Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March-10-2026

Houston Memorial Church (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting any personal information you provide while using our website, https://houstonmemorial.church.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Fill out contact forms

  • Request information

  • Register for events

  • Subscribe to newsletters or updates

  • Make donations or contributions

This information may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Any message or information you submit through forms

We may also automatically collect certain non-personal information such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited on the site

  • Date and time of access

This information helps us improve the functionality and performance of our website.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to inquiries or prayer requests

  • Provide information about church services or events

  • Send newsletters or ministry updates (if you opt in)

  • Process donations or registrations

  • Improve website performance and user experience

  • Maintain security and prevent misuse of the website

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

3. Sharing of Information

We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • With trusted service providers who help operate the website (such as hosting or email services)

  • To comply with legal obligations

  • To protect the rights, safety, or property of the church or others

These third parties are required to keep your information secure and confidential.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Analyze website traffic

  • Improve site functionality

  • Remember user preferences

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

5. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites such as social media platforms or external ministries.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external sites they visit.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and administrative measures to protect your personal information. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

7. Children's Privacy

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

8. Your Privacy Choices

You may:

  • Request access to personal information we hold about you

  • Request corrections to inaccurate information

  • Request that we delete your personal information

  • Opt out of communications at any time

To make a request, please contact us using the information below.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we do, the updated policy will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:

Houston Memorial Church
Website: https://houstonmemorial.church/contact/