Josh Waldner

Josh Waldner, a former member of a Hutterite colony in Montana and now an evangelical Christian, shares his unique upbringing. He discusses the communal lifestyle of the Hutterites, contrasting their beliefs with those of the Amish. Waldner reveals the emotional toll of shunning on those who leave the community and reflects on the personal struggles faced in reconciling faith and tradition. He also offers insights into Hutterite church services and highlights the complexities of growing up in a religious colony while seeking authentic engagement with faith.