In this colorful, award-winning PBS documentary, Mennonite historian John Ruth takes us sympathetically into the Amish mindset. An updated look at Amish origins, beliefs, farm life, childhood, school, worship, recreation, courtship, horse transportation, barn-raising, land pressures and cottage industry.

This is the true story of head coach T. J. Jackson's success in guiding many single-parent football players, delivering the nurturing and strength they need to graduate and succeed.