Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 16, 2026

Last Updated: September 16, 2026

At The Way, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide to us through our website.

1. Information We Collect

We only collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us through our online forms, including:

Plan Your Visit Form: Name, email address, phone number, and household details.

Prayer Request Form: Name, contact information, and optional prayer details.

Newsletter Signup: Name and email address.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information you submit is used strictly for ministry communication and spiritual support. Specifically, we use your information to:

Welcome you and coordinate your visit to The Way.

Send church updates, weekly bulletins, and news via our newsletter.

Follow up on prayer requests submitted to our ministry team.

Send direct transactional notifications related to your requests.

No Marketing Use: We do not use your contact information (phone numbers or emails) for commercial marketing or promotional sales campaigns.

3. SMS & Text Messaging Policy

If you provide a phone number through our forms, you may receive informational text messages related to your specific request (e.g., visit confirmation or prayer follow-ups).

No Mobile Information Sharing: Mobile information and phone numbers will not be shared, sold, rented, or leased to third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes.

Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving text messages at any time by replying STOP to any text message received.

4. Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal data with third parties or outside marketing organizations. Your information is accessed solely by authorized church staff and ministry leaders who require it to serve you.

We may share data with trusted software service providers (such as our web host or church management system) strictly for the purpose of operating our site and storing records securely.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and administrative measures to maintain the security of your personal information and protect it against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to update or remove your contact information from our records, please contact us:

The Way

Email: [email protected]

Address: 7541 Bethel Rd, Goodlettsville, TN 37072