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Privacy Policy

(Last Updated 21st April 2026)

Your Privacy Matters

At Christian Prayer Ministries, we are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy.

 

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you engage with us—whether through prayer ministry appointments (PMAs), training, membership, donations, events, or our website.

Who We Are

Christian Prayer Ministries (CPM) is a UK-registered charity (No. 1090856).

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We act as the data controller for the personal information you provide to us.

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If you have any questions about this policy or your data, please contact:

📧 admin@christianprayerministries.uk

What Information We Collect

Depending on how you engage with us, we may collect:

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Basic Personal Information

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  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Postal address

 

Ministry & Application Information

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  • Information provided in PMA or training application forms

  • Spiritual or pastoral information shared voluntarily

  • Notes taken during ministry sessions (where appropriate)

 

Membership Information

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  • Membership status and history

  • Participation in events, training, or ministry

 

Financial Information

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  • Donation records

  • Payment details (processed securely via third-party providers such as Stripe)

 

Technical Information

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  • Website usage data (e.g. cookies, analytics)

How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

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  • Arrange and deliver prayer ministry appointments (PMAs)

  • Process training and course applications

  • Administer membership and communication

  • Process donations and payments

  • Communicate with you about events, updates, and ministry opportunities

  • Maintain appropriate safeguarding and pastoral care

  • Meet our legal and regulatory obligations

Our Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

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  • Consent – where you have given clear permission

  • Contract – where processing is necessary to deliver a service (e.g. PMA or training)

  • Legitimate Interests – for the effective running of CPM, provided your rights are not overridden

  • Legal Obligation – where we are required to comply with the law

Sensitive (Special Category) Data

In the context of prayer ministry, we may process sensitive personal data (such as health, beliefs, or personal circumstances), but only:

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  • With your explicit consent, and

  • Where necessary for the provision of ministry or safeguarding

 

We treat this information with the highest level of confidentiality.

Prayer Ministry Appointments (PMAs)

When you apply for or receive a PMA:

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  • Your information is used to discern, prepare, and deliver ministry appropriately

  • Relevant details may be shared confidentially with the prayer ministry team

  • Any notes taken are handled securely and retained only as necessary, then destroyed in line with our retention policy

Training & Courses

When you apply for training:

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  • Your data is used to process your application and support your development

  • Information may be shared with trainers or mentors where appropriate

  • Records are retained for a limited period to support training continuity

Membership

If you become a CPM member:

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  • We will store your contact details and membership history

  • You may receive communications relevant to your membership tier

  • A minimal record of membership may be retained for historical purposes

Donations & Payments

When you make a donation or payment:

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  • Payments are processed securely via trusted third-party providers (e.g. Stripe)

  • We retain a record of your donation for administration and legal compliance

  • If you opt into Gift Aid, we will store the required information for HMRC

Sharing Your Data

We will only share your data when necessary and lawful, including:

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  • With trusted service providers (e.g. payment processors, website platforms)

  • With ministry team members where required for delivering services

  • Where required by law or safeguarding obligations

 

We do not sell your personal data.

How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain personal data only as long as necessary, typically:

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  • Up to 6 years for most records (in line with legal and financial requirements)

  • Shorter periods where appropriate (e.g. initial enquiries or unsuccessful applications)

  • Minimal historical records may be retained for membership history

 

Data is securely deleted or destroyed when no longer required.

How We Keep Your Data Safe

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:

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  • Secure systems and password protection

  • Restricted access to personal data

  • Encryption where appropriate

  • Secure storage and disposal procedures

Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

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  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data (where applicable)

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

 

To exercise your rights, contact us at:

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📧 admin@christianprayerministries.uk

Cookies & Website Data

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve your experience.

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You can control cookie settings through your browser.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or our practices.

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The latest version will always be available on our website.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about how we handle your data:

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📧 admin@christianprayerministries.uk

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You also have the right to contact the Information Commissioner’s Office: https://ico.org.uk

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