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Blessed Isidro Alonso Peña

Blessed
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

14-Dec

Born

15 May 1859 in Zumel, Burgos, Spain

Died

14 December 1936 in Madrid, Spain

Beatified

11 November 2017 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated at the Palacio Vistalegre Arena, Carabanchel, Madrid, Spain, presided by Cardinal Angelo Amato and Cardinal Carlos Osoro Sierra of Madrid

Venerated

23 March 2017 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Isidro Alonso Peña, also known as Isidro Alonso, was a devoted Catholic lay brother. He was born on May 15, 1859, in the town of Zumel, Burgos, Spain, into a humble and devout Christian family. From a young age, Isidro displayed a strong sense of faith and a desire to serve others.

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