Privacy Policy

Slavic Baptist Church “Light of the World”
Located in Knoxville, TN
Effective Date: [11/12/2025]

Slavic Baptist Church “Light of the World” (“we,” “our,” or “the Church”) is committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information submitted through our website and related digital platforms.

By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information when you interact with our website:

Personal Information You Provide

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Prayer requests

  • Event registrations

  • Messages or comments submitted through forms

Information Automatically Collected

Our website may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Pages visited

  • Basic usage analytics through Squarespace or email marketing tools

We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 without parental consent.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for church-related purposes only, including:

  • Responding to contact form submissions

  • Receiving and praying over prayer requests

  • Sending church updates, newsletters, and announcements

  • Informing you about upcoming events or activities

  • Managing event registrations

  • Improving our website experience

  • Internal communication within the church leadership

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

3. Email & Phone Communications

By submitting your email or phone number, you agree that we may:

  • Send updates, newsletters, announcements, or ministry information

  • Notify you about upcoming events or church activities

  • Respond to your questions or requests

You may unsubscribe from emails at any time by contacting us at admin@lotwknox.com.

4. Online Giving

We offer online giving through both Squarespace and third-party payment processors (such as PayPal, Stripe, Tithe.ly, or similar services).
These third-party platforms securely process your payment information.

We do not store or have access to your credit card or banking details.

Please review the privacy policy of the giving platform you use for details about how they handle financial data.

5. How We Share Your Information

We share personal information only when necessary to carry out church functions, including:

Shared With:

  • Email marketing services (for newsletters or updates)

  • Church staff or ministry leaders (to respond to contact forms or prayer requests)

We Do NOT:

  • Sell personal information

  • Share data with advertisers

  • Share information outside church-related purposes

Prayer requests may be shared privately with prayer team members unless you request confidentiality.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tools to:

  • Improve site performance

  • Track visitor activity

  • Help us understand which pages are viewed

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not function properly without them.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access or disclosure.
However, no internet-based system is ever 100% secure.

8. Your Rights

You may request:

  • Access to the personal data we have about you

  • Corrections to inaccurate data

  • Removal of your personal information from our records

Contact us at admin@lotwknox.com for any privacy-related requests.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites (such as giving platforms or event tools).
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

11. Slavic Baptist Church – Light of the World may send SMS/text messages related to service updates, event reminders, prayer needs, volunteer coordination, and other church communications.

By providing your mobile number, you agree to receive these messages.

Message and data rates may apply.

Message frequency may vary.

You may opt out at any time by replying STOP.

For assistance, reply HELP or contact our church office.

We will never sell, share, or distribute your phone number or personal information.

Messages are delivered through Zoom Phone and may be subject to their standard terms and policies.

If you have any questions, please contact us directly

SMS Privacy & Data Sharing Policy

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.
In accordance with carrier and CTIA guidelines, we provide the following disclosures:

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
This includes your phone number, SMS opt-in data, and text messaging consent.

All other categories of personal information described in this Privacy Policy exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

We only use your mobile number to send you church-related updates, reminders, and event notifications that you have opted in to receive.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Slavic Baptist Church “Light of the World”
Knoxville, Tennessee
Email: admin@lotwknox.com