Fr. Schneider was born and raised just outside of Green Bay, WI and is the second eldest of six boys.  He is a 1982 graduate of Creighton University and joined the Society of Jesus that fall.  His formation led him to Omaha, St. Louis, Milwaukee and Cambridge, Mass.  He was ordained a Priest in the society of Jesus at Gesu in Milwaukee in 1994. He is a member of the Jesuit Community at Creighton Preparatory High School and is the director of spiritual programs for the adult community at Creighton Preparatory School. He has taught theology and is chaplain for many athletic teams. He leads retreats for various parishes, schools and retreat houses. He has found that offering retreats over the past few years has filled him with joy and hope. Fr. Schneider is a life-long Packer fan and an avid fan of the Creighton Bluejays.