The Church in Aurora (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website https://thechurchinaurora.org/ or interact with us online.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily share, such as:
- Your name, email address, and phone number (for contact forms, event registration, or prayer requests)
- Mailing address (for donations or mailings)
- Payment information (for online giving, processed securely through our giving platform)
- Preferences or interests you choose to share with us
Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our website, certain information may be automatically collected, such as:
- IP address, browser type, and operating system
- Pages visited, time spent on the site, and referral source
- General location (not precise)
We use this information for website analytics to improve our communication and outreach.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Communicate with you about church events, programs, and updates
- Process donations and provide receipts
- Manage participation in ministries and small groups
- Send newsletters and announcements
- Improve our website, services, and community engagement
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
3. Tools and Third-Party Services
Our website uses third-party services such as Google Analytics, Mailchimp, and Realm. Each of these third-party vendors has its own privacy policy governing the use of your information. We encourage you to review their policies to understand how your data may be collected and used by them.
4. Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect website analytics.
You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.
5. Donations and Payment Processing
Online donations made through Realm or other giving tools are processed securely. We do not store or have access to your full credit card or banking information.
6. Email Communications
If you receive emails from us through Mailchimp, you may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in the email footer or contacting us directly.
7. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under age 13 without parental consent.
If you believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it promptly.
8. Information Sharing
We only share your information when necessary:
- With trusted vendors (like Google, Mailchimp, or Realm) who help us operate our website and communication systems
- When required by law or to protect the rights and safety of our congregation
All third parties are required to keep your information secure and use it only for authorized purposes.
9. Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no online system can be guaranteed 100% secure.
10. Links to Other Websites
Our website may include links to other websites (e.g., social media pages or partner organizations). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
11. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal information
- Opt out of communications at any time
To do so, contact us at communications@thechurchinaurora.org or call 330-562-8266.
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy. The latest version will be available on our website, with the “Last Updated” date at the bottom of this policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact:
The Church in Aurora
146 South Chillicothe Road
Aurora, OH 44202
communications@thechurchinaurora.org
330-562-8266
Last Updated: November 11, 2025