Feast of Pentecost
Bishop Murphy implores all those present at this Mass celebrating the feast of the Pentecost to open their lives to the wind and fire of the Holy Spirit – to embrace the spirit of renewal that is the essence of…
Youth today where are they going?
Bishop Murphy underscores the importance of taking an inclusive approach to young people in his weekly Montana Catholic Register “Reflections” column. It is imperative in his view to give them an active role in the church. He says, “But this…
Pentecost A time to renew the face of the earth
In his weekly Montana Catholic Register “Reflections” column, Bishop Murphy uses the example of the Pentecost to urge all the faithful to embrace the renewal taking place in the church – to respond to the challenge of the Holy Spirit.…
Catholic Education a Pearl of Great Price
In his weekly Montana Catholic Register “Reflections” column, Bishop Murphy describes 10 goals of Catholic education. He was an unrelenting advocate for the mission of Catholic schools and religious education throughout his life. In his view, “As our own schools…
University of Portland Baccalaureate Mass
Peace is the focal point Bishop Murphy’s homily. “And yet, the gift I dare to share with you this morning is the gift which the Lord left to us – the gift of peace which unleashes the power of the…
May A Time to Honor Mary
Marian devotion is the subject of Bishop Murphy’s weekly Montana Catholic Register “Reflections” column. He urges all the members of the Church of Eastern Montana to set aside time to reflect on the example of Mary and the inspiration she…