Bishop Jude Speyrer

The Most Reverend Jude Speyrer, D.D. was ordained to the priesthood on July 25, 1953.  He was appointed the first bishop of Lake Charles on January 29, 1980 and was ordained and installed on April 25, 1980. He served as bishop and administrator of the diocese until February 22, 2001, when his successor was installed. Bishop Speyrer is now referred to as our Bishop Emeritus.