Privacy Policy

Lord of Life Lutheran Church (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit lordoflifechurch.org.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information when you:

• Visit or browse our website

• Submit a contact form

• Sign up for newsletters or email updates

• Make a donation or register for an event

• Request prayer or pastoral support

 

Information may include:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Donation/payment details (processed securely via third-party services)

We may also collect non-personal data, such as browser type, device information, and pages visited, to help us improve our website.

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to your inquiries and prayer requests

• Send church news, updates, and event information

• Process donations and provide receipts

• Manage volunteer participation or event registration

• Improve our website and communication efforts

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

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3. Donation Security

All online donations made through lordoflifechurch.org are processed via trusted third-party platforms. We do not store your payment information on our servers. These platforms use encryption and industry-standard security protocols.

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4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer not to allow this.

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5. Cookie Policy

The lordoflifechurch.org uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and support basic website functions.

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• What Are Cookies? Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your actions and preferences (such as login, language, or display settings) over time, so you don’t have to re-enter them each time you visit.

• Types of Cookies We May Use

  • Essential Cookies – Required for the website to function properly, including page navigation, security, and access to features.

  • Performance and Analytics Cookies – Help us understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting anonymous information (e.g., which pages are visited, how long users stay).

  • Functionality Cookies – Allow the website to remember choices you make (such as language or region) to provide a more personalized experience.

  • Third-Party Cookies – May be set by services embedded on our site, such as videos, maps, or social media integrations.

• Managing Cookies - You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, as well as set preferences for how cookies are handled. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of the website. To learn more about cookies and how to manage them, visit: www.allaboutcookies.org.

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6. Third-Party Links

Our site may include links to other websites for your convenience or reference (e.g., YouTube, giving platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.

 

7. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If you believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can remove it.

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8. Your Choices

You may:

• Opt out of email communications at any time by using the “unsubscribe” link provided.

• Request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data by contacting us directly.

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9. Data Protection

We take reasonable steps to protect your information from loss, misuse, or unauthorized access. However, no internet transmission is ever completely secure, and you use the website at your own risk.

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10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we do, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. Continued use of our website after changes means you accept the updated policy.

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11. Contact Us

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

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Lord of Life Lutheran Church
5051 Pleasant Valley Rd

Brighton, MI 48114
Phone: (810) 227-3113
Email: lordoflifeelca@gmail.com

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Effective Date: 8/19/2025

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