Pope Pontian was the bishop of Rome from 21 July 230 to 28 September 235. In 235, during the persecution of Christians in the reign of the Emperor Maximinus Thrax, Pontian was arrested and sent to the island of Sardinia.
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Born: Rome, Italy
Died: October 30, 235 AD, Sardinia and Corsica
Parents: Calpurnius
Church: Early Church
Papacy began: 21 July 230
Papacy ended: 28 September 235