Ralph W. Sockman

Ralph Washington Sockman (1889–1970) was an American Presbyterian minister and radio preacher. He served for many years as pastor of Christ Church (Presbyterian) in New York City, where his preaching and public presence helped make him a widely recognized religious voice. Sockman became a prominent figure in mid-20th-century American religious broadcasting, reaching audiences beyond the pulpit through radio sermons and related media work. Known for combining pastoral concerns with accessible, public-facing communication, he contributed to the era’s expanding landscape of mass-media ministry. His career reflects the growing influence of broadcast preaching in American religious life during the 1900s.