1. About Our Church

The Romanian Orthodox Church For Doncaster is a UK registered charity (Charity Number: 1204712) established to advance the Christian faith in accordance with the teachings and practices of the Romanian Orthodox Church. We are under the canonical jurisdiction of the Romanian Orthodox Church and operate in accordance with Orthodox Christian doctrine and tradition.

Our parish is dedicated to Holy Apostle Simon the Zealot and Great-martyr Minas, and we serve the Romanian Orthodox community in Doncaster and surrounding areas.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions, along with our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please discontinue use of this website.

These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use our website and church services.

3. Use of Website

Permitted Use

You may use this website for:

• Obtaining information about our church, services, and activities
• Viewing service times and upcoming events
• Contacting us for pastoral care or general inquiries
• Making donations to support our charitable work
• Accessing educational and spiritual resources

Prohibited Use

You must not use this website to:

• Transmit any unlawful, threatening, defamatory, obscene, or offensive material
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe upon intellectual property rights
• Introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Attempt unauthorised access to our systems or networks
• Harass, abuse, or harm others
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Collect or harvest personal information without consent

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, icons, audio clips, and software, is the property of The Romanian Orthodox Church For Doncaster or its content suppliers and is protected by UK and international copyright laws.

Copyright Notice

© 2025 The Romanian Orthodox Church For Doncaster. All rights reserved.

Limited License

You may view, download, and print content from this website for personal, non-commercial use only, provided you:

• Do not modify or alter the content
• Include all copyright and proprietary notices
• Do not use the content for commercial purposes without written permission

Orthodox Cross and Religious Symbols

Religious symbols, liturgical texts, icons, and sacred imagery displayed on this website are used for worship and educational purposes in accordance with Orthodox Christian tradition. Please treat all religious content with appropriate reverence and respect.

5. Donations and Financial Transactions

Donations made through this website or to our church are:

• Voluntary: All donations are given freely without obligation
• Non-refundable: Due to the charitable nature of our work, donations are generally non-refundable. However, if you believe an error has occurred, please contact us immediately
• Tax-deductible: UK taxpayers may be eligible for Gift Aid, allowing us to claim an additional 25p for every £1 donated
• Secure: We use trusted third-party payment processors to ensure the security of your financial information

All donations are used exclusively for advancing the Christian faith and supporting our charitable objectives in accordance with UK charity law.

6. Church Services and Sacraments

Service Times

While we make every effort to maintain accurate service schedules on this website, times and locations may occasionally change due to pastoral needs, liturgical requirements, or unforeseen circumstances. We recommend confirming service times before attending, especially for feast days and special occasions.

Sacramental Requirements

Participation in Holy Sacraments (Baptism, Chrismation, Confession, Holy Communion, Marriage, Anointing of the Sick, and Holy Orders) is subject to:

• Orthodox Christian canonical requirements
• Preparation and instruction as determined by the parish priest
• Compliance with the practices of the Romanian Orthodox Church
• Proper spiritual and moral readiness

The parish priest, Fr. Lucian Filip, has the pastoral authority to determine eligibility for sacraments in accordance with Orthodox tradition and canonical law.

Church Conduct

All visitors to our church are expected to:

• Dress modestly and respectfully
• Maintain reverent silence during services
• Turn off mobile phones
• Refrain from eating, drinking, or chewing gum in the church
• Follow the guidance of the clergy and church wardens
• Respect Orthodox customs, such as venerating icons and making the sign of the cross

7. Safeguarding

The Romanian Orthodox Church For Doncaster is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We:

• Follow Church of England Safeguarding policies and UK statutory requirements
• Ensure all volunteers and clergy undergo appropriate DBS checks
• Provide safeguarding training for those working with children and vulnerable adults
• Take all allegations of abuse seriously and report concerns to appropriate authorities
• Maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all

If you have safeguarding concerns, please contact our Safeguarding Officer or the parish priest immediately.

8. User-Generated Content

If you submit content to our website (such as comments, prayer requests, or testimonials), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display that content for church-related purposes.

We reserve the right to:

• Review, edit, or remove any user-submitted content
• Refuse to publish content that violates these terms or is inappropriate
• Moderate comments and discussions to maintain respectful dialogue

You are solely responsible for the content you submit and must ensure it does not violate any laws or third-party rights.

9. External Links

This website may contain links to external websites, including:

• UK Charity Commission register
• Romanian Orthodox Church official websites
• Social media platforms
• Educational and religious resources

We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of external websites. Links are provided for convenience and do not constitute endorsement. Please review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

This website and all content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information:

• We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content
• We do not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted or error-free
• We do not guarantee the security of data transmitted through the website
• Technical issues or interruptions may occur despite our best efforts

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by UK law, The Romanian Orthodox Church For Doncaster, its trustees, clergy, volunteers, and affiliates shall not be liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Damages arising from use or inability to use this website
• Errors or omissions in website content
• Unauthorised access to or alteration of your transmissions or data

Nothing in these terms excludes or limits our liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any liability that cannot be excluded under UK law.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Romanian Orthodox Church For Doncaster from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms & Conditions
• Your violation of any laws or third-party rights
• Your use or misuse of this website
• Content you submit or transmit through the website

13. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

By using this website, you consent to our privacy practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

14. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this website. The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates when the terms were last revised.

Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. We encourage you to review these terms periodically.

15. Termination

We reserve the right to:

• Suspend or terminate your access to the website without notice
• Remove or disable any content at our discretion
• Take legal action for violations of these terms

Upon termination, your right to use the website ceases immediately.

16. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

For ecclesiastical matters, the canonical authority of the Romanian Orthodox Church applies in accordance with Orthodox tradition.

17. Severability

If any provision of these Terms & Conditions is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of law, 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 and enforceable.

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms & Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and The Romanian Orthodox Church For Doncaster regarding your use of this website and supersede all prior agreements or understandings.

19. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or clarifications regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:

• Online: Via our contact form
• Church Address: St Mary's Church Centre, 2 Thorne Road, Doncaster, DN1 2EY
• Parish Priest: Fr. Lucian Filip (available by appointment)
• Charity Number: 1204712
• Registered: 14 September 2023