Terms and Conditions
Last updated: Jun 15, 2026
Welcome to the website of Covenant United Church of Christ. These Terms and Conditions explain the rules and guidelines for using our website, online forms, communications, and related services.
By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use this website.
Organization Information
This website is operated by Covenant United Church of Christ, located at 1130 East 154th Street, South Holland, Illinois, United States.
Throughout these Terms and Conditions, the terms “Covenant UCC,” “we,” “us,” and “our” refer to Covenant United Church of Christ. The terms “you” and “your” refer to the individual accessing or using this website or our services.
Use of Our Website
You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe upon the rights of others, restrict or inhibit anyone else’s use of the website, or interfere with the normal operation of the website.
You may not use this website to transmit harmful, unlawful, abusive, defamatory, obscene, threatening, or otherwise objectionable content.
Website Content
The content on this website is provided for general informational, ministry, communication, event, outreach, and church-related purposes. While we strive to keep information accurate and up to date, we do not guarantee that all content will always be complete, current, or error-free.
Covenant UCC may update, modify, or remove website content at any time without prior notice.
Events, Ministries, Forms, and Communications
Our website may include information about worship services, events, ministries, programs, outreach activities, giving opportunities, contact forms, registration forms, prayer requests, and other church-related services.
When you submit information through our website, you agree that the information you provide is accurate and that Covenant UCC may use it to respond to your request, manage participation, communicate with you, or provide church-related information.
SMS/Text Messaging Terms
SMS Consent
By providing your mobile phone number to Covenant United Church of Christ and opting in to receive text messages, you consent to receive SMS/text messages from Covenant UCC. These messages may include church announcements, ministry updates, event reminders, service notifications, volunteer communications, prayer-related communications, and other church-related information.
Message Frequency
Message frequency may vary depending on your relationship with Covenant UCC, your participation in church activities, and the types of communications you have requested or agreed to receive.
Message and Data Rates
Message and data rates may apply. Your mobile carrier may charge fees for sending or receiving text messages, depending on your mobile plan.
Opt-Out Instructions
You may opt out of receiving SMS/text messages from Covenant UCC at any time by replying STOP to any text message you receive from us. After you send STOP, you may receive a confirmation message, and we will process your request to stop SMS communications.
Help Instructions
For help or additional information regarding SMS/text messages, you may reply HELP to any message you receive from us, or contact us by email at .
No Requirement to Opt In
Your consent to receive SMS/text messages is not required as a condition of participating in church services, ministries, events, or programs. You may contact Covenant UCC through other available methods if you do not wish to receive text messages.
Mobile Opt-In Privacy
Mobile opt-in data, SMS consent, and phone numbers collected for SMS communication purposes will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
Carriers and Delivery
Wireless carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. Delivery of SMS/text messages may be affected by your mobile carrier, network availability, device settings, or other factors outside of our control.
Email and Other Communications
In addition to SMS/text messages, Covenant UCC may communicate with you by email, phone, mail, website notices, or other communication methods when appropriate.
You may unsubscribe from certain email communications by using the unsubscribe option provided in the email, when available, or by contacting us directly.
Online Giving and Third-Party Services
Our website may provide links or access to third-party platforms for online giving, donations, event registration, email communications, SMS communications, media content, payment processing, or other services.
These third-party services are operated by independent providers and may be governed by their own terms, conditions, and privacy policies. Covenant UCC is not responsible for the content, practices, or policies of third-party websites or services.
Privacy
Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, protect, and disclose information.
You can view our Privacy Policy here: https://covucc.org/privacy-policy/
Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, all website content, including text, images, graphics, logos, videos, audio, design elements, and other materials, belongs to Covenant UCC or is used with permission.
You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or use website content for commercial purposes without prior written permission from Covenant UCC.
Links to Other Websites
This website may contain links to external websites. These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only.
Covenant UCC does not control and is not responsible for the content, security, accuracy, availability, privacy practices, or terms of any external website.
Disclaimer
This website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. Covenant UCC makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the operation of the website or the accuracy, reliability, or availability of its content.
We do not guarantee that the website will be uninterrupted, secure, free from errors, or free from viruses or other harmful components.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Covenant UCC shall not be liable for any damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this website or any linked third-party service.
Changes to These Terms
Covenant UCC may update or modify these Terms and Conditions from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.
Your continued use of the website after changes are posted means you accept the updated Terms and Conditions.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, or if you need help regarding SMS/text messaging communications, you may contact us:
By email: