Kure Beach First Baptist Church

Last updated: 09.01.2025

Kure Beach First Baptist Church (“the Church,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy, being transparent about how we use information, and complying with all applicable laws regarding data collection, communication, and electronic messaging. This Privacy Policy and SMS Terms of Service explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information provided by visitors, members, and participants in our ministries, including those who opt-in to receive text (SMS/MMS) communications.

By using our website, providing your information through forms, or opting in to receive text messages, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Your name, address, phone number, email address, and other contact details provided voluntarily through forms, event registrations, donations, or ministry participation.
• Device/Usage Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and website activity data (via cookies or similar technologies).
• Ministry-Related Information: Preferences, volunteer interests, or participation details related to church activities.

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information for purposes including but not limited to:

• Communicating with you about worship services, ministry events, volunteer opportunities, and church updates.
• Providing customer/member support and responding to inquiries.
• Processing donations and maintaining proper records.
• Sending occasional promotional, outreach, or community-related updates in line with our ministry mission.
• Meeting legal, financial, or denominational reporting requirements.

We will not sell, lease, or trade your personal information to any third party. Limited data may be shared with trusted vendors (such as email or SMS service providers) strictly for the purpose of fulfilling communication or donation processing.

3. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience, track site performance, and analyze traffic. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some site features may not function properly.

4. SMS Terms of Service

Kure Beach First Baptist Church offers an optional SMS (text messaging) program for members and visitors who choose to subscribe.

Opt-In

By providing your mobile phone number and affirmatively opting in (via online form, checkbox, keyword sign-up, or written consent), you agree to receive recurring text messages from Kure Beach First Baptist Church. These may include service updates, event reminders, volunteer opportunities, prayer alerts, emergency notifications, and other ministry-related communications.

Message Frequency

Message frequency varies depending on ministry activities, but you may expect 2–6 messages per month.

Fees

Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier plan. Kure Beach First Baptist Church is not responsible for charges billed by your carrier.

Opt-Out

You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying STOP Kure Beach FBC (or simply STOP) to any message. After opting out, you will receive no further messages from our SMS program.

Help

For assistance, reply HELP Kure Beach FBC (or simply HELP) to any message. You may also contact us directly at:

Phone: (910) 458-5074

Email: info@kurebeachfbc.org

Mail: Kure Beach First Baptist Church, 208 S. 6th Ave., Kure Beach, NC 28449

Consent and Conditions

• Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of participating in worship, membership, or any church activity.
• Information collected through SMS opt-ins will not be shared, sold, or rented to third parties.
• We maintain records of opt-in and opt-out activity to comply with carrier regulations.

5. Data Protection and Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While we strive to protect your data, no transmission or storage system can be guaranteed as completely secure.

6. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under age 13 without parental consent. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will promptly delete it. Parents or guardians who believe their child’s information has been provided without consent should contact us immediately.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website or messages may occasionally include links to third-party websites or services (e.g., online giving platforms, event registration tools). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their policies before providing any information.

8. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy & SMS Terms periodically to reflect legal requirements, carrier rules, or church ministry practices. Changes will be posted with a new “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this page regularly.

9. Your Rights and Contact Information

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information held by the church. To exercise your rights or for questions about this policy, please contact us:

Kure Beach First Baptist Church

Phone: (910) 458-5074

Email: info@kurebeachfbc.org

Mail: 208 S. 6th Ave., Kure Beach, NC 28449

Summary of SMS Program Compliance

(Carrier-Required Disclosures)

Brand: Kure Beach First Baptist Church

Frequency: 2–6 messages/month (may vary with ministry activities)

Opt-Out: “Reply STOP Kure Beach FBC to cancel”

Help: “Reply HELP Kure Beach FBC for assistance”

Fees: “Message & data rates may apply”

Consent: “Consent not required for church participation”

Data: “We do not share/sell opt-in data”

Last updated: 09.01.2025

Kure Beach First Baptist Church (“the Church,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy, being transparent about how we use information, and complying with all applicable laws regarding data collection, communication, and electronic messaging. This Privacy Policy and SMS Terms of Service explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information provided by visitors, members, and participants in our ministries, including those who opt-in to receive text (SMS/MMS) communications.

By using our website, providing your information through forms, or opting in to receive text messages, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Your name, address, phone number, email address, and other contact details provided voluntarily through forms, event registrations, donations, or ministry participation.
• Device/Usage Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and website activity data (via cookies or similar technologies).
• Ministry-Related Information: Preferences, volunteer interests, or participation details related to church activities.

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information for purposes including but not limited to:

• Communicating with you about worship services, ministry events, volunteer opportunities, and church updates.
• Providing customer/member support and responding to inquiries.
• Processing donations and maintaining proper records.
• Sending occasional promotional, outreach, or community-related updates in line with our ministry mission.
• Meeting legal, financial, or denominational reporting requirements.

We will not sell, lease, or trade your personal information to any third party. Limited data may be shared with trusted vendors (such as email or SMS service providers) strictly for the purpose of fulfilling communication or donation processing.

3. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience, track site performance, and analyze traffic. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some site features may not function properly.

4. SMS Terms of Service

Kure Beach First Baptist Church offers an optional SMS (text messaging) program for members and visitors who choose to subscribe.

Opt-In

By providing your mobile phone number and affirmatively opting in (via online form, checkbox, keyword sign-up, or written consent), you agree to receive recurring text messages from Kure Beach First Baptist Church. These may include service updates, event reminders, volunteer opportunities, prayer alerts, emergency notifications, and other ministry-related communications.

Message Frequency

Message frequency varies depending on ministry activities, but you may expect 2–6 messages per month.

Fees

Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier plan. Kure Beach First Baptist Church is not responsible for charges billed by your carrier.

Opt-Out

You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying STOP Kure Beach FBC (or simply STOP) to any message. After opting out, you will receive no further messages from our SMS program.

Help

For assistance, reply HELP Kure Beach FBC (or simply HELP) to any message. You may also contact us directly at:

Phone: (910) 458-5074

Email: info@kurebeachfbc.org

Mail: Kure Beach First Baptist Church, 208 S. 6th Ave., Kure Beach, NC 28449

Consent and Conditions

• Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of participating in worship, membership, or  any church activity.
• Information collected through SMS opt-ins will not be shared, sold, or rented to third parties.
• We maintain records of opt-in and opt-out activity to comply with carrier regulations.

5. Data Protection and Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While we strive to protect your data, no transmission or storage system can be guaranteed as completely secure.

6. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under age 13 without parental consent. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will promptly delete it. Parents or guardians who believe their child’s information has been provided without consent should contact us immediately.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website or messages may occasionally include links to third-party websites or services (e.g., online giving platforms, event registration tools). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their policies before providing any information.

8. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy & SMS Terms periodically to reflect legal requirements, carrier rules, or church ministry practices. Changes will be posted with a new “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this page regularly.

9. Your Rights and Contact Information

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information held by the church. To exercise your rights or for questions about this policy, please contact us:

Kure Beach First Baptist Church

Phone: (910) 458-5074

Email: info@kurebeachfbc.org

Mail: 208 S. 6th Ave., Kure Beach, NC 28449