Privacy Policy

Transformation Church ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

Information We Collect
General Contact Information
When you fill out forms on our website or connect cards at church, we collect your name and contact information (email address or phone number) so we can respond to your request to learn more about our community.

Mobile Phone Numbers for Text Messages
If you opt in to receive devotional text messages from Transformation Church, we additionally collect:

Your mobile phone number
Your name (optional)
The date and time you opted in
How We Use Your Information
General Communications
We will only use your contact information to:

Respond to your requests
Share relevant information about our church community
Keep you connected with church events and announcements
Devotional Text Message Program
If you opt in to our text message program, we use your mobile phone number solely to send you weekly devotional text messages containing:

Scripture passages and memory verses
Encouragement based on Sunday's sermon
Prayer prompts and reflection questions
Practical application challenges
Message Frequency: Approximately 3 text messages per week (typically Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings at 7:15 AM Central Time).

Message and Data Rates: Standard message and data rates may apply based on your mobile carrier plan.

We Do NOT Share Your Information
This is important: We will never share, sell, or rent your information to any third parties.

Specifically regarding mobile phone numbers:

We do NOT share your mobile phone number with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes
We do NOT sell your mobile phone number
We do NOT use your mobile phone number for any purpose other than sending devotional text messages
Your mobile information is stored securely in our Planning Center database and used only for delivering devotional content to you
How to Opt In to Text Messages
You can opt in to receive devotional text messages through:

Online form: Complete the opt-in form on our website
Connection card: Fill out a connection card at a church service
Planning Center: Update your communication preferences in your Planning Center profile
Text keyword: Text "SERMON" to our church number to opt in
When you opt in, you will see or hear the following consent language:

"By providing your mobile number, you consent to receive weekly devotional text messages (3 per week) from Transformation Church. Message frequency: 3 messages per week. Message and data rates may apply. Your mobile information will NOT be shared with third parties. Reply HELP for help or STOP to cancel."
How to Opt Out
You may opt out of text messages at any time by:

Text STOP: Reply STOP to any text message (you will receive immediate confirmation)
Email us: Contact us at info@transformationchurchsch.com
Call us: Call us at 708-754-1357
Update Planning Center: Change your communication preferences in your Planning Center profile
Once you opt out, you will no longer receive text messages from us.

How to Get Help
For questions or support regarding text messages:

Text HELP: Reply HELP to any text message for assistance
Email: info@transformationchurchsch.com
Phone: 708-754-1357
Website: transformationchurchsch.com
Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information. Your contact information and mobile phone number are stored securely in our church management system (Planning Center) with restricted access.

Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal compliance. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Transformation Church
216 W. Sauk Trail South Chicago Heights, IL
Phone: 708-754-1357
Email: info@transformationchurchsch.com
Website: transformationchurchsch.com

Consent
By providing your contact information to Transformation Church or opting in to receive text messages, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.