http://skylandumc.org Where Nations Come Together Mon, 19 Jul 2010 14:31:46 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 2006-2008 pastor@skylandumc.org (Skyland Church) pastor@skylandumc.org (Skyland Church) Sermons 1440 Skyland, Church, Preaching, Sermon, UMC, John Freeland, United Methodist Sermons from Skyland Church and Pastor John Freeland Pastor John Freeland's Sermon Podcast from Skyland Church in Atlanta, GA. Skyland Church Skyland Church pastor@skylandumc.org No no http://skylandumc.org/wp-content/plugins/podpress/images/PodcastLogo.jpg http://skylandumc.org 144 144 http://skylandumc.org/joseph-the-faithful/ http://skylandumc.org/joseph-the-faithful/#comments Mon, 19 Jul 2010 14:31:46 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1234 http://skylandumc.org/joseph-the-faithful/feed/ 0 29:00 July 18, 2010 - Genesis 39 Sold into slavery at a young age, Joseph proved his faithfulness to God's will for his life. Join ... July 18, 2010 - Genesis 39 Sold into slavery at a young age, Joseph proved his faithfulness to God's will for his life. Join Pastor John and discover Joseph's secret. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/faithfulness-in-the-midst-of-crisis/ http://skylandumc.org/faithfulness-in-the-midst-of-crisis/#comments Thu, 15 Jul 2010 02:01:33 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1231 http://skylandumc.org/faithfulness-in-the-midst-of-crisis/feed/ 0 36:48 July 11, 2010 - 2 Chronicles 20:1-25 It is one thing to be faithful when all is going well, but faithfulness is a completely different ... July 11, 2010 - 2 Chronicles 20:1-25 It is one thing to be faithful when all is going well, but faithfulness is a completely different thing in the middle of a crisis. nbsp;King Jehoshaphat was struck with fear when he heard that, not one, but three armies were coming against Judah. nbsp;His response teaches us much about how to respond during a crisis. nbsp;John Pastor John and learn how to remain faithful when your world comes crashing in. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/faithfulness-conquers/ http://skylandumc.org/faithfulness-conquers/#comments Fri, 09 Jul 2010 00:31:30 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1227 http://skylandumc.org/faithfulness-conquers/feed/ 0 29:20 July 4, 2010 - 2 Chronicles 13:4-18 This sermon begins a new sermon series on the fruit of the Spirit for the month of July, ... July 4, 2010 - 2 Chronicles 13:4-18 This sermon begins a new sermon series on the fruit of the Spirit for the month of July, Faithfulness. nbsp;After the kingdom of David and Solomon divided into the northern kingdom of Israel and the southern kingdom of Israel, fighting between the two nations continued. nbsp;Join Pastor John for an exploration of how faithfulness played into a victory for Judah. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/im-confused-what-is-goodness-again/ http://skylandumc.org/im-confused-what-is-goodness-again/#comments Tue, 29 Jun 2010 17:16:55 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1216 http://skylandumc.org/im-confused-what-is-goodness-again/feed/ 0 25:36 June 27, 2010 - Luke 10:25-42 This final sermon on goodness explores the parable of the Good Samaritan and the biblical account of Martha and ... June 27, 2010 - Luke 10:25-42 This final sermon on goodness explores the parable of the Good Samaritan and the biblical account of Martha and Mary. nbsp;If Goodness is helping out the one in need, how can it also be sitting at Jesus' feet when there are guests to serve? Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/the-good-the-bad-and-the-well-just-the-good-and-the-bad/ http://skylandumc.org/the-good-the-bad-and-the-well-just-the-good-and-the-bad/#comments Thu, 24 Jun 2010 13:30:20 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1209 http://skylandumc.org/the-good-the-bad-and-the-well-just-the-good-and-the-bad/feed/ 0 27:44 June 20, 2010 - 2 Kings 18:1-8 King Hezekiah trusted in the Lord more than any other king of Judah. nbsp;Join Pastor John for a ... June 20, 2010 - 2 Kings 18:1-8 King Hezekiah trusted in the Lord more than any other king of Judah. nbsp;Join Pastor John for a look at this "good" king. nbsp;Discover the promises and blessings a life of goodness will bring. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/can-judgment-be-good/ http://skylandumc.org/can-judgment-be-good/#comments Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:40:46 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1207 http://skylandumc.org/can-judgment-be-good/feed/ 0 14:59 June 13, 2010 - Number 21:4-9; John 3:1-18 The Israelites grumbled against God many times during their 40 years of wilderness wandering. nbsp;In Numbers 21, ... June 13, 2010 - Number 21:4-9; John 3:1-18 The Israelites grumbled against God many times during their 40 years of wilderness wandering. nbsp;In Numbers 21, and infestation of poisonous snakes brought God's judgment against them. Is it possible that this judgment was a demonstration of God's goodness? nbsp;Join Pastor John as he continues this four-part sermon series on Goodness. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/enter-through-the-blood/ http://skylandumc.org/enter-through-the-blood/#comments Sun, 06 Jun 2010 21:40:43 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1205 http://skylandumc.org/enter-through-the-blood/feed/ 0 36:40 June 6, 2010 - John 2 Have you wondered why Jesus chose changing water into wine for His first miracle? nbsp;And, what is that about ... June 6, 2010 - John 2 Have you wondered why Jesus chose changing water into wine for His first miracle? nbsp;And, what is that about Jesus telling His mother His "time had not yet come" and then performing the miracle anyway? nbsp;What does this miracle of transformation tell us in light of Goodness. nbsp;Join Pastor John as he begins a new four part sermon series on the fruit of the Holy Spirit, Goodness. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/the-kindness-of-christ/ http://skylandumc.org/the-kindness-of-christ/#comments Wed, 02 Jun 2010 17:56:29 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1198 http://skylandumc.org/the-kindness-of-christ/feed/ 0 26:31 May 30, 2010 - Mark 1:27-45 Join Pastor John for this last installment in the sermon series on Kindness to discover what these healing passages ... May 30, 2010 - Mark 1:27-45 Join Pastor John for this last installment in the sermon series on Kindness to discover what these healing passages tell us about Kindness. nbsp;In these passages we find Jesus actively engaged with the people.Discover how His responses can shape our own interaction with those around us. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/pentecost-2/ http://skylandumc.org/pentecost-2/#comments Wed, 02 Jun 2010 17:54:31 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1196 http://skylandumc.org/pentecost-2/feed/ 0 16:27 May 23, 2010 - Acts 2:1-18 Pentecost is the birthday of the Church. nbsp;The Prophet Joel had prophesied that this day would come. nbsp;With a ... May 23, 2010 - Acts 2:1-18 Pentecost is the birthday of the Church. nbsp;The Prophet Joel had prophesied that this day would come. nbsp;With a mighty rushing wind the Holy Spirit entered the Upper Room and filled all those who waited for this Promise from Jesus. nbsp;The Holy Spirit is still alive and well today and continues to fill and empower believers. nbsp;John Pastor John for a fresh filling from the Holy Spirit. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/kindness-is-an-attitude-of-the-heart/ http://skylandumc.org/kindness-is-an-attitude-of-the-heart/#comments Thu, 27 May 2010 20:12:39 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1185 http://skylandumc.org/kindness-is-an-attitude-of-the-heart/feed/ 0 23:44 May 16, 2010 - Titus 3:4-7; Ephesians 2:1-7 For some people it is easier to accept the judgement of God than it is to accept ... May 16, 2010 - Titus 3:4-7; Ephesians 2:1-7 For some people it is easier to accept the judgement of God than it is to accept His kindness. nbsp;God's kindness is expressed in every area of our life even including our past, present, and future. nbsp;Join Pastor John and discover what it means to trust God with your past, your present, and your future. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/kindness-begins-in-the-heart/ http://skylandumc.org/kindness-begins-in-the-heart/#comments Sat, 15 May 2010 13:03:06 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1176 http://skylandumc.org/kindness-begins-in-the-heart/feed/ 0 21:16 May 9, 2010 - Ruth 2:13 The word that the NIV, NASB, and the NRSV translate as kindly in Ruth 2:13 is actually the Hebrew ... May 9, 2010 - Ruth 2:13 The word that the NIV, NASB, and the NRSV translate as kindly in Ruth 2:13 is actually the Hebrew word for heart. nbsp;This study centers on kindness in light of the Heart as the spiritual, emotional, and mental center of a person. nbsp;Pastor John looks at how God weighs the heart and transforms it and how this impacts the fruit of the Spirit, Kindness. nbsp;Join Pastor John and discover how to speak to the heart of others. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/kindness-is-love-and-covenant/ http://skylandumc.org/kindness-is-love-and-covenant/#comments Sat, 15 May 2010 13:00:30 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1174 http://skylandumc.org/kindness-is-love-and-covenant/feed/ 0 29:41 May 2, 2010 - Ruth 1-4 Pastor John begins a new series on the fruit of the Spirit, Kindness. nbsp;In the book of Ruth ... May 2, 2010 - Ruth 1-4 Pastor John begins a new series on the fruit of the Spirit, Kindness. nbsp;In the book of Ruth we see many acts and expressions of kindness. These actions reveal part of the nature of kindness to be love and covenant. nbsp;Join this study to discover the Hebrew understanding of kindness. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/patience-how-do-we-get-it-and-what-do-we-do-with-it/ http://skylandumc.org/patience-how-do-we-get-it-and-what-do-we-do-with-it/#comments Thu, 29 Apr 2010 18:38:37 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1150 http://skylandumc.org/patience-how-do-we-get-it-and-what-do-we-do-with-it/feed/ 0 28:25 April 25, 2010 - Psalm 27:14 This final installment on our sermon series on Patience deals with the Christian's ability to be patient in all ... April 25, 2010 - Psalm 27:14 This final installment on our sermon series on Patience deals with the Christian's ability to be patient in all circumstances. nbsp;Many are surprised to discover that biblical patience is not something that is earned or exercised. nbsp;What is the biblical understanding of patience, and how is it different from the world's understanding of patience? nbsp;Patience is a fruit of the Holy Spirit. nbsp;So, how do we get it, and what do we do with it? nbsp;Join Pastor John for the answers to these questions and more. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/is-god-ever-impatient/ http://skylandumc.org/is-god-ever-impatient/#comments Thu, 29 Apr 2010 18:35:42 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1148 http://skylandumc.org/is-god-ever-impatient/feed/ 0 33:20 April 18, 2010 - Was God impatient with mankind when He sent the flood? nbsp;Was God impatient after they made and worshipped the Golden Calf? ... April 18, 2010 - Was God impatient with mankind when He sent the flood? nbsp;Was God impatient after they made and worshipped the Golden Calf? nbsp;Was God impatient with Korah and Achan? nbsp;Join Pastor John for a look at each of these stories and more in the second installment of a three-part sermon series on patience. nbsp;These "destruction" narratives from the Old Testament teach us valuable lessons about how we can practice patience in our personal lives. Skyland,,Church,,Preaching,,Sermon,,UMC,,John,Freeland,,United,Methodist Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/gods-patience/ http://skylandumc.org/gods-patience/#comments Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:54:40 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1133 http://skylandumc.org/gods-patience/feed/ 0 29:12 April 11, 2010 - Psalm 86:15 With this teaching, Pastor John begins a three-part sermon series on Patience. nbsp;Patience seems simple doesn't. nbsp;We've heard it ... April 11, 2010 - Psalm 86:15 With this teaching, Pastor John begins a three-part sermon series on Patience. nbsp;Patience seems simple doesn't. nbsp;We've heard it said, "Don't ask for patience, you just might get it." nbsp;The meaning, of course, is that the process of getting patience is a difficult one. nbsp;Some believe that patience comes by trial and error. nbsp;With a look at Abraham and a few other Biblical examples, Pastor John begins this series by exploring God's patience with sinful man. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/resurrection/ http://skylandumc.org/resurrection/#comments Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:10:52 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1129 http://skylandumc.org/resurrection/feed/ 0 17:44 April 4, 2010 - 1 Corinthians 15:20-26 Easter Sunday morning proclaims a single core conviction: The tomb is empty! nbsp;Join Pastor John to discover the ... April 4, 2010 - 1 Corinthians 15:20-26 Easter Sunday morning proclaims a single core conviction: The tomb is empty! nbsp;Join Pastor John to discover the true Resurrection Man. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/how-to-live-a-peaceful-life/ http://skylandumc.org/how-to-live-a-peaceful-life/#comments Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:43:11 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1121 http://skylandumc.org/how-to-live-a-peaceful-life/feed/ 0 19:40 March 28, 2010 - Romans 8:6; Isaiah 26:3 Someone said, "Life happens." nbsp;That's the clean version of that saying. nbsp;Life can be difficult at ... March 28, 2010 - Romans 8:6; Isaiah 26:3 Someone said, "Life happens." nbsp;That's the clean version of that saying. nbsp;Life can be difficult at times and sometimes we don't make it easier on ourselves. nbsp;Pastor John concludes this series on Peace with this teaching on the things that separate us from God's peace and how we can pursue that peace. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/peace-with-god/ http://skylandumc.org/peace-with-god/#comments Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:41:52 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1119 http://skylandumc.org/peace-with-god/feed/ 0 34:58 March 21, 2010 - Mark 5:21-43 The Biblical accounts of the healing of Jairus' daughter and the woman with an issue of blood demonstrate Jesus' ... March 21, 2010 - Mark 5:21-43 The Biblical accounts of the healing of Jairus' daughter and the woman with an issue of blood demonstrate Jesus' power, but they also teach us a lesson about Peace. nbsp;Join Pastor John for a careful look at these scriptures to discover how you can be made whole. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/peace-comes-from-a-relationship-with-jesus/ http://skylandumc.org/peace-comes-from-a-relationship-with-jesus/#comments Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:04:29 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1101 http://skylandumc.org/peace-comes-from-a-relationship-with-jesus/feed/ 0 33:15 March 14, 2010 - 2 Samuel 9:1-13 David and Jonathan were best friends. After Jonathan and his father's, King Saul's, death, David became ... March 14, 2010 - 2 Samuel 9:1-13 David and Jonathan were best friends. After Jonathan and his father's, King Saul's, death, David became king. It was expected that the new king to slaughter the family of the previous king. David however sought to find the son of Jonathan so so he could honor him. This story has much to teach us about Jesus and the peace He offers. Join Pastor John as he unfolds the symbolism hidden in this passage and discovers the offer of peace given through Jesus and His death, resurrection, and ascension. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/peace-comes-from-god/ http://skylandumc.org/peace-comes-from-god/#comments Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:46:37 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1098 http://skylandumc.org/peace-comes-from-god/feed/ 0 28:16 March 7th, 2010 - Judges 6:1-16 The book of Judges is one in which Israel repeats a cycle of joyful obedience followed by idolatry, then ... March 7th, 2010 - Judges 6:1-16 The book of Judges is one in which Israel repeats a cycle of joyful obedience followed by idolatry, then oppression, then crying out to God, then deliverance. nbsp;In Judges 6, Gideon is called to deliver Israel from the oppression of Midian. nbsp;Discover what this story tells us about the Peace God offers to us. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/love-one-another/ http://skylandumc.org/love-one-another/#comments Wed, 03 Mar 2010 17:22:38 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1074 http://skylandumc.org/love-one-another/feed/ 0 28:28 February 28, 2010 - Matthew 22 Following the command to "love God with our heart, soul, mind and strength," is the command to "love your ... February 28, 2010 - Matthew 22 Following the command to "love God with our heart, soul, mind and strength," is the command to "love your neighbor as yourself." nbsp;If we are honest we will admit that some folks are just not that lovable! nbsp;How can we hope to obey such a command. nbsp;To make it worse, Jesus commands us to "love our enemies" and to "love one another as Jesus first loved us." nbsp;Join Pastor John as he explores how following these commands are possible in the Christian life. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/mans-love-for-god/ http://skylandumc.org/mans-love-for-god/#comments Wed, 03 Mar 2010 17:20:17 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1072 http://skylandumc.org/mans-love-for-god/feed/ 0 27:54 February 21, 2010 - Psalm 116 We are given the Great Commandment to "love God with our heart, soul, mind and strength." nbsp;Little has been ... February 21, 2010 - Psalm 116 We are given the Great Commandment to "love God with our heart, soul, mind and strength." nbsp;Little has been published on this topic and even less has been published on how to actually accomplish this command. nbsp;Join Pastor John as he looks not only at the command but also how to successfully obey this command. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/the-bridegrooms-love-for-his-bride/ http://skylandumc.org/the-bridegrooms-love-for-his-bride/#comments Wed, 03 Mar 2010 17:16:46 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1069 http://skylandumc.org/the-bridegrooms-love-for-his-bride/feed/ 0 27:00 February 14, 2010 - 1 Corinthians 13 This second part of a four-part sermon series on Love looks at both 1 Corinthians 13 and the ... February 14, 2010 - 1 Corinthians 13 This second part of a four-part sermon series on Love looks at both 1 Corinthians 13 and the Song of Solomon to explore the Love that Christ has for His Church. nbsp;Listen and discover the many ways that Jesus loves you. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/the-lost-son-and-the-fathers-love/ http://skylandumc.org/the-lost-son-and-the-fathers-love/#comments Sat, 13 Feb 2010 14:24:46 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1061 http://skylandumc.org/the-lost-son-and-the-fathers-love/feed/ 0 27:56 February 7, 2010 - Luke 15:11-32 Guest Speaker, Missionary Andrew Howell, discusses God's love for us as described by Jesus' parable of the lost son. February 7, 2010 - Luke 15:11-32 Guest Speaker, Missionary Andrew Howell, discusses God's love for us as described by Jesus' parable of the lost son. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/living-a-joyous-life/ http://skylandumc.org/living-a-joyous-life/#comments Mon, 01 Feb 2010 17:36:39 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1054 http://skylandumc.org/living-a-joyous-life/feed/ 0 50:04 January 31, 2010 - Romans 14:17 #38; John 10:10b "I came that they may have life and have it abundantly"nbsp; Guest Speaker Dr. Jim Pirkle ... January 31, 2010 - Romans 14:17 #38; John 10:10b "I came that they may have life and have it abundantly"nbsp; Guest Speaker Dr. Jim Pirkle finishes Skyland's five week study of Joy. In this sermon Dr. Pirkle discusses how Christians should live joyously through Christ in spite of circumstances. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/finding-joy-in-trials-and-persecutions/ http://skylandumc.org/finding-joy-in-trials-and-persecutions/#comments Mon, 01 Feb 2010 15:28:51 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1050 http://skylandumc.org/finding-joy-in-trials-and-persecutions/feed/ 0 23:42 January 24, 2010 - James 1:2 Continuing with his sermon series on Joy, Pastor John exploresnbsp;James 1:2, "Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you ... January 24, 2010 - James 1:2 Continuing with his sermon series on Joy, Pastor John exploresnbsp;James 1:2, "Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encounter various trials." nbsp;Is this actually possible in times of economic difficulty and natural disasters?nbsp;nbsp;It is possible! nbsp;Listen and find out how. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/joy-is-a-decision/ http://skylandumc.org/joy-is-a-decision/#comments Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:08:40 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1048 http://skylandumc.org/joy-is-a-decision/feed/ 0 23:24 January 17, 2010 - Psalm 95:2 Joy is a decision when we decide to release the Joy of our salvation, but there are many "joy ... January 17, 2010 - Psalm 95:2 Joy is a decision when we decide to release the Joy of our salvation, but there are many "joy busters" that interfere with such expressions of joy. nbsp;Unforgiveness is the most powerful to these "joy busters." nbsp;Pastor John considers the reconciliation of Joseph and his brothers to discover how forgiveness brings the freedom to express the joy of the Lord. Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/the-joy-of-salvation/ http://skylandumc.org/the-joy-of-salvation/#comments Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:48:42 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1044 http://skylandumc.org/the-joy-of-salvation/feed/ 0 20:49 January 10, 2010 - Psalm 51:12 There is great joy in the salvation of God. nbsp;Those who believe in Jesus have reason to rejoice. nbsp;Join ... January 10, 2010 - Psalm 51:12 There is great joy in the salvation of God. nbsp;Those who believe in Jesus have reason to rejoice. nbsp;Join Pastor John as he continues his sermon series on Joy with this exploration of the Joy of Salvation! Podcast Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/joy-a-gift-from-god/ http://skylandumc.org/joy-a-gift-from-god/#comments Thu, 07 Jan 2010 13:49:11 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1034 http://skylandumc.org/joy-a-gift-from-god/feed/ 0 23:46 January 3, 2010 - Zephaniah 3:14-17 Joy is such an important aspect of life that the Old Testament uses 27 different Hebrew words which we ... January 3, 2010 - Zephaniah 3:14-17 Joy is such an important aspect of life that the Old Testament uses 27 different Hebrew words which we translate "joy." nbsp;Using several different scriptures, Pastor John explores this gift of God and how it applies to the Christian life today including loving righteousness, hating wickedness, devouring the Word of God, and being continually filled with joy. nbsp;This is the first of a five part sermon series. Skyland,,Church,,Preaching,,Sermon,,UMC,,John,Freeland,,United,Methodist Skyland Church no No http://skylandumc.org/boy-genius/ http://skylandumc.org/boy-genius/#comments Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:34 +0000 yates http://skylandumc.org/?p=1032 http://skylandumc.org/boy-genius/feed/ 0 21:25 December 27, 2009 - Luke 2:44-52 What do Steve Martin and Madonna have in common? ndash; thatrsquo;s Madonna the singer, not the other one.nbsp; These ... December 27, 2009 - Luke 2:44-52 What do Steve Martin and Madonna have in common? ndash; thatrsquo;s Madonna the singer, not the other one.nbsp; These verses give us a little information about Jesus as a boy.nbsp; Why were they included at all since they seem to tell us practically nothing about His childhood?nbsp; Join Pastor John as he explores what these verses have to say to us about the intimate relationship the boy Jesus had with His heavenly Father and the intimate relationship Jesus designed for us. Podcast Skyland Church no No