Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 26, 2026
Church Name: Life Family Church CT (“Church,” “we,” “us,” or “our”)
Website: https://lifefamilychurchct.org

 

1) Overview

We value your privacy and are committed to handling personal information with care, integrity, and appropriate security. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you visit our website or interact with us online.

This policy applies to information collected through our website, online forms, online giving pages, email/text signups, and related online services we control.

 

2) Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information, depending on how you interact with us:

A. Information you provide directly

  • Contact details (name, email, phone number, address) when you submit a form, sign up for updates, register for events, or request information.

  • Event and ministry information (small group signups, volunteer interest, baptism requests, membership interest, etc.).

  • Prayer requests and pastoral care requests (anything you include in a free-text field). These may include sensitive personal information if you choose to share it.

  • Communications you send us (emails, messages, form submissions).

  • Donations/giving information: If you give online, payments are processed by our third-party giving provider. We typically receive confirmation details (such as donation amount, date/time, and donor contact info if provided), but we do not store full payment card numbers on our systems.

B. Information collected automatically
When you visit our website, we (and our service providers) may automatically collect:

  • Device and browser data (IP address, browser type, operating system)

  • Usage data (pages viewed, links clicked, time on site)

  • Cookies and similar technologies (see Section 6)

C. Information from third parties
We may receive limited information from:

  • Online giving platforms (donation confirmation and donor details you provide)

  • Event registration tools (attendance lists and registration details)

  • Analytics providers (aggregated website usage data)

3) How We Use Information

We use information for purposes such as:

  • Responding to messages, questions, and requests

  • Providing pastoral care and ministry support you request

  • Registering you for events, classes, and volunteer opportunities

  • Sending church communications (service updates, newsletters, event announcements)

  • Processing and acknowledging donations

  • Improving our website and communications

  • Maintaining site security, preventing fraud, and protecting our community

4) How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information in limited circumstances:

  • Service providers who help us run our website and operations (e.g., website hosting, email/text tools, online giving, registration, analytics). They are permitted to use information only to provide services to us.

  • Legal and safety reasons if we believe disclosure is necessary to comply with law, protect rights/safety, prevent fraud, or respond to lawful requests.

  • With your direction/consent, for example if you ask us to connect you with a ministry leader.

Prayer requests and pastoral care: We treat these as private and share them internally only as needed to provide care (for example, to a pastor or care team). If you submit a prayer request for public sharing, we will use only what you authorize (e.g., “first name only” or “anonymous”) based on your selection or instruction.

5) Livestreams, Photography, and Church Events

Our services and events may be livestreamed, recorded, or photographed. If you attend in-person, your image or voice may be captured.

  • We may post recordings or photos online (website, social media, streaming platforms).

  • If you have a safety or privacy concern, please contact us at lifefamilychurchct@gmail.com and we will work with you on reasonable accommodations (for example, seating suggestions or excluding certain content when feasible).

6) Cookies, Analytics, and “Do Not Track”

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Make our website function properly

  • Remember preferences

  • Understand website traffic and improve site performance

Analytics: We may use tools like Google Analytics or similar providers to understand general usage trends. These tools may collect IP address and device identifiers and use cookies. You can opt out of certain analytics or manage cookie settings through:

  • Your browser settings (block or delete cookies)

  • Any cookie banner/preferences tool we provide (if enabled)

“Do Not Track” signals vary by browser and are not consistently recognized by all services; we may not respond to all such signals.

 

7) Email and Text Communications

If you sign up for email or text updates, you may unsubscribe at any time:

  • Email: Use the “unsubscribe” link in the footer of our emails.

  • Text messages: Follow the opt-out instructions (commonly replying STOP).

If we send emails that are commercial in nature, we will follow applicable U.S. requirements (including providing opt-out functionality). (Federal Trade Commission)

 

8) Children’s Privacy

Our website is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect personal information online from children under 13 without appropriate parental involvement/consent. If you believe a child has provided personal information through our website, please contact us at lifefamilychurchct@gmail.com and we will work to delete it. (Federal Trade Commission)

 

9) Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information. However, no website or transmission is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10) Data Retention

We keep personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, including maintaining church records, complying with legal obligations, resolving disputes, and enforcing agreements.

Examples:

  • Contact form entries: typically retained for a reasonable period to respond and maintain continuity.

  • Donation records: retained as required for accounting/tax and recordkeeping purposes.

  • Pastoral care requests: may be retained to provide continuity of care, with access limited to those who need it.

11) Your Privacy Rights (Connecticut and Other U.S. Residents)

Connecticut law (the Connecticut Data Privacy Act, “CTDPA”) provides certain privacy rights to Connecticut residents in many circumstances, such as rights to access, correct, delete, and obtain a copy of personal data, and to opt out of certain processing like targeted advertising or the sale of personal data. (CT.gov)

Our approach: Even if the CTDPA does not apply to our church due to scope/thresholds, we aim to honor privacy rights requests in good faith.

You may request to:

  • Access the personal information we have about you

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Delete certain information (subject to recordkeeping needs)

  • Opt out of non-essential communications (email/text as described above)

How to submit a request:
Email: lifefamilychurchct@gmail.com
Mail: 505 South Main Street, Thomaston, CT 06787.  Attn: Privacy
Please include your name, contact information, and the request you are making. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests.

12) External Links

Our website may link to third-party sites (e.g., YouTube, social platforms, giving provider pages). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. Please review their policies directly.

13) Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates when changes were made. Material changes will be posted on this page.

14) Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, contact us:

Life Family Church CT
505 South Main Street, Thomaston, CT 06787
Email: lifefamilychurchct@gmail.com
Phone: (203) 715-3157