Terms and Conditions of Use

Effective Date: 2026-07-13

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These Terms and Conditions of Use apply to your access to and use of the website operated by St. Raphael’s Catholic Church of Glengarry  (the “Church,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), including any pages, forms, media, donation features, newsletters, event registrations, and other online services made available through the website.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the website.

1. Purpose of the Website

The website is provided to share information about the Church, its beliefs, worship services, ministries, events, sermons, resources, outreach activities, and opportunities to connect, serve, volunteer, or give. The website is intended for general informational, educational, spiritual, and community-building purposes. 

2. Use of the Website

You agree to use the website in a lawful, respectful, and responsible manner. You must not use the website in any way that interferes with its operation, compromises its security, infringes the rights of others, or is inconsistent with the mission and values of the Church.

You agree not to submit false, misleading, harmful, abusive, unlawful, defamatory, harassing, discriminatory, obscene, or otherwise inappropriate content through any form, registration page, comment feature, email link, or other interactive function on the website. 

3. Website Content

We make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and current information on the website, but we do not guarantee that all content will be complete, accurate, error-free, or up to date at all times. Service times, event details, ministry information, policies, and other content may change without notice.

The website may include sermons, articles, devotionals, announcements, ministry resources, videos, images, music, or other materials. These materials are provided for personal, non-commercial use unless otherwise stated. 

4. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise indicated, all website content, including text, graphics, logos, photographs, videos, audio recordings, sermons, designs, and other materials, is owned by or licensed to the Church and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may view, download, print, or share website materials for personal, spiritual, educational, or ministry-related non-commercial purposes, provided that you do not modify the materials, remove copyright or ownership notices, or use the materials in a misleading or inappropriate way. Any other use requires prior written permission from the Church. 

5. Online Giving and Donations

The website may provide opportunities to make tithes, offerings, donations, or other financial contributions to the Church or its ministries. All donations are voluntary. Donations may be processed by third-party payment service providers, and your use of those services may be subject to their own terms, conditions, privacy policies, and fees.

Unless otherwise required by law or approved by the Church in its discretion, donations are generally non-refundable. If you believe a donation was made in error, duplicated, or processed incorrectly, please contact the Church as soon as possible so the matter can be reviewed.

If the Church is a registered charity and is eligible to issue official donation receipts. Receipts will be issued in accordance with applicable Canada Revenue Agency requirements and the Church’s receipting procedures. Please ensure that any information you provide for receipting purposes is accurate and complete.

6. Event Registration, Volunteers, and Forms

The website may allow you to register for events, request information, sign up for newsletters, volunteer, submit prayer requests, or contact Church staff or ministry leaders. You agree to provide accurate information and to update it if necessary.

Participation in Church programs, events, volunteer opportunities, or ministries may be subject to additional requirements, guidelines, waivers, screening processes, codes of conduct, or policies.

7. Privacy

Your use of the website may involve the collection, use, and storage of personal information, such as your name, contact information, donation details, registration information, prayer requests, volunteer information, or communications with the Church. The Church is committed to handling personal information responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and its privacy practices.

If the Church has a separate Privacy Policy, that policy should be read together with these Terms and Conditions of Use. Please do not submit sensitive personal information through the website unless it is necessary for the purpose of your communication and you are comfortable providing it.

8. Children and Youth

The Church values the safety and privacy of children and youth. Children and youth should use the website only with appropriate parental or guardian involvement. Parents and guardians are responsible for supervising minors’ online activity and for determining whether website content and online features are appropriate for them. 

9. Third-Party Websites and Services

The website may include links to third-party websites, social media platforms, streaming services, payment processors, maps, videos, or other external resources. These links are provided for convenience only. The Church does not control and is not responsible for third-party websites, services, content, privacy practices, security, availability, or transactions.

Your use of any third-party website or service is at your own risk and may be governed by that third party’s own terms and policies. 

10. No Professional Advice

Website content is provided for general informational, educational, and spiritual purposes only. It is not intended to replace professional advice, including legal, financial, medical, counselling, crisis, or mental health advice. If you need urgent assistance or professional support, please contact an appropriate qualified professional, emergency service, or local crisis resource. 

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Church makes no warranties or representations, express or implied, regarding the website, including its availability, accuracy, reliability, security, fitness for a particular purpose, or freedom from viruses or other harmful components. 

12. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Church and its directors, officers, employees, pastors, ministry leaders, volunteers, agents, and representatives will not be liable for any loss, damage, claim, cost, or expense arising from or related to your use of, or inability to use, the website or any linked third-party website or service.

13. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Church and its directors, officers, employees, pastors, ministry leaders, volunteers, agents, and representatives from and against any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses arising from your misuse of the website, your violation of these terms, or your violation of any rights of another person or organization. 

14. Changes to the Website and Terms

The Church may update, suspend, discontinue, or change the website or any part of it at any time without notice. The Church may also update these Terms and Conditions of Use from time to time. Any updated terms will be posted on the website with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted means that you accept the updated terms. 

15. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions of Use are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the applicable laws of Canada, unless another jurisdiction is specified by the Church. Any dispute related to these terms or the website will be addressed in accordance with applicable law.  

16. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions of Use, please contact:

St. Raphael’s Catholic Church
19998 County Rd. 18
Williamstown, ON. K0C2J0
Email: straphaelsparish1786@gmail.com