Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 4-15-2022
Website Name: www.livingwaterspastoralcounselingcenter.com
Ministry/Organization Name: Living Waters Pastoral Counseling Center, LLC

Living Waters Pastoral Counseling Center, LLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share through this website and related ministry services.

This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, and protected when you access this website, communicate with us, participate in spiritual care services, make donations, or otherwise interact with our ministry.

By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We May Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Prayer requests
Appointment information
Donation or payment information
Messages or communications submitted through forms or email
Information shared during spiritual care or ministry interactions

We may also automatically collect certain technical information, including:

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Website usage data
Cookies and analytics information

2. How We Use Information

We may use collected information to:

Respond to inquiries or prayer requests
Schedule appointments or ministry sessions
Provide spiritual care or ministry support
Process donations or payments
Send ministry updates, newsletters, or communications
Improve website functionality and user experience
Maintain website security
Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

3. Ministerial and Spiritual Care Communications

Information shared during spiritual care, prayer support, mentoring, or ministry interactions will be treated with respect and discretion.

However, you acknowledge and understand that:

Services are provided by ministers of the Gospel of Jesus Christ in an unlicensed spiritual care capacity;
Communications may occur through electronic systems that are not fully secure;
Absolute confidentiality cannot be guaranteed;
Legal privilege protections applicable to licensed counseling services may not apply.

Information may be disclosed if:

required by law,
necessary to comply with legal obligations,
or there is concern regarding imminent harm to yourself or others.

4. No Licensed Counseling Relationship

Use of this website and participation in ministry services does not establish:

a therapist-client relationship,
licensed counseling relationship,
physician-patient relationship,
or legal professional relationship.

Services are religious and ministerial in nature and are not a substitute for:

mental health counseling,
psychotherapy,
psychiatric treatment,
licensed pastoral counseling,
or medical care.

5. Cookies and Analytics

This website may use:

cookies,
analytics tools,
tracking technologies,
or similar services

to improve website performance and user experience.

Cookies may collect information such as:

pages visited,
time spent on the website,
browser information,
and general geographic region.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some website features may not function properly.

6. Payment Information

If donations, purchases, or paid services are offered, payment information may be processed through third-party payment processors.

We do not typically store full payment card information on our servers.

Third-party payment providers may have separate privacy policies and security practices.

7. Email Communications

If you provide your email address, we may send:

ministry updates,
newsletters,
appointment reminders,
announcements,
or other communications.

You may unsubscribe from non-essential email communications at any time using the unsubscribe link or by contacting us directly.

8. Sharing of Information

We may share information only:

with service providers assisting in website operation or payment processing;
when legally required;
to protect rights, safety, or security;
or with your consent.

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information for marketing purposes.

9. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to help protect personal information.

However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of information transmitted online.

10. Third-Party Websites

This website may contain links to third-party websites or ministries.

We are not responsible for:

third-party privacy practices,
content,
security,
or policies.

Users should review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.

11. Children’s Privacy

This website and services are not intended for children without parental involvement or consent where required by law.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate permission.

If you believe a child has submitted personal information, please contact us so the information may be removed.

12. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:

request access to your personal information,
request corrections,
request deletion of information,
withdraw consent for certain communications,
or inquire about how information is used.

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

13. Retention of Information

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary for:

ministry operations,
communication purposes,
legal compliance,
recordkeeping,
or security purposes.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice.

Changes become effective immediately upon posting to this website. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of revised policies.

15. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by the laws of the State of Oregon, without regard to conflict of law principles.

16. Contact Information

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your information, please contact:

Living Waters Pastoral Counseling Center, LLC
3400 NE John Olsen Avenue Suite 200 Hillsboro, Oregon 97124
livingwaterscounselingcenter.com
503-999-7055
www.livingwaterspastoralcounselingcenter.com

17. Acknowledgment

By using this website, submitting information, scheduling services, making donations, or participating in ministry activities, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the practices described herein.