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All the while the parents stand back and let the evil work it's way into their children so that they may return as full fledged members of the church. It's very disturbing the way that they give up their moral responsibility as parents and has really altered my view of "the quiet people".

Why is it disturbing? It makes perfect sense to me. Accepting the Amish religion and lifestyle is not easy and so must be the choice of the person doing it. When they are kids, they have no choice, but every member of the church has made the conscious choice to join as an adult. Given the severity of the punishment from the community when one breaks the rules, you would want your members to join with their eyes wide open.

"Accepting the Amish religion and lifestyle is not easy"

Actually it is a very practical lifestyle that makes life very easy. Children are provided with their own farms which are very self-sufficient. The culture and lifestyle is thriving and the people are relatively happy ( and wealthy).