"The Heart of the Community" is the third episode in the fourth season of When Calls the Heart. It originally aired on March 5 in 2017.
Synopsis[]
To raise money for new school supplies, Elizabeth and the kids throw a carnival; the carnival sheds new light and possibly even hope, on Phillip's relationship with his distant father.
Plot[]
Abigail finalizes a deal with Ray Wyatt to bring the railroad to Hope Valley, and new families flock to the town with the promise of work. When word reaches the town that a notorious gang is at large and may be heading their way, Jack and Bill enlist Frank's counsel in thwarting their plan to rob the incoming stage carrying the railroad's payroll.
Elizabeth takes a strong interest in new student Philip Cantrell, whose single father Shane is working overtime at the mill and has little time left over for his son. She also plans a carnival to raise funds for supplies the school needs to accommodate the new students, and the entire town turns out in support. Rosemary's new job at the café comes to an abrupt end, but she quickly eyes a new opportunity.