The Orchard Church SMS Terms & Conditions
By providing your mobile number and choosing to receive text messages from The Orchard Church ("The Orchard," "we," or "us"), you agree to receive text messages from us. These messages may be sent using automated technology and may include updates related to church activities, ministries, and events.
Signing up for text messages is completely voluntary and is not required to attend services, participate in ministries, or receive support from The Orchard.
By opting in, you also agree to these SMS Terms & Conditions and our Privacy Policy.
Why We Text
We may send text messages about:
- Church announcements
- Event reminders and updates
- Ministry opportunities
- Volunteer scheduling and coordination
- Pastoral care and follow-up
- Important or urgent church notices
How to Sign Up
You can opt in to receive text messages by:
- Texting a keyword provided by The Orchard
- Checking the SMS consent box on an online form
- Completing a paper or digital form that includes SMS consent language
Message Frequency
The number of messages you receive will vary based on your involvement with The Orchard and the ministries, events, or communications you choose to receive.
Message & Data Rates
Standard message and data rates may apply based on your mobile carrier plan. Message delivery is subject to your carrier's network availability. Mobile carriers are not responsible for delayed or undelivered messages.
How to Stop Messages
You can stop receiving text messages at any time by replying STOP to any message from The Orchard.
After opting out, you will receive one confirmation message. If you'd like to receive messages again, reply START, or sign up through one of our opt-in methods.
Need Help?
Reply HELP for assistance.
You can also contact us through our website at: Contact | The Orchard
Privacy
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. For details about how we collect, use, and protect your information, please review our Privacy Policy.
Your Information
The Orchard does not sell your personal information.
We do not share your mobile number or SMS consent information with other organizations for their marketing purposes. We may share information with trusted service providers who help us deliver our text messaging services.
We maintain records of SMS consent and messaging activity as required by our policies and applicable laws.
Updates to These Terms
We may update these SMS Terms & Conditions from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. If significant changes are made, we may also notify active subscribers by text message when appropriate.
For questions about our text messaging program, please contact:
The Orchard Church
1301 S. Grove Ave.
Barrington, IL 60010
