Mob boss michael franzese had it allmoney, power, prestige. Youve got to get a plan, work it hard, work it smart, and surround yourself with people who know how to help you reach your goalspeople like michael franzese. Walk the streets with him and find out how and why he has done what no one else managed to doand live. Apr 08, 2020 michael franzese is a former mobster and caporegime of the famous crime family known as the colombo family. He had our congregation on the edge of their seats. Ill make you an offer you cant refuse by michael franzese 2012. Michael franzese grew up as the son of notorious underboss of new yorks violent and feared colombo crime family. Exmafia boss michael franzese on his biopic god the father. In the book, franzese discusses his criminal activities, life with his father, and meeting his second wife camille garcia. Michael franzese grew up as the son of the infamous underboss of new york s violent and feared colombo crime family. He has also written several other books including this thing of ours, and the good, the bad, and the forgiven. I read a smaller version of his life story but blood covenant goes way beyond. Michael franzese, the son of john sonny franzese, an underboss of the colombo crime family. Michael franzese books list of books by author michael franzese.
Michael franzese godfather to god the father leaders living. From the godfather to god the father by michael franzese august 15, 2014. Blood covenant is the incredible story of michael franzese. Find out how and why michael did what no one else managed to doand live. The story of his conversion is a testament of gods willingness to reach into the heart of any man regardless of their past or the present condition of their lives. His book is a quick read it keeps you engaged and turning every page, not wanting to put it down. Michael speaks eloquently of the love he shared with his notorious father but honestly expresses his frustration with. He quickly climbed the ranks to become one of the most notorious mob bosses of the 80s. But i think all this becoming a man of faith is nonsense and is just a front to whitewash his past.
Michael franzese born may 27, 1951 is an american former new york mobster and. Blood covenant by michael franzese, signed abebooks. Complete product set 3 books, 1 audiobook, and 1 dvd. Michael franzese christian speaker former mob captain. Michael franzese grew up as the son of the infamous underboss of new yorks violent and. He was studying to be a doctor at hofstra university. Michael franzese born may 27, 1951 is an american former new york mobster and caporegime of the colombo crime family, and son of former underboss john franzese. From the godfather to god the father by michael franzese. Michael franzese biography facts, childhood, family life. What does michael franzese bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book. God the father official trailer 2014 michael franzese. Blood covenant by michael franzese goodreads share book. Michael franzese also backed up his father on another longstanding dispute hes had with the federal prison system over the years his age. God the father official trailer 2014 for the michael franzese documentary directed by simon fellows.
Michael franzese, former mob boss for the colombo crime family in new york, is a wellknown motivational speaker. Michael franzese born may 27, 1951 is a former new york mobster and caporegime of the colombo crime family who was heavily involved in the gasoline tax rackets within the colombo crime family in the 1980s. Mafia wife, husband, delivered from the life, corine gatti. The michael franzese story audiobook by michael franzese. The next part is redemption and transformation when michael meets with jesus and gives over control of his life to god. The nook book ebook of the ill make you an offer you cant refuse. Franzese is the son of john sonny franzese, who at 101, is the oldest living mafioso and has spent approximately half his life incarcerated. Excolombo crime family captain and christian motivational speaker michael franzese recently spoke with cp voice regarding his new autobiographical film god the father, and the possibility of preaching the gospel to mobsters he had worked with. Now, in one of the most fascinating books ever written about todays mafia, michael franzese reveals the answers to the many mysteries surrounding his incredible life. Mlb star darryl strawberry, former mafia member michael franzese and more share about the impact their fathers made on their lives in the new book, search thats my dad book offers look at the fathers behind celebrities like darryl strawberry, michael franzese interview. In this webcast, from speaker and bestselling author michael franzese shares a fathers day message in our sunday morning series at harvest christian fellowship michael franzese grew up in new yorks violent and feared mafia underworld, the. Michael franzese untold stories of the mafia youtube. Inside the american mob, a sixpart series released by the national geographic channel in june 20, includes the story of michaels rise in the mafia hierarchy.
Community church, the good, the bad and the forgiven. God, and only god, couldve changed this mob boss life around and let him live to tell about it. Michael franzese is an extremely charismatic guy and it is obvious from his interviews and his reputation as a serious earner in the mob that he is very smart. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Michael franzese is the only high ranking official of a major crime family to. Jan 01, 2003 not the first time i heard him speak but he always is a great father s day speaker. The story he shares is that of a man who seemed to have everything the world could offer then traded it all for a new lease on life.
Then an innocent young woman walked into his lifeher beauty captivated him, her faith in god brought him home. Michael franzese biography facts, childhood, family life, crime. Then an innocent young woman walked into his lifeher beauty captivated him, her faith in god brought. Son of a mob kingpin and heir apparent, michael franzese ranked number eighteen on fortunes fifty wealthiest mafia bosses. The michael franzese story signed by author by franzese, michael isbn. Excolombo crime family captain and christian motivational speaker michael franzese recently spoke with. God the father book church media outreach marketing. Michael franzese was the son of the legendary sonny franzese, a kingpin in new yorks colombo crime family. From the godfather to god the father 2014, and blood covenant. The story of the mafia prince who publicly quit the mob and lived 432. Thats my dad book offers look at the fathers behind.
Today, michael is a christian, finding his own damascus road that began with his wife camille. Michael franzese is the only high ranking official of a major crime family to ever walk away, without protective custodies, and survive. But while filming a movie, he met, fell in love with, and married camille garcia. Blood covenant gives motivation to analyze information and is also useful when criticizing plots. Michael followed his father into organized crime in the early 1970s, quickly rising the ranks, making enormous amounts of money from such rackets as a gas bootlegging scheme, where he pocketed rather. I had the privilege to meet michael franzese in person and chat with him after his presentation. God the father takes us on the untold personal journey of michael franzese, a young and charismatic capo in the colombo crime family during the 1980s90s and whose notorious father, sonny franzese was also a renowned underboss. Michael franzese godfather to god the father leaders.
Michael franzese did not intend to participate in organized crime. I am deeply moved by this book and it has helped my relationship with god become wider and deeper. Jun 11, 2016 watch god the father online free putlocker. Hes 88, not 90, he told gang land, before adding a punch line based on the fact that while growing up, he believed he was franzeses stepson, and learned only after writing a book about his life that.
When michaels father was sent to prison, he left school to try to help win his dads freedom, and joined the life. Michael franzese born may 27, 1951 is an american former new york mobster and caporegime of the colombo crime family. If you havent heard his story, you owe it to yourself to read this booklet, and then get his book and video. Mafia wife, husband, delivered from the life, corine. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. From the godfather to god the father by michael franzese august 15,2014. Michael franzese christian speaker former mob captain of the. Not the first time i heard him speak but he always is a great fathers day speaker. After 10 years in prison, this former prince of the mafia is now a man on a mission for the king of kings. Jun 16, 2019 in this webcast, from speaker and bestselling author michael franzese shares a fathers day message in our sunday morning series at harvest christian fellowship. The story of his conversion is a testament of gods willingness to reach into the heart of any man regardless of their past or the present condition of. Devouring its contents, michael found parallels between the good books teachings and. Oct 21, 2014 god the father official trailer 2014 for the michael franzese documentary directed by simon fellows. Michael franzese is a former mobster and caporegime of the famous crime family known as the colombo family.
Franzese is a highranking mafia member who quit the mob, subject of the biopic god the father, and author of an earlier autobiography quitting the mob. God the father movie a documentary feature film that tells the story of michael franzese through interviews, news footage, music, dance. Michael franzese said that although cammy was a devoutly christian woman, his plan to marry her had nothing to do with god, and that he married her to serve himself, not to serve god. Michael pled guilty, accepted a 10 year prison sentence and vowed to do the unthinkable walk away from the mob. His autobiography, blood covenant, michael reveals answers to many mysteries surrounding his incredible journey his criminal activities, life with his father and interactions with former gambino crime family boss john gotti. Dec 31, 2002 i had the privilege to meet michael franzese in person and chat with him after his presentation. Ill make you an offer you cant refuse by michael franzese 20120203 01jan1727. This is a true story about mafia, money, love, loyalty and god. Michael franzese, the son of john sonny franzese, an underboss of the colombo crime family, recounts.
God the father represents a play on words from the american mafia classic the godfather. Mafia wife, husband, delivered from the life cammy franzese is married to michael franzese, an exhighranking member of the colombo crime family syndicate of new york. The michael franzese story, and the good, the bad and the forgiven, and more on. We deliver the joy of reading in 100% recyclable packaging with free standard shipping on us. After serving roughly 10 years in prison from the mid 1980s to mid 1990s, he publicly renounced organized crime, became a devoted christian, created a foundation for helping youth, and. We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Michael franzese christian speaker former mob captain of. Michael franzese books list of books by author michael. See all books authored by michael franzese, including blood covenant. Michael franzese grew up as the son of the notorious underboss of new york s violent and feared colombo crime family.
At the height of his power in the mafia, michael franzese used his wits and charm to keep the likes of john gotti from moving in on his turf as he became on of the richest mobsters in the country. Michael franzese a mobster raking in millions for the crime syndicate seemed an unlikely candidate for gods grace. His wife for believing in him and giving him so much support to get out of the life. See more of michael franzese ministries on facebook. Michael franzese, the son of john sonny franzese, an underboss of the colombo crime family, recounts his spiritual transformation. Come along on michael s journey from the mob to prison to a brave. Current speaker, author, tv and film personality michael franzese is the only high ranking official of a major crime family to ever walk away, without protective custodies, and survive.
His father is john sonny franzese, a former underboss in the colombo family. Franzese summed it up, from godfather to god the father i saw michael franzese at grace family church in october and his testimony for christ was so compelling i went out a bought a few copies to send to prisoners that i do legal advocate work for. Michael is a great speaker and has a very compelling story. He now is involved in trying to prevent young men from following a life of crime. May 17, 2007 michael franzese also backed up his father on another longstanding dispute hes had with the federal prison system over the years his age. Michael franzese grew up as the son of the notorious underboss of new yorks violent and feared colombo crime family. During his time in prison, michael discovered the bible. Today, michael franzese is a new man using his past experiences as a powerful tool for helping those who may be vulnerable to the same pitfalls he faced. Intelligent, handsome and ambitious, he quickly rose within the ranks of organized crime.
A documentary titled god the father, which was released on october 31, 2014, recounts the spiritual transformation of michael franzese. He got into organized crime in 1967 after his father john franzese was sentenced to a 50 years imprisonment, and michael had to make money for his family. With tom benedict knight, amanda fernando stevens, robert ashby, thomas l. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Michael franzese is a former new york mobster and caporegime of the colombo crime family who was heavily involved in the gasoline tax rackets within the colombo crime family in the 1980s. I would highly recommend having michael franzese be a part of your church service or special event. Exmafia boss michael franzese on his biopic god the. It was a life filled with power, luxuryand deadly violence.
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