St. George the New Martyr Coptic Orthodox Church
Effective Date:01/01/2025
1. Information We Collect
- Personal Information: name, email, phone number, mailing address, and family details when you register for church services, sacraments, classes, or events.
- Donor Information: donation history and payment details (processed securely by third-party providers).
- Online Information: IP address, browser type, and device identifiers when you visit our website.
- Pastoral & Sacramental Records: baptism, marriage, membership, and other records maintained securely for church administration.
2. How We Use Information
- Communicate with you about church services, events, or ministries.
- Maintain accurate pastoral and sacramental records.
- Process and acknowledge donations.
- Provide newsletters or announcements (only if you have opted in).
- Improve our website and community outreach.
We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
3. Sharing of Information
We may share limited information only when necessary:
- With trusted service providers who support church operations (such as donation processing or website hosting).
- When required by law or to protect the safety of individuals.
- Within the Diocese for pastoral or sacramental purposes.
4. Data Security
We use appropriate physical, technical, and administrative measures to protect personal information against loss, misuse, or unauthorized access. Sensitive donation details are handled by secure, encrypted processors.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information.
- Request corrections or updates.
- Request removal from our contact lists.
- Opt out of newsletters and electronic communications at any time.
6. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 without parental consent. Information for children’s programs is used only for ministry purposes and safeguarded.
7. Website & Online Services
- Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to improve user experience. These do not identify individuals personally.
- External links on our site are not covered by this Privacy Policy.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with a new effective date.
9. Contact Us
St. George the New Martyr Coptic Orthodox Church
Email: [email protected]