Martin J. (Martin Jerome) Scott

Born in New York City in 1865, Martin Jerome Scott was an American Jesuit priest and author. Reliable sources identify him as a member of the Society of Jesus who became known for writing many books, pamphlets, and articles on Catholic belief and practice.

He served at the Church of St. Ignatius Loyola in Manhattan in the early 1900s, where he worked closely with young people and parish life. His writing was notably wide-ranging, including books such as God and Myself, The Hand of God, Convent Life, Things Catholics Are Asked About, and You and Yours.

Scott wrote for readers who wanted clear answers about religion, morality, and daily living. Some library records list his dates as 1865–1964, but the biographical sources found here agree that he died in 1954.