1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing this website (“Site”) or opting in to receive communications from Oaks Church (“Church,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, do not use this Site or enroll in our communications programs.

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2. Website Use
You agree to use this Site only for lawful purposes and in compliance with:

• Federal law

• Texas state law

• Applicable telecommunications regulations

You may not:

• Use the Site to transmit unlawful, harmful, or misleading content

• Attempt unauthorized access to systems

• Interfere with Site functionality

We reserve the right to suspend or restrict access for violations.

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3. Intellectual Property
All content—including sermons, graphics, logos, text, video, and downloadable materials — is owned by Oaks Church unless otherwise indicated. No reproduction or redistribution is permitted without written consent.

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4. Mobile Messaging Terms (SMS Program)
These terms apply if you opt in to receive SMS text messages from us.

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4.1 Program Description
By providing your mobile number, you consent to receive SMS messages related to:

• Worship service reminders

• Church event notifications

• Volunteer coordination

• Ministry communications and updates

• Giving campaigns or fundraising initiatives

Message frequency varies.

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4.2 Consent to Receive Text Messages
By opting in through a website form, connection card, event registration, or keyword text enrollment, you provide prior express written consent as required under the federal Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA).

Consent is:

• Not a condition of attending services or events

• Not required to make a donation

• Voluntary and revocable at any time

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4.3 Message & Data Rates
Message and data rates may apply depending on your wireless carrier plan.

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4.4 Opt-Out
To stop receiving messages, reply: STOP. You will receive a confirmation message and will no longer receive SMS communications unless you opt in again. If you wish to opt out of a specific list, please let us know by texting (469) 817-9977.

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4.5 Help
For help, text us at (469) 817-9977, contact us at info@oaks.church, or call our church office at (214) 376-8208—Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM.

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4.6 Carrier Disclaimer
Wireless carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

4.7 Texas Communications Compliance
This SMS program is operated in compliance with:

• The federal Telephone Consumer Protection Act (47 U.S.C. § 227)

• Applicable Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations

• Texas state consumer protection laws

We maintain records of consent where required by law.

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5. Donations
All donations are voluntary and generally non-refundable. As a Texas religious nonprofit organization:

• Contributions are made without expectation of goods or services unless explicitly stated

• Donors are responsible for maintaining their own tax documentation

Oaks Church is organized and operated as a nonprofit religious organization under Texas law.

6. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by Texas law, Oaks Church shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

• Use of this Site

• Participation in our messaging program

• Reliance on Site content

7. Texas Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas.

8. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms periodically. Continued use of the Site or SMS services constitutes acceptance of any changes.​