Terms and Conditions

The guidelines for using our website, engaging with our content, and understanding your rights.

The guidelines for using our website and digital resources
Last updated: 11 June, 2025

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) apply to your use of the Apostolic Old Catholic Mission website, https://apostolicoldcatholic.org (“the website”), and all services, media, or content connected to it. By accessing this site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use the website.

1. Who we are

The Apostolic Old Catholic Mission operates under the sacramental care of the Bulgarian Old Catholic Church, functioning independently in its ministry and digital presence. Contact details are provided at the end of this document.

2. Use of the website

You may use this website for lawful, non-commercial purposes. You agree not to:

Violate any local or international law
Distribute spam, malware, or abusive content
Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the site or its services
Reproduce or exploit the content for commercial purposes without written permission

3. Donations

We accept voluntary donations through secure platforms including GiveWP and PayPal. All donations are considered gifts and are non-refundable unless stated otherwise. We do not issue tax certificates unless explicitly noted. If you have a question regarding a donation, please contact us.

4. Newsletter and communications

By subscribing to our newsletter or submitting a contact form, you consent to receive occasional updates from the Apostolic Old Catholic Mission via Brevo. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in each email.

5. Downloads and usage rights

Some downloadable content on this website is offered under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License. This allows you to:

Share and adapt the content
As long as you credit the source, do not use it commercially, and apply the same license

Other materials, including but not limited to our Statutes and Ecclesiological documents, are protected by copyright and may not be reproduced without written permission. Each download will be clearly labelled with its applicable license.

6. Pastoral guidance and support

The Apostolic Old Catholic Mission offers spiritual care and support rooted in Scripture, tradition, and lived experience. While we may address topics such as addiction, sexuality, stress, grief, or identity, we do not provide medical, legal, or psychological advice. Any support we offer is spiritual in nature and not a substitute for professional care.

We encourage individuals to seek guidance from licensed professionals as needed, and we do not assume liability for any decision or action taken based on pastoral advice offered through this website or its representatives.

7. User submissions and ownership

If you submit content to us (e.g. feedback, suggestions, testimonials), you grant the Apostolic Old Catholic Mission a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual right to use, modify, reproduce, or publish that content, unless explicitly agreed otherwise in writing. We reserve the right to moderate or decline any submitted content.

8. External links and third-party tools

Our website may link to external platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Brevo, or donation processors. These links are provided for convenience. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or functionality of third-party websites or services.

9. Limitation of liability

All content provided is intended for general spiritual enrichment. We strive for accuracy but make no guarantees of completeness or uninterrupted access. We shall not be held liable for any damages arising from the use (or inability to use) the website or its resources.

10. Language and jurisdiction

The official language of the Apostolic Old Catholic Mission and its website is English. Where content is translated, the English version remains legally authoritative. These Terms are governed by the laws of Bulgaria. Any disputes shall fall under the jurisdiction of the civil courts of Sofia, Bulgaria.

11. Changes to these Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. When updated, the “last modified” date will change. Continued use of the site implies acceptance of the updated Terms.

12. Contact details

For any questions regarding these Terms, donations, or permissions, please contact:

Apostolic Old Catholic Mission
c/o Bulgarian Old Catholic Church
11 Hristo Belchev Street, Entrance B, Floor 3
Sredets District, Sofia 1000
Bulgaria
Website: https://apostolicoldcatholic.org
Email: admin@apostolicoldcatholic.org