Terrence J. Murphy Institute

for Catholic Thought, Law and Public Policy

The Terrence J. Murphy Institute for Catholic Thought, Law and Public Policy is a collaboration between the Center for Catholic Studies and the School of Law at the University of St. Thomas. The institute explores the various interactions between law and Catholic thought on topics ranging from workers' rights to criminal law to marriage and family.

Upcoming Events

The Challenges of Mission-focused Leadership at a Catholic University

Thursday, June 14, 2012

Catholic Mission series featuring John Garvey, President of Catholic University.

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The Catholic University in the 21st Century

Friday, October 5, 2012

Catholic Mission Series featuring Patricia O'Hara

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Teaching Guide Now Available

The Murphy Institute has commissioned a Teaching Guide for the book Women, Sex, and the Church.  Available as a free download here!

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