Mother Teresa of Calcutta

Mother Teresa also known as St. Teresa, was born Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu on August 26, 1910, in Skopje, Ottoman Empire (now North Macedonia). She led an incredible religious life by following God’s will and selflessly serving the poor and the destitute.

Her early life and vocational call laid the foundation for the great works that she would go on to do, later in her life. Mother Teresa is a prominent figure who brought about immense social change and strived to give respect, dignity, and basic needs to the poor and the needy. The Missionaries of Charity is an organization founded by Mother in 1950. It was begun for a genuine and humble purpose, tending to the unwanted and the abandoned. The Missionaries of Charity along with numerous other homes and orphanages function with the help of Mother Teresa donations, received from voluntary donations from individuals, NGOs, and the government.

Early life and upbringing of Mother Teresa

Mother Teresa was raised in a devoted Roman Catholic family, and she was involved in prayer and service from a young age. She was a regular churchgoer and enthusiastically participated in all endeavors and charitable services. She was strongly drawn to God and the religious life.

Mother Teresa was multilingual and spoke about 5 languages fluently, including Serbian, English, and Bengali. This is because she lived in a diverse city that had Bulgarian, Albanian, and Turkish influences, hence, Mother developed a keen appreciation for various languages, cultures, and communities. Her love for the same encouraged her to embrace everyone and love them equally.

It was at the tender age of 12 when Mother felt a strong call to lead a religious life and serve the poor.

How did the transformation of Mother Teresa happen?

Mother Teresa founded the Missionaries of Charity in 1950, after leaving the convent where she was teaching and gaining the approval of the church. She began her work by caring for and providing food and shelter to those living in slums. Her charism and compassion soon drew many young women and together they founded the organization.

Mother Teresa along with the humble sisters, dedicated her life to serving and tending to the poor, sick, abandoned, dying, and the lepers. Her initial efforts began with MOC in Kolkata and for years, Mother could expand her work and her goal in other parts of India as well as to other countries. These homes. Hospices and orphanages are funded by the Mother Teresa Trust. Many people wish to contribute to her legacy and its purpose, they do so by providing financial help for the smooth operation of such establishments.

Conclusion

Mother Teresa's early life is characterized by her unwavering devotion, selfless love, strong faith, and immense empathy for those who were suffering. While we are curious to know so much about the remarkable woman she was, it is equally important for us to understand the loving and faithful child she was before that.

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Location: Kolkata, West Bengal, India

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