Who is Gateway? Meet our team.

Patti Whitley-Miller grew up in a loving family that sang throughout Southern California from the time she was a small girl, and they faithfully continued to share their heartfelt music with diverse audiences until 2020. In addition to her strong family roots, Patti also worked with several Ministries and sang with various talented quartets across Southern California for several years, which helped establish her as a well-known and highly respected member of the West Coast Gospel Music community. We are truly thrilled and honored to have Patti as a vital part of this Ministry, and we deeply appreciate her meaningful contributions both behind the scenes and on the platform, enriching our mission to spread uplifting, salvation-centered messages through music.

Pam Hunter-Layne began her singing journey in her teenage years, growing up in Southern California. When her father’s renowned quartet, The Crownsmen, found themselves in need of a singer, she initially stepped in as a temporary replacement but quickly impressed everyone and secured her place as a permanent member. Deeply cherished within the Gospel Music community, she achieved remarkable recognition by winning the 1979 Western States Quartet Convention’s “Favorite Male Tenor Award” — an extraordinary honor, especially considering she was female. This award stands as a powerful testament to her exceptional and undeniable vocal talent.

Kevin Bailey began his musical journey at the young age of 12, playing trombone weekly in the church orchestra as well as in school ensembles. By the time he graduated from high school, he was regularly performing with various bands and orchestras throughout Southern California, gaining valuable experience and exposure. In July 1981, he started traveling in a music ministry as a bass player, and within just a few weeks, the group informed him that he would also take on the role of singing baritone. Since that time, he has worked with several Music Ministries and travelled throughout the United States Singing Gospel Music.

In 2017, Kevin founded Gateway Music Ministry and still collaborates with several other ministries, including a well-known quartet out of Texas. In 2018, he launched the Network Of Christian Artists to provide mentorship and support to emerging artists, helping them grow both in their ministry work and their musical performances. Kevin and his wife, Kim, faithfully lead the ministry from Hemet, CA, nurturing a welcoming community focused on spreading the message of salvation through music.

The history of our members spans several meaningful decades, reflecting a rich journey of dedication, growth,
and shared passion for music and ministry.