Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2025

At the Emmaus Center for Biblical Teaching (“the Center,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), we value the trust of those who engage with our mission. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information shared through our website, emmauscenter.org, and related services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you choose to provide, including:
- Contact details (such as your name, email address, phone number, or mailing address)
- Information shared through registration, donation, or inquiry forms
- Payment information processed securely through our partner, Stripe
- Email preferences managed through Mailchimp
- Analytics data (such as browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site) collected through Google Analytics

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 without parental consent.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used only for purposes directly related to our ministry:
- To respond to inquiries and provide requested information
- To register participants for courses, pilgrimages, and events
- To process donations and issue tax receipts
- To send newsletters and updates (with unsubscribe links provided in every message)
- To communicate with travel or ministry partners involved in our pilgrimage programs

3. How We Protect and Share Information

We take appropriate measures to protect your information from unauthorized access or misuse.
Data is shared only with trusted service providers who assist in our work—such as Stripe for donations, Mailchimp for communications, and travel partners coordinating pilgrimage programs. Each partner is expected to uphold privacy and security standards consistent with this policy.

Donor records are retained for the period required by law for tax and internal recordkeeping purposes.

4. Cookies and Analytics

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to understand visitor activity and improve site performance. By continuing to use our site, you consent to this use of cookies. You may adjust your browser settings to limit or disable cookies if you prefer.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as needed to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected or as required by law. When information is no longer needed, it is securely deleted.

6. International Visitors

Although the Center is based in Hawai‘i, visitors from outside the United States may access our site. By using this website, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information under U.S. laws, which may differ from those in your home country.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You may:
- Request access to or correction of your personal information
- Withdraw consent for communications at any time using the unsubscribe link or by contacting us directly

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact:

Emmaus Center for Biblical Teaching
P.O. Box 17386
Honolulu, HI 96817
Email: info@emmauscenter.org