River Ridge Church values your trust and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information you provide when interacting with our website, online services, and ministries.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information when you voluntarily provide it, including but not limited to:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Campus preference

Information submitted through forms, registrations, volunteer sign-ups, prayer requests, or ministry inquiries

If you give online or register for events, certain payment-related information may be collected and processed through secure third-party payment providers. River Ridge Church does not store full credit card or banking information.

How We Use Your Information

The information you provide may be used to:

  • Respond to inquiries and prayer requests
  • Register you for events, groups, or ministries
  • Communicate church updates, event details, or ministry opportunities
  • Provide pastoral care and follow-up
  • Process donations or event payments
  • Improve our website, ministries, and outreach efforts

We only use your information for purposes consistent with the mission and operations of River Ridge Church.

Sharing of Information

River Ridge Church does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share limited information only when necessary to:

  • Work with trusted service providers (such as online giving platforms, email services, or registration tools)
  • Comply with legal obligations or lawful requests

All third-party partners are expected to protect your information and use it solely for the services they provide.

Cookies & Website Analytics

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

  • Understand how visitors use our website
  • Improve site functionality and performance
  • Remember preferences for future visits

We may use analytics tools to collect non-identifying information such as browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site. This information is used only to improve our website and ministry effectiveness.

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

Email & Communications

If you provide your email address or phone number, you may receive communications related to church services, events, ministries, or important updates. You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in our messages or by contacting us directly.

Children’s Privacy

River Ridge Church is committed to protecting the privacy of children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. Information submitted for children’s ministries is used solely for ministry participation, safety, and communication with parents or guardians.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. While no system can guarantee complete security, we work with reputable service providers and secure technologies to safeguard your data.

By using this website and submitting information through our forms or services, you consent to this Privacy Policy and the collection and use of information as described.

Changes to This Policy

River Ridge Church may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact River Ridge Church directly.