Privacy Policy for Rocky Mountain Calvary Chapel Inc.

Effective Date: September 6, 2024

1. Introduction

Rocky Mountain Calvary Chapel Inc. (“RMCC,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the personal information you provide to us, whether through our website, mobile applications, or other communication methods. This policy applies to our website at https://rmcalvary.org and any other online services or platforms provided by RMCC.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: This includes, but is not limited to, your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and any other information you voluntarily provide to us through forms, donations, or communications.
  • Non-Personal Information: This includes, but is not limited to, your browser type, IP address, device information, and usage data collected through cookies and similar technologies.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To communicate with you regarding church events, services, and updates.
  • To process donations and manage your giving history.
  • To provide spiritual care and respond to your requests for prayer or counseling.
  • To improve our website and mobile applications.
  • To comply with legal obligations and protect the rights, property, or safety of RMCC and its members.

4. Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

RMCC does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without verifiable parental consent. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without such consent, we will delete that information as quickly as possible. If you believe that we might have any information from or about a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

5. Mobile SMS and Other Communications

By providing your phone number, you consent to receive SMS and other communications from RMCC regarding church events, services, and updates. Standard messaging and data rates may apply. You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by following the instructions provided in the message.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website at https://rmcalvary.org uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your user experience and gather information about how our site is used. A cookie is a small data file that is placed on your device when you visit our website. We may use both session cookies (which expire once you close your web browser) and persistent cookies (which stay on your device until you delete them) to help us understand and improve your interactions with our site.

Types of Cookies We Use:

  • Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the operation of our website and allow you to navigate and use its features.
  • Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how you use our website, such as which pages you visit most often, and help us improve the functionality of our site.
  • Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference) and provide enhanced features.
  • Analytics Cookies: These cookies are used to gather statistical data on how our website is used, which helps us improve the overall user experience.

Managing Cookies:

You can control and manage cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies, accept cookies, or notify you when a cookie is being placed on your device. Please note that if you choose to disable or delete cookies, certain features of our website may not function properly.

7. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties without your consent, except as necessary to provide services or comply with legal obligations. We may share your information with trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our ministry, or serving our members, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential.

8. Security of Your Information

We implement a variety of security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet, or method of electronic storage, is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

9. Terms of Use

By using our website and services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our website or services. We reserve the right to modify this policy at any time, and any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

10. Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Policy

RMCC respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects users of our website and services to do the same. In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), we will respond to claims of copyright infringement on our website or services that are reported to us as specified below.

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement and is accessible on our website, please notify our DMCA Agent in writing, providing the following information:

  • A physical or electronic signature of the person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of the copyright interest;
  • A description of the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed;
  • A description of where the material that you claim is infringing is located on our website or services;
  • Your address, telephone number, and email address;
  • A statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law;
  • A statement by you, made under penalty of perjury, that the above information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the copyright owner’s behalf.

You can contact our DMCA Agent at:

DMCA Agent
Rocky Mountain Calvary Chapel Inc.
4285 N. Academy Blvd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Phone: (719) 597-1133
Email: info@rmcalvary.org

Upon receipt of a valid DMCA notice, we will remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing content and take reasonable steps to notify the user responsible for posting the content. Repeat infringers’ accounts may be terminated at our discretion.

11. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. RMCC is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

12. Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information that we hold. You may also withdraw your consent for us to process your personal information at any time. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the contact information provided below.

13. International Users

If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located and our central database is operated. By using our services, you consent to this transfer, storage, and processing of your information in the United States.

14. Do Not Track Signals

Some web browsers may transmit “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals to websites with which the browser communicates. RMCC does not currently respond to DNT signals. We continue to review DNT and other new technologies and may adopt a DNT standard once more information is available.

15. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. When your personal information is no longer required, we will delete it in a secure manner.

16. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at:

Rocky Mountain Calvary Chapel Inc.
4285 N. Academy Blvd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Phone: (719) 597-1133
Email: info@rmcalvary.org
Website: https://rmcalvary.org

17. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated policy on our website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.