Terms of Service

Terms of Service for myocci.org

Effective Date: December 5, 2025
Last Updated: December 5, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using myocci.org (the “Site”) and any affiliated digital platforms operated by the Old Catholic Churches International (OCCI), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree, discontinue use of the Site immediately.

2. Who We Are

myocci.org is operated by the Old Catholic Churches International, a religious nonprofit organization providing spiritual, pastoral, humanitarian, and educational services.

3. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Updated Terms take effect immediately upon posting. Continued use of the Site signifies acceptance of the updated Terms.

4. Permitted Use of the Site

You agree not to:

  • Violate civil, criminal, or canonical law
  • Harass, defame, threaten, or harm others
  • Attempt to disable, damage, or interfere with Site operations
  • Attempt to access servers, systems, or data without authorization
  • Misrepresent affiliation with the OCCI

Improper or unlawful use may result in restricted access.

5. Site Content

All text, media, graphics, publications, ecclesial resources, and materials on the Site are the property of the OCCI unless otherwise noted.

Personal, educational, and ecclesial use is permitted without modification, provided attribution and copyright notices are retained.

6. Community Conduct and Ethical Standards

Visitors must uphold the OCCI’s commitments to dignity, safety, justice, hospitality, and anti-harassment principles.

Actions that endanger community safety may result in legal reporting or referral to appropriate authorities.

7. Emailing Clergy and OCCI Offices

7.1 Appropriate Use of Email Communication

The Site provides contact information for OCCI clergy, offices, ministries, and administrative personnel. By using these contact channels, you agree to:

  • Communicate respectfully and appropriately
  • Refrain from abusive, threatening, or harassing messages
  • Refrain from sending unlawful, harmful, defamatory, or obscene content
  • Avoid impersonating clergy, staff, or officials

The OCCI may restrict communication or report misconduct as necessary.

7.2 Pastoral and Administrative Limitations

Email communication with clergy or offices:

  • Is not an emergency service
  • Cannot guarantee immediate responses
  • Is not a substitute for civil authorities, medical professionals, or emergency personnel

If you or someone else is in danger, do not rely on email—contact emergency services immediately.

7.3 Reporting Threats, Abuse, or Imminent Harm

If you send emails to clergy or OCCI offices that include:

  • Threats of violence
  • Admissions or indications of ongoing abuse
  • Threats of self-harm or harm to others
  • Information suggesting a minor or vulnerable person is in danger
  • Criminal activity, exploitation, or coercion

The OCCI may, at its discretion or as required by law:

  • Report the matter to local, state, or federal law enforcement
  • Contact emergency responders
  • Notify child protective services or relevant safeguarding authorities
  • Maintain records of the communication for legal purposes

The OCCI takes all threats, abuse disclosures, and safety concerns seriously.
Where mandated by law—or necessary to protect human life—the OCCI will cooperate fully with civil authorities.

8. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to external websites. The OCCI does not endorse or control these sites and is not responsible for their content, policies, or actions. Use of third-party sites is at your own risk.

9. Privacy Policy

Use of the Site is governed by the Privacy Policy, which describes data collection, protection, and usage practices.

10. Intellectual Property Rights

All OCCI names, marks, publications, ecclesial texts, graphics, and digital materials are protected under applicable law.

Unauthorized reproduction, modification, or commercial use is prohibited.

11. Termination or Suspension of Access

The OCCI may temporarily or permanently restrict Site access for:

  • Maintenance
  • Security
  • Legal compliance
  • Protection of individuals or the Church
  • Misuse or malicious activity

12. Disclaimers

The Site is provided “as is” and “as available.”

We make no warranties concerning accuracy, operation, security, or fitness for any specific purpose.

Use is at your own risk.

13. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the OCCI is not liable for:

  • Use or inability to use the Site
  • Errors or omissions in content
  • Technical failures or interruptions
  • Unauthorized access by third parties
  • Damages arising from third-party links or services

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the OCCI, its clergy, officers, staff, and volunteers from claims arising from:

  • Your misuse of the Site
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any applicable law

15. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of South Carolina.

Disputes shall be resolved in South Carolina courts.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, the remainder remains in full force.

17. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms:

Old Catholic Churches International
118 Frances Drive
North Augusta, SC 29841
Email: bishopgodsey@myocci.org
Website: https://myocci.org
Attn: Site Administrator