Privacy Policy
At Bear Creek Church, we care deeply about your privacy. As a Gospel-centered, multigenerational, and multicultural church, we are committed to protecting the personal information you entrust to us—whether you're exploring faith, getting connected, or actively engaged in ministry. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information in a variety of ways to serve you better and support the ministries of Bear Creek Church. This may include:
- Contact Information: such as your name, address, phone number, and email
- Demographic Information: such as age, gender, family members
- Payment Information: for donations, event registrations, and purchases
- Ministry Participation: including Life Groups, classes, events, or volunteer roles
- Digital Engagement: such as IP address, browser type, device ID, and usage on bearcreek.church
We may collect this information when you:
- Visit or interact with our website
- Register for an event or group
- Submit a prayer request
- Give a financial gift
- Sign up for communications
- Participate in ministry programs
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide meaningful ministry experiences
- Share important updates and church communications
- Send devotionals, newsletters, or encouragement (if you opt in)
- Process giving and acknowledge contributions
- Facilitate event participation and follow-up
- Respond to prayer or pastoral care needs
- Improve website functionality and content
Every bit of information is used with the heart of service—to help make **God’s love real** through our ministry, in our community, and for the world.
3. Sharing of Information
Bear Creek Church does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share information with trusted service providers or partners who assist us in church operations (such as online giving platforms or church management software). These partners are required to keep your information secure and are only permitted to use it to support Bear Creek’s ministry efforts.
We may also disclose your information:
- As required by law
- To protect the safety, rights, or property of Bear Creek Church, its members, or others
- With your consent
4. Security
We take appropriate and reasonable measures to protect your information, including using secure servers, encrypted communications, and industry-standard data protection tools. However, no system is completely secure, and we ask for your diligence as well—such as using strong passwords and alerting us if you suspect any misuse.
5. Your Choices and Access
You can update your communication preferences or request access to your personal information at any time by contacting our church office or emailing info@bearcreek.church. If you wish to opt out of receiving church emails or mailers, you may unsubscribe through the link provided in our messages.
6. Children's Privacy
We are committed to protecting children. We do not knowingly collect or store personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. Parents or guardians may contact us to review or delete their child’s information.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. This policy does not apply to those websites, and we encourage you to review their privacy practices before providing any information.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or the law. Updates will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it regularly.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, we’re here to help.
Please contact:
Bear Creek Church
5901 N Fry Rd
Katy, TX 77449
info@bearcreek.church
281-859-9900
At Bear Creek, our goal is to be a place where everyone is welcomed, protected, and loved—because Jesus is first and His love changes everything.
“The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it.” —Psalm 24:1
