Midnight Mass – Vietnamese Catholic Community
In this homily offered at the Midnight Mass celebrated with the Vietnamese Catholic community, Archbishop Murphy emphasizes the importance of the Word of God as Catholics around the world celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. He challenges all present to…
A Reflection on Poverty and Homelessness
Archbishop Murphy began his reflection delivered at St. James Cathedral in Seattle, WA by asking the following question, “How do we as human beings and as a community of faith address the issues of poverty and homelessness in today’s world?”…
Advent Tree Blessing Service
Peace is the main theme of Archbishop Murphy’s blessing at an Advent Tree Blessing Service celebrated at Providence Hospital in Seattle, WA. He describes Advent as a time of year when all Christians look for the gift of peace by…
Church and Ministry
In his address to career ministers of the Archdiocese of Seattle, Archbishop Murphy likens ministry in the Church to a mystery – a mystery prompting many questions about how we are to live and believe. He used three resources to…
Keynote Address – Catholic Community Services Gala Dinner
In his keynote address at the Catholic Community Services of Western Washington Gala Dinner, Archbishop Murphy urges all present to use their imagination to see the face of God in the anawim – the lonely, poor, hungry and homeless in…