Last Updated: January 1st, 2026

Effective Date: January 1st, 2026

Welcome to River Church Baltimore! This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose your information.

Types of Information Collected

We may collect several types of personal information, including but not limited to:

Name

Email address

Phone number

Billing or donation information

Any additional information you provide to us directly may also be collected.

How Information Is Collected

We collect information in the following ways:

Through our website forms when you submit inquiries, prayer requests, event registrations, or donations

Via email correspondence

Through phone calls or in-person communications

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve the functionality and performance of our website. These technologies help us personalize your experience and understand how visitors interact with our site. You can manage cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Purpose of Data Collection

The information we collect is used for the following purposes:

To provide and manage church services, events, and communications

To respond to inquiries, prayer requests, or registrations

To communicate important updates related to services or events

To improve our ministries, outreach, and overall experience based on feedback

Opted-In SMS Information

We value your privacy and are committed to not sharing, selling, or otherwise disclosing your opted-in SMS information to third parties. Your phone number and any information related to your SMS subscription will not be shared with external entities unless required by law or in connection with a legal obligation.

Data Security Measures

We take the security of your personal information seriously. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

With trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website, communication tools, or donation processing

SMS phone numbers are not shared for SMS marketing purposes.

User Rights

You have the right to access, update, or request deletion of your personal information at any time. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding our privacy practices, please contact us at:

River Church Baltimore
📧[email protected]
📞 (443) 933-0791
📍160 W Ridgley rd Timonium MD

Types of SMS Communications

If you consent to receive text messages from River Church Baltimore, you may receive messages regarding:

Service or event reminders

Follow-up messages

Volunteer or ministry communications

Giving or registration confirmations

Church announcements or updates

Example:
“Hello, this is a reminder from River Church Baltimore about our upcoming service/event on [Date] at [Time]. Reply STOP to opt out of SMS messaging at any time.”

Message Frequency

Message frequency may vary. You may receive up to 1–2 SMS messages per week, depending on events and communications.

Potential Fees:
Standard message and data rates may apply based on your carrier’s plan.

Opt-In Method

You may opt in to receive SMS messages from River Church Baltimore in the following ways:

Verbally during a conversation

By submitting an online form

By filling out a paper form

Opt-Out Method

You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying “STOP” to any message.
You may also contact us directly to request removal from our messaging list.

Help:
Reply HELP for assistance or contact us directly.

Standard Messaging Disclosure:
Message and data rates may apply.

Thank you for being part of
River Church Baltimore