@Speaking Truth That's what I was thinking too.... it doesnt seem simple or uncluttered to me. Granted some people do choose to clutter their spaces, but the apartments here seem to have all the modern conveniences and items one needs?
@Speaking Truth nothing, except that this video is by a woman who devotes her life to Christianity. I'm just saying that although I may not subscribe to any of her beliefs, I can absolutely relate on the specific topic.
@Speaking Truth Yeah, if I had made that comment on some random secular page, I would think that was strange as well. However, that's not what this is. This is a page all about a person who is living in a community devoted to intentional Christian community. So the fact that I have completely different fundamental views but I can still relate is the whole point I'm making. Not quite sure why seems strange to you, but it clearly hit some sort of a nerve. 🤷♀️
@Speaking Truth As I stated, in general, it doesn't. It's very specific to what this channel is about and that she mentioned it as part of her beliefs. I don't come from a secular background. I come from an evangelical Christian background where everything had to do with honoring God, including how one keeps house. I just think that clutter can be distracting, whether spiritually or just in ones own mental health. It's interesting that you find this so fascinating.
I miss that simplicity from living in the Friends community. People don’t realize how much stuff we don’t need and how much of what we do “need” can be easily shared and some honestly forgotten about when it’s not right in front of you. It looks like calm there, the living spaces.
Thank you for the peek into your home. I find it warm and lovely in its simplicity, which is the way I am attempting to live. Unfortunately, I’m not there yet but will continue to simplify. It clears the soul, mind, and ultimately the daily chore load. :-)
Interesting way of living. Do they let the families leave easily if they want to? And do they let people inside keep in touch with loved ones outside? Also, do they let people choose their own jobs within the community from the ones that need doing?
I think those are all good and valid questions. She did say that they get together with people both within and outside of the community in one of her videos. She also mentioned that she had friends who grew up as she did but chose to leave the community and live in different places and that they seem to be doing okay. So hopefully that means that they do not have to cut off contact on ce they leave the community. That would be a red flag to me if that was the case.
It would interesting to see the living spaces in more detail as these are quite brief. It would interesting to see the buildings (exterior) snd grounds as well. The gardens must extensive. So enjoy your videos. Hope to find more of your art, too.
I've visited several of their communities. Their homes are very simple. They have a main room (where she ends her video). This has cupboards, a counter, a table, a "couch" it's really more like a bench. Then they have adult bedrooms (mom and dad), girl bedrooms, and boy bedrooms. The baby will stay in mom and dad's room until they sleep well in their own. The kids rooms will have (typically), beds, dressers, a wardrobe, and sometimes a desk. They are very simple, but also inviting. The way their apartments are set up the share a household kitchen, with shared bake/cook ware. They all have their own plates/bowls/cups/silverware. They have sections of the fridge just for their items. They eat most meals as a community, typically is 3rd grade up at dinner. Then the moms/older teens/single ladies take turns staying home with the littles for each building. I hope I answered your question well! I'll encourage you to seek and visit a community! They are beautiful people!
Clean, simple, airy digs. I'd even kick in to the Bruderhof fund for a batch of those chocolate cookies. I can almost smell them right through the screen.
I can understand you share a kitchen with other people in the house, but I really couldn't stand the idea of having to share a bathroom with another familie - eew - that is such an intimate place, where one can relax and cleance oneselves, you don't want to enter a place that was just used by someone else for those reasons... well at least I don't.
I agree. Then there are slso health concerns, virus transmission, when someone has to get up all night for the loo, dealing with difficult periods, cancer, flu...One would think each family could have its own. but that is their decision and choice.
Thank you Laura,simplicity is my goal,Always a wonderful reminder to be Mindful that community and family cultivate’s JOY,Unwavering Faith in The King of Peace ,blessings always RiverMarie Cassidy 🇨🇦😘❤️🙏😇🌻
Laura, what about your books? If you enjoy classical music, or opera, what about your CDs? If you enjoy singing classical music, what about your music scores? Can you watch movies? DVDs? Can you wear perfume? Makeup? It all sounds so shallow, but i enjoy these things.
I would like to visit a community. You might consider having a guest cottage or two on the land. Of course you would carefully screen guests, provide a code of conduct and such. And guests would be expected to help out. I think many people and families would be interested. I would be a vacation for a family where their children would learn responsibility.
Lilith Kenis it doesn’t have to be. Anyone visiting would be required to adhere to the community norms. I have an Amish friend and her family hosted an English family one summer. They lived and worked Amish. It was a great experience for everyone
@@peachion2 also it only takes 3 days to reprogram someone so if you REALLY want to- Don't stay for more than a few hours don't even stay for a full day.
I saw in an earlier comment you referring to liking the good things in life. What would you consider those luxuries to be? Do you receive a monthly allowance for minor incidentals? I lived on an intentional community for a short period and received an allowance of about $80 a month. I would buy chocolate, beer, coffee and other treats. What does the community supply you? Do you have a set number of clothing articles?
I know you make it sound ideal, all those happy families living together for the greater good etc etc but those who leave tend to tell a very different story
From what I understand. This group is throughout the world and has a lot of people. In every group you get bad people and unfortunately in religious groups, the person often excuse their actions or hide it because theyd more likely to be called out and also people trust each other alot more which can make some people easier to exploit. Also these groups tend to keep to themselves and dont share alot online. The only real news us, the outside, gets are from people who have left and that is usually only happensbecause of a bad experience. I never dismiss these stories but its always good to remember that we often only hear one side of it. Which is why listening, research and understanding both sides is important. And to judge a group based on a few bad individuals isnt the right way to go about things. We'd condemn the world if we did that. Maybe she can address in a video if someone she knows left due to a bad experience and what happened after. What actions where done etc
I just discovered your channel yesterday....and you are delightful. Love your simple home. Ironically, we will soon be moving & we have an attic full of your Community Playthings stuff: unit & hollow blocks/lofts/furniture/trikes/scooter/sand table/rocking boat/toy vehicles saved for our future grandkids. So, lol, your wonderful products will be complicating our move!!!!
I just found your channel and I’m so intrigued! I love how you all live. I do have some questions and love if you could answer in a video 1. Do you watch tv or movies? 2. How does one typically find their spouse in the Bruderhof, and how long is an engagement usually? 3. What are your thoughts on mental illness and treating it with medication? Is it allowed in the Bruderhof?
She said in another video that those who want or need access to devices or the internet are allowed to have it (they do have internet filters though). They don’t seem as restrictive in that area as many similar groups.
Me too, so I get it. But, to me, it seems like an introverts paradise. Getting away from society and escaping into community. I guess it's a matter of perspective.
I don't find the kitchen very simple, but rather normal (or maybe I just like my home to be as open and airy as possible). It has anything you need. The more things you have, the more difficult is to keep the home clean and ordered.
@ginaintegrityseeker Most families have a bathroom that's for their use, and we do make sure that older people live in an apartment that works for them!
the shared bathroom is always a conundrum for me. I dont know how it works health-wise, particularly if someone has the flu, is going thru chemo , or has aging needs. when my husband was dying I was changing his kidney tubes and caths bags, etc, everything a nurse would do...If we had been in a community and forced to share a bathroom, it would have been impossible to care for him. it would have made my own 21 months of chemo difficult. So,how do you handle it when a member has medical needs. most oncologists recommend Not sharing a bathroom with a family member going thru chemo if possible. Covid would be a concern as well. I cannot imagine sharing with unrelated people. simple is great. One would imagine people would care about health and doing whateber possible to stop virus transmission, which could be devastating in a communal environment.
that would be an example of why they move around a lot..... she mentioned in another vlog that they moved so the children could move in next to the parents for a similar situation :-)
Interesting that in a kitchen which to me in the UK look so large and clean and new the suggestion is it is simple. perhaps Americans are always bigger and better than we are here in the UK.....
Are your apartments separate and you have to walk out of your apartment to get to the kitchen or are all of your apartments combined by the common living space (such as the kitchen)?
I'd love to know how introverts find living in your community :) As an introvert myself, I'm not sure how I'd feel about always having a shared kitchen, or not being able to roll around the house comfortably in my pyjamas, lol! Btw thanks for your energy and for sharing a glimpse of your lifestyle with the rest of us :)
I have a few questions. Forgive me if they've been answered before. I know you don't have possessions if your own. But do you exchange gifts at Christmas and for birthdays? Or just whenever? How would that work? Do you keep in contact with friends or family who have chosen to leave the community and live elsewhere? Who makes the big decisions in your community? Last, do the people in the Bruderhof get involved in the government at all? Do you vote? Thank you so much for being willing to share your lifestyle with us. 😊
@@Lootoodle She addresses it here. You do realize that it is very common for people to love and live with pets? There are about 90 million dogs living in homes in the USA. ua-cam.com/video/VirPng-cRzM/v-deo.html
I love so many things about the Bruderhof people , (and the Amish) I hate the way modern society is turning into a technocratic dystopia full of rude self serving consumerist people with no regard for nature, but I don't think they'd let me join as I'm not religious.
If you make dinner on your own a couple nights a week, but share the kitchen with 3 other families, do you all have dinner together? Just curious ;-). If you were in California, I'd be interested to join!
Why are you not given a full-size crib for your baby? You didn’t show the living room and what about the babies room can you give a tour of all of the different apartments but show everything? Why wouldn’t they give each family their own kitchen and bathroom?
I notice some decor like the plaque by the orchid. Is that yours, Laura, or does it stay in the apartment if you move? Also, you mentioned your son is still in your room because he is young; does that mean once kids reach a certain age they sleep elsewhere?
Hi Christina! Yes I made that plaque and when I move it will probably come with me as probably no one else would want it :) We actually recently moved Branson to his own room right next to ours. Kids absolutely stay with their parents if that's what you're asking.
Laura from the Bruderhof thanks for explaining! I misunderstood the room situation and thought each apartment was a single room with access to shared kitchen and bathroom.
Oh I see! I should have explained it better. Depending on size families will have multiple bedrooms, a living area, and then share a kitchen with the adjoining family.
More like two meals a day. Breakfast at home and lunch or dinner with the community. Of course right now we're eating all meals at home because of Covid
I just watched another video from one of your community ladies and she totally said a curse word. That is so surprising to me... could you explain that please?
I understood from this video that they would move to a bigger apartment as the family grows. And it could be that someone moved into the community later in life, from "outside", KWIM? And old habits die hard. I know I could turn the air blue in two shakes of a lamb's tail. And sometimes, a "strong" word slips out when I'm stressed or angry. Not that I'm proud of it, but there I am...
@@thekingsdaughter4233 what a beautiful honest reply! I didn't think it could have been someone who moved there later in their lives. Totally could be! I don't struggle with that so I just notice it...we ALL are not perfect eh?! Grace upon grace 😍
Bruderhof members take a vow of poverty. Part of the minimalist "look" is driven by the need to live up to that vow. Bruderhof members don't earn salaries, but are provided for by the "common purse", likely the truest experiment of living out "true communism". Dress is mostly driven by tradition, but guided by modesty and the afore mentioned vow.
I know the Kingdom is not food and drink but, with what science says about the problematic nature of processed sugar, with what do you sweeten your cookies, today (presumably it is an older recipe)?
@@cooledcannon they choose this lifestyle, and nothing wrong with living a simple life so you can use your money to help others. They are not 'forced' to share a house -- they have their own living quarters and every adult chooses to live there. As a community ,they have material wealth -- and individuals with material wealth -- well, they are not always happier than those living a simple life.
@@zappawench6048 Theyre supposed to love everyone that God created, but they don't believe LGBTQ people deserve human rights. Therefore, hatred and hypocrisy.
The Bible doesn't tell us how to dress exactly but in Paul's letter to Timothy he says women should wear respectable apparel so that's what I and we try to do. Sure you can do it in different ways as well.
I am not in a community, not even a Christian. I do not see her clothing as impoverished. I dress very simply myself. A lot of us boomers have been fine with a wardrobe of jeans and simple sweaters or shirts our whole lives.
Dressing simply is not dressing impoverished,what a strange correlation. The clothing they where can be purchased in a variety of price ranges. Also I have seen Laura and others wear brands such as under armor and keds, these are not impoverished brands.
I dress modestly because I feel more comfortable that way. I’m sure Laura is the same way. It’s not about being repressed, it’s about being yourself. If you feel comfortable in name brands and tank tops- great! I personally do not. Everyone just needs to do what their heart tells them.
Hi Susie! It's the house where I live with my family, so in that sense I call it "my house". We don't own it and will probably move out of it at some point into another house that we also won't own.
do people you know who rent their home say 'come over to my home/house"? or do they say " come to the house I am renting'? Your home is where you live :-)
Define the perimeters please. How much is anyone allowed to "have their own taste". How much does economic status, religious strictures, peer pressure, and cultural norms play a part in your country of residence? Christ said, "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends". Bruderhof members actually live this out -- even to the potential point of loss of identity - ultimate self sacrifice. Unity for sake of community! As with any venture, a system without a feedback loop is in danger of entropy. I look forward to seeing how the Bruderhof sorts this out!
"Keeping our houses uncluttered is hopefully a reflection of how our hearts and minds should be - uncluttered by material concerns." Beautiful.
@Speaking Truth That's what I was thinking too.... it doesnt seem simple or uncluttered to me. Granted some people do choose to clutter their spaces, but the apartments here seem to have all the modern conveniences and items one needs?
I'm an atheist and I can get on board with that kind of thinking. 😊
@Speaking Truth nothing, except that this video is by a woman who devotes her life to Christianity. I'm just saying that although I may not subscribe to any of her beliefs, I can absolutely relate on the specific topic.
@Speaking Truth Yeah, if I had made that comment on some random secular page, I would think that was strange as well. However, that's not what this is. This is a page all about a person who is living in a community devoted to intentional Christian community. So the fact that I have completely different fundamental views but I can still relate is the whole point I'm making. Not quite sure why seems strange to you, but it clearly hit some sort of a nerve. 🤷♀️
@Speaking Truth As I stated, in general, it doesn't. It's very specific to what this channel is about and that she mentioned it as part of her beliefs.
I don't come from a secular background. I come from an evangelical Christian background where everything had to do with honoring God, including how one keeps house.
I just think that clutter can be distracting, whether spiritually or just in ones own mental health.
It's interesting that you find this so fascinating.
This lowkey sounds like college. Living in a dorm, eating at a dining hall, you even have door decs!
I appreciate this lifestyle but admit I am super private person/not sure I could get used to that much togetherness/but everyone seems so happy
@Speaking Truth Depends on the type of rental. My current rental is not shared with anyone but my partner.
@Speaking Truth I guess where you're from.
Well. People are the same everywhere. I don't think there aren't any problems.
@@Adriana-vp1rm I can tell you...I could handle this. The lack of privacy would drive me crazy.
My family has Aspergers syndrome and privacy is a big concern. Too much social interaction causes much exhaustion and melt downs.
It looks lovely - like a large family. Thank you for sharing this. I like the idea of getting back to the original church.
I miss that simplicity from living in the Friends community. People don’t realize how much stuff we don’t need and how much of what we do “need” can be easily shared and some honestly forgotten about when it’s not right in front of you. It looks like calm there, the living spaces.
You remind me of Anne with an E. Your beautiful!!
Ohh yes, she really does!
Ahhh I love this series, I really hope they make season 4.xx
Yeah me too. Anne with a E is really good!
THANK YOU! I have been trying to think who she reminds me of! It was driving me crazy!
Haha, I agree.
Thank you for the peek into your home. I find it warm and lovely in its simplicity, which is the way I am attempting to live. Unfortunately, I’m not there yet but will continue to simplify. It clears the soul, mind, and ultimately the daily chore load. :-)
As a soldier I absolutely appreciate the simple, disciplined and communalistic living.
Lovely except for the sharing the bathroom, I couldn't cope!
Interesting way of living. Do they let the families leave easily if they want to? And do they let people inside keep in touch with loved ones outside? Also, do they let people choose their own jobs within the community from the ones that need doing?
I think those are all good and valid questions. She did say that they get together with people both within and outside of the community in one of her videos. She also mentioned that she had friends who grew up as she did but chose to leave the community and live in different places and that they seem to be doing okay. So hopefully that means that they do not have to cut off contact on ce they leave the community. That would be a red flag to me if that was the case.
It would interesting to see the living spaces in more detail as these are quite brief. It would interesting to see the buildings (exterior) snd grounds as well. The gardens must extensive.
So enjoy your videos. Hope to find more of your art, too.
I've visited several of their communities. Their homes are very simple. They have a main room (where she ends her video). This has cupboards, a counter, a table, a "couch" it's really more like a bench. Then they have adult bedrooms (mom and dad), girl bedrooms, and boy bedrooms. The baby will stay in mom and dad's room until they sleep well in their own. The kids rooms will have (typically), beds, dressers, a wardrobe, and sometimes a desk. They are very simple, but also inviting. The way their apartments are set up the share a household kitchen, with shared bake/cook ware. They all have their own plates/bowls/cups/silverware. They have sections of the fridge just for their items. They eat most meals as a community, typically is 3rd grade up at dinner. Then the moms/older teens/single ladies take turns staying home with the littles for each building. I hope I answered your question well! I'll encourage you to seek and visit a community! They are beautiful people!
Clean, simple, airy digs. I'd even kick in to the Bruderhof fund for a batch of those chocolate cookies. I can almost smell them right through the screen.
I can understand you share a kitchen with other people in the house, but I really couldn't stand the idea of having to share a bathroom with another familie - eew - that is such an intimate place, where one can relax and cleance oneselves, you don't want to enter a place that was just used by someone else for those reasons... well at least I don't.
I agree. Then there are slso health concerns, virus transmission, when someone has to get up all night for the loo, dealing with difficult periods, cancer, flu...One would think each family could have its own. but that is their decision and choice.
Does anyone decorate? How do you handle decorations as far as ownership and moving?
Thank you Laura,simplicity is my goal,Always a wonderful reminder to be Mindful that community and family cultivate’s JOY,Unwavering Faith in The King of Peace ,blessings always RiverMarie Cassidy 🇨🇦😘❤️🙏😇🌻
You had me at “chocolate chip cookies”. God Bless the little things.
Laura, what about your books? If you enjoy classical music, or opera, what about your CDs? If you enjoy singing classical music, what about your music scores? Can you watch movies? DVDs? Can you wear perfume? Makeup?
It all sounds so shallow, but i enjoy these things.
I loved your little space and your community ....simple spacious and uncluttered.🙋🏻♀️❤️
Thanks so much! 😊
Can you please do an updated version of this? This way of life is beautiful
Thanks! That is such a great idea 😊
I would like to visit a community. You might consider having a guest cottage or two on the land. Of course you would carefully screen guests, provide a code of conduct and such. And guests would be expected to help out. I think many people and families would be interested. I would be a vacation for a family where their children would learn responsibility.
I don't think that's a good idea, you would turn their religious piety into a sort of B&B kind of business - but that's just my idea...
Lilith Kenis it doesn’t have to be. Anyone visiting would be required to adhere to the community norms. I have an Amish friend and her family hosted an English family one summer. They lived and worked Amish. It was a great experience for everyone
@@peachion2 also it only takes 3 days to reprogram someone so if you REALLY want to-
Don't stay for more than a few hours don't even stay for a full day.
Laura you are a godly example of a young woman living an intentional Christian life stripped of unnecessary things. Prayers for your family.
Thank you!
I saw in an earlier comment you referring to liking the good things in life. What would you consider those luxuries to be? Do you receive a monthly allowance for minor incidentals? I lived on an intentional community for a short period and received an allowance of about $80 a month. I would buy chocolate, beer, coffee and other treats. What does the community supply you? Do you have a set number of clothing articles?
I hadn't heard about this community until today. Everyone seems so happy.
Seems is the keyword here.
Neophema right? Warren Jeff’s community seems happy from the outside and photos as well lol
Seems.
There have been articles of ex members where well let’s just say it’s not all smiles and sunshine’s.
I know you make it sound ideal, all those happy families living together for the greater good etc etc but those who leave tend to tell a very different story
From what I understand. This group is throughout the world and has a lot of people. In every group you get bad people and unfortunately in religious groups, the person often excuse their actions or hide it because theyd more likely to be called out and also people trust each other alot more which can make some people easier to exploit. Also these groups tend to keep to themselves and dont share alot online. The only real news us, the outside, gets are from people who have left and that is usually only happensbecause of a bad experience.
I never dismiss these stories but its always good to remember that we often only hear one side of it. Which is why listening, research and understanding both sides is important. And to judge a group based on a few bad individuals isnt the right way to go about things. We'd condemn the world if we did that.
Maybe she can address in a video if someone she knows left due to a bad experience and what happened after. What actions where done etc
UA-cam is trying to tell me something by this random recommendation...
I just discovered your channel yesterday....and you are delightful. Love your simple home. Ironically, we will soon be moving & we have an attic full of your Community Playthings stuff: unit & hollow blocks/lofts/furniture/trikes/scooter/sand table/rocking boat/toy vehicles saved for our future grandkids. So, lol, your wonderful products will be complicating our move!!!!
That is so cool!
I just found your channel and I’m so intrigued! I love how you all live. I do have some questions and love if you could answer in a video
1. Do you watch tv or movies?
2. How does one typically find their spouse in the Bruderhof, and how long is an engagement usually?
3. What are your thoughts on mental illness and treating it with medication? Is it allowed in the Bruderhof?
@Bert Clayton lmao wow
im a muslim and I really adore Laura's infectious personality!! God bless.
I love the idea of the communal eating.
Im sure someone has asked about this already. I thought your group doesn't use social media, etc. How did this channel come about?
She said in another video that those who want or need access to devices or the internet are allowed to have it (they do have internet filters though). They don’t seem as restrictive in that area as many similar groups.
@@hannahseasoul well to quote her she said school and organisations do have a filter and I guess this is pretty normal.
Happy, healthy and cookies....where do I sign!
Being an introvert, this is too much togetherness for me.
Me too, so I get it. But, to me, it seems like an introverts paradise. Getting away from society and escaping into community. I guess it's a matter of perspective.
@@philphilips1020 Community this intertwined is society. Nice ppl though and very productive. I'll take my dry cabin in Alaska. :) Bliss.
I don't find the kitchen very simple, but rather normal (or maybe I just like my home to be as open and airy as possible). It has anything you need. The more things you have, the more difficult is to keep the home clean and ordered.
I totally agree!
So, you have to share a bathroom with 3 other families; is the bathroom down a hallway between apartments? Seems inconvenient with children?
@ginaintegrityseeker Most families have a bathroom that's for their use, and we do make sure that older people live in an apartment that works for them!
Thank you.
I prefer oatmeal, walnuts and raisins.
the shared bathroom is always a conundrum for me. I dont know how it works health-wise, particularly if someone has the flu, is going thru chemo , or has aging needs. when my husband was dying I was changing his kidney tubes and caths bags, etc, everything a nurse would do...If we had been in a community and forced to share a bathroom, it would have been impossible to care for him. it would have made my own 21 months of chemo difficult. So,how do you handle it when a member has medical needs. most oncologists recommend Not sharing a bathroom with a family member going thru chemo if possible. Covid would be a concern as well. I cannot imagine sharing with unrelated people.
simple is great. One would imagine people would care about health and doing whateber possible to stop virus transmission, which could be devastating in a communal environment.
that would be an example of why they move around a lot..... she mentioned in another vlog that they moved so the children could move in next to the parents for a similar situation :-)
Interesting that in a kitchen which to me in the UK look so large and clean and new the suggestion is it is simple. perhaps Americans are always bigger and better than we are here in the UK.....
Jane Smith don’t forget, it is shared kitchen for three families. The building used to be a seminary house.
Large until you grasp that it is common to multiple families
Shared bathroom?! Omg nooooo! I couldn’t do that
Just like college!!
Laura from the Bruderhof fortunately I didn’t have to do that!!! 😂
M. C. It’s not cleanliness ... so much as being raped as a child - I hate being naked in the first place let alone someone walking in on me
@@123operasinger Could lock the bathroom door?
I think this would be ok for a week. looks like a holiday chalet, I couldn't deal with all the moving around, there's no need.
Of course there's a need, a need for the way they live and if they are happy you don't have to deal with it
@@joblohg2672why?
Your cookies look delicious!
Does every family move homes when necessary? Or do you eventually have a home you can expect to stay in for maybe 10 years?
OK, you HAVE to spill on the cookie recipe. That look off the chain yummy...
Posting it on my community tab ua-cam.com/users/LaurafromtheBruderhofcommunity
You're a really good representative of your community.
This is amazing.
Do you reserve a time slot for using the kitchen, since you share with other families ?🥀
We don’t use time slots in the kitchen I use. With a little bit of communication and creativity we make it work.🙂
Are your apartments separate and you have to walk out of your apartment to get to the kitchen or are all of your apartments combined by the common living space (such as the kitchen)?
Seems like a great way of living if you are interested in finding true happiness and community :)
Depends. I could not handle this.
I can smell those cookies, yum
I'd love to know how introverts find living in your community :) As an introvert myself, I'm not sure how I'd feel about always having a shared kitchen, or not being able to roll around the house comfortably in my pyjamas, lol! Btw thanks for your energy and for sharing a glimpse of your lifestyle with the rest of us :)
I have a few questions. Forgive me if they've been answered before.
I know you don't have possessions if your own. But do you exchange gifts at Christmas and for birthdays? Or just whenever? How would that work?
Do you keep in contact with friends or family who have chosen to leave the community and live elsewhere?
Who makes the big decisions in your community?
Last, do the people in the Bruderhof get involved in the government at all? Do you vote?
Thank you so much for being willing to share your lifestyle with us. 😊
I'm putting up a video soon about Christmas gifts. I'll try and get to your questions in a future video. Thanks!
Are you allowed to bring your animals with you? I have a horse and 2 dogs.
I heard her say in another video that some people have pets - I think cats or dogs.
@@Lootoodle She addresses it here. You do realize that it is very common for people to love and live with pets? There are about 90 million dogs living in homes in the USA. ua-cam.com/video/VirPng-cRzM/v-deo.html
@@Lootoodle r u ok?
You didn't show the living room. You have your own private living right? (love your videos btw)
Yes every family has their own living area.
I'd love to c your living room but I understand if you'd rather keep some privacy.
I felt less cluttered when I got my stand mixer gifted to me when my husband and I bought our first home lol, but I get it.
Sounds good , cooky s look good
I love so many things about the Bruderhof people , (and the Amish) I hate the way modern society is turning into a technocratic dystopia full of rude self serving consumerist people with no regard for nature, but I don't think they'd let me join as I'm not religious.
Cookies? Sign me up!
😁
Simple yet functional.....love it
I love this
How does this work during covid?
Very nice place
Beautiful laura ❤
I love you
so nice i love your channel
Haha, I thought you were saying you shared a bedroom with your baby brother because you look about 15.
If you make dinner on your own a couple nights a week, but share the kitchen with 3 other families, do you all have dinner together? Just curious ;-). If you were in California, I'd be interested to join!
Sometimes we get together sometimes we just like being by ourselves.
Would you be able to do longer videos xx
Like how long? I just feel like people would lose interest if they were a lot longer.
@@LaurafromtheBruderhof no people really wouldn't, it's interesting and I think since covid-19 a lot of people are rethinking their life work balance.
"Roberthaus" written in GERMAN? Plays german still an important rule in the Bruderhof communities?
It's part of our heritage , so yes. There are members from many different cultures and it all gets mixed together!
@@LaurafromtheBruderhof So there will be no SCHWESTERHOF - Sisterhof then - just kidding !!!
@@maxschon7709 Just part of the patriarchy! The women allow the men to think they are in control, as elsewhere...
Aside from clothes, do you have any possessions that belong only to you?
Do you own vehicles to drive to work or to go visit family ?
Wonderful! Thank you for sharing this beautiful way of living. ❤️
Thank you for this ❤
Why are you not given a full-size crib for your baby? You didn’t show the living room and what about the babies room can you give a tour of all of the different apartments but show everything? Why wouldn’t they give each family their own kitchen and bathroom?
I notice some decor like the plaque by the orchid. Is that yours, Laura, or does it stay in the apartment if you move? Also, you mentioned your son is still in your room because he is young; does that mean once kids reach a certain age they sleep elsewhere?
Hi Christina! Yes I made that plaque and when I move it will probably come with me as probably no one else would want it :) We actually recently moved Branson to his own room right next to ours. Kids absolutely stay with their parents if that's what you're asking.
Laura from the Bruderhof thanks for explaining! I misunderstood the room situation and thought each apartment was a single room with access to shared kitchen and bathroom.
Oh I see! I should have explained it better. Depending on size families will have multiple bedrooms, a living area, and then share a kitchen with the adjoining family.
thanks for further clarification!
@@LaurafromtheBruderhof Did you do major renovations of the Mount to create "apartments" to accommodate families?
So.. do you personally eat 3 meals a day? Like Breakfast and dinner (with community) and Lunch privately? If not why not?
More like two meals a day. Breakfast at home and lunch or dinner with the community. Of course right now we're eating all meals at home because of Covid
Peace and grace to you all, in Christ Jesus. Just came across you guys today. Are your spiritual roots related to the Plymouth Brethren?
No. Our spiritual roots are in the Radical Reformation (Anabaptism).
@@LaurafromtheBruderhof Thanks. The Brethren and MCC often move in similar circles, at least in Canada
Did I miss the living room? Is that a room that only your family shares or does the entire household share it?
She didn't show it but commented that each family has their own living room.
where can i get some of your recipes i love to bake and cook
I posted some on my community tab a while back
Thank you
Looks better than my city apartment, and I earn money.
Shared kitchen is too much especially for families. Probably nice to have different company but it must get a bit annoying
@Speaking Truth I have rented several times. Never had a shared kitchen.
Do you watch tv at all is it permitted ...
A shared bathroom doesn’t see right. You would need my own bathroom for privacy.
Opps I feel like a bad Mennonite to not even know of your community. It is interesting to see some of the similarities and differences.
Three Hail Marys should get you sorted. Conservative Mennonites share many attributes with the Bruderhof.
What happens if you have a lot of children? Do they have bigger apartments? Or a house?
I just watched another video from one of your community ladies and she totally said a curse word. That is so surprising to me... could you explain that please?
I understood from this video that they would move to a bigger apartment as the family grows.
And it could be that someone moved into the community later in life, from "outside", KWIM? And old habits die hard. I know I could turn the air blue in two shakes of a lamb's tail. And sometimes, a "strong" word slips out when I'm stressed or angry. Not that I'm proud of it, but there I am...
@@thekingsdaughter4233 what a beautiful honest reply! I didn't think it could have been someone who moved there later in their lives. Totally could be! I don't struggle with that so I just notice it...we ALL are not perfect eh?! Grace upon grace 😍
What is your Faith statement?
www.bruderhof.com/en/our-faith/foundations
Hello
Would you consider yourself a minimalist
I was just gonna say the same 😁 loving the way the home looks either way 🙃
Bruderhof members take a vow of poverty. Part of the minimalist "look" is driven by the need to live up to that vow. Bruderhof members don't earn salaries, but are provided for by the "common purse", likely the truest experiment of living out "true communism". Dress is mostly driven by tradition, but guided by modesty and the afore mentioned vow.
Give me a room!
No issues with jealousy? I assume there are some, if not you, who show that emotion?
More like “my” house
lol
I know the Kingdom is not food and drink but, with what science says about the problematic nature of processed sugar, with what do you sweeten your cookies, today (presumably it is an older recipe)?
i thought there was no youtube there
There's youtube
Why have u got internet I thought u against it
This lifestyle seems really great! Although, I wish when I'm old enough to have a family, I wouldn't be living in such poverty.
what,,,
what poverty?
@@emmib1388 Lack of material wealth, forced to share a house, etc
@@cooledcannon they choose this lifestyle, and nothing wrong with living a simple life so you can use your money to help others. They are not 'forced' to share a house -- they have their own living quarters and every adult chooses to live there. As a community ,they have material wealth -- and individuals with material wealth -- well, they are not always happier than those living a simple life.
Thoughts on LGBTQ?
@@peggyderr9208 I figured, the hypocrisy and hatred makes me sad
@@oceanesta5131 They don't hate anyone and neither are they hypocrites.
@@zappawench6048 Theyre supposed to love everyone that God created, but they don't believe LGBTQ people deserve human rights. Therefore, hatred and hypocrisy.
Also no ethnic diversity. Not my place!
@@lolaaponte7022 Exactly!
It's wild seeing that cults like this still exist. I hope the members can get the courage to leave or they see what's going on inside it
Where in the Bible does it say you should wear such impoverished clothing? What verse?
The Bible doesn't tell us how to dress exactly but in Paul's letter to Timothy he says women should wear respectable apparel so that's what I and we try to do. Sure you can do it in different ways as well.
@@LaurafromtheBruderhof you can still be respectful and wear different colours and other types of clothing 🤷🏽♀️🤷🏽♀️
I am not in a community, not even a Christian. I do not see her clothing as impoverished. I dress very simply myself. A lot of us boomers have been fine with a wardrobe of jeans and simple sweaters or shirts our whole lives.
Dressing simply is not dressing impoverished,what a strange correlation. The clothing they where can be purchased in a variety of price ranges. Also I have seen Laura and others wear brands such as under armor and keds, these are not impoverished brands.
I dress modestly because I feel more comfortable that way. I’m sure Laura is the same way. It’s not about being repressed, it’s about being yourself. If you feel comfortable in name brands and tank tops- great! I personally do not. Everyone just needs to do what their heart tells them.
I want to join
Sharing kitchen , no! I'm happy I'm not a member of this community.
Look ... its either your house or it isn't your house. If nothing belongs to you, then why do you call it Your house?
Hi Susie! It's the house where I live with my family, so in that sense I call it "my house". We don't own it and will probably move out of it at some point into another house that we also won't own.
do people you know who rent their home say 'come over to my home/house"? or do they say " come to the house I am renting'? Your home is where you live :-)
You share the kitchen???
Oh no. That is the one thing a woman needs 4 herself.
That is terrible.
Maybe they should learn some german....their german spelling sucks
Sei nicht so negativ
You’re not allowed to have your own taste?
I think she's talking about decorating your living space how you'd want it to look. I like the minimalism.
Define the perimeters please. How much is anyone allowed to "have their own taste". How much does economic status, religious strictures, peer pressure, and cultural norms play a part in your country of residence? Christ said, "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends". Bruderhof members actually live this out -- even to the potential point of loss of identity - ultimate self sacrifice. Unity for sake of community! As with any venture, a system without a feedback loop is in danger of entropy. I look forward to seeing how the Bruderhof sorts this out!