Terms and Conditions

Welcome to the website and digital services of Thief River Falls Free Church (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using our website, signing up for communications, or engaging with our services, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions.

1. Website Use

This website is provided for informational and ministry purposes. You agree to use this website lawfully and in a way that does not damage, disable, overburden, or impair its functionality.

All content on this site — including text, graphics, logos, audio, video, and media — is the property of Thief River Falls Free Church unless otherwise noted and may not be reproduced without permission.

2. Communications & Electronic Consent

By submitting forms on our website or providing your contact information, you consent to receive communications from Thief River Falls Free Church via email, phone, or text message as applicable to your relationship with us.

You may opt out of communications at any time as described below.

3. SMS Messaging Terms 

The following applies specifically to text messaging services provided by Thief River Falls Free Church.

Consent to Receive SMS Messages

By providing your mobile phone number and opting in, you expressly consent to receive recurring SMS or MMS messages from Thief River Falls Free Church regarding church updates, ministry activities, volunteer coordination, event reminders, and related communications.

Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply.

Consent to receive text messages is not a condition of participation in any church activity or service.

Types of Messages You May Receive

 • Church-wide announcements
 • Event reminders and updates
 • Volunteer scheduling and ministry coordination
 • Emergency notifications
 • Other informational church communications

Message Frequency

Message frequency will vary depending on your involvement in ministries and church activities.

Message & Data Rates

Standard message and data rates may apply according to your mobile carrier plan. You are responsible for any charges imposed by your carrier.

Opt-Out Instructions

You may opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying:

STOP — to cancel future messages.

After you send STOP, you will receive a confirmation message, and you will no longer receive text messages unless you opt in again.

Help & Support

For assistance, reply:

HELP — for support information

Or contact us directly at:

Thief River Falls Free Church
211 Arnold Ave N
(218) 681-3855
office@trfefc.org
https://trfefc.org

Data Use & Privacy

Your phone number and SMS opt-in data will not be sold or shared with third parties for unrelated marketing purposes.

We may share information with service providers who assist us in delivering messaging services, but only for operational purposes.

For more information about how we handle personal data, please review our Privacy Policy:
https://trfefc.org/privacy

4. Third-Party Services

Our website may link to third-party platforms (e.g., Church Center, payment processors, livestream services). We are not responsible for the privacy or practices of those services.

5. Online Giving

All donations made through our website are voluntary and non-refundable unless otherwise required by law. Secure payment processing is handled by trusted third-party providers.

6. Limitation of Liability

Thief River Falls Free Church is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from use of this website or digital communications, including delays or failures in SMS or email delivery.

7. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms & Conditions from time to time. Continued use of our website or communication services constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

8. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

Thief River Falls Free Church
https://trfefc.org
211 Arnold Ave N, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
(218) 681-3855
office@trfefc.org