Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Name, address, phone number, and email address
• Demographic information such as age, gender, and family composition
• Information about your church attendance and participation
• Communication preferences
• Photographs and video recordings taken during church activities
• Financial information provided for donations (processed securely)
• Prayer requests and personal needs you share with us

How We Collect Information

We collect information through various means:

• Registration forms for events, classes, and ministries
• Membership applications and visitor cards
• Online forms on our website
• Communication with church staff and volunteers
• Audio and video recordings during services and events
• Photographs taken during church activities
• Donation and giving platforms

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Communicate with you about church events, services, and activities
• Provide pastoral care and support
• Manage church membership and attendance records
• Coordinate ministries and volunteer opportunities
• Process donations and maintain giving records
• Prepare church directories and announcements
• Respond to prayer requests and pastoral care needs
• Improve our services and ministries
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information:

• With church staff and volunteers who need the information to perform their duties
• With other church members for fellowship and ministry purposes
• With service providers who assist us in church operations (under confidentiality agreements)
• When required by law or to protect the safety of our members
• With your explicit consent

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• Secure storage of physical records in locked cabinets
• Password-protected digital systems with access controls
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Confidentiality training for staff and volunteers
• Secure disposal of outdated records
• Encrypted transmission of sensitive data

Photography and Media

Photography and video recording may occur during church services and events:

• Images may be used for church publications, website, and social media
• Parents/guardians of minors must provide consent for photography
• Individuals may request to be excluded from photography
• Special events may have additional photography consent requirements
• Images will not be sold or used for commercial purposes

Children's Privacy

We take special care with children's information:

• Additional consent required from parents/guardians
• Enhanced security measures for children's information
• Strict access controls for children's records
• Child protection policies apply to all interactions
• Parents have full access to their children's information

Donation Information

Financial information for donations is handled securely:

• Payment processing is handled by secure third-party services
• We do not store credit card information on our servers
• Donation records are maintained for tax and legal purposes
• Financial information is not shared with third parties
• Donor information is kept confidential

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information held by the church
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
• Object to the processing of your information
• Withdraw consent for specific uses of your information
• Request restrictions on how your information is used
• File a complaint with relevant authorities if needed

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on our website and communicated to church members. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this privacy policy or concerns about your personal information, please contact:

Privacy Officer: [Name]

Email: privacy@godsanhedrin.org

Phone: +265(0) 999 446 776

Mailing Address:
Gods Sanhedrin Christian Assembly
POST OFFICE BOX 1001
ZOMBA, MALAWI, AFRICA