A Voice in the Desert: Recent Episodes
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.
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
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
Gospel Reading: Matthew 17:1-9
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 3:16-23
Gospel Reading: Matthew 5:38-48
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 Reading: 1 Corinthians 2:6-10
Gospel Reading: Matthew 5:17-37
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 Corinthians 2:1-5
Gospel Reading: Matthew 5:13-16
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 Corinthians 1:10, 13-17
Gospel Reading: Matthew 4:12-23
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 Corinthians 1:1-3
Gospel Reading: John 1:29-34
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
Gospel Reading: Matthew 3:13-17
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
Second Reading: Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6
Gospel Reading: Matthew 2:1-12
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 Reading: Colossians 3:12-21
Gospel Reading: Matthew 2:13-15; 19-23
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 89
Second Reading: Acts 13:16-17, 22-25
Gospel Reading: Matthew 1:18-24
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: Romans 1:1-7
Gospel Reading: Matthew 1:18-24
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
Second Reading: Romans 13:11-14
Gospel Reading: Matthew 24:37-44
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.
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.
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 Reading: 2 Thessalonians 1:11-2:2
Gospel Reading: Luke 19:1-10
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 Reading: 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18
Gospel Reading: Luke 18:9-14
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 Reading: 2 Timothy 2:8-13
Gospel Reading: Luke 17:11-19
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 Reading: 2 Timothy 1:6-8, 13-14
Gospel Reading: Luke 17:5-10
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
Second Reading: 1 Timothy 6:11-16
Gospel Reading: Luke 16:19-31
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: Philemon 9-10, 12-17
Gospel Reading: Luke 14:25-33
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: Psalm 40:2, 3, 4, 18
Second Reading: Hebrews 12:1-4
Gospel Reading: Luke 12:49-53
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
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
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
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 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9
Second Reading: Ephesians 1:17-23
Gospel Reading: Luke 24:46-53
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 Reading: Revelation 21:1-5a
Gospel Reading: John 13:31-33a, 34-35
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: Psalm 118:2-4 13-15, 22-23
Second Reading: Revelation 1:11A, 12-13, 17-19
Gospel Reading: John 20:19-31
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 Reading: Colossians 3:1-4
Gospel Reading: John 20:1-9
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.
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.
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 Corinthians 5:17-21
Gospel Reading: Luke 15:1-3, 11-52
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 5:1-2, 5-8
Gospel Reading: John 4:9-42
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: 1 Corinthians 15:54-58
Gospel Reading: Luke 6:39:45
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 103:1-4,8,10,12-13
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:45-49
Gospel Reading: Luke 6:27-38
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
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:12, 16-20
Gospel Reading: Luke 6:17, 20-26
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 138:1-2, 2-3, 4-5, 7-8
Second Reading: First Corinthians 15:1-11
Gospel Reading: Luke 5:1-11
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, 3-4, 5-6, 15-17
Second Reading: First Corinthians 12:31-13:13
Gospel Reading: Luke 4:21-30
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: Psalms 19:8, 9, 10, 15
Second Reading: First Corinthians 12:12-30
Gospel Reading: Luke 1:1-4, 4:14-21
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, 9-10
Second Reading: First Corinthians 12:4-11
Gospel Reading: John 2:1-12
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, 3, 4-5
Second Reading: Colossians 3:12-17
Gospel Reading: Luke 2:41-52
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 Reading: Acts 13:16-17, 22-25
Gospel Reading: Matthew 1:18-25
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 Reading: Philippians 4:4-7
Gospel Reading: Luke 3:10-18
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 Reading: Philippians 1:4-6, 8-11
Gospel Reading: Luke 3:1-6
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 Psalm: Psalm 93:1, 1-2, 5
Second Reading: Revelation 1:5-8
Gospel Reading: John 18:33B-37
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
Second Reading: Hebrews 9:24-28
Gospel Reading: Mark 12:38-44
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; 51
Second Reading: Hebrews 7:23-28
Gospel Reading: Mark 12:28B-34
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
Second Reading: Heb 4:14-16
Gospel Reading: Mark 10:35-45
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 Reading: Heb 4:12-13
Gospel Reading: Mk 10:17-30
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 Reading: James 2:1-5
Gospel Reading: Mark 7:31-37
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Right Religion." This homily is based on the 22nd Sunday in OT (Year B). Delivered on September 2, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
First Reading: Deuteronomy 4:1-2,6-8
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 15:2-3,3-4,4-5
Second Reading: James 1:17-18,21b-22,27
Gospel Reading: Mark 7:1-8,14-15,21-23
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "To Whom Shall We Go?" This homily is based on the 21st Sunday in OT (Year B). Delivered on August 26, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
First Reading: Joshua 24:1-2a,15-17,18b
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 34:2-3,16-17,18-19,20-21
Second Reading: Ephesians 5:21-32
Gospel Reading: John 6:60-69
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Love Become Flesh." This homily is based on the 20th Sunday in OT (Year B). Delivered on August 19, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
First Reading: Proverbs 9:1-6
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 34:2-3,4-5,6-7
Second Reading: Ephesians 5:15-20
Gospel Reading: John 6:51-58
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Faith to Eat." This homily is based on the 19th Sunday in OT (Year B). Delivered on August 12, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
First Reading: 1Kings 19:4-8
Responsorial Psalm Psalm 34:2-3,4-5,6-7,8-9
Second Reading: Ephesians 4:30—5:2
Gospel: John 6:41-51
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "They Had Their Fill." This homily is based on the 17th Sunday in OT (Year B). Delivered on July 29, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
First Reading:2 Kings 4:42-44
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 145:10-11,15-16,17-18
Second Reading: Ephesians 1:3-14
Gospel: John 6:1-15
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Responding to Rejection." This homily is based on the 15th Sunday in OT (Year B). Delivered on July 15, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
First Reading: Amos 7:12-15
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 85
Second Reading: Ephesians 1:3-14
Gospel: Mark 6:7-13
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "The Power of Freedom." This homily is based on the 13th Sunday in OT (Year B). Delivered on July 1, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
First Reading: Wisdom 1:13-15; 2:23-24
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 30
Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 8:7, 9, 13-15
Gospel: Mark 5:21-43
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "He Must Increase." This homily is based on the Solemnity of St. John the Baptist (Year B). Delivered on June 24, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
First Reading: Isaiah 49:1-6
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 139
Second Reading: Acts 13:22-26
Gospel: Luke 1:57-66, 80
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Courage, Dear Heart." This homily is based on the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B). Duelivered on June 17, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
First Reading: Ezekiel 17:22-24
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 92
Second Reading: 2 Cor 5:6-10
Gospel: Mark 4:26-34
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Where Are You?" This homily is based on the 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B). Delivered on June 10, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
First Reading: Gen 3:9-15
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 130
Second Reading: 2 Cor 4:13-5:1
Gospel: Mark 3:20-35
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "As LOVE Loves." This homily is based on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. Delivered on May 26, 2018 at the Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS.
First Reading: Deut 4:32-34, 39-40
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 33
Second Reading: Rom 8:14-17
Gospel: Matthew 28:16-20
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Fear to Fortitude." This homily is based on Pentecost Sunday. Delivered on May 20, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
First Reading: Acts 2:1-11
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 104
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:3B-7; 12-13
Gospel: John 20:19-23
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "The Joy of Obedience." This homily is based on the Sixth Sunday of Easter. Delivered on May 6, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
Acts 10:25-26, 34-36, 44-48
Psalm 91:1, 2-3, 3-4
1 John 4:7-10
John 15:9-17
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Without Me You Can Do Nothing." This homily is based on the Fifth Sunday of Easter. Delivered on April 29, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Acts 9:26-31 Psalm: 22:26-28, 30-32 Reading 2: 1 John 3:18-24 Gospel: John 15:1-8
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "One Flock, One Shepherd." This homily is based on the Fourth Sunday of Easter. Delivered on April 22, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Acts 4:8-12 Psalm: 118:1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 28-29 Reading 2: 1 John 3:1-2 Gospel: John 10:11-18
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Faith is Not Blind." This homily is based on the Third Sunday of Easter. Delivered on April 15, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Acts 3:13-15, 17-19 Psalms: 4:2, 4, 7-8,9 Reading 2: 1 John 2:1-5 Gospel: Luke 24:35-48
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "The River of Faith." This homily is based on Divine Mercy Sunday (2nd Sunday of Easter). Delivered on April 8, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Acts 4:32-35 Psalms: 118:2-4, 13-15, 22-24 Reading 2: 1 John 5:1-6 Gospel: John 20:19-31
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "The Resurrection: The Greatest April Fools Joke That Never Was." This homily is based on Easter Sunday. Delivered on April 1, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Acts 10:34, 37-43 Psalms: 118:1-2, 16-17,22-23 Reading 2: Colossians 3:1-4 Gospel: John 20:1-9
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Oils & Palms." This homily is based on Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord. Delivered on March 25, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
Procession Gospel: Mark 11:1-10
Reading 1: Isaiah 50:4-7 Psalms: 22:8-9, 17-20, 23-24 Reading 2: Philippians 2:6-11 Gospel: Mark 14:1-15:47
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "New Covenant, New Commitment." This homily is based on the Fifth Sunday in Lent. Delivered on March 18, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Jeremiah 31:31-34 Psalms: 51:3-4, 12-15 Reading 2: Hebrews 5:7-9 Gospel: John 12:20-33
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Loving God Basically." This homily is based on the Third Sunday in Lent. Delivered on March 5, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Exodus 20:1-17 Psalms: 19:8-11 Reading 2: 1 Corinthians 1:22-25 Gospel: John 2:13-25
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Who's Following Who?" This homily is based on the Second Sunday in Lent. Delivered on February 25, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Genesis 22:1-2, 9-13, 15-18 Psalms: 116:10, 15-19 Reading 2: Romans 8:31-34 Gospel: Mark 9:2-10
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "The Healer of Hearts." This homily is based on the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Delivered on February 5, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Job 7:1-4, 6-7
Psalms: 147:1-2, 3-4, 5-6
Reading 2: 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23
Gospel: Mark 1:29-39
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Hearing His Voice in the Battle." This homily is based on the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Delivered on January 28, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Deuteronomy 18:15-20 Psalms: 95:1-2, 6-7, 7-9 Reading 2: 1 Corinthians 7:32-35 Gospel: Mark 1:21-28
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "They Abandoned Their Nets." This homily is based on the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. Delivered on January 21, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Jonah 3:1-5,10
Psalms: 25:4-9
Reading 2: 1 Corinthians 7:29-31
Gospel: Mark 1:14-20
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "What Are You Looking For?" This homily is based on the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time. Delivered on January 14, 2018 at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Samuel 3:3-10, 19
Psalms: 40:2, 4,7-10
Reading 2: Corinthians 6:13-15, 17-20
Gospel: John 1:35-42
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Open Your Treasure." This homily is based on the Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord. January 7, 2018. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Isaiah 60:1-6
Psalms: 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-13
Reading 2: Ephesians 3:2-3, 5-6
Gospel: Matthew 2: 1-12
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "No Family, No Future." This homily is based on the Feast of the Holy Family. December 31, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Sirach 3:2-7, 12-14
Psalms: 128:1-5
Reading 2: Colossians 3:12-21
Gospel: Luke 2:22-40
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "O Silent, Holy, Luminous Night" This homily is based on the the Vigil Mass of the Nativity of the Lord (Christmas). December 24, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Isaiah 62:1-5
Psalms: Psalm 89:4-5, 16-17, 27, 29
Reading 2: Acts 13:16-17, 22-25
Gospel: Matthew 1:18-25
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Rejoice, Rejoice!" This homily is based on the 3rd Sunday in Advent. December 17, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Isaiah 61:1-2, 10-11
Psalms: Luke 1:46-50, 53-54
Reading 2: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24
Gospel: John 1:6-8, 19-28
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Where's Your Voice in the Desert?" This homily is based on the 2nd Sunday in Advent. December 10, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Isaiah 40:1-5,9-11
Psalms: 85:9-14
Reading 2: 2 Peter 3:8-14
Gospel: Mark 1:1-8
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "In Your Hearts Enthron Him." This homily is based on the 1st Sunday in Advent. December 4, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Isaiah 63:16-17, 19, 64:2-7
Psalms: 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-26-19
Reading 2: 1 Corinthians 1:3-9
Gospel: Mark 13:33-37
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "In Your Hearts Enthron Him." This homily is based on the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. November 26, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Ezekiel 11-12, 15-17
Psalms: 23: 1-2, 2-3, 5-6
Reading 2: 1 Corinthians 15:20-26, 28
Gospel: Matthew 25: 31-46
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Generous Master." This homily is based on the Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. November 19, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Proverbs 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31
Psalms: 128: 1-2, 3, 4-5
Reading 2: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6
Gospel: Matthew 25: 14-30
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "I Do Not Know You." This homily is based on the Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time. November 12, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Wisdom 6:12-16
Psalms: 63:2,3-4,5-6,7-8
Reading 2: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
Gospel: Matthew 25: 1-13
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "What'd You Call Me? Father?." This homily is based on the Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time.November 5, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Malachi 1:14-2:2, 8-10
Psalms: 131:1-3
Reading 2: 1 Thessalonians 2:7-9,13
Gospel: Matthew 23:1-12
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Step Forward." This homily is based on the Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time. October 29, 2014. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Exodus 22:20-26
Psalm: 18: 2-3, 3-4, 47, 51
Reading 2: 1 Thessalonians 1:5C-10
Gospel: Matthew 22:34-40
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Be A Saint." This Homily is based on The Solemnity of All Saints. November 1, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Revelation 7:2-4, 9-14 Psalms: 24:1BC-2, 3-4AB, 5-6 Reading 2: John 1:1-3 Gospel: Matthew 5:1-12A
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "You Are Not Your Own" This Homily is based on The Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time. October 22, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Isaiah 45:1, 4-6 Psalms: 96:1, 3-5, 7-10 Reading 2: Thessalonians 1:1-5 Gospel: Matthew 22:15-21
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Where's Your Wedding Garment?" This Homily is based on The Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time. October 15, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Isaiah 25:6-10
Psalms: 23:1-6
Reading 2: Philippians 4:12-14, 19-20
Gospel: Matthew 22:1-14
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Tell Me About Your Temple." This Homily is based on The Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time. October 8, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Isaiah 5:1-7
Psalms: 80:9, 12-16, 19-20
Reading 2: Philippians 4: 6-9
Gospel: Matthew 21:33-43
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Forgive Yourself." This Homily is based on The Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. October 1, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Ezekiel 18:25-28
Psalms: 25:4-9
Reading 2: Phillippians 2:1-11
Gospel: Matthew 21: 28-32
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Be For Giving." This Homily is based on The Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time. September 17, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Sirach 27:30-28:9
Psalms: 103:1-4, 9-12
Reading 2: Romans 14:7-9
Gospel: Matthew 18:21-35
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Apostolic: What & Who We Are." This Homily is based on The Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. September 10, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Ezekiel 33:7-9
Psalms: 95:1-2, 6-9
Reading 2: Romans 13:8-10
Gospel: Matthew 18:15-20
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Following the Crucified Lord." This Homily is based on The Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time. September 3, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Jeremiah 20:7-9
Psalms: 63:2-6, 8-9
Reading 2: Romans 12:1-2
Gospel: Matthew 16:21-27
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "The Rock and the Refuge." This Homily is based on The Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time. August 27, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Isaiah 22:19-23
Psalms: 138: 1-2, 2-3, 6, 8
Reading 2: Romans 11:33-36
Gospel: Matthew 16:13-20
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "The Sweet Scraps." This Homily is based on The Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time. August 20, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Isaiah 56:1, 6-7
Psalms: 67:2-3, 5-6, 8
Reading 2: Romans 11:13-15, 29-32
Gospel: Matthew 15:21-28
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Lord, It Is Good That We Are... At Mass." This Homily is based on The The Transfiguration of the Lord. August 30, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14
Psalms: 97:1-2, 5-6, 9
Reading 2: 2 Peter 1:16-19
Gospel: Matthew 17:1-9
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "The Kingdom of Treasure and Pearls." This Homily is based on The Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. July 30, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Biloxi, MS.
Reading 1: 1 Kings 3:5,7-12
Psalms: 119:57,72,76-77,127-130
Reading 2: Romans 8:28-30
Gospel: Matthew 13:44-52
Fr. Colten Symmes presents, "Bless Are Your Ears, Because They Hear His Word." This Homily is based on The Fiftteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. July 16, 2017. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Reading 1: Isaiah 55:10-11
Psalms: 65:10-14
Reading 2: Romans 8:18-23
Gospel: Matthew 13:1-23