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Unity Spiritual Community of Central Oregon ("Unity," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (unitycentraloregon.org), attend our services, or interact with our community.
By using our website or services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:
Fill out forms on our website (prayer requests, connection cards, membership applications, event registrations, contact forms)
Make donations or contributions (name, email, billing information, donation amount)
Subscribe to our newsletter (name, email address)
Create an account on our member portal (name, email, phone number, address)
Register for events, classes, or programs (name, contact information, dietary restrictions, emergency contact information)
Submit prayer requests (name, contact information, prayer concerns)
This may include:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
Age or date of birth (for youth programs)
Emergency contact information (for events and programs)
Any other information you choose to provide
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns:
Log Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time and date of visit, time spent on pages
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Small data files stored on your device to enhance your experience (see our Cookie Policy below)
Analytics Information: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site
We may receive information from third-party services you use to interact with us, such as:
Facebook (if you engage with our Facebook page or use Facebook Login)
Google (if you use Google services to register for events)
Payment processors (Tithely, Stripe, PayPal)
Zoom (if you attend virtual events)
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
Process prayer requests and connect you with Prayer Leaders
Facilitate membership applications and renewals
Communicate about services, events, classes, and community activities
Manage event registrations and program participation
Coordinate volunteer opportunities
Send our weekly newsletter and service updates
Respond to your inquiries and requests
Provide information about Unity programs and offerings
Send administrative communications (membership renewals, event confirmations)
Process your donations securely
Provide receipts for tax purposes
Manage recurring giving
Acknowledge your generosity
Analyze how visitors use our site to improve content and functionality
Monitor and improve website performance
Ensure website security
Comply with legal obligations
Protect the rights and safety of Unity, our members, and visitors
Respond to law enforcement requests when legally required
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
We share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our website and deliver services:
Payment Processors: Tithely, Stripe, PayPal (for donations and payments)
Email Services: MailChimp, Constant Contact, or similar (for newsletters)
Website Hosting: Our hosting provider
Video Streaming: YouTube, Zoom (for livestreams and virtual events)
Analytics: Google Analytics (for website analytics)
Member Management: Elvanto or similar platforms
These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide to us.
As an affiliated ministry of Unity Worldwide Ministries, we may share:
Prayer requests with Silent Unity (Unity's 24/7 prayer ministry)
Membership information as required by our affiliation agreement
Statistical information (attendance, membership numbers) for organizational purposes
We may disclose your information if required by law, such as:
In response to a subpoena, court order, or legal process
To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our members and visitors
To investigate fraud or security issues
We may share your information with your explicit consent, such as:
Publishing testimonials or photos (with your permission)
Sharing your contact information with other members (if you opt-in to the member directory)
Unity offers programs for children (Soul Shiners for ages 5-12, Nursery for ages 0-4). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through our website.
For children's programs:
We collect only necessary information from parents/guardians (child's name, age, allergies, emergency contact)
This information is used solely for program safety and administration
We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our site.
Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function (e.g., remembering form inputs)
Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics to understand visitor behavior
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
Accept All Cookies: Full website functionality
Block All Cookies: Some features may not work properly
Selective Blocking: Allow only essential cookies
Most browsers allow you to:
View what cookies are stored
Delete cookies
Block future cookies
Please note that blocking cookies may affect your experience on our website.
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
You have the right to:
Access the personal information we hold about you
Request corrections to inaccurate information
Update your contact preferences
You may opt out of:
Email Communications: Unsubscribe link in every email, or contact us directly
Member Directory: Request exclusion from the member directory
Photo/Video Use: Decline to have your image used in Unity materials
You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to:
Legal obligations to retain certain records (e.g., donation receipts for tax purposes)
Legitimate business needs (e.g., membership records)
Our website does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals from browsers.
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what information we collect and how we use it.
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure:
Encryption: Sensitive data (payment information) is encrypted during transmission using SSL/TLS
Secure Payment Processing: We use PCI-compliant payment processors and do not store credit card information
Access Controls: Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
Regular Security Reviews: We periodically review our security practices
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:
Donation Records: Retained for 7 years for tax and legal compliance
Membership Records: Retained while you are an active member, plus 2 years after membership ends
Prayer Requests: Retained for 30 days, then forwarded to Silent Unity and deleted
Email Subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
Website Analytics: Aggregated data retained indefinitely; individual data retained for 26 months (Google Analytics default)
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (Unity.org, Facebook, YouTube, etc.). This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Significant changes will be communicated via:
Email to newsletter subscribers
Announcement on our website
Announcement during Sunday services (if applicable)
Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Unity Spiritual Community of Central Oregon
63645 Scenic Drive
Bend, OR 97701
Phone: (541) 388-1569
Email: [email protected]
For privacy-specific inquiries:
Email: [Insert privacy contact email]
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.
By using our website and services, you consent to this Privacy Policy and our collection, use, and sharing of your information as described herein.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of 06/01/2026 and applies to Unity Spiritual Community of Central Oregon and its website, unitycentraloregon.org.