Of Prayer Beads and Rosaries

What does it mean to honor your roots while forging your own path?
 
In Of Prayer Beads and Rosaries: A Journey of Faith, Family, and Finding One's Path, Jo Uygongco shares the rich, intertwined stories of her Chinese and Filipino heritage, offering a deeply personal reflection on family, faith, and self-discovery. From her ancestors’ courageous journeys to the Philippines to her own exploration of life as a daughter, artist, and traveler, Jo reveals the connections that have shaped her world.
 
Growing up in a home filled with family stories, unforgettable meals, and a strong sense of tradition, Jo reflects on how her upbringing in Malate, Manila, the wisdom passed down from her parents and grandparents, and her own experiences shaped her identity. With vivid anecdotes of food, art, and travel, she recounts the moments that awakened her passions—from her first taste of independence in Hong Kong to spiritual awakenings in Bodh Gaya, India.
 
As she journeys through love, self-reinvention, and the challenges of modern life, Of Prayer Beads and Rosaries becomes a tribute to the power of family and the legacies we carry with us. This heartfelt narrative is a celebration of heritage and an invitation for readers to explore their own paths while embracing the stories that brought them here.