Otis Moss Iii

About the Author

Otis Moss III is a distinguished theologian, pastor, and public intellectual whose work bridges the worlds of faith, culture, and social justice. Serving as senior pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago, he draws from a rich legacy of Black preaching traditions to address contemporary challenges. In his acclaimed book Blue Note Preaching in a Post-Soul World: Finding Hope in an Age of Despair, Moss explores how the improvisational spirit of jazz can infuse sermons with resilience and hope amid modern disillusionment. A sought-after speaker and educator, he has influenced generations through his dynamic oratory and writings that blend spiritual insight with cultural critique, inspiring readers to navigate despair with audacious faith.