General Information of Terms

These Terms represent the entire agreement between you and Ephrata Community Church regarding your use of the Website and App. They supersede any previous agreements related to these platforms.

If any provision of these Terms is deemed unenforceable or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, while the rest of the Terms remain in full force and effect.

Your rights under these Terms are non-transferable. To request deletion of your account, please contact us.

Description of Services Provided

The Website and App offer access to a growing variety of services and resources at no charge. These include giving, spiritual development content, videos, informational articles, news and updates, tools, forums, and personalized content. By using the Website and App, you consent to receive internal communications from us, including administrative messages and service announcements.

Use of the Website and App may incur third-party fees (e.g., carrier charges, ISP fees). You are responsible for these fees.

Mobile Devices

Ephrata Community Church provides the Website and App at no cost, but standard data and messaging rates may apply from your mobile carrier.

Privacy

We take your privacy seriously. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect and use your information when you use the Website and App.

Account Information and Security

Users agree to:

• Provide accurate, truthful, and current personal information
• Not create accounts for others without permission
• Not create a replacement account if yours is disabled without permission
• Abide by account age restrictions: under 13 prohibited, under 18 may require parental consent
• Keep contact details current
• Not use usernames or identifiers that violate any rights or are misleading
  

We reserve the right to remove or reclaim any username if deemed necessary.

Conduct

You are solely responsible for all content (text, media, uploads, etc.) that you transmit or make available via the Website and App. You agree not to use the platforms to:

• Post or transmit unlawful, harmful, hateful, or objectionable material
• Harm minors
• Impersonate others
• Disguise the origin of content
• Upload content you do not have legal rights to share
• Infringe on intellectual property
• Distribute unsolicited advertising or spam
• Spread viruses or harmful code
• Disrupt other users’ experience
• Violate local, state, national, or international laws
• Support designated terrorist organizations
• Harass or stalk other users
• Store unauthorized personal user data

All content is provided “as is,” “where is,” and “as available.” Ephrata Community Church makes no guarantees about the quality or availability of content or services.

Amendments

Terms may be updated at any time, and updates become effective upon posting. You are encouraged to review these Terms regularly.

Termination

Ephrata Community Church reserves the right to terminate your account at any time, with or without cause. We are not liable to you or any third party for termination of access.

Modifications to Service

We may modify or discontinue any part of the Website or App at any time. You agree that Ephrata Community Church is not liable for any changes or interruptions.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Any disputes will be resolved in state or federal courts located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.

Claims under these Terms must be filed within one (1) year of the issue, or they are permanently barred.

Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold Ephrata Community Church harmless from any claims, damages, or legal fees arising from your use of the Website or App.

Limitation of Liability

Ephrata Community Church is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, including loss of data or profits, even if we were advised of the possibility. All use is at your own risk.

Third Parties

These Terms do not create any third-party beneficiary rights.

Any dealings you have with third parties found through the Website or App are solely between you and them. We are not liable for any issues resulting from such interactions.

Notice

Notices about changes to these Terms may be provided via email, mail, SMS, postings, or other reasonable means.

Proprietary Rights

All content and materials on the Website and App are the property of Ephrata Community Church and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You agree not to copy, modify, or distribute any content without prior permission.

Trademark Information

All marks, logos, and service names used on the Website or App are trademarks of Ephrata Community Church. You agree not to use them without written consent.

Claims of Intellectual Property Infringement

If you believe your intellectual property rights have been violated, contact:
connect@ephratacommunity.church and include:
- Your signature (electronic or physical)
- Description of the material being infringed
- Location of the material on the Website/App
- Your contact information
- Statement of good faith belief that use is unauthorized
- Statement under penalty of perjury that the information is accurate and you are authorized to act

Special Provisions for Users Outside the U.S.

By accessing the Website and App from outside the U.S., you agree to:

• The transfer and processing of your data in the U.S.
• Not using the platforms if legally restricted by your country
• Not engaging in commercial activity if your country is embargoed by the U.S.

Violation of These Terms

Violating these Terms may result in legal action and recovery of damages, attorney fees, and other relief. Ephrata Community Church may seek injunctive or equitable relief as necessary.