[s2e21] A Broken Heart And A Crock Monster -

: Fans have noted a minor anachronism; the episode is set in 1990, but casino gambling (referenced in the episode) was not legal in Louisiana until 1991.

: The Coopers take the "broken-hearted" pastor in to help him through this rough patch. Mary invites him to dinner, leading to awkward family dynamics as Missy and George Sr. speculate on the state of his marriage. [S2E21] A Broken Heart and a Crock Monster

: While spending a day at work with Mary, Sheldon reviews the church ledger. He is dismayed to find it is not on a spreadsheet and begins auditing donation patterns. : Fans have noted a minor anachronism; the

: Sheldon identifies wealthy families who provide "meager" donations and begins calling them to pressure them for more funds. speculate on the state of his marriage

: Pastor Jeff reveals to Mary Cooper that his marriage is failing, stating that he and his wife no longer share a bed.

: When Sheldon's direct logic fails, Missy assists by using social pressure, suggesting that higher donations would increase their status at the next church pancake breakfast.

: Their combined efforts result in the highest donation total in church history. However, Sheldon is frustrated when Pastor Jeff credits "the grace of God" rather than the siblings' hard work. Production & Trivia