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Bauko Couple fuses Igorot and Church Wedding Traditions

Join Tessie and Randy in Bauko as they celebrate their love with a harmonious blend of Igorot culture and church ceremony.

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Witness the beautiful fusion of Igorot culture and church ceremony as Tessie and Randy tie the knot in Bauko. Congratulations on their special day!

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Tessie Naganos and Randy Sarol's wedding in Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Poblacion, Bauko, Mountain Province, seamlessly merged the rich traditions of Igorot culture with the solemnity of a church ceremony. Their union, celebrated on January 26, 2024, served as a testament to the power of love to bridge cultural divides and create unity.

A Harmonious Blend of Customs

In traditional Igorot weddings, couples often partake in ceremonies deeply rooted in their cultural heritage. These ceremonies typically involve the signing of marriage contracts followed by community feasting, known as "watwat," and lively celebrations accompanied by the rhythmic beats of the "gangsa" or gongs. Conversely, church weddings follow the Christian tradition, with the groom donning a "barong" or suit and the bride wearing a gown, symbolizing purity and grace.

Tessie and Randy's wedding transcended these boundaries by blending Igorot and church wedding customs. They exchanged vows within the sacred confines of Our Lady of Lourdes Church, officiated by Rev. Fr. Now Mendoza, infusing their ceremony with spiritual reverence and solemnity.

Bridging Past and Present: Traditional Attire in a Church Setting

A defining feature of Tessie and Randy's wedding was their choice to wear traditional Igorot attire within the church setting. Randy proudly donned the wanes, symbolizing his connection to his Bauko heritage, while Tessie, from Loo, Buguias, radiated beauty in the elegant Tapis, paying homage to her Benguet roots.

This fusion of traditional attire within a church wedding setting not only honored the couple's cultural identity but also served as a poignant symbol of unity and inclusivity.

Symbolic Gestures and Unity

The wedding ceremony celebrated love that transcended cultural boundaries. Symbolic gestures, such as the inclusion of fruits and vegetables in the decorations, paid homage to the couple's agricultural heritage, while the participation of Tessie and Randy's grandparents as flower bearers added a touching layer of familial warmth and continuity.

Conclusion: A Testament to Love, Diversity, and Cultural Identity

In conclusion, Tessie Naganos and Randy Sarol's wedding in Poblacion, Bauko, Mountain Province, was a beautiful fusion of Igorot and church wedding traditions. By embracing their cultural heritage while pledging their love in a church setting, the couple exemplified the power of love to bridge cultural divides.

In a time when many embrace grandiose weddings inspired by Western influences, Tessie and Randy chose to honor their roots by incorporating the timeless traditions of Igorot culture. Their decision to stay true to their heritage serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving cultural identity in a rapidly changing world.

Congratulations to Tessie and Randy as they embark on this new chapter of their lives together. May their marriage be filled with love, joy, and the enduring strength of their shared cultural heritage.

Credit: Mary Jane D. Aluyen


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