Terms & Conditions

Carmelites.net
Last Updated: January 2026

1. Introduction

Carmelites.net (“Website”) is operated by the Carmelite religious community, a Catholic religious order, with its Provincial Office located in Darien, Illinois, United States.

By accessing or using this Website, you agree to these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Website.

2. Mission and Purpose

Carmelites.net exists to further the religious, spiritual, educational, and charitable mission of the Carmelite Order. Content is offered in a spirit of service to the Church and the wider community.

All content is provided for religious and informational purposes only and does not constitute professional, legal, medical, or pastoral counseling advice.

3. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise noted, all content on this Website—including articles, reflections, prayers, images, audio, video, logos, and design—is the property of Carmelites.net or used with permission.

You may:

• Access and use content for personal, non-commercial, and religious purposes

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or modify content for commercial purposes without prior written consent

4. Content Submissions

By submitting content to Carmelites.net, you agree that:

• You own or control the rights to the submitted content
• The content is truthful and respectful of Catholic teaching and Christian charity
• You grant Carmelites.net a perpetual, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use, publish, adapt, and distribute the content in furtherance of our mission

We reserve the right to edit, decline, or remove submissions at our discretion.

5. Donations and Charitable Contributions

Carmelites.net accepts donations in support of its religious and charitable works.

• The Carmelite community operates as a nonprofit religious organization recognized under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code
• Donations are generally tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law
• Donations are non-refundable, except where required by law
• Donors should consult a tax advisor regarding deductibility

Donation transactions are processed securely by third-party providers.

6. User Conduct

Users agree to act in a manner consistent with Christian charity and not to:

• Use the Website for unlawful purposes
• Post content that is defamatory, abusive, obscene, or contrary to Catholic teaching
• Misrepresent affiliation with the Carmelite Order
• Attempt to interfere with Website security or functionality

7. Third-Party Services

The Website may include links or integrations with third-party services (including donation platforms). Carmelites.net is not responsible for third-party content, policies, or practices.

8. Disclaimer

The Website and its content are provided “as is” and “as available.” While we strive for accuracy and faithfulness to Catholic teaching, we make no guarantees regarding completeness or uninterrupted access.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Carmelites.net shall not be liable for damages arising from use of, or inability to use, this Website or its content.

10. Privacy

Your use of this Website is governed by our Privacy Policy, incorporated by reference.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, USA.

12. Contact Information

Provinzbüro der Karmeliten
Darien, Illinois, USA
Website: https://www.carmelites.net
E-Mail: review@carmelitemedia.org