The Levites in the bible, is a Hebrew tribe led by their patriarch Levi, one of the 12 sons of Jacob. They are a clan of priests.
In the Diocese of Malolos, Bulacan, there is a band of singing priests who named themselves after the said tribe. They aim to evangelise the faithful through the songs that they sing. Their songs may not sound church(ish) at all, but they sure know how to put in points from the bible into them. Their song selections are of those of the positive side of thing which bring hope and cheer for the people who need it. They have done a lot of concerts in our parish and other neighboring parishes before and have done concerts even abroad!
Last October 5, the Levites went back to OLHRP to do a concert held at the Maysan Barangay Hall. This is part of OLHRP's fund raising program for the old Maysan Chapel's much needed rehab and renovation. A couple of us were there to support. Recent events brought about by the devastation of typhoon Ketsana (Ondoy) in numerous parts of the country led the concert organizers to give part of the proceeds to the people who were affected by the typhoon as well. Which I think was truly a noble gesture.
Tatay Boyet (Bass) was one of the front acts. Along with Mike Carag (honorary MSC member), Danny Anonuevo (our musical director at the Kerygma Feast) and Barangay Captain and MSC alumnus Hon. Eric Urrutia, who called themselves "Cap and Company". Their group and their songs were well received by the audience as well especially the fact that the Barangay Captain himself was personally serenading his constituents!
Many people came out to support the Levites concert, displaying their utmost enthusiasm to support these priests. The whole barangay function hall was packed! I would say that this was a successful concert. Especially since the proceeds would go to the ones who are in dire need of it.
