Last Updated: 03/22/2026

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1. Introduction

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a confessional Lutheran church located at 238 Columbia Ave, Cliffside Park, New Jersey. We are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of all visitors to our website, www.trinityevangelicallutheran.com.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you interact with our website.

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2. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide through our website, including but not limited to:

* Name
* Email address
* Phone number
* Event registration information
* Any information included in personalized messages submitted through contact forms

We do not explicitly request sensitive personal information. However, sensitive information may be voluntarily provided by users through free-form message fields.

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3. How We Collect Information

We collect information through the following methods:

* Website contact forms
* Event registration forms
* Cookies and analytics tools
* General website usage through publicly accessible pages

Our website does not require account creation or login and does not restrict content behind paywalls.

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4. Purpose of Data Collection

We use collected information for the following purposes:

* Responding to inquiries and communications
* Coordinating church events and registrations
* Providing church-related updates
* Maintaining internal records and statistics
* General administrative purposes related to church operations

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5. Donations and Payments

We accept donations and payments via bank transfer through Zelle.

We do not collect, process, or store any banking or payment information. All financial transactions are handled directly through the donor’s financial institution.

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6. Data Storage and Security

Our website is hosted on the Wix platform. Data submitted through the website is stored securely via Wix and its service providers.

We also utilize Google Analytics and Wix Analytics to monitor website traffic and usage patterns.

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information; however, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

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7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

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

We do not share personal data with third parties outside of necessary service providers (such as Wix and analytics tools) required for website operation.

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8. Communication with Users

We may contact you using the information you provide for purposes including:

* Responding to inquiries
* Event-related communication and follow-ups
* Church updates and administrative notices

Communication may occur via email, phone, or other contact methods you provide.

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9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies through Wix Analytics and Google Analytics.

These tools help us understand how visitors interact with our website and improve user experience.

You may modify your browser settings to decline cookies; however, this may affect website functionality.

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10. User Rights

You have the right to:

* Request access to the personal data we hold about you
* Request correction or deletion of your personal data
* Opt out of any future communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at:
office@trinityevangelicallutheran.com

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11. Children’s Privacy

Our website is intended for adults seeking church visitation or membership, as well as current adult members.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If such information is discovered, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

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12. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time.

Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

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13. Pastoral and Confidential Communications

While we strive to respect privacy, information submitted through website forms may be accessible to authorized church staff.

For confidential matters such as prayer requests or personal confessions, we strongly recommend contacting the pastor directly via personal phone, text, or email.

Please refrain from submitting sensitive information through the website unless you are comfortable with it being viewed by church staff.

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14. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church
238 Columbia Ave
Cliffside Park, NJ 07010

Phone: (201) 943-0088
Email: office@trinityevangelicallutheran.com

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