Effective Date: 1/1/2022

Oak Grove Pentecostal Church (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our congregation, visitors, and online users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website

https://www.oakgrovepc.com/ or interact with our ministry.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you fill out connection cards, register for events, sign up for newsletters, or make donations. This may include:

• Identifiers: Name, mailing address, email address, and phone number.

• Demographics: Birthdates, marital status, and family member details.

• Financial Data: Payment card or bank account details processed through our secure third-party payment gateways.

2. Mobile Messaging Data and SMS Consent

We value your privacy and the confidentiality of your mobile communication.

• No Sharing of SMS Data: We do not sell, rent, lease, or share your mobile phone numbers or explicit SMS opt-in consent records with third-party entities, affiliates, or partners for marketing or promotional purposes.

• Usage Restriction: Any mobile information collected through web forms, connect cards, or text-to-join keywords will be used solely for internal church communication, ministry updates, and secure message delivery handled by our trusted technical aggregators.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the gathered information to support our ministry operations, including:

• Managing member directories and church records.

• Processing tithes, offerings, and event registration fees.

• Sending event updates, prayer requests, and newsletters.

• Coordinating volunteer schedules and ministry groups.

3. Sharing Your Information

Data Sharing

• Customer data is not shared with 3rd parties for promotional or marketing purposes.

• Mobile opt-in and consent are never shared with anyone for any purpose. Any information sharing that may be mentioned elsewhere in this policy excludes mobile opt-in data.

• Oak Grove Pentecostal Church Messaging Terms and Conditions

1. The messaging program consists of general conversational messaging to answer questions and provide support to customers.

2. You can cancel the SMS service at any time. Just text 'STOP' to the phone number from which you received messages. After you send the SMS message 'STOP' to us, we will send you an SMS message to confirm that you have been unsubscribed.

After this, you will no longer receive SMS messages from us. If you want to join again, just sign up as you did the first time and we will start sending SMS messages to you again.

3. If you are experiencing issues with the messaging program you can reply with the keyword HELP for more assistance, or you can get help directly at andrewmerriman80@gmail.com.

4. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

5. As always, message and data rates may apply for any messages sent to you from us and to us from you. Message frequency will vary based on communication needs.

If you have any questions about your text plan or data plan, it is best to contact your wireless provider.

6. If you have any questions regarding privacy, please read our privacy policy contained in the rest of this document/page.

4. Media, Photography, and Livesteaming

We regularly take photos and record video during our public worship services and ministry events.

• Usage: These materials may be used in print brochures, on our website, or posted to official social media channels.

• Opt-Out: If you or your family members prefer not to be photographed or filmed, please contact us at info@oakgrovepc.com or speak with a church staff member.

5. Children’s Privacy

We value the safety of children. We do not knowingly collect personal information online from children under the age of 13 without verifiable parental consent. Online registrations for children's ministries must be completed by a parent or legal guardian.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard physical, technical, and administrative security measures to protect your data. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Opt-Out Options

You have control over how your data is used:

• Directory Access: You can request to be removed from or modify your listing in the church directory at any time.

• Unsubscribe: You can opt-out of marketing or informational emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email.

• Data Requests: To update, correct, or request deletion of your information, please contact us directly.

8. Contact Us

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

Oak Grove Pentecostal Church

124 Thames Nelson Rd, Jayess, MS 39641

601-840-5021

info@oakgrovepc.com