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Meet Our Team

Fr. Luke Barder, OP

Parish Pastor

Hey, I’m Fr. Luke, OP, Pastor here at St. Dominic’s. I was born in Indiana (go Boilermakers), grew up in the suburbs of Chicago (go Cubs), but have lived in so many great places around the country. Denver has become a second home, especially St. Dominic’s, as it was where I did my Novitiate, was first assigned as a “baby” priest, and is now where I first get to learn how to be a Pastor. When I’m not in the office, Church, or Priory, you might find me running around Sloan’s Lake, reading a book at a cafe, on a bike ride along the Platte, or hiking around Nederland.

Favorite Saint: St. Peter

Favorite Quote:
The more I considered Christianity, the more I found that while it had established a rule and order, the chief aim of that order was to give room for good things to run wild. - G. K. Chesterton

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Fr. Luan Pho, O.P.

Parochial Vicar

Hello everyone! I was born in Vietnam, and migrated to America with my family at the age of 15. I entered the Dominican Order in 2000, and then was ordained a priest in 2008. I served in various positions within the Vietnamese Dominican Province, and at various parishes in Virginia, Canada, Indiana, Wisconsin, and now here in Denver.

Favorite saint: saint Thomas the Apostle
Favorite Bible quote: “My grace is sufficient for you” (2 Cor 12:9)

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Daniela Cabrera

Executive Assistant

My name is Dani, I am originally from Lakewood, CO. I love all things coffee, going on walks, and being creative! I have a little boy who is all over the place but loves Fr. Luke and Spiderman and a husky that you may see occasionally, in the office. I am here to help you with any questions you may have regarding - pretty much anything!

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Favorite Saint: Maria Goretti
Favorite Quote: "Don't be ashamed for how many times you've fallen. Be thankful for all the times God has picked you back up."

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Evonee Andazola

Office Assistant

Hi, my name is Evonee- I am the Office Assistant here at St. Dominic, when you call the office I will be the one answering. When you stop by the office there will be a lovely dog to greet you Señor Toast, he is the office greeter as well as my lovely fur companion! I've been working with Marcela for six years (Therefore that makes me her favorite minion ) Tambien hablo español, si necesitan ayuda pueden contactarme!

Favorite Saint: Our Lady Of Guadalupe
Favorite quote: "Joy is the simplest form of gratitude"

Gerard DiMartini

Director of Liturgy & Music

I grew up in North Denver. Went to school at St. Dominic Grade School, Lake & Skinner Middle Schools and North High. [Once a Viking, always a Viking!]
Went to college at DU & CU Denver, and finished a BS in Vocal Music Performance. I only speak English; however, I can sing in many languages.
Words of advice: Plan your funeral early, it will be the last time you can share your faith with your family and friends!
My favorite Saint is Peter.
One of my favorite sayings is, "How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Practice!"

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Marcela Pérez

Business & Finance Manager

I grew up in Denver and graduated from Regis with a degree in Business Management and History (history - it's story time for adults)!
I love classic movies, Halloween (boo), and reading.
Favorite Saint: St. Lucy
Favorite quote: Why, yes, I could start my day without coffee. But I like being able to remember things like how to say words and put on pants. - Nanea Hoffman

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Juan Fernandez

Maintenance

Juan performs regular maintenance on the Church, parish buildings and campus grounds.