‘A Dark and Desperate Race,’ a New Novel About Faith, Resilience, and Self-worth for Children
| 05/2/2025
By: Fernanda Pierorazio
Award-winning author Stephanie Weller Hanson talks to The Good Newsroom about her first Catholic novel for children (ages 9-12), “A Dark and Desperate Race,” which will be out on May 1. This action-packed, coming-of-age adventure is set in a world reminiscent of 17th-century Europe and follows Will Pennington.
He is a boy who feels like he can never measure up to his father’s expectations – until an urgent mission to save his home and kingdom reveals his God-given strengths and courage.
"In this spirit, in unity with Pope Leo, it is important to proclaim, ‘Peace is built on respect for people,’” the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops said.
By:
The Good Newsroom
| 01/25/2026
Cardinal Dolan shares a story about the impact of dedicating time to the Lord on a family.
By:
Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan
| 01/25/2026
Families of high school students should follow communications provided directly by their individual schools.