A look at Amish culture begins in the Reformation era in 16th century Europe. It all started when several groups in the Catholic Church split due to their different religious beliefs, convictions and values. From this split came the Mennonites, also known as the Anabaptists. Unlike 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, authored the Dordrecht Mennonite Confession of Faith which describes the tenets of the Mennonite faith. A man named Jacob Amman became tired and impatient with the lack of support from the Dordrecht Mennonite faith and decided to split and create a new group known as the Amish. The Amish and Mennonites were severely punished and even executed in Europe and were therefore transferred to the United States, mainly to Pennsylvania. According to Brewer, “Many Amish today consider themselves cousins ​​of the Mennonites (Brewer and 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 established in the Dordrecht Mennonite Confession of Faith, but the Ordnung, a set of rules for daily life, is interpreted and established differently by each order. (Culture Vision). Rumspringa is a period in an Amish's youth during which they are allowed to "run around", usually between their late teens and early twenties, to test their faith. It is not supported by all Amish orders, but many participate to test the beliefs of young people. During this time, they are... middle of paper ...... and also time to practice their spiritual beliefs (praying and reading scriptures), so that they feel more comfortable with their overall health care experience. The Amish are unique in that their religion is a governing body. Their religion dictates every aspect, government, social gatherings, gender interactions and health care. It is important for a healthcare provider to contribute to the Amish experience at the hospital or clinic. Medical care is only effective to the extent that the patient adheres to the prescribed action. Natural and alternative approaches to medical care should be considered before prescribing modern medications. Education, either through research as an attending nurse or through questions asked of the patient or family, should be provided to ensure that the care provided allows the patient to control the care they receive in accordance with what his religion dictates..