1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. Trinity reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be communicated through a website notice and, where applicable, via email. Your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

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2. Eligibility for Membership

To become a registered member on our website, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old or have parental/guardian consent.

• Provide accurate, complete, and current information.

• Agree to abide by the church’s beliefs, mission, and community guidelines.

• Acknowledge that Trinity reserves the right to approve, deny, or revoke membership at any time at its sole discretion.

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3. User Accounts & Responsibilities

• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.

• Any activity under your account is your responsibility.

• You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

• Trinity is not responsible for any loss or damage arising from unauthorized access to your account.

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4. Code of Conduct

When engaging on Trinity’s website, including message boards, groups, and other interactive features, you agree to:

• Respect fellow members and avoid offensive, harmful, or defamatory language.

• Not post or share content that violates state or federal laws, including but not limited to copyright infringement, hate speech, or illegal activities.

• Not engage in harassment, bullying, or disruptive behavior.

• Follow all applicable Wisconsin State Laws (https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/prefaces/toc) regarding online interactions and digital conduct.

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5. Privacy & Data Protection

• Trinity respects your privacy and will not share personal data without consent, except as required by law.

• Your use of the website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

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6. Intellectual Property Rights

• All website content, including text, graphics, logos, videos, and digital materials, are the exclusive property of Trinity or used with permission.

• Users may not reproduce, distribute, or modify any content without prior written consent from Trinity.

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7. Website Availability & Modifications

• We reserve the right to update, modify, or discontinue any feature of the website without prior notice.

• Trinity is not responsible for any technical issues, outages, or security breaches beyond our control.

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8. Termination of Access

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to any user who violates these Terms, engages in inappropriate conduct, or disrupts the community.

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9. Disclaimers & Limitation of Liability

• The website is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.

• Trinity is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use the website.

• We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access to our website.

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10. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

• These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Wisconsin.

• Any disputes shall be resolved in accordance with Wisconsin state law, and legal proceedings shall be held in the appropriate jurisdiction within Wisconsin.

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11. User-Generated Content

• Any content (e.g., posts, comments, or uploads) submitted by users must align with Trinity’s values and mission.

• Trinity reserves the right to remove, edit, or moderate any user-generated content that is inappropriate, offensive, or does not align with church principles. Examples of prohibited content include, but are not limited to, hate speech, discriminatory remarks, explicit or obscene material, harassment, threats, unauthorized commercial promotions, and any content that violates local, state, or federal laws.

• By submitting content, users grant Trinity a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and distribute their contributions.

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12. External Links & Third-Party Content

• Our website may contain links to third-party websites for informational purposes.

• Trinity is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party website.

• Users should review the terms of use and privacy policies of any external websites they visit.

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13. Donations & Online Payments

• Any donations made through the website are voluntary and non-refundable.

• Trinity does not store or process payment information; transactions are handled by third-party payment processors, such as PayPal our payment processors used for Automatic Debit. Users can review the payment processor’s terms and conditions at https://www.paypal.com/us/legalhub/paypal/home for more information on how transactions are managed.

• Users should ensure they provide accurate payment information and review any transaction fees.

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14. Email & Communication Policy

• By becoming a member, users agree to receive email communications regarding church events, updates, and announcements.

• Users may opt out of non-essential communications but will still receive important administrative messages related to their membership, including changes to website policies, security notifications, account-related notices, and critical church updates such as event cancellations or emergency announcements.

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15. Accessibility Commitment

• Trinity strives to make the website accessible to all users, including those with disabilities.

• If you experience difficulties accessing any part of the website, please contact us for assistance. Trinity is committed to ensuring compliance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) to enhance accessibility for all users, including those with disabilities.

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16. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Trinity Lutheran, Church, School, and Childcare
824 Wisconsin Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
kelly@trinitysheboygan.org
(920) 458-8246

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By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions. Thank you for being part of the Trinity community!