In a small French village, a young priest arrives with the hope of bringing peace and faith to his community. Soon, he faces the reality of an environment marked by hypocrisy and resistance to change. His dedication and sincerity are challenged by the tensions among the inhabitants, who carry their own secrets and resentments. The priest's life becomes a diary of internal struggles and external conflicts as he observes how faith can be both a refuge and a weapon.
As he integrates into village life, he falls in love with his mission, but also feels overwhelmed by the suffering and disillusionment he encounters among his parishioners. From the young mother with a troubled past to the arrogant local nobleman who spurns all forms of religion, each person presents him with unique challenges. Through his encounters, the priest learns about human complexity, the struggle between faith and doubt, and the loneliness that often accompanies those who seek to do good.
As his health begins to deteriorate, he becomes an allegory for the struggle of his own spirituality. The film is a poignant portrait of the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity, highlighting the beauty of the quest for connection and redemption in a complicated world.