1. Introduction
Thank you for subscribing to receive SMS messages from Farmington Lutheran Church regarding upcoming events and important announcements. By opting in to this service, you agree to the following terms and conditions.
2. Consent
By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to receive SMS messages from Farmington Lutheran Church, you consent to receive occasional text messages about church events, services, and other relevant information. Standard message and data rates may apply.
3. Frequency
You can expect to receive SMS messages from Farmington Lutheran Church a few times a month, typically regarding upcoming events, special services, volunteer opportunities, and other relevant church-related information. We strive to keep messages to a reasonable frequency and will not send excessive messages or spam.
4. Message Content
SMS messages from Farmington Lutheran Church may include, but are not limited to:
- Announcements about upcoming church events and activities.
- Reminders about special services, such as holiday services or community outreach events.
- Requests for volunteers for various church programs or initiatives.
5. Opting Out
If you wish to stop receiving SMS messages from Farmington Lutheran Church, you can opt out at any time by replying to any message with the word "STOP". You will then be unsubscribed from the service and will no longer receive messages.
6. Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our church's privacy policy for information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By subscribing to our SMS service, you agree to our privacy policy.
Privacy Policy for Email and Text Messaging Communications
Farmington Lutheran Church is committed to respecting your privacy and protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the personal information you provide to us through email and text messaging communications.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information when you subscribe to our email or text messaging lists or interact with our communications:
- Contact Information: Your name, email address, phone number, and any other contact details you provide.
- Communication Preferences: Information about your communication preferences and interests.
- Interaction Data: Information about how you interact with our emails and text messages, such as open rates and click-through rates.
How We Use Your Information
We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:
- To send you relevant communications about our church services, events, and activities.
- To personalize and improve our communications based on your interests and preferences.
- To analyze the effectiveness of our email and text messaging campaigns.
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. We may share your personal information with trusted service providers who assist us in delivering email and text messaging communications, provided that they agree to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and update your personal information.
- Opt-out of receiving future email or text messaging communications from us.
- Request the deletion of your personal information from our records, subject to legal requirements.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us at office@farmingtonlutheran.com or 651-463- 4100.
7. User Responsibilities
- You are responsible for providing accurate and up-to-date contact information, including your mobile phone number.
- Do not share sensitive personal information via SMS messages. Farmington Lutheran Church will never ask for sensitive information such as credit card numbers or social security numbers via text message.
8. Disclaimers
- Farmington Lutheran Church is not responsible for any delays, errors, or interruptions in the SMS service.
- By using this service, you agree that [Church Name] is not liable for any damages arising from the use of the SMS service, to the extent permitted by law.
9. Changes to Terms
Farmington Lutheran Church reserves the right to update or modify these terms and services for receiving SMS messages at any time. You will be notified of any changes, and continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about receiving SMS messages from Farmington Lutheran Church, please contact us at 651-463-4100.
11. Governing Law
These terms and services are governed by the laws of Minnesota, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
12. Effective Date
These terms and services are effective as of January 1, 2024.
By subscribing to receive SMS messages from Farmington Lutheran Church, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these terms and conditions.