Lizzie, who has a twin sister and comes from a family of 18 kids headed by a single mom, felt that even though her family remains in the covenant, she knew the Amish lifestyle was not for her.

The Amish are a unique community known for their simple, traditional way of life, strong religious beliefs, and distinct cultural practices. Amish women play vital roles within their communities, ...

The Amish Farm and House in Lancaster, PA, offers an educational glimpse culture and customs for visitors interested in ...

Rosanna S. King, 23, died at her home in rural Lancaster County, 18 years after she was severely wounded in the shooting at ...

While forgiveness is a key tenet of Amish culture, so is purity among women. Girls and women who experience sexual abuse are often blamed for enticing the abusers, she said, making them reluctant ...

A family member hosts Sunday church services filled with reflection, singing and good food like pumpkin cheesecake bars.

Supper and singing nights are always a highlight for me. I can’t say it’s always been like that. When I had a handful of real ...

The most prolific collectors of 3D folk art by Abner and Aaron Zook are about to begin selling off their pictures, beginning ...

Rosanna King was 6 years old when a gunman burst into her schoolhouse, tied her up and shot her in the head. She died this ...

An Amish woman who was 6 when she was shot by a gunman who killed five other students in a schoolhouse, was severely injured in the shooting 18 years ago and died this week.

Abigail is a sweet, lovable little girl and has brought a lot of joy to our life these past eight years ... Chill overnight. Lovina’s Amish Kitchen is written by Lovina Eicher, Old Order Amish writer, ...