Terms of Use

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website (ephesusgatheringsworldwide.com) and all related services, pages, and applications, you acknowledge and accept that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use in their entirety. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this website.

These terms apply to all users of the site, including but not limited to: browsers, vendors, customers, merchants, and content contributors.

About EGW

Organization: Ephesus Gatherings Worldwide — Diaspora

Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Governing Jurisdiction: Province of Alberta, Canada

Website: ephesusgatheringsworldwide.com

Contact Email: admin@ephesusgatheringsworldwide.com

Ephesus Gatherings Worldwide — Diaspora ("EGW" or "We") is a faith-based organization dedicated to community, worship, and spiritual growth. We use this website to communicate with members, share resources, facilitate giving, and provide access to online services.

Use of Website

Permitted Use

You agree to use this website solely for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe upon the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment of the website. Prohibited behavior includes:

• Harassing or causing distress or inconvenience to any person
• Obscene or offensive language or behavior
• Deliberately disrupting the normal flow of dialogue within our website
• Sharing content that is unlawful, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Automated data collection without permission

User Accounts

If you create an account on our website, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password and account information. You agree not to share your login credentials with others and to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use. You are liable for all activities conducted through your account.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website—including text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and software—is the exclusive property of Ephesus Gatherings Worldwide — Diaspora or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws.

You may not reproduce, modify, transmit, create derivative works from, sell, or otherwise exploit any content without our prior written consent. Limited reproduction is permitted for personal, non-commercial use only.

Trademarks and logos used on this site are the trademarks of EGW or their respective owners. You may not use any trademark, logo, or other identifier without our explicit permission.

User-Generated Content

By submitting content (comments, testimonies, photos, videos, or other materials) to our website, you grant Ephesus Gatherings Worldwide — Diaspora a perpetual, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, modify, reproduce, and display such content for ministry purposes.

You warrant that:

• You own or control all rights to the content you submit
• The content does not violate any laws or third-party rights
• You have obtained all necessary consents and permissions from any individuals pictured or named

We reserve the right to remove any user-generated content that violates these terms or community standards, at our sole discretion and without notice.

Online Donations & Payments

If you make a donation or complete a transaction through our website, you agree to provide accurate and complete information. All donations are final and non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Payment processing is handled by third-party payment providers. These providers may have their own terms and privacy policies. We encourage you to review their terms before providing payment information.

Ephesus Gatherings Worldwide — Diaspora is not responsible for payment processing errors, unauthorized transactions, or disputes between you and the payment provider. In case of discrepancies, please contact the payment processor directly.

Donations are recognized as charitable gifts to support the ministry and mission of EGW. Tax receipts may be available upon request in accordance with Canadian tax regulations.

Live Streaming & Media

By attending or viewing our live streams, services, or recorded media, you acknowledge that:

• You may appear in video, audio, or photographic recordings
• You grant EGW permission to record and broadcast your image and likeness for ministry purposes
• EGW may edit, reproduce, and display such recordings without further compensation or consent

If you do not wish to be recorded or streamed, please inform staff or send an email to admin@ephesusgatheringsworldwide.com before the event begins.

All recorded content remains the intellectual property of Ephesus Gatherings Worldwide — Diaspora and may not be reproduced, distributed, or sold without explicit written permission.

External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites and resources. We do not endorse, monitor, or assume responsibility for the content, accuracy, or practices of third-party websites. Your use of external sites is governed by their terms and privacy policies.

We are not liable for any damages, losses, or claims arising from your use of external links or resources. Please review the terms and privacy practices of any external website before providing personal or financial information.

Privacy

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Statement, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. Please review our Privacy Statement separately for details on data handling practices.

By using this website, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Statement.

Disclaimer of Warranties

This website is provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis. Ephesus Gatherings Worldwide — Diaspora makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the website, its content, or services.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim:

• Any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Any warranty of non-infringement of third-party rights
• Any warranty of accuracy, timeliness, or completeness of content
• Any warranty that the website will be error-free or uninterrupted

We do not guarantee that the website will be free from viruses, malware, or other harmful code. You assume all responsibility for protecting your devices and data.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Ephesus Gatherings Worldwide — Diaspora shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

• Your use of or inability to use this website
• Any content or resources obtained through the website
• Any unauthorized access to your data or systems
• Any third-party conduct or external services linked from our site

This limitation applies regardless of whether such damages were foreseeable or whether we were advised of their possibility. In jurisdictions that do not allow limitations of liability, this provision will apply to the maximum extent permitted by law.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Ephesus Gatherings Worldwide — Diaspora, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, or expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms of Use
• Your violation of any laws or regulations
• Your infringement of any third-party intellectual property or privacy rights
• Your use of this website or its content in an unauthorized manner

This indemnification obligation does not apply to claims arising solely from EGW's gross negligence or willful misconduct.

Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Alberta, Canada, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising under these terms shall be brought exclusively in the courts located in Alberta, Canada, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts.

If you are a resident of a jurisdiction that does not permit exclusive jurisdiction clauses, this clause will be modified to the extent required by local law.

Changes to These Terms

Ephesus Gatherings Worldwide — Diaspora reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes are effective immediately upon posting to this website unless otherwise specified.

Continued use of the website following the posting of revised terms constitutes your acceptance of the changes. We encourage you to review these terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.

If you object to any modifications, your sole remedy is to cease using the website.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to these Terms of Use, or if you wish to report a violation, please contact us:

Email: admin@ephesusgatheringsworldwide.com

Organization: Ephesus Gatherings Worldwide — Diaspora

Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

We will make every effort to respond to your inquiry within 10 business days.