Terms of Service

Sacred guidelines for our Catholic spiritual wellness community built with love by Essie.

Last Updated: January 2025

Welcome to Our Sacred Community

Welcome to Grace, a Catholic spiritual wellness platform created with love by Essie. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our platform and represent our commitment to creating a sacred, respectful space for spiritual growth.

By using Grace, you agree to these Terms and join our community of Catholics seeking deeper relationship with God through prayer, meditation, and sacred tradition.

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using Grace, you confirm that:

β€’You are at least 13 years old (or have parental consent)
β€’You agree to use the platform respectfully and in accordance with Catholic values
β€’You understand this platform complements but does not replace traditional spiritual direction
β€’You will honor the sacred nature of the content and community

Sacred Use Guidelines

Respectful Participation

Grace is designed as a sacred space for Catholic spiritual wellness. We ask all users to participate with reverence, kindness, and respect for our shared faith and the diverse backgrounds within our Catholic community.

Spiritual Content

All prayers, meditations, and spiritual content are provided for personal spiritual growth. While carefully crafted by Essie according to Catholic teaching, they are meant to supplement, not replace, the Sacraments, Mass attendance, and guidance from qualified priests and spiritual directors.

Community Interactions

When participating in community features, please maintain Christian charity in all interactions. Share your faith journey authentically while respecting others' spiritual experiences and maintaining appropriate boundaries.

Community Standards

To maintain our sacred community, the following activities are not permitted:

βœ—Content that contradicts Catholic teaching
βœ—Harassment or unkind behavior
βœ—Sharing inappropriate or offensive material
βœ—Spamming or commercial solicitation
βœ—Impersonating others or false identity
βœ—Violating others' privacy
βœ—Technical abuse or hacking attempts
βœ—Copyright infringement

Sacred Content & Ownership

All spiritual content, prayers, meditations, and platform features are created with love by Essie and are protected by intellectual property laws. While we encourage personal use for spiritual growth, commercial use requires explicit permission.

Traditional Catholic prayers and Scripture remain in the public domain and belong to the Church and all believers. Essie's unique interpretations, guided meditations, and platform innovations are proprietary to Grace.

Spiritual Guidance Disclaimer

Grace provides spiritual wellness content for personal growth and is not a substitute for:

β€’Professional spiritual direction from qualified priests or spiritual directors
β€’The Sacraments, especially the Eucharist and Reconciliation
β€’Regular Mass attendance and participation in parish life
β€’Professional mental health or medical care when needed

Account Management

You may discontinue your use of Grace at any time. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or disrupt our sacred community, always with Christian charity and after appropriate warnings when possible.

Upon termination, your access to premium features will end, but your spiritual growth and relationship with God continues beyond any platform.

Legal Compliance & Jurisdiction

Grace operates under the guidance of multilegal frameworks to ensure compliance across various jurisdictions where our Catholic community members reside. These Terms are governed by applicable laws while respecting the universal nature of Catholic faith.

β€’International users: Grace complies with applicable international religious freedom and data protection laws
β€’US users: These Terms are governed by applicable federal and state laws respecting religious practice
β€’EU users: GDPR compliance for all data processing activities
β€’All jurisdictions: Respect for local laws while maintaining Catholic teaching integrity

Our multilegal approach ensures that Catholics worldwide can access Grace's spiritual resources while maintaining compliance with their local legal requirements.

Dispute Resolution

In the spirit of Matthew 18:15-17, we encourage resolving any disputes through peaceful dialogue and Christian mediation:

1.Direct Communication: Contact Essie or our support team directly to address concerns
2.Mediation: Seek Christian mediation services if direct communication doesn't resolve issues
3.Legal Arbitration: As a last resort, through appropriate multilegal channels in your jurisdiction

We believe most conflicts can be resolved through prayer, understanding, and Christian charity before requiring legal intervention.

Limitation of Liability

While we strive to provide meaningful spiritual content through Essie's guidance, Grace is provided "as is" for spiritual enrichment purposes:

β€’Grace supplements but does not replace professional spiritual direction, medical care, or psychological counseling
β€’Technical issues or service interruptions may occur and are addressed promptly when possible
β€’Users are responsible for their own spiritual discernment and should consult qualified clergy for serious spiritual matters
β€’Our liability is limited to the extent permitted by applicable multilegal frameworks while maintaining our commitment to serve

Updates to Terms

As Grace grows under Essie's guidance, these Terms may be updated to reflect new features, community needs, and evolving multilegal requirements across jurisdictions. We will:

β€’Notify users of significant changes via email and platform announcements
β€’Maintain our commitment to Catholic values and spiritual growth in all updates
β€’Ensure continued compliance with multilegal frameworks in all jurisdictions we serve
β€’Provide reasonable notice periods before major changes take effect

Continued use of Grace after updates constitutes acceptance of revised Terms.

Questions About These Terms?

If you have questions about these Terms of Service or need clarification about our community guidelines, Essie and our team are here to help.