PRIVACY POLICY

Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church
 
Our Commitment to Privacy
Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information about you when you visit our website, attend our services, or participate in our ministries and programs.

Information We Collect

Personal Information
  • Name, address, phone number, and email address
  • Prayer requests and pastoral care information
  • Membership and attendance records
  • Financial contribution information
  • Photos and videos from church events 
  • Emergency contact information

How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
  • Provide pastoral care and spiritual guidance
  • Communicate about church services, events, and activities
  • Process donations and maintain financial records
  • Maintain accurate membership records
  • Respond to prayer requests and provide spiritual support
  • Send newsletters and important church communications
  • Coordinate volunteer activities and ministry participation

Prayer Request Confidentiality
Prayer requests are treated with the utmost confidentiality. We will only share prayer requests according to your specified privacy preferences. Our prayer team and pastoral staff are committed to maintaining strict confidentiality regarding all prayer requests and pastoral care matters.

Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except:
  • With your explicit consent
  • To comply with legal requirements
  • With trusted service providers who assist in church operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)
  • In emergency situations to protect health and safety
  • With other United Methodist churches for official denominational purposes

Data Security
We implement appropriate physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights
You have the right to:
  • Access your personal information we maintain
  • Request corrections to inaccurate information
  • Request removal from our mailing lists
  • Opt out of non-essential communications
  • Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal and pastoral obligations)

Children’s Privacy
We are committed to protecting the privacy of children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. For youth and children’s programs, we require appropriate consent forms and follow safe sanctuary policies.

Website and Online Privacy
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience. We may collect information about your visit, including pages viewed and time spent on our site. This information helps us improve our website and better serve our community.

Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on our website and announcing it during services or through our regular communications.

Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:

Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church
7396 Rivers Ave
North Charleston, S.C. 29406
Phone: (843) 797-2648