Website Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 22, 2026

1. Introduction

Christian Life Center (“CLC,” “the Church,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), located in Kingsport, Tennessee, respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website.

Our website exists to provide information about our church, ministries, worship services, events, and opportunities for spiritual growth and community involvement.

We recognize the importance of maintaining the trust and confidence of those who visit our website or communicate with our church.

Our commitment is simple: We will use personal information only for the purpose for which it was provided, and we will use website tracking information to measure traffic, evaluate website performance, and improve the visitor experience.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect information in two primary ways:

A. Information You Voluntarily Provide

When you interact with our website, you may voluntarily provide personal information, including:

- Name
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Mailing address
- Prayer requests
- Ministry or event registration information
- Information submitted through contact forms
- Other information you choose to share with us

Providing this information is voluntary and is generally necessary only when requesting a specific service, communication, or ministry-related interaction.

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain technical and usage information may be collected automatically through website analytics tools, cookies, or similar technologies.

This information may include:

- Number of website visitors
- Pages visited and time spent on those pages
- General geographic location
- Browser type and device information
- Referring websites or search engines
- Dates and times of visits
- Internet Protocol (IP) addresses and related technical identifiers

This information is used primarily to understand website traffic patterns, evaluate website performance, and improve the accessibility and effectiveness of our online content.

3. How We Use Your Information

Christian Life Center is committed to using personal information responsibly and only for the purpose for which it was originally provided.

Examples include:

- Responding to questions or inquiries submitted through our website
- Communicating with individuals who request information about our church
- Processing registrations for church services, classes, or events
- Responding to prayer requests or ministry-related needs
- Providing information specifically requested by a website visitor
- Processing online donations through designated payment providers, when applicable
- Measuring website traffic and improving website functionality

We will not use personal information collected for one purpose for an unrelated purpose without obtaining additional consent, unless required by applicable law.

For example, submitting a prayer request does not automatically authorize the Church to add the individual to a promotional mailing list.

4. Website Analytics and Tracking Technologies

Christian Life Center may use website analytics services and tracking technologies to better understand how visitors interact with our website.

These technologies help us evaluate:

- Overall website traffic
- Most frequently visited pages
- Visitor engagement with church information and resources
- Website functionality and performance
- Opportunities to improve navigation and accessibility

Analytics information will be used for website administration, traffic measurement, and improvement of our online ministry.

We do not use website analytics for the purpose of selling visitor information or creating unrelated commercial advertising profiles.

Some analytics providers may process technical identifiers, such as IP addresses or cookie identifiers, as part of providing these services.

5. Cookies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to support website functionality and measure website usage.

Cookies are small data files that websites may store on a visitor’s device.

Cookies may be used to:

- Maintain essential website functionality
- Measure website visits and traffic patterns
- Understand how visitors navigate our website
- Improve website performance and user experience

Visitors may manage or disable cookies through their browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect some website functions.

Where required by applicable law, we will obtain appropriate consent before using nonessential tracking technologies.

6. Sharing and Disclosure of Personal Information

Christian Life Center does not sell, rent, or trade personal information collected through our website.

We may share limited information with trusted third-party service providers when reasonably necessary to perform the specific service requested by a visitor or to operate our website.

Such providers may include website hosting services, analytics providers, online registration platforms, email delivery services, and payment processors.

We expect these providers to use information only as necessary to perform their authorized services, subject to applicable agreements and legal requirements.

We may also disclose information when required by law, valid legal process, or when reasonably necessary to protect the safety, rights, or security of individuals or the Church.

7. Online Donations

If our website provides opportunities for online giving, donation transactions may be processed through a secure third-party payment service.

Information provided during the donation process will be used for processing contributions, maintaining appropriate financial records, and providing donation acknowledgments or receipts.

Payment providers may collect and process financial information in accordance with their own privacy and security policies.

Christian Life Center will not use donor information for unrelated purposes without appropriate authorization.

8. Prayer Requests and Sensitive Information

We understand that individuals may share personal or sensitive information when submitting prayer requests or requesting pastoral assistance.

Christian Life Center will treat such information with care and discretion.

Information submitted for prayer or pastoral purposes will be used for those purposes and shared only with individuals reasonably necessary to fulfill the request, consistent with the individual’s instructions and applicable legal obligations.

We encourage visitors not to submit highly sensitive financial, medical, or identifying information through general website forms.

9. Protection of Personal Information

Christian Life Center takes reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or misuse.

Access to personal information will be limited to authorized church personnel and service providers who require the information to fulfill its intended purpose.

Although we make reasonable efforts to protect information, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

10. Retention of Personal Information

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, satisfy applicable legal or recordkeeping requirements, or address legitimate administrative needs related to the original purpose.

When information is no longer needed, we will take reasonable steps to delete, securely dispose of, or de-identify it.

11. Children’s Privacy

Christian Life Center values the safety and privacy of children and families.

Our general church website is not intended to solicit personal information directly from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental or legal guardian involvement.

When information about minors is necessary for church events, programs, or ministries, we will seek appropriate parental or guardian authorization and use the information only for the stated purpose.

12. Third-Party Websites and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, video services, or other external resources.

These websites and services may have privacy practices that differ from those of Christian Life Center.

We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of external websites before providing personal information.

Christian Life Center is not responsible for the independent privacy practices of third-party websites.

13. Your Privacy Choices

Individuals who have voluntarily provided personal information through our website may contact Christian Life Center to:

- Request information about personal data they have submitted
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request removal of personal information, subject to applicable legal or administrative requirements
- Withdraw consent for optional communications
- Ask questions about how their information is used

We will make reasonable efforts to respond to these requests in a timely and appropriate manner, consistent with applicable law.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Christian Life Center may periodically update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in website functionality, technology, church operations, or applicable legal requirements.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

We encourage visitors to review this policy periodically.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of personal information, please contact:

Christian Life Center

2401 John B. Dennis Highway  
Kingsport, Tennessee

Email: office@christianlifecenter.com  
Website: christianlifecenter.com

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At Christian Life Center, we believe that trust, integrity, and respect are essential to every relationship.

We are committed to honoring the privacy of those who visit our website, protecting information entrusted to us, and using that information only for its intended purpose.

Your information is entrusted to us, and we are committed to treating it with the care and respect it deserves.

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Text Messaging Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 13, 2026

Christian Life Center respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal information associated with our text messaging services.

This policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information when individuals communicate with Christian Life Center through SMS text messaging.

1. Information We Collect

When you communicate with Christian Life Center through text messaging or enroll to receive text communications, we may collect:

- Mobile Phone Number: Used to send and receive text messages.
- Name and Contact Information: Used to identify recipients and manage communications when voluntarily provided.
- Message Content: Messages exchanged with Christian Life Center may be retained for communication and administrative purposes.
- Messaging Preferences and Consent Records: Information about subscriptions, consent, and requests to stop receiving messages.
- Technical Information: Certain information associated with message delivery, such as mobile carrier information and delivery status, may be processed by our messaging service provider.

2. How We Use Your Information

Christian Life Center may use text messaging to communicate information related to church activities and ministries.

These communications may include:

- Church announcements and updates
- Worship service information and schedule changes
- Ministry activities and event reminders
- Volunteer coordination
- Church-related notifications and other communications consistent with the recipient's consent
- Responses to questions or requests initiated by individuals

We use collected information to deliver messages, respond to inquiries, manage subscriptions, maintain communication records, and comply with applicable legal requirements.

We do not use personal information collected for text messaging for unrelated purposes without appropriate consent.

3. Consent to Receive Text Messages

Christian Life Center intends to send recurring informational or promotional text messages only to individuals who have provided the consent required for the particular communications.

Consent may be obtained through an appropriate enrollment process, which may include an electronic form, written authorization, or another method permitted by applicable requirements.

Providing a mobile phone number to Christian Life Center does not, by itself, authorize the Church to send recurring promotional text messages.

Consent to receive text messages is not required as a condition of attending church services, participating in worship, or making a donation.

4. Opting Out of Text Messages

Recipients may withdraw their consent to receive text messages at any time.

To unsubscribe, reply STOP to a text message from Christian Life Center.

Recipients may also contact the church office at office@christianlifecenter.com to request removal from a text messaging list.

After an opt-out request is processed, the recipient will no longer receive messages covered by that subscription unless they subsequently provide consent to receive them again. A final confirmation message may be sent to acknowledge the request.

5. Message Frequency and Charges

Message frequency may vary depending on church activities, ministry schedules, and the type of communications for which an individual has enrolled.

Message and data rates may apply according to the recipient's mobile carrier and service plan.

Christian Life Center is not responsible for charges assessed by mobile carriers.

Delivery of text messages may be affected by network availability, carrier restrictions, or other technical circumstances.

6. Sharing and Protection of Mobile Information

Christian Life Center does not sell, rent, or trade mobile phone numbers or personal information collected through its text messaging services.

We do not sell or share SMS opt-in data or consent information with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

Mobile information may be processed by trusted service providers solely as necessary to operate and deliver our text messaging services.

We may also disclose information when required by applicable law or valid legal process.

7. Data Security

Christian Life Center takes reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information associated with text messaging.

Access to messaging information is limited to authorized personnel and service providers who require it for legitimate church communication or administrative purposes.

Although reasonable safeguards are used, no electronic communication or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

8. Retention of Messaging Information

We retain text messaging information only for as long as reasonably necessary to manage communications, maintain appropriate records, honor subscription preferences, and meet applicable legal or administrative requirements.

When information is no longer needed, we take reasonable steps to delete, securely dispose of, or de-identify it.

9. Children's Privacy

Christian Life Center's general text messaging services are not intended to solicit personal information directly from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental or legal guardian involvement.

When communications involving minors are necessary for church activities or ministries, appropriate parental or guardian authorization will be sought as required.

10. Changes to This Policy

Christian Life Center may update this Text Messaging Privacy Policy as communication services, church operations, or applicable requirements change.

Updates will be posted on this webpage with a revised effective date.

11. Contact Information

For questions about our text messaging services, privacy practices, or communication preferences, please contact:

Christian Life Center

2401 John B. Dennis Highway  
Kingsport, Tennessee

Email: office@christianlifecenter.com  
Website: christianlifecenter.com

Christian Life Center is committed to communicating responsibly and respecting the privacy and preferences of everyone who chooses to receive our messages.