Effective Date: 10 December 2025
St. Thomas Orthodox Cathedral, Dubai
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the website, mobile application, and all related online services (“Services”) provided by St. Thomas Orthodox Cathedral Dubai (“the Cathedral,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must discontinue use of the Services.
Our Services are intended to provide parish information to the public and dedicated online services to registered parish members of the Cathedral. You agree to use the Services only for lawful purposes and in a manner consistent with the Cathedral’s values and mission. You may not misuse the Services by attempting to gain unauthorized access, disrupting operations, or engaging in any activity that could harm the Cathedral, its members, or its systems. You agree to interact respectfully and refrain from posting or transmitting any content that is unlawful, offensive, defamatory, or disruptive to the Cathedral. The Cathedral reserves the right to remove content or restrict access for violations of these standards.
To access the Members Zone within our website or mobile application, you may be required to create an account or verify your parish membership. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. The Cathedral is not liable for any loss or damage arising from unauthorized account access due to negligence in protecting login details.
All content made available through the Services, including text, images, liturgical materials, media, announcements, designs, and logos, is the property of St. Thomas Orthodox Cathedral Dubai or its licensors. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or reuse any content without prior written consent from the Cathedral. Content provided solely for members (such as circulars, forms, schedules, or directories) must not be shared publicly.
The Cathedral may provide features such as event registrations, digital forms, donation links, and communication tools. You agree to submit accurate and truthful information and understand that the Cathedral reserves the right to deny or revoke access for misuse or violation of these Terms.
By submitting content (such as event photos, testimonials, or articles) to the Cathedral, you grant the Cathedral a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, and display such content for parish-related purposes.
While we strive to maintain accurate and up-to-date information, we do not guarantee that all content within the Services is error-free. The Services are provided “as is,” without warranties of any kind, including accuracy, availability, or reliability. The Cathedral is not responsible for any direct or indirect damages arising from use of the Services, technical failures, or reliance on published information.
Our Services may include links to third-party websites or external platforms. These are provided for convenience only, and the Cathedral does not endorse or control the content or privacy practices of external sites. You access such links at your own risk.
The Cathedral reserves the right to update, modify, or discontinue any part of the Services at any time, including temporary or permanent suspension of access for maintenance, upgrades, or security reasons, without assuming any liability whatsoever. We may also revise these Terms periodically. Updated Terms will be posted with a revised effective date, and continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of the changes.
The Cathedral may suspend or terminate your access to the Services at its sole discretion, without prior notice, if you violate these Terms or engage in conduct deemed harmful to the Cathedral, its members, or its reputation.
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless St. Thomas Orthodox Cathedral Dubai, its clergy, staff, and volunteers from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising out of your use of the Services or your violation of these Terms.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Cathedral shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damage arising from your use of the Services, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact:
St. Thomas Orthodox Cathedral, Dubai
P.O. Box: 2563, Dubai, UAE
Phone: +971 4 3371122
Email: info@stocdubai.com
These Terms are governed by the federal laws of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as applicable in the Emirate of Dubai, UAE. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Dubai, UAE. By using our website or mobile application, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and that your use of the Services reflects responsible participation in the mission of St. Thomas Orthodox Cathedral Dubai.