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A Voice in the Desert

by Fr. Colten Symmes

A Voice in the Desert, named in reference to John the Baptist, is a collection of material by Fr. Colten Symmes that focuses on living a life of discipleship of the Lord Jesus Christ.

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  1. What's Your Cred?

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “What's Your Cred?” This homily is based on Easter Sunday (Year A). Delivered on April 12, 2020 at St. Thomas, the Apostle Catholic Church in Long Beach, MS

  2. Faith: Closing Your Eyes

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Faith: Closing Your Eyes.” This homily is based on the 2nd Sunday in Lent (Year A). Delivered on March 8, 2020 at St. Thomas, the Apostle Catholic Church in Long Beach, MS First Reading: Genesis 12:1-4a Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 33 Second Reading: 2 Timothy 1:8b-10...

  3. Be Holy

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Be Holy.” This homily is based on the 7th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A). Delivered on February 23, 2020 at St. Thomas, the Apostle Catholic Church in Long Beach, MS First Reading: Leviticus 19:1-2; 17-18 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 103 Second Reading: 1 Corinthians...

  4. Jesus: What's Right With the World

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Jesus: What's Right With the World.” This homily is based on the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A). Delivered on February 16, 2020 at St. Thomas, the Apostle Catholic Church in Long Beach, MS First Reading: Sirach 15:15-20 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 119 Second...

  5. Distinctive Disciples

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Distinctive Disciples.” This homily is based on the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A). Delivered on February 09, 2020 at St. Thomas, the Apostle Catholic Church in Long Beach, MS First Reading: Isaiah 58:7-10 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 112 Second Reading: 1...

  6. Lights in the Darkness

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Lights in the Darkness.” This homily is based on the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A). Delivered on January 26, 2020 at St. Thomas, the Apostle Catholic Church in Long Beach, MS First Reading: Isaiah 8:23-9:3 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 27 Second Reading: 1...

  7. Sainthood is Now

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Sainthood is Now.” This homily is based on the 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A). Delivered on January 19, 2020 at St. Thomas, the Apostle Catholic Church in Long Beach, MS. First Reading: Isaiah 49:3,5-6 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 40:2,4,7-10 Second Reading: 1...

  8. Beloved

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “I Am Beloved.” This homily is based on the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord (Year A). Delivered on January 12, 2020 at the St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Long Beach, MS. First Reading: Isaiah 42:1-9 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 29 Second Reading: Acts 10:34-43...

  9. The Greatest Christmas Gift

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “The Greatest Christmas Gift.” This homily is based on the Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord (Year A). Delivered on January 5, 2020 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Isaiah 60:1-6 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 72…

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  10. Three P's in a Holy Family

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “3 P's in a Holy Family.” This homily is based on the Feast of the Holy Family (Year A). Delivered on December 29, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Sirach 3:2-6; 12-14 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 128 Second...

  11. Wake Up ... It's All For You

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Wake Up ... It's All For You.” This homily is based on the Vigil of the Nativity of the Lord (Christmas). Delivered on December 24, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Isaiah 62:1-5 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm…

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  12. He's Got Some Big Plans

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “He's Got Some Big Plans.” This homily is based on the 4th Sunday in Advent (Year A). Delivered on December 22, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Isaiah 7:10-14 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 24 Second Reading:...

  13. Build Your Ark

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Build Your Ark.” This homily is based on the 1st Sunday in Advent (Year A). Delivered on December 1, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Isaiah 2:1-5 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 122: 1-2, 3-4, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9…

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  14. The Feast of Thanksgiving

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “The Feast of Thanksgiving.” This homily is based on the Thanksgiving Day (Year I). Delivered on November 28, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.

  15. Devoted

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Devoted.” This homily is based on the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). Delivered on November 16, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.

  16. To All the Women

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “To All the Women.” This homily is based on the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). Delivered on November 3, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Wisdom 11:22-12: 2 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 145 Second…

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  17. Don't Miss Jesus

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Don't Miss Jesus.” This homily is based on the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). Delivered on October 27, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Sirach 35:12-14, 16-18 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 34 Second...

  18. Jesus, Have Mercy on Me

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Jesus, Have Mercy on Me.” This homily is based on the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). Delivered on October 19, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: 2 Kings 5:14-17 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 98 Second...

  19. Unanswered Prayers

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents “Unanswered Prayers.” This homily is based on the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). Delivered on October 6, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Habbakuk 1:2-3; 2:2-4 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 95 Second...

  20. Nothing Compares

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents “Nothing Compares.” This homily is based on the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). Delivered on September 29, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Amos 6:1A, 4-7 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 146:7, 8-9, 9-10...

  21. Be a Hater

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Be a Hater.” This homily is based on the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). Delivered on September 8, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Wisdom 9:13-18B Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 90 Second Reading…

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  22. We Don't Need No Therapist Jesus

    This week we have a Guest Homilist, Fr. Phillip Neri Powell, OP, Director of Homiletics at Notre Dame Seminary. Fr. Powell, OP presents, “We Don't Need No Therapy Jesus.” This homily is based on the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). First Reading: Jeremiah 38:4-6, 8-10 Responsorial Psalm:...

  23. The Treasure & The Heart

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “The Treasure & The Heart.” This homily is based on the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). First Reading: Wisdom 18:6-9 Responsorial Psalm: PS 33:1, 12, 18-19, 20-22 Second Reading: Hebrews 11:1-2, 8-19 Gospel Reading: Luke 12:32-48

  24. Neighbor

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Neighbor.” This homily is based on the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). First Reading: Deuteronomy 30:10-14 Responsorial Psalm: Ps 69:14, 17, 30-31, 33-34, 36, 37 Second Reading: Colossians 1:15-20 Gospel Reading: Luke 10:25-37

  25. His Presence is Waiting to be Found

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “His Presence is Waiting to be Found.” This homily is based on the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). First Reading: Isaiah 66:10-14c Responsorial Psalm: Ps 66:1-3, 4-5, 6-7, 16, 20 Second Reading: Galatians 6:14-18 Gospel Reading: Luke 10:1-12, 17-20

  26. The Eternal Promise Land

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “The Eternal Promise Land.” This homily is based on the Solemnity The Ascension of the Lord Sunday (Year C). Delivered on June 2, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Acts 1:1-11 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm…

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  27. Stretching Love

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Stretching Love.” This homily is based on the 5th Sunday in Easter (Year C). Delivered on May 19, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Acts 14:21-27 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 149:8-9, 10-11, 12-13 Second…

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  28. The Resurrection Changes Everything

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “The Resurrection Changes Everything” This homily is based on the 2nd Sunday in Easter [Divine Mercy Sunday] (Year C). Delivered on April 28, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Acts 5:12-16 Responsorial Psalm:...

  29. Still Rolling Stones

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Still Rolling Stones.” This homily was given on Easter Sunday (Year C). Delivered on April 21, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Acts 10:34A; 37-43 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23 Second...

  30. Lenten Mission: Falling in Love with the Lord (Fr. Kurt Young) [Part 2]

    Fr. Kurt Young presents a Lenten Mission at Nativity BVM Cathedral entitled, "Falling in Love with the Lord." Fr. Kurt provides insights and tools to help the listener understand what a relationship with God is and is not and how to practically cultivate that relationship.

  31. Lenten Mission: Falling in Love with the Lord (Fr. Kurt Young) [Part 1]

    Fr. Kurt Young presents a Lenten Mission at Nativity BVM Cathedral entitled, "Falling in Love with the Lord." Fr. Kurt provides insights and tools to help the listener understand what a relationship with God is and is not and how to practically cultivate that relationship.

  32. The Father Awaits You

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “The Father Awaits You.” This homily is based on the 4th Sunday in Lent (Year C). Delivered on March 31, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Joshua 5:9A, 10-12 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 34 Second Reading: 2...

  33. Choosing Between Wells

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Choosing Between Wells.” This homily is based on the 3rd Sunday in Lent (Year C). Delivered on March 24, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Exodus 17:3-7 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 95 Second Reading: Romans...

  34. Make This Lent Different

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Make This Lent Different.” This homily is based on the 8th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). Delivered on March 3, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Sirach 27:4-7 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 92 Second Reading…

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  35. Don't Judge Me

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Don't Judge Me.” This homily is based on the 7th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). Delivered on February 24, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: 1 Samuel 26:2, 7-9,12-13,22-23 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm...

  36. Whoa! That's Some Woes

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Whoah! That's Some Woes.” This homily is based on the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). Delivered on February 17, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Jeremiah 17:5-8 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 1:1-4, 6…

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  37. Your Sin Is No Longer An Excuse

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Your Sin Is No Longer An Excuse.” This homily is based on the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). Delivered on February 10, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Isaiah 6:1-2, 3-8 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms...

  38. Mass Is Not About You

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Mass Is Not About You.” This homily is based on the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). Delivered on February 3, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Jeremiah 1:4-5, 17-19 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 71:1-2,...

  39. Your Words Are Spirit and Life

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Your Words Are Spirit and Life.” This homily is based on the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). Delivered on January 27, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Nehemiah 8:2-4, 5-6, 8-10 Responsorial Psalm:...

  40. Jesus, the Bridegroom

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Jesus, the Bridegroom.” This homily is based on the 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). Delivered on January 13, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Isaiah 62:1-5 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 96:1-2, 2-3, 7-8,...

  41. Fathers, Lead Your Families!

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Fathers, Lead Your Families!” This homily is based on the Feast of the Holy Family (Year C). Delivered on December 31, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 128:1-2,...

  42. His Story

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “His Story.” This homily is based on the Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord (Year C). Delivered on 12252018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Isaiah 62:1-5 Responsorial Psalm: PS 89:4-5, 16-17, 27, 29. Second...

  43. The Secret to Joy

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “The Secret of Joy” This homily is based on the 3rd Sunday of Advent (Year C). Delivered on December 16, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Zephaniah 3:14-18a Responsorial Psalm: Isaiah 12:2-3, 4, 5-6 Second...

  44. Discern the Value

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Discern the Value” This homily is based on the 2nd Sunday of Advent (Year C). Delivered on December 9, 2108 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Baruch 5:1-9 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 126: 1-2, 2-3, 4-5, 6 Second...

  45. Who Is This King?

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Who Is This King?” This homily is based on the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe (Year B). Delivered on November 25, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Daniel 7:13-14 Responsorial…

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  46. I Give God My _____

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “I Give God My ___” This homily is based on the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B). Delivered on November 11, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: 1 Kings 17:10-16 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 146: 7, 8-9, 9-10...

  47. The Power of Silence

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “The Power of Silence” This homily is based on the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B). Delivered on November 4, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Deuteronomy 6:2-6 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 18:2-3;3-4; 47;...

  48. The Crossable Bridge

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “The Crossable Bridge.” This homily is based on the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B). Delivered on October 21, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Is 53:10-11 Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 33:4-5, 18-19, 20, 22...

  49. Don't Settle For Good

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Don't Settle For Good.” This homily is based on the 28th Sunday in 2018 (Year B). Delivered on October 14, 2108 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Wis 7:1-11 Responsorial Psalm: Ps 90:12-13, 14-15, 16-17 Second...

  50. Be Taken Aside

    Fr. Colten Symmes presents, “Be Taken Aside.” This homily is based on the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B). Delivered on September 9, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS. First Reading: Isaiah 35:4-7a Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 146:7,8-9,9-10 Second...

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A Voice in the Desert, named in reference to John the Baptist, is a collection of material by Fr. Colten Symmes that focuses on living a life of discipleship of the Lord Jesus Christ.

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