This all-steel

wonder, San
Sebastian, stands
as a beacon of
architectural
excellence in the
heart of Manila.

FRAMING FAITH

ALL
STEEL
WONDER
ARN MICHAEL N. ABAIS 2023
 A CATHEDRAL IN STEEL

Amidst the urban bustle, a monument doth stand

A sanctuary of steel, where faith’s eternal hand
Doth weave a tale of hearts resolute,
In every soul, a timeless tribute.
EXTERIOR
FACADE

A CATHEDRAL IN STEEL

An enduring monument for the

powerful faith that resides in the
heart of every Filipino.
 INVITACIÓN DE LA IGLESIA

"Approach, come closer." My spirit did say.

One step I took, and in awe did I stay
Howbeit rust scars its skin, it stands so grand
Within, invites me, my heart understands
 FACADE
WITH
ENTOURAGE
INVITACION DE LA IGLESIA

Where doors
open to eternal
blessings, and the
soul finds its
sanctuary in faith.
 SACRED ECHOES

Within these hallowed walls, prayers echoes oh so loud

And radiant was the light of the divine, without doubt
Upon his people, his gentle glow did grace
A celestial presence, within this sacred place
INTERIOR
FACADE
SACRED ECHOES

Within these
walls, the prayers
echoed, and the
light of the divine
shine upon his
people.
 THE PATRONS

Inside the sacred church, the patrons bid me forth,

No sage am I, nor versed in its holy lore
I wonder at the secrets, the stories they possess,
And the miracles they bring, in sheer wonder, I confess.
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THE PATRONS

San Sebastian is the patron of

sports and atletes
 STARS IN NO MIDNIGHT SKY

Dreaming, no, not a mere dream,

A thousand lights, their brilliance may gleam,
Radiant, bathed in a tranquil, peaceful beam,
Yet stars they be, in a sky unseen.
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STARS IN NO MIDNIGHT SKY

A functional decorative ornate

lighting giving that grandiose
feeling inside the church.
 ENDLESS RADIANCE

And in the field of melted wax, a fire doth endure,

Though winds may blow hard, its flame rests pure,
A testament to resilience, none can deny,
A symbol, as it stayed lit for a long while
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ENDLESS RADIANCE

Like a hope that burns bright