The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Vineyard Chapel, Aberdare
Last Updated: 19th June 2026
Introduction
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Vineyard Chapel, Aberdare (“the Church”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, contact us, participate in church activities, make donations, subscribe to communications, or otherwise engage with our ministries.
We process personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Contact Details
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Vineyard Chapel, Aberdare
Address: Club Street, Aberaman, Aberdare, CF44 6TN
Telephone: +44 7551 117994
Email: info@rccgvcaberdare.co.uk
Website: www.rccgvcaberdare.co.uk
Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following information:
Information You Provide Directly
Full name
Email address
Telephone number
Postal address
Prayer requests
Event registration details
Volunteer information
Donation information
Information submitted through contact forms
Information submitted when requesting pastoral support or counselling
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may collect:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Pages visited
Date and time of website access
Referral source
Website usage statistics
How We Use Your Information
We use personal information to:
Respond to enquiries and prayer requests
Provide pastoral care and support
Communicate church news, events, and ministry activities
Manage church programmes and volunteer activities
Process donations and financial contributions
Improve our website and online services
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Maintain church records where appropriate
Lawful Basis for Processing
We process personal information under one or more of the following lawful bases:
Consent
Legitimate interests
Performance of a contract
Compliance with legal obligations
Activities carried out by a not-for-profit religious organisation
Where consent is relied upon, you may withdraw that consent at any time.
Church Communications
We may contact you regarding church services, events, ministry opportunities, prayer meetings, conferences, and other church-related activities through:
Telephone
SMS
Social media messaging platforms
You may opt out of receiving communications at any time by contacting us.
Prayer Requests and Pastoral Care
Information submitted through prayer requests, counselling requests, or pastoral support channels may include sensitive personal information.
Such information will be treated confidentially and shared only with authorised church leaders or ministry workers where necessary to provide appropriate spiritual support.
Donations
If donations are made online, payment information will be processed securely through trusted third-party payment providers.
The Church does not store complete debit card, credit card, or banking credentials on its systems.
We encourage donors to review the privacy policies of any payment providers used.
Children and Young People
The Church operates ministries and activities involving children and young people.
Where personal information relating to children is collected, we will take reasonable steps to ensure that appropriate consent is obtained from parents or legal guardians where required by law.
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in all our activities.
Photography, Video and Livestreaming
Church services, conferences, outreach events, training sessions, and other activities may be photographed, recorded, or livestreamed.
Images and recordings may be used for:
Church websites
Social media platforms
Promotional materials
Ministry publications
Livestream broadcasts
Historical church records
Individuals who prefer not to appear in photographs or recordings should notify church leadership before the event whenever possible.
Sharing Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
We may share information with:
Service providers supporting church operations
Professional advisers
Regulatory authorities where legally required
Church leaders and ministry teams where necessary for ministry purposes
Any third party receiving information is expected to maintain appropriate security and confidentiality measures.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against:
Unauthorised access
Loss
Misuse
Alteration
Disclosure
Destruction
However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
Personal information will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and support legitimate church administration.
Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate information
Request deletion of personal information
Restrict processing
Object to processing
Withdraw consent
Request transfer of your information where applicable
Requests regarding your personal information should be sent to:
Email: info@rccgvcaberdare.co.uk
Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyse website traffic, and enhance user experience.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function correctly as a result.
External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of external websites.
Visitors should review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.
Changes to this Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Any updates will be published on this page with a revised effective date.
Complaints
If you are dissatisfied with how we handle your personal information, you may lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Wycliffe House
Water Lane
Wilmslow
Cheshire
SK9 5AF
United Kingdom
Website: https://ico.org.uk
Telephone: 0303 123 1113
Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the way your personal information is processed, please contact:
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Vineyard Chapel, Aberdare
Club Street, Aberaman, Aberdare, CF44 6TN
Email: info@rccgvcaberdare.co.uk
Telephone: +44 7551 117994
Website: www.rccgvcaberdare.co.uk