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J3149Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Bishop Gates' Legacy

Official title

“Mourning the death of His Grace Bishop David B. Gates II, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community”

Sponsor Kevin S. ParkerSD-21
Status
Adopted
Impact
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution mourns the death of Bishop David B. Gates II and honors his significant contributions to his community.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights Bishop Gates II’s dual impact as both a faith leader and public servant. , emphasizing his role as President of the Hempstead Board of Education and Senior Pastor, which demonstrates the intersection of religious leadership and community service.

  2. Acknowledges a wide range of community initiatives led by Bishop Gates II. , from youth ministries to food pantries and holiday drives, signaling the practical and sustained ways he improved quality of life for local residents.

  3. Serves as public recognition of the value of civic and religious leadership. , reinforcing the importance of such roles in shaping and uplifting communities—potentially inspiring others to pursue similar paths of service.

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Honor Bishop Gates' Legacy

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kevin S. Parker

Senator · Senate District 21

Chair, Energy And Telecommunications

No co-sponsors yet.

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

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Senate Resolution No. 3149 BY: Senator PARKER MOURNING the death of His Grace Bishop David B. Gates II, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to citizens of the State of New… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 3149 BY: Senator PARKER MOURNING the death of His Grace Bishop David B. Gates II, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to citizens of the State of New York whose lifework and civic endeavor served to enhance the quality of life in their communities and the great State of New York; and WHEREAS, Bishop David B. Gates II, President of the Hempstead Board of Education and Senior Pastor of The Cathedral at Miracle Christian Center in Hempstead, died on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, at the age of

56; and WHEREAS, Bishop David B. Gates II held many degrees, including: Doctorate in Sacred Theology, United Christian College, New York, New York; Master's in Religious Education and Theology, United Christian College, New York, New York; Bachelor's in… Show all

56; and WHEREAS, Bishop David B. Gates II held many degrees, including: Doctorate in Sacred Theology, United Christian College, New York, New York; Master's in Religious Education and Theology, United Christian College, New York, New York; Bachelor's in Religious Education, OMK Religious Institute, COGIC, Freeport, New York; and a Bachelor of Science, Lincoln University, Lincoln, Pennsylvania; in addition, he earned a Certificate in Counseling from the Refuge Bible Institute; and WHEREAS, He distinguished himself in his profession and by his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of his community; and WHEREAS, Known in the faith-based community as a Generational Leader, Bishop David B. Gates II was an establishmentarian who served pastor's, leaders, organizations and local communities for over five decades; and WHEREAS, His spiritual excellence and savvy business acumen propelled him from Church Administrator and Elder to Assistant Pastor on

August 8, 2004; then, on March 14, 2009, he was installed to the office of Senior Pastor of Miracle Christian Center; and WHEREAS, His faithful service was honored, and his elevation was evident; he was consecrated a Prince in The Lord's church on October 5,

2013; and WHEREAS, Bishop David B. Gates II's commitment to excellence, and his spirit of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including charitable and civic endeavors; and WHEREAS, Dedicated to his community, Bishop David B. Gates II was… Show all

2013; and WHEREAS, Bishop David B. Gates II's commitment to excellence, and his spirit of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including charitable and civic endeavors; and WHEREAS, Dedicated to his community, Bishop David B. Gates II was instrumental in the success of many projects which truly benefitted many, such as: the Annual Dream Big Back to School Rally, Annual Community Outreach Day, Miracle Christian Center Food Pantry-Ministry, Annual Giving Thanks Drive; Annual Joy of Giving Christmas Drive, MY & MY 25+ Young and Young Adult Youth Ministries, and Grief Share, to name a few; and WHEREAS, Bishop David B. Gates II is survived by his Mother Apostle-Designate Phyllis Young; his sister, Dr. Jacqueline R. Gates; and two nieces, Brittney and Ashley; as well as one nephew, Jeremiah; and WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of compassion, Bishop David B. Gates II leaves behind a legacy which will long endure the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory to all he served and befriended; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to mourn the death of His Grace Bishop David B. Gates II, and to express its deepest condolences to his family; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the family of Bishop David B. Gates II.

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