Where does the time go?
Bishop Murphy, in his weekly “Reflections” column for the Montana Catholic Register, looks back on his first five years as the leader of the Church of Eastern Montana. Emblematic of his desire to be present to all members of his…
Article for Origins: The Quality of Candidates for the Priesthood
In this article published in Origins, Bishop Murphy identifies and explains the essential characteristics a quality candidate for the priesthood must possess. He says, “Moreover, in recruitment of candidates for priesthood, there is a growing consensus on the part of…
Living in Our Creator’s Love and Truth
In his keynote address to the Tekawitha Conference, Bishop Murphy emphasizes the importance of using God’s truth and love to heal burdensome memories – memories which often involve pain, broken promises, the failure to understand, mistrust and the lack of…
Growth Through Ministry – An Experience of Mutuality
In his address to the 13th Annual Conference of the National Apostolate with Mentally Retarded Persons, Bishop Murphy provides his thoughts and reflections on how “growth” and “ministry” are complementary and mutually enriching experiences. He says, “Yes there are strong…