TERMS OF USE

By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.

  • Use of Website: This website is intended for informational and news purposes about Christ Lutheran Ministries. You agree to use it only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe on the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment of the site. We do not guarantee that the website will be error-free, secure, or always available. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Christ Lutheran Ministries is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of or related to your use of the website.

  • Intellectual Property: All content on this site, including text, images, videos, logos, and other materials, is the property of Christ Lutheran Ministries or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. This includes all photos and media depicting students, staff, members, or Christ Lutheran Ministries events. You may not reproduce, modify, or distribute any content without prior written permission.

  • No Unauthorized Use of Contact Information: You may not use or collect any email addresses, phone numbers, or other contact information published on this website for the purpose of sending unsolicited commercial messages, spam, or distributions lists without their explicit consent.

  • Third-Party Links: We may include links to third-party websites. We do not endorse or have control over the content or practices of these websites and are not responsible for any damages or losses resulting from their use. For example, this includes worship links used to livestream via YouTube. We encourage you to read the privacy policy of each page you visit.

  • Governing Law: These terms are governed by the state of Minnesota.

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the site constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

PRIVACY POLICY

Christ Lutheran Ministries (“CLM”, “Christ Lutheran Church”, “CLC”, “Christ Lutheran School”, “CLS”, “we”, “us”, or “our”)  is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including any other media form, media channel, or mobile website related or connected thereto.

Information We Collect

We collect both personal and non-personal information when you interact with our website. Personal information may be provided voluntarily through contact forms, event registrations, donations, newsletter sign-ups, or other submissions. This can include details such as your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, or other information relevant to the purpose of the form. The exact information collected will vary depending on the nature of your interaction with the site. While we take measures to secure your information, the transmission of data through the internet is never completely secure and the voluntary sharing of your personal information is at your own risk.

In addition, our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to automatically gather certain non-personal technical data such as IP address, browser type, operating system, referring pages, time spent on pages, and general site usage. This information helps us understand how visitors interact with our website, improve performance, and ensure security. No personal identifying information is collected automatically, and we do not link this technical data to individual users. Cookies can be managed or disabled through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some site functionality.

Children Under the Age of 13

Parents and guardians may provide personal information about their children when registering for school programs, church events, or other activities. However, no child under the age of 13 should provide information through our website. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If we learn that we have collected such information without appropriate consent, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to: fulfill the purpose with which you have provided it; respond to inquiries; communicate with you about activities, events, and announcements related to Christ Lutheran Ministries; process registrations or donations; maintain security and website functionality; or comply with legal requirements.

Sharing of Information

We take appropriate organizational security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share it: with trusted service providers who help us operate the website, function our ministry at CLM, and communicate with you (i.e. payment processors or email services); when required by law or to protect rights, safety, or property; or with your permission.

Your Rights and Choices

If you have questions regarding our Terms of Use or Privacy Policy, please contact us at: clszumbrota@gmail.com.

[ Effective 07/20/2025 ]