,496 --> 00:18:20,332 Forgive my ignorance, but what is this Christmas Candle? 269 00:18:20,332 --> 00:18:24,428 I think you'll find everything you're looking for in here. 270 00:18:34,847 --> 00:18:36,542 [DAVID] This is preposterous! 271 00:18:36,715 --> 00:18:39,275 I thought you might stop by, Reverend. 272 00:18:39,551 --> 00:18:40,385 Tea? 273 00:18:40,385 --> 00:18:42,286 Had I known that the people of this town were expecting 274 00:18:42,287 --> 00:18:43,788 to hear such fairy tales from the pulpit, 275 00:18:43,789 --> 00:18:44,656 I never would have come! 276 00:18:44,656 --> 00:18:47,492 The Christmas Candle is no fairy tale, I assure you. 277 00:18:47,493 --> 00:18:49,495 [DAVID] Oh, then I suppose that you have seen 278 00:18:49,495 --> 00:18:51,530 this magical wish granting angel'! 279 00:18:51,530 --> 00:18:52,656 No. 280 00:18:53,632 --> 00:18:55,327 But he has. 281 00:18:56,368 --> 00:18:59,704 [DAVID] Ah, yes, the candle maker. 282 00:18:59,705 --> 00:19:01,807 Do I have some questions for you. 283 00:19:01,807 --> 00:19:04,643 Why one Christmas Candle, and not fifteen? 284 00:19:04,643 --> 00:19:06,878 Why doesn't this angel come once every year? 285 00:19:06,879 --> 00:19:09,314 Or every Thursday afternoon for tea? 286 00:19:09,314 --> 00:19:12,216 And why in all of God's green Earth, Gladbury'! 287 00:19:12,217 --> 00:19:13,651 [EDWARD] Why Bethlehem? 288 00:19:13,652 --> 00:19:15,553 Why a babe in a manger? 289 00:19:15,554 --> 00:19:18,590 Who could possibly hope to understand the ways of the Lord'! 290 00:19:18,590 --> 00:19:20,491 But I see no reason to promote superstitions 291 00:19:20,492 --> 00:19:21,493 or raise false hopes. 292 00:19:21,493 --> 00:19:24,262 [LADY CAMDON] People of Gladbury lead difficult lives. 293 00:19:24,263 --> 00:19:27,664 Even the slightest hope of a miracle keeps their faith alive. 294 00:19:28,233 --> 00:19:31,202 Only to be crushed when their prayers go unanswered. 295 00:19:32,271 --> 00:19:33,605 If this is what your people need, then I-- 296 00:19:33,605 --> 00:19:35,907 [LADY CAMDON] What our people need is hope. 297 00:19:35,908 --> 00:19:38,035 And you can give it to them. 298 00:19:38,610 --> 00:19:40,712 I know this firsthand. 299 00:19:40,712 --> 00:19:45,172 Lady Camdon, I'm not the "miracle man" that you remember. 300 00:19:45,918 --> 00:19:48,250 Coming to Gladbury was a mistake. 301 00:19:49,188 --> 00:19:51,023 [EDWARD] On that we are in agreement. 302 00:19:51,023 --> 00:19:52,290 [LADY CAMDON] But what if it were providence 303 00:19:52,291 --> 00:19:54,054 that brought you here? 304 00:19:58,230 --> 00:19:59,931 I think you should stay. 305 00:19:59,932 --> 00:20:02,234 [EDWARD]Why prolong the inevitable? 306 00:20:02,234 --> 00:20:04,725 Just until Christmas. 307 00:20:05,470 --> 00:20:07,768 [LADY CAMDON] This is the year. 308 00:20:09,041 --> 00:20:12,875 Please, David, consider it. 309 00:20:15,647 --> 00:20:17,740 [VICTORIA] Let's go play in the garden. 310 00:20:18,750 --> 00:20:20,741 [BOY] Victoria, wait for me! 311 00:20:24,156 --> 00:20:26,624 [DAVID] I take it you're not much of a horsewoman. 312 00:20:30,128 --> 00:20:31,829 [EMILY] If it isn't the ever-helpful reverend. 313 00:20:31,830 --> 00:20:33,889 [DAVID]Well that depends on who you're asking. 314 00:20:34,099 --> 00:20:36,468 I fear I have little to offer the people of Gladbury. 315 00:20:36,468 --> 00:20:38,636 [EMILY] Don't pity yourself, Reverend. 316 00:20:38,637 --> 00:20:41,572 Though I did warn you. This town is mad. 317 00:20:42,307 --> 00:20:44,969 [DAVID] All their hopes wrapped up in one candle. 318 00:20:45,244 --> 00:20:48,580 Oh, not just any candle, the Christmas Candle. 319 00:20:48,580 --> 00:20:51,174 [DAVID] Miss Barstow, do I detect an air of skepticism. 320 00:20:51,450 --> 00:20:53,418 [EMILY]The Christmas Candle': no different than 321 00:20:53,418 --> 00:20:56,421 old wives' tales or your Bible stories. 322 00:20:56,421 --> 00:20:58,355 Take no offense, Reverend. 323 00:20:59,858 --> 00:21:01,326 So you're not a believer then'! 324 00:21:01,326 --> 00:21:04,295 I'm a believer... in common sense. 325 00:21:04,296 --> 00:21:08,426 If something seems too good to be true, then most likely it is. 326 00:21:08,600 --> 00:21:10,363 They'll find out soon enough. 327 00:21:10,669 --> 00:21:13,538 In fifty years, will anyone know what a candle is'! 328 00:21:13,538 --> 00:21:15,673 Doubtful, we've already stepped into the 329 00:21:15,674 --> 00:21:17,676 Modern age in my father's shop, 330 00:21:17,676 --> 00:21:21,168 and I must say, it's electrifying. 331 00:21:21,480 --> 00:21:23,515 "London Lamp 8' Electric"? 332 00:21:23,515 --> 00:21:25,617 [EMILY] The bane of Edward Haddington': existence. 333 00:21:25,617 --> 00:21:27,952 And worse, founded by his very own son. 334 00:21:27,953 --> 00:21:30,221 Of course. Thomas Haddington. 335 00:21:30,222 --> 00:21:31,623 He's the Haddington': only child, 336 00:21:31,623 --> 00:21:34,125 So the fairy tale ends with him. 337 00:21:34,126 --> 00:21:37,459 [DAVID]What's this for'! ls this for the Christmas tree'! 338 00:21:38,630 --> 00:21:39,998 I envy him. 339 00:21:39,998 --> 00:21:41,566 He left Gladbury when he had the chance. 340 00:21:41,566 --> 00:21:43,693 You'd be wise to do the same. 341 00:21:44,303 --> 00:21:45,998 [DAVID] And what about you'? 342 00:21:46,238 --> 00:21:47,739 [EMILY] My time will come. 343 00:21:47,739 --> 00:21:51,675 When Father's health improves and he can manage on his own. 344 00:21:51,910 --> 00:21:53,378 [DAVID] Perhaps we'll find ourselves 345 00:21:53,378 --> 00:21:54,812 In London next Christmas. 346 00:21:54,813 --> 00:21:57,816 [EMILY] If you make it out of Gladbury intact. 347 00:21:57,816 --> 00:22:01,252 ♪ Oh come all ye faithful. ♪ 348 00:22:01,253 --> 00:22:04,689 ♪ Joyful and triumphant. ♪ 349 00:22:04,690 --> 00:22:12,931 ♪ Oh come ye oh come ye to Bethlehem. ♪ 350 00:22:12,931 --> 00:22:16,701 ♪ Come and behold Him, ♪ 351 00:22:16,702 --> 00:22:20,038 ♪ Born the king of angels. ♪ 352 00:22:20,038 --> 00:22:23,674 ♪ Oh come let us adore Him. ♪ 353 00:22:23,675 --> 00:22:27,845 ♪ Oh come let us adore Him. ♪ 354 00:22:27,846 --> 00:22:36,117 ♪ Oh come let us adore Him, Christ the Lord. ♪ 355 00:22:36,254 --> 00:22:41,248 [citizens talking and moving about] 356 00:22:43,228 --> 00:22:44,796 [WILLIAM] You must be the new Reverend. 357 00:22:44,796 --> 00:22:46,696 I'm William Barstow. 358 00:22:47,065 --> 00:22:48,866 Illness kept me from church on Sunday, 359 00:22:48,867 --> 00:22:52,871 but I've heard about you. 360 00:22:52,871 --> 00:22:54,236 Oh? 361 00:22:56,274 --> 00:22:58,943 My daughter told me the new reverend is more 362 00:22:58,944 --> 00:23:01,146 than eager to lend a helping hand, 363 00:23:01,146 --> 00:23:03,740 even if it does mean wading through mud. 364 00:23:03,949 --> 00:23:07,282 Oh yes, the spirited Miss Barstow. 365 00:23:09,654 --> 00:23:12,657 [WILLIAM] I've prayed for something to bring 366 00:23:12,657 --> 00:23:14,759 my Emily back to the church. 367 00:23:14,760 --> 00:23:17,058 Here's hoping it's you. 368 00:23:21,266 --> 00:23:22,995 [WILLIAM] Do you have your request? 369 00:23:23,235 --> 00:23:24,930 Go on then. 370 00:23:28,273 --> 00:23:30,241 [WILLIAM] My nephew's a special boy. 371 00:23:30,242 --> 00:23:35,179 Lots of faith.Wants to be a preacher, like you. 372 00:23:35,514 --> 00:23:36,848 [crowd oohs and awws] 373 00:23:36,848 --> 00:23:40,351 [EDWARD] Ladies and gentlemen! 374 00:23:40,352 --> 00:23:46,458 Gentlefolks of Gladbury, welcome to this very special night. 375 00:23:46,458 --> 00:23:50,762 Now feast your eyes on the amazing, wondrous, 376 00:23:50,762 --> 00:23:56,134 mystical visions bestowed on generations of Haddingtons. 377 00:23:56,134 --> 00:24:02,596 Gladbury': very own Christmas Candle! 378 00:24:04,543 --> 00:24:06,878 [EDWARD]There's a story that's been passed down 379 00:24:06,878 --> 00:24:10,974 for centuries from father to son. 380 00:24:14,219 --> 00:24:18,556 On the first Sunday of Advent, my great-great-great-grandfather 381 00:24:18,557 --> 00:24:20,792 was awakened by a wondrous light. 382 00:24:20,792 --> 00:24:23,022 [WILLIAM] Poor boy's parents died a few years back. 383 00:24:24,663 --> 00:24:26,790 We all have our stories. 384 00:24:27,532 --> 00:24:29,400 [WILLIAM] Everyone here is holding out 385 00:24:29,401 --> 00:24:31,536 for the Christmas Candle. 386 00:24:31,536 --> 00:24:33,204 [crowd oohs and awws] 387 00:24:33,205 --> 00:24:35,006 And where's your request? 388 00:24:35,006 --> 00:24:36,874 Oh, I couldn't possibly. 389 00:24:36,875 --> 00:24:39,969 I'd much rather Charlie receive the Candle. 390 00:24:44,816 --> 00:24:47,051 [WILLIAM] Will you be joining us? 391 00:24:47,052 --> 00:24:51,079 [DAVID] Not tonight. I believe I have a sermon to prepare. 392 00:24:52,591 --> 00:24:55,727 [EDWARD] And so he gave the first Christmas Candle to orphan 393 00:24:55,727 --> 00:25:00,064 children with Gladbury': most beloved instruction: 394 00:25:00,065 --> 00:25:03,034 light this and pray. 395 00:25:03,335 --> 00:25:05,837 [ELEANOR] ♪ Hid in every heart is an answered prayer. ♪ 396 00:25:05,837 --> 00:25:11,002 ♪ Like a candle': flame, hope will lead us there. ♪ 397 00:25:12,444 --> 00:25:14,279 Yes, yes, I know the song. 398 00:25:14,279 --> 00:25:16,941 But we won't be singing it today. 399 00:25:18,116 --> 00:25:20,785 It's the first Sunday in Advent, we sing it every year. 400 00:25:20,785 --> 00:25:22,548 But it's tradition. 401 00:25:24,756 --> 00:25:28,059 Well, we'll just make some new traditions, eh? 402 00:25:28,059 --> 00:25:31,426 We're just grateful we've got a reverend in the pulpit. 403 00:25:31,897 --> 00:25:34,065 Well, I hope you won't refuse my lady's 404 00:25:34,065 --> 00:25:37,057 other favorite Christmas tradition. 405 00:25:41,306 --> 00:25:44,707 Gladbury': very own Christmas Chasuble. 406 00:26:05,163 --> 00:26:06,653 Welcome. 407 00:26:07,766 --> 00:26:11,503 The first candle of Advent is the candle of hope. 408 00:26:11,503 --> 00:26:13,437 But hope in what? 409 00:26:14,272 --> 00:26:17,108 An answered prayer? A miracle? 410 00:26:17,108 --> 00:26:19,110 A Christmas Candle? 411 00:26:19,110 --> 00:26:21,178 I'm told that tonight marks the return 412 00:26:21,179 --> 00:26:23,681 of this remarkable tradition. 413 00:26:23,682 --> 00:26:26,082 Isn't that right Mr. Haddington? 414 00:26:28,486 --> 00:26:30,154 Yes, it is. 415 00:26:30,155 --> 00:26:32,090 [DAVID] And I'm sure that you know this, 416 00:26:32,090 --> 00:26:37,995 But for my benefit, who here has put in a request for the candle? 417 00:26:40,865 --> 00:26:42,666 [DAVID]Well, surely not everyone 418 00:26:42,667 --> 00:26:44,702 can receive the Christmas Candle. 419 00:26:44,703 --> 00:26:46,638 And yet we all have needs. 420 00:26:46,638 --> 00:26:48,765 So what hope do we have? 421 00:26:49,641 --> 00:26:52,343 Will we abandon our faith? 422 00:26:52,344 --> 00:26:54,471 Fall into despair? 423 00:26:55,013 --> 00:26:58,683 Hm'! I hope not. 424 00:26:58,683 --> 00:27:01,675 And I dare say that we will not! 425 00:27:02,120 --> 00:27:06,390 We light this candle to remind us that our hope does not 426 00:27:06,391 --> 00:27:10,487 come from earthly things, but from above. 427 00:27:11,496 --> 00:27:15,867 From the God who came to us one starry night in Bethlehem, 428 00:27:15,867 --> 00:27:18,336 and promises to come again one day. 429 00:27:18,336 --> 00:27:21,372 And that, good people of Gladbury, 430 00:27:21,373 --> 00:27:23,341 is miracle enough. 431 00:27:23,341 --> 00:27:25,707 [93335] 432 00:27:30,715 --> 00:27:31,849 God bless you. 433 00:27:31,850 --> 00:27:33,511 [EDWARD] Ignore him, dear. 434 00:27:34,586 --> 00:27:38,852 Ah, Mr. Barstow. And if it isn't the future reverend. 435 00:27:39,090 --> 00:27:42,726 I understand that we'll be hearing your sermons one day. 436 00:27:42,727 --> 00:27:44,718 Do you have a favorite scripture? 437 00:27:45,597 --> 00:27:47,258 Uh-- 438 00:27:49,601 --> 00:27:52,001 Go on, don't be shy. 439 00:27:56,741 --> 00:27:58,876 [WILLIAM] Charlie reads his Bible every day. 440 00:27:58,877 --> 00:28:00,242 [EMILY] Charlie! 441 00:28:05,050 --> 00:28:08,019 Poor boy would do anything for that candle. 442 00:28:09,254 --> 00:28:10,521 [WILLIAM] Hasn't been able to say a 443 00:28:10,522 --> 00:28:12,513 word since his parents died. 444 00:28:32,444 --> 00:28:34,279 [chaotic chatter] 445 00:28:34,279 --> 00:28:35,713 [WOMAN] Mrs. Haddington! 446 00:28:35,714 --> 00:28:37,477 [MAN] Take my request! 447 00:28:41,386 --> 00:28:43,654 [MAN] Has he been yet, sir? 448 00:28:43,655 --> 00:28:45,923 What are we going to do? 449 00:28:45,924 --> 00:28:48,226 Wish the candle came with a name attached. 450 00:28:48,226 --> 00:28:49,894 What if we already know? 451 00:28:49,894 --> 00:28:51,262 What? 452 00:28:51,262 --> 00:28:55,130 The candle.What if we already know who should get it? 453 00:28:55,333 --> 00:28:57,096 But we can't! 454 00:28:57,402 --> 00:28:59,270 It's going to take a miracle, Bea. 455 00:28:59,270 --> 00:29:01,639 I mean,Thomas has been gone for ten years! 456 00:29:01,639 --> 00:29:04,437 He's not going to come home on his own. 457 00:29:05,410 --> 00:29:08,679 Keeping the Christmas Candle for ourselves is so selfish! 458 00:29:08,680 --> 00:29:10,148 Is it? 459 00:29:10,148 --> 00:29:12,150 I mean, think of the people. For two hundred years, 460 00:29:12,150 --> 00:29:15,779 our family has been alight to Gladbury. 461 00:29:15,987 --> 00:29:18,956 Does the flame go out with us? 462 00:29:20,625 --> 00:29:23,458 Keep the Christmas Candle? 463 00:29:23,995 --> 00:29:27,089 For the good of Gladbury. 464 00:29:27,632 --> 00:29:32,626 ♪ 465 00:30:14,479 --> 00:30:15,912 Edward! 466 00:30:18,516 --> 00:30:22,509 [dramatic ethereal music] 467 00:31:12,303 --> 00:31:14,294 [blast] 468 00:31:18,376 --> 00:31:20,444 Well don't look at me! Get the candle! 469 00:31:20,445 --> 00:31:23,414 [EDWARD] Oh yes, yes of course! 470 00:31:24,115 --> 00:31:25,776 [Edward trips] [Bea cries out] 471 00:31:28,453 --> 00:31:29,954 [BEA] Why, Edward! 472 00:31:29,954 --> 00:31:31,622 [EDWARD] I couldn't see! 473 00:31:31,623 --> 00:31:33,614 It must be here somewhere. 474 00:31:33,825 --> 00:31:35,092 It must be. 475 00:31:35,093 --> 00:31:37,561 Must be here. Where is it? 476 00:31:37,795 --> 00:31:40,559 Where is it? Oh Edward! 477 00:31:40,765 --> 00:31:42,756 Where is it? 478 00:31:42,901 --> 00:31:44,732 Oh! 479 00:31:47,138 --> 00:31:50,767 I've lost the Christmas Candle. 480 00:31:51,809 --> 00:31:54,344 Oh surely this is God punishing us. 481 00:31:54,345 --> 00:31:56,013 [BEA] Oh don't talk like that, Edward. 482 00:31:56,014 --> 00:32:01,316 I was--I was foolish to think that candle was ours. 483 00:32:19,771 --> 00:32:21,534 Is it all clear? 484 00:32:23,107 --> 00:32:24,938 [BEA] Seems to be. 485 00:32:27,879 --> 00:32:30,313 [BEA] Edward! The reverend is here! 486 00:32:30,515 --> 00:32:32,380 Hide the candles! 487 00:32:34,285 --> 00:32:36,220 [DAVID] Mr. Haddington. Mrs. Haddington. 488 00:32:36,220 --> 00:32:38,017 [BEA] What a pleasant surprise. 489 00:32:38,189 --> 00:32:40,521 [DAVID] I imagine your night was eventful. 490 00:32:42,360 --> 00:32:44,385 So is it here? 491 00:32:47,665 --> 00:32:49,633 The Christmas Candle? 492 00:32:49,634 --> 00:32:51,068 Yes, yes it's here somewhere. 493 00:32:51,069 --> 00:32:52,070 Bea, Bea. 494 00:32:52,070 --> 00:32:53,504 Of course you're not going to show it to me, 495 00:32:53,504 --> 00:32:55,369 but that's not why I came. 496 00:32:56,507 --> 00:32:59,309 The people's requests for the candle... 497 00:32:59,310 --> 00:33:01,335 ...may I see them? 498 00:33:08,720 --> 00:33:10,822 [BEA] What do you suppose he intends to do with them'! 499 00:33:10,822 --> 00:33:14,019 [EDWARD] I don't know. Pray'! 500 00:33:14,258 --> 00:33:16,522 That's what we should be doing. 501 00:33:16,694 --> 00:33:19,029 We've got to make it better, Bea. 502 00:33:19,030 --> 00:33:20,930 Yes, but how? 503 00:33:22,367 --> 00:33:24,995 [DAVID] All done. Thank you. 504 00:33:25,737 --> 00:33:28,606 You may have one candle to give, but I hope to 505 00:33:28,606 --> 00:33:31,598 give everyone a little light this Christmas. 506 00:33:31,743 --> 00:33:32,710 That's it! 507 00:33:32,710 --> 00:33:33,577 What? 508 00:33:33,578 --> 00:33:36,741 I mean... that's a lovely idea. 509 00:33:36,948 --> 00:33:38,683 Well, you mustn't delay. 510 00:33:38,683 --> 00:33:41,385 So much to be done before Christmas. 511 00:33:41,386 --> 00:33:42,353 Good day to you. 512 00:33:42,353 --> 00:33:44,355 [BEA] Yes, yes, God speed to you on your quest. 513 00:33:44,355 --> 00:33:46,118 What's got into you? 514 00:33:51,362 --> 00:33:54,058 We give them away. All of them. 515 00:33:54,265 --> 00:33:56,433 And have the entire village think 516 00:33:56,434 --> 00:33:58,869 they've got the actual Christmas Candle? 517 00:33:58,870 --> 00:34:00,104 We won't tell them that. 518 00:34:00,104 --> 00:34:01,605 We'll tell them what this family has told 519 00:34:01,606 --> 00:34:04,439 them for generations: to light it and pray. 520 00:34:04,609 --> 00:34:07,979 But this is Gladbury. People talk. 521 00:34:07,979 --> 00:34:11,582 Edward, somebody': miracle is in this basket. 522 00:34:11,582 --> 00:34:14,483 And we won't let it go to waste! 523 00:34:17,488 --> 00:34:19,122 [WILLIAM] Charlie, the reverend has offered 524 00:34:19,123 --> 00:34:21,284 to give you Bible lessons. 525 00:34:22,160 --> 00:34:26,130 [William coughs] 526 00:34:26,130 --> 00:34:27,825 [DAVID] Hello, Charlie. 527 00:34:28,166 --> 00:34:32,830 Why don't we start with the Gospel of John chapter one. 528 00:34:37,408 --> 00:34:42,112 "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, 529 00:34:42,113 --> 00:34:44,782 and the Word was God. 530 00:34:44,782 --> 00:34:47,518 The same was in the beginning with God. 531 00:34:47,518 --> 00:34:49,653 All things were made by him; 532 00:34:49,654 --> 00:34:54,125 and without him was not any thing made that was made. 533 00:34:54,125 --> 00:34:58,762 In him was life; and the life was the light of men. 534 00:34:58,763 --> 00:35:01,165 And the light shineth in darkness; 535 00:35:01,165 --> 00:35:04,965 and the darkness comprehend it not." 536 00:35:10,975 --> 00:35:14,778 "And the impediment to his tongue was loosed, 537 00:35:14,779 --> 00:35:17,509 and he spoke plainly." 538 00:35:19,383 --> 00:35:23,979 Now Charlie, we are going to loose that tongue of yours. 539 00:35:24,856 --> 00:35:26,517 Open wide. 540 00:35:28,726 --> 00:35:30,057 And... 541 00:35:34,699 --> 00:35:36,223 [DAVID] Very good. 542 00:35:36,534 --> 00:35:38,195 And... 543 00:35:42,406 --> 00:35:43,373 Louder. 544 00:35:43,841 --> 00:35:47,675 [nonsensical sounds] 545 00:35:58,990 --> 00:36:00,855 Louder. 546 00:36:18,042 --> 00:36:19,669 [knock at window] 547 00:36:24,882 --> 00:36:27,551 Light this and pray, Charlie. 548 00:36:27,552 --> 00:36:30,248 Even if it's only in your heart. 549 00:36:30,454 --> 00:36:32,285 God will hear you. 550 00:36:53,544 --> 00:36:55,412 [DAVID] Good morning, Mr. Finch. 551 00:36:55,413 --> 00:36:57,248 What brings you to our home? 552 00:36:57,248 --> 00:37:00,251 [DAVID] I understand you have requested the candle. 553 00:37:00,251 --> 00:37:03,152 I wondered if I might be of service. 554 00:37:05,823 --> 00:37:08,158 Reverend, meet my family. 555 00:37:08,159 --> 00:37:09,727 My wife, Delilah. 556 00:37:09,727 --> 00:37:10,627 Hello. 557 00:37:10,628 --> 00:37:11,629 [PHINEAS] Children. 558 00:37:11,629 --> 00:37:13,297 This is my father, Oliver. 559 00:37:13,297 --> 00:37:15,390 [OLIVER] The new reverend! 560 00:37:15,900 --> 00:37:17,731 [PHINEAS] Over here, Dad. 561 00:37:18,169 --> 00:37:19,568 Come on. 562 00:37:19,770 --> 00:37:21,471 Don't suppose you could help the old man 563 00:37:21,472 --> 00:37:23,574 get his hands on the Christmas Candle? 564 00:37:23,574 --> 00:37:25,442 Maybe put in a word to the Haddingtons. 565 00:37:25,443 --> 00:37:26,644 [OLIVER] Hogwash. 566 00:37:26,644 --> 00:37:29,179 The next time I see, I hope to be 567 00:37:29,180 --> 00:37:31,448 looking at the Good Lord himself. 568 00:37:31,449 --> 00:37:37,354 In the meantime, I'll walk by faith, right Reverend? 569 00:37:37,822 --> 00:37:39,346 Right. 570 00:37:42,360 --> 00:37:44,662 Oh thank you.Thank you so much! 571 00:37:44,662 --> 00:37:47,256 It'll be a happy Christmas after all! 572 00:37:48,165 --> 00:37:52,602 Remember, children, this is our little secret. 573 00:38:14,659 --> 00:38:18,329 Reverend Richmond! Do come in. 574 00:38:18,329 --> 00:38:21,565 I've been praying for company, Reverend. 575 00:38:21,565 --> 00:38:24,534 [DAVID] Why waste a prayer when I can meet the need? 576 00:38:24,535 --> 00:38:29,165 So you'll find me a knitting companion? 577 00:38:30,841 --> 00:38:34,800 I... shall. 578 00:38:40,384 --> 00:38:41,976 [KIDS] Coming! 579 00:38:43,154 --> 00:38:45,756 Don't waste a candle on an old man like me. 580 00:38:45,756 --> 00:38:49,852 Oliver, there's no such thing as a wasted prayer. 581 00:38:52,930 --> 00:38:55,699 [MRS. BICKERTON] My stove doesn't work, and my husband 582 00:38:55,700 --> 00:38:59,534 ran off and left me all on my own with a colicky baby. 583 00:39:00,004 --> 00:39:03,607 Oh, and then yesterday the wall fell down, 584 00:39:03,607 --> 00:39:06,009 and my goat left me, too. 585 00:39:06,010 --> 00:39:09,776 I shall keep an eye out... for both of them. 586 00:39:14,018 --> 00:39:17,249 The Reverend fixing our roof. 587 00:39:17,521 --> 00:39:20,357 We so desperately need it. 588 00:39:20,358 --> 00:39:26,097 Speaking of which, Agnes, my dumpling, hadn't you a request? 589 00:39:26,097 --> 00:39:29,191 [DAVID] Ah, yes, Miss Agnes Chumley. 590 00:39:29,400 --> 00:39:32,028 But I see it is an unspoken request. 591 00:39:32,703 --> 00:39:34,204 Well, go on. 592 00:39:34,205 --> 00:39:36,969 A silent request is no request at all. 593 00:39:37,875 --> 00:39:40,077 I'm praying for a husband. 594 00:39:40,077 --> 00:39:42,204 By Easter. 595 00:39:58,596 --> 00:39:59,997 Mrs. Haddington. 596 00:39:59,997 --> 00:40:01,098 What brings you here? 597 00:40:01,098 --> 00:40:02,265 [BEA] I've come to let you know that 598 00:40:02,266 --> 00:40:04,134 your request has been heard. 599 00:40:04,135 --> 00:40:07,161 Oh what a dear, but I couldn't accept. 600 00:40:07,338 --> 00:40:10,933 That handsome young reverend has been helping me. 601 00:40:14,111 --> 00:40:15,772 [BEA] I see. 602 00:40:26,590 --> 00:40:32,688 [BEA] Agnes, dear, light this and pray. 603 00:40:36,867 --> 00:40:38,459 Mother! 604 00:40:39,470 --> 00:40:41,768 It's the devil's work! 605 00:40:44,008 --> 00:40:45,609 [WIDOW LEONARD] You tell her, Reverend. 606 00:40:45,609 --> 00:40:47,010 It's unnatural. 607 00:40:47,011 --> 00:40:48,278 What'! 608 00:40:48,279 --> 00:40:50,110 Ungodly. 609 00:40:51,048 --> 00:40:52,538 Yes. 610 00:40:54,819 --> 00:40:56,487 [DAVID] And the light shineth in Gladbury, 611 00:40:56,487 --> 00:40:58,322 and yet the people comprehend it not. 612 00:40:58,322 --> 00:40:59,156 [Emily laughs] 613 00:40:59,156 --> 00:41:01,992 [EMILY] Make fun all you want, you've decided to stay here. 614 00:41:01,992 --> 00:41:04,222 Just long enough to do some good. 615 00:41:04,695 --> 00:41:06,890 I have a letter to post for London. 616 00:41:08,065 --> 00:41:12,202 Ruth Goodchild. To a lady no less. 617 00:41:12,203 --> 00:41:13,370 [DAVID] Yes, she's a guest of the 618 00:41:13,370 --> 00:41:15,905 Salvation Army in a difficult situation. 619 00:41:15,906 --> 00:41:17,897 She's just a girl really. 620 00:41:19,310 --> 00:41:22,245 Stockings. Sweets. 621 00:41:25,316 --> 00:41:26,884 May I help you? 622 00:41:26,884 --> 00:41:32,083 I'm looking for, well, uh, a lot of things actually. 623 00:41:33,357 --> 00:41:34,824 [EMILY] Sardines. 624 00:41:34,992 --> 00:41:36,326 Thank you. 625 00:41:36,327 --> 00:41:37,885 Soap. 626 00:41:40,030 --> 00:41:41,064 String. 627 00:41:41,065 --> 00:41:42,533 It's alphabetical. 628 00:41:42,533 --> 00:41:43,700 I see. 629 00:41:43,701 --> 00:41:45,903 [DAVID] Well, to do much, one must be organized. 630 00:41:45,903 --> 00:41:49,072 You really do want to help these people, don't you'! 631 00:41:49,073 --> 00:41:50,870 Of course I do. 632 00:41:51,942 --> 00:41:56,208 [church organ] 633 00:41:57,848 --> 00:41:59,349 [DAVID] Welcome everyone. 634 00:41:59,350 --> 00:42:03,620 We light the second candle of Advent in the love of God. 635 00:42:03,621 --> 00:42:05,956 During Advent, God pierces the darkness 636 00:42:05,956 --> 00:42:09,119 of the world with divine light and love. 637 00:42:10,961 --> 00:42:16,126 Because he loved us, he sent his son to light the way. 638 00:42:17,268 --> 00:42:20,032 Though we must wait for Christmas day, 639 00:42:21,205 --> 00:42:25,142 we must not wait to love one another as Christ did. 640 00:42:25,142 --> 00:42:28,475 Does your neighbor need a miracle this Christmas? 641 00:42:29,747 --> 00:42:32,382 Well why not be that miracle? 642 00:42:32,383 --> 00:42:33,816 [mumbling in crowd] 643 00:42:36,086 --> 00:42:37,485 [MR. COLLINS] Reverend! 644 00:42:38,222 --> 00:42:39,323 Hello Mr. Collins. 645 00:42:39,323 --> 00:42:40,924 Thought maybe you could use a hand. 646 00:42:40,925 --> 00:42:43,655 You know, "be the miracle." 647 00:42:44,662 --> 00:42:49,656 ♪ 648 00:42:51,902 --> 00:42:53,233 [DAVID] Ow. 649 00:42:53,604 --> 00:42:55,504 Where did he come from? 650 00:43:02,479 --> 00:43:03,912 [EDWARD] Reverend. 651 00:43:04,081 --> 00:43:06,850 [BEA] Happy candle. Christmas! 652 00:43:06,850 --> 00:43:08,184 [DAVID] And to you. 653 00:43:08,185 --> 00:43:09,619 [EDWARD]Why'd you have to say that. Come on. 654 00:43:09,620 --> 00:43:11,451 [BEA] I'm so sorry. 655 00:43:18,796 --> 00:43:20,957 [DAVID]The prodigal goat has returned. 656 00:43:21,999 --> 00:43:23,626 Thank you. 657 00:43:24,301 --> 00:43:26,036 Oh, you won't believe it! 658 00:43:26,036 --> 00:43:28,971 The neighbors are building me a new wall. 659 00:43:43,454 --> 00:43:45,285 [metal clanging] 660 00:43:50,060 --> 00:43:51,194 Here he comes. 661 00:43:51,195 --> 00:43:52,890 Shh. 662 00:44:04,008 --> 00:44:06,203 [metal clanging] 663 00:44:14,518 --> 00:44:15,719 [DAVID] How does it feel? 664 00:44:15,719 --> 00:44:19,889 Feels... it feels a lot like seeing! 665 00:44:19,890 --> 00:44:23,587 See Reverend, you are a miracle worker. 666 00:44:25,763 --> 00:44:27,390 [DAVID] Hello. 667 00:44:29,867 --> 00:44:31,335 That's a lot of food, Reverend. 668 00:44:31,335 --> 00:44:33,667 Well, you have a lot of mouths to feed. 669 00:44:35,839 --> 00:44:37,704 That's beautiful. 670 00:44:38,709 --> 00:44:40,734 Another visitor, I-- 671 00:44:41,245 --> 00:44:42,346 Hello everyone. 672 00:44:42,346 --> 00:44:45,907 [DAVID] Um,Widow Leonard just brought us a feast! 673 00:44:46,183 --> 00:44:48,718 Please,join us Reverend. 674 00:44:48,719 --> 00:44:50,209 [DAVID] Why not? 675 00:44:55,125 --> 00:44:56,926 [WIDOW LEONARD] I know we fast during Advent 676 00:44:56,927 --> 00:44:59,262 and save the feasting for Christmas day, 677 00:44:59,263 --> 00:45:04,428 but having company, that's like Christmas to me. 678 00:45:05,102 --> 00:45:07,468 Gladbury': Christmas pudding. 679 00:45:10,541 --> 00:45:12,202 [BEA] Light this and pray. 680 00:45:18,816 --> 00:45:21,808 [EDWARD] Light this and pray. 681 00:45:51,682 --> 00:46:28,618 [prayers spoken aloud, fading in and out] 682 00:46:28,619 --> 00:46:29,210 [VOICE] Amen. 683 00:46:29,386 --> 00:46:29,943 [VOICE] Amen. 684 00:46:30,521 --> 00:46:31,783 [GROUP] Amen. 685 00:46:32,656 --> 00:46:35,058 [DAVID] Rejoice, for today we light 686 00:46:35,058 --> 00:46:37,160 the third candle of Advent, 687 00:46:37,161 --> 00:46:39,152 the candle of joy. 688 00:46:42,900 --> 00:46:48,071 When Christ was born, God used angels to proclaim 689 00:46:48,071 --> 00:46:50,406 "good tidings of great joy." 690 00:46:50,407 --> 00:46:52,842 To all mankind. 691 00:46:52,843 --> 00:46:56,506 Now, we are the messengers of this good news. 692 00:46:57,648 --> 00:47:01,184 For with every good deed, every act of kindness, 693 00:47:01,185 --> 00:47:04,882 Christ is born again and again in our lives. 694 00:47:05,322 --> 00:47:09,559 Now let us go forth, as joyful messengers, 695 00:47:09,560 --> 00:47:11,755 doing the work of God. 696 00:47:16,934 --> 00:47:19,703 Your work in this town is impressive, Reverend Richmond. 697 00:47:19,703 --> 00:47:20,770 Thank you, Lady Camdon. 698 00:47:20,771 --> 00:47:23,440 Still there are limits to what man can do. 699 00:47:23,440 --> 00:47:25,208 [MRS. CHUMLEY] Reverend. Reverend. 700 00:47:25,209 --> 00:47:26,198 Mrs. Chumley. 701 00:47:26,844 --> 00:47:28,277 Miss Chumley. 702 00:47:28,779 --> 00:47:32,408 How lovely to see a sister in the Lord. 703 00:47:32,549 --> 00:47:34,784 Well go on my dear, what have you to say? 704 00:47:34,785 --> 00:47:37,287 I've already made my wishes known to the Reverend. 705 00:47:37,287 --> 00:47:39,847 And now I'm taking a step of faith. 706 00:47:41,058 --> 00:47:42,753 Thank you. 707 00:47:48,398 --> 00:47:50,700 [DAVID] Another prayer that will never be answered. 708 00:47:50,701 --> 00:47:52,602 Well, I for one am happy to see that 709 00:47:52,603 --> 00:47:54,271 In spite of all your efforts, 710 00:47:54,271 --> 00:47:58,435 you are still inspiring hope for a miracle. 711 00:48:09,086 --> 00:48:11,054 Come in. 712 00:48:12,656 --> 00:48:14,157 [DAVID] Mrs. Hopewell. 713 00:48:14,157 --> 00:48:16,392 A friend of mine may be coming to Gladbury for a while. 714 00:48:16,393 --> 00:48:18,161 I wondered if she might stay with you and Herbert. 715 00:48:18,161 --> 00:48:19,595 [ELEANOR] She can stay as long as she likes. 716 00:48:19,596 --> 00:48:21,130 [DAVID] Thank you! Her name's Ruth. 717 00:48:21,131 --> 00:48:23,565 My colleague Abner will bring her from London. 718 00:48:24,334 --> 00:48:26,063 Oh, please, allow me. 719 00:48:26,270 --> 00:48:27,804 [ELEANOR] This is no job for a reverend. 720 00:48:27,804 --> 00:48:28,771 [DAVID] Nonsense. 721 00:48:28,772 --> 00:48:30,740 [ELEANOR] This is no job for a lady. 722 00:48:31,441 --> 00:48:34,808 Mrs. Hopewell. Whatever is the matter? 723 00:48:35,245 --> 00:48:36,980 No, I won't do it. 724 00:48:36,980 --> 00:48:40,316 [DOCTOR] Herbert, you're one good shock away from the grave. 725 00:48:40,317 --> 00:48:41,951 I'll get plenty of rest in Heaven. 726 00:48:41,952 --> 00:48:42,919 Herbert. 727 00:48:42,920 --> 00:48:44,655 [DOCTOR] Which may not be that far off. 728 00:48:44,655 --> 00:48:46,423 You've got a weak heart. 729 00:48:46,423 --> 00:48:48,358 I have a strong faith. 730 00:48:48,358 --> 00:48:51,194 God will either cure me, or He'll call me home. 731 00:48:51,194 --> 00:48:53,462 [ELEANOR] Of course he will, but you have to rest. 732 00:48:53,463 --> 00:48:55,097 [DOCTOR] No more carrying heavy boxes, 733 00:48:55,098 --> 00:48:56,866 climbing ladders, or chopping wood. 734 00:48:56,867 --> 00:48:57,868 Do you hear me? 735 00:48:57,868 --> 00:48:59,995 But that's my job! 736 00:49:00,137 --> 00:49:01,705 I will chop the wood. 737 00:49:01,705 --> 00:49:04,708 No. No m'lady, I won't have it. 738 00:49:04,708 --> 00:49:06,976 Please. Pray for him, Reverend. 739 00:49:06,977 --> 00:49:08,672 [DAVID] Certainly. 740 00:49:09,613 --> 00:49:13,049 Our Father in Heaven, please grant your servant Herbert with 741 00:49:13,050 --> 00:49:14,518 the good sense to follow the 742 00:49:14,518 --> 00:49:18,045 doctor's orders and get some rest. 743 00:49:22,726 --> 00:49:23,993 [DAVID] I've had enough of Herbert 744 00:49:23,994 --> 00:49:25,328 hauling crates of candles. 745 00:49:25,329 --> 00:49:28,398 Besides, it's high time that Gladbury see the light. 746 00:49:28,398 --> 00:49:32,201 [EMILY] Electricity... In the church. 747 00:49:32,202 --> 00:49:34,571 For too long the church has stumbled about in the dark ages, 748 00:49:34,571 --> 00:49:36,806 when it should be lighting the way. 749 00:49:36,807 --> 00:49:38,308 In fact, I believe that the church should 750 00:49:38,308 --> 00:49:41,334 be the first place to embrace the future. 751 00:49:41,712 --> 00:49:44,881 Indeed. Now this I have to see. 752 00:49:44,881 --> 00:49:46,983 [DAVID] Miss Barstow, does this mean that you'll 753 00:49:46,984 --> 00:49:48,986 finally be coming to church? 754 00:49:48,986 --> 00:49:51,154 [Emily laughs] 755 00:49:51,154 --> 00:49:53,315 Twenty-nine prayers. 756 00:49:53,490 --> 00:49:55,225 And only one can be answered. 757 00:49:55,225 --> 00:50:00,230 You mean thirty, dear. Thirty candles. 758 00:50:00,230 --> 00:50:01,864 No, I'm certain there were twenty-nine. 759 00:50:01,865 --> 00:50:03,833 [EDWARD] Bea, there were thirty candles hanging 760 00:50:03,834 --> 00:50:05,569 the night of the angel's visit. 761 00:50:05,569 --> 00:50:07,935 There're always thirty candles. 762 00:50:10,040 --> 00:50:11,508 Twenty-nine! 763 00:50:11,508 --> 00:50:13,409 Bea, a candle is-- 764 00:50:13,410 --> 00:50:16,913 Don't say it Edward, please don't say it out loud. 765 00:50:16,913 --> 00:50:20,076 We've lost the candle. 766 00:50:21,084 --> 00:50:24,884 [hammering and voices] 767 00:50:30,794 --> 00:50:33,863 I'm curious to know the maximum number you've ever installed. 768 00:50:33,864 --> 00:50:35,263 [ELECTRICIAN] About twenty. 769 00:50:35,599 --> 00:50:37,294 [DAVID] Then I want thirty. 770 00:50:37,768 --> 00:50:39,963 No, thirty-five bulbs. 771 00:50:40,604 --> 00:50:42,372 I question the safety of it. 772 00:50:42,372 --> 00:50:44,607 The circuit can only support so many watts, Reverend. 773 00:50:44,608 --> 00:50:47,477 [DAVID] Then install another circuit. Install five circuits. 774 00:50:47,477 --> 00:50:49,312 I want the light in this church to surpass 775 00:50:49,312 --> 00:50:52,481 the brightness of one thousand candles. 776 00:50:52,482 --> 00:50:54,817 [HERBERT] Reverend Richmond, could you tell me why 777 00:50:54,818 --> 00:50:57,987 there are men digging in the church yard, 778 00:50:57,988 --> 00:51:00,582 and fiddling in our sanctuary walls. 779 00:51:01,825 --> 00:51:04,327 You leave that. My grandfather carved that altar. 780 00:51:04,327 --> 00:51:09,822 [DAVID] Herbert! I ordered them here to install electricity. 781 00:51:10,967 --> 00:51:12,134 Electricity? 782 00:51:12,135 --> 00:51:14,270 Electricity is the future. 783 00:51:14,271 --> 00:51:15,672 And a more practical one at that. 784 00:51:15,672 --> 00:51:16,773 Practical you say'! 785 00:51:16,773 --> 00:51:20,276 How will our treasury stand this extravagance? 786 00:51:20,277 --> 00:51:22,812 Don't trouble yourself, Mr. Hopewell. 787 00:51:22,813 --> 00:51:25,111 I've covered the cost personally. 788 00:51:25,348 --> 00:51:27,016 Consider it my contribution to a 789 00:51:27,017 --> 00:51:29,753 brighter chapter of Gladbury': history. 790 00:51:29,753 --> 00:51:33,022 I plan to unveil the electricity at the coming nativity service. 791 00:51:33,023 --> 00:51:34,513 Herbert, your heart. 792 00:51:35,258 --> 00:51:36,459 Sit down, love. 793 00:51:36,460 --> 00:51:37,794 Aye. 794 00:51:37,794 --> 00:51:40,329 [DAVID] Please, think of this with an open mind. 795 00:51:40,330 --> 00:51:44,934 Think of Herbert. No cumbersome candles or lanterns to change. 796 00:51:44,935 --> 00:51:46,636 You of all people should see the value in that. 797 00:51:46,636 --> 00:51:48,537 [ELEANOR] You could use a lighter load. 798 00:51:48,538 --> 00:51:53,142 L...What'll I do with all the Haddington candles? 799 00:51:53,143 --> 00:51:56,546 Well, I... I imagine that we can return them. 800 00:51:56,546 --> 00:51:59,606 In fact, that's the task that I'll gladly take on. 801 00:52:00,283 --> 00:52:02,843 [BEA] Oh, it's got to be here somewhere. 802 00:52:04,888 --> 00:52:06,321 Edward! 803 00:52:08,458 --> 00:52:10,289 I have a feeling Edward. 804 00:52:11,561 --> 00:52:13,995 I have a feeling this is the one. 805 00:52:14,364 --> 00:52:16,730 The Christmas Candle. 806 00:52:17,567 --> 00:52:20,161 What are you suggesting? 807 00:52:20,537 --> 00:52:22,205 I'm not suggesting anything. 808 00:52:22,205 --> 00:52:24,640 I'm... asking. 809 00:52:24,641 --> 00:52:26,709 [knock at the door] 810 00:52:26,710 --> 00:52:27,904 Mr. Haddington. 811 00:52:28,078 --> 00:52:29,345 Reverend. 812 00:52:29,346 --> 00:52:31,181 I regret to inform you that St. Mark's 813 00:52:31,181 --> 00:52:33,376 no longer requires your candles. 814 00:52:33,583 --> 00:52:35,351 But that's a standing order. 815 00:52:35,352 --> 00:52:37,411 It has been for two hundred years. 816 00:52:37,921 --> 00:52:39,422 It's standing no more, I'm afraid. 817 00:52:39,422 --> 00:52:41,590 But I just delivered three crates. 818 00:52:41,591 --> 00:52:44,393 Yes,thank you, but we only need one. 819 00:52:44,394 --> 00:52:46,760 But... but-- 820 00:52:46,897 --> 00:52:49,991 [DAVID] Trust me when I say, it's for the good of Gladbury. 821 00:52:50,167 --> 00:52:52,602 [BEA] What does he know about the good of Gladbury? 822 00:52:52,602 --> 00:52:55,366 This is our legacy, and he's meddling with it. 823 00:52:55,672 --> 00:52:58,732 I say we light the candle right now. We've earned it. 824 00:52:59,442 --> 00:53:02,104 We're going to give this candle away. 825 00:53:04,381 --> 00:53:05,905 To whom'! 826 00:53:12,355 --> 00:53:14,084 [BEA] Of course. 827 00:53:14,524 --> 00:53:19,552 ♪ 828 00:53:23,733 --> 00:53:26,099 God bless you, sir. God bless you, ma'am. 829 00:53:40,617 --> 00:53:41,948 [WORKER] These are ready to go. 830 00:53:43,587 --> 00:53:44,821 [WORKER] Give us a hand. 831 00:53:44,821 --> 00:53:47,415 ♪ [typing] 832 00:53:53,597 --> 00:53:56,166 [BEA] Whatever will they think of next? 833 00:53:56,166 --> 00:53:58,100 [SECRETARY] May I help you? 834 00:54:00,403 --> 00:54:02,671 Um, we're here to see Thomas Haddington. 835 00:54:02,672 --> 00:54:04,230 And you are? 836 00:54:05,242 --> 00:54:07,904 We're his parents. 837 00:54:08,411 --> 00:54:09,645 We have a gift for our son. 838 00:54:09,646 --> 00:54:11,014 [SECRETARY] Mr. Haddington': away. 839 00:54:11,014 --> 00:54:13,505 But I'd be happy to receive it on his behalf. 840 00:54:13,650 --> 00:54:15,914 [EDWARD] Perhaps we could leave it for him. 841 00:54:26,429 --> 00:54:29,660 [EDWARD]You watch, Bea, he'll come home. 842 00:54:35,305 --> 00:54:41,878 ♪ ...of redeeming grace. ♪ 843 00:54:41,878 --> 00:54:49,876 ♪ Jesus, Lord at thy birth. ♪ 844 00:54:51,054 --> 00:55:01,055 ♪ Jesus, Lord at thy birth. ♪ 845 00:55:05,201 --> 00:55:09,695 In my short time in Gladbury, I have seen many miracles. 846 00:55:10,173 --> 00:55:12,341 I have seen angels at work. 847 00:55:12,342 --> 00:55:16,813 I have seen them on the rooftops, at kitchen tables, 848 00:55:16,813 --> 00:55:19,509 and in this very sanctuary. 849 00:55:19,816 --> 00:55:23,252 In fact, I see these angels now. 850 00:55:23,820 --> 00:55:25,720 Mr. Hardy Collins. 851 00:55:27,190 --> 00:55:28,885 Dear Ms. Leonard. 852 00:55:30,827 --> 00:55:34,497 Herbert Hopewell. And every single one of you who has 853 00:55:34,497 --> 00:55:36,765 allowed the light of Christ to shine through 854 00:55:36,766 --> 00:55:39,201 your good works this Advent season. 855 00:55:39,202 --> 00:55:42,071 From what I've read of Gladbury': past, 856 00:55:42,072 --> 00:55:44,107 this town has glowed with a certain 857 00:55:44,107 --> 00:55:46,943 miraculous light for generations. 858 00:55:46,943 --> 00:55:53,371 But today marks the dawning of a new age in Gladbury. 859 00:56:12,369 --> 00:56:14,971 [DAVID] It is my hope that in centuries to come, 860 00:56:14,971 --> 00:56:20,307 our beloved church will shine even brighter still. 861 00:56:31,221 --> 00:56:32,779 Ghastly. 862 00:56:34,457 --> 00:56:36,992 [WIDOW LEONARD] It's witchcraft! Witchcraft 863 00:56:36,993 --> 00:56:39,757 in the house of the Lord. 864 00:56:40,063 --> 00:56:43,332 [electrical shorts heard] 865 00:56:43,333 --> 00:56:45,130 [CHILD] Mummy! Daddy! 866 00:56:50,407 --> 00:56:51,574 Get the children! 867 00:56:51,574 --> 00:56:53,166 [DAVID] Everyone, please! 868 00:56:54,744 --> 00:56:56,245 Remain calm! 869 00:56:56,246 --> 00:56:58,806 [MRS. BICKERTON] Oh, my poor sweet baby Jesus. 870 00:57:00,750 --> 00:57:07,423 F-F-F-F 871 00:57:07,424 --> 00:57:09,324 Fire! 872 00:57:11,194 --> 00:57:12,795 Dorothy... Dorothy, get the boy out. 873 00:57:12,796 --> 00:57:13,696 [DAVID] Remain calm! 874 00:57:13,696 --> 00:57:15,357 [OLIVER] My hat! 875 00:57:28,812 --> 00:57:32,213 Please, everyone, remain calm! 876 00:57:34,517 --> 00:57:37,281 [HERBERT] No, my grandfather's altar! 877 00:57:44,828 --> 00:57:45,886 [DAVID] Herbert! 878 00:57:49,065 --> 00:57:50,555 [DAVID] Herbert! 879 00:57:54,871 --> 00:57:57,203 [DAVID] ls he going to be alright? 880 00:58:00,743 --> 00:58:02,540 [DOCTOR] He's dead. 881 00:58:04,047 --> 00:58:09,041 ♪ 882 00:58:55,798 --> 00:58:57,231 [EMILY] Reverend! 883 00:59:02,438 --> 00:59:03,272 Miss Barstow. 884 00:59:03,273 --> 00:59:05,764 It's my father. He's called for you. 885 00:59:17,587 --> 00:59:19,316 [EMILY] You're alright, Father. 886 00:59:22,258 --> 00:59:24,419 Reverend Richmond's arrived. 887 00:59:26,229 --> 00:59:28,288 Pray for me, Reverend. 888 00:59:30,099 --> 00:59:32,431 What ails you, Mr. Barstow? 889 00:59:33,002 --> 00:59:35,994 Dr. Clem': diagnosed Father with consumption. 890 00:59:39,809 --> 00:59:42,344 [EMILY] Said he's done all he can do. 891 00:59:42,345 --> 00:59:44,643 [WILLIAM] God'll do the rest. 892 00:59:44,981 --> 00:59:46,949 Right, Reverend? 893 00:59:52,689 --> 00:59:57,183 I'm sorry. I'm so sorry. 894 01:00:02,932 --> 01:00:05,196 [EMILY] Do you have anything to say for yourself'! 895 01:00:05,535 --> 01:00:08,504 I'm sorry, but I can't give your father what he's asking for. 896 01:00:08,504 --> 01:00:09,438 All he wants is-- 897 01:00:09,439 --> 01:00:11,107 I know what he wants. 898 01:00:11,107 --> 01:00:12,508 [EMILY] Then give it to him. 899 01:00:12,508 --> 01:00:14,810 You're a minister; he's a dying man. 900 01:00:14,811 --> 01:00:16,546 You can't give him a simple prayer? 901 01:00:16,546 --> 01:00:18,946 Look, if it's so simple, then why don't you do it? 902 01:00:22,952 --> 01:00:25,477 I don't believe in miracles. 903 01:01:24,380 --> 01:01:29,385 The fourth candle of Advent, our last before Christmas Eve, 904 01:01:29,385 --> 01:01:34,618 represents the peace of God, who passes all understanding. 905 01:01:34,957 --> 01:01:37,859 In the coming days of Christmas, 906 01:01:37,860 --> 01:01:40,896 let us be instruments of this peace, 907 01:01:40,897 --> 01:01:43,566 Shining light where there is darkness, 908 01:01:43,566 --> 01:01:46,735 hope where there is despair, 909 01:01:46,736 --> 01:01:50,729 sowing joy where there is sadness... 910 01:01:55,078 --> 01:01:57,945 ...and faith where there is doubt. 911 01:02:13,896 --> 01:02:16,298 You asked me to fill your pulpit, 912 01:02:16,299 --> 01:02:18,768 and instead I emptied your church. 913 01:02:18,768 --> 01:02:21,396 You mustn't take all the credit. 914 01:02:21,738 --> 01:02:23,968 I did ask you to come. 915 01:02:25,308 --> 01:02:28,300 I am a man of faith, Lady Camdon. 916 01:02:28,745 --> 01:02:31,680 I believe God worked in the appointed time. 917 01:02:32,415 --> 01:02:36,619 But in our modern age, the lame don't walk, 918 01:02:36,619 --> 01:02:40,956 blind men do not see, and the sick die. 919 01:02:40,957 --> 01:02:43,482 But sometimes they live. 920 01:02:45,361 --> 01:02:47,522 Walk with me, Reverend. 921 01:02:50,833 --> 01:02:52,634 [LADY CAMDON] Twenty-five years ago, 922 01:02:52,635 --> 01:02:56,038 our town suffered great hardship. 923 01:02:56,038 --> 01:02:57,372 That's when the Haddingtons gave 924 01:02:57,373 --> 01:02:59,708 The candle to Reverend Pillington. 925 01:02:59,709 --> 01:03:02,371 But when he lit the candle to pray... 926 01:03:03,312 --> 01:03:06,440 ...well, he nearly burned the vestry to the ground. 927 01:03:06,849 --> 01:03:09,451 The poor dear was in despair, 928 01:03:09,452 --> 01:03:12,788 and then, within the church walls, 929 01:03:12,789 --> 01:03:14,957 a treasure was discovered, 930 01:03:14,957 --> 01:03:18,188 several gold crosses and a ruby brooch. 931 01:03:18,895 --> 01:03:20,487 A hidden treasure? 932 01:03:20,663 --> 01:03:23,365 Well, had it not been for the fire, 933 01:03:23,366 --> 01:03:25,301 it would've remained hidden. 934 01:03:25,301 --> 01:03:28,037 And thankfully, there was just enough to repair the church 935 01:03:28,037 --> 01:03:29,805 And to provide for Gladbury's 936 01:03:29,806 --> 01:03:32,400 impoverished families that winter. 937 01:03:33,976 --> 01:03:36,378 The very first Christmas Candle 938 01:03:36,379 --> 01:03:39,576 went to my great-great-great-grandmother. 939 01:03:40,983 --> 01:03:45,886 Once she was a hopeless orphan, and then... 940 01:03:52,361 --> 01:03:55,597 Miracles are part of our inheritance, Reverend. 941 01:03:55,598 --> 01:03:57,657 Tell that to Mrs. Hopewell. 942 01:03:58,100 --> 01:04:01,236 I believe you'll find Mrs. Hopewell': faith to be much 943 01:04:01,237 --> 01:04:04,502 stronger than the grief she's feeling now. 944 01:04:06,609 --> 01:04:09,612 Your doubts don't trouble me, Reverend. 945 01:04:09,612 --> 01:04:14,549 On the contrary, they inspire my faith. 946 01:04:42,879 --> 01:04:44,813 [honk] 947 01:05:03,799 --> 01:05:05,801 [BEA] Edward, have a look at this! 948 01:05:05,801 --> 01:05:09,805 It's a carriage that pulls itself! 949 01:05:09,805 --> 01:05:11,796 In all my days... 950 01:05:17,313 --> 01:05:20,407 Bea! It's Thomas! 951 01:05:20,917 --> 01:05:22,151 It's Thomas. 952 01:05:22,151 --> 01:05:24,119 [THOMAS] Father. Mother. 953 01:05:27,990 --> 01:05:32,757 Oh, look at you, handsome and fancy! 954 01:05:33,262 --> 01:05:34,696 That carriage of yours! 955 01:05:34,697 --> 01:05:38,033 It's called a Stanley Steamer, one of the first of its kind. 956 01:05:38,034 --> 01:05:40,298 I had it shipped from America. 957 01:05:40,469 --> 01:05:41,870 [EDWARD] Shall I help you bring in your luggage? 958 01:05:41,871 --> 01:05:43,205 [THOMAS] Oh, I'm not staying, Father. 959 01:05:43,205 --> 01:05:45,799 Oh, not staying, don't be silly. 960 01:05:46,208 --> 01:05:47,609 I'm married, Mother. 961 01:05:47,610 --> 01:05:49,703 I'm on the way to meet her family now. 962 01:05:51,480 --> 01:05:53,380 Getting married. 963 01:05:53,783 --> 01:05:57,153 Name's Priscilla. She's the daughter of a baron. 964 01:05:57,153 --> 01:06:01,954 Oh! And, are you happy? 965 01:06:03,359 --> 01:06:06,851 I'm finally making a name for myself, for the family. 966 01:06:07,163 --> 01:06:08,964 Business is expanding, 967 01:06:08,965 --> 01:06:12,025 and one day I'll introduce you to Priscilla. 968 01:06:16,305 --> 01:06:18,170 Why did you come? 969 01:06:28,384 --> 01:06:32,688 I know how much this candle means to you, to Gladbury, 970 01:06:32,688 --> 01:06:35,020 but it's lost on me. 971 01:06:37,560 --> 01:06:40,829 You must light it and pray, and then you'll see. 972 01:06:40,830 --> 01:06:42,097 See what, Mother? 973 01:06:42,098 --> 01:06:43,599 A miracle? 974 01:06:43,599 --> 01:06:45,434 Gladbury needs you, son. 975 01:06:45,434 --> 01:06:47,202 The world needs me. 976 01:06:47,203 --> 01:06:51,196 I'm lighting up entire cities. 977 01:06:58,014 --> 01:07:00,049 It was good to see you. 978 01:07:00,049 --> 01:07:01,710 Both of you. 979 01:07:03,219 --> 01:07:05,278 [THOMAS] Merry Christmas. 980 01:07:05,721 --> 01:07:09,054 Thomas, the miracles, the angel, you saw it with your own eyes. 981 01:07:09,392 --> 01:07:13,954 I was a child. I saw what I wanted to see. 982 01:07:14,430 --> 01:07:16,031 Goodbye. 983 01:07:16,032 --> 01:07:17,795 [BEA] Thomas. 984 01:08:14,256 --> 01:08:15,780 Reverend. 985 01:08:16,292 --> 01:08:18,692 I would like to see your father. 986 01:08:32,274 --> 01:08:34,936 [William coughing] 987 01:08:36,479 --> 01:08:39,846 [EMILY] Father. Father. 988 01:08:50,860 --> 01:08:54,557 [DAVID] Mr. Barstow, if I may. 989 01:09:03,539 --> 01:09:06,008 [DAVID] And it came to pass that a certain 990 01:09:06,008 --> 01:09:09,177 blind man sat by the wayside begging, 991 01:09:09,178 --> 01:09:14,343 He cried, "Jesus, thou Son of David, have mercy on me." 992 01:09:14,550 --> 01:09:16,485 And Jesus said unto him, 993 01:09:16,485 --> 01:09:19,421 "What wilt though that I should do unto thee?" 994 01:09:19,421 --> 01:09:21,756 The blind man said unto him, 995 01:09:21,757 --> 01:09:24,993 "Lord, that I might receive my sight." 996 01:09:24,994 --> 01:09:31,166 And Jesus said, "Go thy way; thy faith has made thee whole." 997 01:09:31,167 --> 01:09:33,869 And immediately he received his sight 998 01:09:33,869 --> 01:09:36,770 and followed Jesus in the way. 999 01:09:37,106 --> 01:09:39,775 Did I not say to you that if you would believe, 1000 01:09:39,775 --> 01:09:41,610 You would see the glory of God. 1001 01:09:41,610 --> 01:09:42,777 And they took away the stone from the 1002 01:09:42,778 --> 01:09:44,713 place where the dead man was lying, 1003 01:09:44,713 --> 01:09:47,215 and Jesus lifted up his eyes and said, 1004 01:09:47,216 --> 01:09:49,351 "Father, I thank you that you have heard..." 1005 01:09:49,351 --> 01:09:51,386 And these are written that you might believe 1006 01:09:51,387 --> 01:09:54,289 that Jesus is the Christ, the son of God, 1007 01:09:54,290 --> 01:09:56,625 and that in believing, you might have life. 1008 01:09:56,625 --> 01:09:59,060 Behold there came a leper and worshipped him, 1009 01:09:59,061 --> 01:10:02,931 "Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean." 1010 01:10:02,932 --> 01:10:04,233 And Jesus put forth his hand... 1011 01:10:04,233 --> 01:10:06,368 My little daughter is at the point of death. 1012 01:10:06,368 --> 01:10:09,237 I pray thee, Lord, come and lay hands on her, 1013 01:10:09,238 --> 01:10:10,906 that she might be healed. 1014 01:10:10,906 --> 01:10:14,774 If I may but touch his garment, I shall be whole. 1015 01:10:14,977 --> 01:10:17,479 If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him... 1016 01:10:17,479 --> 01:10:19,380 The father of the child cried out, 1017 01:10:19,381 --> 01:10:24,085 "Lord, I believe, help my unbelief!" 1018 01:10:24,086 --> 01:10:28,323 And he said to her, "Damsel, arise." 1019 01:10:28,324 --> 01:10:31,393 And they were astonished, a great astonishment. 1020 01:10:31,393 --> 01:10:35,159 Speak the word, and my servant shall be here. 1021 01:10:35,664 --> 01:10:37,332 ♪ 1022 01:10:37,333 --> 01:10:43,135 And Jesus said unto them, "Thy faith has made you whole." 1023 01:10:46,108 --> 01:10:50,101 ♪ 1024 01:11:08,464 --> 01:11:11,524 David. David. 1025 01:11:15,271 --> 01:11:17,296 He's asleep. 1026 01:11:30,386 --> 01:11:33,822 [DAVID] My wife and daughter died of consumption. 1027 01:11:38,560 --> 01:11:43,793 I prayed. I even believed for a miracle. 1028 01:11:50,673 --> 01:11:52,834 [DAVID] But God did nothing. 1029 01:11:55,377 --> 01:11:57,072 Oh, David. 1030 01:12:00,249 --> 01:12:05,482 [DAVID] One day my faith was so certain, and then it was gone. 1031 01:12:07,690 --> 01:12:10,921 There was a time when I could not... 1032 01:12:12,261 --> 01:12:17,096 ...utter a prayer or step foot in a church. 1033 01:12:21,203 --> 01:12:24,764 I believe I've made my peace with God. 1034 01:12:27,443 --> 01:12:30,412 But still I was a different man before. 1035 01:12:32,281 --> 01:12:37,913 The love I shared, the hope I had... 1036 01:12:41,790 --> 01:12:44,782 Some things, they cannot be restored. 1037 01:12:46,562 --> 01:12:48,792 I do hope you're wrong. 1038 01:12:52,868 --> 01:12:55,894 Such a hope is too great a risk. 1039 01:12:56,905 --> 01:13:00,466 But I wonder what you risk living without it. 1040 01:13:16,291 --> 01:13:17,918 [DAVID] [weakly] I should go. 1041 01:13:30,606 --> 01:13:36,476 [Emily sobs] 1042 01:14:40,642 --> 01:14:41,709 Bea. 1043 01:14:41,710 --> 01:14:45,046 He won't light it. I'll light it for him. 1044 01:14:45,047 --> 01:14:46,639 It's of no use. 1045 01:14:46,748 --> 01:14:49,150 Anyway, we don't even know if it's the right one. 1046 01:14:49,151 --> 01:14:51,052 Well then we'll find out. 1047 01:14:51,053 --> 01:14:53,355 We did everything we knew to do. 1048 01:14:53,355 --> 01:14:56,984 We gave away every last candle, and this one came back. 1049 01:14:58,260 --> 01:14:59,818 Twice. 1050 01:15:04,166 --> 01:15:07,602 This could be our miracle, Edward. 1051 01:15:16,845 --> 01:15:19,247 I hope I'm not overstepping my boundaries, 1052 01:15:19,248 --> 01:15:23,014 but I know just the person to give the candle to this year. 1053 01:15:23,619 --> 01:15:25,746 David Richmond. 1054 01:15:27,055 --> 01:15:29,250 Think of it, Edward. 1055 01:15:29,391 --> 01:15:32,694 Your father gave the candle to Reverend Pillington. 1056 01:15:32,694 --> 01:15:35,596 And as we know, David is a far greater wretch than he ever was. 1057 01:15:35,597 --> 01:15:37,932 [BEA] You make a compelling argument, but I don't-- 1058 01:15:37,933 --> 01:15:40,367 Don't tell me you've given the candle away. 1059 01:15:43,572 --> 01:15:47,599 This is the candle, isn't it'! Splendid. 1060 01:15:47,776 --> 01:15:49,778 Then we're in agreement? 1061 01:15:49,778 --> 01:15:50,912 [BEA] Lady Camdon, I don't think-- 1062 01:15:50,913 --> 01:15:56,885 [EDWARD]Yes, we'll give the candle to David. 1063 01:15:56,885 --> 01:15:58,250 Good. 1064 01:16:00,255 --> 01:16:03,986 [LADY CAMDON] Lord knows, he could use a little light. 1065 01:16:07,329 --> 01:16:10,662 But he doesn't even believe in the candle. 1066 01:16:16,104 --> 01:16:17,128 Edward. 1067 01:16:22,578 --> 01:16:24,842 Edward, please! 1068 01:16:33,188 --> 01:16:34,489 Mr. Haddington. 1069 01:16:34,489 --> 01:16:36,514 May I have a word'! 1070 01:16:44,099 --> 01:16:45,930 The Christmas Candle. 1071 01:16:47,035 --> 01:16:49,437 You're giving the candle to me? 1072 01:16:49,438 --> 01:16:53,431 [EDWARD]Well, you weren't the first choice. 1073 01:16:59,314 --> 01:17:01,145 What am I to do with it. 1074 01:17:01,316 --> 01:17:05,309 Just light it and... just light it. 1075 01:17:06,555 --> 01:17:11,015 Just do something good for Gladbury. 1076 01:17:38,253 --> 01:17:39,982 [DAVID] Emily. 1077 01:17:48,997 --> 01:17:50,521 [DAVID] In church. 1078 01:17:50,832 --> 01:17:52,925 And on your own accord. 1079 01:17:53,101 --> 01:17:54,864 It's true. 1080 01:17:56,071 --> 01:17:59,040 Am I to think that you've come to believe? 1081 01:17:59,408 --> 01:18:01,205 I don't know. 1082 01:18:01,743 --> 01:18:03,540 I want to. 1083 01:18:03,845 --> 01:18:06,914 In times like this, it would be comforting. 1084 01:18:06,915 --> 01:18:09,042 Don't think less of me. 1085 01:18:11,386 --> 01:18:13,115 I have a problem. 1086 01:18:15,057 --> 01:18:17,893 Cousin Charlie was given this blasted Christmas Candle, 1087 01:18:17,893 --> 01:18:22,421 and the poor boy has given it to me. 1088 01:18:23,799 --> 01:18:26,201 Who could refuse a gift like that? 1089 01:18:26,201 --> 01:18:28,203 Now all I can do is pray. 1090 01:18:28,203 --> 01:18:31,639 I feel as though I owe it to him. 1091 01:18:35,811 --> 01:18:37,745 That is a problem. 1092 01:18:38,714 --> 01:18:39,548 [banging on door] 1093 01:18:39,548 --> 01:18:41,482 [EDWARD] Yes, yes, I'm coming. 1094 01:18:44,786 --> 01:18:46,921 Reverend Richmond, Miss Barstow. 1095 01:18:46,922 --> 01:18:48,790 [DAVID] Mr. Haddington, a word. 1096 01:18:48,790 --> 01:18:49,991 Reverend! 1097 01:18:49,991 --> 01:18:52,050 Miss Barstow! 1098 01:18:52,227 --> 01:18:53,328 Is there a problem? 1099 01:18:53,328 --> 01:18:56,230 [DAVID] On the contrary. A great and wondrous miracle 1100 01:18:56,231 --> 01:18:58,324 has taken place this Christmas season. 1101 01:18:59,067 --> 01:19:03,004 It seems that the angel has blessed not one, 1102 01:19:03,004 --> 01:19:06,007 but two Christmas Candles this year. 1103 01:19:06,007 --> 01:19:09,276 And now that I think of it, how small is my faith, 1104 01:19:09,277 --> 01:19:12,013 to think that this angel might stop at two. 1105 01:19:12,013 --> 01:19:13,947 Why not three or four? 1106 01:19:14,116 --> 01:19:15,984 Or maybe there are no limits to the blessings 1107 01:19:15,984 --> 01:19:18,186 the Good Lord might bestow upon Gladbury. 1108 01:19:18,186 --> 01:19:19,453 [BEA] Well, we can explain. 1109 01:19:19,454 --> 01:19:20,788 Edward tripped, and then-- 1110 01:19:20,789 --> 01:19:21,790 you came around. 1111 01:19:21,790 --> 01:19:22,690 There was an accident. 1112 01:19:22,691 --> 01:19:24,325 Yes, we'd lost the candle. 1113 01:19:24,326 --> 01:19:25,860 So I said, "Why don't we give all the candles?" 1114 01:19:25,861 --> 01:19:26,695 Bea. 1115 01:19:26,695 --> 01:19:27,495 And Edward said-- 1116 01:19:27,496 --> 01:19:28,763 We meant no harm. 1117 01:19:28,764 --> 01:19:30,459 But you've given us false hope. 1118 01:19:30,665 --> 01:19:32,929 Surely you can see that. 1119 01:19:37,439 --> 01:19:39,168 How could you? 1120 01:19:39,674 --> 01:19:42,677 How could you question my intentions for the people of 1121 01:19:42,677 --> 01:19:46,113 Gladbury when you, yourselves so blatantly misled them? 1122 01:19:46,114 --> 01:19:48,483 I fear this Christmas will end in nothing but disappointment, 1123 01:19:48,483 --> 01:19:50,618 And you and your fairy tales are to blame. 1124 01:19:50,619 --> 01:19:51,813 [Bea gasps] 1125 01:19:54,523 --> 01:19:57,788 Perhaps it was providence that kept me in Gladbury. 1126 01:20:00,128 --> 01:20:05,700 ♪ 1127 01:20:05,700 --> 01:20:07,702 Well, here we are again. 1128 01:20:07,702 --> 01:20:09,795 [DAVID] Thank you, Mrs. Hopewell. 1129 01:20:09,971 --> 01:20:11,996 I can never repay you. 1130 01:20:21,817 --> 01:20:25,048 I know what it is to suffer a great loss. 1131 01:20:31,159 --> 01:20:33,024 Allow me, Reverend. 1132 01:20:49,611 --> 01:20:51,272 It's time. 1133 01:20:54,583 --> 01:20:59,888 On Christmas Eve, we light the final candle of Advent, 1134 01:20:59,888 --> 01:21:05,627 the Christ Candle, for only in Christ do we find the hope, 1135 01:21:05,627 --> 01:21:11,532 love, joy, and peace that we have come to know this season. 1136 01:21:13,134 --> 01:21:16,570 Christmas Eve holds a special place 1137 01:21:16,571 --> 01:21:19,574 in the heart of every believer, 1138 01:21:19,574 --> 01:21:24,739 and nowhere is this more true than in the town of Gladbury. 1139 01:21:26,381 --> 01:21:32,120 Many of you have no doubt come to rejoice 1140 01:21:32,120 --> 01:21:34,748 in the miracle of the Christmas Candle. 1141 01:21:36,124 --> 01:21:39,627 But regretfully, tonight you shall see this 1142 01:21:39,628 --> 01:21:43,792 long-standing tradition come to an end. 1143 01:21:43,999 --> 01:21:47,093 [gasps] 1144 01:22:07,455 --> 01:22:09,446 Father? 1145 01:22:12,193 --> 01:22:14,795 I would now like to ask the recipient of the 1146 01:22:14,796 --> 01:22:18,994 Christmas Candle to please stand. 1147 01:22:22,037 --> 01:22:25,268 [murmurs] 1148 01:22:26,942 --> 01:22:28,610 [DAVID] Now more than ever I see the urgent need 1149 01:22:28,610 --> 01:22:31,112 to speak on the virtue of enduring faith, 1150 01:22:31,112 --> 01:22:32,146 a faith that endures 1151 01:22:32,147 --> 01:22:34,849 disappointment, and unanswered prayer. 1152 01:22:34,849 --> 01:22:38,352 A faith that relies not on the hollow promises of men, 1153 01:22:38,353 --> 01:22:41,049 but on the sovereignty of Almighty God. 1154 01:22:42,324 --> 01:22:43,689 I... 1155 01:22:46,528 --> 01:22:47,790 I... 1156 01:22:47,963 --> 01:22:49,564 I've got something to say! 1157 01:22:49,564 --> 01:22:51,828 [gasps and chatter] 1158 01:23:00,575 --> 01:23:02,043 I can speak! 1159 01:23:02,043 --> 01:23:03,878 [joyful voices] 1160 01:23:03,878 --> 01:23:06,480 I prayed. Every day I prayed, 1161 01:23:06,481 --> 01:23:09,684 And then I woke up this morning, and I could talk. 1162 01:23:09,684 --> 01:23:12,744 I don't understand it. I even gave my candle away. 1163 01:23:13,655 --> 01:23:16,090 But my favorite scripture says, 1164 01:23:16,091 --> 01:23:18,860 "With God, all things are possible." 1165 01:23:18,860 --> 01:23:23,092 Now I'm never going to stop talking, especially about this! 1166 01:23:23,365 --> 01:23:25,925 [applause] 1167 01:23:28,503 --> 01:23:30,371 I don't know how this happened, 1168 01:23:30,372 --> 01:23:33,775 but my wife also received the Christmas Candle. 1169 01:23:33,775 --> 01:23:35,109 For my husband. 1170 01:23:35,110 --> 01:23:38,443 As many of you know, I was stuck on the bottle. 1171 01:23:38,713 --> 01:23:41,048 Like never before, I prayed. 1172 01:23:41,049 --> 01:23:43,751 And I found I was drinking less and less. 1173 01:23:43,752 --> 01:23:45,845 Which really is a miracle. 1174 01:23:46,454 --> 01:23:49,757 [applause] 1175 01:23:49,758 --> 01:23:51,559 I was hopeless. 1176 01:23:51,559 --> 01:23:54,551 I'd lost everything. 1177 01:23:55,030 --> 01:23:58,431 And now, nothing': lost at all. 1178 01:23:58,700 --> 01:24:01,602 It's all been found. 1179 01:24:01,603 --> 01:24:03,730 [applause] 1180 01:24:04,639 --> 01:24:07,208 [MR. FINCH] I've been out of a job for some time now, 1181 01:24:07,208 --> 01:24:09,810 and found myself in debt up to my ears. 1182 01:24:09,811 --> 01:24:11,245 But then, our landlady-- 1183 01:24:11,246 --> 01:24:13,548 [MRS. FINCH] She forgave us our debts in full. 1184 01:24:13,548 --> 01:24:15,283 [MR. FINCH] And if that wasn't enough, 1185 01:24:15,283 --> 01:24:17,485 well I found work at the Leonard house. 1186 01:24:17,485 --> 01:24:20,421 It makes a man feel good to provide for his family again. 1187 01:24:20,422 --> 01:24:24,259 And my wife, she's found a good friend in Ms. Leonard. 1188 01:24:24,259 --> 01:24:25,493 [MRS. FINCH] Yes, this dear woman, 1189 01:24:25,493 --> 01:24:27,328 she's taught our kids to knit. 1190 01:24:27,328 --> 01:24:29,063 [laughs and applause] 1191 01:24:29,064 --> 01:24:30,498 [JOE] [on verge of tears] My name's Joe. 1192 01:24:30,498 --> 01:24:32,166 I'm not really a religious man. 1193 01:24:32,167 --> 01:24:36,934 I asked for the candle, and it's saved my cat. 1194 01:24:37,639 --> 01:24:41,336 It may not seem much, but she means a great deal to me. 1195 01:24:41,976 --> 01:24:44,445 I never thought I'd get the Christmas Candle, 1196 01:24:44,446 --> 01:24:45,847 but thank God I did. 1197 01:24:45,847 --> 01:24:48,416 [applause] 1198 01:24:48,416 --> 01:24:52,186 [PHINEAS]The candle was for me old man, Oliver Barber. 1199 01:24:52,187 --> 01:24:53,087 [DELILAH] He was blind. 1200 01:24:53,088 --> 01:24:57,081 As you may have heard, dad died this morning. 1201 01:24:57,826 --> 01:25:00,495 [DELILAH] And just before he left us, he whispered, 1202 01:25:00,495 --> 01:25:01,762 "I can see." 1203 01:25:01,763 --> 01:25:06,334 "I can see." His prayer was answered,just as he'd hoped. 1204 01:25:06,334 --> 01:25:08,859 He saw Jesus. 1205 01:25:13,975 --> 01:25:16,143 When I received the candle, 1206 01:25:16,144 --> 01:25:18,880 I thought my prayer'd be answered one way, 1207 01:25:18,880 --> 01:25:21,482 so I took a step of faith. 1208 01:25:21,483 --> 01:25:24,475 Only it was in the wrong direction. 1209 01:25:24,686 --> 01:25:27,955 But then I stumbled into the arms of Hardy Collins, 1210 01:25:27,956 --> 01:25:30,291 the man of my dreams, 1211 01:25:30,291 --> 01:25:33,127 and just this morning, he asked me to be his wife. 1212 01:25:33,128 --> 01:25:34,496 [excited gasps] 1213 01:25:34,496 --> 01:25:37,465 My answer's yes! 1214 01:25:39,134 --> 01:25:42,003 [EMILY] I don't know what to say, 1215 01:25:42,003 --> 01:25:48,408 except I prayed for my father, and here he is. 1216 01:25:51,646 --> 01:25:54,915 [WOMAN] I hadn't spoke to my sister in ten years. 1217 01:25:54,916 --> 01:25:58,019 I even stopped coming to church because of her. 1218 01:25:58,019 --> 01:25:59,720 But we both received the candle... 1219 01:25:59,721 --> 01:26:04,926 So Reverend, have you changed your mind about Gladbury? 1220 01:26:04,926 --> 01:26:08,327 I'm afraid this has only confirmed my suspicions. 1221 01:26:08,563 --> 01:26:10,861 How can you not believe? 1222 01:26:11,399 --> 01:26:16,771 I believe... but I do not belong. 1223 01:26:16,771 --> 01:26:18,272 [thunder] 1224 01:26:18,273 --> 01:26:20,605 [applause] 1225 01:26:25,680 --> 01:26:27,443 Quite a night. 1226 01:26:28,249 --> 01:26:30,683 More than I could have imagined. 1227 01:26:32,854 --> 01:26:35,414 I know he'll come back, Edward. 1228 01:26:36,057 --> 01:26:41,689 Not tonight. Maybe not until after we've both gone, 1229 01:26:42,564 --> 01:26:44,632 but I don't have to see it to believe 1230 01:26:44,632 --> 01:26:47,795 that our son will come home again. 1231 01:26:51,239 --> 01:26:53,230 [thunder] 1232 01:26:53,875 --> 01:26:56,639 [DAVID] God help me in my unbelief. 1233 01:27:08,056 --> 01:27:11,457 [thunder and wind] 1234 01:27:24,272 --> 01:27:28,976 [ELEANOR] There are miracles all around, ♪ 1235 01:27:28,977 --> 01:27:32,680 ♪ Miracles yet to be found. ♪ 1236 01:27:32,680 --> 01:27:38,652 ♪ Hid in every heart is an answered prayer. ♪ 1237 01:27:38,653 --> 01:27:40,988 [DAVID JOINS] ♪ Like a candle': flame, ♪ 1238 01:27:40,989 --> 01:27:44,948 ♪ Hope will lead us there. ♪ 1239 01:27:45,426 --> 01:27:48,295 [DAVID] ♪ When the darkness comes, ♪ 1240 01:27:48,296 --> 01:27:51,165 ♪ Let the light shine through, ♪ 1241 01:27:51,165 --> 01:27:56,870 ♪ A spark of faith will ignite in you. ♪ 1242 01:27:56,871 --> 01:28:02,009 ♪ In a candle': glow, a Virgin's womb, ♪ 1243 01:28:02,010 --> 01:28:08,643 ♪ In a simple prayer in the empty tomb. ♪ 1244 01:28:09,517 --> 01:28:14,989 [BOTH] There are miracles all around. ♪ 1245 01:28:14,989 --> 01:28:18,492 ♪ Miracles yet to be found. ♪ 1246 01:28:18,493 --> 01:28:24,665 ♪ Hid in every heart is an answered prayer. ♪ 1247 01:28:24,666 --> 01:28:30,571 ♪ Like a candle': flame, hope will lead us there. ♪ 1248 01:28:36,711 --> 01:28:39,043 [door opens] 1249 01:28:39,981 --> 01:28:41,175 Abner! 1250 01:28:41,516 --> 01:28:44,352 It's Ruth!There's been an accident, 1251 01:28:44,352 --> 01:28:45,653 The carriage overturned. 1252 01:28:45,653 --> 01:28:46,720 We've got to hurry. 1253 01:28:46,721 --> 01:28:48,655 She's about to have the baby. 1254 01:28:48,823 --> 01:28:50,257 [DAVID]Where is she'! ls she alright? 1255 01:28:50,258 --> 01:28:52,660 [ABNER] About a mile away. She needs a doctor. 1256 01:28:52,660 --> 01:28:55,026 [DAVID] We can take Miss Barstow': cart. 1257 01:28:55,163 --> 01:28:56,858 [EMILY] Come on, boy, come on! 1258 01:29:00,001 --> 01:29:01,434 [DAVID] Come on! 1259 01:29:12,513 --> 01:29:14,748 [DAVID] Abner, are you sure that this is the way'! 1260 01:29:14,749 --> 01:29:16,774 [ABNER] Straight on, keep going. 1261 01:29:17,919 --> 01:29:20,888 [DAVID] Whoa! Whoa! 1262 01:29:28,563 --> 01:29:30,531 [DAVID] How much further is it? 1263 01:29:30,531 --> 01:29:32,966 [ABNER] Just round the bend, where the road drops off. 1264 01:29:32,967 --> 01:29:35,636 [EMILY] I'll come with you. I know these woods. 1265 01:29:35,636 --> 01:29:38,104 [ABNER] I'll be ready with the horse. 1266 01:29:53,955 --> 01:29:55,790 [DAVID] Have we made a wrong turn? 1267 01:29:55,790 --> 01:29:59,393 [EMILY] I don't think so, there should be a clearing. 1268 01:29:59,394 --> 01:30:01,760 [DAVID] How will we ever find her? 1269 01:30:13,241 --> 01:30:15,641 [EMILY] That won't do us any good, not in this. 1270 01:30:17,612 --> 01:30:20,137 [DAVID] It's one of the Haddington candles. 1271 01:30:26,087 --> 01:30:28,078 [EMILY] I have three left. 1272 01:30:34,495 --> 01:30:36,292 [DAVID] Try again. 1273 01:30:49,343 --> 01:30:55,382 [DAVID]Wait! Please, God, keep Ruth safe. 1274 01:30:55,383 --> 01:30:57,783 Help us find her. 1275 01:31:01,456 --> 01:31:03,390 [DAVID] Try again. 1276 01:31:04,125 --> 01:31:10,553 Please, God.We need a miracle. 1277 01:31:18,539 --> 01:31:20,370 [EMILY] What's happening? 1278 01:31:23,511 --> 01:31:25,843 [DAVID] A miracle is happening. 1279 01:31:29,817 --> 01:31:30,909 [DAVID] Let's go. 1280 01:31:36,023 --> 01:31:37,820 [DAVID] Let's go. 1281 01:31:52,406 --> 01:31:53,930 [DAVID] Ruth! 1282 01:31:54,242 --> 01:31:57,245 Ruth! Thank God we found you. 1283 01:31:57,245 --> 01:31:59,008 [RUTH] Mr. Richmond. 1284 01:32:00,248 --> 01:32:02,216 You're safe now. 1285 01:32:11,192 --> 01:32:13,422 [baby cries] 1286 01:32:14,729 --> 01:32:16,764 [CHARLIE] Faster, Uncle, faster! 1287 01:32:16,764 --> 01:32:18,265 [DAVID] Dear Lady Camdon, 1288 01:32:18,266 --> 01:32:19,367 [WILLIAM] Charlie... 1289 01:32:19,367 --> 01:32:22,536 [DAVID] Every minister aspires to leave his mark on a parish, 1290 01:32:22,537 --> 01:32:27,108 but truth be told, Gladbury has left its mark on me. 1291 01:32:27,108 --> 01:32:29,210 In spite of my best efforts, 1292 01:32:29,210 --> 01:32:32,546 I witnessed many miracles this Advent season. 1293 01:32:32,547 --> 01:32:35,414 None more remarkable than my own change of heart. 1294 01:32:36,083 --> 01:32:40,253 If you will have me, I will be honored to remain in Gladbury, 1295 01:32:40,254 --> 01:32:41,955 for many Christmases to come. 1296 01:32:41,956 --> 01:32:42,990 [DAVID] [to couple] Congratulations. 1297 01:32:42,990 --> 01:32:46,448 [DAVID]Your miracle man, David Richmond. 1298 01:32:47,662 --> 01:32:50,722 Ah, the Reverend Richmond. 1299 01:32:51,432 --> 01:32:52,833 Happy Christmas. 1300 01:32:52,833 --> 01:32:54,926 Happy Christmas to you. 1301 01:32:56,003 --> 01:32:58,171 I don't quite know what to say, 1302 01:32:58,172 --> 01:33:00,641 except for there's someone I'd like you to meet. 1303 01:33:00,641 --> 01:33:02,472 [ELEANOR] Let me take that. 1304 01:33:04,478 --> 01:33:06,780 [BEA] But you knew about this all along? 1305 01:33:06,781 --> 01:33:09,016 I had an inkling, but I didn't know for sure until 1306 01:33:09,016 --> 01:33:11,951 Ruth confirmed Thomas was the father. 1307 01:33:22,463 --> 01:33:24,158 Are you ready? 1308 01:33:26,500 --> 01:33:29,333 [DAVID] Come, meet your grandchild. 1309 01:33:30,471 --> 01:33:36,501 Ruth, this is Mr. and Mrs. Haddington,Thomas' parents. 1310 01:33:36,811 --> 01:33:38,836 I hardly know what to say. 1311 01:33:45,219 --> 01:33:47,449 He has your eyes. 1312 01:33:48,055 --> 01:33:50,023 Have you named him? 1313 01:33:50,324 --> 01:33:53,020 I'd like to name him after my father. 1314 01:33:53,461 --> 01:33:55,554 He looks like an Edward. 1315 01:33:57,164 --> 01:33:59,291 Isn't that a fine name? 1316 01:33:59,967 --> 01:34:01,457 May I? 1317 01:34:11,379 --> 01:34:13,176 [BEA] Our grandson. 1318 01:34:18,819 --> 01:34:20,548 Edward. 1319 01:34:35,536 --> 01:34:36,901 [DAVID] Emily! 1320 01:34:41,676 --> 01:34:43,200 I was hoping, uh... 1321 01:34:45,846 --> 01:34:47,575 Yes; 1322 01:34:49,050 --> 01:34:52,213 I was hoping that we might spend Christmas together. 1323 01:34:53,621 --> 01:34:56,112 Your first Christmas in Gladbury. 1324 01:34:56,891 --> 01:34:58,620 And your last. 1325 01:34:59,794 --> 01:35:02,763 Gladbury has a funny way of keeping people. 1326 01:35:03,264 --> 01:35:07,428 I used to mind it. I don't anymore. 1327 01:35:20,981 --> 01:35:25,748 Forgive me.The moment seemed providential. 1328 01:35:34,095 --> 01:35:35,429 [DAVID] Does this mean I'll be seeing you 1329 01:35:35,429 --> 01:35:37,164 in church from now on? 1330 01:35:37,164 --> 01:35:39,325 [Emily chuckles] 1331 01:35:42,269 --> 01:35:47,941 ♪ On a starry night in Bethlehem, ♪ 1332 01:35:47,942 --> 01:35:53,280 ♪ A child was born to bring light to men. ♪ 1333 01:35:53,280 --> 01:35:58,618 And our faith waned, our eyes grew dim 1334 01:35:58,619 --> 01:36:04,922 ♪ In a candle': light we found hope again. ♪ 1335 01:36:06,293 --> 01:36:12,499 There are miracles all around, ♪ 1336 01:36:12,500 --> 01:36:16,436 ♪ Miracles yet to be found. ♪ 1337 01:36:16,604 --> 01:36:24,511 ♪ Hid in every heart is an answered prayer. ♪ 1338 01:36:24,879 --> 01:36:31,682 ♪ Like a candle': flame, hope will lead us there. ♪ 1339 01:36:39,693 --> 01:36:45,398 ♪ When the darkness comes, let the light shine through, ♪ 1340 01:36:45,399 --> 01:36:50,637 ♪ A spark of faith will ignite in you. ♪ 1341 01:36:50,638 --> 01:36:55,976 ♪ In a candle': glow, a Virgin's womb, ♪ 1342 01:36:55,976 --> 01:37:02,313 ♪ In a simple prayer, in the empty tomb. ♪ 1343 01:37:02,483 --> 01:37:08,489 There are miracles all around, ♪ 1344 01:37:08,489 --> 01:37:12,559 ♪ Miracles yet to be found. ♪ 1345 01:37:12,560 --> 01:37:19,864 ♪ Hid in every heart is an answered prayer. ♪ 1346 01:37:21,001 --> 01:37:27,497 ♪ Like a candle': flame, hope will lead us there. ♪ 1347 01:37:27,708 --> 01:37:33,447 When the light has dawned on Christmas day, ♪ 1348 01:37:33,447 --> 01:37:38,518 We will lift our voice in endless praise. ♪ 1349 01:37:38,519 --> 01:37:43,857 When the light has dawned on Christmas day, ♪ 1350 01:37:43,858 --> 01:37:48,295 [we will say: ♪ 1351 01:37:48,963 --> 01:37:59,440 There are miracles all around, miracles yet to be found. ♪ 1352 01:37:59,440 --> 01:38:07,040 ♪ Hid in every heart is an answered prayer. ♪ 1353 01:38:07,581 --> 01:38:15,716 ♪ Like a candle': flame, hope will lead us there. ♪ 1354 01:38:20,995 --> 01:38:25,989 ♪ 99090