1. Introduction:
Zion Centre is a church committed to serving our community with integrity, compassion, and respect. We value the trust you place in us and are dedicated to protecting the personal information you share when participating in our worship services, ministries, programs, and partnerships.
2. Information We Collect:
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal details: Name, contact information (phone, email, address).
Faith and ministry participation: Records of attendance, involvement in church activities, or volunteer service.
Digital interactions: Website usage data, cookies, and analytics when you visit our online platforms.
Voluntary submissions: Prayer requests, feedback, surveys, or forms you complete.
3. How We Use Your Information:
Your information may be used to:
Support your spiritual journey and participation in Zion Centre ministries.
Communicate church updates, events, and opportunities for service.
Maintain records for pastoral care, accountability, and governance.
Ensure the safety and integrity of our community.
Develop and manage partnerships: Share relevant information with trusted partners to strengthen collaborations, expand outreach, and deliver joint initiatives that benefit the church and wider community.
4. Sharing of Information:
We do not sell or rent your personal information. Zion Centre may share data only when:
Required by law or regulation.
Necessary to protect the safety and rights of our congregation.
With trusted service providers or partners who support our ministry and outreach (bound by confidentiality agreements).
5. Data Protection
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your information against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
6. Your Rights:
You have the right to:
Access the personal information we hold about you.
Request corrections or updates to your information.
Withdraw consent for communications or partnerships at any time.
Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and operational requirements.
7. Retention:
Zion Centre retains partnership-related data only for as long as individuals have not revoked their participation.
Once participation is withdrawn, related personal information will be securely deleted or anonymised.
Other personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this statement or as required by law.
8. Contact Us:
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or how your information is handled, please contact Zion Centre at: admin@zioncentre.co.za | 078 474 2213