‘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.
Parishes in Kingston, Esopus, and Ellenville will host Masses and prayer services on the January 22 anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision.
By:
The Good Newsroom
| 01/21/2026
Parishes, schools, and organizations emphasize continuity as Archbishop-designate Hicks prepares to succeed Cardinal Dolan.
By:
Armando Machado
| 01/21/2026
La historia de Hicks en El Salvador es un ejemplo de cómo un liderazgo pastoral basado en el amor, la cercanía y la sensibilidad puede dejar una huella profunda en una comunidad.