Here is a profile on Ludwig. Trouble in Trickle Creek: Seeking a sanctuary, Ludwig and his followers instead find conflict and tragedy in the Peace Country. Ludwig hoped to discuss with Mem his view of her supposed failings as a Christian wife and mother. His main criticism was that Mem and his father Harry had not provided an adequate Christian upbringing for him and his siblings.
His parents, Ludwig believed, had been caught up and overwhelmed trying to fit into materialistic, secular Canadian society. Though Mem was 90 years old, she was self-confident and as sharp as ever. Her own faith in Christ had carried her through the Second World War, the Nazi occupation of Holland, post-war privation and immigration, all the while raising eight children. He put on his shoes to leave. The two church elders tried to smooth things over one final time.
They asked Ludwig if he would at least give his mom a hug. At that point, Ludwig recalls, he shook his head. I have some serious things, and you want me to hug you.
That makes me feel sick and ucky. He ended up kissing her on the forehead. Mem says she loves her son dearly. Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.
A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Headline News will soon be in your inbox. We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try again. Ludwig is rude, gutsy, harsh, intolerant of disobedience, emphatic and demanding an emphatic response.
