Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Information that identifies you personally, such as your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and payment information (e.g., when making online donations or tithes).

• Information Automatically Collected: When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect certain information, including your IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, referring URLs, and usage data through cookies and similar technologies.

• Information from Third Parties: We may receive information from payment processors (for donations), YouTube (for live streams and embeds), or other service providers.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

How we use your information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide and improve our services, including responding to inquiries, processing donations, managing event registrations, and sending newsletters or updates.

• To communicate with you about church activities, sermons, events, and ministry opportunities.

• For internal analytics to understand Site usage and improve user experience.

• To comply with legal obligations, prevent fraud, and enforce our terms.

Sharing your information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

• Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., Squarespace for hosting, payment processors for donations, YouTube for streaming) who assist us in operating the Site and providing services. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.

• As required by law, or in response to legal processes.

• In connection with a merger, acquisition, or similar business transaction.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality, analyze traffic, and provide a better user experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, please review our practices in conjunction with Squarespace’s policies.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

You may:

• Request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information (subject to legal limitations).

• Opt out of receiving marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails.

• Manage cookie preferences via your browser.

For California residents or others with applicable privacy rights, we honor relevant consumer rights where required.

Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

Third Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., YouTube). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Changes to this privacy policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on the Site and updating the effective date. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Word of Life Church
490 Okolona Rd Johnson City, TN 37601
Phone: (423) 561-9170
Email: office@woljc.com