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There are dozens of plain sects that get lumped together by the English speaking world as "Amish", and each congregation may have its own Ordnung to prescribe their customs. However, the majority of these congregations, including those who call themselves "Old Order Amish" have no churches. The community gathers ay various members' homes.
Typically, it's an all-day affair, held primarily in Amish, using German-language bibles originally printed before the colonies revolted.
Typically, they have a cart loaded with folding wooden chairs, which arrives a day or two in advance.
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Can a non-Amish person go to a Amish church?
Yes, non-Amish can go to Amish church. They will probably ignore you though.
What is the core element in the Amish church?
Family is the core element in the Amish Church.
When was Weavertown Amish Mennonite Church created?
Weavertown Amish Mennonite Church was created in 1909.
Do the Amish have television?
No! If an Amish couple would get a television they would definitely be shunned. Amish youth that have not joined the church would be allowed to get one though.
Today you were at a Mud Sale and you saw Amish people with brand name sneakers and non-traditional looking clothes like sweatshirts over their clothing. Where do they get their street clothes from?
When Amish children are 16 years old they are free to dress and do what the want. That is why you see some Amish youth walking around in brand name clothes. When they are 18 they are free to get a drivers licenses and drive a car. They have a choice of leaving the Amish culture or joining the church. Must Amish youth join the church and get married. When they join the church they must give up all cars and modern technology and brand name clothes and dress like other Amish.
What are some of the Amish people?
there are two different types church and house house amish are strict and like to do everything old-fashion church amish are modern and have electronical devices
Do the Amish have any sacred places?
The main sacred place for the Amish is in their homes, where church service is held.
Is the quakes and the Amish the same?
No. The Society of Friends (Quakers) area peace church, same as the Amish, but they don't emphasize Romans 12:2 as the Amish do.
What does a Amish church service involve?
The same as most church services except in Pennsylvania Dutch.
Why don't the Amish worship in a church building?
The Amish don't worship in a church building because they don't believe they have to. They believe that God can be worshipped anywhere and consider part of worship, their daily lives.
What is the Amish Bible?
The sacred text that the Amish use is the Bible. Those of the Amish faith are Christian. The Amish also have a set of rules governing how they should live their lives, this set of rules is called the Ordnung.
How do you turn Amish?
In order to turn Amish you will have to join an Amish church. Then you will have to give up all you worldly possessions such as radios, cars, ipods, and TVs. The process will be a long and tough one since some Amish are very cautious about outsiders.
