Privacy and Cookies Policy
Last updated: July 8, 2026
The Diocese of Gary Office of Pro-Life Activities ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy & Cookie Policy explains what information we collect through this website, how we use it, and the choices available to you.
By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
Depending on how you use our website, we may collect information such as:
Your name
Email address
Phone number
Information you provide through contact forms
Information you submit as part of an event application
Any other information you choose to share with us
We also collect limited technical information, such as your browser type, device information, and IP address, as needed to operate and secure our website.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Respond to your questions and requests
Review and process event applications
Communicate with you about your application or upcoming events
Maintain our records and internal administrative processes
Operate, maintain, and improve our website
Protect the security and integrity of our website
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
Event Applications
Information submitted through an event application is used solely to review your application, communicate with you, and administer our events.
Application information may be stored securely within Wix, transmitted through email to authorized staff, and retained within our internal office filing systems as needed for administrative purposes.
Confidentiality
We recognize that many individuals who contact us or apply for our events may be sharing sensitive personal information.
We treat the information you provide with care and limit access to authorized personnel who require it to perform their responsibilities. While we take reasonable measures to protect your information, no website or electronic communication method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Cookies
This website uses cookies and similar technologies to ensure the website functions properly, improve your browsing experience, and maintain website security.
We use Usercentrics to manage cookie consent. When you first visit our website, you will be given the opportunity to manage your cookie preferences.
Some cookies are essential for the operation of the website and cannot be disabled.
Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party service providers to operate our website, including:
Wix, which hosts our website, stores submitted forms, and provides website functionality.
Wix Multilingual, which provides Spanish-language versions of our website content.
Email services used by authorized staff to respond to inquiries and communicate with applicants.
These providers may process personal information on our behalf as necessary to provide their services.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, meet legal or administrative obligations, resolve disputes, and maintain appropriate organizational records.
Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to help protect the personal information we collect. However, no method of transmitting or storing electronic information can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Children's Privacy
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children through this website.
Your Privacy Rights
You may request to:
Access the personal information we hold about you
Correct inaccurate information
Request deletion of your personal information, where applicable
Ask questions about how your information is used
Some requests may be limited where we are required to retain information for legal, administrative, or organizational purposes.
To make a privacy request, please contact us using the information below.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy & Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy & Cookie Policy or would like to make a privacy request, please contact:
Diocese of Gary Office of Pro-Life Activities Gary, Indiana
Email: stedwardchurch@sbcglobal.net