A look at Amish culture begins during the Reformation period in 16th century Europe. It all began when different groups of the Catholic Church separated due to their different religious beliefs, convictions and values. From this split the Mennonites, also called Anabaptists, were formed. In contrast to Catholicism, Anabaptists believed that followers should only be baptized if they choose to continue following the Christian faith into adulthood. In 1623, the founder of the Mennonites, Menno Simmons, wrote the Dordrecht Mennonite Confession of Faith which outlined the tenets of the Mennonite faith. A man named Jacob Amman grew tired and impatient with the lack of support from the Dordrecht Mennonite Confession of Faith and decided to separate and create a new group known as the Amish. The Amish and Mennonites were severely punished and even executed in Europe and then relocated to the United States, mainly to Pennsylvania. According to Brewer, “Many Amish today consider themselves cousins ​​of the Mennonites (Brewer & Bonalumi, 1995). There are five main orders (and many subgroups of each): Old Order, New Order, Schwartzentruber, Andy Weaver, and Beachy. Each group follows the guidelines set forth in the Dordrecht Mennonite Confession of Faith, however the Ordnung, a set of rules for daily life, is interpreted and established differently by each order. (Culture Vision).Rumspringa is a time in an Amish person's youth where they are allowed to "run around", usually in their late teens to early twenties to test their faith. It is not supported by all Amish orders, but many participate as a test of the youth's beliefs. During this time, they have… middle of the paper… and also time to practice their spiritual beliefs (pray and read scripture), so they can feel more comfortable with their overall healthcare experience. The Amish are unique in that their religion is a governing body. Their religion dictates everything from government, social gatherings, gender interaction, and healthcare. It is important for a healthcare provider to contribute to the Amish experience in the hospital or clinic. Medical care is only as effective as the patient adheres to the prescribed action. Natural and alternative approaches to medical treatment should be considered before prescribing modern medications. Training should be done through research as a caring nurse or by asking questions of the patient or family to ensure that the care provided allows the patient to control the care received in accordance with how his or her religion dictates.