I would like a positive, spirit filled friendship

Hello there,

My name is Michael. I firstly share with you that I am a warrior for my lord and savior, Jesus Christ. The holy spirit guides me in all things (Proverbs 3: 5,6). I am a proud father, grandfather, uncle, and brother. I am heterosexual and of Anglo-Saxon/Norte descent.

In 2001, after my conviction of 1st degree murder, I landed in a “Gladiator University” at the notoriously violent maximin security prison- CSP Sac/New Folsom. In 2013, through god’s grace I survived those first 12 years in that coliseum and earned transfer to this minimum-security level facility (MCSP) where I have continued to develop through positive transformations.

Since my incarceration, I have immersed myself in numerous CDCR rehabilitative programs. In addition to all the reformation curriculum, I also graduated from the Urban Ministry Institute, earned licensing as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (California and international), achieved several AA degrees, became a certified GOGI coach, carried out the role as the Celebrate Recovery Ministry Leader, play and sing in the praise & worship band, explored art and learned to create (all pictures on this profile are my artwork) and am currently attending the “SUM” seminary program taught onsite.

I strive each day to be the best version of myself in Christ. I seek to help others find their own pathway out of spiritual and worldly darkness and into the light. I have deliberately avoided new acquaintances for over a decade growing in relationship with my lord, nourishing in this word, and gaining much needed insight. I am blessed with a loving family and close community ties both inside and outside these fences.

A computer search should reveal the 1st degree murder and associated LWOP sentencing. I am no longer that young man who lived absorb in the flesh/world (Romans 7:4-6). I am responsible and provide no excuse for my actions leading to the consequences I now live under.
To connect, please first pray and ask the holy spirit for guidance. It is my hope to impart spiritually encouraging sharing- find me on “Getting Out”.