Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 11, 2026

Welcome to First Artesia Christian Reformed Church (“First Artesia,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care, transparency, and integrity.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website, participate in church activities, submit forms, donate online, subscribe to communications, or otherwise interact with us.

By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

Name

Email address

Phone number

Mailing address

Prayer requests

Volunteer information

Event registrations

Donation/payment information

Communication preferences

Any other information you submit through forms or email

We may also automatically collect certain technical information, including:

IP address

Browser type

Device type

Operating system

Pages visited

Referral source

Website usage data through cookies and analytics tools

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use collected information to:

Respond to inquiries or prayer requests

Communicate church updates, newsletters, or ministry information

Process donations or event registrations

Coordinate volunteer opportunities

Improve website functionality and user experience

Maintain website security and prevent misuse

Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal information.

3. Online Donations & Payment Processing

If you make a donation through our website, payment information is typically processed through a secure third-party payment provider. We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers.

Third-party payment processors may collect and process your information according to their own privacy policies and security standards.

4. Cookies & Analytics

Our website may use cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies to improve website functionality and better understand visitor interactions.

Cookies may help us:

Remember preferences

Improve website performance

Monitor traffic and engagement

Enhance security

You can modify your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are being used. Some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

We may use services such as:

Google Analytics

Website hosting analytics

Embedded media providers

Social media integrations

These third-party services may collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies.

5. Email Communications

If you subscribe to church emails, newsletters, ministry updates, or event communications, we may send occasional emails related to:

Worship services

Church announcements

Ministry opportunities

Events

Community outreach

Giving campaigns

You may unsubscribe at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in our emails or by contacting us directly.

6. Children’s Privacy

We care deeply about the safety and privacy of children.

Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If we become aware that such information has been submitted improperly, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.

Parents or guardians who believe a child has provided personal information may contact us to request removal.

7. Embedded Content & Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites, livestream platforms, social media pages, or embedded content such as videos, maps, or online giving portals.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites or services. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external sites they visit.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, misuse, or alteration.

However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:

Request access to your information

Correct inaccurate information

Request deletion of information

Withdraw consent for communications

Request information about how your data is used

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, ministry operations, or website functionality.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

First Artesia Christian Reformed Church

Website: www.firstartesia.org