Arizona town code forbids church groups from meeting in private homes.

In Gilbert, AZ, the town code bars religious assemblies in private homes. The Oasis of Truth church began meeting at Paster Joe Sutherland's house in November of 2009 and rotated homes several times per week for Bible study and socializing. The church received a violation notice when a code compliance officer saw a sign advertising Sunday services.

A zoning administrator told the church that Bible studies, church leadership meetings and fellowship activities are not permitted in private homes. This law is barred by the First Amendment of the Constitution.