Effective Date: March 04, 2025
Welcome to The Brook Ministries (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website thebrookministries.org (the “Site”) or interact with our services. By using our Site or services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information from you when you interact with our Site or services:
- Names: Including first and last names provided by you.
- Email Addresses: Provided when you sign up, contact us, or subscribe to updates.
- Phone Numbers: Provided when you opt into text messaging services or provide contact details.
- Other information you voluntarily provide through forms, surveys, or communications.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and improve our services.
- Communicate with you, including responding to inquiries or sending updates.
- Send text messages if you have opted into our SMS messaging service.
- Ensure the functionality and security of our Site.
Information Privacy and Sharing
We value your privacy and are committed to keeping your personal information confidential. All information we collect, including names, email addresses, and phone numbers, is kept private and will not be shared, sold, or disclosed to third parties, except as required by law or to fulfill services you have requested (e.g., with trusted service providers who assist in delivering SMS messages, bound by confidentiality agreements).
SMS Messaging Program
If you opt into our text messaging program:
- Message and Data Rates may apply. Standard messaging and data rates from your mobile carrier may apply to your use of our SMS service.
- You can STOP messaging by sending STOP to opt out at any time.
- You can get more help by sending HELP for assistance.
- No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
How We Protect Your Information
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Choices
- Opt-Out of SMS: Reply STOP to any message to unsubscribe from our SMS service.
- Access or Update Information: Contact us at steve.lucas@thebrookministries.org to request access to or updates to your personal information.
- Email Communications: Use the unsubscribe link in our emails to opt out of marketing messages.
Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Children’s Privacy
Our Site and services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
- Email: steve.lucas@thebrookministries.org
- Phone: 214-934-4797
- Address: P.O. Box 5965, Frisco, TX 75035