These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the official website of St. Ignatius Church, Petaling Jaya (“the Church,” “we,” “our,” “us”). By accessing, browsing, or using this website (“the Site”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to comply with these Terms. If you do not agree, you should discontinue use of the Site immediately.
1. Purpose of the Website
The Site is intended to provide information about the Church’s ministries, sacraments, liturgical schedules, events, announcements, and faith-related resources. It serves as a digital platform for communication, community-building, and spiritual enrichment.
The Site is not intended to replace pastoral guidance, sacramental participation, or professional advice of any kind.
2. Acceptance of Terms
Your continued use of the Site constitutes your acceptance of these Terms. The Church reserves the right to update, modify, or replace any part of these Terms at any time without prior notice. You are encouraged to review this page periodically to stay informed of any changes.
3. Access and Use of the Site
You agree to use the Site only for lawful, respectful, and appropriate purposes. You may not:
- Use the Site in ways that may damage, disrupt, or compromise its functionality
- Attempt to hack, bypass security measures, or introduce harmful code (including viruses or malware)
- Use automated systems (e.g., bots, scrapers) to extract or copy content without permission
- Engage in behavior that is abusive, defamatory, or harassing
- Misrepresent your identity when interacting through forms or communication channels
The Church reserves the right to restrict or terminate access to users who violate these Terms.
4. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on the Site—including text, photographs, graphics, audio, video, logos, downloadable materials, and design elements—is owned by the Church or is used with permission from third-party sources.
You may:
- View or download content for personal, non-commercial, and faith-related use
- Share public pages for informational or spiritual purposes with proper attribution
You may not:
- Reproduce, distribute, edit, or republish content without written authorization
- Use Church logos or branding for personal or commercial projects
- Claim ownership of any content found on the Site
Unauthorized use may result in legal action.
5. Online Forms, Registrations, and Submissions
Certain features of the Site may allow you to submit information, such as:
- Registration forms for events or sacraments
- Prayer requests
- Volunteer sign-ups
- Contact or inquiry forms
By submitting content, you warrant that:
- The information you provide is accurate and truthful
- You have the legal right to submit the information
- Your submission does not infringe on the rights of others
The Church reserves the right to delete submissions that are inappropriate, offensive, or irrelevant.
6. Donations and Online Payments
If the Site offers online payment or donation functionality, you acknowledge that:
- All contributions are voluntary
- You are responsible for ensuring payment details are accurate
- The Church relies on third-party payment processors and cannot guarantee absolute security
The Church is not liable for unauthorized transactions or errors caused by payment gateways or financial institutions.
7. Privacy and Data Protection
Your use of the Site may involve providing personal information. The Church is committed to safeguarding your data, but we cannot guarantee complete security due to the nature of online communication.
Personal data may be used for:
- Administrative or pastoral purposes
- Communication regarding church activities
- Registration verification
- Pastoral follow-up (if applicable)
Please refer to the Church’s Privacy Policy (if available) for comprehensive details on how data is collected, stored, and protected.
8. External Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites for convenience, such as:
- Catholic organizations
- External resources
- YouTube or media platforms
- Event registration tools
These sites are not managed or controlled by the Church. The Church is not responsible for:
- The accuracy or safety of third-party content
- Privacy practices of external websites
- Damages or issues arising from visiting external links
Visiting external websites is at your own discretion.
9. No Professional or Legal Advice
Content on the Site—including pastoral reflections, articles, FAQs, or resources—represents general guidance rooted in Catholic faith and tradition. It does not constitute:
- Legal advice
- Medical or psychological advice
- Financial or professional consultation
For such matters, you are encouraged to seek the advice of qualified professionals.
10. Mass Times, Events, and Announcements
Schedules, events, and announcements posted on the Site are subject to change.
While the Church strives to keep information current, we do not guarantee that all posted details are accurate or updated at all times.
For the latest information, users should:
- Contact the parish office
- Refer to official parish bulletins
- Follow official parish communication channels
11. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Church, its clergy, employees, and volunteers shall not be held liable for:
- Damages arising from the use or misuse of the Site
- Errors, omissions, or outdated information
- Technical issues, downtime, viruses, or cyberattacks
- Losses arising from third-party links or external content
Your use of the Site is at your own risk.
12. Indemnification
By using the Site, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Church, its clergy, staff, and volunteers from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, and expenses resulting from:
- Your use of the Site
- Violation of these Terms
- Misuse of content or information
- Inappropriate or unlawful activities
13. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted according to the laws of Malaysia. Any disputes arising from the use of the Site shall be resolved under Malaysian jurisdiction.
14. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms, you may reach the Church through the contact details provided on the Site’s Contact page.