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= = Mother Theresa

- __Basic Information__ o Current City: Deceased o Hometown: Skopje, Macedonia o Sex: Female o Birthday: August 26, 1910 o Political Views: Non-political o Religious Views: Christian Fundamentalism o Bio: Born in Skopje, Macedonia on August 26, 1910, I, Mother Teresa was named Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu, to my Albanian family. I was one of three surviving children, and was the youngest child born to my parents. I have an older sister, Aga, and older brother, Lazar. My family was well-off because my father worked as a contractor. When I was nine years old my father, Lazar, suddenly died. His death was thought to be a heart attack or a poisoning by a politically involved person. His death made my interest for religion grow. Before his death, I was in a group at school that spread religious. At just the young age of twelve, I felt a strong need to help the poor. At eighteen years old, I left home to join the Sisters of Loretto at the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Calcutta, India. In 1982, I took my first religious vows, and in 1937, I took my last vows of religion. At the school, I taught many wealthy kids. However, I knew that I could make a bigger difference helping the poor. In 1946, I went off to fulfill my calling to the poor and sick. When I was going to teach in the slums, many people had heard I was going, and they kindly set up facilities to help. Later, I took Indian citizenship. In 1950, I obtained the canonical sanction from the Pope Pius XII. In 1952, I set up Nirman Hriday. It was a hospice type house where people could go to die with dignity. I also set up many places to help the blind, elderly, and disabled. The Indian government gave me the title Padmashri (“Lord of the Lotus”) in 1963. In 1979 I received the Nobel Peace Prize for my humanitarian work. Later in life, I suffered heart problems. I chose Sister Nirmala as my successor. I suffered a heart attack and peacefully died on September 5, 1997. About two years later, Pope John Paul II issued a special order to expedite the canonization process in my memory. o Favorite Quotations: "If we really want to love we must learn how to forgive." - __Relationships__ o Mother: Dronda Bojaxhiu o Father: Nikola Bojaxhiu o Daughters: o Sons: - o Brothers: Lazar o Sisters: Aga - __Likes and Interest__ o Activities: Helping others and going to Church o Interests: Praying and spreading the word of god o Music: Jeremy Camp – Healing Hand of God o Books: The Bible o Movies: Case for a Creator (By Lee Strobel) o Television: Trinity Broadcasting Network - __Education and Work__ o Education: Learned English at Loreto Abbey in Rathfarnham o Employer: Self employed as a missionary/ humanitarian

__Photos:__ Album 1 - Me:

Album 2– Speaking, Interacting with others: ALBUM 3 – Helping the helpless:

__ Groups: __ GROUP 1: Keralites I would fit into this group because they promote harmony among all people. The group is not politically run, and they promote loving God’s own country.

GROUP 2: End Poverty If there were an ideal world, there would be no poverty. That is what I believe and this group promotes my thinking and hopes for the future.

GROUP 3: bssnanj1 This group is a brotherhood of monks and humanitarian workers. Although for men only, I fit into this group because I promote their work of helping others with no bias. GROUP 4: againstslaughter This group fits me because it is against the slaughtering of horses. Every day, innocent people and animals are killed for unnecessary reasons. I support this groups mission to end the slaughter of horses and hope that one day, no one is harmed or killed because of prejudice or hatred.

GROUP 5:  Cheerful-Hearts-and-Hands I joined this group because it was formed based on the scriptures of God. The group makes handmade items to donate to those who are less fortunate and need a helping hand. GROUP 6:  artisttradingcards I joined this group because they share art, which is something that all members have in common. They share the love and passion for the same thing and use their energy in a productive, joyful manner.

GROUP 7:  humanitarianworldwide I joined this group provides emergency relief to people in need. The group is looking for companies who support humanitarian work. Since it is my personal philosophy and life’s work to give back, this group is and should be an inspiration to many people.

GROUP 8:   youngprpros This group is great because it is trying to spread teens to go towards public relations. This topic can inspire many teens to help and their jobs as they grow up can be productive, and help others.

GROUP 9: WORDofGOD_DailyBread This group fits me because it speaks of the bible. Being Christian, and looking up to God for strength, this group is great because it could spread the Christian word of God.

GROUP 10: womenNpower This group fits me because it praises God. It encourages women to accept God and accept his words into their lives. The group promotes glorifying Jesus, which is what has inspired me to devote my life to humanitarian work.

**QUIZ 1:** Which era are you from?
 * __ Quizzes __**
 * - RESULTS:** You are very hip, and you love peace signs and are carefree!
 * - EXPLANATION:** This fits me, Mother Teresa, because at the young age of 12, I decided I wanted to spread the word of God. My mission in life was to help others, and bring peace to as many people as possible.
 * QUIZ 2:** How emotional are you?
 * - RESULTS:** Your cool. You may be emotional at times but you know how to control yourself in front of people. Good job!
 * - EXPLANATION:** This fits me because I have a huge heart, and love to help other people, but I am collected and composed in front of others. I am passionate about God, and spreading his word, to the point that I can become emotional talking about God or those who need my help.
 * QUIZ 3:**What superhero are you?
 * - RESULTS:** Batman! You are an out-going super hero like batman! Most likley to be seen at night, your wear darker colors and fight strange villians!
 * - EXPLANATION:** The quiz results fit me because many would describe me as a super hero. My passion in life is helping others. Although this quiz says that I wear dark colors, I do not. I wear my traditional blue and white nun outfit.
 * QUIZ 4:**Are you a good bestie?
 * - RESULTS:** Yes, you are a good bestie. Way to be a good friend good for you.
 * - EXPLANATION:** This quiz says that I am a best friend. I think these results are accurate because I do help so many people and try to make friends with as many people as possible because I care about the humanity of every person.
 * QUIZ 5:**What color represents you?
 * - RESULTS:** Gold - You are popular and tend to make friends (and boy/girlfriends) easily. You are glamorous, and you walk through the hallways with your head held high and proud.
 * - EXPLANATION:** This quiz describes me because I am confident in what I do. I spread the word of God, and I am confident every day that he would want me to be helping others.