My Story of Marriage, Separation and Divorce Became a Pathway to Healing – Esther Rugendo - Impacting lives with Christian Literature

My name is Esther Rugendo. I am a Kenyan woman, mother of two, and a PhD student. My research focus is on youth mental health and emotion regulation.

What I Am Writing About and My Motivation

I am writing a memoir about my experience in marriage, separation and divorce. I was motivated to use my story to inspire women going through similar experiences and to help them move towards healing.

Did I Encounter Writer’s Block?

Yes, I stopped writing for a while, took on other tasks, and came back to write when I got new ideas.

How I Handled Feedback During the Writing Class Journey

I was very happy to receive feedback from the reviewers because, being my first book based on a painful experience, I was just pouring my story and feelings on paper.

The feedback gave me guidance to make the next draft better.

How I Prioritised My Writing Journey and Other Commitments

I woke up one hour earlier than usual to do the writing. I also wrote for another hour during the day when I could.

My Experience in the Jade Writing Class

The content was very beneficial to me. I can definitely recommend someone else to join the class.

My Word for Aspiring Writers and Beginning Authors

Aspiring writers and beginning authors need to seek people who can guide them in their writing. That way, their book becomes high quality and relevant to the target readers.

CLC is a great place to start.

Closing Reflection

My writing experience is a reminder that stories born out of pain can become pathways of healing for others. Through CLC Kenya’s Jade Writing Class, I found guidance, structure and encouragement to shape my memoir with greater clarity and purpose. My journey encourages other aspiring writers to seek support, keep writing, and trust that their stories can speak hope to the right readers.

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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.