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Inspiring the Archdiocese of Baltimore

Tim Murphy, director of creative services for the Archdiocese of Baltimore, who has been working in the professional arts for 15 years, illustrates biblical characters in an ongoing series titled "CR for Kids." The coloring activity, which is designed to enhance a child's faith, is available through Archdiocesan social media channels. (Kevin J. Parks/CR Staff)

Radio Interview: Art, faith and storytelling


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What do animation, comic books and Catholic faith have in common? For Tim Murphy, they are all part of one creative journey.

In this episode of Catholic Review Radio, host George Matysek talks with Murphy, creative services director for the Archdiocese of Baltimore, about his passion for art, his background in animation and the faith that has guided his life’s work. Murphy recounts how prayer and an unexpected opportunity led him to join the archdiocese in 2016 and explains how he uses creative media to share the Gospel and engage audiences of all ages.

From developing CR Kids to writing his graphic novel, “Pirates of Padre Tiempo,” Murphy disc usses the projects that fuel his creativity and his mission.

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