TERMS OF SERVICE | SOCO CHURCH

Effective Date: July 21, 2026

SMS Messaging Terms & Compliance
1. Program Description: This messaging program sends service reminders, event updates, church announcements, and pastoral care communications to individuals who have explicitly opted in through our website, connect cards, or in-person sign-up with SOCO Church.

2. Cancellation Instructions: Text "STOP" at any time to the number that sent you messages. You'll receive a one-time confirmation, and no further messages will be sent unless you opt in again.

3. Support Information: Reply "HELP" for assistance, or contact [CHURCH EMAIL] / [CHURCH PHONE] during business hours.

4. Carrier Liability: Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

5. Message & Data Rates: Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies based on church activity and your engagement with us.

6. Supported Carriers: Our SMS program works with all major U.S. wireless carriers.

7. Age & Consent: Our text program is intended for individuals 18 and older. A parent or guardian may opt in on behalf of their family.

8. Privacy Policy: For privacy-related inquiries, please refer to our Privacy Policy (link to the Privacy Policy page created above).
We comply with all applicable laws, including the TCPA and CTIA guidelines, regarding SMS communications.

General Terms
This website (the "Site") is owned and operated by SOCO Church ("we" or "us"). By using the Site, you agree to these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. We may update these Terms from time to time; continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated Terms.

Ownership & Use of Content
This Site and its materials belong to SOCO Church and are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. The Site is for personal, non-commercial use. Other than printing a page for personal use, you may not copy, modify, or redistribute materials from the Site without authorization.

Disclaimers
The Site and its content are provided "as is," without warranties of any kind. Links to third-party sites do not imply our endorsement of them.

Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless SOCO Church, its affiliates, and their officers, directors, agents, and employees from any claims or damages arising from your breach of these Terms.

Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site if we determine you've violated these Terms or engaged in unlawful conduct.

Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the state in which SOCO Church operates.

Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms periodically. The latest version, with its effective date, is always available on our website.

By using our website and services, you consent to these Terms of Service.
Note: the original kit also included Intellectual-Property "license to us" language and Online Commerce / Account Registration sections. Those only apply if the church's site collects user-generated content, runs e-commerce, or has account logins — add them back in if any of those apply.