Pastor Felipe Ascencio and his family. | Photo Credit: GoFundMeA 22-year-old man has been arrested for the fatal shooting of a California pastor, whose death has deeply affected his family and congregation. The pastor’s family cites the Christian teachings he embraced, choosing to forgive his alleged killer. Deputies responded to a call on September 7 in Ramona and found 40-year-old Pastor Felipe Ascencio of Templo Monte Horeb with a gunshot wound. Ascencio, known for leading the dedicated Spanish-speaking congregation of Templo Monte Horeb, was described by friends as a deeply committed family man engaged in worship and community outreach.