Terms & Conditions

Effective from: 1^st April 2025  

Introduction

Welcome to Riverwoods Church. By accessing or using our website, attending services, participating in our programs, or interacting with us in any way, you agree to abide by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please refrain from using our services.

General Terms

• Riverwoods Church is a faith-based organization that fosters spiritual growth, community involvement, and worship.
• These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website, participation in our programs, donations, and other engagements with Riverwoods Church.
• We reserve the right to update these terms without prior notice. Your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any revisions.

Use of Website and Digital Resources

• All content on our website, including text, graphics, videos, and images, is the property of Riverwoods Church and may not be used without permission.
• Users must not engage in unlawful activities, distribute harmful materials, or interfere with the website’s functionality.
• We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, but we do not guarantee completeness or accuracy at all times.

Participation in Services and Events

• Riverwoods Church offers worship services, life groups, community outreach, and other events. Participation is voluntary and subject to adherence to our faith-based principles.
• We reserve the right to deny participation to anyone engaging in disruptive, harmful, or inappropriate behavior.
• Parents or legal guardians supervise and ensure minors attend our services and programs.

Donations and Giving

• Donations to Riverwoods Church are used to further our mission, support ministries, and sustain church operations.
• Contributions are non-refundable unless an error occurs in processing. If you experience an issue, contact our finance team at office@riverwoodschurch.com.
• Online giving is facilitated through third-party services. We are not responsible for technical errors, fraud, or security breaches related to third-party transactions.

Privacy and Confidentiality

• Riverwoods Church respects the privacy of its members and website visitors. Personal information collected is used for church operations and communications.
• We do not sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties except as required by law or with explicit consent.
• By submitting your contact information to Riverwoods Church, you agree to receive relevant updates and communications from us.

Community Guidelines

• All individuals engaging with Riverwoods Church, whether online or in person, are expected to treat others with kindness, respect, and integrity.
• Hate speech, harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate conduct will not be tolerated. It may result in removal from our programs or events.
• We encourage open dialogue but reserve the right to moderate and remove any content that is deemed inappropriate or harmful.

Limitation of Liability

• Riverwoods Church, its staff, volunteers, and affiliates shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from participating in our services, events, or website use.
• While we take reasonable measures to ensure safety, we are not responsible for accidents, injuries, or losses occurring on church premises or during church-sponsored activities.
• Users are responsible for their conduct and decisions when engaging with Riverwoods Church’s resources and programs.

Third-Party Links and Services

• Our website may contain links to external sites. Riverwoods Church is not responsible for third-party websites’ content, policies, or practices.
• We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party services before engaging with them.

Intellectual Property

• All sermons, teachings, materials, and digital content produced by Riverwoods Church are protected under copyright law.
• Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of our intellectual property is strictly prohibited.
• Requests for use of our materials can be directed to info@riverwoodschurch.com.

Termination of Services

• Riverwoods Church reserves the right to terminate or restrict access to any individual violating these Terms and Conditions.
• We may discontinue certain services, programs, or features without prior notice.

Governing Law

• These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted by the laws of [State/Country].
• Any disputes arising under these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the local courts.

Contact Information

For any questions, concerns, or clarifications regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at info@riverwoodschurch.com