- Pastor Brandon Crowe

Church Privacy Policy
Effective Date: Feb 5 2026
Church Name: New Life Tabernacle UPC @ South Tampa
 
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
At New Life Tabernacle UPC @ South Tampa, we value your trust and take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and our commitment to never share your personal information with third parties. Our intent is simple: we collect only what we need to care for our members, communicate effectively, and operate the church responsibly.

Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you choose to provide it:

• Personal Information
  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Date of birth (if provided for ministry or pastoral purposes)
• Church Participation Information
  • Membership records
  • Small group or ministry involvement
  • Volunteer participation
  • Attendance records (when applicable)
• Giving Information
  • Donation history and contribution records
  • Note: Payment details are processed securely through trusted payment platforms and are not stored directly by the church.

How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide only for church-related purposes, including:

• Communicating about services, events, and ministry opportunities
• Providing pastoral care and member support
• Managing church administration and records
• Acknowledging and recording donations for tax and reporting purposes

We do not use your information for advertising or commercial purposes.
Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, trade, or share your personal information—ever.
Your information is used internally by New Life Tabernalce @ South Tampa only and is accessible solely to authorized church staff or leadership who need it to carry out church operations.

The only exceptions may be:

• When required by law
• To protect the safety, rights, or property of individuals or the church

SMS/Text Messaging Policy
If you choose to provide your mobile phone number, you may receive SMS (text) messages from New Life Tabernalce @ South Tampa.
What SMS Messages Are Used For

• Service reminders and schedule updates
• Event notifications
• Ministry or volunteer communications
• Important church announcements

Consent
By providing your phone number and opting in, you consent to receive text messages from New Life Tabernalce @ South Tampa. Message frequency may vary.

Opting Out
You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message. You may also contact the church office to update your communication preferences.
SMS Privacy Assurance

• SMS consent and phone numbers are never shared with third parties or affiliates.
• Text messaging data is used solely for church communication purposes.
• Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier.

Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information using administrative, technical, and physical safeguards. While no system is 100% secure, we work diligently to prevent unauthorized access or misuse.
Your Choices and Access
You may:

• Request to review or update your personal information
• Ask questions about how your data is used
• Request removal from church communications (where appropriate)

To do so, please contact us at:
Email: support@nltst.com
Phone: (813) - 412-8104
Policy Updates
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website or communicated to members as appropriate.



SMS Terms & Conditions
Program Description
New Life Tabernalce @ South Tampauses SMS messaging to communicate important church-related information, including but not limited to:

• Service reminders and schedule updates
• Event notifications
• Ministry and volunteer communications
• Important announcements or time-sensitive messages

Message Frequency
Message frequency may vary depending on church activities, events, and announcements.

Opting Out
You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any message.
After opting out, you will no longer receive SMS messages unless you re-subscribe.
For help, reply HELP or contact the church office directly.

Message & Data Rates
Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan. [Church Name] is not responsible for any charges incurred by receiving text messages.

Privacy & Data Use
Your privacy matters to us.

• Your phone number and SMS consent will never be shared, sold, or distributed to third parties or affiliates.
• SMS data is used only for church communication purposes.