Terms of Use
Effective Date: 1/1/2025
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By opting in to receive SMS messages from Ox Hill Baptist Church (also known as Ox Hill Baptist Church Corporation) (“we,” “us,” “our”), you agree to these Terms and Conditions (Terms).
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1. SMS Messaging Service
By providing your phone number, you consent to receive SMS text messages from Ox Hill Baptist Church for appointment reminders, church updates, event notifications, and general two-way communication about church services, ministry programs, community outreach opportunities, emergency closures, volunteer opportunities, fundraising needs, donation collection needs, fellowships, service announcements, and other similar church communications. Message and data rates may apply.
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2. User Eligibility
By subscribing to our SMS service, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old or have obtained parental or guardian consent to receive messages from us.
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3. Message Frequency
You may receive multiple messages from us each month. While messaging frequency varies, you will likely receive up to 4 messages per month. Ox Hill Baptist Church reserves the right to adjust the frequency of messages at any time to increase or decrease the total number of messages. Ox Hill Baptist Church and carriers are not responsible for delays or undelivered messages.
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4. Message and Data Rates
Message and data rates may apply based on your mobile carrier’s terms. You are responsible for any fees incurred from receiving our messages.
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5. Privacy and Data Security
Your information will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We take data security seriously and do not share, sell, or distribute your contact information to third parties.
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6. Cancellation/Opt-Out Instructions
You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any message we send you. After you opt out of text messaging, you will receive one final message confirming your request has been processed.
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7. Help/Customer Support
For assistance, text the word HELP to our number. You may also contact us directly at info@oxhillbaptist.org or call (703) 378-5555.
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8. Changes to Terms
Ox Hill Baptist Church reserves the right to update these Terms at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website and may be communicated via SMS. Your continued use of our SMS service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
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9. Limited Liability
We are not responsible for any errors, delays, or failures in SMS delivery caused by your mobile carrier, third-party service providers, or factors beyond our control. Additionally, we do not guarantee uninterrupted service and are not liable for any inconvenience or damages resulting from missed, delayed, or undelivered messages.
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10. Text Giving
Giving is managed through Realm.org and their partnership with Vanco. Text OHBCGIVE to 73256 followed by the amount you wish to give to donate to our general funds. Standard text message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Text HELP to 73256 for help. Text STOP to 73256 to cancel.