Start a Community (Youth) | Start a Community Now — Inspire Hope and Healing

What We Do

We form communities of young people who embody the love of God by witnessing each other vulnerably share their wounds, shortcomings, and sin that led to their unhealthy sexual behavior.

Students uncover why they do what they do and find healing that not only changes their behavior, but transforms them into Christ’s image.

We Form Communities of Hope, Healing, and Freedom

Recovery from sexual brokenness is the journey of deep formation that only happens in relationship with Christ and community. Freedom from shame and addiction is possible, and churches get to partner with Christ in making it available for their local communities.

Our Approach

We create trauma-informed, grace-based communities by establishing safety through leaders vulnerably and appropriately sharing their own story first.

We guide students through biblical principles to identify the false narratives subconsciously shaping their reality and the subsequent beliefs, thoughts, and feelings that lead to acting out.

Through this process, students develop emotional intelligence, a deeper relationship with God, and the ability to authentically connect with others like never before.

Our goal is holistic restoration—not only stopping unhealthy behavior, but uniting and strengthening entire family systems.

“Guard your heart with all diligence, for from it flow the springs of life.” — Proverbs 4:23

How to Start a 423 Next Community

Step 1: Onboarding & Training

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Recruit Volunteers
Prospective volunteers complete an application and begin the onboarding process with a 423 representative. Volunteers should be recruited in pairs, following the rule of three, with two trained adults present at every meeting.

Onboard Volunteers
Volunteers are vetted, background checked, and interviewed to confirm they are safe to support students in this sensitive subject matter.

Train Volunteers – Initial Training Includes:

Legal and Ethical Training (pre-recorded)
Mission and Vision of 423 Next Communities
- The three-fold problem
- The three-fold solution
How to share your story with students
Understanding your past
Cultivating vulnerability in an ethical way
How and when to disclose personal struggles
Understanding the addiction cycle and engaging students’ stories
Compassionate curiosity
Helping students find the “why”
How to facilitate group
Structure of group
Practicing Witnessing Community

Step 2: Promoting Group & Student Onboarding

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Announce the group using comprehensive promotional materials provided by 423 Next
Student sign-up (printed or digital) including name, age, contact info, and parent contact info
Parent permission is required for every student participant
Ongoing communication with 423 Next prior to launch
Students receive access to the 10-week Launch Curriculum
Parents gain access to the parent resource platform

Step 3: Begin Meeting

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Groups meet weekly for two hours.

Promotional Materials

Volunteer Application

What to Expect in a 423 Next Community

First Hour: Witnessing Community

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The first hour is spent sharing about the journey of the past week and reflecting on the “why” behind thoughts and behaviors.

Storywork practices include:

Engagement through attunement and active listening
Exploration of past experiences, relationships, and challenges
Extraction of patterns, emotional themes, and recurring struggles
Reflection through gentle feedback and curiosity

Weekly sharing helps participants:

Reflect on patterns and triggers
Notice what drives behavior
Receive insight from others
Practice humility, honesty, and confession

The Recovery Line framework includes:

Below the line: unhealthy and addictive behaviors
Slippery slope: warning signs and red flags
Above the line: healthy behaviors and spiritual practices

Second Hour: Formation & Tools

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The second hour is a time to equip participants with tools and resources for growth.

Includes:

The 10-week 423 Next Launch Curriculum
Ongoing curriculum and approved resources
Weekly homework discussion
Commitments to Change
Story Map sharing every 6–8 weeks
Access to workbooks, webinars, and workshops

Parent Consent Form

This Is Where Healing Begins

Freedom from shame and addiction is possible. We’re honored to walk with churches as they bring healing and restoration to their local communities.

Sample the Curriculum

Schedule a Meeting to Start

We have taken the time and effort to create an extensive Legal and Ethical Policy to protect our students and volunteers.

Talking through sexual brokenness and addiction is complex, but there is a way forward. We’ve done the heavy lifting and make safety for all parties paramount.

Partnership Agreement

Review It Here

The Legal Policy & Code of Conduct