Old Order Mennonites are a branch of the Mennonite church. Although the term strictly refers to one particular group, it is often used to refer to those groups of Mennonites who practice a lifestyle without some elements of modern technology. The Mennonites are a group of Christian Anabaptist (Re-baptizers) denominations named after and influenced by the teachings and tradition of Menno Simons (1496-1561). ... A church building (or simply church) is a building used in Christian worship. ... The Mennonites are a group of Christian Anabaptist denominations based on the teachings and tradition of Menno Simons. ... Wikimedia Commons has media related to: Technology By the mid 20th century humans had achieved a level of technological mastery sufficient to leave the surface of the planet for the first time and explore space. ...

Old Order Mennonites are similar to Old Order Amish, both in practice and theology. They have distinctive forms of dress, frequently drive horse buggies, and may not have electricity. The Mennonites are a group of Christian Anabaptist denominations based on the teachings and tradition of Menno Simons. ... The Old Order Amish Churches are a North American religious body descended from the Anabaptist Mennonite followers of Jacob Amman. ... Theology is reasoned discourse concerning God (Greek θεος, theos, God, + λογος, logos, word or reason). It can also refer to the study of other religious topics. ... Lightning strikes during a night-time thunderstorm. ...

The avoidance of technologies by Old Order Mennonites and Old Order Amish is based not on a belief that the technology is in some way evil, but over a concern for the nature of their communities. Community is important to a Mennonite, and a technology or practice is rejected if it would adversely affect it. This means that the prohibitions are not usually absolute; a Mennonite who would not dream of owning a car may therefore use a car or other modern transport if a pressing need arises. This basis also means that a Mennonite sees no contradiction in having electricity in their milking barn, since that is necessary to comply with regulations on milk cooling, but not in their house. The Mennonites are a group of Christian Anabaptist denominations based on the teachings and tradition of Menno Simons. ... The Old Order Amish Churches are a North American religious body descended from the Anabaptist Mennonite followers of Jacob Amman. ... Evil is a term describing that which is regarded as morally bad, intrinsically corrupt, wantonly destructive, inhumane, or wicked. ... The Mennonites are a group of Christian Anabaptist (Re-baptizers) denominations named after and influenced by the teachings and tradition of Menno Simons (1496-1561). ... The Mennonites are a group of Christian Anabaptist (Re-baptizers) denominations named after and influenced by the teachings and tradition of Menno Simons (1496-1561). ... The Mennonites are a group of Christian Anabaptist (Re-baptizers) denominations named after and influenced by the teachings and tradition of Menno Simons (1496-1561). ... Lightning strikes during a night-time thunderstorm. ... A glass of cows milk Milk most often means the nutrient fluid produced by the mammary glands of female mammals. ...

Other aspects of Old Order Mennonite life are concerned with 'plainness'. The concept of plainness dictates the distinctive dress of the Mennonite. 'Plain' to a Mennonite is the opposite of 'showy' or 'ostentatious', and a virtue. It is based on the belief that a person's true worth does not lie in their clothes or appearance. It is this aspect of their beliefs that regulates the dress style, giving Mennonites their distinctive look with straw hats or bonnets, and plain dresses or pants. Some groups that allow ownership of cars require that they be black with no chrome or other decoration. The Mennonites are a group of Christian Anabaptist (Re-baptizers) denominations named after and influenced by the teachings and tradition of Menno Simons (1496-1561). ... The Mennonites are a group of Christian Anabaptist (Re-baptizers) denominations named after and influenced by the teachings and tradition of Menno Simons (1496-1561). ... The Mennonites are a group of Christian Anabaptist (Re-baptizers) denominations named after and influenced by the teachings and tradition of Menno Simons (1496-1561). ...

Old Order Mennonites refuse to accept social security, unemployment benefits or state old age pension benefits. They also refuse to take out insurance. Instead the community will support any member who is sick, disadvantaged, old, or who suffers an accident. Old Order Mennonites in Ontario have negotiated with the government in order to be exempt from paying contributions to many social funds which they will not collect on, and also from other dues that they will not benefit from.

Unlike Old Order Amish, Old Order Mennonites have meeting houses where they meet for worship, typically of very simple design and lacking adornment. The Old Order Amish Churches are a North American religious body descended from the Anabaptist Mennonite followers of Jacob Amman. ...

Old Order Mennonites can be found in many parts of the United States and Canada. There are large numbers in Wellington County, Ontario, but are also found in other parts of Southern Ontario. Wellington County (population 75,574) is a county located in Ontario, Canada. ... Southern Ontario is the portion of the Canadian province of Ontario which lies south of the French River and Algonquin Park. ...

Other groups similar to the Old Order Mennonites include the David Martin Mennonites. David Martin Mennonites are group of conservative Mennonites who live in Wellington County, Ontario. ...

External links

• Mennonite Visitors centre in St. Jacob's, Ontario