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Terms of Use

Updated March 2025

Introduction to Our Terms of Use

Thank you for visiting this website, offered by Springdale Nazarene Church, Inc. and our affiliated legal entities ("Springdale Nazarene Church," "SNC," "SNCLife," "we," "us," or "our"). These Terms of Use (the "Terms") govern your access to and use of our websites, including snclife.org and springdalenaz.ccbchurch.com (collectively, our "Websites"), as well as the services and tools related to the Websites (including but not limited to any mobile and software applications downloaded from these Websites or obtained elsewhere) (collectively, the "Services").

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The Websites and Services are available ONLY TO USERS 13 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER. Please read these Terms carefully. If you have any questions, please contact our Web Support Team. By accessing or using our Websites or Services, you agree to these Terms, which include our Privacy Policy incorporated herein by reference.

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NOTICE REGARDING DISPUTE RESOLUTION: In accordance with 1 Corinthians 6:1-8, all disputes or claims arising under this Privacy Policy, or relating in any way to your use of the Websites or Services, will be resolved first by mediation. If mediation is unsuccessful, disputes will be settled through final and binding arbitration as provided in Section 9 of our Terms of Use. Unless you opt out, you agree to pursue claims against Springdale Nazarene Church solely on an individual basis and not as part of any class or representative action.

1. Modification of Terms of Use

We may update these Terms periodically, and your continued use of our Websites or Services after changes are made constitutes your acceptance of those changes. Any updates will be posted on this page. If material changes occur, we will notify you via email (if provided) and through a notice on the Websites. The date of the last revision will always be indicated at the top of the page.

2. Access, License, and Privacy

2.1 Access and License
If you are 13 years or older, we grant you a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access our Websites and use our Services solely for personal, non-commercial purposes (the "License").
 

  • General Use License: Content on our Websites and Services (including text, visuals, icons, media, databases, and general information) is owned or licensed by us. You may view, download, and print material for personal, non-commercial use unless otherwise stated.

  • Exceptions to General Use License: Certain materials are subject to different use rights, such as:

    • Content from keithwaggoner.com, which follows separate Printing and Reposting use policies.

    • Downloads requiring acceptance of separate license agreements (e.g., open-source software).

    • Social media kits with specific use restrictions (e.g., profile pictures on Facebook or Twitter).

  • Media Rights: Media personnel may reproduce materials for traditional public news forums unless stated otherwise.

  • Restrictions on Use: You may not:

    • Post content from our Websites or Services on other platforms without permission.

    • Transmit or distribute materials to other sites or services.

    • Use our Websites or Services, including collected information (e.g., user names and addresses), for commercial purposes such as selling products, soliciting clients, or promotions.


If you violate these Terms, we may terminate your License without notice. We may investigate violations by gathering information and taking necessary actions, including removing content, issuing warnings, or suspending access. We fully cooperate with law enforcement authorities when investigating violations.

2.2 Privacy
We prioritize your privacy. Please review our Privacy Policy, which governs your access to and use of the Websites and Services. All collected information is subject to our Privacy Policy, and by using the Websites or Services, you consent to data processing as described in the policy. Any information collected by SNC may be transferred to the United States and/or other countries for storage, processing, and use by Springdale Nazarene Church and its affiliates.

3. Registration Policy and Account Security

To access the Websites or Services, or some of the resources they offer, you may be required to create an SNC Commons Account and provide certain registration details or other information. You agree to: (i) provide accurate, current, and complete information about yourself as requested in any registration form (the “Registration Data”) and (ii) maintain and promptly update the Registration Data to ensure its accuracy and completeness. Springdale Nazarene Church will use the email address provided in your Registration Data for notices, statements, and other communications, so you must keep it current.

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If you create or receive a username, password, or other security credentials, you must treat this information as confidential and not share it with any other person or entity. Your SNC Commons Account is personal and must not be used to grant others access to the Websites or Services. To safeguard security, you must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your credentials or any other breach of security. Exercise caution when accessing your account from public or shared computers to prevent unauthorized access to your information. We reserve the right to disable any username, password, or other identifier at our discretion if we believe you have violated these Terms of Use.

4. Links to Third-Party Sites

The Websites or Services may include links to third-party websites (“Linked Sites”). We do not control or endorse these Linked Sites and are not responsible for their content, stability, or transmissions. SNC provides these links for convenience only and does not guarantee the accuracy of any content found on Linked Sites. You should review the privacy policies and terms of use of any Linked Sites you visit.

5. Intellectual Property Rights; Content; Copyright Infringement Notification Process

5.1 Intellectual Property Rights

The materials, services, and content on the Websites and Services, including their selection and arrangement, are protected by intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use of the Websites or Services may violate these laws and these Terms of Use. Springdale Nazarene Church and its licensors retain all rights, titles, and interests in the intellectual property associated with the Websites and Services. These Terms of Use do not transfer any ownership rights to you. The trademarks, logos, and service marks displayed, including but not limited to “SNCLife,” are property of Springdale Nazarene Church or third parties. You may not use these marks without prior written consent. Copyright notices and proprietary information must not be removed or obscured.

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5.2 Your Content

The Websites and Services may allow you to post data, text, pictures, videos, recordings, or other materials. Publicly shared content (“Public Content”) is accessible to all visitors, while restricted content (“Private Content”) is only visible to designated users. Collectively, these are referred to as “Your Content.” You retain ownership of Your Content but grant Springdale Nazarene Church a nonexclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, irrevocable, perpetual license to use, reproduce, distribute, adapt, display, and promote Your Content, including for marketing purposes. While we will strive to contact you regarding marketing usage, we reserve the right to remove any content at our discretion without notice if deemed inappropriate.

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5.3 Prohibited Content

You may not upload, post, or transmit any content that:

  • Is unlawful, harmful, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, hateful, or otherwise objectionable.

  • Creates risk of harm, physical or mental injury, or exploitation of minors.

  • Violates intellectual property, privacy, or publicity rights.

  • Encourages unlawful behavior or violates regulations.

 

5.4 Prohibited Conduct

While using the Websites and Services, you agree not to:

  • Access or manipulate the Websites or Services in unauthorized ways.

  • Circumvent security measures.

  • Use automated tools (e.g., bots, scrapers) to extract data.

  • Transmit spam, solicitations, or malicious software.

  • Impersonate others or engage in fraudulent activities.

 

5.5 Transmission of Your Content

Your Content includes registration details, messages, and other data submitted through the Websites or Services. You acknowledge that transmissions may occur across various networks, some of which are outside Springdale Nazarene Church’s control. We are not responsible for any unauthorized interception or alteration of Your Content during transmission.

 

5.6 Copyright Infringement Notification Process

Springdale Nazarene Church complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”). If you believe content on our Websites or Services infringes your copyright, you may submit a written notification to our designated agent:

 

DMCA Complaints
Springdale Nazarene Church
11177 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45246

 

Your notification must include:

  1. A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent.

  2. Identification of the copyrighted work allegedly infringed.

  3. Identification of the infringing material and its location on our Websites or Services.

  4. Contact information (address, telephone number, email).

  5. A statement of good faith belief that the material’s use is unauthorized.

  6. A statement under penalty of perjury that the notification is accurate and authorized.

 

If Your Content was removed due to a DMCA claim, you may file a counter-notification including:

  1. Your signature.

  2. Identification of removed material and its previous location.

  3. A statement of good faith belief that the removal was mistaken.

  4. Your contact information and consent to jurisdiction in a relevant court.

 

Knowingly submitting false claims may result in liability. We encourage seeking legal counsel before submitting notifications or counter-notifications.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties/Limitation of Liability

Springdale Nazarene Church strives to provide its websites and services at a high standard. However, no service is without imperfections.

THEREFORE, THE WEBSITES AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMISSIBLE BY LAW, SPRINGDALE NAZARENE CHURCH AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES, PARTNERS, AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, MEMBERS, MANAGERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND LICENSORS (COLLECTIVELY, THE "SPRINGDALE NAZARENE CHURCH PARTIES") DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF TITLE, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. SPRINGDALE NAZARENE CHURCH PARTIES DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE WEBSITES OR SERVICES WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE, THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED, THAT THE SERVICES OR SERVERS THAT MAKE THE WEBSITES AND SERVICES AVAILABLE WILL BE FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS, OR THAT ANY CONTENT PROVIDED IS ACCURATE, RELIABLE, CURRENT, OR COMPLETE.

YOU EXPRESSLY AGREE THAT YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITES AND SERVICES IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. ANY CONTENT YOU DOWNLOAD FROM THE WEBSITES OR SERVICES IS AT YOUR OWN DISCRETION AND RISK, AND YOU ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE TO YOUR DEVICE OR LOSS OF DATA RESULTING FROM SUCH DOWNLOADS. SPRINGDALE NAZARENE CHURCH RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESTRICT OR TERMINATE ACCESS TO ITS WEBSITES OR SERVICES AT ANY TIME. SPRINGDALE NAZARENE CHURCH PARTIES ASSUME NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE DELETION, MIS-DELIVERY, OR FAILURE TO STORE ANY CONTENT OR PERSONALIZATION SETTINGS.

YOU UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT SPRINGDALE NAZARENE CHURCH PARTIES WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, GOODWILL, USE, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES (EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES), RESULTING FROM YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE WEBSITES OR SERVICES. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF SPRINGDALE NAZARENE CHURCH TO YOU EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU, IF ANY, FOR ACCESSING THE WEBSITES OR SERVICES.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Springdale Nazarene Church Parties from all claims, losses, expenses, damages, and costs, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising from your violation of these Terms of Use or any actions connected with your use of the websites or services. This includes claims arising from your content, actions of your agents, or any other entity gaining access through your credentials.

8. Injunctive Relief

Your breach of these Terms of Use may result in immediate and irreparable harm to Springdale Nazarene Church. Therefore, we are entitled to equitable relief to compel you to cease unauthorized use, evaluation, or disclosure of information obtained through our websites or services, in addition to any other legal remedies.

9. Arbitration Agreement and Waiver of Class Action

Except as outlined below, ANY DISPUTE OR CLAIM ARISING UNDER THESE TERMS OF USE, INCLUDING THE PRIVACY POLICY, OR RELATING TO YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITES OR SERVICES, WILL BE RESOLVED BY FINAL AND BINDING ARBITRATION RATHER THAN IN COURT.

 

Exceptions include:
a) Small claims that qualify for a court of limited jurisdiction; and
b) Claims for injunctive relief related to intellectual property infringement or misuse.

Any dispute will first attempt to be resolved by mediation. If mediation fails, arbitration will be conducted per the Rules of Procedure for Christian Conciliation, Institute for Christian Conciliation (available at www.peacemaker.net or by calling 406-256-1583). The arbitrator has authority to rule on jurisdiction or enforceability issues. However, THE ARBITRATOR MAY NOT HEAR CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTIONS, NOR AWARD PUNITIVE DAMAGES OR ATTORNEYS’ FEES. If the Institute for Christian Conciliation ceases to exist, arbitration will follow the Rules of the American Arbitration Association.

You may opt out of this arbitration agreement by notifying Springdale Nazarene Church in writing within 60 days of first use of the websites or services. By using the websites or services, you agree that the Federal Arbitration Act, applicable federal law, and the laws of the state of Ohio (without regard to conflict-of-law principles) will govern these Terms of Use and related disputes.

10. No Waiver; Severability

Failure to enforce any provision of these Terms of Use does not constitute a waiver. If any provision is deemed unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect.

11. Assignability

Springdale Nazarene Church may assign its rights and delegate its duties under these Terms of Use without notice. You may not transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without prior written consent.

11. Relationship

These Terms of Use do not establish a partnership, joint venture, employment, franchise, or agency relationship between you and Springdale Nazarene Church.

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