Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your information
Last updated: February 2026
Sonrise Assembly of God Church (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we handle personal information collected through our website at sonriseaog.church.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when using our website:
- Visitor & Family Registration Forms: Name, email, phone number, address, country, and city.
- Prayer Request Forms: Name, email (optional), and prayer request details.
- Contact Forms: Name, email, phone, subject, and message content.
- Newsletter Subscriptions: Email address and name (optional).
- Giving/Donations: We do not process payments directly. Donation transactions are handled by secure third-party payment processors.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Welcome and follow up with visitors and new families.
- Respond to prayer requests and contact inquiries.
- Send newsletter updates about church events, sermons, and community news.
- Improve our website and services.
- Communicate about upcoming events and ministry opportunities.
3. Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
Your information is shared only with authorized church staff and ministry leaders who need it to serve you. We may share information if required by law or to protect the safety of our community.
4. Data Storage & Security
Your data is stored securely on our servers. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Form submissions are stored as encrypted data and are accessible only to authorized church administrators.
5. Cookies
Our website may use essential cookies to ensure proper functionality. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party advertising cookies.
You can configure your browser to refuse cookies, though this may affect some website features.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of your personal data.
- Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time.
- Withdraw consent for data processing.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected].
7. Children's Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy, contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Address: Ubuntu Center, 3 Wherry Road, Muizenberg, Cape Town, South Africa
- Phone: +27 21 123 4567