Terms of Service - The Little Office
Last Updated: June 3, 2025
1. Service Description
The Little Office ("App") is a free Catholic prayer application that provides access to the Little Office of the Blessed Virgin Mary, including the complete canonical hours. The App is provided for devotional and spiritual purposes and is intended for personal use by the faithful. No payment, subscription, or registration is required to use the App.
2. User Responsibilities
By using the App, you agree to:
- Use the App respectfully and in accordance with Catholic teaching and tradition
- Not modify, distribute, or commercialize the prayer content without permission
- Respect the sacred nature of the prayers and canonical hours
- Not use the App for any unlawful or inappropriate purposes
- Maintain the reverent spirit intended for these traditional Catholic prayers
3. Data Collection
The App collects minimal technical information (iOS version and device type) only when you contact us for support. No personal information, prayer data, or usage analytics are collected. See our Privacy Policy for complete details.
4. Intellectual Property
The prayers of the Little Office of the Blessed Virgin Mary are part of Catholic tradition and public domain. However, the App's specific formatting, design, and digital presentation are protected by copyright. The App content is provided for personal devotional use only.
5. Limitations of Liability
Founder's Point is not responsible for:
- Any spiritual or personal matters arising from prayer practice
- Technical issues that may affect app functionality
- Any interpretations or spiritual guidance - users should consult their spiritual director or pastor
- Service interruptions or device compatibility issues
6. Service Modifications
Founder's Point reserves the right to:
- Update prayer content to ensure accuracy and tradition
- Modify app features to improve user experience
- Update these terms as needed
- Discontinue the service with reasonable notice
7. Spiritual Guidance
This App is intended as a devotional aid and does not replace proper spiritual direction, pastoral care, or participation in the sacraments. Users are encouraged to seek guidance from qualified clergy for matters of faith and spirituality.
8. Termination
We may terminate or suspend access to the App for violations of these terms, though we recognize the devotional nature of the service and will exercise such actions with pastoral sensitivity.
9. Governing Law
These terms are governed by applicable civil law, while recognizing that the spiritual content falls under the guidance of the Catholic Church and its teaching authority.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us through the contact form on our website.