The Robert J. Schreiter, C.PP.S.
Institute of Precious Blood Spirituality
Robert J. Schreiter, C.PP.S | 1947-2021
The Schreiter Institute was created in partnership with Catholic Theological Union to foster the ongoing development of a practical theology of Precious Blood and the promotion of spirituality across all justice-minded professions.
The goals of the Schreiter Institute are to:
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foster academic scholarship in a practical theology of reconciliation
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promote pastoral education guided by practical theology approaches which emphasize praxis while maintaining a firm foundation in spirituality
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develop programs and workshops that serve both the students at CTU as well as the general public
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support other ventures that promote the charism and spirituality of the Precious Blood
The Institute was named in honor of the late Fr. Robert J. Schreiter, C.PP.S., a member of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood and a longtime faculty member at CTU. He wrote extensively and presented throughout the world about the healing and reconciliation that could be found in the Precious Blood of Jesus. He was often invited to places of global conflict, offering this message of peace.
Kevin Considine, PhD
Kevin holds a PhD in Theology from Loyola University Chicago. His scholarship explores interpersonal and social reconciliation through intercultural perspectives, made possible through understanding of and participating in God’s work of healing the wounds of the “sinned-against” as well as the moral injury of wrongdoers. His ministry experience includes accompanying those afflicted by trauma and moral injury, racial justice work, and building community partnerships.
Leadership
Full-Tuition Scholarship
The St. Galspar Scholarship
Sponsored by the Missionaries of The Precious Blood, US Province, the St. Gaspar Scholarship in Precious Blood Spirituality provides a full-tuition scholarship to a lay person interested in the areas of reconciliation and restorative justice.
Preference for this competitive scholarship is given to:
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a lay student studying full-time toward a Master’s degree
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interest in pursuing the Certificate in Reconciliation and Restorative Justice as part of their degree
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Applications submitted by February 1
Certificate in Reconciliation and Restorative Justice
This 18-credit hour certificate is designed to equip professionals from a variety of backgrounds in the art of social healing. It utilizes resources from global Catholicism to teach students ways to recognize and mend the varieties of brokenness they encounter both locally and globally. It will be especially helpful for those who want a theological and spiritual lens for recognizing and understanding social wounds and participating in social and interpersonal healing, whether they be social workers and mental health professionals, artists, or those involved in ministries in prisons, hospitals, youth development, peace, justice, and advocacy.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
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DC4330: Reconciliation: A Praxis of Salvation OR DE4350/5350 Reconciliation and Ethic
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DC4020/5020: Reconciling Narratives: Racialization and the Theology of Robert Schreiter
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DS5101 God and the Mystery of Human Suffering OR BD5510 Feminist Hermeneutics in Bible and Theology OR DE4204/5205 Women in Theology and Ethics OR another class agreed upon with advisor.
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C4700: Praxis for Intercultural Transformation
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M4211B Ministry Practicum (6 hours). Must be focused on Reconciliation and/or Restorative Justice.
Certification
Events
Upcoming Programs
Explore the calendar below to learn more about the public programming offered by the Schreiter Institute: