What can Mennonite not do?

Today these groups are among the most conservative of all Swiss Mennonites outside the Amish. They stress strict separation from "the world", adhere to "strict withdrawal from and shunning of apostate and separated members", forbid and limit cars and technology and wear plain clothing.


What are Mennonites allowed to have?

Unlike the Amish, Mennonites are not prohibited from using motorized vehicles. In addition, Mennonites are also allowed to use electricity and telephones in their homes. When it comes to their beliefs, the Amish and Mennonite faiths are very similar. The differences lie mainly in the outward practice of those beliefs.

Can Mennonites watch TV?

All Old Order Mennonites reject certain technologies (e.g., radio, television, Internet), but the extent of this rejection depends on the individual group. Old Order groups generally place great emphasis on a disciplined community instead of the individual's personal faith beliefs.


Can Mennonite use electricity?

Unlike the Amish, Mennonites can use motorized vehicles as well as electricity and telephones in their homes. Mind you, there is much more to the history and beliefs of the Mennonite and Amish than a couple of sentences and there are also exceptions to every rule.

What do Mennonites believe differently?

with a focus on Respect, peace and service. Mennonites believe, with their Christian brothers and sisters, in the great affirmations of faith: God becoming human, the lordship of Christ, the power of the Gospel, the work of the Holy Spirit and the authority of the scriptures.


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Can Mennonites drink?

As the Evangelical movement grew, strict temperance became the dominant view, especially among Mennonites and Brethren. Today, opposition has relaxed and it is not uncommon to find beer or wine at family picnics.

Why do Mennonites cover their hair?

The Mennonites found what they were looking for in the Bible, in 1 Corinthians 11: 1-16, which states, among other things, that “… every woman praying or prophesying with her head unveiled dishonoreth her head”. The caps also symbolized a woman's submission to her husband, as head of the household.

Can Mennonites have cell phones?

Their more progressive attitudes toward technology led to tensions and a split from the Old Order Mennonites. Today, they cautiously use cell phones and computers, but not televisions or radios.


Can Mennonite drive cars?

Transportation. Almost all Amish use horse-drawn buggies. There are, however, car-driving, English-speaking so-called Amish-Mennonites, also known as Beachy Amish (after early leader Moses Beach). Some Mennonites also depend on horses for transportation, but most drive cars.

Can Mennonites have normal jobs?

In the Mennonite Church USA and Mennonite Church Canada, most people work at the full spectrum of legal and honorable jobs available in society. A few are still farmers; many are in computer related fields, professors, physicians, secretaries, nurses, etc.

What time do Mennonites go to bed?

Early to Bed

When it rains, you can find them inside playing a board game – such as Scrabble – reading, or writing. Since morning comes early, most Amish families are in bed by 8:30 – 9:00 pm.


Can Mennonites have toys?

They attend schools operated by the Amish and/or conservative groups. They are not allowed to go to high school or to college. Old Order children interact with parents, grandparents, brothers, and sisters as they do chores that have been assigned to them. Old Order children have toys – some bought, some homemade.

Do Mennonites have a dress code?

The women of the Holdeman Mennonite community in California wear a cape-dress that has a high neckline, loose bodice and fitted waist. The cape of the dress covers the shoulders and bust. Because of religious reasons, no (or only minor) adornment of the dress is allowed.

Can Mennonites accept gifts?

An example of an appropriate gift may be a donation to the Employee Assistance Fund, flowers for the workgroup, or a box of candy to be shared by staff. 5. Gifts from vendors are the property of Mennonite Village. Employees may use small advertising gifts by vendors, such as calendars and pens.


Can Mennonites receive blood?

There's nothing in the Amish understanding of the Bible that forbids them from using modern medical services, including surgery, anesthesia, hospitalization, dental work, blood transfusions and immunization.”

What do Mennonites wear swimming?

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“People might wear a suit and some people might wear shorts and tops or whatever,” she said. “There's quite a bit of variety.” Also, Nolt said, young children are able to wear more modern swimwear, as they are not yet official members of the church.

Can a Mennonite fly?

The vast majority do not permit this form of travel. However a small minority (mainly the New Order Amish churches) do allow air travel.


Can a Mennonite divorce?

Divorce has not permitted among the Anabaptists and Mennonites from the earliest times to the mid-20th century except for the cause of adultery, in accordance with the Biblical standard as found in Matthew 19:9, although separation (either legal or privately arranged) was generally allowed.

Do Mennonites put up Christmas trees?

The Mennonites, similarly to the Amish, do not celebrate Christmas with decorated trees or Santa Claus, and lights and presents are uncommon. The difference between how the Mennonites and the Amish celebrate Christmas is that the Mennonites emphasize values such as simplicity and modesty.

Can Mennonites listen to music?

Mennonites listen to and participate in making music in many different styles. However, the Mennonite church is best known for its four-part a cappella singing. Mennonites participate in the same leisure time activities as other North Americans.


Can a Mennonite date a non Mennonite?

Historically, Mennonites were forbidden to marry non-Mennonites and, in some cases, members of other Mennonite groups. Presently, only the more conservative ones proscribe marriage outside the group.

Do Mennonites use banks?

They don't use credit cards, instead paying for everything with cash or check. About the only time the Amish use credit is when they buy a farm. Such a large purchase requires bargaining, and means working with a banker. There are no Amish bankers, no Amish-owned banks, so they turn to local banks for help.

What do Mennonites do when someone dies?

There are no specific death or burial rituals that Mennonites follow, but many try to practice simplicity in style and cost even with funeral practices. Memorial services after a burial or cremation are common.


Why do Mennonites wash each others feet?

Congregations are encouraged to practice foot washing when it is a meaningful symbol of service and love for each other. “Washing the feet of the saints” (1 Tim. 5:10) is one way of representing Christ to each other in acts of hospitality, service, and love.

Why do Mennonites not use cars?

Amish use these various ways of travel in large part because they reject owning automobiles. As we discuss in the section on technology, they do this in order to preserve their close-knit communities, as the automobile is a technology that can weaken communal ties, in their view.