Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 12, 2026

 

Introduction

Bethel Assembly of God, doing business as (DBA) Tulare Bethel Church (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website.

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website or interact with our online services.

 

This policy is intended to comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act and the California Privacy Rights Act, which provide California residents with certain rights regarding their personal information.

 

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

 

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Information We Collect

1. Personal Information

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

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Messages or prayer requests
  • Event registration details

2. Internet or Device Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device type
  • Pages visited
  • Date and time of visits
  • Referring website addresses

3. Donation Information

If you make a donation through our website, information may include:

  • Name
  • Billing address
  • Email address
  • Donation amount

Payments are typically processed through a secure third-party payment provider, and we generally do not store full payment card numbers on our servers.

 

 

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How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to inquiries or prayer requests
  • Send church updates, newsletters, or event announcements
  • Process donations and provide giving records
  • Improve website performance and user experience
  • Maintain security and prevent misuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

 

Sharing of Personal Information

We may share limited information with trusted service providers who help us operate our website and ministry services, including:

  • Website hosting providers
  • Email communication platforms
  • Online giving processors
  • Website analytics providers

These service providers are only permitted to use the information as necessary to perform services on our behalf.

 

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Analyze website traffic
  • Improve user experience
  • Remember visitor preferences

You may disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.

 

Online Donations and Giving Privacy

When you give online through our website:

  • Your payment information is processed by a secure third-party donation processor.
  • We may retain limited donation records for financial reporting, tax documentation, and ministry records.
  • Donation records may be used to provide annual giving statements.

We take reasonable steps to protect donor information and maintain confidentiality.

 

Prayer Request Confidentiality

When you submit a prayer request through our website:

  • Your request may be shared with church leadership or prayer teams.
  • You may indicate whether your request should remain private or be shared with the congregation.
  • We encourage users not to include sensitive personal or medical details unless necessary.

While we strive to maintain confidentiality, prayer requests shared publicly may be visible to others.

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Livestreams, Sermons, and Media Recording

Church services, events, or activities may be photographed, recorded, or livestreamed.

By attending church services or participating in events, you acknowledge that your image, voice, or likeness may appear in:

  • Livestream broadcasts
  • Recorded sermons
  • Church promotional materials
  • Social media posts
  • Church website media

If you prefer not to appear in recordings or photographs, please notify church staff or avoid designated recording areas when possible.

 

Event Photography and Media Use

Photos or videos taken during church events may be used for:

  • Church communications
  • Event promotion
  • Website or social media posts
  • Ministry updates

We make reasonable efforts to use photos respectfully and appropriately.

Parents or guardians may request removal of images involving their children by contacting the church.

 

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, including:

  • Communication with church members or visitors
  • Donation recordkeeping
  • Legal and financial compliance

When information is no longer needed, we take reasonable steps to delete or anonymize it.

 

Your California Privacy Rights

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act and California Privacy Rights Act, California residents have the right to:

Request to Know

Request information about:

  • What personal information we collect
  • Why we collect it
  • Who we share it with

Request Access

Request a copy of the personal information we have collected about you.

Request Deletion

Ask us to delete personal information we have collected about you, subject to legal exceptions.

Request Correction

Ask us to correct inaccurate personal information.

Right to Non-Discrimination

We will not discriminate against individuals who exercise their privacy rights.

Exercising Your Privacy Rights

You may submit a privacy request by contacting us using the information below.

Please include:

  • Your name
  • Contact information
  • Description of your request

We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

 

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

If we learn that personal information has been collected from a child without proper consent, we will take steps to remove it.

 

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

 

Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised “Last Updated” date.

 

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Bethel Assembly of God
415B East Cross Ave, PMB562
Tulare, CA, 93274
Email: office@tularebethel.org
Phone: 559-688-7545