Henry C. Fish (January 27, 1820 – October 2, 1877) was an American preacher and pastor whose ministry within the Baptist tradition spanned over three decades, emphasizing powerful preaching and spiritual revival. Born in Halifax, Vermont, to Simeon Fish and Lucy Lewis, he grew up in a modest family that moved to Massachusetts during his youth. Initially pursuing a career in education, he taught for two years before enrolling at Union Theological Seminary in New York, graduating in 1845 and being ordained the following day as pastor of the Baptist Church in Somerville, New Jersey. Fish’s preaching career gained prominence when he took the pastorate of First Baptist Church in Newark, New Jersey, in 1851, serving until 1877 with a reputation for eloquent and impactful sermons that drew large congregations. Recognized for his intellectual depth, he received an honorary Doctor of Divinity from the University of Rochester in 1858. During the Civil War, he staunchly supported the Union, integrating patriotic themes into his preaching—draping the American flag over his pulpit and leading national anthems in services. Drafted into military service in 1864, he prepared to serve but was ultimately exempted. A prolific writer, he authored works like Power in the Pulpit (1854) and Primitive Piety Revived (1855), advocating for fervent, Spirit-led preaching. Married to Mary Ann Ballantine in 1845, with whom he had six children—four surviving to adulthood—he passed away at age 57 in Newark, New Jersey.