About
Dr. David Pitt serves as Professor of Theology at Loras College, specializing in liturgical history and music. He holds a PhD from the University of Notre Dame (2007), an MA in liturgical music from St. John’s University (1998), and a BA from St. Jerome’s University (1997). His research focuses on integrating liturgical tradition with contemporary pastoral practice, particularly regarding adult initiation rites and liturgical music.
- Education:
- PhD in Theology (Liturgical Studies), University of Notre Dame, 2007
- MA in Liturgical Music (Organ Performance/Composition), St. John’s University, 1998
- BA, St. Jerome’s University, 1997
His work emphasizes the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA), liturgical year dynamics, and the practical application of historical liturgical traditions. He co-edited A Living Tradition (2012) and authored over sixty articles/book reviews on related topics.
No scientific awards explicitly mentioned, though his publications reflect academic recognition. No formal student advisement details provided. Affiliated with Loras College’s religious studies department without mention of specific labs or teams.
