Fr. Scott Bailey
Catholic Priest
Education
- Masters of Divinity, St. John Vianney Theological Seminary
- Bachelor of Sacred Theology (S.T.B.), Lateran University
- BA, Philosophy, Regis University
Professional Achievements
- Featured presenter in several videos produced by The Augustine Institute and on Relevant Radio's program "The Inner Life"
- Leader of many spiritual retreats
- Regular article contributor to "The Denver Catholic"
- Served as the chaplain to St. Raphael's Counseling in Denver
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Spirituality is often understood as an individual search for meaning and connection to something greater than yourself. As a personal experience, it often involves deep thinking, meditation, wonder at the world around us, and a search for meaning in life. For many people, spirituality is about having a relationship with God through a personal prayer life.
From the perspective of Christians and many other religious people, religion and spirituality are interconnected: religion can provide a helpful framework for spiritual growth, while spirituality gives life to religious practice. For that reason, many religious people may say that they are "spiritual AND religious." But non-religious people may say that they are “spiritual but not religious”, meaning that they have some spiritual practice in their life but do not belong to any particular church/religion/organization.
Co-authored Articles (21)
Lutheranism vs. Roman Catholicism: Similarities & Differences
Plus, explore the founding of both Christian sects and why they splitLutheranism and Roman Catholicism are two of the most well-known branches of Christianity. While they share some similarities, the Lutheran and Catholi...
Writing a Palanca Letter: Instructions & Examples
Catholic priest Fr. Scott Bailey & wikiHow staff explain how to express your love and appreciation with a palanca letter In Spanish, the word “Palanca” translates to lever. In Latin-American Catholic tradition, a pal...
60+ Confirmation Wishes to Celebrate a Special & Holy Day
Plus, what to include to write a personalized confirmation noteAre you eager to express your pride for someone who’s celebrating their confirmation? Confirmation is an important milestone on a young person's religious ...
What Does 11:11 Mean in the Bible?
Is there a spiritual reason you’re seeing the number 11:11?If you’ve been stumbling across 1111 or 11:11 repeatedly in your daily life, you may be wondering what kind of message God is sending you. There are so many ...
How to
Address a Catholic Bishop
If you have to write a letter to a bishop, you might stumble at the first line. Likewise, you might want to greet a bishop at church, but are afraid of being disrespectful. While it’s true that there are formal guideli...
66 Different Types of Crosses (& What They Mean)
A thorough guide to Christian & non-Christian crossesEverybody has seen crosses of various styles and designs, but what if we told you each cross has its own history, symbolic value, and meaning? In this article, we’ll...
How to Make the Sign of the Cross: Three Ways
Learn the right way to cross yourself in any Christian tradition Crossing oneself is a common practice for Christians in liturgical churches, especially the Eastern Orthodox, Roman Catholic, Lutheran, and Anglican (Episc...
What Are the Differences between Presbyterians and Catholics?
A balanced look at the core differences between two of Christianity’s major traditions Whether you’re exploring your faith or simply curious about the differences, you may be wondering what makes Catholics and Presby...
How to Address Church Officials In Person and in Written Correspondence
Learn the proper titles & etiquette for the Roman or Eastern clergyWhen speaking to members of the Catholic hierarchy, the titles you use and ways you address specific clergy members can be tricky. Depending upon where o...
How to
Wear the Brown Scapular
A brown scapular is worn by Catholics to show your devotion to a life of faith. It's essentially a necklace with two pictures on it on opposite ends, and it's said that anyone who dies wearing it "shall not suffer eterna...
How to
Pray the Rosary
In the Roman Catholic Church, the Rosary is one of the most beautiful, powerful, and sacred prayers. The Rosary is a devotion to God through a devotion to the Virgin Mary. The Rosary is Scriptural, Christ centered, and t...
How to
Become a Catholic Priest
Becoming a Catholic priest is a serious decision. If you feel God's calling and believe that a life of celibacy and devotion to God is for you, this may be the path you are meant to make. The life of a Catholic priest is...
How Does Someone Become the Pope?
Learn about the qualifications & how new popes are electedThe pope is the head of the Catholic Church, and since 1929, he's also been the head of the world's smallest sovereign city-state, Vatican City. Technically, the ...
How to Join the Roman Catholic Church
Learn the beliefs, sacraments, and initiation rites of the Catholic ChurchThere are few decisions in this life that are larger than the decision to get baptized into the Catholic Church. That said, it’s a profound, joy...
How to Receive Communion at a Catholic Mass
Everything you need to know before you receive the Eucharist In the Catholic faith, Communion is the central part of the Mass. To receive the Eucharist, you must, among other requirements, be a baptized Catholic and free...
Let the Dead Bury the Dead: What Did Jesus Really Mean?
Plus, how to live by these words“Let the dead bury the dead” is a passage from the Bible (Luke 9:60 and Matthew 8:22) that is attributed to Jesus Christ. We'll teach you more about this phrase and the variations from...
Visit a Catholic Mass: Etiquette for Catholics and Non-Catholics
Helpful advice for celebrating Mass to allow you to feel comfortable in the sanctuary Mass is a religious ceremony filled with rituals, songs, and prayers many Catholics know by heart. However, you may have not attended ...
How Do You Get Baptized as a Christian? With Expert Advice
Plus, what getting baptized symbolizes in the BibleGetting baptized is a religious rite that symbolizes death, resurrection, and the washing away of sins. It’s also a way to become an official member of a particular Ch...
How to
Become a Bishop
Qualifications to become a Catholic bishop The role of a bishop is to serve and oversee local priests and parishes. The journey to becoming a bishop is long and has no guarantees. There are many priests but only a few bi...
How and When to Say the Act of Contrition Prayer
Learn the Catholic prayer for forgiveness The Act of Contrition is a common prayer in many Christian faiths, particularly Catholicism. It’s a prayer that comes in many forms, and according to the Catechism, is used to ...
