Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 2026
Dove of the Desert United Methodist Church (“Dove of the Desert,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through our website, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information.
Information We Collect
We collect only the information we need to communicate with you, register you for events, and provide services through our website.
Depending on how you interact with our website, we may collect:
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Email addresses when you sign up for our e-newsletter or otherwise choose to receive communications from us.
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First and last names and email addresses when you register for an event through our website.
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Information you voluntarily provide through other forms or when you contact the church.
We do not ask for or intentionally collect sensitive personal information through our general website forms.
How We Use Your Information
We may use the information you provide to:
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Send our e-newsletter and other communications you have requested.
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Register you for church events and activities.
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Respond to questions, requests, or messages you send to us.
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Communicate with you about an event or activity for which you have registered.
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Maintain appropriate records related to church activities.
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Operate, maintain, and improve our website and online services.
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
Online Donations
Dove of the Desert's website does not collect or process your payment or financial information for online donations.
Our website directs you to Vanco, a third-party online giving platform, to make electronic donations. Information you provide through Vanco is subject to Vanco's own privacy practices and policies. We encourage you to review Vanco's privacy information when using its services.
Website Services and Third Parties
Our website is hosted through Wix. Wix may collect certain technical information when you visit our website, such as information about your device, browser, IP address, and how you interact with the site. Wix may also use cookies and similar technologies to operate and secure the website and provide website functionality.
Our website may also contain links to or embedded content from third-party services, such as social media platforms, video services, maps, online giving platforms, or other websites. When you interact with those services, the third party may collect information according to its own privacy policy.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of websites or services that are not operated by Dove of the Desert.
Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies provided by Wix or other services we use to operate the site, understand how visitors use our website, improve functionality, and maintain website security.
Some cookies may be necessary for the website to function properly, while others may be used for analytics or other website features. The specific cookies and technologies used may change as our website and services are updated.
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Children's Privacy
Our website is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 through our general website forms.
When registration for a church event or activity involves a child, we ask that a parent or legal guardian provide the registration information.
If you believe that a child has provided personal information to us directly through our website, please contact us so that we can review the situation and take appropriate action.
How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable steps to protect the information provided to us through our website and limit access to personal information to those who need it for church or administrative purposes.
However, no method of transmitting or storing information online can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
How Long We Keep Information
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, to maintain appropriate church or administrative records, or as otherwise required for legitimate organizational purposes.
When information is no longer needed, we may delete or securely dispose of it.
Your Choices
You may choose not to provide personal information through our website. However, some information may be necessary to complete a particular request or event registration.
If you no longer wish to receive our e-newsletter, you may unsubscribe using the link provided in the email.
You may also contact us if you have questions about information we have collected from you or would like to request that we update or delete information that we maintain, where appropriate.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time as our website, services, or information practices change. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle information, please contact info@doveofthedesert.com