Mother Teresa, also known as Saint Teresa of Calcutta, was a Catholic nun who dedicated her life to serving the poor and sick. Born Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu in 1910 in what is now Skopje, North Macedonia, Mother Teresa joined the Sisters of Loreto at the age of 18 and was sent to Calcutta, India, where she taught at St. Mary's High School for Girls.
In 1948, Mother Teresa experienced a calling from God to leave the convent and work with the poor in the slums of Calcutta. She received permission from the Catholic Church to do so, and founded the Missionaries of Charity, a religious congregation of women who dedicated themselves to serving the poor, sick, and dying.
Mother Teresa's work with the Missionaries of Charity focused on providing medical care, education, and basic necessities such as food, shelter, and clothing to those in need. She established hospices, orphanages, and homes for the elderly, and her work quickly gained international recognition. In 1979, Mother Teresa was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her dedication to helping the poor and suffering.
Mother Teresa's compassion and selflessness inspired many people around the world, and she became a symbol of hope and love for those in need. She continued her work until her death in 1997, at the age of 87. Today, the Missionaries of Charity continue her legacy of service to the poor, and Mother Teresa is remembered as a saint and an inspiration to all who seek to serve others with love and compassion.