Ep 1. Anything You Want

In the season one premiere of 7th Heaven, we are introduced to the Camden family. Reverend Eric Camden and his wife Annie are parents to five children, ranging in age from 17 to five years old. The episode opens with the Camden family gathered at the dinner table, discussing their individual plans for the upcoming week. As the family disperses from dinner, we see each of the children struggling with their own personal issues. From oldest son Matt, who is worried about impressing a girl on a first date, to youngest daughter Ruthie who is struggling with not being able to attend school like her siblings, we start to see the unique challenges faced by each of the Camden children. The following day, the family attends church services where Reverend Camden is approached by a young woman named Mary who is pregnant and looking for guidance. Though he is hesitant at first, Reverend Camden ultimately agrees to counsel Mary and her partner, opening up the possibility for future episodes to tackle more challenging social and moral issues. Elsewhere, we see the family struggle with the idea of a shared bathroom as Matt and his younger brother Simon butt heads over bathroom etiquette. Throughout the episode, we see the Camden family navigate their individual struggles and come together as a unit, supporting each other through the highs and lows of everyday life. The episode ends with a touching family moment as Annie leads the children in a prayer and reflects on the importance of family and coming together in times of need. Overall, the premiere episode of 7th Heaven sets the stage for what promises to be a heartwarming and relatable family drama.