PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: November 4th, 2026
1. Introduction
Gretna United Methodist Church ("we," "our," or "the Church") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us.
This Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, stored, and shared when you visit our website, submit a form, sign up for communications, or interact with our online services.
By using our website, you acknowledge this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
Depending on how you interact with our website, we may collect the following information:
Information You Provide
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First and last name
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Email address
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Information included in messages submitted through our Contact Us form and Volunteer form
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Email address provided when subscribing to our church newsletter
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Information you voluntarily provide when contacting the church or participating in church activities
Information Collected Automatically
Our website platform and service providers may automatically collect certain technical information, such as:
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Internet Protocol (IP) address
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Browser and device information
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Pages visited and website usage information
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General location information based on internet connection
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Cookies and similar technologies
The specific information collected depends on the website tools and settings in use.
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information collected to:
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Respond to questions and messages submitted through our Contact Us form and Volunteer form.
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Send newsletters, church announcements, and ministry updates to people who subscribe.
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Share information about worship services, church events, and activities.
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Communicate with individuals who request information about the church.
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Maintain and improve our website and online services.
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Protect the security and proper operation of our website.
We do not intend to use information submitted through our website for purposes unrelated to church communication and operations.
4. Newsletter Communications
If you subscribe to our church newsletter, we will use your email address to send church news, upcoming events, ministry updates, and other relevant announcements.
You may unsubscribe from newsletter communications at any time by using the unsubscribe instructions included in the email or by contacting the church office.
5. Contact Us Form
When you submit a message through our Contact Us form, the information you provide may be sent to designated church staff members so they can respond to your inquiry.
Please avoid including sensitive personal, financial, or confidential information in website forms.
6. Volunteer Form
Visitors may use our Volunteer form to express interest in serving at Gretna United Methodist Church and participating in church ministries, programs, and community activities.
Information submitted through the Volunteer form may include:
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First and last name
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Email address
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Phone number, if requested
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Areas of ministry or volunteer interest
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Additional information voluntarily provided in the form
We use this information to:
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Follow up with individuals interested in volunteering.
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Connect volunteers with appropriate church ministries and activities.
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Coordinate volunteer opportunities and church events.
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Communicate information about volunteer needs and service opportunities.
Information submitted through the Volunteer form may be shared with appropriate church staff or ministry leaders when necessary to coordinate volunteer activities.
Submitting the Volunteer form does not guarantee placement in a particular ministry or volunteer opportunity.
7. Online Giving
Our website may provide links to an external online giving service, including Vanco, to allow visitors to make donations to the church.
When you use an external giving service, your transaction and payment information are handled according to that provider's privacy and security practices. We encourage you to review the provider's privacy policy before submitting payment information.
Gretna United Methodist Church does not intend to collect or store complete credit card or bank account information through its website.
8. Cookies and Website Technologies
Our website platform and third-party services may use cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, understand website traffic, and improve the visitor experience.
You may be able to manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Some website features may not function properly if certain cookies are disabled.
For details about cookies used by the website, please refer to the applicable settings and disclosures provided by our website platform.
9. Third-Party Services and Links
Our website may use or link to services provided by other organizations, including:
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Wix, our website hosting and management platform.
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Vanco, our online giving service.
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Facebook and other social media platforms.
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Other websites or services linked from our pages.
These third-party services have their own privacy policies and data practices. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
10. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent personal information submitted through our website.
We may share information with authorized church staff and service providers when necessary to:
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Respond to inquiries.
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Send requested communications.
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Operate and maintain our website.
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Process online donations through the applicable giving provider.
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Meet legal obligations or protect the rights and safety of the church and others.
We limit access to personal information to those who need it for legitimate church or service-related purposes.
11. Data Retention and Security
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this policy, subject to applicable recordkeeping requirements.
We take reasonable steps to protect information submitted through our website. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
12. Children's Privacy
Our website is intended for general audiences. We do not knowingly request personal information directly from children under the age of 18 through website forms without appropriate parental involvement.
Parents and guardians should supervise children's use of online forms and contact the church if they have questions about information submitted by a child.
13. Your Privacy Choices
You may:
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Request information about personal information you have submitted to the church.
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Ask us to correct inaccurate contact information.
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Request that we stop sending newsletter communications.
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Contact the church with questions or concerns about your personal information.
Some information may need to be retained for administrative, legal, or church recordkeeping purposes.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our website, services, or practices.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.
15. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Gretna United Methodist Church
11457 S 204th Street
Gretna, NE 68028
Mailing Address:
PO Box 96
Gretna, NE 68028
Phone: 402-332-3213
Website: https://www.gretnaumc.com/
We welcome your questions and appreciate your trust in our church community.