Love Who You Are: Trust What’s Within You - Fr. Paul Novak 4.26.26- Fr. Paul Novak 4.26.26

Do you ever wonder why your dreams are what they are? Why certain goals have always stayed with you… even when they don’t quite make sense? Why you’re drawn to certain subjects or certain activities? Sometimes those desires can feel foolish, maybe even impractical… or even a little childish. And you may dismissed them, thinking they won’t lead anywhere, won’t make a difference or won’t make any money. And maybe these dreams just keep coming back—and you’re not sure why. We all carry desires, hopes, and expectations—and they’re not random. They’re rooted in who we are. And yet, it’s easy to compare. To look at others and wonder if you should be different. To question your personality… your interests… your path. To feel like you don’t quite fit the mold the world seems to reward. But what if the very things you question… are the very things that matter most? Because at the heart of today’s message is this simple truth: Jesus loves who you are. And those desires in your heart? They’re not accidents. They’re invitations.Invitations to grow. To become. To discover how your life can be a gift—not just for yourself, but for others. Today, Father Paul Novak reminds us that Jesus wants to guide you, to nurture you, to help you grow in love and purpose so that what’s been placed within you can be shared with the world.