When he assumes the role of Bishop of Sioux City, Iowa, Bishop-elect John Keehner will find a long-established diocese with a rich history and vibrant laity and clergy committed to evangelization and to facing the challenges that await him, representatives of the Sioux City Diocese said.
Bishop-elect John Keehner delivered the following homily at his farewell Mass at St. Columba Cathedral in Youngstown on March 23.
Bishop-elect John Keehner, in humility and wisdom, has chosen the quote above from John the Baptist as his episcopal motto, “He must increase; I must decrease.”
The ordination ceremony of a Bishop is a joyful celebration—not only for the person being ordained, but for the diocese receiving a new Bishop.
Bishop-elect John Keener will be the fifth Northeastern-Ohio native to be made a bishop. But who were the others? As you peruse this timeline of Bishops, you’ll no doubt find some familiar names, including one who was eventually elevated to a Cardinal—Cardinal Aloysius Mooney.
There are several items which Bishop-elect John Keehner will wear and use as part of his office of Bishop. The origin and development of these items illustrate the history, dignity and authority of the episcopal office.
Bishop-elect John Keehner will be ordained and installed as the Bishop of Sioux City, Iowa, on May 1, 2025. Here are the dates relevant to his ministry:
Bishop-elect John Keehner recently received his completed coat of arms by heraldic artist David Burkart—as recommended by Father Andrew Galles, director of worship for the Diocese of Sioux City.
As you may expect, the Vatican’s process for choosing a Bishop is arcane, esoteric and very deliberate.
Though his appearances in the Gospels are relatively brief, John the Baptist, the precursor to Jesus, stands as a key figure in Jesus’ story.
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Located in Northeast Ohio, the Diocese of Youngstown includes six counties; Ashtabula, Columbiana, Mahoning, Portage, Stark and Trumbull.
