Living by the book
The Western District of Brotherhood
The “Dunkers” prepare for their annual church conference on Thursday south of Lawrence.
Old German Baptist Brethren Church Conference
Thousands of Old German Baptist Brethren gather south of Lawrence for an annual church conference.
Old German Baptist Brethren begin the process of raising one of two main tents on the Beeghley farm south of Lawrence in preparation for a church conference on Thursday, May 8, 2008. The conference is expected to attract around 5,000 brethren this weekend.
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beawolf (anonymous) says…
It's no more a costume than the jeans and t-shirts most of "us" wear and definitely similar to the business suits seen on white collar workers.
StillLearning (anonymous) says…
I have grown up in a German Baptist home, although I have not yet joined the church. As for the dress, I would say it is far from a "holier than thou" look. These people are truly trying to strive for a literal interpretation of the Bible. Modesty, simplicity, and nonconformity to the world are of utmost importance. If you are willing to make a true change in your life, then you certainly could last there.
tangential_reasoners_anonymous (anonymous) says…
What? More fur-bearing Christians?