New Hope
Privacy Policy

At New Hope Baptist Church, Inc (also referred to as New Hope, Church), we are committed to respecting and protecting the privacy of our congregation, guests, and anyone who interacts with us through our website, social media platforms, or any other means. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

Personal Information: When you interact with us, we may collect personal information such as your name, contact details (email address, phone number, mailing address), and any other information you voluntarily provide to us.

Financial Information: If you make donations or contributions to our church, we may collect financial information necessary to process your transactions securely.

Usage Information: We may collect information about how you interact with our website, social media platforms, and other digital channels. This may include IP addresses, device information, browser type, and browsing behavior.

Communication Preferences: We may collect information about your communication preferences, such as your subscription to newsletters or updates.

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

Providing Services: We use the information we collect to provide you with the services you request, such as processing donations, sending newsletters, or providing information about events and activities.

Improving Services: We may use the information to improve our services, website, and communications to better serve our congregation and community.

Communication: We may use your information to communicate with you about church-related matters, events, and activities, as well as to respond to your inquiries and requests.

Legal Compliance: We may use your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.

SMS POLICY AND TERMS OF USE

New Hope also uses third party text messaging services to communicate and share information with its subscribers. By subscribing, You have provided Us with consent to send text messages regarding New Hope Programs and events. Message frequency varies by events/preference. Message and data rates may apply. We respect Your privacy and will not intentionally distribute Your mobile phone number to any third parties without Your consent, except as otherwise stated herein.

OPT-OUT: You may choose to opt-out at anytime. Just respond STOP to any text message from 94000 or email us at info@newhopebc.org.

PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO PRIVACY POLICY

Photographs and Videos taken during church events and activities may be used for promotional purposes, including but not limited to church publications, social media, website, and other promotional materials. These images help document and promote the activities and community life of New Hope.

Individuals who find their images used in church promotional materials that wish to have their images removed may request the removal of their images. Requests for image removal should be directed to the church office or emailing info@newhopebc.org.

Storage and Access: Photographs and images are stored securely and accessible only to authorized individuals responsible for managing church communications and promotional materials.

Third-Party Access: We do not share or sell photographs or images to third parties for commercial purposes without explicit consent.

SHARING YOUR INFORMATION

Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing donations, or conducting other church-related activities. These service providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and secure.

Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information when required by law or in response to legal processes, such as subpoenas, court orders, or law enforcement requests.

DATA SECURITY

We take reasonable measures to protect the security and confidentiality of your personal information. We use industry-standard security technologies and procedures to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

YOUR CHOICES

You have the right to:

Review and update your personal information.
Opt-out of receiving certain communications from us.
Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to applicable legal requirements.

Updates to this Privacy Policy:

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us at 770.461.4337 or  info@newhopebc.org.

Last updated: March 22, 2024

New Hope Baptist Church
551 New Hope Road
Fayetteville, GA 30214