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Blessed Ponciano Nieto Asensio

Blessed
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

29-Oct

Born

9 March 1875 in Valverde del Campo, Valladolid, Spain

Died

29 October 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 Ponciano Nieto Asensio was born on 9 March 1875 in Valverde del Campo, Valladolid, Spain. He was a dedicated Catholic priest and a member of the Vincentian Congregation of the Mission. Throughout his life, he exemplified virtues of faith, compassion, and selflessness.

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