Parasceva of Pirinem was an Orthodox saint associated with the Pinega region. While specific details regarding her life remain scarce, she is recognized as the sister of Saint Artemiy Verkolsky. Her sanctity became widely known after her remains were discovered in the village of Pirinem in 1610. Local residents reported various healing miracles linked to her presence, and her identity was reportedly revealed to the community through divine visions.
Discovery and miracles
In 1610, her relics were found in the village of Pirinem. The discovery was accompanied by reports of miraculous heat emanating from her coffin. Following these events, villagers attributed several healings to her intercession. Although her veneration faced restrictions from Archbishop Rafail, she remained a significant local figure.
Relics and loss
The holy remains were eventually transferred to the Church of the Twelve Apostles. They were previously kept in the St. George Church during the construction of the later building. Unfortunately, the relics were lost following a fire in the 1980s, and some suggest they may have been destroyed during the Bolshevik era.