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Privacy Policy

Church of Witness Sisterhood

Effective Date: 3/22/2023

Last Updated: 3/22/2023

 

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

The Church of Witness Sisterhood ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all individuals who visit our website, attend our services, or participate in our programs. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information about you.

 

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address

  • Donation Information: Payment details for charitable contributions (processed securely through third-party processors)

  • Event Registration: Information when you sign up for services, events, or programs

  • Communication Preferences: Your choices about how you'd like to hear from us

  • Prayer Requests and Pastoral Care: Information shared for spiritual guidance and support

Information Collected Automatically

  • Website Usage: Pages visited, time spent on site, browser type, IP address

  • Cookies: Small files that help improve your website experience

  • Device Information: Type of device, operating system, mobile network information

 

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Religious and Pastoral Purposes

  • Provide spiritual guidance, pastoral care, and religious services

  • Coordinate worship services and religious ceremonies

  • Facilitate community fellowship and support

Communication and Community Building

  • Send newsletters, event announcements, and spiritual content

  • Respond to your questions and prayer requests

  • Coordinate volunteer opportunities and community outreach

Administrative Purposes

  • Process donations and provide tax-deductible receipts

  • Manage event registrations and attendance

  • Maintain membership records and directories

  • Improve our website and services

Legal Compliance

  • Comply with applicable laws and regulations

  • Maintain proper financial and tax records

  • Respond to legal requests when required

 

How We Share Your Information

Third-Party Service Providers

  • Payment Processors: To process donations securely (PayPal, Stripe, etc.)

  • Email Services: To send newsletters and communications

  • Website Hosting: To maintain our online presence

  • Accounting Services: For financial management and tax compliance

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of individuals.

We Do NOT

  • Sell your personal information to third parties

  • Share your information for commercial marketing purposes

  • Provide donor information to outside organizations without consent

 

Your Privacy Rights and Choices

Communication Preferences

  • Email: Unsubscribe from newsletters using the link in any email

  • Phone: Request to be removed from calling lists

  • Mail: Ask to be removed from mailing lists

Access and Correction

  • Request to review your personal information we have on file

  • Ask us to correct or update inaccurate information

  • Request removal of your information (subject to legal requirements)

Donor Privacy

  • Request that your donations remain anonymous

  • Opt out of donor recognition programs

  • Limit how your giving information is used

 

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information:

  • Secure Website: SSL encryption for all web communications

  • Payment Security: PCI-compliant payment processing

  • Access Controls: Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis

  • Physical Security: Secure storage of paper records

  • Staff Training: Regular training on privacy and confidentiality

 

Children's Privacy

We are committed to protecting children's privacy:

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent

  • Parents can request to review, update, or delete their child's information

  • Children's participation in programs requires appropriate parental consent

 

Cookies and Website Technology

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality

  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site

  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect website functionality.

 

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website

  • Sending email notifications to our mailing list

  • Announcing changes during worship services

 

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:

Church of Witness Sisterhood
2443 S University Blvd, 144

Denver, CO 80210

720-900-4253

donate@witnesssisterhood.org

 

Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Colorado and applicable federal law.

 

This privacy policy reflects our commitment to transparency and respect for your privacy while fulfilling our religious mission of healing the divide between the masculine and feminine within us all through gathering, education, and ritual.

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