Northwest Marian Congress
Mary’s emphatic “Yes” to God’s invitation is the subject of Archbishop Murphy’s homily at a Mass celebrated for the Northwest Marian Conference in Lacey, WA. He describes Mary as the first disciple because of her willingness to accept God’s call…
The gift of lay ministry
Archbishop Murphy calls on all Christians to recognize, appreciate and support the gift of lay ministry in his weekly Catholic Northwest Progress “In Joy and Hope” column. In his view, lay ministry involves so much more than just fulfilling a…
What did the pope really say?
Archbishop Murphy offers his perspectives on Pope John Paul II’s recently released encyclical “The Splendor of Truth” in his weekly Catholic Northwest Progress “In Joy and Hope” column. He expresses surprise at the harsh criticisms of the media issued prior…
Engaged Encounter National Convention
The importance of relationships is the crux of Archbishop Murphy’s homily delivered at a Mass celebrated for the Engaged Encounter National Convention in Bellevue, WA. He asserts that the essential factor for any relationship is the willingness to believe in…
Church Vocations Awareness Week
Archbishop Murphy emphasizes the need for vocations to the priesthood in his weekly Catholic Northwest Progress “In Joy and Hope” column. The entire Christian community bears the obligation to invite young men to consider a vocation to the priesthood. He…
Life and disability
Archbishop Murphy uses his weekly Catholic Northwest Progress “In Joy and Hope” column to call on all Christians to recognize the gifts people with disabilities offer to the church and our society. Those brothers and sisters with disabilities do not…
Stewardship – It Is More than a Matter of Money
Archbishop Murphy was a passionate believer in stewardship. He served as the Chair of the NCCB Ad Hoc Committee on Stewardship. The final product of this committee was the landmark pastoral letter “Stewardship: A Disciples Response.” This address provides a…