Effective Date: 27th April 2026
Last Updated: 27th April 2026
At Sts Peter & Paul Church, Banting (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all visitors, parishioners, volunteers, donors, and community members who interact with our website and online services.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website, participate in livestreams, submit forms, make donations, or otherwise engage with our online platforms.
By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We May Collect
1.1 Personal Information
We may collect personal information that may identify you directly or indirectly, including:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Ministry or volunteer information
- Event registration details
- Prayer request details
- Donation-related details where applicable
- Any other information you choose to provide through our website forms or communications
1.2 Non-Personal Information
We may also collect non-personal or technical information, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Operating system
- Website usage data
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Referral sources
2. How We Collect Information
We may collect information in the following ways:
- When you fill in contact forms or inquiry forms
- When you register for church events, ministries, or programmes
- When you submit prayer requests
- When you subscribe to newsletters or announcements
- When you make donations through our website or linked payment platforms
- When you access embedded content such as livestreams or videos
- Through cookies and analytics tools used on the website
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information for the following purposes:
- To respond to inquiries and requests
- To communicate church announcements, updates, and event information
- To manage registrations for Masses, events, ministries, and church activities
- To process donations and maintain related records
- To provide pastoral support, including responding to prayer requests
- To improve the functionality, content, and performance of our website
- To maintain the security and integrity of our website and online services
- To comply with legal or regulatory requirements where applicable
4. Livestreams, Photos, and Media
Our church may livestream Masses, liturgical celebrations, prayer services, events, and other parish activities through our website or third-party platforms such as YouTube or Facebook.
By attending church services or events that are livestreamed or recorded, you acknowledge that your image, voice, or likeness may incidentally appear in the broadcast or recording, particularly if you are seated in visible areas, participating in ministry, reading, singing, or otherwise taking part in the service.
We will make reasonable efforts to focus recordings primarily on the sanctuary, altar, clergy, lectors, choir, and designated liturgical areas. However, incidental capture of congregants may occur.
Parents and guardians are responsible for supervising minors in this regard. If you have concerns regarding media capture, you may contact the church office, and we will consider reasonable accommodations where practicable.
5. Embedded Third-Party Services
Our website may include embedded services or links provided by third parties, such as:
- YouTube or other livestream/video platforms
- Online donation platforms
- Social media platforms
- Maps and location services
- Event registration tools
- Email newsletter platforms
These third-party services may collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of third-party websites or services. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those third parties directly.
6. Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, understand site usage, and enhance performance.
Cookies may be used to:
- Remember user preferences
- Support website functionality
- Analyse website traffic and visitor behaviour
- Improve content and service delivery
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although doing so may affect certain website functions.
7. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
We may disclose your information only in the following circumstances:
- To trusted service providers or vendors who support our website operations, donations, communications, or administration
- Where necessary to process payments or event registrations
- Where required by law, court order, or lawful authority
- To protect the rights, property, safety, or security of the church, our users, or others
Any such disclosure will be limited to what is reasonably necessary.
8. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organisational measures to protect personal information from unauthorised access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.
However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including pastoral, administrative, legal, operational, and record-keeping purposes, or as required by applicable law.
When information is no longer required, we will take reasonable steps to securely delete or anonymise it where appropriate.
10. Your Rights
Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:
- Request access to personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of personal information, where appropriate
- Withdraw consent for certain communications or uses
- Request clarification on how your data is used
To make such a request, please contact us using the details below.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our website is intended for general church and community use and is not specifically directed at children. Where personal data relating to minors is collected for ministry, sacramental preparation, or event participation, such data should be provided by or with the consent of a parent or legal guardian where appropriate.
12. International Data Processing
If third-party platforms or service providers used by our website process data outside of your country, your information may be transferred to and stored in other jurisdictions in accordance with those providers’ systems and safeguards.
By using our website, you acknowledge that such processing may occur where necessary for service delivery.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, website functionality, legal requirements, or operational needs.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.