Website Terms of Use

Last Modified: August 24, 2025

1. Introduction and Acceptance

These terms of use are entered into by and between you and Ministry of Devotions Pte Ltd, a private limited liability company registered in Singapore trading as The Virtual Lourdes Shrine (“Company,” “we,” or “us”).

We own and operate the website, Lourdes-Shrine.org (the “Website”) as well as the web application for delivery of prayer request services and the sale of related goods (collectively, the ”Services”). We provide private devotional services and are not affiliated, associated, authorized, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected with the Sanctuary, Diocese, or the Church.

The following terms and conditions, together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Sale (collectively, the "Terms"), govern your access to and use of the Services. By visiting the Website or purchasing any of our goods and services, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not access or use the Services.

2. Changes to the Terms

We reserve the right to make changes or modifications to these Terms from time to time. All changes are effective immediately when we post them. Your continued use of the Services after revised Terms are posted means you accept the changes.

3. Accessing the Services

Access to our Website is permitted on a temporary basis, and we reserve the right to withdraw or amend the Services without notice. You may use our Services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to use the Website in any manner that could disable, damage, or impair the site or interfere with any other party's use of the Website.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

We are the owner or the licensee of all intellectual property rights on our Website and in the material published on it. These Terms permit you to use the Website for your personal, non-commercial use only. You must not use any part of the materials on our Website for commercial purposes without obtaining a written license from us.

5. User Submissions and Contributions

You may send us questions, feedback, or suggestions ("Submissions"), or post testimonials, reviews, or other content ("Contributions").

By providing a Submission, you agree to assign to us all intellectual property rights in it. By posting a Contribution, you grant us an unrestricted, worldwide right to use, display, reproduce, and distribute your Contribution for any purpose, commercial or otherwise. This includes our use of your name and any images you provide. Where we use AI voice or avatar for testimonials, we will post a clear on-screen notice.

You are solely responsible for your Submissions and Contributions and warrant that they do not infringe on the rights of any third party or violate any applicable laws. We have the right, but not the obligation, to monitor, edit, or remove any Contribution at our discretion.

6. Testimonial Disclaimer

Testimonials appearing on the Website reflect the real-life experiences of users but are individual results, and results may vary. They are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should always consult a qualified health provider regarding any medical condition.

7. Reliance on Information

The information presented on the Website is for general information purposes only and is not intended to amount to advice (whether medical, financial, or legal) on which reliance should be placed. We disclaim all liability arising from any reliance placed on such materials.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties and Liability

The Services are provided on an “as is” basis without any guarantees, conditions, or warranties as to their accuracy. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we expressly exclude any liability for any direct, indirect, or consequential loss or damage incurred by any user in connection with our Services. This does not affect our liability for death or personal injury arising from our negligence, nor any other liability which cannot be excluded under applicable law.

9. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Company from any and all damages, losses, and costs arising out of or related to your use of this Website, your violation of these Terms, or any information you provide via the Website.

10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Singapore.

Any dispute arising out of or in connection with the Services shall first be referred to the Singapore Mediation Centre for mediation. If the dispute cannot be resolved through mediation, the parties shall submit the dispute to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Singapore courts.

11. Entire Agreement

The Terms of Use, our Privacy Policy, and our Terms of Sale constitute the sole and entire agreement between you and Ministry of Devotions Pte Ltd regarding the Services.

12. Contact Information

This website is operated by Ministry of Devotions Pte Ltd, 45B Temple Street Singapore 058590.

All feedback, comments, and other communications relating to the Website should be directed to: contact@lourdes-shrine.org.