Lydia Peña SL

Lydia has served the Loretto Community as an educator for 49 years, and as a fundraiser for 12 years, all in Denver. She has lived at Bridge Community with developmentally disabled women since 1985, and is presently fundraising for Havern School for children with learning disabilities. Lydia says she has never done anything alone. As one of her students laughingly said – yes, Lydia, others have opened doors and you've walked right through.
Three friends high-fiving in a circle while indoor rock climbing wearing grey helmets.

We Are in this Together!

I wonder how we will continue this togetherness after COVID-19. I believe that wonder at human life can keep violence from brewing. Humanity is not an exclusive club. Lives, small, crooked, and great, all belong. We are in this together!…