Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 1, 2025

At Grace Church of the Nazarene, we value your trust. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we keep it safe, whether you connect with us online or in person.

1. What We Collect

We may collect:

  • Basic contact information you give us, like your name, phone number, email, or address (for example, when you sign up for an event, join a group, or request prayer).

  • General website information automatically gathered, like your device type, browser, and IP address (nothing that personally identifies you without your consent).

2. How We Use It

We use your information to:

  • Communicate with you about services, events, and programs

  • Respond to prayer requests or questions

  • Process donations and provide giving records

  • Improve our website and ministries

3. How We Keep It Safe

Your personal information is stored securely, and only authorized staff or volunteers can access it. We take reasonable steps to prevent unauthorized use, access, or disclosure.

4. When We Share It

We don’t sell or rent your information. We may share it only:

  • With trusted service providers who help us run church operations (such as donation processing or email communications) and agree to keep your information secure

  • If required by law

5. Your Choices

You can opt out of our emails or texts anytime by following the unsubscribe link or contacting us directly.

6. Photography & Video

By entering our property or attending any church-sponsored event, you grant Grace Church of the Nazarene the unrestricted right and permission to use your image, voice, and likeness (captured through photography, video, or audio) in any current or future media, for church-related promotional or archival purposes, in perpetuity, without compensation. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please inform a staff member or event organizer.

7. Links to Other Sites

Our website may link to other sites. We’re not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

8. Changes to This Policy

If we make changes, we’ll post the updated policy here with a new “Effective Date.”

9. Contact Us

Questions? Contact us:

Grace Church of the Nazarene
5253 W. Webb Rd., Youngstown, OH 44515
330-333-0062
contact@youngstowngrace.org