Privacy policy.

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 10/30/25

The Clearing Church is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share personal information when you interact with our website, online forms, and communication tools.

1. What Personal Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information when you visit our website, complete forms, or communicate with us:

  • Contact Information: such as your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.

  • Communication Preferences: including consent to receive emails, text messages (SMS), or phone calls.

  • Event or Ministry Participation: information you provide when registering for events, volunteering, or joining church groups.

  • Website Usage Data: such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited, collected through cookies or analytics tools.

2. How We Use Personal Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Communicate with you about church events, ministries, and community updates.

  • Respond to inquiries and prayer requests.

  • Process event registrations, donations, or volunteer sign-ups.

  • Improve our website and communication efforts.

  • Send SMS or email updates when you have provided consent.

3. Who Personal Information Is Shared With

We value your privacy and only share personal information as necessary to fulfill the purposes described above. Specifically:

  • Service Providers: We may share limited information with trusted vendors who assist with website hosting, email delivery, or event registration. These providers are required to protect your information and use it only for the services they perform for us.

  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights and safety of our church community.

SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates.

4. Your Choices and Consent

You may update your contact preferences or unsubscribe from communications at any time by following the instructions in our emails or by contacting us directly.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:
📧 email@theclearing.net
📍 4311 Pine Grove Ave, Fort Gratoit MI, 48450

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