Labor Conference
In his opening remarks at a Labor Conference, Archbishop Murphy reaffirms the partnership the church and organized labor share in safeguarding the well-being of our community. “The common ground which brings us together today is to seek ways to preserve…
The value of Catholic schools
Archbishop Murphy attributes the fundamental success of Catholic schools to a unique partnership between teachers and parents in his weekly Catholic Northwest Progress “In Joy and Hope” column. The archbishop views teaching as a ministry of the church – a…
First Anniversary as Archbishop of Seattle – St. James Cathedral
Archbishop Murphy celebrated a Mass at St. James Cathedral to mark the first anniversary of his role as the leader of the Church of Western Washington. “It is the Eucharist which gives us our identity as a community of faith,”…
Dedication of St. Joseph’s Church – Vancouver, WA
Archbishop Murphy celebrated a Mass to dedicate St. Joseph’s Church in Vancouver, WA. He describes in his homily what a unique opportunity it is for a parish to build a new church – a moment of grace. The archbishop characterizes…
Sisters of Providence – 1992 Jubilee Celebration
Archbishop Murphy delivered this homily at a Mass to celebrate the service anniversaries of 16 members of the Sisters of Providence at Holy Rosary Church in Seattle, WA. Ministering with and to religious women was an integral aspect of Archbishop…
A summer filled with activity
Archbishop Murphy provides an update on a number of topics taking place in the Church of Western Washington and our nation during the Summer of 1992 in his weekly Catholic Northwest Progress “In Joy and Hope” column.
Charismatic Conference 1992 – Tacoma Dome
In his homily delivered at a Mass for the Charismatic Conference in Tacoma, WA, Archbishop Murphy draws the attention of the congregation to God calling each and every one of his children back to experience conversion. “Conversion is not something…
Filipino Apostolate – St. Edward’s Church
The central message of Archbishop Murphy’s homily delivered at a Mass celebrated for the Filipino community at St. Edward’s Church in Seattle, WA is to focus on what is important in life – to focus in on God. He calls…