Terms of Use

1) Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using yateschurch.org or any related subdomains, you agree to these Terms of Use and any future revisions published here. If you do not agree to these terms, please refrain from using the site.

2) Purpose of This Site

This site exists to:

• Share news, worship materials, and ministry information from Yates Baptist Church.
• Provide faith resources for spiritual growth and community connection.
• Support communication between church members, staff, and the broader public.

Use of this site does not create any contractual, pastoral, or confidential relationship beyond normal communication with the church.

3) Acceptable Use

You agree to use this site responsibly and to refrain from:

• Violating any local, state, or federal laws.
• Uploading or transmitting spam, malware, or harmful code.
• Attempting to access non-public systems or administrative tools.
• Impersonating church staff or misrepresenting your identity.

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access that disrupts the integrity, security, or intended use of the site.

4) Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise noted, all text, photographs, video, and audio materials on this site are the property of Yates Baptist Church.

You may:

• Quote or share brief excerpts for personal or ministry use with attribution.
• Link to pages, sermons, or resources for educational or faith-based purposes.

You may not:

• Reproduce large portions of content without written permission.
• Modify, redistribute, or sell church materials for commercial purposes.

To request permission for broader use, contact info@yateschurch.org.

5) External Links

Links to other websites or digital services are provided for convenience. Yates Baptist Church does not control and is not responsible for the content, availability, security, or privacy practices of external sites. Inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement.

6) No Professional Advice

The information shared on this site—including sermons, devotionals, and pastoral reflections—is intended for general spiritual and educational purposes. It does not constitute legal, financial, medical, or psychological advice. For individual needs, please consult a qualified professional or trusted advisor.

7) Limitation of Liability

While we strive for accuracy and reliability, Yates Baptist Church:

• Makes no warranty or guarantee of completeness, timeliness, or suitability.
• Disclaims liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use—or inability to use—this website.

Your continued use of this site indicates your understanding and acceptance of these limitations.

8) Privacy and Data Handling

Your interaction with this website is governed by our Privacy Policy. Form submissions and contact data are transmitted securely and retained in accordance with our Records Retention policy. We do not sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties.

9) Third-Party Services

Our website integrates selected third-party tools such as WordPress, Google reCAPTCHA, Square, and Realm to support secure communication and giving. Each service maintains its own privacy policy, and we recommend reviewing them for additional details on data handling and consent.

10) Updates and Modifications

We may update or revise these Terms of Use without prior notice. The date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Significant changes will be summarized on our Digital Trust overview page.

11) Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina and the United States of America. Any disputes will be handled in the courts of Durham County, North Carolina.