Filipino Altar Vestments are more than a colorful and fine
needlework garment used by the priests. They are treasures of Filipinos'
unwavering faith, rich culture, heritage and deep rooted traditions.
In celebration of the National Heritage Month and Annual Feast of
St. Michael, SM City Marilao in cooperation with Sining Marileño Incorporated
launched 'Abito: Pamanang Kasuotan ng mga Pari ng Marilao', a week-long
exhibition featuring the 20 antique piece collection of liturgical vestments
worn by Parish Priests of Marilao.
The 'abitos' documented the beauty of embroidery and intricacy of
the different Philippine hand-woven holy garments made from indigenous
materials. It highlighted the legacies of the past and town's identity. Details
of the exhibit exuded the indigenous practices and classical artistry.
"Vestments or abitos are important aspect of our culture.
They are the narratives of our faith and our glorious past. They are enshrined
to bring us closer to the Creator", said Bulacan Historian Jaime Salvador
Corpuz. "I am glad that SM Supermalls was able to accommodate this kind of
exhibit. It helps to educate the public on our rich history and our strong
faith in God", he added.
Most of the garments that were featured in the exhibit were
selected ecclesiastical garments of priests in the town of Marilao from 1920 to
1950. Highlighted in the exhibit was the ceremonial robe of Father Rufino
Santos, the first Filipino Cardinal of the Catholic Church in 1932. Also
featured were some garments by Father Roberto de la cruz (1934- 1938), Father
Marcelino Fajardo (1938-1939), Father Gabino Baluyot (1939- 1945), Father
Florentino Fuentes (1945- 1954), Father Angel Pengson (1954- 1956) and Father
Avelino Santos (2001-present)
The exhibit kicked off with folk singing and theatre play
replicating the re-enactment of events during the Colonial Era. Abito exhibit
will run until May 11, 2012 at the event center of SM City Marilao.
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