September 5th marks the day of remembrance in honor of one of the modern-day heros. Millions of people knew her, and the work she did seemingly tirelessly in the streets of India and throughout the world. Untold stories are recounted of her gentle but persistent nature and the unrelenting spirit that kept her going each day.
'Who is this miracle worker', you may ask; none other than Blessed Teresa of Calcutta. 'Mother' as she was known to the Sisters of Charity, found her strength in the hour of prayer she observed every morning, in the pre-dawn darkness. From first light, she moved untiringly through the streets of Calcutta seeking out the poorest of the poor, always seeking to provide them with at least a modicum of dignity and respect.
I'm not the only one to write about Mother Teresa today. In fact I wouldn't be surprised at all that there would be more than a little ink spilled in remembrance of her example of incarnating gospel values which continues to inspire so many today.
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