Reginos

Saint Reginos, born in the early centuries of the Church (his birthplace is not known), is lovingly honored as the patron saint of the island of Skopelos in Greece. Christian tradition remembers him as a bishop and faithful shepherd of Christ’s flock during a time of persecution. In the year 362, he is said to have endured severe torture and to have given his life rather than deny the Lord, sealing his witness with martyrdom. For this steadfast courage and pastoral devotion, the people of Skopelos have long venerated him, turning to his intercession in their needs and celebrating him as a protector of their island and its families. His memory remains especially close through his relics: some are kept on Skopelos, while most are preserved in the Church of Archangel Michael Trypiotis in Nicosia, Cyprus. On Skopelos, a monastery bearing his name continues to keep his devotion alive. Saint Reginos is commemorated each year on February 25.