Heather Veitch (born on March 7, 1974) is an American Christian missionary who worked previously as a

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but now seeks to help women working in

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s leave the

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. She is the founder of the

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, based out of

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. Veitch is a frequent speaker, working with both secular and religious audiences throughout the United States. Her expertise and knowledge in reaching out to women working in strip clubs has been utilized throughout the world by organizations seeking to develop like-minded ministries.

JC's Girls

JC's Girls is an international,

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that offers spiritual support to women working in the

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. Their primary focus includes visiting local strip clubs in order to extend an invitation to attend church. Their approach includes offering small gift packages along with ministry contact information. Additionally, the ministry participates in the annual

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held in Las Vegas. The organization has set up an exhibitor booth during the convention, presenting a message to entertainers and patrons with the message: ''"There is nothing you have ever done that God would not forgive you for!"'' The organization has developed chapter ministries across the United States. These chapters include JCs Girls of

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; JCs Girls of

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; JCs Girls of Las Vegas; and JCs Girls of

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. In 2007, Veitch began partnering with

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of "Hookers for Jesus" on a joint media project entitled "Saving Sex City". However, the project was short lived and , Veitch and Lobert were no longer producing new episodes.

''Pussycat Preacher'' documentary

In 2007, Veitch's life and ministry were presented in a documentary. Directed by documentary filmmaker Bill Day, the film revealed the inside story of Veitch's life and her struggle to start a ministry for women in the sex industry. The film primarily focuses on Veitch, along with the team of Christian women who join her to become JC's Girls, and Pastor Matt Brown of Sandals Church in

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. The film highlights the pastor's efforts to support Veitch's endeavor, while facing opposition from his local congregation.

Private life

Veitch was born in

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but grew up in Muscoy,

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References

External links

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JC's Girls Ministry Website

The Pussycat Preacher

A Second Life After Sin

Ex-Stripper Spreads Gospel to Those in Sex Industry

Now they bare their souls to minister to others
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''Pussycat Preacher'' YouTube channel
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