Should The Church Speak On Social Justice
In his weekly Montana Catholic Register “Reflections” column, Bishop Murphy advocates for the church’s fundamental role to speak out and engage in public debate and discourse on issues relating to basic human rights and social justice. He says, “If faith…
A Letter on Racism and Prejudice
Bishop Murphy issues a letter to all the members of the Diocese of Great Falls-Billings, MT on racism and prejudice. He urges us all to be more than just passive spectators in the fight to end racism in our society.
Christ’s Easter Gift
The sacrament of reconciliation is the focus of Bishop Murphy’s weekly Montana Catholic Register “Reflections” column. He strongly encourages all the faithful to take advantage of the peace offered by this sacrament. In his view, “This sacrament of reconciliation is…
Holy Thursday
Bishop Murphy addresses church unity and the ministry of service in his Holy Thursday homily given at St. Patrick’s Co-Cathedral in Billings, MT. He challenges all the faithful on two fronts: to openly embrace the reforms called for by the…
The Passion, Death and Resurrection – Today
Holy Week is the subject of Bishop Murphy’s weekly Montana Catholic Register “Reflections” column. He urges all the faithful to celebrate and remember the history of the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ. In addition, we are also encouraged…
Spring Reflections
Bishop Murphy in his weekly Montana Catholic Register “Reflections” column provides updates on a variety of developments taking place throughout the Diocese of Great Falls-Billings, MT.