Blessed Juan Peña Ruiz
Also known as: Father Vicente
Blessed
Martyr
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
November 30
Born
March 22, 1883
Died
November 30, 1936
Beatified
28 October 2007 by Pope Benedict XVI
Religious Order
Venerated
26 June 2006 by Pope Benedict XVI (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed Juan Peña Ruiz, also known as Father Vicente, was a Dominican priest who was martyred during the Spanish Civil War. He was born on March 22, 1883, in Caleruega, Burgos, Spain, and later dedicated his life to the service of God and the Church.
Cause for Canonization
Beatified
Beatified2007-10-28 by 28 October 2007 by Pope Benedict XVI
Help Build This Profile
Know of a grace or miracle attributed to Blessed Juan Peña Ruiz?
Report a Grace or MiracleSimilar Saints & Blesseds
Stay Connected
Get saint inspirations and updates. Join our growing community of faith.