Terms of Service

Effective Date: October 1, 2026

Welcome to the website of Costa Mesa Seventh-Day Adventist Church (“Church,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using our website at www.costamesasda.org, you agree to these Terms of Service.

1. Purpose of This Website

This website is provided to share information about our church, ministries, worship services, events, beliefs, community activities, and other church-related resources.

The information provided on this website is intended for general informational and religious purposes.

2. Acceptable Use

You agree to use this website in a lawful and respectful manner.

You may not:

• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or its systems.

• Interfere with the operation or security of the website.

• Use the website to distribute malicious software, spam, or harmful material.

• Copy or use website content for unlawful or misleading purposes.

• Impersonate the Church, its staff, volunteers, or representatives.

3. Website Content

We make reasonable efforts to keep information on this website accurate and current. However, service times, events, programs, staff information, ministry activities, and other information may change without notice.

We do not guarantee that all information on the website will always be complete, current, or error-free.

4. Religious and Educational Content

Sermons, devotionals, articles, Bible studies, videos, and other materials appearing on this website reflect the religious beliefs and teachings of Costa Mesa Seventh-Day Adventist Church.

These materials are provided for religious, educational, and informational purposes and should not be considered professional legal, medical, financial, or mental health advice.

5. Donations

If our website allows online donations, donations may be processed through a third-party payment provider.

By submitting a donation, you agree to provide accurate payment information and authorize the applicable payment processor to process the transaction.

Unless otherwise required by law or specifically stated by the Church, donations are generally considered charitable contributions to support the ministries and activities of Costa Mesa Seventh-Day Adventist Church.

Tax deductibility depends on applicable law and the circumstances of the contribution. Donors should retain their donation records and consult a qualified tax professional regarding their individual situation.

6. Third-Party Websites and Services

Our website may contain links to or embedded content from third-party websites and services, including social media platforms, video providers, mapping services, donation processors, and other organizations.

We are not responsible for the content, availability, security, or privacy practices of third-party websites or services.

Visiting a third-party website is subject to that organization’s own terms and privacy policies.

7. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, the text, graphics, logos, photographs, videos, sermons, recordings, and other original content on this website are owned by or licensed to Costa Mesa Seventh-Day Adventist Church.

You may view, download, or share church materials for personal, noncommercial, or ministry-related purposes unless otherwise indicated.

You may not reproduce, sell, substantially modify, or commercially distribute our copyrighted materials without permission.

Bible quotations, music, photographs, videos, graphics, and other third-party materials may be subject to separate copyrights and licensing restrictions.

8. Livestreams, Photos, and Recordings

Church services, events, and activities may occasionally be photographed, recorded, or livestreamed.

Attendance at certain public church events may result in individuals appearing incidentally in photographs, video recordings, or livestreams used for ministry, archival, or promotional purposes.

Where appropriate, the Church may provide additional notices or obtain permission for photographs or recordings involving children or situations where greater privacy may reasonably be expected.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

This website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

To the extent permitted by law, Costa Mesa Seventh-Day Adventist Church makes no warranties regarding the uninterrupted operation, availability, accuracy, reliability, or security of the website.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the extent permitted by applicable law, Costa Mesa Seventh-Day Adventist Church, its employees, pastors, officers, volunteers, and representatives will not be liable for damages arising from the use of, or inability to use, this website or third-party websites linked from it.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may revise these Terms of Service periodically.

When changes are made, the updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms will be governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

13. Contact Us

Questions regarding these Terms of Service may be directed to:

Costa Mesa Seventh-Day Adventist Church
271 Avocado St
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
949.209.9591
cmsdachurch@me.com
www.costamesasda.org