1. Information We Collect

New Brighton Methodist Church ("NBMC", "we", "us", or "our") collects the following information when you opt in to receive communications from us:

• First and last name
• Mobile phone number
• Email address
• Birthday (month and day only — no year)
• Anniversary date (optional)
• Membership status (member or attendee)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide solely for the following purposes:

• Sending birthday blessings and anniversary wishes via SMS and/or email
• Sending church announcements, service updates, and event notifications
• Maintaining our internal church directory for pastoral care purposes
• Following up with congregation members as part of our ministry outreach

3. SMS Messaging Policy

By providing your mobile phone number and checking the consent box on our opt-in form, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS text messages from New Brighton Methodist Church. These messages may include:

• Birthday blessings with scripture
• Wedding anniversary wishes
• Church service announcements
• Special event notifications
• Emergency or urgent church notifications

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, rent, or share your personal information or mobile phone number with any third parties for marketing or commercial purposes. Your information is used exclusively for NBMC church communications and pastoral ministry.

We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• With church staff and pastoral team members for ministry purposes
• With service providers who assist us in delivering communications (such as SMS delivery services), who are bound by confidentiality obligations
• When required by law or legal process

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. Your information is stored securely and accessible only to authorized church staff.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as you are an active member or attendee of NBMC, or until you request removal from our communications list. You may request deletion of your information at any time by contacting us.

7. Your Rights & Opt-Out

You have the right to:

• Opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP
• Request removal from our church directory by contacting staff
• Request a copy of the information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information

8. Children's Privacy

Our SMS communications are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of our communications services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to opt out of communications, please contact us:

• 📍 New Brighton Methodist Church, 1033 6th Avenue, New Brighton, PA 15066
• 📧 info@newbrightonmc.org
• 🌐 www.newbrightonmc.org

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