Homily for the Twenty seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time 10 5 25 C

Fr. Nicholas Albin, SJ, reflected on how God continually invites each of us into friendship with Him. He shared a personal story from his time in Boston, where a simple act of kindness—sharing a lunch table with a stranger named Donna—led to a meaningful conversation about faith, loss, and rediscovering God’s presence. Through this encounter, Fr. Albin illustrated how friendship with God often begins in small, humble moments of openness and compassion. Connecting the story to Scripture, he reminded listeners that genuine friendship with God, like any relationship, requires effort, prayer, and trust. Even the smallest acts of faith—like a mustard seed—can grow into something profound when nurtured with love and humility.