Br. Robert Schieler, FSC – 27th Superior General
Rome, Italy – Most recently serving as the General Councilor for the Lasallian Region of North America (RELAN), Br. Robert Schieler, FSC has just been named the new Superior General for the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools.
A member of the Institute for 46 years, Br. Robert took the habit on September 1, 1968, in Ammendale, Maryland. Robert was first introduced to the Christian Brothers as a student at West Catholic Boys High School, and later at La Salle University (then La Salle College), both in Philadelphia, PA. During his time as a Brother, Robert has served as teacher, vice-principal, Auxiliary Visitor, Visitor, committee member and board member at a number of schools throughout the Legacy District of Baltimore, and the worldwide Institute, most notably in Manila, Iligan, and Bacolod, Philippines. The Philadelphia native holds masters degrees in European History (Notre Dame) and Asian Studies (University of Philippines) as well a doctorate in Educational Administration (University of Pennsylvania). Robert is the third American Brother to be named Superior General, the first from the District of Eastern North America!
Beginning immediately, Brother Robert will lead the largest order of religious Brothers in the Church dedicated to education. As the 27th successor to John Baptist de La Salle, Br. Robert is no stranger to leadership in Rome. One of the General Councilors to Superior General Br. Alvaro Rodriguez Echeverria for the past seven years, Robert has also been a Capitulant at the 42nd, 43rd, and 44th General Chapters in 1993, 2000, and 2007, respectively.
We look forward to Brother Roberts’ leadership, and hold the new Superior General and the rest of the Chapter delegates in our prayers as they continue to create and plan the ever evolving direction for our Lasallian educational mission!
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Congrats and May God Bless you in this most precious task.
[…] the initial announcement from the Institute > Read the announcement from the District of Eastern North America > See Brother Robert’s first video message […]
Bob. I am thrilled at your election. I am honored that the brother who presided at my affiliation is now the superior general! Prayers and best wishes of me and the entire central family .May the spirit guide you. Bob George. P.S. you could have done better without the bells!
Congratulations, Bob, from the Lasallian family of St. Raphael Academy in Pawtucket, RI. We wish you every blessing as you assume the responsibilities of leading the Institute during these next seven years! Guided by the Spirit we are confident that you will listen to and follow the call of Jesus, who lives in your heart.
Personally, I’m grateful for all the past opportunities I’ve had to work with you especially through LLI and I know that you will effectively use your many gifts and talents to continue this wonderful mission of St. La Salle!
[…] Timothy succeeds Brother Robert Schieler, FSC, who was elected Superior General earlier this week. Prior to being elected General Councilor, Brother Timothy served as Visitor of the District of New […]
Brother Congratualtions on your election to the top job. I had a difficult time hearing your message over the Bells but the smile on your face and the love for the mission was shining!
Good Luck
Jerry Zaccardelli Class of 75, DelaSalle Warren, Former President of the Board