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♪ When you think of me, it's Christmas ♪

'Twas the night before Christmas,

and all through God's house, all the creatures

were stirring, but y'all, there weren't even one mouse.

No stockings were hung,

but there was this mother and daughter.

Ooh, this is my part, right here.

♪ I'm singing ♪

♪ La, la, la, la, la, la, la ♪

♪ Let me be your Christmas melody, yeah, yeah ♪

♪ I'm singing la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la ♪

♪ Let me be your Christmas melody ♪

Come on, let's go old school.

♪ I'm singing la ♪

♪ La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la ♪

♪ La, la, la, la, la ♪

♪ La, la, la, la ♪

♪ Let me be ♪

♪ Your Christmas melody ♪

Just stop.

Mom.

Can you tone it down, please?

Oh, come on, Nia.

You love this song. And it's Simone.

And I miss hearing you sing.

That was the latest

from gospel sensation, Simone Adams.

Quick update on the storm front moving in.

A blizzard warning has just been issued.

Road closures are already being reported.

Stay home if you can, folks.

Are you going to be this way, all night?

Look, I know you didn't want to go,

but we left early.

It was the last work obligation I had.

Now we can just hang out.

Right.

I mean, I thought you were down

for a little Christmas movie marathon.

I got the flicks all lined up.

Mom, it's just, you promised we'd go visit

Nana and Pop Pop's.

It's not like Philly's that far away from Jersey.

I know. I know. And I'm sorry.

I told everyone that we were coming home,

and now they're disappointed.

Look-- okay, I get it.

But you can see some of your old friends

over spring break.

Mom, they're not old friends.

They're current. And we made plans.

Look, I said I was sorry, Nia, okay?

If you say so.

Mom, should we pull over?

Nia, I thought we could make it home,

but I think you're right.

We need to get off the street.

Help me look for a good spot.

- Oh, Mom, over there. - Okay.

Oh, it's crazy.

Be careful.

Okay.

Oh, my gosh.

Please, somebody.

Okay.

My God! Whoo!

- You guys okay? - Yes, just cold.

I mean, it is freezing out there.

Thanks so much for letting us in.

No worries, you're not the only ones

waiting out the storm.

I'm Adam.

I'm one of the youth pastors here.

Okay, I'm Journee, and this is my daughter, Nia.

That's right.

I'm sorry. I'm sorry.

Have we met before?

Maybe not. It doesn't matter.

Follow me. Yeah.

All right. Come on.

It is a blizzard out there, yeah?

- Yes. - Oh, my gosh.

So, welcome to Central Church of Zion.

You've-- Can I grab your coats?

Yes, please.

All right.

All right.

Oh, my God. No.

This is 'cause we just came

- from an ugly sweater party. - Uh-huh.

I thought it would be funny.

It is.

Oh, I don't do ugly.

Got it.

Would you like something warm to drink?

We have hot chocolate, tea, coffee.

- Hot chocolate. - We're fine.

I would like something to drink, please.

Of course. I didn't mean to speak for you.

No, it's okay, Mom.

I know you're used to making decisions for me.

Nia, right?

- Yes. Pastor...? - Adam.

Pastor Adam.

A few of my youth group members are here.

If you want, I can introduce you,

if you want to hang out while your mom and I

- grab those drinks. - Okay.

Okay. We'll be right back.

- Yes, please. - Mm-hmm.

Thank you, sister.

- Nia, this is Joshua... - What's up?

...Tory, Grace,

- and Trystan. - Hey!

Guys, this is Nia.

She's stuck here waiting out the storm

like the rest of us.

Could y'all do me a favor and keep her company?

Of course.

That's a cool ring.

Thanks, my mom, she got it for me

for my 13th birthday.

She has the same one.

I know, it's kind of corny.

Nah, that's cool that you're close with your mom.

I'm tight with mines, too.

Welcome to Zion.

I think she'll be all right.

Oh, yeah. She'll be good.

So, Journee, that's an interesting name.

You don't hear that one often.

Yeah, it's a nickname for Sojourner.

As in, Sojourner Truth.

Ah, and that she was, the truth.

Yeah, my mother wanted me to have

a strong namesake,

so every time I wrote it down or said it,

it had to really mean something, you know?

Quite a legacy to live up to.

Sojourner was an abolitionist,

evangelist, women's rights activist.

And I think she was an author, too, right?

- Okay. - I think.

Yes, she was all of those things.

I'd like to think I do the name justice, though.

I'm sure. You know, Nia is a powerful name, too.

- It means "purpose." - Oh, I'm aware.

I named my baby that.

But that girl will surely have

you questioning yours sometimes.

So, are you a teacher

at the high school as well, Pastor?

I work there as a guidance counselor.

And you can call me Adam.

When I was younger, I used to go to a high school

kind of like this one.

You know, affiliated with a church.

Hmm. Me, too.

♪ All the little things that mean much more ♪

♪ As years go by ♪

Who is that?

Well, that's a very talented deacon and deaconess.

Well, follow the voices.

- Insane. - Yeah.

Gosh.

♪ I'll be loving you now ♪

♪ Baby, it's you and me ♪

♪ And all the little things ♪

♪ That mean much more as years go by ♪

♪ That makes the season bright ♪

♪ Stay close to me ♪

♪ 'Til winter turns to spring ♪

♪ And as each season passes by ♪

♪ I'll be loving you like Christmas in my mind ♪

♪ Ooh, baby, you're like Christmas in my mind ♪

♪ Ooh, baby, baby ♪

♪ You're Christmas in my mind ♪

♪ Ooh, baby, baby, you're ♪

♪ Baby, baby, you're Christmas in my mind ♪

♪ My mind ♪

♪ Christmas in my mind ♪

Boy, you still got it.

Go on, girl.

Look who's sneaking up on us.

- Hey, Pastor. - What's up?

I brought you someone.

Oh, ugly sweater party.

- Mission accomplished. - I tell you.

Journee, meet Sister Reynolds

- and Brother Booker. - Hi.

But you can call me Noelle.

They call me Book.

Journee and her daughter got caught in the storm.

Look, I gotta get back in there.

Could you all help her out with something--

- We got it, man. - Okay.

As you can see, there's plenty to go around.

Thought I was gon' have to feed a lot of people

after the concert, but of course it got canceled, so.

Well, everything looks delicious.

And it smells amazing in here.

Well, it tastes even better.

Let me get you a plate.

Oh, it's okay. I'm not hungry.

- You sure? - Yeah.

I mean, it's just you and your daughter, right?

- Yeah. - Your husband

had to work tonight?

I'm a widow, actually.

So sorry.

Thank you, but it's fine, really.

It's been a few years, and I'm getting better.

Good for you.

I'mma get you that plate after all.

Seriously, I-- Really, I am not hungry.

That's 'cause you ain't had

my award-winning pound cake.

And I make a mean pot of greens, baby.

Ask anybody.

Word of warning.

If you're going to get a to-go plate,

stay away from the sweet potatoes.

Yeah, Sister Yolanda made those,

you don't want no part of it.

And she can't cook a lick.

But she's so sweet.

And her skin's so clear.

She just need to stick to the banana pudding.

- Oh. - For the road.

- Oh, thanks. - You're welcome.

We should be able to see everything.

- That's dope. - I like that.

That's good.

Wow, you guys really went all out.

Yeah, but thanks to the storm, the show got canceled.

All that practice for nothing.

So, do you guys sing in the choir?

We sing, but we dance too.

Oh, nice,

I used to praise dance at my old church.

Oh, where do you go to church now?

I actually still stream my old church service online.

We just moved here from Philly, but I'm moving back soon.

That sucks.

It would have been nice if you were near.

'Cause-- 'Cause your dancing stuff.

'Cause-- 'cause you dance.

Right.

You-- You sing, too?

I used to, but not anymore.

But it's a shame that you guys might not get to perform.

We could show you a little somethin', somethin',

if you're down for it.

- What y'all think? - Shoot, I'm down.

What song do you guys wanna do?

What? Hey, y'all.

Stop acting like you're not dying

to show off your choreography.

He got to create a number for the first time this year.

Whatever, let's do this if we're gonna do it. Come on.

- All right. - Okay.

Bet you wanna shout, though.

What you--

Okay, we're gonna go the other way.

Five, six, seven.

♪ Tell me, have you heard there's a gift from Zion? ♪

♪ Lamb of God has come from the holy mountain ♪

♪ Fall down on your knees ♪

♪ Those who search shall find Him ♪

♪ Everyone sing, "Joy to the World" ♪

Love this. Yeah.

Wow.

Man, that was so dope. You guys have to perform.

Tell that to the blizzard.

I don't know.

If the storm doesn't clear--

- Who could that be? - Be right back.

Whoo!

Marcus, come in, come in.

Boy, I was hoping to see you, man.

I was worried about you. You all right?

Yeah, thanks, Pastor, I'm good.

Come on, come on.

And there should be some clothes

in the donations closet that should fit you.

Thanks. That'd be great.

- Yeah. - Oh.

Oh.

- Thanks. - You're welcome.

Hungry?

I'm fine, miss.

I know the way.

Church has an adjoining shelter,

in case of emergency.

You know, just a few rooms.

For the homeless, domestic violence.

Well, I'm glad he had some place to come to.

You know, I used to volunteer at a homeless shelter.

Yeah?

Yeah, but my work keeps me pretty busy these days, though.

What do you do?

I'm a civil rights lawyer.

Oh, so you are living up to your name.

Sounds like you doubted me.

I was reserving judgement.

Uh-huh, uh-huh. Nice save, Pastor.

Please, call me Adam.

Oh, there's Nia.

Excuse me a second.

I was looking for you.

Is this supposed to be dinner?

It's just something to tide you over, okay?

When the snow lets up, then we can get outta here.

Are we seriously stuck here, all night?

I mean, there's nothing I can do about the weather, Nia.

This sucks. Great Christmas break.

Thanks, Mom.

Ooh, it's gonna be a long night.

Everyone!

Can I please get your atten--

Can I please get your attention, please?

I know we all have plans tonight.

But guess what? We get to spend Christmas Eve together.

Okay, so, on a positive note,

so the congregation was especially generous,

and we have the most donations we've ever had

for the Bundle of Joy campaign.

Oh, my gosh.

So, obviously, the storm kept all of our volunteers at home.

I was just wondering, could you guys help me

put things together, please?

Pretty please.

Thank you, Pastor. You always got my back.

Okay, I need some more people, who gon' help me?

Yes, I got some more. Come on, we can do this.

What's a Bundle of Joy?

Hey, Journee.

Yes.

Not that I'm not loving what your sweater is giving--

- Oh. - Okay.

But, if you wanted to change,

we do have a donations closet.

- Might find something you like. - Yes.

Please, let me at that closet,

'cause I think I'm gonna need it.

♪ Bells are ringing, there's magic in the air ♪

♪ Choirs are singing, full of joy and happiness ♪

♪ Stars are bright ♪

♪ As we share a winter's night ♪

♪ Here's to Christmas ♪

♪ Kids are smiling, making snowmen in the street ♪

♪ People driving... ♪

Nia.

Oh, wow.

- You like it? - Mmm-hmm.

Oh, my goodness, the church donation closet

has some killer fits.

This congregation has taste, okay?

Check this out.

This church really is something.

Yeah, they seem to genuinely care

about the community.

Hi, how's it going, ladies?

Shall we?

Come on.

This reminds me of that time when Dad dressed up as Santa,

and we visited a kid's hospital.

Oh, my goodness, I remember that.

You might have been more excited than those kids.

Oh, wow, that was actually the first winter

we took you skiing, you remember that?

- That was so much fun. - I know.

And it was also very fun to watch you

take them "L"s on the slopes.

Hilarious.

- I got it eventually. - Yes, you did, you did.

We should take another trip sometime.

Like, a girls' trip.

Okay, that sounds good.

I mean, once things slows down at work,

I could probably take some time--

You know what, never mind.

I forgot your cases take precedence,

did I use that word right?

Nia, now, that's not fair, okay?

- I work for the both of us. - Do you?

We wouldn't even be stuck here right now,

if you didn't take us with you to a work party

that wasn't even mandatory.

Yeah, that's right.

The boss's daughter told me that.

We could have went home

but, I guess you didn't want to.

Okay, look, I can explain.

It's not even about the party.

And I'm over it.

Nia.

- Thanks. - No problem.

So, I wasn't trying to overhear, but I heard.

It seems like work is keeping you pretty busy.

Yeah, I mean, the hectic schedule

was a coping mechanism.

And then my work just became a perfect distraction.

Your husband.

Yeah, it was four years ago, and...

suddenly, I became a sole provider.

And, I didn't want

Nia's quality of life to change,

so I really pushed myself, you know?

And now, it's just habit.

Then, break it.

I know, I know it's easier said than done.

But Journee, your daughter needs you.

She is a gift.

One that I know you cherish enough

- to put first. - I do, I do.

So, do it.

Have you guys ever delivered a Bundle for Christmas?

Yeah, we all have, actually.

We pack a few weeks' worth of food in advance.

Yes, some of our recipients

are signed up by other people

so, they have no idea what's coming

when we knock on their door.

- This is true. - Surprised look on their faces,

priceless.

So, you get to be someone's Christmas miracle.

Yeah, I never really thought about it like that before.

- What? - Nothing.

It just feels so good

to be a part of something like this.

Yeah, it's nice.

So, you see something you like over there, huh?

No. No.

It's a beautiful woman over there.

Yes. She is.

It's a shame what happened to her husband.

What you mean?

He passed away a couple of years ago.

I didn't know that.

Honestly, she seems to be doing very well.

Time is a great healer.

Yeah, it is. That, it is.

I'm so glad to hear you say that,

'cause you had all of us worried with that last breakup.

Book, please--

Look, there ain't nothing wrong

with liking a beautiful woman.

But, you acted a little bit weird.

- I'm not. - A little cagey.

I'm not, she just reminds me of someone I used to know,

that's all.

Ex-girlfriend?

A high school crush.

Okay, unrequited love.

No, no, don't start, Book.

'Cause, as soon as the storm clears,

they'll be gone, and that'll be that.

If you say so.

Man, where is that portable radio

'cause Santa's factory needs some music, it's too quiet.

I'm on it.

All that quiet make me nervous.

All right.

♪ The First Noel ♪

♪ The angel did say ♪

♪ Was to certain poor shepherds ♪

♪ In fields as they lay ♪

♪ In fields as they lay ♪

♪ Keeping their sheep ♪

♪ On a cold winter's night ♪

♪ That was so deep ♪

♪ Noel, Noel ♪

♪ Noel, Noel... ♪

♪ Born is the King ♪

♪ Of Israel ♪

- ♪ 'Cause you are - ♪ You are ♪

- ♪ The light of my life - ♪ The light of my life ♪

♪ You're my shining star, every day of my life ♪

- ♪ Every day of my life - ♪ You are ♪

- ♪ The light of my life - ♪ Light of my life ♪

♪ You're my shining star, every day of my life ♪

♪ Noel, Noel ♪

♪ Noel ♪

♪ Noel... ♪

♪ Born is the King ♪

♪ Of Israel ♪

♪ Noel ♪

My baby, I taught her well.

I taught her that. I taught her well.

So, do you guys all go to school here?

Only two of us. But the church is really nice.

It seems like it.

Yeah, it sucks that you both

are moving back to Philly so soon.

Moving? Who's moving?

Y'all said--

Moving? Who's moving?

Nia, we're moving?

We talked about this, Mom.

Nana and Pop Pop said I can move in with them.

Okay, but I thought we were still discussing it.

Nothing was decided.

Yeah, and I'm pretty sure we did.

You were like, "If that's what you want..."

And it is.

Okay, let's just talk about it later, okay?

Okay.

Oh, my God.

- What happened? What's wrong? - You tell us.

It seems like you got a little somethin', somethin' brewing

- with one of our guests. - Journee.

I'm fine, I don't need you all

to talk to her for me.

And besides, we literally just reconnected--

Reconnected? I thought you just met.

Wait, wait, wait, wait.

High school crush, that's her?

Have you guys called your parents?

I'm sure they're upset with you guys

being away from home, tonight.

At least we're at church, and they know we're safe.

Pastor Adam tried to take us home.

But the snow's coming down too hard.

You and the pastor seem to be getting along pretty well.

What? [chuckles] No. I mean, he's nice.

I mean, he's fine.

All right.

- High school? - She doesn't even remember me.

Then remind her.

Pastor, do you want to be alone?

Listen, I'm not trying to be rude,

but you ain't getting no younger.

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

All right, so we gotta make sure that--

You know, he reminds me of my old English teacher.

I'm pretty sure he had a crush on you.

Pastor does not have a crush on me.

I'm talking about my old English teacher.

Right.

Pastor Adam needs a girlfriend.

He practically lives here.

It's pretty sad.

Oh, so, he's single?

Y'all be the first to call somebody thirsty.

Can't a man just want some alone time?

Funny.

What happened back then, anyway?

- Just tell her who you are. - Nothing happened.

We just hang in different circles.

I mean, I never--

I just wasn't her type, and she--

I don't know. I don't know.

- You punked out. - That's it.

You missed out on the opportunity,

and now you're about to do that again.

Pastor, trust my intuition.

I got a good feeling about this girl.

- Here she comes. Straighten up. - No, stop!

Are you okay?

You all right?

Perfect, man.

Not a word.

Yes, sir.

I got a spare in the office.

He's usually not this clumsy.

I mean, he's dependable. He's sturdy.

And he-- he's a man of God.

I don't doubt it. I'm gonna run to the bathroom, excuse me.

Bookie, all right?

- Go ahead. - Okay.

- Thanks. - Here you go. Welcome.

So, about your mom...

It's complicated.

But do you think she's gonna let you leave?

I hope so.

Didn't really seem like she wanted you to go.

She's worried about how it looks.

Look, I'm not trying to embarrass her.

I just want to go home.

I get that, but you haven't really

been here that long, right?

Yeah, I mean, you haven't met us yet.

Y'all seem pretty cool, too,

it's just, I have more family there

and here has never felt like home.

- I get that. - Yeah.

- Give us a chance. - Right.

Well, when I get my elves,

I'mma take y'all to Philly.

Okay.

I never been to Philly, okay.

Here.

You saved her, so you get to make a wish,

and put her on top.

This is an angel, not a star.

Then say a prayer.

What do you really want?

We got you.

- It has a great view. - All right.

- Yeah, looks good. - Absolutely.

- Looks so good. - There you go.

Nice, very nice.

Thank you.

It looks nice.

It's a masterpiece.

It's like the ancestors

are watching over us.

Yeah.

Oh, God.

NIA'S VOICE: Nana and Pop pop said I can move in with them.

You need to fix this.

Sweet Jesus.

Ooh, Jesus.

Oh!

Okay.

Mom? What are you doing?

Oh, um, I-- I was coming to find you.

- Are you okay? - Yes. Yes, I am fine.

But listen, we really need to talk

about you moving in with your grandparents.

- You don't want me to go. - No, I just feel

a little bit disrespected.

I mean, you blindsided me

with this whole moving thing.

Listen, Nia.

It seems like all you want to do is go there,

- and never come back. - I wanted to spend Christmas

this year surrounded by family and friends.

Just admit it. I come second to your job.

You are not second, Nia.

Listen, I--

My God.

Are you okay?

Let me get her.

I got you.

Open the door, open the door.

Let's go.

Oh, my God, it's Simone Adams!

It's really her.

Yes, it's me, Simone.

Girl, get yourself together. What's wrong with you?

It happens.

All right, all right, all right.

Hey, come on now, let's give her

some space and privacy.

I get it, she's a celebrity, but--

Family! Hey, hey, hey. Y'all back up, back up.

Hey, Book, get in there, man.

What are you doing?

I'm sorry.

- I think it's broken. - It's not broken.

Definitely, a little swollen, though.

- Are you a doctor? - Nurse.

Now, it will bruise, but you'll be okay.

Trystan, grab me that ice pack at the back.

- Painkillers. - Ibuprofen, too.

I spun it on the ice.

Barely missed a light pole. My life flashed before my eyes.

- It was terrifying. - Oh, my goodness.

Oh, my God, let's pray.

And you are?

I'm Pastor Adam.

- Pastor? - Yes.

May I ask, what were you doing

out in the middle of a blizzard?

Oh, well, they canceled my concert.

They told me to stay at the hotel,

but I wanted to go home.

It's Christmas Eve, I wanted to be with family.

Oh, imagine that.

Wanting to spend Christmas with family.

How long do you think it'll take to heal?

If you stay off it for a while,

- you'll be just fine. - A while? How long is a while?

It could be worse.

Not for me, you know how many things I have planned?

Yeah, Mom, she's doing a New Year's Eve special.

That's right. And you are?

Oh, I'm Nia. I am such a huge fan.

Nice to meet you.

You're adorable.

She's my daughter.

- Now, all right, all done. - Thank you.

Can I help you with your coat?

Yes, please.

She'll put this out in the hallway.

I love-- I love your Christmas album.

It's so good. I play it on repeat.

Thank you, sweetie.

- Grace... - Mm?

- Closet. - Right.

I cannot believe this happened.

You're safe, and that's all that matters.

You'll look after me, Pastor?

We'll all look after you.

You need a warm blanket or something to drink?

Oh, my God. Yes.

Half sweet non-fat caramel macchiato, please.

Baby, we got coffee.

You can get it black.

You can get it with cream or sugar.

Oh, the hot chocolate is really, really good.

And that comes with milk or marshmallows.

Soy order only.

Come again? Soy?

- Soy? - The milk?

- Two percent. - Oh.

- Where are we going? - To finish our conversation.

What, right now? Mom, Simone is here.

You know she's one of my favorite singers.

She is not going anymore.

Can you think about what I want

just for once, please?

I didn't even get a picture with her.

Fine, we'll talk later.

O... kay. All right.

Looks like my concert's not the only one

- that got canceled. - Oh, yeah.

We're still hoping tomorrow's show is a go, so...

Yes, you should see the stage, it's amazing.

The proceeds for this show help fund our outreach program,

so we go big.

Then I'd like to donate.

Charity is one of my many passions.

That's so kind of you. Thank you.

Oh, I'll donate, too.

- Great. - Yeah.

I'm also intrigued.

- Take me to the stage. - Okay.

Well, it's like the nurse said, I need to stay off my foot.

Uh, yeah, of course.

Unless you think I'm too much to handle.

Girl.

Oh. Sorry.

I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I'm so sorry.

- Are you okay? - What do you think?

Pastor, we got to board up this window now.

I think we have some supplies down in the basement.

Fellas, let's get that boarded up.

I think we need to exit the sanctuary.

We need to stay away from the windows.

- Yes, ma'am. - Trystan, can you help me

- get her out of here, please? - Of course, of course.

Okay, I'm gonna see if anybody needs help.

Take your time.

- Please carry me. - Absolutely.

I'm carrying Simone.

Noel, grab the Shark Hydrovac out the storage!

It'll get the snow and debris right out.

- Okay, I got you. - Okay.

Watch out for the glass, please.

Well, be careful, everyone, don't slip on that ice.

Yeah, that's... that's good.

- Ow! - What happened?

The glass.

Let me take a look at that.

It's not too bad.

It just needs to be cleaned up and bandaged.

Okay, I got it. Come with me.

- I'll finish up, Pastor. - Okay.

What y'all doing?

Simone is checking out the stage.

Okay, I'll do it.

Yes, oh, my God. Yes, yes!

I'll help zhuzh up your show for tomorrow.

Give you some pointers.

That's kind, but we didn't ask--

No need to thank me.

Blame the Christmas spirit.

I'm in the mood... to give.

Okay, let's go.

Show me what you got.

Hold up, slow down, slow down.

Come help me, boys.

No one's passing out record deals.

- Pick me up. - Yes, ma'am.

- Sorry, you okay? - Yes.

- Thank you. - You good? Thank you.

- Thank you. - Mm-hmm, you're welcome.

A mother-daughter infinity knot!

I have one, too.

Mine's from Tiffany's, but yours is also cute.

Seeing yours is what made me wanna get them.

Aw, that was your mom in the sanctuary, right?

Yeah.

Oh, I know that face.

You know, there's no end to infinity, Nia.

Just like my mom, yours is gonna make mistakes,

make you angry, disappoint you, even.

She's just not who she was when we got these rings.

Well, life forces us to change sometimes.

Sadly, it's not always for the better.

But don't give up on her.

If she's still wearing that ring,

she still believes in what it stands for.

You should, too.

All right.

Dance for me!

Five, six, seven, eight...

Let me see.

I know, I know, I'm sorry.

I'm sorry. Oh, I got you.

Now, this is gon' burn.

Let me see.

I'm sorry, I'm sorry.

It's okay.

Is it better?

Yes. Thank you.

Okay.

I still can't believe I dropped Simone Adams.

And the worst part is,

no one recorded it.

Ha, ha, ha, ha, yeah, great.

My daughter loves her.

So, I guess she can't stay mad at me now.

Mad at you? What did you do?

I--

I broke a promise.

Nia wanted to go to her grandparent's

for Christmas, and I didn't.

So, I told a little lie.

That we had to go to work and stay,

and she found out.

You're beefing with your parents.

They can just be a bit overwhelming,

- if you know what I mean. - Yeah.

I mean, their latest obsession is matchmaking.

So, if I had gone, there would have been

a parade of eligible bachelors there waiting for me.

They can just be a bit too eager.

Hmm.

But are you ready for that?

I mean, are you ready for a relationship?

I am.

Mom, they said that you got hurt.

Oh, um--

- I'm interrupting-- - No, no, no, no,

he was just helping me with my hand---

Looks like you're good, so...

Nia, no.

Nia, come-- baby--

Nia!

- Nia, will you wait a minute? - What?

I know what it looked like, but he was really just

- helping bandage my hand. - Mom, I am 16, not six.

I don't expect for you to be alone forever.

Then why are you so angry?

Because I know you'll put him before me, too.

You know, I used to think that you wanted to be alone.

But you don't.

You just don't wanna be with me.

You are the one who wants to leave.

You haven't told me not to.

- Nia, stop. - Leave me alone!

- Well, hey. - Sorry, I didn't mean

to interrupt you.

I love that song.

It's one of my Dad's favorites.

It's one of mine, too.

- Are you lost? - No.

You sure?

'Cause you look kind of lost to me.

More like on the run.

- From who? - My mother.

Those can be scary.

- What'd you do? - Nothing.

I'm not the problem.

Ah.

Is it serious?

- I hope she's not abusive. - No, no, it's--

it's not like that.

She's really strict.

Not so much.

Vegan.

Well, if she was, that's her business.

No, she's just--

Never mind. I didn't--

- I didn't mean to interrupt. - No, no, no.

Not at all.

My name is Mr. Evans.

I'm a music teacher at the school.

Choir leader for the church.

Nia.

It's a pleasure to meet you.

You, too.

So, have you been in here this whole time?

I come and go as needed.

- Nice shirt, though. - Oh, thanks.

My mom, she got it in undergrad, but...

She disappointed you in some way.

What about your dad?

Um, he's not here. He's gone.

But that song that you were playing,

he'd sing it all the time.

Like, we duet literally everywhere.

- So, you're a singer? - I was.

You still are.

Music is good medicine. Especially Christmas music.

It's full of joy and praise.

It reminds us to love and to forgive.

How about we sing something together?

- Right now? - You got something to do?

No, but I... I can't.

Don't be shy.

We all sound like angels to the Lord.

He can't tell the difference between you and Beyoncé.

Look, I can. And please don't tell your students that.

Some of us just need to hush.

Ah! Dem facts.

That's-- That's what y'all say, right?

Facts? That's what y'all say?

Just sing from your heart.

Even a broken heart has a song, Nia.

I-- I don't know this tune that well.

You do.

This song is yours.

Mine? But again, I don't know the words that well.

Just think of the lyrics as a prayer.

The Bible says when we don't know what to pray,

the Holy Spirit intercedes, giving us the words.

Just listen to the music.

And let the spirit give you what to say.

♪ Please, shine some light on me ♪

♪ It's harder to believe ♪

♪ That this is working for my good ♪

♪ Please, for a moment let me see ♪

♪ The rainbow, 'cause the storm ♪

♪ Is lasting longer than it should ♪

♪ Why do you give ♪

♪ And then you quickly take away? ♪

♪ And why do we suffer ♪

♪ No matter how hard we pray ♪

♪ Please, I don't ask much for anything ♪

♪ But it'd sure be nice ♪

♪ To leave the pieces of my heart ♪

♪ And we can pray for a new start ♪

♪ And leave the pieces of my heart with you again ♪

♪ Again ♪

♪ Again ♪

♪ Mmm ♪

Mr. Evans?

Thanks for helping me look for Nia.

Of course.

Um, can I talk to you about something?

But as a pastor, so you can't judge me?

Not out loud.

Huh, you know what? Never mind.

I'm kidding, I'm kidding. Of course, you can talk to me.

What's on your mind?

It's about Nia.

She wants to move in with her grandparents.

Apparently, I'm a huge failure as a mother.

Do you believe that?

I mean, I could have handled a few things differently.

- Nia's father-- - Book told me.

I-- I wasn't digging. It just came out in conversation.

Well, back then, I got her a therapist,

but I never really talked to her about it.

Not the way I should have.

I, um, moved us out here two years ago, and I just...

thought Nia would adapt, you know?

I mean, she's young, likable.

But... I threw myself into my work.

And I left her, alone.

Oh, I'm sorry. I-- I know it's dark, I--

I didn't mean to scare you. I just...

I heard you singing. You got a great voice.

Thanks, but did you see a man leave just a second ago?

Oh, no. He must have dipped before I got here.

- You a music student? - Oh, no. I don't go here.

I just like music.

Yeah, me, too. I, um...

You know, I-- I used to be a drummer for a band.

You know, I thought I was gonna be the next Questlove, you know?

What's the name of your group?

Ah, sh-- You wouldn't of heard of us.

We broke up after a couple of years.

At least you still play here for your church.

Oh, no, this-- this isn't my church. I'm...

- staying in the shelter. - A-- a shelter?

You know I'm, uh-- I'm homeless.

Oh, I-- I-- I'm sorry. You just...

- Never mind. - What?

You can say it, it's cool.

You just look so young.

Where's your family?

New York.

They told me a thousand times I'd fail,

and music was a long shot,

you weren't good enough.

And they were right.

I hate that part more than anything.

I can't even blame her.

I said she could go.

But that's obviously not what you want.

What's the plan?

You're the pastor. You tell me.

You know your daughter better than I do.

Journee, there's no one size that fits all

when it comes to kids.

But I will say that they do need reassurance.

You just have to remind her of what she's forgotten.

And what's that?

You know.

- That I want her, here with me. - Mm-hmm.

That I need her with me.

That I'll never leave her.

Parents make mistakes, too.

Forgive yourself.

And give Nia the chance to forgive

whatever missteps that were created.

That made this distance between you.

It's gonna be all right.

Thank you.

Let's go find your daughter.

Yeah?

Yeah.

Okay.

When's the last time you've spoken to them?

Uh...

it's been a long while.

Well, they probably regret what they said.

And you shouldn't believe it.

You're way too young to give up on your dreams.

Play something.

- No, I-- I can't. - Here.

- No, I can't. - Okay.

Well, if you don't wanna play, I guess I will.

All right, ready?

Here we go.

Stop. Stop.

Stop, please!

Look, I'm sorry to disappoint you,

but I gave it up, all right?

I just-- I don't do it anymore, you know.

I stopped singing when my dad died.

And I mean, completely. Not even in the car.

What you just heard was the first time I've sang in years.

It didn't sound it.

Well, you got some natural talent.

But what about you?

Do you really not wanna play anymore?

Look, okay, I know what your parents said,

but my mom, she never lets me quit on myself.

She didn't really push the singing thing

because of the circumstances.

What's the proverb?

With the pride, going before the fall or destruction,

or something like that.

Look, I hear you, but my mom--

she-- she isn't like your mom, all right?

Not everyone has a cheering squad.

Appreciate the advice, though.

Algebra? I barely passed.

See, I don't even use half the math

I learned in high school.

Neither did I

until I became a youth pastor.

You know, I once made the mistake

of offering to tutor one kid, one--

- floodgates opened. - Oh, my gosh.

You know, I remember this one math teacher I had.

I'll never forget him. Mr. Easley.

God bless his patience.

Because I was terrible at math, okay?

But you know what was cool about his class

is that his wife used to bake for the students.

Ooh, she made these red velvet cupcakes.

- To die for. - That's right.

Her blueberry muffins were on point.

I mean, she would have like, this crumbly sugar on top.

You know, I thought I recognized you

when you first came in,

but I wasn't 100% sure.

Turns out I was right.

We were in the same graduating class.

- Seriously? - Yes.

Wait, wait, wait, wait, why don't I remember you?

Wow, I made that little of an impression?

Sorry, I just...

Oh, my God. Oh, my God.

You were on the football team.

Okay, okay, I remember now.

That makes sense 'cause, you know,

your body is definitely bang--

What about my body?

Um, you know, that you've,

uh, kept in shape and eating good, living good.

- Uh-huh. - You know, you know.

The years have been kind to you.

Mm-hmm. Thank you.

Anyway, um, I don't feel as bad now

because it's not like we were best friends in high school.

No, no, but you always had your head in your books

or talking to your girls.

Hey, if you wanted some more attention,

you could've just asked for it.

Hmm.

Fair enough.

Um... So what was all of that about my name earlier?

I mean, I never knew.

I-- I was curious. It's not a common name.

I know, but see, if you were in my circle,

you would have known.

Oh, wow.

So, who would have thought

years later you'd follow me to New Jersey?

- Boy, please. - Mm-hmm.

"Oh, my God, you're like so obsessed with me."

What? Nobody is...

The years have been kind to you, too.

God is good.

All the time.

Oh, um, Nia.

Wait, wait, wait. Don't panic, don't panic.

Don't panic, we'll find her.

Nia?

Nia!

- We'll find her. - Okay.

Don't panic, we'll find her.

Oh, my gosh. Nia?

- Mom, Mom! - Oh, Nia.

Nia, come here. Okay.

- Are you okay? - Yeah, I'm okay.

- Not hurt? - No, I'm fine.

Okay, the conversation we had earlier,

I didn't mean it to end that way.

- Me too. - Okay, I love you.

Thanks for bringing her back.

Yeah, she's a-- she's a good kid.

Thank you...

so much. Come on.

Come on, let's get in there.

Everybody, save your cellphone batteries.

It's gonna be all right, y'all. Just stay calm.

We will get everything under control, all right?

You know what?

Everybody, let's-- let's move to the center pews.

Come on.

Yeah, I don't want anyone near the windows

in case another one breaks.

You okay?

I'm not normally a nervous person, Pastor,

but this storm is getting to me.

Yeah, it-- it-- it should-- it should be clear soon.

Now that I think about it.

Christmas eve, a snowy night.

Yeah?

Two ridiculously gorgeous people.

It's kind of romantic, don't you think?

Yes, yes, it is.

You know what?

I-- I-- I'm gonna make sure--

I'm just gonna make sure

no one needs anything else, okay?

Are you all right?

You know what time it is? It's 10 o'clock.

If I was at home right now,

I would let the nieces and the nephews

open up at least one gift.

My...

my family would just stay up all night on Christmas Eve.

I-- we used to watch a bunch of Christmas movies,

and drink hot chocolate.

I was, um...

It was really good, man.

♪ Fall on your knees ♪

♪ Oh, hear ♪

♪ The angel voices ♪

♪ Oh, night ♪

♪ Divine ♪

♪ Oh, night ♪

♪ When Christ was born ♪

♪ Oh, night ♪

♪ Divine ♪

♪ Oh, night ♪

♪ Oh, night ♪

♪ Divine ♪

I thought you might sing for us too.

Oh, no, you have to pay for these vocals.

Oh.

Boy, was that you?

Oh, well, I don't know about y'all,

but I'm ready to dig into this food we cooked.

- Are you all hungry? - Yes, Lord.

Marcus, you come first.

Ooh, yes.

♪Remember how it used to feel♪

♪ When Christmas Time was almost here ♪

Family, family, family,

before we begin to eat,

um, I'm reminded of the scripture.

I-- I-- I believe it's in Acts,

chapter ten, verse thirteen--

Pas-- uh, Pastor.

Empty bellies. Let's just pray. Amen.

Rise, Peter; Slay and eat.

- Amen? - Amen.

Marcus, come sit down, yeah?

Hey, Adam.

Over here.

There's a seat over there for you, Man of God, bless you.

♪ You're my Christmas kind of love ♪

- Hi. - Hi.

There is no separating you two, is there?

You didn't tell her?

Tell me what?

Your mother and I went to high school together.

- What? No, she didn't tell me. - Yeah.

If you need any blackmail material, let me know.

I got all the dirt.

- Tell me more. - Uh-uh.

You better not say a word.

- I didn't say anything. - Oh, so, there is dirt?

Don't you love mac 'n cheese?

Eat. Come on.

You want another spoonful? There you go.

Your community outreach is commendable.

Well, yeah, we volunteer year round

and for Christmas, we do it big.

I mean, they come in in droves.

Well, my foundation does a considerable amount

for the global community.

And so do our missionaries, serving abroad.

Oh.

Then I should have a chat with your pastor.

I'm sure we'd make great collaborators.

I don't know.

Seems like he's already forming a partnership to me.

I think you might be right.

- Here you go. - I don't do carbs.

♪ Our family and our friends ♪

♪ At Christmas time ♪

♪ This feeling never ever ends ♪

♪ I hear the sleigh bells ring ♪

♪ The choir begins to sing ♪

I did damage.

I am so stuffed I can hardly breathe, okay?

Come on. Come walk with me a second.

Okay.

♪ We can make Christmas last forever ♪

♪ December comes, it brings... ♪

Look, I should have talked to you

about moving us out here.

I took for granted how hard it can be.

You gotta make new friends in high school,

especially when cliques are so ingrained.

School isn't the problem, Mom.

I know, I know.

Let me finish.

I checked out on you.

I don't even realize when it happened.

And after everything we went through...

I guess for some stupid reason...

I thought you needed a stronger version of me.

Mom, I seen how hard that you were trying,

so, I just didn't think that I should or could talk to you

about certain things.

And eventually we just stopped talking.

I know.

And I let that be our new normal.

I did that. And I am sorry.

Listen, this family...

our family...

you being born...

Baby, that was the best thing

that ever happened to me.

And I don't want you to move out.

I need you.

Nia, I need you here with me.

So, I promise you...

I'm gonna do better.

I'm gonna be better.

Mom, you love your job,

and I'm not mad about that.

The work you do is important, and I know that.

No, but nothing, nothing is more important than you.

And there's nothing in this world

that I love more than you.

I brought us out here for a fresh start.

So, let's make it.

Together this time.

I missed you.

I missed us.

I'm here, baby.

I'm here.

And listen, you can talk to me about anything.

We used to have a family Christmas Eve tradition, too.

Mm-hmm. Yes, we did.

Oh, are you...

Okay.

♪ Life brings you changes ♪

♪ We lose, sometimes we gain ♪

♪ Nothing's ever promised ♪

♪ Except some silent rain ♪

♪ Every day I'm fighting ♪

♪ Just to make a change ♪

♪ Growing isn't easy ♪

♪ And letting go can make you feel afraid ♪

♪ But morning has a way ♪

♪ Of washing away sorrow ♪

♪ When joy replaces pain ♪

♪ When we focus on tomorrow ♪

♪ And though the road's been long ♪

♪ But you don't have to travel alone ♪

♪ I'll be right by your side until the end ♪

♪ I'm your forever friend ♪

♪ Doo, doo, doo, doo ♪

♪ I'm your forever friend ♪

♪ Doo, doo, doo, doo, doo ♪

♪ Strange how unforgiveness has its way ♪

♪ So strange ♪

♪ It's way of blinding you from your own mistakes ♪

♪ But sometimes the enemy ♪

♪ May start inside of me ♪

♪ And love's the only remedy we need ♪

♪ Oh, oh ♪

♪ The morning has a way ♪

♪ Of washing away sorrow ♪

♪ And joy replaces pain ♪

♪ When we focus on tomorrow ♪

♪ And though the road's been long ♪

♪ But you don't have to travel alone ♪

♪ I'll be right by your side until the end ♪

♪ When battles come together, we will win ♪

♪ And now our brand new story will begin ♪

♪ You're my forever friend ♪

♪ Do, do, do, do ♪

♪ You're my forever friend ♪

♪ Do, do, do, do ♪

♪ You're my forever friend ♪

♪ Do, do, do, do ♪

♪ You're my forever friend ♪

Ooh, my baby.

It was so good to hear you sing again.

I get it from my parents.

Oh, well, don't say we ain't never gave you nothing.

I think it's time that we discussed something else.

Okay.

I think we should address the elephant in the room.

It's name is Adam, it preaches for a living.

Okay, okay.

You know it's funny because I didn't even remember him.

I mean, you saw when we first came into church,

I was like, "Who is this guy?"

Yeah, Mom, don't be acting

like you ain't been having wild, wild thoughts

all up in the house of the Lord.

- Nia. - Relax, Mom. I like him.

Well, I'll have to get to know him a little bit better.

But, you know,

I ran a prelim background check through the youth group,

and no red flags as at yet.

Oh, good to know.

But I'm in no rush, I'm in no rush.

Well, you should be,

because Simone is ready to eat him up like a communion wafer.

Well, we better hurry up and get back in there

because if the lights go out again,

we don't want them sending out a search party.

- Mm-hmm. - All right.

♪ Silent night ♪

♪ Holy night ♪

♪ All is calm ♪

'Twas the night before Christmas

and all through the house not a creature was stirring.

Well, almost.

Now, as an attorney,

I'm sure you're aware of the ramifications of cookie theft.

Yes?

Oh, I'm aware, it's a serious offense,

however, the legal system makes exceptions on Christmas Eve.

Oh, well, in that case, grab me two, as well, Counselor.

Okay, I see you.

Okay, I'm gonna get some spoons.

You taught me something new. We got to be quiet.

If someone else come in, we're going to have to share.

- Okay. - Yeah.

- True. - Yeah.

It's right on time.

You know, tonight did not turn out

how I thought it would at all.

Is that a good thing or a bad thing?

It's a great thing.

For me, too.

The holiday spirit really took over.

And thank God it did, because those kids

were not feeling being snowed in on Christmas Eve.

- Mm-mm. - Oh, my goodness.

Thanks for earlier.

What you said, it really helped with Nia.

Glad I could be there for you.

Here greedy, you got a-- you got a-- it's...

- It's that bad? - Yes, it's like over here.

Okay, thank you.

Did I get it?

Just a little bit.

Um, I'm sorry. Is this okay?

I know we just met again, but if it's too fast, I...

What y'all doing in here?

Uh, nothing.

Nothing, nothing. We're, you know...

- Sneaking up on people. - I know.

Listen, don't eat up all of the cookies,

because I promised the youth they could take some home.

Yes, of course.

There's a lot more.

Make sure y'all clean up after yourselves, okay?

- Okay. - Mm-mm.

Yes, sister, thank you.

- Okay. - Yes.

Yes, sister Noel.

Praise him.

♪ Baby, this Christmas ♪

- It's your fault. - You started it.

A little cookie monster over here.

♪ Will go our way this Christmas ♪

Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

Your hair. Your hair.

What's the weatherman saying?

They're saying that heavy snows are coming.

Salt trucks are doing all they can,

but they're advising people to still stay inside.

Hey, family, look,

I know we were all hoping that the show will go on today,

but we're going to have to cancel.

Merry Christmas to us.

The bundles won't go out either.

I can't remember the last time

we weren't able to make that delivery.

Wait a minute.

The show can still go on.

Look around.

There's enough of us here to still pull something together.

We can stream a live performance.

I'll post it on my socials

and trust, if I post it, they will come.

I mean, it could work.

I mean, the stage is already set.

Yeah, but we're still missing some of our group

and we're missing band members.

And we don't have anybody to play.

I could play piano

and then maybe Curtis could fill in on guitar.

And Marcus, he used to be in a band.

He could play drums. He's really good.

- No, no, no. - Like, Questlove good.

You've never even heard me play.

So, you can play the drums?

I haven't done it in a while.

Come on, Marcus, it's Christmas, man.

- Help us out. - Yeah, come on.

Okay, I'll do it.

- There it is. - Sounds like a band to me.

Journee, do you mind

lending your vocals to help fill out the choir?

Yeah, sure, I'm in.

Uh, Pastor Adam, you not going to sing?

You gotta sing.

Come on, man.

Okay.

Yes, Adam, you can sing with me.

And the rest of you, my background singers.

Girl...

Guys, are we really doing this?

I stay stage ready.

Then that is a yes. Okay.

Gym showers are available for freshening up.

Donations closets should have something for everyone to wear.

We-- we have about four hours to get this thing together.

So let's get a move on.

Hey, Marcus.

- Hey. - Hey.

It's Christmas, you should call your family.

Uh, Nia, um...

Look, there's no better gift you can give

than to let them know that you're okay.

Trust me.

A call from my dad would mean everything to me.

But he's gone.

Your family isn't.

I wouldn't know what to say.

Well, someone told me when we don't have the words,

the Holy Spirit guides us.

It worked for me.

You should tell your family about the show.

They're not interested in seeing me play.

Maybe not,

but I'm sure they are interested in seeing you.

You're an old soul, Nia.

And you're our little drummer boy.

He was poor too, you know.

But he played his best for Jesus.

Play your best for them.

I will.

I am so proud of you.

And your dad would be proud of you too.

Come on.

MARCUS' MOTHER: Hello.

Hello?

Mom... it's me.

MARCUS' MOTHER: Marcus?

Marcus, is that you, son?

Yes, it is me, Ma.

MARCUS' MOTHER: Where are you?

We looked everywhere.

Look, Mom, I'm okay.

I'm okay, Ma.

I missed you.

MARCUS' MOTHER: I missed you too, son.

Thank you, God.

Yeah.

Merry Christmas, the saying is true,

God works in mysterious ways.

My Christmas show will still go on,

just not the way I planned.

I'm teaming up with Central Church of Zion

to put on a special community performance

that'll be live-streamed this morning at 10:00 a.m.

Proceeds from the show

will go to support much-needed community outreach programs.

So please click the link in my bio

and let's celebrate the birth of our Lord together.

I'll see you at ten.

Merry Christmas.

Ew.

If we're going to do this show, you have to look the part.

I'm going to take you from cheap to expensive.

Voila.

♪ Another year over, over ♪

♪ It's Christmas day, we about to perform ♪

♪ We 'bout to perform, we 'bout to perform ♪

♪ It's Christmas day, we about to perform ♪

- I'm healed. Yes. - I told you.

Go on girl, ain't nothing wrong with you.

Give me this cane. We got this girl--

I'm healed, ladies!

♪ And we'll sing Jingle Bells ♪

All that oil-- this is gonna be good.

♪ The fire's burning, so get out of the cold ♪

♪ Raise your glass, make a toast ♪

♪ To the one you love most ♪

Ho-ho-ho.

Ho-ho-ho.

♪ It's Christmas all along ♪

It's been ten years already.

Time flies.

Mr. Evans looks exactly the same.

I mean, that skin is happen.

You know him?

I thought you guys moved here a couple of years ago.

Yeah, we did.

I met him yesterday in the auditorium.

I'm not sure who you met,

but I'm certain it wasn't Mr. Evans.

That was his last delivery. He passed soon after.

No, no, I'm talking about this man.

This is who I met. The music teacher?

Yes. This is Mr. Evans's, girl.

Yes.

He was a great teacher.

He couldn't stand to see a child in need.

He was an absolute angel.

Nia, what's wrong?

I see dead people.

What?

Nia?

Nia!

I'm fine, Mom.

Everything's going to be okay.

Okay.

♪ The First Noel ♪

♪ The angel did say ♪

- I'm about to taste it though. - Put it down.

♪ Was to certain poor shepherds ♪

♪ In fields as they lay ♪

Zion's Church, you should pull up here right now.

Merry Christmas.

♪ Keeping their sheep ♪

♪ On a cold winter's night ♪

♪ That was so deep ♪

♪ Noel, Noel ♪

♪ Noel, Noel... ♪

♪ Born is the king ♪

♪ Of Israel ♪

- ♪ 'Cause you are - ♪ You are ♪

♪ The light of my life ♪

Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey.

Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey.

Are y'all ready?

Hmm, my baby is so beautiful.

All done.

Ooh, I like it.

- I'm nervous all of a sudden. - Don't be.

I'm going to be right out there with you, okay?

- It's show time, baby girl. - Let's do it.

You got this. Come on.

What's up, man?

- Looking good. - Thank you.

To everyone at home watching, Merry Christmas.

This is truly the day the Lord has made.

We will rejoice and be glad of it.

Now, the snow may have kept you all home,

but praise and worship doesn't end

just because we can't gather together in a building.

I'm excited to preach to you this morning.

But before I do,

we have a special holiday performance

just for you.

Merry Christmas, everybody.

I know you guys are snowed in,

but I still want you to get on your feet.

We're gonna have a good time.

Let's go.

♪ Oh, ooh ♪

♪ Every day, bad news, I hear the same old thing ♪

♪ About how the whole world is full of mystery ♪

♪ They're talking now but forget ♪

♪ That's not news to me ♪

♪ No one wins without love on their side ♪

♪ See, if we really want to change, a gift would be ♪

♪ Bigger than material things under the tree ♪

♪ But listening more than fighting brings on harmony ♪

♪ You can sing through your darkest night ♪

♪ See, I, I know it gets better ♪

♪ My lights bright up when we are together ♪

♪ I fly higher even in stormy weather ♪

♪ With you and me, that's why I believe ♪

- ♪ This Christmas - ♪ Yes, I'm ready for change ♪

- ♪ This Christmas - ♪ Farewell to yesterday ♪

♪ This Christmas ♪

♪ With one voice we will pray ♪

♪ Remember there's one thing ♪

♪ What the season really means ♪

- ♪ This Christmas - ♪ This Christmas ♪

♪ Talking about this Christmas ♪

- ♪ At home, sing along - ♪ Have a merry Christmas ♪

♪ Joy all over the world ♪

♪ Merry, merry Christmas ♪

♪ Oh, yeah ♪

- ♪ This Christmas - ♪ Yes, I'm ready for change ♪

- ♪ This Christmas - ♪ Farewell to yesterday ♪

♪ This Christmas ♪

♪ With one voice, we will pray ♪

♪ Remember just one thing ♪

♪ What the season really means ♪

- ♪ This Christmas - ♪ I'm so ready for change ♪

- ♪ This Christmas - ♪ Farewell to yesterday ♪

♪ This Christmas ♪

♪ With one voice, we will pray ♪

♪ Just remember this one thing ♪

♪ What the season really means ♪

♪ This Christmas ♪

♪ Talking about this Christmas ♪

♪ Talking about this Christmas ♪

♪ Merry, merry Christmas ♪

♪ Have a very merry Christmas ♪

- ♪ Merry, merry Christmas - ♪ Yeah ♪

♪ This Christmas ♪

♪ This Christmas ♪

♪ Talking about this Christmas ♪

♪ Talking about this Christmas ♪

- ♪ Merry, merry Christmas - ♪ Have a Merry Christmas ♪

♪ Have a Merry Christmas ♪

♪ Tell me have you heard there's a gift from Zion ♪

♪ Lamb of God has come from the holy mountain ♪

♪ Fall down on your knees ♪

♪ Those who search shall find Him ♪

♪ Everyone sing joy to the world ♪

♪ Tell me have you heard there's a gift from Zion ♪

♪ Lamb of God has come from the holy mountain ♪

- ♪ Fall down on your knees - Mr. Evans?

♪ Those who search shall find Him ♪

♪ Everyone sing joy to the world ♪

♪ Rejoice ♪

♪ Don't you know the Kingdom has come ♪

♪ Rejoice ♪

♪ Don't you know that He is the one ♪

♪ Rejoice ♪

♪ Him alone is His only son ♪

♪ Together with one voice ♪

♪ Lift your head up and rejoice ♪

♪ Rejoice ♪

♪ Don't you know the Kingdom has come ♪

♪ Rejoice ♪

♪ Don't you know that He is the one ♪

♪ Rejoice ♪

♪ Him alone is His only son ♪

♪ Together with one voice ♪

♪ Lift your head up and rejoice ♪

♪ Tell me have you heard there's a gift from Zion ♪

♪ Lamb of God has come from the holy mountain ♪

♪ Fall down on your knees ♪

♪ Those who search shall find Him ♪

♪ Everyone sing joy to the world ♪

I was thinking,

since you guys are in the market for a new church house

I'd like to throw out hat in a ring.

I think your daughter would really--

Oh, no, no. You will not use my child.

Have you no shame, sir?

Okay, fine.

I was just hoping I'd get to see you again.

- I'd like that. - Yeah.

Maybe we go out for dinner one night.

Oh, so like a date?

- Yes, like a date. - Okay.

I mean, but if you're not interested

please don't let that stop you from joining the church.

- What? - Nothing.

It's just, well, I never would've thought

this would've happened.

Better late than never.

So that's a yes?

My team transferred the online donations to the church fund.

Uh...

- Simone, this-- this-- - I know.

It's what I do.

I trust you to spend it wisely.

I'm-- I'm speechless.

I'm not done.

Prepare for the encore.

May I have everyone's attention, please?

I just got off the phone with my team,

and they're sending a few vans over to help us get home.

And drum roll, please.

To deliver as many bundles of joy as we can

before the storm kicks back up.

He's a good dude.

I'll be the judge of that.

Okay.

Too bad you're moving away so soon.

Today was fun.

Yeah, well, about that.

I might be sticking around after all.

What? Okay, yes!

- See you later. - I will see you later.

Bye.

- Hey, Nia. - Hey.

Look, I just wanted to thank you.

You know, my family, they watched the show

and once the snow clears up,

they're coming to pick me up and I'm going home.

- What? - Yeah!

I love to hear it.

Me too. Me too.

Oh, my God, well, I hope you don't stop playing.

Oh, no, I won't. I won't.

Well, Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

So I was thinking Lake Tahoe.

- Lake Tahoe? - Yes, for our girls' trip.

I'm trying to get you back on those skis.

Well, yes, for the girls' trip,

but can we maybe do something different?

Sure.

I'm down for a new adventure.

And wherever we go,

I promise, we will decide it together.

Merry Christmas, Nia.

Merry Christmas, Mom.

Everyone gather around, Christmas photo.

Okay.

Snowed in through the night

mother and daughter made things right

and happy memories were made

with new friends on Christmas Day.

I heard them exclaim before going their separate ways,

Merry Christmas to all.

And to all a good day.

Merry Christmas!

♪ The First Noel ♪

♪ The Angel did say ♪

♪ Was to certain poor shepherds ♪

♪ In fields as they lay ♪

♪ In fields as they lay ♪

♪ Keeping their sheep ♪

♪ On a cold winter's night ♪

♪ That was so deep ♪

♪ Noel, Noel ♪

♪ Noel, Noel... ♪

♪ Born is the King... ♪