Drawing from his own experiences of personal healing, Michael has counseled with hundreds of men, women, and families in his years of ministry. He was elected one of the Outstanding Young Men of America in 1988, is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors, and was certified as a Christian Counselor through the International Christian Institute (Houston, Texas). With a background in education (BS- Secondary Education) he has also been very involved in discipleship groups, testimonies, speaking engagements, and seminars locally, regionally, and nationally. His media exposure has included newspaper, magazines, radio, and television. Conversant in Spanish and French ( MA- Romance Languages), he has also ministered in England, France, French speaking Québec, Argentina, Venezuela, Mexico, and Spain.

Pastor Newman is not ashamed of the power of the gospel, and freely shares examples of God's grace and goodness in his own life. He also speaks powerfully on God's plan and design for sexuality. His challenge to his audiences is one of a deeper walk of obedience in commitment of all aspects of their lives to Jesus Christ.