FAQ About Brandon Hatmaker and Jen Hatmaker
Why did Brandon and Jen Hatmaker divorce?
Jen Hatmaker has said Brandon Hatmaker’s affair led to the end of their 26-year marriage. In his recent Substack post, Brandon acknowledged the affair and said the marriage had been struggling for years before the divorce.
What did Brandon Hatmaker say about the affair?
Brandon Hatmaker said he takes full responsibility for the pain caused by the affair but wanted to provide additional “context” and clarify parts of the public narrative surrounding the divorce and memoir.
Is Brandon Hatmaker still a pastor?
No. Brandon Hatmaker said he stepped down from church staff in 2015 and preached his final sermon in 2017, several years before the affair took place.
What did Brandon Hatmaker say about Jen Hatmaker’s memoir?
Brandon said Jen Hatmaker “has every right to share her piece of the story” but added that he felt “some truths” and important distinctions were left out of the public conversation surrounding their divorce.
Who is Brandon Hatmaker married to now?
Brandon Hatmaker is married to Tina Hatmaker. He said the two did not meet until after divorce proceedings had already begun.
What did Brandon Hatmaker reveal about his mental health?
In his Sept. 22 Substack post, Brandon Hatmaker revealed he struggled with depression, hopelessness, and suicidal thoughts following the collapse of his marriage and during what he described as a deeply painful season of life.
What is Jen Hatmaker’s memoir “Awake” about?
Jen Hatmaker’s memoir “Awake” discusses her personal life, faith journey, divorce, healing process, and evolving relationship with Christianity and the church.
Did Brandon Hatmaker say he lost his faith?
No. Brandon said he did not lose his faith but felt he had “lost my anchor” during a difficult period of depression, trauma, and personal crisis.
