S5E12
Boyce Don't Cry
Canceled
First aired 20/Jun/2012
United States
English
5 season(s)
54 episode(s)
R&B superstar-turned-minister Reverend Boyce "The Voice" Ballentine was living the high life in Las Vegas at the top of the music charts when he gets the calling to go from soul singer to soul saver. Relocating to St. Louis with his wife, Lolli and his daughter, Lyric to take over the preaching duties in his father's church, his family is not exactly eager to give up the fabulous superstar life for a humble one.
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Seasons & Episodes
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Season 5 · Season 5
Season Overview
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S5E11
Numb and Number
Summary
Boyce seeks an endorsement from Dr. Zagelman, but needs to get him to withdraw from the race to do so. Barton helps Stamps make a big decision and Alicia and Lolli realize Boyce has a chance to win.
S5E10
White Trash
Summary
Boyce tries to end the garbage strike, Alicia makes a surprising offer for Stamps, and Barton stretches himself too thin.
S5E9
No Bingo, No Peace
Summary
Mayor Saxby interferes with the Ballentines' lives as he takes away Barton's Bingo permit.
S5E8
This Mud's For You
Summary
Mayor Saxby undercuts Boyce during a debate and Boyce wonders if he should do the same to him. Lolli briefly befriends the mayor's wife.
S5E7
Sex, Lies, and Video Store
Summary
Old neighbors crash a family evening that celebrates Boyce's first campaign commercial. Also: the family find out about the relationship between Stamps and Alicia.
S5E6
Soul Train
Summary
Lolli gets kicked off a wine train and makes Boyce have her back while Stamps helps Alicia cope with campaign stress.
S5E5
Southern Discomfort
Summary
Alicia sets up a donor for Boyce and Lolli to help their fundraising efforts, but problems arise when Boyce spots a Confederate flag in the donor's house. Also: Stamps tries to prove his silver tongue can be an asset.
S5E4
Leader of the PAC
Summary
Lolli and Stamps leave out Alicia when they create a Super PAC to fund Boyce's campaign, but she must bail them out following a poorly planned casino event.
S5E3
Hangin' with Mr. Cupper
Summary
Alicia reveals campaign damaging skeletons in the closet; Boyce must decide whether to fire a member of his church staff. Lolli tracks down leaked photos of her.
S5E2
Boyce's Choices
Summary
To avoid being part of the political machine, Boyce allows his family to run his campaign but must fire them and hire a professional following a series of failed events.
S5E1
Rev. Run
Summary
After uncovering larger issues within city government, Boyce enters the mayoral race. Lolli worries that glasses will ruin her relationship.
Season 4 · Season 4
Season Overview
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S4E12
Busting Boyce
Summary
The church plans a big party for Boyce's anniversary as pastor, but the parishioners turn on him when he seems ungrateful.
S4E11
Roar!
Summary
Stamps gets sucked into a self-help philosophy; Lolli tries to get her salon on St. Louis Weekly's hot list; Barton refuses to go to the dentist.
S4E10
Mo' Momma, Mo' Problems
Summary
Boyce tries to stay out of the way when Lolli's mother comes to visit; Stamps wants to impress Kim and make her regret breaking up with him.
S4E9
Who Let the Dog In?
Summary
Nikki brings a dog to the office without permission, but Boyce thinks she's undermining his authority. Meanwhile, Barton's regular barbershop closes, so he starts hanging out at Lolli's salon; and Stamps gets a rude awakening at his new job.
S4E8
Wife of a Preacherman
Summary
An inexperienced Lolli must deliver a last-minute sermon in Boyce and Barton's absence. When the congregation responds positively, Lolli gets the preaching bug.
S4E7
Be My Ballentine
Summary
When Nikki wears out her welcome, Boyce and Lolli decide to play matchmaker.
S4E6
Tell It Like It Isn't
Summary
Gooch is unhappy that Boyce is using stories about his life in sermons; Lolli receives a bad Yelp review.
S4E5
Home Boyce
Summary
Boyce learns that Nikki and her friends are taking a weekend trip without inviting Lolli; Stamps is excited to spend time with his brother.
S4E4
Voice Over
Summary
Lolli encourages Boyce to sell memorabilia on eBay, and it makes Boyce nostalgic; Barton volunteers at a homeless shelter; Stamps tries to avoid paying taxes.
S4E3
Shopping While Black
Summary
When Lolli is wrongfully accused of shoplifting, Boyce convinces the community to protest; Stamps asks for help from Lester.
S4E2
No Weddings and Ten Funerals
Summary
When Boyce feels like his congregation is dying off, Lolli and Nikki convince him to visit a church with a younger crowd; Stamps gets involved with a woman.
S4E1
Oh Snow You Didn't
Summary
A blizzard traps Boyce and Lolli in the house with Stamps, Barton and Beyonce's cousin Nikki; supplies dwindle and tempers flare.
Season 3 · Season 3
Season Overview
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S3E8
Moving On Up
Summary
In an effort to move into a new phase of their lives, Boyce and Lolli decide to sell their house and move into a luxury condo. After kicking their family out of the condo, they both question whether they did the right thing.
S3E7
My Sweet Lord
Summary
Boyce decides to cancels the annual bake sale after taking on a healthier lifestyle.
S3E6
Daddy Issues
Summary
Boyce and Stamps go with Barton on a road trip. Lolli offers Kim some child-rearing advice. Kim thinks that she could be pregnant.
S3E5
Back in the Day
Summary
Stamps and Kim fall out. Boyce and Lolli remember the early days of their relationship.
S3E4
Oh My Goddy
Summary
Boyce finds out he has a award nomination. Lolli tries to distract him with her sex appeal.
S3E3
Brother, Can You Spare a Kidney?
Summary
Boyce and Lolli's old neighbors from Vegas return in need of a big favor. Kim and Stamps deal with their new living situation.
S3E2
Obama Drama
Summary
Lyric's new boyfriend threatens to ruin Boyce and Lolli's night with the Obamas.
S3E1
All the Way Live
Summary
In the third-season premiere, Boyce puts on a concert as a benefit for the church's summer camp after he learns that it might be shutting down.Source: TVland
Season 2 · Season 2
Season Overview
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S2E10
Revelations
Summary
Boyce slips back into his old habits when he returns to the studio to record a new song. Lolli and Barton step in to keep things running smoothly at the church. Stamps and Kim are conflicted about revealing their relationship.
S2E9
Music and Lyric
Summary
Boyce and Lolli question their parenting skills when Lyric samples one of Boyces songs with surprising results. They agree to manage her new music career as a way of controlling her. Stamps and Kim's relationship heats up.
S2E8
Boyce in the Hood
Summary
Boyce's good intentions yield mixed results when he hires three former gang members as assistants. Stamps asks Boyce for help with his new business venture. Lolli is annoyed when Boyce refers to her career as a hobby.
S2E7
Save the Last Dance for Me
Summary
When Boyce and Stamps discover Barton has a secret crush, they take it upon themselves to get their dad out of thehouse and back on the dance floor.
S2E6
Bride and Prejudice
Summary
A lesbian couple comes to Boyce to perform a wedding ceremony, causing a moral challenge between Boyce and the church elders. Boyce also examines his relationship with Lolli when he sees the couple have some familiar problems.
S2E5
The Punching Preacher
Summary
After Boyce resorts to violence when defending Lolli's honor, his ego is tested when a video of the incident goes viral. Boyce's tough-guy attitude eventually finds its match.
S2E4
Love Thy Neighbor
Summary
Boyce and Lolli begin to miss their old Vegas days, especially when their neighbors leave them off the invite list to a wild party. So Boyce and Lolli throw a party of their own, but get more than they bargained for.
S2E3
Daddy and Mommy Dearest
Summary
Boyce and Lolli's old friends Paul and Robyn come to visit, bringing along their brand new foster child. When Boyce and Lolli see their parenting skills in action, it's up to them to save the kid.
S2E2
My Brother's Keeper
Summary
As Boyce and Lolli begin to enjoy the perks of their newly empty nest, a fed up Barton decides it's time for Stamps to move out of his house... and into Boyce and Lolli's.
S2E1
Get Thee Behind Me
Summary
When a new church policy calls for Boyce to undergo a physical, he's extremely confident he's in great shape until the doctor reveals one of his test results could be serious. Meanwhile, Lolli's sister, Kim, moves to town.
Season 1 · Season 1
Season Overview
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S1E12
Momma's Home
Summary
In the first-season finale, a storm causes a blackout that coincides with the arrival of Barton's estranged wife, and Boyce tries to play peacemaker between her and his father.
S1E11
To Leave or Not to Leave
Summary
Barton makes plans to move to Florida after visiting his brother. Meanwhile, the Ballentines prepare for a big storm—and Barton's estranged wife—headed straight for St. Louis.
S1E10
Loving Las Vegas
Summary
A family trip to Las Vegas for rest and relaxation turns into anything but when Barton is tempted by sin, Lolli clashes with the church ladies, and Stamps steals Boyce's spot in a round of celebrity golf.
S1E9
How to Be a Church Lady
Summary
Gossip about a church member's wife inadvertently reaches its subject; Barton changes his mind about Stamps' girlfriend when he realizes she cooks a fantastic breakfast.
S1E8
J.C. Carpenter's Gospel Show
Summary
A former backup singer of Boyce's who also became a preacher—but at a much bigger church—decides to give up the spotlight and wants Boyce to break the news to his congregation. Meanwhile, Barton asks Lolli for romantic advice.
S1E7
The God-Fathers
Summary
The punch gets spiked at Lolli's gathering for female parishioners. Boyce's church is under scrutiny by a clerical organisation.
S1E6
Preacher's Block
Summary
When Boyce gets preacher's block, Lolli invites his old writing partner to help; Barton and Stamps lock themselves in Boyce's office while installing a new alarm system.
S1E5
My Old Flame
Summary
Attending a funeral prompts Barton to announce his own last will and testament; Boyce is visited by his hot ex-girlfriend who is looking for more than just counseling.
S1E4
I Wanna Spend Time Witchoo
Summary
Boyce is excited to spend his birthday with Lolli; former neighbors interfere with the surprise party Lolli and the family have planned.
S1E3
The Ballentine Hands
Summary
The church choir director convinces Boyce to hire outside singers to rig their competition. Boyce struggles with the decision. Lolli hires Stamps as a hair washer at her salon but discovers that he's doing more than shampooing.
S1E2
Pastor Interference
Summary
Barton is spending all his time at Boyces house, so Boyce hires him as a senior advisor at the church, but quickly regrets the offer. Lolli thinks Barton needs a woman, and Lyric practices driving with Stamps.
S1E1
Lost in the Move
Summary
Only being in the ministry for a few weeks, Reverend Boyce Ballantine deals with the ups and downs of his church and family life. Boyce helps his wife Lolli get more customers for her salon. Boyce's daughter Lyric wants to have her sweet sixteen filmed for television.
Cast
Main cast members.
Cedric the Entertainer
Reverend Boyce 'The Voice' Ballentine
Niecy Nash
Lolli Ballentine
Wesley Jonathan
Stamps Ballentine
Jazz Raycole
Lyric Ballentine
John Beasley
Barton Ballentine
Kelvin Brown
High Top
Kendall Clement
Deacon
Iona Morris
Rosetta
Angel Parker
Brenna
Charles Robinson
Ike
Kelly Schumann
Nurse Beth
Gary Anthony Sturgis
Parishioner
Lance Barber
Mr. Richardson
Eileen O'Connell
Mrs. Richardson
Elayn J. Taylor
Veronica
Kellee Stewart
Kim
Gary Anthony Williams
Lester
Kim Coles
Wanda
Crew
Creators, directors, writers, and production crew.
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