Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 9/1/2025
Gethsemane Community Fellowship Baptist Church (“GCFBC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, https://gcfbaptistchurch.org
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our website:
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
3. Donations & Online Giving
If you choose to make an online donation, your payment information is processed securely through our third-party payment processor. We do not store your financial information on our servers.
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze site traffic. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but this may limit some functionality of the site.
5. Children’s Privacy
We are committed to protecting the privacy of children. Our website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided personal information should contact us so we can delete it.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
7. Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.
8. Your Choices
You may:
9. Text Messaging
Gethsemane Community Fellowship Baptist Church may offer communications via SMS/text messages. By texting a keyword (such as “JOIN” or “GCFBC”) to our designated number, you are providing your express consent to receive recurring text messages from us regarding church services, events, and ministry updates.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:
Gethsemane Community Fellowship Baptist Church
1317 E. Brambleton Ave
Norfolk, Virginia 23504
Email: office@gcfbaptistchurch.org
Gethsemane Community Fellowship Baptist Church (“GCFBC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, https://gcfbaptistchurch.org
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our website:
- Personal Information you provide voluntarily (such as your name, email address, phone number, or mailing address) when you:
- Submit a contact form
- Register for events or ministries
- Sign up for newsletters or communications
- Make online donations
- Non-Personal Information such as:
- Your IP address
- Browser type
- Pages visited
- Time and date of visits
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Communicate with you about church services, events, and programs
- Process donations and provide contribution statements
- Improve our website and ministry outreach
- Respond to inquiries and prayer requests
- Maintain church records for administrative purposes
3. Donations & Online Giving
If you choose to make an online donation, your payment information is processed securely through our third-party payment processor. We do not store your financial information on our servers.
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze site traffic. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but this may limit some functionality of the site.
5. Children’s Privacy
We are committed to protecting the privacy of children. Our website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided personal information should contact us so we can delete it.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
7. Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.
8. Your Choices
You may:
- Opt out of receiving church emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in communications.
- Contact us to update or correct your personal information.
9. Text Messaging
Gethsemane Community Fellowship Baptist Church may offer communications via SMS/text messages. By texting a keyword (such as “JOIN” or “GCFBC”) to our designated number, you are providing your express consent to receive recurring text messages from us regarding church services, events, and ministry updates.
- Message Frequency: Varies based on ministry activities.
- Opt-Out: You may opt out at any time by replying “STOP” to any message.
- Help: Reply “HELP” for assistance.
- Data Rates: Standard message and data rates may apply.
- Third Parties: Your phone number will not be shared or sold to outside parties for marketing.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:
Gethsemane Community Fellowship Baptist Church
1317 E. Brambleton Ave
Norfolk, Virginia 23504
Email: office@gcfbaptistchurch.org