Leaving the Amish Life Behind
July 25, 2003
Apple Creek, Ohio, USA - (voa) - The choice between living the rustic Amish lifestyle, or joining the fast-paced, convenient modern world, has always been an option for Amish teens. Many continue to embrace the security of their strict communities, where a horse and buggy is the mode of transportation, an 8th grade education is the norm, and a simple life is the road to salvation. But, as we hear from Kevin Niedermier, there are still young Amish who look for more in their lives, and choose the challenges of the outside world.
Matthew Gingrich enjoys the simple pleasure of playing a guitar, something frowned upon in Amish communities. It is one of the reasons the 19-year- old left Amish life behind. He is part of a group of young former Amish in north-central Ohio who get together Friday nights to go bowling or skating. Tonight, they are just hanging out at Matthew's apartment, sharing their strong religious beliefs, providing each other with support.
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