Privacy Policy for SaintGabriels.net

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Effective Date: March 31, 2025

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At Saint Gabriel’s ~ San Gabriel Episcopal Church (referred to as "we," "our," or "Saint Gabriel’s"), we value and respect your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and disclose personal information when you visit or use our website hosted by Wix at SaintGabriels.net ("the Site").

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By accessing or using the Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Site.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you visit the Site:

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Personal Information

When you interact with us (e.g., registering for events, making donations, or subscribing to newsletters), you may provide personal information such as:

• Name

• Email Address

• Mailing Address

• Phone Number

• Payment Information (when making a donation)

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Non-Personal Information

We may collect certain non-personal information about your interaction with our Site, including but not limited to:

• IP Address

• Browser type and version

• Device information

• Pages visited and time spent on the Site

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Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Wix and third-party services may use cookies to enhance your experience, track activity on the Site, and analyze usage patterns. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent.

For more information about how Wix uses cookies, please refer to their Cookie Policy.

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2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect may be used for the following purposes:

• To provide services, events, or content that you request.

• To send newsletters, announcements, or updates about Saint Gabriel’s activities.

• To process donations, payments, and event registrations.

• To personalize your experience on the Site.

• To monitor and analyze trends, site usage, and performance to improve our offerings.

 

3. Donation Processing with Realm

Saint Gabriel’s uses Realm, a secure online giving and church management platform, to process donations and manage member information.

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When you make a donation through Realm, your personal and payment information is securely transmitted and stored by Realm. This may include:

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• Contact details: name, email, phone, address

• Payment details: credit/debit card or bank account information​

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Realm uses industry-standard encryption and security practices. For more information, please review Realm’s Privacy Policy.

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We only use the information collected through Realm to:

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• Process and acknowledge donations

• Send contribution statements or related correspondence

• Communicate church-related updates, unless you opt out

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4. Email Communications with Mailchimp

Saint Gabriel’s uses Mailchimp, a trusted email marketing platform, to manage and distribute newsletters, event updates, and church-related communications.

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When you subscribe to our mailing list or provide your email during registration or donation, your information (such as your name and email address) may be securely stored and managed within Mailchimp’s system.

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Mailchimp allows us to:

• Send church newsletters and announcements

• Manage subscription preferences and mailing lists

• Track email engagement (e.g., open and click rates) to improve communication

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Mailchimp complies with applicable data privacy laws and uses industry-standard security practices. You can read more in Mailchimp’s Privacy Policy.

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You may opt out of email communications at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any message or by contacting us directly at info@saintgabriels.net.

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5. How We Protect Your Information

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information. This includes using SSL encryption for sensitive data, employing secure servers, and restricting access to your personal information to authorized personnel only. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

 

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us with tasks such as:

• Payment processing

• Email marketing

• Event management These third parties are required to use your personal information only to perform services on our behalf and are not allowed to use your information for their own purposes.

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We may also disclose your information if required by law or in response to a legal request, such as a court order or government investigation.

 

7. Wix’s Data Collection

Our website is hosted on Wix.com. Wix collects certain types of information automatically, including but not limited to your IP address, browser type, and activity on the site. For detailed information on how Wix handles your personal data, please review Wix’s Privacy Policy.

 

8. Your Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access and Correction: You may request to view, update, or correct any personal information we hold about you.

• Opt-out: You can opt-out of receiving marketing emails or newsletters at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in those communications.

• Deletion: If you no longer wish to participate in our services or receive communications from us, you may request the deletion of your personal information.

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To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@saintgabriels.net.

 

9. Third-Party Websites

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy applies only to SaintGabriels.net. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

 

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

As part of using the Wix platform, we use cookies to enhance the user experience and improve functionality. By using this site, you consent to our use of cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings.

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For more information on how Wix uses cookies, please visit Wix’s Cookie Policy.

 

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will post the updated Privacy Policy on this page and revise the "Effective Date" at the top.

 

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

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Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church
Email: info@saintgabriels.net
Phone: (703) 779 - 3616
Address: 8 Cornwall Street NW, Leesburg, VA 20176