Last Updated: [Insert Date]
Welcome to the website of Unity Spiritual Community of Central Oregon ("Unity," "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using our website (unitycentraloregon.org), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website.
Unity Spiritual Community of Central Oregon is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit religious organization affiliated with Unity Worldwide Ministries. Our mission is to embody love and awaken spiritual consciousness in Central Oregon.
Physical Location:
63645 Scenic Drive
Bend, OR 97701
Contact:
Phone: (541) 388-1569
Email: [Insert contact email]
You may use our website for lawful purposes related to:
Learning about Unity's teachings, services, and events
Registering for events, classes, and programs
Submitting prayer requests
Making donations
Accessing our livestream services
Reading our blog and educational materials
Connecting with our community
You may NOT use our website to:
Violate any local, state, national, or international law
Harass, abuse, or harm others
Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
Impersonate Unity staff, ministers, or members
Collect information about other users without consent
Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access our site
Post spam, advertisements, or promotional content
Share inappropriate, offensive, or illegal content
Interfere with the proper functioning of the website
If you create an account on our member portal (Elvanto or similar):
You must provide accurate and complete information
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password
You are responsible for all activities under your account
You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms
If you opt-in to the member directory:
Your contact information may be visible to other members
You may opt-out at any time
Information should be used only for Unity community purposes
Misuse of directory information may result in removal from the directory
All content on this website is owned by Unity Spiritual Community of Central Oregon or used with permission, including:
Text, graphics, logos, images, audio, and video
Website design and layout
Trademarks and service marks
Blog posts and educational materials
Service recordings and livestreams
This content is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:
Access and view content for personal, non-commercial use
Download materials for personal spiritual study
Share links to our content on social media
Print content for personal use
You may NOT:
Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display our content without permission
Modify, adapt, or create derivative works
Use our content for commercial purposes
Remove copyright or trademark notices
Use our logo or name without written permission
Some content on our site is used with permission from Unity Worldwide Ministries and is subject to their copyright and terms of use.
If you submit content to our website (comments, testimonials, photos, etc.):
You grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content
You represent that you own or have rights to the content
You agree that we may edit or remove content at our discretion
You will not submit content that infringes on others' rights
Unity Spiritual Community of Central Oregon is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization (EIN: [Insert EIN]). Donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
We use third-party payment processors (Tithely, Stripe, PayPal) to process donations:
Your payment information is handled by these secure processors
We do not store credit card information on our servers
Payment processing is subject to the processor's terms and privacy policy
All donations are voluntary
Donations are generally non-refundable (see Refund Policy below)
We provide receipts for tax purposes
Recurring donations may be canceled at any time
Donations support Unity's mission and operations
Donations: Generally non-refundable as they support our mission
Event Registrations: Refunds available up to [X] days before the event
Class Fees: Refunds available up to [X] days before the class starts
Special Circumstances: We will consider refund requests on a case-by-case basis
To request a refund, contact us at [Insert contact email].
When you register for Unity events, classes, or programs:
You agree to provide accurate information
You are responsible for fees and payments
You agree to our code of conduct
We reserve the right to cancel or modify programs
We will provide notice of cancellations or changes
Participants in Unity programs agree to:
Treat others with kindness and respect
Honor confidentiality in group settings
Refrain from proselytizing or promoting other organizations
Follow the guidance of Unity facilitators and staff
Respect Unity's property and facilities
Violation of the code of conduct may result in removal from programs without refund.
By participating in Unity events and programs:
You acknowledge that physical activities (yoga, hiking groups, etc.) carry inherent risks
You participate at your own risk
You agree to follow safety instructions
You release Unity from liability for injuries or damages, except where prohibited by law
Unity may photograph or record services, events, and programs:
By attending, you grant permission to be photographed or recorded
Images and recordings may be used for Unity's promotional materials
If you prefer not to be photographed, please inform staff
Children's images are used only with parental consent
When you submit a prayer request:
Your request may be shared with Unity Prayer Leaders
Your request may be forwarded to Silent Unity (Unity Worldwide Ministries' prayer ministry)
We will maintain confidentiality to the extent possible
We do not guarantee specific outcomes or results
Unity's prayer ministry is offered as a spiritual service:
Prayer is not a substitute for professional medical, legal, or financial advice
We encourage you to seek appropriate professional help when needed
Prayer Leaders are trained volunteers, not licensed counselors
Our Sunday services are livestreamed via YouTube and Zoom:
Livestreams are public and accessible to anyone
Comments and chat are moderated
Inappropriate behavior may result in removal
Recordings may be posted on our website and social media
Recordings of our services and events are copyrighted by Unity:
You may watch and share links to recordings
You may not download, reproduce, or redistribute without permission
Music performed during services is licensed through CCLI or similar
Our website may contain links to third-party websites:
Unity.org (Unity Worldwide Ministries)
Facebook, Instagram, YouTube
Partner organizations
Payment processors
Event registration platforms
We are not responsible for:
Content on third-party websites
Privacy practices of third-party websites
Accuracy or availability of external content
Use of third-party websites is subject to their terms and policies.
Our website and services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:
Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
Warranties that the website will be uninterrupted or error-free
Warranties that content is accurate or complete
We do not guarantee:
Continuous availability of the website
Absence of errors or viruses
Specific spiritual or life outcomes from participation
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Unity Spiritual Community of Central Oregon, its Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, and affiliates will not be liable for:
Indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
Loss of profits, data, or use
Damages resulting from website use or inability to use
Damages from third-party content or services
Our total liability to you for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid to Unity in the past 12 months, if any.
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Unity Spiritual Community of Central Oregon, its Board, staff, volunteers, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including attorney fees) arising from:
Your use of the website
Your violation of these Terms of Use
Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
Your conduct in Unity programs or on Unity property
Your use of our website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms of Use by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective when posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.
Significant changes will be communicated via:
Email to newsletter subscribers
Notice on our website
Announcement during Sunday services (if applicable)
Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
We reserve the right to:
Suspend or terminate your access to the website
Remove content that violates these terms
Take legal action if necessary
Termination may occur without prior notice for:
Violation of these Terms of Use
Illegal activity
Harm to Unity or its community
Any reason, at our sole discretion
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of Oregon, without regard to conflict of law principles.
If you have a dispute with Unity:
Informal Resolution: Contact us to discuss the issue
Mediation: If informal resolution fails, we agree to attempt mediation
Arbitration or Litigation: If mediation fails, disputes may be resolved through arbitration or in the courts of Deschutes County, Oregon
You agree to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Deschutes County, Oregon.
If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severable and will not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.
These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Unity Spiritual Community of Central Oregon regarding use of our website.
Questions about these Terms of Use? Contact us:
Unity Spiritual Community of Central Oregon
63645 Scenic Drive
Bend, OR 97701
Phone: (541) 388-1569
Email: [Insert contact email]
By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy.
These Terms of Use are effective as of [Insert Date] and apply to Unity Spiritual Community of Central Oregon and its website, unitycentraloregon.org.