Privacy Policy

Saint Mary, Mother of God Church
19 Cherry Tree Farm Road
Middletown, NJ 07748

Last Updated: May 13, 2026

Welcome to the website of Saint Mary, Mother of God Church. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled with care, integrity, and respect.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information gathered through our website and digital communications.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information when you:

Fill out contact forms
Register for parish events or ministries
Submit prayer requests
Enroll in parish programs or religious education
Subscribe to emails or newsletters
Make donations online
Volunteer for parish activities
Communicate with parish staff

The information collected may include:

Name
Email address
Mailing address
Phone number
Donation information
Family or household information
Any information voluntarily submitted through forms or emails

We may also collect limited non-personal information automatically through website analytics tools, including:

Browser type
Device information
IP address
Pages visited
Date and time of website activity

2. How We Use Information

Information collected through our website may be used to:

Respond to inquiries and requests
Communicate parish news and updates
Process registrations and event participation
Manage online giving and donations
Support parish ministries and programs
Improve website functionality and user experience
Maintain parish records and communications

We use personal information solely for parish, school, ministry, and communication purposes consistent with the mission of the Church.

3. Online Donations and Payment Security

If you make a donation or payment through our website, payment information is processed securely through trusted third-party payment providers. Saint Mary, Mother of God Church does not store full credit card or banking information on parish servers.

We encourage users to review the privacy and security policies of any third-party payment processors used through our website.

4. Email Communications

If you subscribe to parish emails, newsletters, or ministry communications, you may receive updates regarding:

Masses and liturgies
Parish events
School announcements
Faith formation programs
Fundraising initiatives
Ministry opportunities

You may unsubscribe from email communications at any time using the unsubscribe link included in emails or by contacting the parish office.

5. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website performance and understand visitor engagement.

Cookies are small files stored on your device that help websites function effectively. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some website features may not function properly as a result.

We may use analytics services to better understand website traffic and improve the visitor experience.

6. Sharing of Information

Saint Mary, Mother of God Church does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to outside organizations.

Information may only be shared:

With trusted service providers assisting parish operations
When required by law
To protect the safety, rights, or property of the parish community
For diocesan or Church-related administrative purposes when appropriate

All third-party providers are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security standards.

7. Protection of Children

We are committed to safeguarding children and families. Personal information regarding minors is collected only with appropriate parental or guardian involvement and only for legitimate parish, school, or ministry purposes.

Parents or guardians may contact the parish office regarding information associated with their child.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites, including diocesan resources, Catholic organizations, schools, or social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.

9. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to help protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.

While we strive to safeguard information, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed completely secure.

10. Your Rights and Choices

You may contact us to:

Request access to your personal information
Correct or update information
Request removal from parish communications
Ask questions regarding this Privacy Policy

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Saint Mary, Mother of God Church reserves the right to update or revise this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of personal information, please contact: