Peter Ashelin

Father Ashelin is the moral and spiritual leader of the Parish of St. Jude Thaddeus within the Diocese of San Medrana, encompassing the neighborhoods of Briargrove, Old Fifth Ward, and—across the lake—the prestigious Bay Knoll.

Born in 1957 and ordained by the Catholic Church in 1984, Father Ashelin has served the Bay Community for thirty years. He’s seen a lot, and heard more than he would like to admit. He preaches optimism, but in truth he gave up long ago. Most depressing…he couldn’t even tell you when it happened.