privacy policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 1, 2025

Bethania Iglesia Cristiana Familiar, Inc. ("Bethania," "Ministry," "we," "our," or "us") values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you interact with us online, through our website https://bethaniahouston.com, on ministry platforms such as Planning Center, through Point of Sale systems like Clover, or via other communication channels.

By accessing or using our services, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Platforms.

Children's Privacy

Our Website and digital platforms are not intended for children under 13 years of age without parental involvement. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such information without verified parental consent, we will delete it promptly.

For concerns, please contact privacy@bethaniahouston.com.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: Name, mailing address, email address, phone number, birthdate, and payment details.
Transaction Information: Details of donations, purchases, event registrations, and transactions processed online via Planning Center or Stripe, and in-person through Clover POS systems.
Technical Information: IP addresses, device information, browser type, and usage patterns collected through cookies and other tracking technologies.
Voluntary Submissions: Visitor forms, prayer requests, volunteer applications, surveys, and communication preferences.

All personal information must be true, complete, and kept up-to-date.

How We Collect Information

We collect information:

Directly from you when you fill out forms, make donations, register for events, or communicate with us.
Automatically as you navigate our Website using cookies, web beacons, and analytics tools.
From trusted platforms and third-party service providers you interact with through Bethania’s systems.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Communicate with you regarding events, services, and ministry activities.
Process donations and provide receipts.
Improve our Website, digital tools, and ministry outreach.
Customize your online experience and provide relevant content.
Comply with legal obligations.
Fulfill any other purpose disclosed at the time of collection or with your consent.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Website uses cookies and other tracking technologies to:

Analyze site traffic and usage.
Remember your preferences and settings.
Provide personalized content and communications.

At this time, we do not respond to "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals. We are actively evaluating support for Global Privacy Control (GPC) preferences.

You can manage your cookie settings through your browser.

Third-Party Services

We partner with trusted third-party providers to help us serve you, including:

Planning Center for event registrations, online giving, and ministry management.
Stripe for secure online payment processing.
Clover for in-person donations and Point of Sale (POS) transactions during services and events.
Email marketing and communication services for newsletters and ministry updates.

Each provider maintains its own privacy practices, and we encourage you to review their policies.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Disclosure of Information

We may share information:

With ministry affiliates, including José Vasquez Ministries.
With trusted service providers who assist us.
To fulfill a specific purpose you consent to at the time of information collection.
To comply with legal obligations or defend the rights and safety of Bethania, our community, or others.
As otherwise permitted or required by law.

We may disclose non-personally identifiable information for analytics or reporting purposes.

Consent for Electronic Communications

By providing your email address and/or phone number, you consent to receive communications from Bethania electronically, including:

Newsletters, ministry updates, event invitations, giving opportunities, and donation receipts via email.
Ministry reminders, volunteer information, urgent updates, and event notifications via SMS text messages.

You can opt-out at any time by:

Clicking "unsubscribe" in any email.
Replying "STOP" to any SMS message.
Contacting privacy@bethaniahouston.com or calling (346) 319-2924.
- Message and data rates may apply.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

Opt out of promotional communications at any time.
Access, update, or delete your personal information by contacting us at privacy@bethaniahouston.com.
Manage cookie preferences through your web browser.

Data Security

We implement technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. Transactions processed online (via Planning Center or Stripe) and in-person (via Clover POS) are securely encrypted.

However, no method of Internet transmission is entirely secure. You share your information at your own risk.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted here and noted by the "Last Updated" date.

Your continued use of our Website and services after any update constitutes your agreement to the updated terms.

Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:

Bethania Iglesia Cristiana Familiar, Inc.

6217 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77074

privacy@bethaniahouston.com

(346) 319-2924

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