Good - Mother Teresa

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  • Born

    Mother Teresa was born in Macedonia under the name Anjezë Gonxhe Bojaxhiu (which would later be changed). She was the youngest of three children.

  • Joins Sisters of Loreto at Loreto Abbey

    Leaving home she joined the Sisters of Loreto at Loreto Abbey in Rathfarnham, Ireland, with the intention of becoming a missionary.

  • Takes Religious Vows

    Taking her religious vows as a nun she changed her name to Teresa and dedicated her life to God.

  • The Call

    While travelling on a train Teresa experienced what she called as as "the call within the call". At this time she made the decision to leave the convent and help the poor.

  • Missionaries of Charity

    Teresa starts the diocesan congregation, the Missionaries of Charity. Intending to care for those that were less fortunate in society.

  • Home of the Dying

    In 1952, the Home for the Dying was opened. It was a place where people could receive medical help and be able to die with dignity.

  • The Children's Home of the Immaculate Heart

    During this year Mother Teresa opened a home for orphans and homeless youths. It was called the Children's Home of the Immaculate Heart.

  • Dies

    Mother Teresa dies in Calcutta, India.