Effective Date: 10/6/25
Last Updated: 10/6/25
Our Commitment to Privacy
Immanuel Lutheran Church ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website Immanuelbroadlands.com and interact with our online services.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
Prayer Requests: Information submitted through prayer request forms
Event Registrations: Information provided when registering for events, classes, or programs
Payment Information: Credit card details, billing addresses, and transaction history for donations and payments
Third-Party Payment Data: Information processed through Venmo, PayPal, and other payment platforms
Financial Records: Transaction amounts, dates, and donation history for tax and record-keeping purposes
Communication Preferences: Newsletter subscriptions and communication preferences
Volunteer Information: Information provided when signing up for volunteer opportunities
Information Collected Automatically
Website Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, referring websites
Device Information: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system
Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Provide and maintain our website and online services
Communicate with you about church events, services, and announcements
Process donation transactions and payments securely
Generate tax receipts and donation statements
Maintain financial records for accounting and compliance purposes
Respond to prayer requests and pastoral care needs
Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
Improve our website and user experience
Comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
Payment Processors: With secure third-party payment providers (such as credit card processors, PayPal, Venmo, and other payment platforms) to process transactions
Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website and ministry activities
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety
Church Directory: Contact information may be included in member directories (with your explicit consent)
Emergency Situations: In urgent pastoral care situations where disclosure is necessary
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. For payment processing, we use industry-standard encryption and security protocols. Important: We do not store credit card information on our servers - all payment data is processed securely through PCI-compliant third-party payment processors. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
Access and update your personal information
Opt-out of marketing communications at any time
Request deletion of your personal information (subject to certain limitations)
Contact us with questions about your privacy rights
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
Payment Processing and Financial Data
Third-Party Payment Processors: We use secure, PCI-compliant third-party payment processors including credit card companies, PayPal, Venmo, and other platforms to handle financial transactions. These processors have their own privacy policies and security measures.
Payment Security: We do not store credit card numbers, CVV codes, or other sensitive payment information on our servers. All payment data is encrypted and processed through secure, industry-standard protocols.
Transaction Records: We maintain records of donation amounts, dates, and donor information for tax receipt purposes and internal financial management.
Recurring Donations: If you set up recurring donations, you can modify or cancel these through your account settings or by contacting us directly.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
Remember your preferences
Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
Provide social media features
Enhance website functionality
You can control cookies through your browser settings, though disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Financial and donation records are retained for at least seven years for tax compliance and legal requirements. Payment processor records are governed by their respective retention policies.
International Data Transfers
If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date.
Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Immanuel Lutheran Church Broadlands
390 County Rd. 2400 E.
Broadlands, IL 61816-9722
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 217-834-3289
This Privacy Policy was last updated on 10/6/25. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any changes.
