Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 14, 2025

At Church of the Good Shepherd, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information when you:

• Submit a contact form
• Make a donation
• Sign up for our newsletter
• Register for events

This may include your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and payment details (processed securely via our third-party payment provider).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Communicate with you
• Process donations
• Send updates or newsletters (if you opt in)
• Improve our website and services

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information with trusted third-party services (like payment processors) solely to facilitate website functionality or donation processing.

4. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information. Sensitive data (like payment information) is processed securely through PCI-compliant providers.

5. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to enhance your experience. You can disable cookies through your browser settings.

6. Your Rights

You may request to review, update, or delete your personal information by contacting us.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.

You can also reach us through this email cotgs@bellsouth.net or call us via this number (865) 687-9420