Terms of Use
1. Acceptance of these terms
Welcome to the website of New Hope Kailua ("New Hope," "we," "us," or "our") at https://newhopekailua.org (the "Site"). By using the Site, you agree to these Terms of Use and to our Privacy Notice and Cookie Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
2. Purpose of the Site
The Site provides information about our church, services, events, and ministries, and offers ways to connect with us, including contact forms, Life Group sign-up, first-Sunday planning, and online giving. Content on the Site is for general information and ministry purposes.
3. Using the Site
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a way that respects others. You agree not to:
4. Forms and communications
When you submit a form, you confirm that the information is accurate and that you are authorized to provide it. You agree that we may contact you by email, phone, or text using the details you provide, for the purposes you requested (for example, answering your question or helping you join a Life Group).
Some replies to form submissions may be sent automatically using automation and AI-assisted tools, as described in our Privacy Notice. Automated replies are for convenience and may not address every detail of your message. A member of our team will follow up when needed. Do not use our forms to report emergencies, crises, or urgent safety matters. If you are in an emergency, call 911. If you are in emotional distress, you can call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
5. Online giving
Online donations are made through Subsplash, a third-party service. Your use of the giving platform is subject to Subsplash's own terms and privacy policy. New Hope is not responsible for errors, outages, or the actions of the payment platform, but we will work with you to resolve giving questions. For giving questions, contact info@newhopekailua.org.
Gifts are given voluntarily in support of the church's ministry. Please consult Subsplash and New Hope for our refund and recurring-gift cancellation practices.
6. Intellectual property
The content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, audio, video, and sermon materials, belongs to New Hope Kailua or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other laws. You may view and share Site content for personal, non-commercial, church-related purposes, with credit to New Hope Kailua. You may not reproduce, sell, or modify our content for commercial use without our written permission. Some third-party materials (such as Scripture translations or music) are used under license, and other restrictions may apply.
7. Content you send us
If you send us comments, testimonies, photos, or other material, you give New Hope a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to use it for ministry purposes related to the church. We will not publish your name, story, or photos publicly without your permission.
8. Third-party links and services
The Site may link to or embed content from third parties such as YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Subsplash, Squarespace, Google, and social media. These are provided for your convenience. We do not control and are not responsible for third-party sites or services, and your use of them is at your own risk and subject to their terms.
9. Spiritual and informational content
Content on the Site, including sermons, devotionals, and responses from church staff or volunteers, is offered for spiritual encouragement and general information. It is not professional medical, legal, financial, or mental-health advice. If you need professional help, please consult a qualified professional.
10. Disclaimer of warranties
The Site is provided "as is" and "as available." To the fullest extent allowed by law, we make no promises that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components, and we disclaim all warranties, express or implied. Service times, events, and other details may change, so please confirm with us when planning your visit.
11. Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent allowed by law, New Hope Kailua and its pastors, leaders, staff, and volunteers will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site or reliance on its content. Nothing in these Terms limits liability that cannot be limited under applicable law.
12. Changes to the Site and these Terms
We may change, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Site at any time. We may also update these Terms from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a new "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated Terms.
13. Governing law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Hawaii, without regard to its conflict-of-law rules. Any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the Site will be handled in the state or federal courts located in the State of Hawaii, unless the law requires otherwise. We encourage you to contact us first so that we can try to resolve any concern in a spirit of goodwill and reconciliation.
14. Text messaging program
Program. New Hope Kailua sends text messages to existing members of our church who have opted in to receive them.
How you opt in. You opt in verbally, during a phone call or in person, after we ask whether you want to receive text messages from NEW HOPE KAILUA. Messages may include customer notifications, appointment reminders and scheduling updates, customer support messages, and delivery notifications. Consent to receive text messages is not a condition of membership or of any purchase or service.
Frequency and costs. Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply, according to your mobile plan.
How to opt out. Reply STOP to any message at any time. You will receive a confirmation, and we will stop sending text messages to your number.
How to get help. Reply HELP to any message, or contact us at info@newhopekailua.org or (808) 235-0044.
Carriers. Mobile carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
Your information. Our Privacy Notice explains how we use and protect your mobile phone number. [INSERT: links to the Privacy Notice and Terms of Use pages once they are published on Squarespace.]
15. Contact us
New Hope Kailua 160 Moʻokua Street, Kailua, HI 96734 Phone: (808) 235-0044 Email: info@newhopekailua.org Website: https://newhopekailua.org
Welcome to the website of New Hope Kailua ("New Hope," "we," "us," or "our") at https://newhopekailua.org (the "Site"). By using the Site, you agree to these Terms of Use and to our Privacy Notice and Cookie Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
2. Purpose of the Site
The Site provides information about our church, services, events, and ministries, and offers ways to connect with us, including contact forms, Life Group sign-up, first-Sunday planning, and online giving. Content on the Site is for general information and ministry purposes.
3. Using the Site
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a way that respects others. You agree not to:
- Submit false, misleading, or someone else's personal information without their permission
- Use the Site to harass, threaten, or harm anyone
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site, our accounts, or our systems
- Introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful code
- Send spam or unsolicited commercial messages through our forms
- Copy, scrape, or misuse the Site or its content in ways not allowed by these Terms
4. Forms and communications
When you submit a form, you confirm that the information is accurate and that you are authorized to provide it. You agree that we may contact you by email, phone, or text using the details you provide, for the purposes you requested (for example, answering your question or helping you join a Life Group).
Some replies to form submissions may be sent automatically using automation and AI-assisted tools, as described in our Privacy Notice. Automated replies are for convenience and may not address every detail of your message. A member of our team will follow up when needed. Do not use our forms to report emergencies, crises, or urgent safety matters. If you are in an emergency, call 911. If you are in emotional distress, you can call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
5. Online giving
Online donations are made through Subsplash, a third-party service. Your use of the giving platform is subject to Subsplash's own terms and privacy policy. New Hope is not responsible for errors, outages, or the actions of the payment platform, but we will work with you to resolve giving questions. For giving questions, contact info@newhopekailua.org.
Gifts are given voluntarily in support of the church's ministry. Please consult Subsplash and New Hope for our refund and recurring-gift cancellation practices.
6. Intellectual property
The content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, audio, video, and sermon materials, belongs to New Hope Kailua or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other laws. You may view and share Site content for personal, non-commercial, church-related purposes, with credit to New Hope Kailua. You may not reproduce, sell, or modify our content for commercial use without our written permission. Some third-party materials (such as Scripture translations or music) are used under license, and other restrictions may apply.
7. Content you send us
If you send us comments, testimonies, photos, or other material, you give New Hope a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to use it for ministry purposes related to the church. We will not publish your name, story, or photos publicly without your permission.
8. Third-party links and services
The Site may link to or embed content from third parties such as YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Subsplash, Squarespace, Google, and social media. These are provided for your convenience. We do not control and are not responsible for third-party sites or services, and your use of them is at your own risk and subject to their terms.
9. Spiritual and informational content
Content on the Site, including sermons, devotionals, and responses from church staff or volunteers, is offered for spiritual encouragement and general information. It is not professional medical, legal, financial, or mental-health advice. If you need professional help, please consult a qualified professional.
10. Disclaimer of warranties
The Site is provided "as is" and "as available." To the fullest extent allowed by law, we make no promises that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components, and we disclaim all warranties, express or implied. Service times, events, and other details may change, so please confirm with us when planning your visit.
11. Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent allowed by law, New Hope Kailua and its pastors, leaders, staff, and volunteers will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site or reliance on its content. Nothing in these Terms limits liability that cannot be limited under applicable law.
12. Changes to the Site and these Terms
We may change, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Site at any time. We may also update these Terms from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a new "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated Terms.
13. Governing law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Hawaii, without regard to its conflict-of-law rules. Any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the Site will be handled in the state or federal courts located in the State of Hawaii, unless the law requires otherwise. We encourage you to contact us first so that we can try to resolve any concern in a spirit of goodwill and reconciliation.
14. Text messaging program
Program. New Hope Kailua sends text messages to existing members of our church who have opted in to receive them.
How you opt in. You opt in verbally, during a phone call or in person, after we ask whether you want to receive text messages from NEW HOPE KAILUA. Messages may include customer notifications, appointment reminders and scheduling updates, customer support messages, and delivery notifications. Consent to receive text messages is not a condition of membership or of any purchase or service.
Frequency and costs. Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply, according to your mobile plan.
How to opt out. Reply STOP to any message at any time. You will receive a confirmation, and we will stop sending text messages to your number.
How to get help. Reply HELP to any message, or contact us at info@newhopekailua.org or (808) 235-0044.
Carriers. Mobile carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
Your information. Our Privacy Notice explains how we use and protect your mobile phone number. [INSERT: links to the Privacy Notice and Terms of Use pages once they are published on Squarespace.]
15. Contact us
New Hope Kailua 160 Moʻokua Street, Kailua, HI 96734 Phone: (808) 235-0044 Email: info@newhopekailua.org Website: https://newhopekailua.org