It’s 1966, and it’s a testing time for midwives, but there’s also excitement as the feminist movement intensifies. With the help of Trixie, Sister Julienne is determined to lead Nonnatus Abbey out of its financial troubles. Dr. Turner deals with a series of difficult cases, including a former soldier who was involved in a nuclear test explosion. Meanwhile, Sister Monica Joan experiences a crisis of faith, and Sister Frances realizes she needs to be less metaphysical because if she really wants to connect with the local women, she needs to be down to earth. There are interesting challenges in this era, and England is celebrating its victory in the World Cup.