Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

St Helena Catholic Church is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

2.1. Personal Information:

When provided voluntarily by individuals, we may collect personal information such as names, addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers.

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1. Personalizing our database.
3.2. Sending contribution envelopes, if requested.
3.3. Processing online transactions.
3.4. Sending periodic emails related to our services and/or special events.

4. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as set forth in this Privacy Policy.

4.1. Third-Party Service Providers:

We may share information with the Archdiocese of San Antonio (www.archsa.org), and ACS Technologies Group, Inc. (www.acst.com), and Twilio (Provides communication API service for SMS, voice, video, and authentication), and SendGrid Twilio (Provides communication API service for emails), and Vanco Payment Solutions (www.vancopayments.com) A Level I PCI (Payment Card Industry) compliant merchant provider that processes online giving transactions made by parishioners.

4.2. Legal Compliance:

We may disclose information when required by law or in response to lawful requests by public authorities.

Data disclosure laws vary between countries, and even within countries, they can be subject to federal, state/provincial, and local regulations. In the United States and Canada, data disclosure laws encompass a combination of federal and provincial/state regulations. I'll provide you with a brief overview of the major federal laws in both countries.

4.2.1. United States:

4.2.1.1. Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act):

4.2.1.1.1. Overview:

The FTC Act broadly prohibits unfair and deceptive practices in commerce, including the unauthorized disclosure of personal information.

4.2.1.1.2. Enforcement:

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) enforces the FTC Act.

4.2.1.2.1. Overview:

COPPA regulates the online collection of personal information from children under 13. It requires obtaining parental consent.

4.2.1.2.2. Enforcement:

The FTC enforces COPPA.

Please be advised these laws are subject to change, and new regulations may be introduced. Always consult with legal professionals to ensure compliance with the latest data disclosure laws that apply to your specific circumstances.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

6. Your Choices

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. To do so, please contact us at [email protected] or call +1 210 653-3316.

7. Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure.

8. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected] or call +1 210 653-3316.