Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 24th, 2025

House of Praise and Worship CC (“HOPAW,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you share with us through our website (hopaw.com) and our mobile application (HOPAW Hub).

By using our website or app, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to help us better connect members, strengthen our church community, and provide you with meaningful experiences. The types of information we collect include:

A. Personal Identifiers

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Home address

  • Gender (optional)

  • Profile photo (optional)

  • Church membership or ministry involvement details

B. Usage Information

  • How you interact with the HOPAW website and app (e.g., pages viewed, features used)

  • Device and browser type

  • IP address and approximate location (for security and analytics purposes)

C. Optional Shared Information

You may choose to share personal stories, prayer requests, or testimonies within the app. These are visible only to other members if you choose to make them public.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used only for ministry-related purposes and to strengthen your connection with HOPAW. Specifically, we use your data to:

  • Facilitate communication between you and HOPAW ministries

  • Personalize your experience in the HOPAW Hub app

  • Provide updates on events, prayer requests, and church news

  • Manage user accounts and member records

  • Improve the app’s performance, features, and design

  • Send notifications (such as event reminders, prayer updates, or service times)

  • Maintain the safety, security, and integrity of our systems and community

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

HOPAW does not share, sell, or rent your personal information to outside organizations, companies, or individuals.

We may share information only in the following limited cases:

  • With your prior consent: We will always obtain your permission before sharing your data outside of HOPAW.

  • For legal reasons: If required by law, regulation, or court order, we may disclose information to comply with legal obligations.

  • For internal ministry functions: Authorized staff and ministry leaders may access your information to fulfill their duties (e.g., communication, outreach, or pastoral care).

4. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide ministry services. If you request deletion of your account, we will securely remove your information within a reasonable time period unless retention is required by law or for recordkeeping purposes.

5. Your Choices and Controls

You have the following rights and options:

  • Access and Update: You may review and update your personal information through your account settings in the HOPAW Hub app.

  • Opt-In Preferences: You can choose whether to share your information with HOPAW’s database and whether to receive communications. (Note: the opt-in setting is enabled by default for a more connected member experience.)

  • Delete Account: You can request deletion of your account or data at any time by contacting us.

  • Notification Preferences: You can adjust your notification settings in the app to control alerts, reminders, or updates.

6. Data Security

We use industry-standard safeguards to protect your personal information, including encryption, secure authentication, and regular monitoring of our systems. Access to personal data is limited to authorized HOPAW staff and volunteers who are trained in data privacy and stewardship.

7. Children’s Privacy

The HOPAW website and app are intended for use by members and families. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If we become aware of any such data, we will delete it immediately.

8. Third-Party Services

The HOPAW Hub app and website may include links to external resources (such as event forms, giving portals, or media content). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites or services. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

9. Updates to This Policy

HOPAW may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, app features, or legal requirements. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal information or this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

House of Praise and Worship

1 Westminster Dr. West Hartford, CT

contact@hopaw.com