Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 18-Nov-2025

Welcome to Living Hope Church (“we,” “our,” “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a safe online experience. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit livinghope.com, contact us, participate in our ministries, or engage with our online offerings.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

  1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide to Us Directly

We may collect personal information when you:

  • Fill out contact forms
  • Subscribe to newsletters
  • Register for events, programs, or ministries
  • Submit prayer requests
  • Give online donations
  • Request pastoral support
  • Communicate with us by phone, email, or through the website

This information may include:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Prayer requests or ministry needs (optional/voluntary)
  • Donation amount and method (note: we do not store full payment card details)

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

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

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on our website
  • General geographic location

This information is collected through:

  • Cookies
  • Analytics tools (such as Google Analytics)
  • Standard server logs

1.3 Giving & Online Donations

Online donations are processed securely through third-party payment processors.
 We do not store or have access to full credit card numbers or banking details.

  1. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Communicate with you about church updates, events, and ministries
  • Respond to prayer requests and messages
  • Provide pastoral care and support
  • Process donations and send giving statements
  • Improve our website, livestream, and digital ministry
  • Ensure site security and prevent fraudulent activities
  • Comply with legal and financial obligations

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

  1. Sharing of Information

We may share your information only in the following cases:

3.1 Trusted Service Providers

We partner with third-party providers for services such as:

  • Online giving platforms
  • Email newsletters
  • Website analytics
  • Church management systems
  • Livestream services

These providers are required to protect your information and use it only for the services they perform on our behalf.

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to do so by law or to protect:

  • Our church
  • Our members
  • Public safety
  • Our legal rights
  1. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies help us:

  • Understand how visitors use our website
  • Improve loading speed
  • Recognize returning visitors
  • Customize certain website functions

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are being used.

  1. Online Safety for Children

We are committed to protecting children online.
 Living Hope Church does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent.

If you believe a child has provided personal data without parental approval, please contact us immediately so we can remove it.

  1. Data Security

We take appropriate measures to protect your information, including:

  • SSL encryption
  • Secure servers
  • Limited access authorization for staff
  • Monitoring of website performance and security

Despite our efforts, no online platform is 100% secure. We encourage you to take precautions when sharing sensitive information online.

  1. External Links

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

We encourage you to review the Privacy Policies of any external site you visit.

  1. Email & Communication Preferences

You may receive messages from us regarding:

  • Church news
  • Events
  • Prayer updates
  • Giving statements
  • Ministry opportunities

You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in any email or by contacting us.

  1. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your region, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request corrections or updates
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Opt out of newsletters or marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

  1. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to update your information, contact us at:

Living Hope Church
 1245 E Main St
 Annville, PA 17003
 Phone: +1 (717) 276-8407
 Email: contact@livinghope.com
 Website: www.livinghope.com

  1. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
 The “Last Updated” date at the top will reflect the most recent revision.

Continued use of our website after changes are posted means you accept the updated policy.