Shunned By Their Amish Community | BBC Documentary

June 24, 2025 11273 Views

This gripping documentary tells the story of Ephraim and Amanda, an Amish couple who faced excommunication and shunning for daring to challenge their community’s strict traditions and embrace a deeper Christian faith. Follow their extraordinary personal journey as they navigate the bewildering complexities of the modern world, from adapting to new customs and technologies to providing for their family’s needs, including a child’s serious medical condition. The film also introduces Jesse and Elsie, another Amish couple grappling with the immense decision to leave, highlighting the emotional toll and family divisions ignited by this quest for freedom and personal conviction.

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