Privacy Policy

Pisgah Methodist Church
Last Updated: 01/14/2026

Introduction

Pisgah Methodist Church (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to honoring and protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, make online donations or payments, register for events, or otherwise interact with us online.

By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

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

Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Donation or payment information
Event or ministry registration details
Prayer requests or messages submitted through forms

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, such as:

IP address
Browser type and device information
Pages visited and time spent on the site
Referring website addresses

This information is used for website functionality, security, and general analytics.

Online Donations & Payments

Pisgah Methodist Church accepts online donations and payments through secure third-party payment processors. We do not store or have access to your full credit or debit card information.

Payment processors are responsible for handling your payment information securely in accordance with their own privacy and security policies.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Process donations, payments, and registrations
Communicate with you regarding church activities, events, and ministries
Respond to inquiries, prayer requests, or messages
Maintain internal records for church operations
Improve our website and communication efforts
Meet legal and financial record-keeping requirements

Sharing Your Information

Pisgah Methodist Church does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We may share limited information with:

Trusted service providers (such as payment processors or website hosting services)
Legal or governmental authorities when required by law

All third parties are expected to keep your information confidential and secure.

Cookies and Website Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

Ensure proper website functionality
Understand general website usage
Improve user experience

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some site features may not work as intended.

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information through administrative, technical, and physical safeguards. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, no method of online transmission is completely secure.

Your Privacy Choices

You may:

Request access to the personal information we have about you
Request corrections to your information
Request that we remove your information from our records (where legally permissible)
Opt out of non-essential communications

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

Children’s Privacy

Pisgah Methodist Church does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 through its website without parental consent.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Any changes will be reflected by the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:

Pisgah Methodist Church
Email: pisgahlincolnton@gmail.com
Phone: 704-732-1990
Address: 2582 Gastonia Hwy, Lincolnton, NC 28092, USA