Last updated: 12/10/2025
Who We Are
This privacy policy explains how Central Christian Church of Rockford (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website or communicate with us.
We are located in Illinois and are committed to respecting your privacy and handling your information in a safe and responsible way.
What Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Contact information such as your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
- Information you provide through contact forms, prayer requests, event registrations, or online giving
- Basic website usage data (such as browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our site)
We only collect information that is reasonably needed for church communication and ministry purposes.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Communicate about church services, events, and activities
- Respond to questions, prayer requests, or other messages
- Send ministry updates and reminders you have requested
- Maintain church records and improve our website and communications
We do not sell your personal information.
Text Messaging (SMS) Privacy
If you choose to receive text messages (SMS) from us:
- You will only receive messages related to church services, events, reminders, or cancellations
- Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier
- You can opt out at any time by replying STOP to a message
We do not share, sell, rent, or trade your mobile phone number with third parties for marketing purposes.
We use reputable messaging services that are required to keep your information secure.
How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information, including:
- Limiting access to personal information to authorized staff and volunteers
- Using secure systems and trusted third-party service providers
- Regularly reviewing our data handling practices
While no website can guarantee perfect security, we make reasonable efforts to safeguard your information.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share limited information with:
- Service providers who help us operate our website, manage online giving, or send messages
- Legal authorities if required by law
These providers are only allowed to use your information to provide services for us and are expected to keep it confidential.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Ask what personal information we have about you
- Request corrections
- Ask us to delete your personal information (when legally possible)
To make a request, contact us using the information below.
Cookies and Website Tracking
Our website may use cookies to:
- Make the site work properly
- Understand how visitors use the site
- Improve content and user experience
You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.
Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parent or guardian consent. If you believe a child has shared personal information with us, please contact us so we can remove it.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a new “Last updated” date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or your personal information, you can contact us:
Central Christian Church
6595 Guilford Rd
Rockford, IL 61107
Phone: (815) 399-6767
Email: info@cccrockford.org