PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: June 29, 2026
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
Journey Christian Church ("Journey," "we," "our," or "us") values your privacy. We believe that when you share your personal information with us, you are placing your trust in us, and we take that responsibility seriously.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and the choices you have regarding your information.
Information We Collect
Depending on how you interact with Journey, we may collect information such as:
You choose whether to provide most personal information. Some information may be required in order to register for an event, make a donation, receive communications, or participate in certain ministries.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
Third-Party Services
To help us serve you, we use trusted third-party providers who securely process certain information on our behalf.
These include:
Planning Center
We use Planning Center for online giving, event registrations, volunteer scheduling, group management, and church database management. Payment information submitted through Planning Center is processed securely by their payment providers and is not stored by Journey.
Planning Center Privacy Policy
Planning Center Terms of Use
Mailchimp
We use Mailchimp to send church-wide emails, newsletters, and ministry communications. You may unsubscribe from these emails at any time using the link included in every email.
Mailchimp Privacy Policy
Mailchimp Terms of Use
Clearstream
We use Clearstream to send text message updates, reminders, and ministry communications to individuals who have chosen to receive text messages.
You may opt out of text messaging at any time by replying STOP to any message.
Clearstream Privacy Policy
Clearstream Terms of Use
Text Messaging Privacy
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for their marketing or promotional purposes.
Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties except as necessary to provide our text messaging services.
Message frequency varies. Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier.
Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
Most web browsers allow you to disable cookies if you prefer, although doing so may affect certain website functionality.
How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
While no online system can guarantee absolute security, we work with reputable service providers who maintain industry-standard security practices.
Children's Privacy
Journey's website is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental involvement.
Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of websites operated by third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
Your Choices
You may request to:
To make any of these requests, please contact us using the information below.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:
Journey Christian Church
1965 S. Orange Blossom Trail
Apopka, FL 32703
Phone: (407) 884-7223
Email: info@journeychristian.com
Website: journeychristian.com
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
Journey Christian Church ("Journey," "we," "our," or "us") values your privacy. We believe that when you share your personal information with us, you are placing your trust in us, and we take that responsibility seriously.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and the choices you have regarding your information.
Information We Collect
Depending on how you interact with Journey, we may collect information such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Date of birth (when voluntarily provided)
- Information related to event registrations or ministry involvement
- Giving history (but never your full payment information)
- Prayer requests or other information you voluntarily submit
- Website usage information, including IP address, browser type, pages visited, and cookies
You choose whether to provide most personal information. Some information may be required in order to register for an event, make a donation, receive communications, or participate in certain ministries.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Respond to questions and requests
- Process donations
- Register you for events and classes
- Communicate about church services, ministries, events, and opportunities
- Send email newsletters and ministry updates
- Send text messages if you have opted in
- Improve our website and digital services
- Maintain internal church records
- Comply with applicable legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
Third-Party Services
To help us serve you, we use trusted third-party providers who securely process certain information on our behalf.
These include:
Planning Center
We use Planning Center for online giving, event registrations, volunteer scheduling, group management, and church database management. Payment information submitted through Planning Center is processed securely by their payment providers and is not stored by Journey.
Planning Center Privacy Policy
Planning Center Terms of Use
Mailchimp
We use Mailchimp to send church-wide emails, newsletters, and ministry communications. You may unsubscribe from these emails at any time using the link included in every email.
Mailchimp Privacy Policy
Mailchimp Terms of Use
Clearstream
We use Clearstream to send text message updates, reminders, and ministry communications to individuals who have chosen to receive text messages.
You may opt out of text messaging at any time by replying STOP to any message.
Clearstream Privacy Policy
Clearstream Terms of Use
Text Messaging Privacy
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for their marketing or promotional purposes.
Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties except as necessary to provide our text messaging services.
Message frequency varies. Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier.
Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember visitor preferences
- Improve website performance
- Understand how visitors use our website
- Provide a better browsing experience
Most web browsers allow you to disable cookies if you prefer, although doing so may affect certain website functionality.
How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
While no online system can guarantee absolute security, we work with reputable service providers who maintain industry-standard security practices.
Children's Privacy
Journey's website is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental involvement.
Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of websites operated by third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
Your Choices
You may request to:
- Access the personal information we have about you
- Correct inaccurate information
- Update your contact information
- Request deletion of personal information where appropriate
- Opt out of email or text communications
To make any of these requests, please contact us using the information below.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:
Journey Christian Church
1965 S. Orange Blossom Trail
Apopka, FL 32703
Phone: (407) 884-7223
Email: info@journeychristian.com
Website: journeychristian.com
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.