Privacy Policy

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Welcome to The Living Water: A Journey of Renewal website (“we,” “our,” or “us”), operated by Scarpe Diem Media. We are committed to respecting your privacy and providing a safe, thoughtful experience as you engage with our faith-based devotional content, prayer reflections, and spiritual resources.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle your information when you visit our website or interact with our content. Our mission is rooted in trust, transparency, and integrity, and we take the responsibility of safeguarding your personal information seriously.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy and the practices described herein.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

When you choose to interact with our website or services, we may collect certain personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Contact Information: Name and email address (such as when you sign up for updates, submit a contact form, or request information)

  • User Submissions: Any reflections, prayer intentions, messages, or written responses you voluntarily share through forms or interactive features on the website

  • Preferences: Optional information you provide regarding devotional interests, reading progress, or content preferences

We collect only the information necessary to support your experience and to communicate with you respectfully.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically to help us understand how the site is used and to improve its performance, including:

  • Device and Browser Information: Browser type, operating system, and general device information

  • Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on the site, and general interaction patterns

  • Technical Data: Website performance metrics and error diagnostics

This information is collected in an aggregated and non-identifying manner whenever possible.

Optional Information

You may choose to provide additional information at your discretion, such as:

  • Email Preferences: Subscription choices for devotional updates, reflections, or announcements

  • Voluntary Engagement: Participation in optional feedback, surveys, or spiritual reflection prompts

You are never required to provide more information than is necessary to access the core content of the website.

Use of Your Personal Information

We use the personal information you choose to share with us solely to support your experience with The Living Water: A Journey of Renewal and to fulfill the spiritual and informational purposes of the website. Specifically, your information may be used to:

  • Provide and Maintain Services:
    To deliver access to devotional content, prayer reflections, and related resources you request or engage with.

  • Communicate With You:
    To respond to inquiries, send requested updates, devotional messages, or important information related to the website.

  • Personalize Your Experience:
    To remember your preferences, interests, or engagement history so that content may be presented in a meaningful and relevant way.

  • Improve Website Functionality:
    To understand how visitors interact with the site, allowing us to improve usability, content clarity, and overall performance.

  • Maintain Safety and Integrity:
    To protect against misuse, unauthorized access, or activities that could compromise the integrity of the website or its content.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. All information is handled with care, respect, and in a manner consistent with the faith-centered values of this ministry.

Sharing Information with Third Parties

We Do Not Sell Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing or commercial purposes. Your trust matters to us, and your information is treated with care and respect.

Limited Sharing

We may share information only in limited circumstances and solely as necessary to operate and maintain the website, including:

Service Providers

We may work with trusted third-party service providers to support the operation of the website, such as:

  • Website Hosting and Storage Services: Secure and encrypted hosting platforms

  • Analytics Services: Aggregated and anonymized data used only to understand website performance and visitor engagement

  • Email Communication Services: Used only to deliver updates or communications you have chosen to receive

All service providers are required to handle information responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy standards.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in good faith belief that such action is necessary to:

  • Comply with legal obligations, subpoenas, or court orders

  • Protect the rights, safety, or property of Scarpe Diem Media or others

  • Prevent fraud, misuse, or security threats

  • Respond to lawful legal processes or claims

Business Transfers

In the unlikely event of a merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets involving this website, user information may be transferred as part of that process. Should this occur, users will be notified of any material changes affecting personal data.

With Your Consent

We may share specific information when you have explicitly authorized us to do so.

Information We Never Share

We place special care on protecting personal and spiritual reflections. We will never share:

  • Private prayers, reflections, or written submissions intended for personal use

  • Personal messages shared in confidence

  • Contact information with other users without your explicit permission

Opt-Out of Disclosure of Personal Information

In connection with any personal information that may be disclosed to third parties for legitimate business or operational purposes, you have the right to request information regarding:

  • The categories of personal information disclosed for a business purpose

  • The general purposes for which such information was disclosed

In accordance with applicable privacy and data protection laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) where applicable, you may request to opt out of the disclosure of your personal information.

If you choose to exercise your opt-out rights, we will honor your request and refrain from disclosing your personal information, except where disclosure is required by law or where you later provide express authorization.

Requests may be submitted through the website’s available contact or request mechanisms. We will process and respond to verified requests within a reasonable timeframe in accordance with applicable law.

Right to Deletion

Subject to certain legal and operational exceptions, you have the right to request the deletion of your personal information. Upon receipt of a verifiable request, we will:

  • Delete your personal information from our records; and

  • Direct applicable service providers to delete your personal information from their records.

Exceptions

We may retain certain information where deletion is not permitted or required by law, including when such information is necessary to:

  • Provide services or content you have requested or that are reasonably anticipated within the context of our ongoing relationship

  • Maintain the security, integrity, and proper functioning of the website

  • Detect, prevent, or address fraud, misuse, or security incidents

  • Debug or repair errors that impair intended functionality

  • Exercise or protect rights related to free expression or other legal rights

  • Comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal obligations

  • Support internal uses that are reasonably aligned with your expectations based on your relationship with us

  • Use information in a lawful manner compatible with the purpose for which it was originally provided

How to Submit a Deletion Request

Deletion requests may be submitted through the website’s available account management or contact request mechanisms. We will take reasonable steps to verify your identity before processing such requests.

Verified deletion requests will be addressed within the timeframe required by applicable law.

Opt-Out & Unsubscribe from Communications

We respect your privacy and your right to control how you receive communications. You may choose to opt out of receiving non-essential messages or updates at any time.

If you have subscribed to receive devotional updates or announcements, you may unsubscribe using the options provided within those communications or through the website’s available preference management features.

We do not share your personal information with third-party partners for promotional communications. Any messages you receive from us are intended solely to support your experience with the website and its faith-based content.

 

Email Communications

From time to time, we may contact you to share updates related to devotional content, reflections, announcements, or other information relevant to The Living Water: A Journey of Renewal.

You may choose to stop receiving non-essential or promotional communications at any time by using the unsubscribe option provided within those messages or through the website’s available communication preference settings.

We respect your time and your inbox. Communications are sent thoughtfully and only when they serve the purpose of informing or supporting your experience with the website.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements.

When material changes are made, we will update this page and revise the effective date accordingly. In some cases, we may also provide a notice on the website to help make you aware of important updates.

Your continued use of the website after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acknowledgment of those changes and your agreement to be bound by the updated policy.

Contact Information

We welcome questions or comments regarding this Privacy Policy and our commitment to protecting your privacy.

If you believe that we have not adhered to this Privacy Policy or have questions about how your information is handled, you may contact us using the information below. We will make reasonable efforts to respond in a timely and respectful manner.

Contact Email: scarpman461@gmail.com
Effective Date: December 2, 2025