Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 27, 2025

St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church ("St. Mina Church", "we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect and use your information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

Name
Email address
Phone number (including mobile numbers)
Form responses (volunteer sign-ups, donations, event registrations, etc.)

2. Mobile Information & Text Messaging Consent

By providing your mobile number and opting in, you consent to receive informational and service-related SMS messages from St. Mina Church. These may include:

Event reminders
Service updates
Volunteer opportunities
Community announcements

Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out anytime by replying STOP, or get help by replying HELP.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information solely to:

Communicate with you about church-related programs, events, and updates
Respond to your inquiries or requests
Process registrations or participation in events
Maintain internal records for volunteer, donation, and outreach efforts

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, share, rent, or disclose your mobile number or personal information to third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

Your data is only used within St. Mina Church and our trusted platforms (e.g., church communication apps, SMS services) to fulfill communication and service needs.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party vendors (such as Mailchimp, Google Forms, Twilio, etc.) to facilitate communication, manage forms, or store data securely. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and not use it for marketing.

6. Your Rights & Choices

You can: