Terms and Conditions for Grace Community Baptist Church Website

Introduction

Grace Community Baptist Church (“we,” “our,” or “the Church”) provides this website as a resource to support our mission, ministries, and community life. These Terms and Conditions outline the rules, responsibilities, and expectations for all visitors to our website. By continuing to use this site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions, as well as our Notice of Privacy Practices, which explains how personal information is collected and used.

Our goal is to offer a safe, respectful, and spiritually encouraging online environment. These terms help ensure that our website remains a trustworthy space for communication, learning, worship engagement, and online giving.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Grace Community Baptist Church website, you agree to abide by these Terms and Conditions as well as our Notice of Privacy Practices. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please discontinue use of the site.

2. Purpose of the Website

This website supports the mission and ministries of Grace Community Baptist Church by providing information, resources, and opportunities for engagement. Content is offered for spiritual, educational, and community‑building purposes and should not be interpreted as legal, financial, or professional advice.

3. Use of Website Content

All materials on this site—including text, images, videos, graphics, and downloadable resources—are the property of Grace Community Baptist Church or its content providers.

You may:

  • View, download, or print content for personal or ministry‑related use

  • Share content with proper attribution

You may not:

  • Modify, distribute, or republish content without written permission

  • Use content for commercial purposes

  • Misrepresent the church or its ministries

These expectations mirror the stewardship and respect reflected in our Privacy Notice.

4. User Submissions

When you submit information through forms (e.g., prayer requests, registrations, volunteer sign‑ups), you agree to:

  • Provide accurate information

  • Refrain from submitting harmful, inappropriate, or unlawful content

  • Allow the church to use submitted information for ministry‑related purposes

Personal information submitted through the website is handled in accordance with our Notice of Privacy Practices, including sections on information collection, use, and data security.

5. Online Giving & Financial Transactions

Online donations and payments are processed through trusted third‑party providers using industry‑standard encryption and security protocols. By making a financial contribution, you agree to the terms of those providers.

Consistent with our Privacy Notice:

  • Grace Community Baptist Church does not store or access full payment details, such as credit card or bank account numbers

  • Information collected during giving (e.g., name, contact information, contribution amount) is used solely for processing your gift, maintaining financial records, and providing giving statements

  • Financial information is never sold, shared, or used for unrelated purposes

6. Links to External Websites

Our website may contain links to third‑party sites for convenience. Grace Community Baptist Church does not control and is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of external websites. Users should review the terms and privacy notices of those sites.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website and its content are provided “as is,” without warranties of any kind. While we strive for accuracy and reliability, Grace Community Baptist Church does not guarantee:

  • Uninterrupted or error‑free operation

  • That content is always current or complete

  • That the site is free from viruses or harmful components

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Grace Community Baptist Church is not liable for damages arising from:

  • Use or inability to use the website

  • Reliance on information provided on the site

  • Issues caused by third‑party services or links

9. Children’s Use of the Website

Children under 13 may use the website only with parental or guardian consent. Certain features (such as online forms) may require an adult to submit. This aligns with the Children’s Privacy section of our Notice of Privacy Practices.

10. Changes to These Terms

Grace Community Baptist Church may update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. Updates will be reflected with a “Last Updated” date, consistent with our Privacy Notice.

11. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the state in which Grace Community Baptist Church is located, without regard to conflict‑of‑law principles.

12. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact:
office@gracechurchastoria.org
1195 Irving Ave. Astoria, OR 97103
503-741-1071