Robert R. Shahan
American Episcopal bishop
Robert Reed "Bob" Shahan (October 18, 1939 – August 14, 2020) was bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Arizona from 1992 to 2004.
Early life and education
Shahan was born on October 18, 1939, in Elkhart, Kansas, to John and Freda (Reed) Shahan. He attended the University of Kansas, earning an undergraduate degree in business in 1961. While at the university, he was an active member of the Sigma Chi fraternity and the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) program. After graduation, he served as an officer in the United States Navy. During his time in the Navy, he obtained an MBA from Michigan State University.
He later pursued theological studies at Nashotah House, earning a Master of Divinity degree in 1973. Additionally, he earned a PhD in organizational development from Northwestern University in 1979.
Ordained ministry
Shahan was ordained as a deacon on May 19, 1973, and as a priest on November 24, 1973. His early ministry included serving as vicar at St.
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