Privacy Policy
Last updated: 01/27/26
Riverview Calvary Chapel (“the Church,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) values your trust and is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and safeguarded when you visit our website, use church-related platforms, or participate in church activities.
By using our website or engaging with Riverview Calvary Chapel through digital tools or in person, you agree to the terms outlined below.
By using our website or engaging with Riverview Calvary Chapel through digital tools or in person, you agree to the terms outlined below.
Information We Collect
We collect information in limited and appropriate ways consistent with normal church operations.
Personal Information You Provide
You may voluntarily provide personal information such as: • Name • Email address • Phone number • Mailing address • Prayer requests or other information submitted through forms
This information may be collected through our website, Planning Center, Church Center, event registrations, communication tools, or online giving platforms.
Providing personal information is optional, but certain services or communications may not be available without it.
We collect information in limited and appropriate ways consistent with normal church operations.
Personal Information You Provide
You may voluntarily provide personal information such as: • Name • Email address • Phone number • Mailing address • Prayer requests or other information submitted through forms
This information may be collected through our website, Planning Center, Church Center, event registrations, communication tools, or online giving platforms.
Providing personal information is optional, but certain services or communications may not be available without it.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website or interact with church-related digital platforms, limited non-personal information may be collected, including: • Browser type and device information • Pages visited and interactions • Approximate location data (city and state level)
This information is used to understand usage trends and improve website functionality and communication.
When you visit our website or interact with church-related digital platforms, limited non-personal information may be collected, including: • Browser type and device information • Pages visited and interactions • Approximate location data (city and state level)
This information is used to understand usage trends and improve website functionality and communication.
How We Use Your Information
Information collected may be used to: • Communicate church updates, events, and announcements • Manage ministry involvement, groups, events, and volunteer coordination • Respond to inquiries or prayer requests • Maintain internal church records • Improve digital tools, communication, and ministry effectiveness
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.
Information collected may be used to: • Communicate church updates, events, and announcements • Manage ministry involvement, groups, events, and volunteer coordination • Respond to inquiries or prayer requests • Maintain internal church records • Improve digital tools, communication, and ministry effectiveness
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.
Planning Center, Church Center, and Third-Party Platforms
Riverview Calvary Chapel uses trusted third-party platforms to support church operations, including but not limited to: • Planning Center and Church Center • Online giving and payment processors • Email and communication services • Livestreaming and video platforms • Social media platforms
These third-party services collect and process information according to their own privacy policies. Riverview Calvary Chapel does not control how third-party platforms manage data once it is submitted to them.
We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party services they interact with.
Riverview Calvary Chapel uses trusted third-party platforms to support church operations, including but not limited to: • Planning Center and Church Center • Online giving and payment processors • Email and communication services • Livestreaming and video platforms • Social media platforms
These third-party services collect and process information according to their own privacy policies. Riverview Calvary Chapel does not control how third-party platforms manage data once it is submitted to them.
We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party services they interact with.
Social Media and Public Platforms
When you interact with Riverview Calvary Chapel on social media or other public platforms: • Your interactions, comments, or messages may be publicly visible • Content you share may be accessible to others
The Church is not responsible for the privacy practices or data handling of social media platforms or other third-party websites.
When you interact with Riverview Calvary Chapel on social media or other public platforms: • Your interactions, comments, or messages may be publicly visible • Content you share may be accessible to others
The Church is not responsible for the privacy practices or data handling of social media platforms or other third-party websites.
Mobile Applications
The Church may utilize third-party mobile applications (such as Church Center) to provide access to events, giving, group communication, and announcements.
Riverview Calvary Chapel does not develop or control these applications and does not access device-level permissions or data beyond what users voluntarily provide through the platform.
The Church may utilize third-party mobile applications (such as Church Center) to provide access to events, giving, group communication, and announcements.
Riverview Calvary Chapel does not develop or control these applications and does not access device-level permissions or data beyond what users voluntarily provide through the platform.
Online Giving
Online donations and payments are processed through secure third-party payment processors. Riverview Calvary Chapel does not store or process credit card or bank account information directly.
All financial information is handled according to the payment processor’s security and privacy practices.
Online donations and payments are processed through secure third-party payment processors. Riverview Calvary Chapel does not store or process credit card or bank account information directly.
All financial information is handled according to the payment processor’s security and privacy practices.
Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies or basic analytics tools to improve functionality and understand usage patterns. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the website may not function properly.
Our website may use cookies or basic analytics tools to improve functionality and understand usage patterns. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the website may not function properly.
Photography, Video, and Livestreaming Notice
Photography and video recording may occur during church services, events, and activities, including services that are livestreamed or recorded.
By attending services or events at Riverview Calvary Chapel, you acknowledge that: • Your image or likeness may be captured in photographs or video • Such media may be used for church purposes, including livestreams, the church website, social media, promotional materials, or printed publications
We seek to use media respectfully and appropriately. If you have concerns or prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify a church staff member or contact the church using the information below.
Parents or guardians with concerns regarding minors appearing in media are encouraged to contact the church directly.
Photography and video recording may occur during church services, events, and activities, including services that are livestreamed or recorded.
By attending services or events at Riverview Calvary Chapel, you acknowledge that: • Your image or likeness may be captured in photographs or video • Such media may be used for church purposes, including livestreams, the church website, social media, promotional materials, or printed publications
We seek to use media respectfully and appropriately. If you have concerns or prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify a church staff member or contact the church using the information below.
Parents or guardians with concerns regarding minors appearing in media are encouraged to contact the church directly.
Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and Riverview Calvary Chapel does not knowingly collect personal information from children through this website.
Information related to minors within church management systems is handled responsibly and solely for ministry, safety, and communication purposes.
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and Riverview Calvary Chapel does not knowingly collect personal information from children through this website.
Information related to minors within church management systems is handled responsibly and solely for ministry, safety, and communication purposes.
Data Security
We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect personal information. However, no electronic transmission or storage method is completely secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.
We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect personal information. However, no electronic transmission or storage method is completely secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.
Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how information is handled, please contact:
Riverview Calvary ChapelEmail: info@riverviewcalvarychapel.comPhone: (830) 221-8042Website: https://www.riverviewcalvarychapel.com
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how information is handled, please contact:
Riverview Calvary ChapelEmail: info@riverviewcalvarychapel.comPhone: (830) 221-8042Website: https://www.riverviewcalvarychapel.com