Terms of Service

Welcome to the Deliverance Church International Riruta ("DC Riruta," "the Church," "we," "our," or "us") website. By accessing or using our website at www.dcriruta.org, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). Please read these Terms carefully before using our website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service, our Privacy Policy, and our Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

2. About Our Church and Website

Deliverance Church International Riruta is a registered religious organization in Kenya, affiliated with Deliverance Church International. Our website serves as an online platform to:

• Share information about our church, beliefs, and ministries
• Provide access to live streaming of worship services and recorded sermons
• Enable visitors to submit prayer requests and contact our pastoral team
• Facilitate online giving (tithes, offerings, and donations)
• Connect members and visitors with ministry opportunities
• Share news, events, and announcements

3. Eligibility

Our website is intended for general audiences. You may use our website regardless of your religious background – we welcome all who seek to learn about our church or engage with our content.

For certain features (such as submitting forms or making donations), you represent that you are at least 18 years old or are using the website under the supervision of a parent or guardian. Children under 13 should not submit personal information through our website without parental consent.

4. Spiritual Content Disclaimer

Our website contains religious content, including sermons, teachings, devotionals, and spiritual guidance based on the Holy Bible and our church's Statement of Faith. This content:

• Is not professional advice: Our spiritual content is not a substitute for professional medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. For serious matters, please consult appropriate professionals.
• Reflects our beliefs: Content represents the beliefs and teachings of DC Riruta and Deliverance Church International. We encourage you to study Scripture and seek God's guidance.
• Is offered in love: All content is shared with the intention of encouraging spiritual growth and pointing people to Jesus Christ.

5. Prayer Requests and Pastoral Care

When you submit a prayer request through our website:

• Your request will be treated with confidentiality and care
• Our pastoral team and prayer warriors may pray for your request and may follow up with you if appropriate
• Submitting a prayer request does not create a counseling relationship or professional duty of care
• For urgent matters or crises, please contact emergency services (999 in Kenya) or seek immediate professional help

By submitting a prayer request, you consent to members of our prayer team being made aware of your request for the purpose of prayer.

6. Online Giving and Donations

Our website may provide facilities for making tithes, offerings, and donations to support the ministry of DC Riruta. By making a donation:

• Voluntary Contributions: All donations are voluntary gifts made without expectation of goods or services in return (except as specifically stated for designated funds)
• Use of Funds: Donations will be used for the general purposes of the church or as designated, subject to the discretion of church leadership. Where donations are made for specific purposes, we will endeavor to use them accordingly, but reserve the right to redirect funds if circumstances change.
• Tax Considerations: Please consult with a tax professional regarding any tax implications of your donations. We can provide donation receipts upon request.
• Refunds: As donations are gifts, they are generally non-refundable. If you believe a donation was made in error, please contact us at info@dcriruta.org and we will review your request.
• Payment Security: Online payments are processed through secure third-party payment processors. We do not store your full payment card details.

7. User Conduct and Community Guidelines

As a Christian community, we expect all visitors to our website to conduct themselves with respect and integrity. When using our website, you agree NOT to:

• Post or transmit content that is blasphemous, obscene, defamatory, threatening, harassing, or hateful
• Impersonate any person or entity, including church staff, pastors, or other members
• Submit false information through any form on our website
• Use our website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws or regulations
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or interfere with the website's functionality
• Upload viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Harvest or collect personal information about other users
• Use our website for commercial purposes without our written consent
• Violate the intellectual property rights of the church or others

We reserve the right to remove content, block access, or take other appropriate action if we believe these guidelines have been violated.

8. Intellectual Property

Our Content

The content on this website—including but not limited to text, sermons, graphics, logos, images, videos, and software—is the property of Deliverance Church International Riruta or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may:

• View and download content for personal, non-commercial, spiritual use
• Share links to our content with others
• Quote brief excerpts with proper attribution to DC Riruta

You may NOT:

• Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display substantial portions of our content without permission
• Use our content for commercial purposes
• Modify or create derivative works from our content
• Remove copyright notices or other proprietary markings

Scripture Usage

Scripture quotations on our website are used according to the terms of the respective Bible versions. Common versions we use include NIV, KJV, NKJV, and ESV. Appropriate copyright notices apply.

User Submissions

By submitting content to us (such as contact messages, prayer requests, or testimonies), you grant DC Riruta a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to use, store, and process that content for ministry purposes. For testimonies specifically, we will always seek your permission before publicly sharing.

9. Live Streaming and Video Content

Our website provides access to live streaming of worship services and recorded video content through YouTube. By accessing this content:

• You agree to YouTube's Terms of Service in addition to these Terms
• You understand that live streaming quality depends on your internet connection
• You acknowledge that live events may occasionally experience technical difficulties
• You may not record, redistribute, or broadcast our live streams or videos without written permission

10. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, or services. These links are provided for your convenience. We do not:

• Control or endorse the content of third-party websites
• Assume responsibility for their privacy practices or terms
• Guarantee the accuracy or reliability of information on external sites

We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including:

• Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement
• Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content
• Warranties that the website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free

We strive to maintain accurate and up-to-date information, but we make no guarantees regarding the timeliness or accuracy of all content.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Kenyan law, Deliverance Church International Riruta, including its pastors, elders, deacons, employees, volunteers, and members, shall not be liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use the website
• Any damages resulting from errors, omissions, interruptions, or defects in the website
• Any losses resulting from unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data
• Any spiritual, emotional, or psychological outcomes from engaging with our content

Our total liability for any claim arising from your use of the website shall not exceed the amount you paid to us (if any) in the 12 months preceding the claim.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Deliverance Church International Riruta, its pastors, officers, members, employees, and volunteers from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of or access to the website
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Kenya, without regard to conflict of law principles.

In keeping with biblical principles (Matthew 18:15-17; 1 Corinthians 6:1-8), we encourage any disputes to first be resolved through direct communication with us. If a dispute cannot be resolved informally, you agree to attempt mediation before pursuing any legal action. Any legal proceedings shall be conducted in the courts of Nairobi, Kenya.

15. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or restrict your access to our website at any time, without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to a violation of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the website immediately ceases.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid while preserving its intent.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and DC Riruta regarding your use of our website, superseding any prior agreements.

18. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service or need to report a concern, please contact us: