Amish roots – Saloma Furlong

Building a Cultural Bridge in Lancaster

By Saloma Furlong | December 30, 2023 |

Several weeks ago, I started a part-time volunteer job at Safe Communities. I wrote about the restorative experience here on this blog of being a participant at the retreat led by Linda Crockett and Mark Harris in the spring. I was already in awe of Linda and her leadership skills, and at the retreat I…

‘Among’ the Amish but not ‘of’ Them

By Saloma Furlong | August 22, 2016 |

I apologize to those who do not understand my experience, unless you have walked in “our shoes” it probably does not make much sense. I love being “home” ! ~ Delmar Martin First I want to thank everyone for contributing to the lively discussion about the decision David and I are facing of where to…

Amish Church Singing

By Saloma Furlong | April 23, 2014 |

I am often asked at book talks what aspects of Amish life I miss. One of the first things I say is "the community." I describe how the Amish come together in times of need, women getting together for quiltings, people getting together for a "frolic," for weddings; for funerals; and of course for church services. When…