Christ is born – Christ will come again
In his Christmas Day Catholic Northwest Progress “In Joy and Hope” column, Archbishop Murphy conveys the importance for all people to recognize Christ’s presence among us this Advent season. He describes the true meaning of Christmas as the opportunity to…
Slow me down, Lord
Archbishop Murphy in his weekly Catholic Northwest Progress “In Joy and Hope” column offers his thoughts during this Advent season on the importance for all God’s people to “slow down” to make room for God’s presence in our lives. He…
Diaconate Ordination – Tuan Nguyen
Archbishop Murphy ordained Tuan Nguyen as a Deacon at St. Joseph’s Church in Vancouver, WA. The main message of his homily was for Deacon Nguyen and all members of the congregation to accept the challenge present in the Gospel readings…
A best-kept secret – Catholic Community Services
Archbishop Murphy sheds light on the seemingly endless good works for the poor made possible by the efforts of Catholic Community Services of Western Washington in his weekly Catholic Northwest Progress “In Joy and Hope” column. “Catholic Community Services of…
Providence Hospital Christmas Tree Gala – Open Poem/Remarks
Archbishop Murphy wrote and delivered this poem at the opening of a Christmas fundraising event for Providence Hospital in Seattle, WA.
First Sunday of Advent
Archbishop Murphy celebrated Mass on the first Sunday of Advent in St. James Cathedral in Seattle, WA. His homily describes all of God’s children as a people of hope, love and waiting. He reminds all present to take to heart…