Welcome to Gates of Faith Ministries

Kingdom Alignment​

2026
(Matthew 16:18-19) ​
about us

Gates of Faith Ministries exists to Build Biblical faith for successful living in your family, finances, and future through the favor of GOD

Led by Superintendent J. Kyle Nicholson and Missionary Kesha Nicholson, Gates of Faith Ministries is a Church of God in Christ congregation on Castlewood Road in Richmond. We gather Sundays for Sunday School at 9:00 AM and Morning Worship at 10:15 AM, and Wednesdays for Bible Study at 7:00 PM. Whether you’re exploring faith for the first time or looking for a church home, you’ll find practical Biblical teaching, Spirit-filled worship, and a family ready to welcome you.

Missions and Evangelism
Spreading the Gospel through service and outreach worldwide.
Ministry in Music
Using music to inspire worship and deepen faith in God.
Youth Ministry
Empowering youth to grow in faith and community.
Come join us

Whether you’re new to church, returning after time away, or seeking a new spiritual home, there’s a place for you here.

Events

Don’t miss out—check out our upcoming events and see what makes The Gates a place where everyone belongs.

Nov 8, 2026 · 1:00 PM

Praise Dance Ministry Workshop

The Dance Ministry hosts a Women Perfecting Women, Youth, and Young Adult workshop Sunday at 1:00 PM at GOFM. Open to all. Wear comfortable clothes and socks to dance!

Nov 14, 2026 · 11:00 AM

Wings and the Word

GOFM’s Young Adult Experience invites you to free wings and snacks, fellowship, cash prizes, and a deeper dive into God’s Word, Saturday at 11:00 AM at CNTR, 318 W. Broad St.

November 2026

Life & Learning Groups

Teens Walk Group every Saturday at 8:00 AM, Black Farmers Market Nov 8 and 22, MPM axe throwing Nov 13, Richmond Night Market Nov 14, and Marcus Wiley at the Funny Bone Nov 20–21.

Community impact
Join us as we work together and transform lives through service and outreach.
Community Events
Oct 17 – Street Renaming Ceremony
Oct 18 – Third Pastoral Anniversary Celebration
Oct 21 – Men’s Night: Meadowbrook vs. Dinwiddie
Oct 31 – Singles Worth the Wait Breakfast
Nov 13-14 – One Flesh Weekend (Prom and Workshop)
Nov 21 – GOFM Community Day
Dec 11 – YAE Paint Night
Our COGIC Family
Want to make a difference?

At Gates of Faith Ministries, we practice tithing and offerings for the support of Christ’s Body, the church.