Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Parable Church ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information in connection with your use of our website (parablechurch.com) and its subdomains.

1. Purpose

The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to give users a better understanding of the type of personal data we may collect, how it is used and who may access it. We are committed to treating your personal data in the most ethical and responsible manner, in accordance with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

2. What do we collect?

The types of personal data that we collect may include:

Identifying information (Full name, date of birth)
Contact details (Email, phone numbers and address)
Attendance on Sundays (Service check-in)
Child/ren details for check-in at Parable Kiddos and Parable High (Full name, date of birth, parent/guardian details, allergy information, medical requirements and photograph)
Church membership or involvement in teams
Feedback and correspondence (Emails and messages)
Payment details (Credit Card and direct deposit details)
Marketing and communication preferences

3. How is it collected?

We collect personal data through the following ways:

When you register for special events through our Church Center platform
When you register an expression of interest
When you register for membership or involvement with teams and groups
When you subscribe to our mailing list
When you make a donation
When you download and/or use our Church Center app

4. How do we use it?

We use the personal data we collect for the following purposes:

To welcome visitors
To provide you with information about upcoming events and programs
To respond to your inquiries and requests
To process financial transactions
To provide emergency contact information in the event of an emergency
To coordinate pastoral care
To improve our services

5. Who may access this information?

Certain data may be shared with the following:

Parable Church's staff and volunteers (limited to their required duties)
Third-party service providers contracted by us (Planning Center, Elvanto, Mailchimp)
Government authorities or regulatory agencies if we are required for any legal obligations

6. Security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal data from misuse, interference and loss, as well as unauthorised access, modification or disclosure. Personal data is stored on secure servers and may be transferred to trusted third-party service providers that adhere to the relevant privacy and security standards.

7. Accuracy

Parable Church takes reasonable steps to ensure that the personal information we collect, use, and disclose is accurate, complete, and up-to-date. We encourage the individuals we interact with to inform us of any changes to their personal information to help us ensure its accuracy.

8. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be communicated through email and reflected on our website. Updates are effective upon posting; continued website use implies consent.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].

Last updated: January 2026