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Conversation with Bishop Keehner on genealogy

February 03, 2026 • Dawn Prosser and Karmen Bower • Season 2 • Episode 31

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Bishop John Keehner makes his first appearance on the podcast since his May 1 ordination (he did join us while still Bishop-elect in March 2025). As the faithful are getting to know him, they often ask what his hobbies are. Today he talks extensively about his genealogy research and what he has learned about him family and relationships from this research. There were even a few surprises revealed with living relatives along the way. Enjoy this frank discussion with our bishop in today's episode.

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