Bethlehem Lutheran Church Twin Cities Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes Bethlehem Lutheran Church Twin Cities (BLCTC) policies and procedures on the collection, use and disclosure of your information when you use our services and tells you about your privacy rights and how the law protects you.

We use your personal data to provide and improve our services. By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

BLCTC is committed to safeguarding the privacy of our members, visitors, and users. We want to assure you that we do not share your personal information with third parties except as described in this Privacy Policy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the information you provide to us.

INFORMATION COLLECTION

We collect only the information necessary to provide and improve our services. This may include your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and other information you voluntarily provide. We do not sell, rent, or share this information with third parties for marketing purposes.

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

The information collected is used solely for communicating with you and providing the services, programs, ministries, events, and communications you request. We do not share or sell your personal information with external parties for marketing or any other promotional purposes. Additionally, no mobile or text messaging consent information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

We may use personal data for the following purposes:

  • To provide and maintain our services, including monitoring usage of our website and online services.
  • To manage your account or profile, including registrations for events, programs, online giving, or other church services.
  • For the performance of a contract, including processing donations, registrations, purchases, or other transactions made through our services.
  • To contact you by email, telephone calls, SMS, or other equivalent forms of electronic communication regarding church news, ministry updates, event information, giving, volunteer opportunities, security updates, or other communications related to your participation with BLCTC.
  • To provide you with news, announcements, special events, ministry opportunities, and information about programs or services that may be of interest to you unless you have opted not to receive such communications.
  • To manage your requests and respond to inquiries. Messages you send through our website or other online services may be stored on secure servers operated by BLCTC or trusted third-party service providers acting on our behalf.

SMS DISCLOSURE

By communicating with us by SMS, you agree to receive recurring messages from BLCTC. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency depends on your interactions and preferences.

You can reply STOP to opt out of future messages or HELP for more information.

No mobile or messaging consent information will be shared with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

DISCLOSURE OF YOUR INFORMATION

BLCTC does not share personal information with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes. Your personal information is kept confidential and is not disclosed to outside organizations except as required by law, to trusted service providers acting on our behalf, or with your explicit consent.

We may disclose your Personal Information under the following limited circumstances:

  • We have obtained your consent.
  • We need to enforce our Terms of Service or other applicable agreements.
  • We share information with trusted vendors, partners, or affiliates who have agreed to maintain the confidentiality of your information and who provide services on our behalf.
  • We may provide such information to an organization controlled by or under common control with BLCTC for any purpose allowed by this Policy.
  • We respond to subpoenas, court orders, legal processes, or other lawful requests, or establish or exercise our legal rights, the legal rights of others, or defend against legal claims.
  • When we believe it is necessary to disclose Personal Information to investigate, prevent, or take action regarding illegal activities, suspected fraud, potential threats to anyone’s physical safety, violations of our policies, or as otherwise required by law.
  • We transfer Personal Information if BLCTC or substantially all of its assets are acquired by or merged with another organization.
  • We may share aggregated, non-identifiable information with others without further notice to you, such as the total number of website visitors, event registrations, or online giving transactions during a particular period.

INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Your Personal Information may be transferred to and processed in locations outside your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction. We take reasonable steps to ensure that your data is handled securely and in accordance with this Policy, regardless of where it is processed.

DATA RETENTION

We retain your Personal Information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. We also retain and use your Personal Information as necessary to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Our website and online services may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files placed on your device to collect information about your activity on our website. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings; however, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website or services.

YOUR CHOICES

You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information where permitted by law. If you have any concerns or questions about your data, please contact us at:

Bethlehem Lutheran Church Twin Cities

4100 Lyndale Avenue South

Minneapolis, MN 55409

612.312.3400

[email protected]

POLICY CHANGES

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be communicated through our website or other appropriate means. Your continued use of our services following any updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

Last updated: July 27, 2026