Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 12, 2025

Introduction

Holy Cross Lutheran Church (“we,” “our,” “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with us online.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:
1.Personal Information You Provide
-Name
-Email address
-Phone number
-Mailing address
-Information you provide through forms, prayer requests, event –registrations, or donations

2. Non-Personal Information
-Browser type
-Pages visited
-IP address
-General location data (not precise location)
-Website usage statistics

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:
-Respond to your questions or requests
-Process registrations and donations
-Share church news, events, and ministry updates (with your consent)
-Improve our website and ministry outreach
-Comply with legal obligations

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only with:
-Service providers who help us operate our website, payment systems, or email communications (bound by confidentiality agreements)
-Legal authorities if required by law

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience. See our Cookie Policy for details.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

Your Privacy Choices

-You may opt out of receiving church emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link or contacting us directly.
-You can disable cookies in your browser settings (some site features may not function properly).

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The revised policy will be posted on this page with a new “last updated” date.