The Simplicity that is in Christ
One of the greatest dangers facing Christianity today is the same as it was 2,000 years ago. Paul wrote to the church at Corinth that he feared their minds were being corrupted from the simplicity…
History of the Amish (Part 9)
History of the Amish Series Part 1Part 2Part 3Part 4Part 5Part 6Part 7Part 8Part 9Part 10Part 11 The previous article showed how a new wave of Amish immigrants caused the Amish church to grow rapidly…
Harvard Law School defends Amish
Swartzentruber sect refuses flashing lights on buggies but won’t take the matter to court. For lawyers and students at Harvard, it’s a valid religious-freedom case. In bodycam footage from an April 2023 traffic stop in…
Sauk County Sheriff: Harassment of Amish led to Reedsburg football games canceled
SAUK COUNTY, WI – Nine juveniles from the Reedsburg area have been cited for disorderly conduct related to multiple reports of harassing behavior toward members of the Amish community. The investigation is related to theReedsburg…
Marilyn Esh
Before I left my community, my life as an Amish person was fulfilling in many ways. I had friends, family, and a pretty good education, but my focus was on salvation. However, I eventually left…
Lydia Flora
Before I left my community, my life felt trapped, hopeless, and pointless, even though I had no fear of physical or sexual abuse. I eventually left because I found the truth of God in John…
MAP Newsletter – August 2024
August 2024 IN THIS ISSUE: Sylvia’s Testimony Called to Germany The ABC Project An Encouraging Letter Sylvia’s Testimony Sylvia’s mother was intrigued by a book title in a catalog. Her reading led to her salvation.…
Sadie Miller
What brought me to New Beginnings was my sister; she wanted to come but wouldn’t without me. So, I thought, “Why not?” As I considered it more, I realized it would also benefit my future…
Linda Yoder
My life before I left my community was dark, monotonous, depressing, and sad. The rules made me feel like I couldn’t be myself 100%, and I wanted my own independence. Growing up, my view of…
Sylvia Miller
Before I left my community, my life was characterized by fear, confusion, and anxiety. This environment made it impossible for me to live out God’s love and will, as life there revolved around the fear…