‘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.
This year’s graduates achieved a 99% college acceptance rate, with 83% receiving scholarships to the college or university of their choice.
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The Good Newsroom
| 06/21/2025
The only thing standing in its way is Governor Hochul's veto — and she needs to hear from you.
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The Good Newsroom
| 06/21/2025
You can watch Fr. Salvo's homily from this morning's Mass at Saint Patrick's Cathedral here. He talks about his trip to the Sea of Galilee as he reflects on today's Gospel.