Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide to us when you:

• Register for church membership
• Update your member details
• Participate in church activities and programs
• Contact us through our website or other means

Types of information collected:

• Personal details (name, address, phone, email, date of birth)
• Emergency contact information
• Church participation and membership status
• Communication preferences

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for:

• Maintaining accurate church membership records
• Communicating church news, events, and announcements
• Providing pastoral care and spiritual support
• Organizing church activities and programs
• Emergency contact purposes
• Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only:

• With your explicit consent
• For emergency situations involving your safety
• When required by law or legal process
• With trusted service providers who assist in church operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• Secure data storage and transmission
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments
• Staff training on data protection

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information held by the church
• Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Update your communication preferences
• Request removal from our mailing lists
• Lodge a complaint about our privacy practices

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as:

• You remain an active member of our church community
• Required for legitimate church purposes
• Required by law or regulation

Inactive member records may be archived or deleted after a reasonable period.

7. Children's Privacy

We take special care with information about children under 18:

• Parental consent is required for children's participation in programs
• Children's information is used only for church activities and pastoral care
• Parents can access and update their children's information

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be:

• Posted on our website
• Communicated to members through our usual channels
• Effective from the date specified in the updated policy