A Call Within a Call
On September 10, 1946, a train journey from Calcutta to Darjeeling became a pivotal moment for Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu, known to the world as Mother Teresa. During this trip, she experienced what she later described as a "call within a call." Jesus spoke to her heart, revealing His deep thirst for love and souls, urging her to leave her position as a Loreto Sister and serve the poorest of the poor in the slums of Calcutta. Mother Teresa recounted, "I was to leave the convent and help the poor while living among them. It was an order. To fail would have been to break the faith."
Into the Streets of Calcutta
Embracing this divine command, she stepped into the streets of Calcutta on December 21, 1948, wearing a simple white sari with a blue border, a symbol of her new mission. She began her work alone, with no resources but an unwavering trust in God's guidance. As she once said, "I abandoned myself totally to God, and He guided me."
The Missionaries of Charity
Over time, her efforts blossomed into the Missionaries of Charity, a religious order devoted to serving the destitute. Through her work, Mother Teresa became a beacon of compassion, embodying the love Jesus spoke of. She often reminded others that "many people mistake our work for our vocation. Our vocation is the love of Jesus."
Find Your Own Calcutta
Her legacy of selfless service continues to inspire, affirming her belief that "holiness is not the luxury of the few. It is a simple duty for you and for me… Find your own Calcutta."
By following the call she received on that train, Mother Teresa transformed the lives of countless individuals, demonstrating that with faith, even the most daunting tasks can be accomplished. Jesus' presence was evident in her journey, which she fulfilled with unwavering devotion, bringing glory to God through her life and work.
