I Wrote for Every Parent Choosing a Name Without Knowing Its Meaning – David O. Obonyo - Impacting lives with Christian Literature

My name is David O. Obonyo. I am a speaker, author, Senior Accredited Counsellor and Psychologist. I am also a Certified Professional Mediator (CPM).

What I Am Writing About and My Motivation

I am writing about power in names and its significance.

The motivation behind it is to alert society, especially parents, on the importance of understanding the meaning of a name, and not just picking a name simply because it sounds good.

Did I Encounter Writer’s Block?

I encountered writer’s block because my time for writing and attending class was affected by an outreach mission where I was coordinating a team and always travelling.

I had to create extra time, even late at night, to do the work.

How I Handled Feedback During the Writing Class Journey

The feedback was positive since I had to work on my weak points.

How I Prioritised My Writing Journey and Other Commitments

I had to set time, mostly watching the video clips when I was not in class, for the way forward.

My Experience in the Jade Writing Class

The experience with the Jade Class was eye-opening and friendly.

It was really beneficial, and I can recommend any upcoming writer to join before releasing his or her book.

A Word for Aspiring Writers and Beginning Authors

My word to any aspiring writer or beginning author is to join the Jade Class.

Closing Reflection

My journey in CLC Kenya’s Jade Writing Class has been a beneficial and eye-opening experience. Through the class, I was able to understand the writing process better, work on my weak points and keep moving forward with my book on the power and significance of names. For any writer preparing to release a book, the Jade Class is a valuable place to learn, grow and be guided well before publishing.

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CLC Kenya Celebrates 16 Graduating Writers from the Jade Writing Mentorship Class

CLC Kenya joyfully celebrated the virtual graduation of 16 writers from the Jade Writing Mentorship Class, marking another milestone in raising Christian authors across Africa.

Facilitated by Jackline Ingasian and hosted by Dr. Muthoni Omukhango, the graduation brought together writers from Kenya, South Sudan and Zimbabwe who have completed manuscripts across various genres, including memoirs, marriage guidance, Christian living, parenting, children’s devotionals, inner healing, financial stewardship, leadership, and discipleship.

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During the ceremony, each writer shared their writing journey, the inspiration behind their book, and the lessons learnt through the mentorship process. The event also highlighted CLC Kenya’s wider mission of advancing the gospel through Christian literature, a mission connected to CLC’s global work across 44 countries.

The CLC Kenya’s Writing Class has continued to grow since its beginning in 2020, raising writers who are not only completing manuscripts but also preparing to publish books that will serve families, churches, communities, and nations.

The 2026 graduating writers were encouraged to move forward into the publishing and marketing phase, with the hope of celebrating their published works in 2027 with an in-person graduation set for 28th November 2026 at Garden Estate.

As the session closed in prayer and thanksgiving, the charge was clear: graduation is not the end of the journey, but the beginning of greater stewardship. These writers carry stories, testimonies, teachings, and messages that can impact Africa and beyond.