Farming has long been a staple of the Amish culture, but with less families farming, does it signal the sun setting on Amish agriculture?

In Amish society, the church and community leaders play a significant role in maintaining order and guiding the community into strong affiliations, church districts and settlements.

At Ashery Country Store Bulk Foods a smile, a kind word and a conversation are all part of the shopping experience.

This past Sunday we attended an Amish Church service to celebrate my husband’s brother and girlfriend getting baptized. They had asked us to attend the service.

The Amish value their Amish culture & community spirit. Part of that is rooted in the fact that the church districts are laid out geographically.

Amish clothing styles encourage humility and separation from the world and are a practical expression of their faith. The Amish fashion styles are simple and meant to be functional.