Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 6th, 2026
Church Name (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors, members, and supporters.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through our website at website URL, how we use it, and what choices you have.
By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Information we collect
We may collect the following types of information when you visit or interact with our website:
• Contact information (such as name, email address, phone number, mailing address) when you fill out forms, sign up for newsletters, or contact us.
• Donation information, including the amount given and the date of your gift; payment details are typically processed by a third‑party payment processor and are not stored on our servers.
• Event registration details, such as the events you sign up for and any information you choose to provide in registration forms.
• Technical data such as IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and the dates and times of your visits, often collected through cookies or similar technologies.
• Any other information you choose to provide to us voluntarily through forms, emails, or other interactions with our site.
We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information simply to browse our website.
2. How we use your information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
• To respond to your inquiries, prayer requests, and messages.
• To register you for events, groups, or church activities you sign up for.
• To process and acknowledge donations and provide you with giving statements when applicable.
• To send you newsletters, updates, or other communications you have requested or that may be of interest related to our ministry.
• To maintain and improve our website, including monitoring usage, troubleshooting, and protecting against errors, fraud, or security issues.
• To comply with legal obligations and protect the rights, property, and safety of our church, our members, and others.
We will only use your personal information for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy unless we reasonably consider that we need to use it for another purpose compatible with the original one.
3. Legal bases (if applicable)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or other regions with similar laws, we process your personal information under one or more of the following legal bases:
• Your consent (for example, when you subscribe to our email list).
• Performance of a contract with you (for example, when you register for an event).
• Compliance with a legal obligation.
• Our legitimate interests, such as administering our ministry, communicating with members and visitors, and improving our website, where these interests are not overridden by your data protection rights.
4. Cookies and tracking technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
• Remember your preferences and improve your experience on the site.
• Understand how visitors use our site so we can improve our content and layout.
• Support basic website functionality and security.
You can usually set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent; however, some parts of the website may not function properly if you disable cookies.
5. How we share information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:
• With service providers and ministry partners who help us operate our website, process donations, send emails, or support our church activities, and who are required to keep your information confidential and use it only for the services they provide to us.
• When required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena, court order, or other legal process, or to protect our rights and the safety of others.
• With your consent or at your direction, such as when you ask us to share your information with a particular ministry, group, or leader.
6. Data security
We take reasonable steps to protect the personal information we collect from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
These measures may include:
• Limiting access to systems and information to staff and volunteers who need it to perform their duties.
• Using secure technologies such as SSL encryption for data transmitted to and from our website when appropriate.
• Maintaining technical, administrative, and physical safeguards and regularly reviewing our security practices.
No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Data retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including for satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. When information is no longer needed, we will delete or anonymize it where feasible.
8. Your rights and choices
Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, which may include:
• The right to access the personal information we hold about you.
• The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• The right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and pastoral obligations.
• The right to withdraw consent for communications, such as email newsletters, at any time.
• The right to object to or restrict certain types of processing where provided by law.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in the “Contact us” section below. We may need to verify your identity before responding to your request.
You can opt out of church email communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link in the email or by contacting us directly.
9. Children’s privacy
Our website is intended for a general audience and is not specifically directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us so we can delete it.
10. Third‑party links and services
Our website may contain links to other websites or services not operated by us (for example, online giving platforms, video streaming, or social media). We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those third‑party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
11. International visitors
If you access our website from outside the country where our church is located, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in that country, where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.
12. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, our ministry, or applicable laws. When we do, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page and, if the changes are significant, provide a more prominent notice.
13. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:
Bethel Lutheran Church
1312 S 45th St
Omaha, NE, 68106
402-551-1063
office@bethellutheranomaha.org