Privacy Policy

Who are we?

This policy applies to your access to and use of all Internet sites and mobile applications operated by or on behalf of New Story Church. New Story Church is a ministry of the Western North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church and this privacy policy is subordinate to the privacy policy of the United Methodist Church.

Scope of this policy

This policy governs our privacy practices regarding your personal information whether we collect it through our sites or apps or through other means, such as in person, by telephone, or through suppliers, vendors, and other partners. Additional specific policies or agreements may apply to certain websites, apps, products, and services. If such policies or agreements conflict with this policy, the terms of those policies or agreements will prevail. When possible we will include links to those services on our Privacy Policy website.

What information do we collect?

We do not require any personal information to use our website. You may voluntarily provide personal information to us for a number of reasons. You may choose to subscribe to a newsletter or personalize other online services like our livestream service. You may provide information so that we can provide other services like prayer requests or to enroll family members in youth ministry services. You may also provide personal information to donate money either online or in person.
Examples of personal information we may collect can include:

  • Your full name

  • Your email address

  • Your mailing address

  • Your phone number

  • Your age

  • Names and ages of family members

  • Banking information

  • Your location

This website collects personal data to power our site analytics, including:

  • Information about your browser, network, and device

  • Web pages you visited prior to coming to this website

  • Your IP address

This information may also include details about your use of this website, including:

  • Clicks

  • Internal links

  • Pages visited

  • Scrolling

  • Searches

  • Timestamps

We share this information with Squarespace, our website analytics provider, to learn about site traffic and activity.

What do you do with my data?

We use personal data to keep track of church membership and to provide services to church members. We may also use data to enhance security for our programs and website. We do not sell or provide personal information for any other purpose except when required by law. Third party services may have different ways of using your data and you should review their policies as well.

How is my information stored?

We take seriously our obligation to safeguard the confidentiality, security and integrity of personal information we collect from you, and we have established and will maintain procedures that are designed for that purpose. We implement a variety of security measures when you enter, submit, or access your information to maintain the safety of your personal information. Your personal information is only accessible by a limited number of persons who have special access rights to such systems and are required to keep the information confidential. You should be aware that such security measures cannot prevent all loss, misuse or alteration of personal information, and we are not responsible for any damages or liabilities relating to any such incidents to the fullest extent permitted by law. Where required under law, we will notify you of any such loss, misuse or alteration of personal information that may affect you so that you can take the appropriate actions to protect your rights.

Cookie Policy

Cookies are small text files that website place on your computer to track your use of online services. Cookies can provide a personalized experience on websites and can also be used to track you across websites. We do not place any cookies on your computer for our use. Third party services including our hosting service may use cookies to identify your computer, personalize your online experience, and track it across websites. Please review their cookie policies for additional information. Cookie information is anonymous until you choose to create a profile on these services, at which point your cookie information is associated with you.

Legal basis for use of your personal information (GDPR)

The General Data Protection Regulation, or GDPR, governs privacy practices involving individuals in the European Union and the European Economic Area and certain other transactions related to those areas. If the GDPR applies to your personal information that we have collected, our legal basis for collecting and using your personal information will depend on the personal information concerned and the context in which it is collected, including legitimate business purposes, as necessary to provide products and services to you or respond to your inquiries and requests, with your consent, to comply with applicable laws, or when there is a legitimate and overriding interest that necessitates the use.

Children and Personal Information

Our sites and services are intended for adults older than 18. We do not intend to collect information from people younger than 18. If you believe your child has provided information please write to us so we can remove it. Unless stated otherwise, if you are a minor in the jurisdiction in which you are accessing our sites and apps, you may only use them with the involvement of a parent or guardian.

How can I control my information?

If you would like us to remove or modify your information please send a request to:
New Story Church
Attn: Privacy
1401 Trade Mart Blvd.
Winston Salem, NC 27107

Third Party Software

Planning Center - Online Giving, Church Attendance, Event Attendance, Childrens’ Church

Squarespace.com - Web hosting

Vimeo.com - Livestreaming and commenting

Mailchimp.com - Electronic Newsletter