LEADERSHIP

Elder Isaiah May

Elder Isaiah May is a results-driven professional and dedicated spiritual leader with nearly 30 years of experience in corporate management and ministry. Currently serving as a Community Outreach Manager in the funeral industry, Elder May uniquely intertwines his professional expertise with his spiritual purpose, providing profound counsel and words of comfort to families during their time of bereavement.

Ministerial Leadership & Academic Excellence

Elder May’s commitment to the Word of God is defined by a lifelong devotion to the church. He answered his call to ministry on June 12, 2000, and was later licensed as a Minister in April 2022. He reached a significant milestone on June 16, 2022, when he was Ordained as an Elder in the Church of God in Christ (COGIC). His ministerial foundation is supported by academic distinction; he is a graduate of the L.E. Dillard School of Ministry, where he excelled by graduating in the top 5 of his class. He currently serves as The Pastor of City Gate Ministries, where he continues to share his passion for the Gospel.

Corporate Management & Expertise

With 29 years of experience as a Marketing Operation Manager and leader, Elder May has a proven track record of mentoring high-performing sales and operational departments. He is recognized for his ability to lead complex teams, coordinate innovations, and resolve organizational challenges through detailed analysis and intelligent solutions. His professional background also includes studies in Business Administration.

Personal Life

Elder May is a devoted husband to Mrs. Erica Ashley May. He is a proud, nurturing father and grandfather who finds his greatest joy in spending time with his family. His life and ministry are guided by the promise found in his favorite passage of scriptures, Lamentations 3:22-25.

"It is of the LORD's mercies that we are not consumed, Because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: Great is thy faithfulness. The LORD is my portion, saith my soul; Therefore will I hope in him. The LORD is good unto them that wait for him, To the soul that seeketh him." - Lamentations 3:22-25

Next Steps

Your journey with God and our community starts here.

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How to Grow With Us

Whether you are new to faith or looking for a church home, we want to walk alongside you. Here are the best ways to get involved at City Gate Ministries.

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Visit a Service

The best way to experience our community is to join us for worship. We gather every Sunday morning at 10:00 AM and Wednesday evenings at 6:30 PM. Come exactly as you are.

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Reach Out

Don't navigate life alone. Fill out a connection card online or in person so our team can get to know you, pray for you, and keep you updated on upcoming events.

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Connect with Leadership

Spiritual growth happens in relationship. Schedule a time to talk with Elder Isaiah May or one of our leaders to discuss your spiritual journey, ask questions, and find your place here.

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Get Involved

From volunteering during services, there is a place for your gifts. Discover your purpose by serving others and growing in your faith. Click the button below to learn more.

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Our Foundation

What We Believe

Our faith is rooted in the unchanging truth of God's Word. Here are the core beliefs that guide our church, our teaching, and our lives.

The Word of God

We believe the Bible to be the inspired and only infallible written Word of God.

The Trinity

We believe that there is only One God, eternally existent in three persons: God the Father, God the Son and, God the Holy Spirit.

The Blessed Hope

We believe in the blessed Hope, which is the rapture of the Church of God, which is in Christ, at His return.

Cleansing from Sin

We believe that the only means of being cleansed from sin is through repentance and faith in the precious Blood of Jesus Christ.

Redemption

We believe that regeneration by the Holy Ghost is absolutely essential for personal salvation.

Healing

We believe that the redemptive work of Christ on the Cross provides healing for the human body in answer to believing prayer.

Baptism of the Holy Spirit

We believe that the Baptism of the Holy Spirit, according to Acts 2:4, is given to believers who ask for it.

Sanctification

We believe in the sanctifying power of the Holy Spirit, by whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a holy and separated life in the present world.

"And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance." - Acts 2:4