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Amen Season 2 Episodes
Season 2 Episode Guide
21 Episodes 1987 - 1988
Episode 1
California Dreaming
Sat, Oct 3, 1987 30 mins
Rev. Gregory receives a new calling to a Hollywood ministry, which would leave the Deacon (Sherman Hemsley) hard-pressed to fill his shoes. Johnny Jr.: William Hudson III. Thelma: Anna Maria Horsford. Casietta: Barbara Montgomery.
Episode 2
Dancing in the Dark
Sat, Oct 17, 1987 30 mins
A rivalry is renewed when Deacon Frye is pitted against an old law-school classmate, in defending a palimony suit. Deacon Frye decides to settle their rivalry in court.
Episode 3
You Bet Your Life
Sat, Oct 24, 1987 30 mins
A winning ticket in the church raffle offers Thelma an opportunity for a dinner with the Reverend, and sends Amelia (Roz Ryan) on a gambling binge. Clifton Davis, Sherman Hemsley. Frenchy: Richard Foronjy. Sid: Stan Haze.
Episode 4
Dueling Ministers
Sat, Oct 31, 1987 30 mins
Rev. Gregory feels like odd man out when Deacon Frye brings in the popular 12-year-old Rev. Johnny Jr. (the Rev. William Hudson III). Clifton Davis, Anna Maria Horsford. Casietta: Barbara Montgomery. Amelia: Roz Ryan.
Episode 5
Thelma's Reunion
Sat, Nov 7, 1987 30 mins
Desperate for a date to her high-school reunion, Thelma accepts an invitation from the Reverend---but then finds out her father set it up. Clifton Davis, Sherman Hemsley. Darlene: Berlinda Tolbert. Monte: Gerry Black. Jackie: Lynnie Godfrey.
Episode 6
Deacon on the Line
Sat, Nov 14, 1987 30 mins
The Deacon is left to his own devices when a teen-hotline caller threatens suicide. Clifton Davis, Anna Maria Horsford. Michael: Robert Macnaughton. Rev. Johnny: William Hudson III.
Episode 7
Rolly's Proposal
Sat, Nov 21, 1987 30 mins
Rolly finds Thelma's visiting great aunt a likely candidate for a "trial marriage." Rolly: Jester Hairston. Deacon: Sherman Hemsley. Thelma: Anna Maria Horsford.
Episode 8
Rolly's Wedding
Sat, Nov 28, 1987 22 mins
Minutes before the wedding of Rolly and Leola (Rosetta LeNoire), the Deacon learns Rolly has had a change of heart. Sherman Hemsley, Anna Maria Horsford. Casietta: Barbara Montgomery.
Episode 9
Thelma's Birthday
Sat, Dec 5, 1987 30 mins
A doctor treating the Deacon's back becomes a romantic interest for Thelma---and a threat to Rev. Gregory (Clifton Davis) on Thelma's birthday. Anna Maria Horsford, Sherman Hemsley. Amelia: Roz Ryan. Casietta: Barbara Montgomery.
Episode 10
Thelma's Little Girl
Sat, Dec 12, 1987 30 mins
Thelma is frustrated in her attempt to adopt a 9-year-old girl, who may be too much to handle. Anna Maria Horsford, Sherman Hemsley. Rev. Gregory: Clifton Davis. Amelia: Roz Ryan.
Episode 11
The Twelve Songs of Christmas
Sat, Dec 19, 1987 30 mins
The Deacon feuds with church members over which song the choir will sing in the Christmas songfest. Lorenzo: Franklyn Seales. Leola: Rosetta LeNoire. Dr. Philips: Lynn Hamilton.
Episode 12
Snakes Alive
Sat, Jan 2, 1988 30 mins
After the Deacon runs out of the church in mortal terror, the Reverend discovers that his panic was due to a fake rubber snake someone had left behind. And because of that incident, the Deacon has been the object of ridicule with the congregation. So, to help conquer his fear of snakes, the Deacon visits a therapist, who begins treating him for his phobia. Part of the treatment includes him staying in a room alone with a large boa constrictor.
Episode 13
Man on a Ledge
Sat, Jan 16, 1988 30 mins
Thelma spills her feelings on the Reverend's answering machine, then sends her father to retrieve the tape. Clifton Davis, Sherman Hemsley. Jackie: Lynnie Godfrey. Casietta: Barbara Montgomery.
Episode 14
To Catch a Thief
Sat, Jan 23, 1988 30 mins
After money is stolen from the collection box, people accuse Jeanette (Gloria Briscoe), much to the astonishment of Thelma and the Deacon (Anna Maria Horsford, Sherman Hemsley).
Episode 15
The Widow
Sat, Feb 6, 1988 30 mins
An amorous widow strings Rev. Gregory along by promising a donation to the church day-care center. Anna Maria Horsford, Sherman Hemsley. Rolly: Jester Hairston. Amelia: Roz Ryan.
Episode 16
Stranded
Sat, Feb 20, 1988 30 mins
The Deacon has a spiritual reawakening after Amelia saves his life during a blizzard on the way to a church retreat in the mountains. Roz Ryan, Clifton Davis. Rolly: Jester Hairston. Dr. Carter: Earl Boen.
Episode 17
Deacon Dearest
Sat, Feb 27, 1988 30 mins
While counseling Thelma's friend, whose marriage is on the rocks, the Deacon winds up falling for her instead. Richard: James A. Watson Jr. Atkins: Tom Tarpey. Deacon: Sherman Hemsley.
Episode 18
The Fantasy
Sat, Mar 5, 1988 30 mins
Thelma daydreams about a honeymoon with the Reverend, but the Deacon has a different vision of the minister as a son-in-law. Anna Maria Horsford, Sherman Hemsley, Clifton Davis. Casietta: Barbara Montgomery.
Episode 19
Wedding Bell Blues
Sat, Mar 12, 1988 30 mins
Rev. Gregory is upset when the first couple he ever married accuses him of malpractice and negligent counseling. He is represented at his trial by attorney Frye, with surprising results. Meanwhile, Deacon Frye tries to turn the church into a wedding chapel, Las Vegas style.
Episode 20
A Slight Case of Murder: Part 1
Sat, Apr 30, 1988 30 mins
Part 1. The Deacon defends a widow charged with murdering her husband.
Episode 21
A Slight Case of Murder: Part 2
Sat, May 7, 1988 30 mins
Conclusion. Thelma tries to stall the wedding of Roxanne and the Deacon, who's in for a big surprise at the honeymoon suite. Anna Maria Horsford, Sherman Hemsley. Bellman: Craig Bierko. Cop: Donald V. Allen.