Amish Weddings

From Courtship to Celebration

Author: Beth Oberholtzer and Suzanne Woods Fisher

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The true story of Amish romance.

Enter into Amish courtship, weddings, and marriage in this richly researched and illustrated book about wedding traditions in a Plain community. Through stories, history, and evocative photographs, Amish Weddings offers an insider's look into the making of an Amish wedding. Author Beth Oberholtzer introduces real Amish couples in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, inviting readers into the broader courtship process as well as the inner workings of a daylong event like no other.

Personal stories from brides and grooms and a host of friends and family who contribute to the celebration provide a window into a one-of-a-kind gathering that honors the couple while enveloping them in their community of faith. In addition to photos from actual Amish weddings, menus and recipes enjoyed by generations of celebrants offer a front-row seat to a fascinating and unique ritual that is supported by a vast community.

Critic Reviews

"Are you curious about Amish courtship, weddings, and the early days of married life? Amish Weddings by Beth Oberholtzer provides a detailed and captivating look into these unique traditions from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, enriched with real-life testimonies. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Amish culture."--Joe Keim, author of My People, the Amish: The True Story of an Amish Father and Son
"Having attended many Amish weddings, I can attest that Beth Oberholtzer's Amish Weddings captures the essence of these beautiful and unique events perfectly. Her detailed research and respectful portrayal bring to life the authenticity and deep community spirit that define Amish celebrations. This book is an invaluable window into a world of love, tradition, and unwavering faith."--Susan Hougelman, owner and operator of Simple Life Tours and author of Inside the Simple Life: Finding Inspiration among the Amish
"Sensitive, revealing, and filled with the voices of real people, Amish Weddings is a fascinating exploration of these community and family celebrations. As she unpacks the customs and traditions around courtship, marriage, and singleness, Beth Oberholtzer explains not only Amish weddings but a great deal about Amish culture more broadly. The outstanding photos add another dimension to this important book."--Steven M. Nolt, director of the Young Center for Anabaptist and Pietists Studies at Elizabethtown College
"Whether you've been intrigued with the Amish for a lifetime or are just curious, you'll be sure to enjoy Amish Weddings. Prepare yourself to be surprised and intrigued as future couples embark on their first date, then their marital ceremony, followed by a joyous party including a sumptuous, mouthwatering meal. Author Beth Oberholtzer has done thorough research and writes in an entertaining fashion that kept me enthralled. Lovely illustrations, too!"--Kate Lloyd, bestselling author of the Legacy of Lancaster Trilogy, the Lancaster Discoveries series, A Lancaster Family Christmas, and A Lancaster Family Secret

About the Author

Beth Oberholtzer is a book designer and author from Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Her previous books include Amish Gardens of Lancaster County, Working Horses of Lancaster County, Plain Meetinghouses, and more.