Effective Date: 07/01/2026

Website: joyineverystep.org

Terms of Use

Welcome to Joy In Every Step. By using this website, listening to our podcast, subscribing to our newsletter, or accessing content connected to Joy In Every Step, you agree to these Terms of Use.

1. Purpose of This Website

Joy In Every Step exists to share Scripture-centered encouragement, biblical teaching, podcast episodes, reflections, and ministry-related resources from Elder Sarita Bernadette.

The content on this website is provided for faith-based encouragement, teaching, and general informational purposes.

2. Faith-Based Content

Joy In Every Step shares Christian teaching and encouragement rooted in the Bible. The content is intended to encourage faith, reflection, prayer, and spiritual growth.

Nothing on this website should be interpreted as professional counseling, medical advice, mental health treatment, legal advice, financial advice, or other professional guidance. If you need professional support, please contact a qualified professional, pastor, counselor, attorney, physician, or appropriate advisor.

3. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise noted, all content on this website is owned by or licensed to Joy In Every Step, including:

  • Written copy

  • Podcast descriptions

  • Episode materials

  • Website design elements

  • Brand names

  • Logos

  • Graphics

  • Audio content

  • Newsletter content

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, republish, sell, or use our content for commercial purposes without written permission.

You may share links to our website, podcast episodes, newsletter signup page, or public social media posts.

4. Podcast and Embedded Content

This website may include embedded podcast players, videos, audio players, or links from third-party platforms such as Transistor, Riverside, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and others.

We are not responsible for technical issues, availability, content changes, data practices, or policies of third-party platforms.

5. Newsletter

By subscribing to Weekly Steps of Joy, you agree to receive emails from Joy In Every Step. You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link in our emails.

Newsletter content is provided for encouragement and general faith-based reflection. It may not be copied, republished, or distributed without permission.

6. Support and Third-Party Payments

Joy In Every Step may link to third-party support platforms such as Patreon. Any payments, memberships, contributions, or account activity on those platforms are handled by the third-party provider and are subject to their terms and privacy policies.

Joy In Every Step is not responsible for payment processing issues, account issues, or third-party platform policies.

7. User Conduct

When using this website, you agree not to:

  • Interfere with the website’s operation or security

  • Submit false, misleading, harmful, or unlawful information

  • Attempt to access private systems or data

  • Use the website content in a way that misrepresents Joy In Every Step, Elder Sarita Bernadette, or affiliated ministries

  • Copy or exploit website content without permission

8. External Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, podcast apps, or other resources. These links are provided for convenience.

We do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, terms, accuracy, or availability of third-party websites.

9. No Guarantee of Availability

We strive to keep the website and content available, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. Content may be updated, removed, revised, or unavailable at any time.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

This website and its content are provided “as is” and “as available.” Joy In Every Step makes no warranties that the website will be error-free, uninterrupted, secure, or free from harmful components.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Joy In Every Step and its representatives are not liable for any damages arising from your use of this website, podcast content, newsletter content, external links, or third-party services.

12. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Use from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

13. Contact

For questions about these Terms of Use, contact:

Joy In Every Step
Email: [email protected]
Mailing Address: 555 North Main Street #1378, Providence, RI 02904