Privacy & Terms of Use
Effective Date: April 2, 2026
Terms of Use
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the website of Grace Church Southwest ("Grace Church," "we," "us," or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and all applicable laws. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the site.
2. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on this website—including text, graphics, logos, sermons, video, and audio—is the property of Grace Church or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and trademark laws.
- Limited License:You may download or print portions of the content for personal, non-commercial, and spiritual growth purposes only.
- Prohibitions:You may not modify, distribute, or "frame" any content for commercial use without express written consent from church leadership.
3. User Conduct
Users agree not to use the site for any unlawful purpose, upload malicious code, or attempt to gain unauthorized access to our church management systems or donor databases.
4. Photo and Video Release
By attending Grace Church Southwest services or events, you acknowledge that you may be photographed or filmed. These images and videos may be used on our website, social media, or in ministry-related materials. If you wish for a specific image of yourself to be removed from our digital platforms, please contact lucas@gracechurchsw.com.
5. Limitation of Liability
Grace Church provides this site on an "as-is" basis. While we strive for accuracy, we make no warranties regarding the site's availability or the completeness of the information. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Grace Church Southwest shall not be liable for any damages arising from your use of this website.
Privacy Policy
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email, and phone number, when you sign up for newsletters, register for events, submit prayer requests, or give tithes and offerings online.
2. Children's Privacy (COPPA)
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If a parent or guardian becomes aware that their child has provided us with personal information without their consent, please contact us at lucas@gracechurchsw.com so we can delete the data.
3. Email Communication
By providing your email address, you consent to receive church updates and newsletters.
Opt-Out: Every email includes an "Unsubscribe" link. You may also contact us at lucas@gracechurchsw.com to be manually removed.
4. SMS/Text Messaging Policy (10DLC Compliant)
If you opt-in to receive SMS messages from Grace Church Southwest:
- Purpose: Messages include event reminders, urgent updates, or volunteer coordination.
- Opt-Out: Text STOP to any message to cancel.
- No Sharing: Mobile information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. This excludes text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
5. Donation and Financial Security
All financial transactions are processed through secure, PCI-compliant third-party service providers. Grace Church Southwest does not store or have access to your full credit card numbers or bank account details on our servers.
6. Texas Privacy Rights (TDPSA)
In accordance with the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act, you have the right to access, correct, or delete the personal data we have collected. While Grace Church does not sell your data, you have the right to opt-out of the processing of personal data for targeted advertising.
7. Contact Information
For questions regarding these policies, please contact: