Amish Life

For 30 years, author Karen Anna Vogel has lived near the Amish, considered a "Trusted English Friend". She passes on inspirational experiences about the Amish culture in her novels, but readers want more. So, in this 31 Day ‘challenge’ Karen shares all she’s gleaned so far. Book Table of Contents Day 1 Faith Day 2 Commitment Day 3 Community spirit Day 4 Simple Life Day 5 Deep character and enduring values Day 6 Serenity Prayer Day 7 Downsize Day 8 Organized Bliss Day 9 Read Amish Books Day 10 Daddy Time Day 11 Garden Day 12 Gelassenheit Day 13 Volunteer Day 14 Small Business Day 15 ...

Delve into the captivating world of the Amish, an enigmatic community that beckons us to explore their unique way of life. With a deep-rooted focus on family and spirituality, their pursuit of simplicity and unwavering humility inspires a yearning for these enriching qualities in our own lives. While the majority of us may not embrace the Amish lifestyle entirely, there is much wisdom to be gained from their beliefs and practices, which can be integrated harmoniously into our modern existence. In the enlightening book, "Living the Amish Way," the author unveils seven fundamental Amish ...

Raised in a broken family and emotionally overlooked, Sherry Gore grew up without a solid foundation, a prisoner of her own poor choices, and at times without hope. A series of terrible mistakes left her feeling wrecked and alone and a sudden tragedy threw Sherry into an emotional tailspin too...

Simon can't stop thinking about the pretty Amish teacher at the local one-room school. But he's ignored the sparks between them because he's so shy. So Simon's little brother, Isaac, takes matters into his own hands. He's determined to give his brother the best Christmas present ever - a date with his favorite teacher. Amish novelist Byler brings her tender humor and skillful observation of family relationships to this holiday story.

Download for FREE with Kindle Unlimited Just when things can't seem to get any worse, they do. Nothing is working out the way Ellie hopes for, but maybe that's what she knew would happen anyway, as Simon could never seem to commit to anything. And now he's just proving her worst fears for true. Then her sister Elizabeth runs off after suffering something horrible, and it seems the whole community goes looking for her--including both Simon and Jacob, making things even more awkward amidst the panic that has gripped her family's hearts in the search for Ellie's sister. Has she just run off? ...

The Amish, one of America's most intriguingly private, unique, and often misunderstood religious communities, have survived for 300 years! How has that happened? While much has been written on the Amish, little has been revealed about their history. This book brings together in one volume a thorough history of the Amish people. From their beginnings in Europe through their settlement in North America, the Amish have struggled to maintain their beliefs and traditions in often hostile settings.

Barns are burning in Amish author Linda Byler's second book in the Lancaster Burning series, and no one knows who's doing it or why. Can Sarah Beiler end the terror that is pulling apart her community, even as her own heart is pulled between two young men? Sarah Beiler's barn was the first to burn, and it was quickly followed by two other barn fires.

The Amish community of Lancaster is being terrorized by barn fires. David and Malinda Beiler's barn was the first to go. The clues are sparse, but Levi, the Beilers' oldest son, happened to be awake in the middle of the night and spotted a white vehicle driving past the house with its lights off. Sarah, David and Malinda's daughter, observes her parents' agony. Not only is she afraid and wishing she could protect her parents, she's entranced by the flirtatious Matthew Stoltzfus.

After surviving human trafficking, Alexis gets a second chance at life. Will she use it to find love, or let guilt and fear hold her back? When she was held captive by a sex trafficking ring who kidnapped women--including Amish women--Alexis was forced to spy on the victims and report to her kidnappers or face horrific consequences. The Amish women she spied on forgave Alexis, and after they were all rescued by the Covert Police Detectives Unit, they even became good friends. Now that she is widowed, Alexis returns to the Amish community to raise her daughter and open a therapeutic equine ...

Survive, Thrive and Live Freely with Time-Tested Amish Skills Do you ever worry that you wouldn’t know how to take care of your family if modern conveniences suddenly disappeared? Have you felt the need to be more self-reliant, but don’t know where to start? Are you searching for simple, time tested skills that can give you peace of mind in uncertain times? Life today feels uncertain and costly, with rising food prices and fragile systems. Many fear disasters, others simply want freedom from commercial pressures. Amish survival skills offer simple ways to save money, live self-...

In a world where life often feels hurried and complex, the simplicity and wholesomeness of Amish cooking offer a refreshing return to tradition. Rooted in centuries-old customs, Amish recipes are a testament to the enduring values of community, family, and faith. These dishes, passed down through generations, are not just meals but a reflection of a way of life that prioritizes quality ingredients, mindful preparation, and the joy of sharing food with loved ones. Amish cuisine is characterized by its emphasis on hearty, home-cooked meals that nourish both body and soul. From freshly baked ...

In Shelley Shepard Gray’s fourth book in her Charmed Amish Life series, an unlikely Amish romance reveals that Christmas is a time for family, miracles—and love. Ever since his father died in a tragic fire, Levi Kinsinger has felt adrift. Newly returned to Charm, Ohio, Levi is trying to...

If home is where the heart is, where do you go if your heart is torn in two, between Amish and English loves? When Charity Bright intercepts a Christmas card, she is astonished to discover a long-hidden secret: she is not the sole surviving woman in her Old Order Amish family. Once, her father had a sister--a shunned aunt Charity never knew she had. Bright Christmas: an Amish love story follows Charity and her friend, Daniel Yoder, as they venture to New York City on a purposed Rumspringa, determined to bring Charity's Aunt Hope back to the family fold by Christmas Eve. Charity and Daniel ...

In the tranquil embrace of Plainfield, Amish Country, Leah Fisher Hostetler starts a beautiful new chapter of her life, stepping into the sacred role of Daniel's wife. A Season of Joy and Sorrow, the second book in The Plainfield Promises Amish Trilogy, invites you to immerse yourself in a world where faith is the bedrock, community is a lifeline, and love blossoms with quiet grace. From the first golden rays of dawn illuminating their cozy farmhouse to the peaceful rhythm of evening prayers, Leah and Daniel's early married life is a testament to God's abundant blessings, filled with the ...

One moment Ben Miller was high up in the rafters at his neighbor's barn raising. The next his foot slipped, and he plunged to his death, leaving behind a young wife and six children - the youngest born four months after his death. Ruth Miller is not alone. Her Amish neighbors help her to make the difficult transition from wife to widow. But while the community has been generous, raising six growing children, all grieving their father's death, is overwhelming.

Nicole Cutty and Megan McDonald are both high school seniors in the small town of Emerson Bay, North Carolina. When they disappear from a beach party one warm summer night, police launch a massive search. No clues are found, and hope is almost lost until Megan miraculously surfaces after escaping from a bunker deep in the woods. A year later the best-selling account of her ordeal has turned Megan from local hero to national celebrity.

One fateful starless night, 17-year-old Ira Wagler got up at 2 AM, left a scribbled note under his pillow, packed all of his earthly belongings into in a little black duffel bag, and walked away from his home in the Amish settlement of Bloomfield, Iowa. Now, in this heartwarming memoir, Ira paints a vivid portrait of Amish life - from his childhood days on the family farm, his Rumspringa rite of passage at age 16, to his ultimate decision to leave the Amish Church for good at age 26.

I never thought a piece of paper could hurt like a missing page from Grandmammi’s ledger. Ruth Ann Weaver bakes with the certainty of memory—Grandmammi Saloma’s molasses spice cake is a family treasure. When a vendor advertises “Traditional Amish” recipes and a butter‑stained card shows up in Eli Fisher’s yard, Ruth Ann must hold a broken heart and a community’s good name at once. Gentle, character-led, and heartfelt, The Maple Glen Bake-Off follows Ruth Ann from the warm hush of the Weaver bakehouse to the hum of the Harvest Market as she chooses grace over glory. With ...

For listeners who long for strong families that know how to truly enjoy life together, there is much to learn from the Amish. Values like community, forgiveness, simple living, obedience, and more can be your family legacy - without selling your car, changing your wardrobe, or moving out to farm country. In Amish Values for Your Family, bestselling author Suzanne Woods Fisher shows how you can adopt the wisdom of the Amish when it comes to family matters. In this inspiring and practical audio book listeners will find charming true stories interlaced with solid, biblical advice....

Abraham Schuster only wants one thing for Christmas: to fall in love. Unfortunately, he's just gone through an awful breakup and is still trying to pick up the pieces of his life. Is he willing to put himself out there again? Will he be able to find a woman in time to have a merry Christmas?