Last Updated: January 2026
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church & School (“we,” “our,” “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (the “Site”) or interact with our online services.
By accessing or using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Postal address
- Phone number
- Any other information you submit through contact forms, event registrations, newsletter sign-ups, or donations.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect information about your device and usage, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type and operating system
- Pages viewed and time spent on the Site
- Referring websites
This information may be collected using cookies and similar technologies.
Use of Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries and fulfill requests
- Send newsletters or updates, if consented
- Provide, operate, and improve our services
- Monitor and analyze usage patterns
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze trends, and administer the Site. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the Site may not function properly.
Sharing of Information
We may share your information:
- With service providers who help with Site operations
- When required by law or to protect rights
- With your consent
We will not share personal information for marketing without your explicit consent.
Third-Party Links and Services
The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. You should review their policies separately.
Children’s Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access the information we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion
- Opt out of marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us at the contact information below.
Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The “Effective Date” at the top will indicate when changes were last made.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy or your information, contact:
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church & School
Email: church@gslswb.org or school@gslswb.org
Phone: (262) 334-7881
Address: 777 S. Indiana Ave, West Bend, WI 53095