during The Protestant Reformation in the sixteenth century Various religious movements emerged. One of them was Mennonite communityWhich still exists in various parts of the world to this day.
Known for them A peaceful vision away from technology In today’s life, they are a community Anabaptist Christian Which originated in Europe, especially in Swiss.
After emerging as part of what was known as the “radical reform,” they had disagreements with their peers regarding the reform baptism –They believe it can be done as adults – and at age The role of the state. Moreover, it is characterized by Commitment to nonviolence and pacifism.
There are currently various Mennonite communities around the world, including Some are in Latin America such as Mexico, Paraguay and Argentina. They are known for their settlement practices far from the population. In the country, the largest communities are located in counties La Pampa and Santiago del Estero.
Among his main beliefs are the teachings of Jesus, with an emphasis on “separation from the influence of the world.” Furthermore, their faith is based on the Bible and life, death, and resurrection as “the path to salvation.” This is why they give great importance to life A life of simplicity, service and community: They live their lives in independent and independent communities Rural areasallowing them to maintain a focus on self-sufficiency.
In this sense, Mennonite communities have their own schools, where they teach not only traditional subjects, but also their own religious and cultural values. with Religious holidays Something similar happens: the main celebrations revolve around Christian religious life, such as Christmas and Easter, but… Without the typical decorations or elaborate ceremonies.
They also have other specific beliefs related to rejecting the use of weapons against humans Rejection of technological progress and modernity And one Conservative position Regarding social issues such as homosexuality.
Regarding culture and customs, they usually speak the language of the region in which they live, but in many societies they are conservative.”Plotditch“(Low German accent) or Standard German.
A few days ago, a tragic case occurred involving a Mennonite family in the province Black River. There, the local police confirmed the discovery of two bodies in the Negro River, near General Conesa: they are man They belong to the Mennonite colony to His 16-year-old daughter who was swept away by the current.
After extensive searches to find the 20-year-old son, who entered the river with his father to try to save his sister, Rio Negro police found a body. David Newfield.
The operation began on Sunday afternoon after a report of the disappearance of three people in La Asunción Institution, about 25 kilometers west of the town of General Conesa, on Route 53. A few months ago, about 50 families from the Nueva Esperanza Mennonite colonyfrom Guatrachi, La Pampa Province, bought 5,000 hectares there to settle and develop through agricultural activities.
On Sunday, the young woman went to the river in that area to cool off, and was swept away by the current. The girl stopped standing and started calling for help.. She was accompanied by her father, Jacopo Neufeld, and her brother, David, who jumped into the water to try to help her. However, the current swept them away as well. The first body found was that of the boys’ father, who was less than 100 meters away from where the submersion occurred. Hours later, the young woman’s body appeared a few meters away.