Background

Terms & Conditions

At Palm Lake Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and its Hispanic Ministry (“the Church,” “we”), we establish the following Terms and Conditions of Use, which govern access to and use of this website (“the Site”).

By accessing, browsing, or using the Site, you acknowledge and agree to comply with these terms. If you do not agree with any of their provisions, you are advised to refrain from using the Site.

Updated: December 2025
1.

General use of the site

The main purpose of the Site is to:

  • Share information about the Church’s schedule and activities
  • Offer resources and tools for spiritual edification and community service
  • Provide ways to make contact and to register for events or ministries
  • Give access to educational, devotional, or informational content

You agree to use the Site only for lawful and respectful purposes, in keeping with the Christian mission of our congregation.

2.

User accounts and registrations

Some sections of the Site may require you to:

  • Create a user account
  • Register for activities
  • Access restricted content
  • Update personal information

If this functionality is activated, you agree to:

  • Provide true, current, and complete information
  • Keep your login credentials confidential
  • Notify us if you suspect unauthorized activity on your account
  • Take responsibility for all activity carried out under your account

The Church reserves the right to suspend or cancel accounts that violate these terms or are used inappropriately.

3.

Communications and forms

By using contact or registration forms, you agree that we may communicate with you to:

  • Respond to your message
  • Confirm your registration
  • Provide information related to the corresponding activity or ministry

We will not use your information for unrelated purposes without your consent.

4.

Online donations

When you make a donation through the Site, you understand and accept the conditions that apply to electronic contributions:

  • All donations are voluntary and non-refundable, except in cases of a duly confirmed technical error.
  • Payments are processed by secure external platforms, which are responsible for handling and encrypting financial information.
  • The Church does not store the full credit or debit card information used during the transaction.
  • Any discrepancy or unrecognized charge must be reported immediately for review and appropriate handling.
5.

Use of the Site’s content

The content of the Site — including texts, images, sermons, educational materials, logos, and downloadable resources — is the property of the Church or is used with permission.

You may:

  • Read and share the content for personal or ministerial use
  • Print resources for non-commercial educational or devotional purposes

You may not:

  • Copy, redistribute, or publish content for commercial purposes
  • Alter official materials without permission
  • Use the Church’s logo or visual identity without written authorization

For special uses, you can contact us.

6.

User conduct

By using the Site, you agree NOT to:

  • Post content that is offensive, harmful, defamatory, or contrary to the Christian faith
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to systems, accounts, or databases
  • Distribute viruses or malware or engage in activities that affect the operation of the Site
  • Use the Site for political campaigns, unsolicited advertising, or unlawful activities

The Church has the right to restrict or remove access if these rules are violated.

7.

Third-party links

The Site may include links to external platforms (resources, videos, documents, donations, etc.).

The Church does not control and is not responsible for:

  • Their content
  • Their privacy policies
  • Their data or security practices

We encourage you to review the terms and privacy practices of each external site you visit.

8.

Liability and limitations

Although we strive to keep information current and the site secure, you acknowledge that:

  • The Site’s content is offered “as is,” without absolute guarantees
  • The Church is not responsible for content errors, service interruptions, or damages arising from the use of the Site
  • We do not guarantee permanent availability of the Site or its functions
  • We are not responsible for losses caused by third parties, technological failures, or factors beyond our control

Use of the Site is at your own risk.

9.

Protection of minors

The Site may include information about children’s and youth ministries. Therefore, forms involving minors must be completed by a parent or legal guardian.

We do not request personal information from minors without the consent of those responsible for them.

10.

Modifications to the Site and the Terms

The Church may modify, update, or suspend parts of the Site at any time. Likewise, we may update these Terms and Conditions when necessary.

The date of the update will always appear at the top of the document.

Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

11.

How to contact us

If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, you can reach us through the church’s official channels listed in the contact section.