My Story
Hi there! My name is Jara Douse, and I have the joy of serving as the Women’s Coordinator with 423 Communities.
I grew up in church but in an environment that valued appearances over genuine relationship with God. Conversations about faith, emotions, and sexuality were avoided, leaving me confused and searching for answers on my own. When I was 12, I was shown pornography from a friend, which led to a 7 year long struggle with addiction, shame, and a distorted view of love and worth.
Six years ago, I began to pursue a real relationship with Jesus for the first time. I began walking in true freedom and healing through recovery. Through that journey, He transformed my heart and gave me a passion to walk alongside other women facing similar struggles.
You can hear my full testimony below:
A little more about me
I’ve lived in Oklahoma my whole life, and I’ve been married to my best friend, Richard, for four years. We share life with my joyful five-year-old stepson, who fills our home with laughter and endless adventures, and our playful border collie, Koda Bear. When I’m not meeting with women or leading groups, you can usually find me doing something creative—painting, crocheting, or planning fun get-togethers with our friends.
Ministry Mission
At 423 Women, our mission is to walk alongside women seeking healing from sexual brokenness- not only to break harmful patterns, but to rediscover the abundant life found in Christ. We believe transformation happens in the context of Christ-centered community, where women can be fully known, deeply loved, and gently led toward freedom.
In our groups, women find:
Safe spaces to share their stories without fear or shame.
Biblical teaching that points to identity and hope in Christ.
Practical tools for walking in freedom and emotional health.
We address various forms of unwanted sexual behavior, including pornography addiction, masturbation, sex outside of marriage, and more—always through the lens of grace, truth, and discipleship.
Join the Mission
As a non-profit ministry, every bit of what we do is fueled by the generosity of people who believe in this work. My role as the Women’s Coordinator is almost entirely supported by individual donors who partner with me to see women set free and restored.
Since stepping into this role in early 2025, I’ve been building a team of monthly supporters who make this ministry possible. Together, we’ve already seen lives changed—and there’s still more to do!
CURRENT GIVING NEEDS
Total Monthly Goal: $2,250
Current Recurring: $979
Urgent Need: $1,000
- Only $21 more monthly to meet this need!
If have a heart for this mission, I’d love to invite you to pray about joining my support team-whether through a one-time gift or a recurring monthly donation. Every dollar helps provide a safe, Christ-centered space for women to find healing and hope.
Sponsor a Woman’s
Recovery journey
Sponsoring a woman not only covers her group participation—it gives her the resources, community, and care she needs to experience lasting transformation.
SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS
$35.25/month – Cover a woman’s monthly membership fee
$65 one-time gift – Provide a one-on-one coaching session
$423 one-time gift – Sponsor a woman’s healing for an entire year
$352.50 one-time gift – Launch a new recovery group for 10 women for one month
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