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Mission to Amish People

Mission to Amish People

Mission to Amish People was founded in 2000 with the purpose of evangelizing and discipling Amish and Former Amish as well as assisting those that leave the Amish by providing education, housing, and basic life skill training.

Step Out of the Boat Conference
March 18–21, 2026 Greenwich, Ohio Hosted by Joe Keim
Conference Announcement Step Out in Faith

The Step Out of the Boat Conference

Joe Keim, founder of Mission to Amish People, invites you to the 2026 Step Out of the Boat Conference, happening March 18–21 in Greenwich, Ohio.

20+ Speakers

Powerful testimonies that will challenge and encourage your walk with God.

Worship + Prayer

Come ready for worship, prayer, and spiritual renewal alongside others.

Family Friendly

Children’s program and nursery care included—bring the whole family.

Learn More Mark your calendar and come ready to step out in faith.
Mission to Amish People
30
Years

Former Amish Reunion

Saturday, July 18, 2026
Round up your former Amish friends and family and join us for a wonderful day of food, fellowship, fun, laughter, and reconnecting with old friends. Bring your favorite hot dish, a cold dish to share, and enjoy a meaningful time together.

Location

Faith Harvest Fellowship
9464 Lincoln Way East
Orrville, OH 44667

Schedule

Arrive at 10:00 AM
Meal at 1:00 PM

Bring Along

Family-sized hot dish
Cold dish to share
Indoor or outdoor games

White Elephant Auction

Bring a wrapped item (new or gently used), mark the appropriate age group, and let the bidding begin. You never know what treasure—or surprise—might be hidden inside!

Volunteers Needed: Ada is looking for someone to assist with reunion planning and day-of preparation. If you're able to help, please call (330) 601-2961.
New Beginnings Homestead A safe place to land

Providing a Homestead for Young Women Leaving Amish Culture

New Beginnings Homestead

We have been called as a ministry to provide a Homestead for the young, vulnerable women that leave the Amish culture.

We want to give them a place they can land, feel safe, and get the help they need to succeed on their own.

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Safe Landing

A welcoming home where they can breathe, regroup, and begin again.

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Steady Support

Guidance, resources, and encouragement to help them navigate a new world.

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A Path Forward

Practical help to build confidence and move toward independent living.

Online Learning
Growing in Christ Academy

Study to show thyself approved unto God...

2 Timothy 2:15

Growing in Christ Academy

Biblical foundation

Students gain a foundational understanding of the Christian faith and how to live it out and teach others.

Flexible online courses

Learn who God is and how to apply biblical principles to daily life through flexible online study.

Weekly group discussion

Grow together through weekly discussion meetings that encourage accountability and insight.

Ready to grow deeper in Christ?
Explore the Academy →
Amish in the News

What’s being said — and why it matters

A quick look at recent stories featuring Amish communities, culture, and current events.

Our Missionaries

Joe and Esther Keim
Greenwich, Ohio

Samuel and Polly Girod
Bennington, Indiana