Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 04/14/2026

St. René Goupil Catholic Church (“we,” “our,” “the parish”) is committed to protecting the privacy of all visitors, donors, parishioners, and program participants who interact with strene.org. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.

We collect personal information when you:

• Subscribe to email updates or newsletters
• Make a donation
• Purchase products or materials
• Register for parish programs, events, or sacramental preparation
• Submit a contact form or request information

This may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Payment information (processed securely by third‑party providers)
• Program registration details

We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers.

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics collects:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Time spent on the site

This data helps us improve our website and parish communications. You can learn more about Google’s data practices here: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites (policies.google.com in Bing)

We use the information we collect to:

• Communicate parish news, updates, and event information
• Process donations and purchases
• Register you for programs and events
• Provide receipts and confirmations
• Improve website functionality and user experience
• Maintain parish records and ministry operations

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

Donations and purchases made through strene.org are processed by secure third‑party payment processors. These providers handle your payment information according to industry‑standard security practices.

We only receive the information necessary to confirm your donation or purchase.

If you sign up for parish emails, you may receive:

• Parish announcements
• Event reminders
• Ministry updates
• Fundraising information

You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in any email or contacting the parish office.

Our website may use cookies to:

• Improve site performance
• Remember your preferences
• Analyze website traffic

You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

We may share information with:

• Trusted service providers (payment processors, email platforms, registration tools)
• Parish staff and ministry leaders as needed for program administration

We do not share information with outside marketers or unrelated third parties.

Our website is intended for general parish use. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. No online system is 100% secure, but we follow best practices to safeguard your data.

You may:

• Request access to your personal information
• Update or correct your information
• Unsubscribe from parish emails
• Request the deletion of your information where applicable

Contact the parish office for assistance.

Our website may link to third‑party sites (e.g., payment processors). We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please use the  contact form on our website at  strene.org 

 Last Updated: 04/14/2026

Welcome to St. Rene Goupil Catholic Church (“we,” “our,” “the parish”). By accessing or using strene.org, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions. Please read them carefully.

You may use this website for lawful purposes related to:

• Learning about parish ministries
• Registering for programs
• Making donations
• Purchasing parish materials
• Accessing parish information

You agree not to misuse the website, attempt unauthorized access, or interfere with its functionality.

All content on this website—including text, images, graphics, videos, and parish materials—is the property of St. René Goupil Catholic Church unless otherwise noted. You may not reproduce or distribute content without permission.

When making a purchase or donation:

• You agree to provide accurate information
• You authorize our payment processor to charge your selected payment method
• You understand that all transactions are processed securely by third‑party providers

We do not store credit card numbers.

By registering for a parish program, you agree to:

• Provide accurate participant information
• Follow program guidelines
• Respect parish staff, volunteers, and other participants

Some programs may have additional requirements or waivers.

Our website may link to third‑party sites. We are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices.

We strive to provide accurate information, but we cannot guarantee that all content is error‑free. The parish is not liable for:

• Website downtime
• Technical issues
• Errors or omissions
• Losses resulting from use of the site

We may update these Terms & Conditions at any time. Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of the updated terms.

For questions about these Terms & Conditions, contact us through the contact form at strene.org