483 | Self Forgiveness and Grace | Reese and Wendy Crane

On this episode: Aaron and Justin are at the American Association of Christian Counselors Convention. They are surprised at the volume of men and women asking for info. The topic of prevention and early conversations in dating are also thrown around.This week, Nate and Aaron interview Reese & Wendy Crane. Reese a former minister and now the director of the gateway to freedom weekend. Wendy is a writer. While in ministry, Reese began to question his faith. He shares his story of being bullied, confusion in friendships, distance from parents, failed ministry, and burnout, and how all of that led to addiction and later recovery. Reese and Wendy share their story of an affair and later marriage. Wendy shares how she has experienced healing through writing books to share her story. Links: Wendy Crane Other Woman Ministries Be Broken - Gateway To FreedomBook: The Scandal of Virginia Grey, by: Wendy GreyNov 7-9, 2025 Santa Fe, NM Samson Summit Nov 7-9, 2025 The Wild & Sacred Journey, Womens RetreatIf you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society.For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House.   wendycrane.net Wendy Crane - Author Site Wendy Crane, Author of The Scandal of Virginia Grey (135 kB) https://wendycrane.net/     otherwomanministries.com Other Woman Ministries - Welcome to your safe place! Other Woman Ministries provides a safe space for "the other woman" to find support, hope, healing and freedom from the shame of infidelity. (653 kB) https://www.otherwomanministries.com/     Be Broken Gateway to Freedom 3-Day Intensive for Men | Be Broken Learn how to quit porn and overcome any unwanted sexual behaviors at our 3-Day Christian Intensive for Men. This is a grace-based, shame-free environment. (109 kB) https://www.bebroken.org/gateway-to-freedom     Samson House Store 2025 Samson Summit — Samson House Store Join us for an unforgettable weekend to explore your story, deepen your relationships, and live out your story as fully as God intended. When: November 7-9, 2025 Where: Camp Glorieta , a 2,400-acre campus located about 15 miles southeast of Santa Fe, New Mexico lodging available.