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privacy policy

​Grace United Methodist Church (“Grace,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care, integrity, and transparency. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information through our website, www.peopleofgrace.org, and related services.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information when you:

  • Visit our website

  • Fill out forms or submit inquiries

  • Register for events, ministries, or programs

  • Subscribe to emails, newsletters, or text communications

  • Make donations or payments

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The types of information we may collect include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Payment and donation information (processed securely through third parties)

  • Event participation details

  • Any other information you voluntarily provide

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Communicate about church activities, ministries, and events

  • Process registrations, donations, and inquiries

  • Maintain internal church records

  • Provide pastoral care and community engagement

  • Improve our website and digital services

  • We use your information only in ways consistent with our mission as a faith community.

 

3. Church Community Builder (CCB)

Grace uses Church Community Builder (CCB) as our secure church management system and database.

Information you provide may be stored in CCB to:

  • Maintain membership and participation records

  • Coordinate ministries and communication

  • Support pastoral care

  • CCB utilizes industry-standard security practices to protect stored information.

 

4. Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party providers to support our operations:

 

Pushpay (Online Giving)

We use Pushpay to process donations and payments. Payment information is securely processed by Pushpay and is subject to their privacy and security policies. Grace does not store full payment card details on our servers.

 

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. This may include:

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on the site

  • General geographic location

  • Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies. This data is aggregated and does not personally identify individual users.

 

Other Service Providers

We may use additional service providers (e.g., email platforms) to facilitate communication. These providers are required to safeguard your information.

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5. Email Communications and CAN-SPAM Compliance

Grace United Methodist Church complies with the CAN-SPAM Act in all email communications. This means:

  • We do not send misleading or deceptive messages

  • Email subject lines accurately reflect content

  • We clearly identify messages as coming from Grace United Methodist Church

  • We include a valid physical or contact address in communications

  • You may opt out or unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in emails or by contacting us

  • We honor unsubscribe requests promptly.

 

6. Photography, Video, and Media Consent

Grace may take photographs or videos during worship services, events, and programs.

 

Adult Participants

By attending or registering for events, you acknowledge that:

  • You may be photographed or recorded

  • Images may be used in church communications, including:

  • Where applicable, event registrations may include an option to opt in or opt out of media use, and we will make reasonable efforts to honor those preferences.

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Children and Minors

For minors (under 18):

  • We seek parent or guardian consent for identifiable photos or videos used publicly

  • Event registrations involving children include a photo/media release section

  • We take extra care to use images respectfully and appropriately

 

7. Data Protection and Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information, including:

  • Secure website hosting

  • Encryption where appropriate

  • Use of trusted third-party systems (such as CCB and Pushpay)

  • Restricted access to personal data by authorized staff and volunteers

  • While no system is completely secure, we take appropriate steps to reduce risk.

 

8. No Sale of Personal Information

Grace United Methodist Church does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We only share information when necessary to:

  • Provide services (e.g., CCB, Pushpay, communication tools)

  • Comply with legal obligations

 

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Improve website functionality

  • Analyze usage through tools like Google Analytics

  • You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though some features of the site may not function properly.

 

10. Children’s Privacy

We are committed to protecting children’s privacy.

  • We collect information about minors only with the knowledge and consent of a parent or guardian

  • Online registrations involving children require parent/guardian submission or approval

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from minors without parental consent

 

11. Your Choices and Rights

You may:

  • Request access to or correction of your personal information

  • Opt out of communications at any time

  • Request removal of your information from our records (subject to administrative or legal requirements)

  • To make a request, please contact us using the information below.

 

12. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach involving your personal information, Grace United Methodist Church will:

  • Investigate the incident promptly

  • Take appropriate steps to secure systems

  • Notify affected individuals as required by applicable laws, including Illinois law

 

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

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14. Contact Us

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

Grace United Methodist Church
Email: hello@peopleofgrace.org
Phone: 630-355-1748

Address: 300 E. Gartner Rd., Naperville, IL 60540

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Effective Date: 04/15/2026

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