Jarvis Emill-Holmes Bridges
April 27, 1966 ~ February 21, 2023
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“To everything there is a season and a time. . .” Ecclesiastes 3:1
Jarvis “Emill” was born April 27, 1966 in Fort Valley, Georgia to a loving mother, Emily Holmes Bridges Strong, Emill was loving and outgoing as a young child, he was the youngest of three.
When I was a child. . . “1st Corinthians 13:11
Emill Received Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at a young age, He attended Sunday School and church service at Central Union Baptist church in Fort Valley, Ga. There is were Emill discovered his love, desire, and passion for singing he joined the choir and sung every first Sunday.
Emill received his education with the Peach County School System in Fort Valley, Georgia. He graduated from Peach County High School in 1984. Throughout Jarvis’ school days he made a lifelong friendship with Jimmy Dugger and Jonny Barret the “Three J’s. He enlisted in the United States Army Following high school. After serving his stint in the army he moved back to Fort Valley to attend Fort Valley State University. Emill worked for several years as a Pharmacist Technician at Grady Memorial Hospital from the mid-90s to early 2000’s.
Present your body a living sacrifice. . . Romans 12:1
God planted the seed of ministry for Emill and as he grew so did his love for God. In the early 90’s while attending The Kingdom of God International Ministries of College park, Ga (Pastor Warren L Henry Sr) Emill Sung in the choir and later became an ordained Minister in 1997 after his trial sermon. Around 2001 Emill attended Believers Bible Christian Church of Atlanta (Pastor Theo McNair) there he ministered through song his first solo concert for “Alright Now and Send the Rain” albums. There is no doubt that every time Emill sung he did it from his heart! He knew His gift and it made room for him and opened so many doors. Emill was a part of Morris Cerullo World Evangelism Praise team where he sung with many great men and women of God for over 20+ years. August 8Th 2021 Emill was elected senior pastor of Summit Baptist Church in Coventry Rhode Island.
Emill has recorded numerous gospel CDs, many of which are songs he wrote. His ministry teaches that praise and worship is not just a song or an act, but true
praise and worship is a lifestyle, one in which he lived. He also authored a book entitled, “True Praise True Worshiper”.
Jarvis Emill Bridges touched the lives of many he encountered in person and through his music. He didn’t shy away from ministering on the streets ( piccadilly, Ryans, HBCU homecomings, Football classics, Walmart and more.
“The time of departure is at hand . . .” John 13:1T
Tuesday afternoon, February 21st he entered eternal rest surrounded by his loving wife and daughters. “I’ve fought a good fight, I’ve finished my course, I have kept the faith.” II Timothy 4:6,7
“Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.” Mathew 5:4
Emill was preceded in death by his son, Christopher Pollard and mother, Emily B.H. Strong and Stepfather Eddie Strong. He leaves to cherish his memories his loving and dedicated wife, Sharon E. Bridges; His Children JaBryan Bridges (Fort Valley), Javaris Bridges (Atlanta), Jessica and Javaria Bridges (Atlanta), TiNya Dozier (Queenstown, MD), Jonathon Grot (Amsterdam. Netherlands) Stepchildren Preston Wilson, Terence Rice II (Heather), Marlon McKenzie (Selcan). Shevon McKenzie. Shannon McKenzie (Brianna) and Julius Matchett. Grandchildren: Jatavia, Saje, Jared, Ryanne, Zykerria, Eli, Colton, Caiden, Corey, Cameron, Maliya, Alayah and Byson. Siblings: Velda Williams ( Kathleen, Ga), Petre Bridges (Tuskegee, AL) step brother Eddie Strong (Fort Valley, Ga)
Two devoted cousins, Marcia Armstrong, Fort Valley, GA, Corliss(Milton) Simmons, Augusta, GA: A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and the Class of 1984.
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Daddy love you and miss you! Now you singing on the heavenly praise Team! I’ll always be you baby girl!
My condolences to his children and family, thank you for sharing evangelist Emill Bridges with the world. He touch so many lives on his journey, Well done my good Faithful servant. You will be missed by many 💔💔💔😇😇
We give thanks to God for Evangelist E. Bridges and for all the wonderful songs that he shared with the congregation throughout many years at Purity Holiness Church of God in Birmingham Alabama, during Pentecostal Week and also our Northern Conventions held in Chicago. God anointed Evangelist to glorify HIM through song and preaching His Word. He truly blessed us and so many others. Some would often say, “God blessed Evangelist with an “extra pair of lungs.” Pastor Bridges will truly be missed. We send up prayers of comfort to Minister Sharon and the entire Bridges Family.
Yours in Christian Service,
Bishop Gregory Hill and the New Day Christian Center Family Chicago, Illinois
Q: How would you describe Jarvis to someone who had never met them?
A: Minister Emill Bridges was a lifesaver during COVID as he let the Lord guide him and lead him to praise and worship the Lord. I always watched his videos whenever or where ever he went live. Servant well done. He was a true warrior and mighty servant for God. We will miss waiting for him to go live. My deepest sympathy and prayers for his wife and family.
Leneria Edwards Athens Georgia
Q: How would you describe Jarvis to someone who had never met them?
A: A true Servant of God that’s what he is. When I first heard Pastor Bridges was during Covid, and oh how he lifted my spirits when I heard him singing and giving testimonies and witnessing for the Lord our God. I never got a chance to meet him in person, but what he put out has made a lasting impression on me. I send prayers and condolences to his Wife, Daughters, and the entire Bridges family. Well done thy good and Faithful Servant.
I have been dealing with the loss of my love one and it seem like I can’t get over cause his death happen all of a sudden. So last night I wanted to hear Emill so I go to you tube and I hear the news and all I could do was cry. I truly believe he was a faithful man of God and I’m hurting because I did not know. His singing always lifted me up and it warm my heart. I didn’t know that he was sick and have affected so many of us. I pray God will give his family the peace as this is hurting us all. Emeril was a rare gem and we have so many memories that I always cherish. Rest emeril your work here is done. We love and will miss you
Dear Family and Friends, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your loved one. I didn’t know Mr. Emil Bridge’s personally but through his singing and hymns He was blessed with a voice from God and I enjoyed hearing him sing. I don’t know what his journey was but I believe he was a God fearing man who loved the lord. I know he will be missed but now he can sing in heaven. May God bless you and comfort you. Barbara Griffith
Pastor Emil Worship songs help me through several Heals and recovery in the past three years. He was so Anointing! My Deepest condolences 💐 to his beloved wife and children. I pray that God comfort his entire family and church family , fans and friends in the Mighty Name of Jesus!
Fan of His Music-Annie Sypher-Heath
Emil you will truly be missed. I stumbled upon you on you tube and it was an everlasting love. Your worship music helped me as well as some in Hawaii whom I sent your video to during their sick time.
My condolences to the family I didn’t know that pastor Bridges have passed away I live in Kentucky and I had lost my way but I was looking on YouTube one day it came across pastor Bridges singing way maker I couldn’t stop listening to it and he was pastoring them it changed me I went and started going to church and I got baptized a year ago so he touched people and I’ll just there but if far away places and he helped me find my way back to God bless all your family and I know he’s watching over you all of you in heaven
I never met Minister Bridges, but I saw the video of “Waymaker” outside of his home in front of the garage. This was during the Pandemic. He blessed and continues to bless my soul. I don’t know his whole story, but I know from the depths of my spirit that part of his purpose was to minister to God’s true believers during the pandemic. Recently, he hit my spirit again, I knew I had to find the video again, this one, he was on the street near Target. The anointing on him is still helping me find my footing again. Today, I wanted to reach out to his family, just to let you know the impact he had on so many, specifically me. I grieve because the anointing is so strong and the world needs that kind of anointing in the earth right now. An anointed, true worshiper, intercessor. I know him in the spirit. I speak peace and love to his family.
Angela James, Birmingham, AL
Wow, wow, wow. This man blessed me profoundly with his singing ministry during COVID. I listened over and over and over and worshipped with him. I actually researched to find out who this man was. Ministering Angel of God now singing with the heavenly choir.
Condolences to all his family, from Jamaica 🇯🇲. He is tremendously missed
To Mr. Bridges dear wife, daughters, and family,
I had previously seen and viewed Emill’s videos on YouTube. However, earlier today (after a long while), I decided to listen to his video “Way Maker” that he sang from his garage, during the COVID pandemic. That video has been a blessing to me ever since I first saw it. I then started viewing several other of his videos. Then, the thought came to attempt to look him up online, and connect with him, perhaps even discuss a future concert or event….but then I saw the post about Mr. Bridges’ passing….
I am….don’t know know what to feel right now, actually.
I offer you my deep condolences….
Only heaven knows the extent, reach, and impact his music and his ministry has had…wow!! He, for sure, impacted this soul, even though we have never met. Just the sheer love, humility, sincerity, in his voice, as he sang, touched me (and so many others).
Saddened to (just) learn of his passing.
May the thought of his ministry still impacting thousands…bring you some amount of joy.
He accomplished what so many do not – he lived his life in such a way that it actually uplifted others/humanity.
God be praised!
I stumbled upon a video on YouTube of Mr Bridges singing in his driveway, I had heard the song before but his delivery of the song was so impactful to me.I had to find out who he was and I loved his street evangelism.I can not even explain how he touched my life and the life of those around me whom I shared the videos with.To the Bridges family we shed a tear with you and feel your loss.May the humble servant of God rest in eternal peace.I am from South Africa and wish I could write in my language to fully express my gratitude to the Bridges family for sharing him with us God bless you all.Zweli Khumalo
I was looking and he was singing in a park in lot at Walmart.It was so awesome that I saved it and today I still listen to him minister is more effective tidy as it was over 2 years ago.His ministry still lives on in the heart of some as myself that I never got to meet him in person ,but it is a spiritual acquaintance when God led me that day to find the Great man of God who truly loved God’s People everywhere.
I’ve watched this man of God videos over and over and decided to look him up online. What a powerful and anointed voice. Condolences to the family. Just know that his voice is still ministering to people today. God bless you Bridges family.
To: The Bridges Family, Church & Friends ~ I was not aware of his Ministry until today. I saw him singing in a video at Target. I was so touched by his voice, the boldness in Christ that I decided to check into more services, churches etc. only to discover he had gone on to be with the Lord. Please accept our sincere condolences. May he continue Resting in Heavenly Peace. God Bless! (Gwendolyn Amey & Family – California)
My cousin posted a video of Minister Bridges doing praise & worship in a shopping center parking lot. Needless to say, I was moved by his voice and how he spoke. I found his YouTube page and decided to look him up only to see that he is now with the Lord. I’m sending my deepest condolences 💐🕊️ to the family.
I too was touched profoundly by Emil’s gift- his voice, ministry of praise and worship, and his heart felt love for Christ. I looked for him only to find that he’s resting in the Third Heaven. My deepest condolences to the family. I share his ministry and it is still doing what God purposed for it to do through Emil. Blessings and Love, Cecelia Adams🙏🏽🕊️
I was Blessed seeing a video of him singing preaching and praying for people,it Blessed my soul, quickly sharing the video with friends,one of my friend told me he had passed.These words from a song,sang by Casting Crowns” And I-I-I,I don’t want to leave a legacy I don’t care if they remember me Only Jesus”I believe him preaching the word and singing the beautiful songs of worship,and praying for people,that truly stands out.A vessel used of God to Glorify The Almighty.Blessings to his Family.❤️
I did not know Emill personally, but I encountered him in the Target parking lot during the pandemic. He blessed my soul each time I heard him out there worshipping. I started to search for his music on YouTube and began following him online. To my disappointment and shock, I learned in late June 2023 that he had transitioned. I’m so blessed by the gifts he left in the earth. He still inspires me even now several years after his passing. I pray peace and blessings to his family and loved ones. I know he is up in heaven singing praises to the Lord. Keep singing Man of God!!!
Regina Singleton
December 2025