Privacy Policy
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
El Bethel Missionary Baptist Church is committed to protecting your privacy. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we take the stewardship of your personal information seriously.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you visit our website or interact with our ministry:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you submit a contact form, prayer request, or visitor registration
- Donation Information: When you make a donation through our third-party payment processors, they may collect billing information (we do not store credit card details)
- Website Usage Data: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website, including pages visited, time spent, and general geographic location
- Prayer Requests: Content you voluntarily submit to our prayer wall (you may choose to remain anonymous)
How We Use Your Information
Your information is used solely to:
- Respond to your inquiries and prayer requests
- Welcome first-time visitors to our church
- Send ministry updates and announcements (with your consent)
- Process donations and provide tax receipts
- Improve our website and ministry services
- Comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website and ministry (such as email services and payment processors), and only when necessary to provide our services to you.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and improve our online ministry. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information about how visitors use our site. This information helps us understand which content is most helpful and how to better serve our community. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how you interact with our site. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. Our website uses SSL encryption (HTTPS) to secure data transmission. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
- Opt out of marketing communications at any time
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites (such as YouTube, Facebook, and donation platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
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 revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:
El Bethel Missionary Baptist Church
25295 Grand River Ave
Redford, MI 48240
Phone: (313) 532-7897
Email: [email protected]
El Bethel Missionary Baptist Church is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.