Biography of
Richard L. Lane
Born in Detroit, Michigan to Mary O. Alexander, retired Educator for the Highland Park School system and the Late Dick "Night Train" Lane; National Football League Hall of Fame Cornerback, Mr. Lane, Jr. attended Morehouse College in Atlanta Georgia and also served honorably for nearly six years in the United States Army Military Police Corps in numerous domestic and international locations.Richard L. Lane
As a convert to the Faith in April 19, 2003, it was in early 2005 when Mr. Lane was lead to begin proclaiming the Gospel as a Street Corner Evangelist, sharing the Word of God, passing out Bibles, Crosses and other Religious items. Since that time Mr. Lane has been featured on "Catholic Answers Live", Ave Maria Radio, Relevant Radio, Our Sunday Visitor, the National Catholic Reporter, Sports Review Magazine, as well as Eternal Word Television Network's (EWTN) the "Journey Home" with Marcus Grodi and is the Co-Founder of Catholic Men for Christ Men's Conference in St. Louis, Missouri which continues to draw thousands of men each year to hear the Powerful Message of the Gospel. Mr. Lane is one of the only African-American Catholic's in the United States on Catholic Radio, and is the Producer and Co-Host of Covenant Radio Network's "Evangelizing St. Louis" weekly radio show since 2006.
Being one of the most sought after Catholic Speakers in the United States Mr. Lane continues to evolve bringing the Fire of the Holy Spirit with him in all of his talks and Engagements not only to Catholic Churches, but also being invited to speak and preach in numerous Baptist, Methodist and Inter/Non- Denomination churches across the Country bringing True Witness of Christ in an ecumenical role.
In FULL TIME ministry, Mr. Lane is truly on the rise as one of the most dynamic Catholic Speakers and Revivalists around, conducting Parish Missions and Revivals across the Nation "Preaching, Teaching and Sharing the Word of God" in the TRUEST spirit of ecumenism, focusing on the importance of Evangelization and ministering to thousands who are lost and in search of something greater than themselves; Jesus Christ!
Biography of
Michael Franzese
Michael Franzese grew up as the son of the notorious underboss of New York's violent and feared Colombo crime family. At his most affluent, he generated an estimated $5 to $8 million per week from legal and illegal businesses. It was a life filled with power, luxury…and deadly violence.Michael Franzese
Just a few years ago, mafia boss, Michael Franzese was named one of the biggest money earners the mob had seen since Al Capone, by Vanity Fair. At the age of 35, Fortune Magazine listed him as number 18 on its list of the "Fifty Most Wealthy and Powerful Mafia Bosses", just 5 behind John Gotti. Avoiding traditional mob domains, Michael masterminded scams on the edge of the legitimate business world. From auto dealerships and union kickbacks, to financial services and the sports and entertainment industries, to a multi-billion dollar gasoline tax scheme, he earned millions in cash every week at his peak. Not surprisingly, Michael quickly became the target of Manhattan's famed federal prosecutor, Rudy Guiliani. After promising Michael 100 years behind bars after indicting him on racketeering charges, Rudy only came up empty handed. Escaping four more indictments, it seemed Michael Franzese truly was invincible.
Michael eventually pled guilty, accepted a 10 year prison sentence and vowed to do the unthinkable - walk away from the mob. Nobody of Franzese's rank had ever just walked away - and lived. Until now. Michael Franzese is the only high ranking official of a major crime family to ever walk away, without protective custodies, and survive.
He is now a man on a mission. Determined to use the compelling experiences of his former life for the benefit of corporate executives, professional and student athletes, at-risk youth, church audiences, and for anyone seeking the inspiration to beat the odds and make positive changes in their lives. He has become a highly regarded motivator and a source of invaluable information. Franzese candidly describes how he survived dozens of grand jury appearances, 5 major racketeering indictments, 5 criminal trials, 7 years in prison and a Mafia death sentence. You will be captivated by stories of his personal experiences in organized crime and genuinely affected by his powerful message, eye opening revelations and testimony.
