Privacy Statement

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

Leicester PIWC (Pentecost International Worship Centre) is dedicated to safeguarding the privacy of our members, attendees, visitors, and online users. We recognize the importance of your personal information and are committed to handling it responsibly and securely. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information by applicable data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:  

• Contact Information: Name, address, telephone number, email address.
• Membership Information: Baptismal records, membership status, family details, and attendance records.
• Donation Information: Contribution history, Gift Aid declarations, and payment details (processed securely through third-party payment processors).
• Event Registration Information: Details are provided when registering for church events, conferences, or programs.
• Website and Online Activity Information: IP addresses, browser type, pages visited, and cookies (used to enhance user experience).
• Photographs and Videos: Images and videos captured during church services, events, and activities.
• Children’s Information: (Where applicable) Information collected for children’s ministry programs, with explicit parental consent.
• Prayer Request Information: Information shared in prayer requests, treated with confidentiality and respect.
• Testimonies: Information shared during testimony times, with the express consent of the person sharing.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• To maintain accurate membership records and facilitate church administration.
• To communicate church news, event updates, and relevant information.
• To process donations, manage Gift Aid, and provide contribution statements.
• To organize and conduct church events, programs, and activities.
• To provide pastoral care, support, and spiritual guidance.
• To improve our website and online services.
• To comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements.
• To facilitate the sharing of prayer requests.

Sharing Your Information

We will not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:  

• Authorized Leicester PIWC staff and volunteers who require access for legitimate church purposes.
• Third-party service providers assist us with church operations (e.g., payment processors, and email marketing platforms). These providers are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and data protection standards.
• When required by law or in response to a valid legal request.
• When sharing information within the church body, for example, prayer requests, this will be done with appropriate care, and respect for privacy.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.  

• We use secure servers and encryption technologies.  
• We restrict access to personal information to authorized personnel.
• We regularly review and update our security practices.

Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Right to access your personal information.
• Right to rectify inaccurate information.
• Right to erasure (right to be forgotten), subject to legal obligations.
• Right to restrict processing.
• Right to data portability.
• Right to object to processing.
• Right to withdraw consent at any time.

Children’s Privacy

We are committed to protecting the privacy of children. We will obtain explicit parental consent before collecting personal information from children under the age of 13.

Website and Cookies

Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.  

Changes to This Privacy Statement

We may update this Privacy Statement periodically. We will post any changes on our website and, where appropriate, notify you directly.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or our data protection practices, please contact us at: