At Global Mandate Church, we deeply value the trust placed in us by our congregation, volunteers, employees, and the wider community. We recognize that in the digital age, protecting your privacy is not just a legal obligation but a matter of integrity and stewardship. This Data Protection Policy Statement outlines our commitment to treating your personal information with the utmost care, confidentiality, and transparency. It explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in full compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018, ensuring you can engage with our ministry with confidence and peace of mind.
Global Mandate Church is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all members, visitors, volunteers, employees, and partners. We take our responsibilities under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 seriously and ensure that all personal data is handled lawfully, fairly, and transparently.
Global Mandate Church acts as the Data Controller for the personal data we collect and process.
Contact Details:
Global Mandate Church
Website: www.globalmandateministeries.org
Email: info@globalmandateministeries.org
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
  •  Names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses
  •  Membership and attendance records
  •  Volunteer and leadership information
  •  Prayer requests and pastoral care information (handled with strict confidentiality)
  •  Safeguarding-related information where legally required
  •  Financial information relating to donations and gift aid
  •  Images, audio, and video recordings from church services and events
Personal data is processed only for legitimate church purposes, including:
• Church administration and communication
• Pastoral care and prayer support
• Event organisation and ministry activities
• Safeguarding and legal compliance
• Financial administration and Gift Aid claims
• Media and communications (with consent where required)
We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:
• Consent
• Legitimate interests of the church
• Legal obligation
• Vital interests
• Performance of a contract
Special category data (such as health or pastoral information) is processed with explicit consent or where legally permitted.
Global Mandate Church does not sell personal data. Data may be shared only where necessary with:
• HMRC (for Gift Aid purposes)
• Regulatory or safeguarding authorities
• Trusted service providers who support church operations and comply with data protection laws
All third parties are required to maintain appropriate security and confidentiality.
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. Access to data is restricted to authorised individuals only.
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil its purpose or to meet legal and regulatory requirements. When no longer required, data is securely deleted or destroyed.
Under UK GDPR, individuals have the right to:
• Access their personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request erasure of data (where applicable)
• Restrict or object to processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time
Requests can be made by contacting the church using the details above.
Services and events may be recorded or photographed for ministry and communication purposes. Clear notices will be displayed, and consent will be obtained where required. Individuals may request not to appear in recordings.
If you are concerned about how your personal data is handled, you may contact Global Mandate Church directly. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
Website: www.ico.org.uk
This Data Protection Policy Statement will be reviewed regularly to ensure ongoing compliance with data protection legislation and best practice.
Approved by: Global Mandate Ministries Leadership
Last reviewed: 16-12-2025