TERMS & CONDITIONS

Effective Date: August 1, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to the St. Luke's United Methodist Church website. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website or services.

Use of Our Website

Acceptable Use

You may use our website for lawful purposes related to learning about our church, its ministries, and participating in our community. You agree not to:

  • Use the website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms

  • Upload, post, or transmit content that is harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, or otherwise objectionable

  • Impersonate any person or entity

  • Interfere with the website's operation or security

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems

  • Collect personal information about other users without consent

Age Requirements

Users must be at least 13 years old to use interactive features of our website. For children's program registrations, parental consent is required.

Intellectual Property

Our Content

All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of St. Luke's UMC or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. The United Methodist cross and flame logo is a trademark of The United Methodist Church.

User Content

When you submit content to our website (such as prayer requests or comments), you grant us a non-exclusive right to use, display, and distribute that content in connection with our church activities. You represent that you have the right to share such content.

Registration and Programs

Event Registration

When you register for events or programs, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information

  • Pay any applicable fees in a timely manner

  • Follow program rules and guidelines

  • Notify us of any changes to your registration

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation policies vary by program and will be clearly stated during registration. Generally, cancellations made with reasonable notice may be eligible for refunds, minus any processing fees.

Donations and Payments

Online Giving

By making donations through our website, you authorize us to process your payment and agree that:

  • All donations are voluntary and non-refundable unless required by law

  • You are responsible for any tax implications of your donations

  • Payment information will be processed securely through our third-party payment processor

Payment Security

We use industry-standard encryption to protect payment information. However, you acknowledge that internet transmissions are not 100% secure.

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference and governs how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Disclaimers and Limitations

Website Availability

We strive to maintain our website's availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. We may temporarily suspend access for maintenance or technical issues.

Content Accuracy

While we make efforts to ensure information accuracy, we do not warrant that website content is always current, complete, or error-free. Church activities, schedules, and information may change without notice.

External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of external sites.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, St. Luke's UMC and its staff, volunteers, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of our website or services.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless St. Luke's UMC from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of our website or violation of these Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [State] without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of [County, State].

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. Significant changes will be posted on our website, and your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website for violations of these Terms or for any other reason at our discretion.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and St. Luke's UMC regarding your use of our website and services.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:

St. Luke's United Methodist Church
3011 W kansas Ave
Midland, TX 79701

(432) 694-2571

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Last updated: August 1, 2025

St. Luke's United Methodist Church is a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization under Internal Revenue Code section 170.