The Evolution of a Saint and Other Selected Poems

The Evolution of a Saint is a collection of poetry that is at once provocative, engaging and refreshing. With a storyteller’s voice, the poet takes you on a journey through her experiences—from her bicultural, bilingual upbringing in southern California to the pulpits of the Christian church, where politics and religion collide— revealing a mosaic of the complexities of life, faith, love and loss.

The Evolution of a Saint is a collection of poetry that is at once provocative, engaging and refreshing. With a storyteller’s voice, the poet takes you on a journey through her experiences—from her bicultural, bilingual upbringing in southern California to the pulpits of the Christian church, where politics and religion collide— revealing a mosaic of the complexities of life, faith, love and loss.

Chisaraokwu “Chisara” Ngozi Asomugha writes and speaks on issues related to health, faith and social justice and is passionate about improving the lives of girls and women across the globe. As a pediatrician, her writings have appeared in academic medical journals, online magazines and the Washington Post.