Colin speaks out against alcohol after a teenager is found drunk. The bootleggers in turn set light to the church. At the same time, Grady Hocking and his two sons, George and Greg, have come to town.
Illegal moonshine is taking over the growing community of Paterson's Ridge. When Colin McGregor preaches restraint, he is threatened by bootlegger Grady Hocking whose sons burn down the church and take Danni hostage while trying to escape the state troopers. She is rescued by Matt and the family while Kathleen keeps the law at bay.