GMF joins the gospel music community in mourning the passing of Bishop Christopher Brinson, Sr., who transitioned November 13, 2025. He was 61.
In the 1990s, Bishop Brinson & The Ensemble’s “What If God Is Unhappy?” filled airwaves and churches while posing a poignant question.
Bishop Brinson served as executive board member and Bishop of Protocol of Visionaries In Covenant, Inc.
Homegoing services begin with a Legacy Musical Concert on Friday, December 5, at 7 PM, hosted at Phillips Chapel Baptist Church, 132 E. Glenn Avenue, Winston-Salem, NC 27105.
A Celebration of Life follows on Saturday, December 6, at 12 PM at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1075 Shalimar Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27107, with viewing from 11 AM to 12 PM.
Our condolences are extended to his family, friends, and co-laborers in the gospel.
Libra Nicole Boyd, PhD is a musician, award-winning author, gospel music aficionado, and the founder and editor of Gospel Music Fever™. Her commitment to journalistic integrity includes bringing you reliable gospel music content that uplifts and advances the art form. Libra is presently working on several scholarly projects about gospel music in the media as well as gospel music in social movements.