Privacy Policy — First Baptist Church Oxford, FL

First Baptist Church of Oxford is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our members, visitors, and community. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information through our website, forms, events, or other church-related activities:

Name, address, phone number, and email address
Date of birth or age group
Marital status and family information
Prayer requests or personal testimonies
Donation or giving information
Attendance records
Volunteer or ministry participation
Communication preferences

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

To communicate with you about church services, events, and ministries
To provide pastoral care and spiritual support
To manage church records, membership, and participation
To process donations and provide giving statements
To respond to prayer requests or other inquiries
To comply with legal obligations and financial accountability

Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information.
We may share your information:

With trusted service providers (e.g., church management software) who assist in our operations, under strict confidentiality
When required by law (e.g., subpoenas, legal processes)
With your consent, such as: sharing a prayer request with the congregation

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access,alteration, or disclosure. This includes:

Secure data storage
Password-protected systems
Limited access to sensitive information by staff and authorized personnel

Your Choices and Rights

You may:

Update or correct your information at any time
Request to be removed from communications
Withdraw consent where applicable
Request a copy of your personal data we hold

Children's Privacy

We are committed to protecting children's privacy. Information collected during children's ministry activities is used only for age-appropriate ministry purposes and with parental or guardian consent..

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available at the church and on the website: https://www.fbcoxfordfl.org. Significant changes will be communicated via email or announcements.

If you have any questions about this policy, how we handle your data, or to request personal data information, please contact:

First Baptist Church of Oxford
Email: office@fbcoxfordfl.org

Phone: 352-748-2392

Office Location: 4060 County Road 108, Oxford, FL. 34484
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 5, Oxford, FL 34484

Church Website: https://www.fbcoxfordfl.org