Mother Teresa of Calcutta: A Personal Portrait: 50 Inspiring Stories Never Before Told

I was looking for a complete book about this exceptional woman after having an interest in her life, piqued by many short stories. I purchased a few "Theresa of Calcutta" books, at the same time, not being able to make up my mind. This book was by far, the best of the offerings. The author spent a lot of time with Mother Theresa and the stories are very inspirational from how he got involved in the first place to travels into communist countries. This is an up close and very personal account by an excellent chronicler of his experiences and his observations. It should stand the test of time and not too many of those who follow us should find this the work of an over-zealous, religious fanatic. By the nature of her life and because some of us are always searching for truth and looking for more, this book does not end the quest. It merely takes you much further (or is it farther or does it really matter if you get my message?) down the road of insight. I hope you buy or borrow the book and read it. Mother Theresa of Calcutta is a real Saint.

I'm not a book person but this is so easy and friendly to read, very nice story of Mother Teresa

I have been researching the life of this woman for some time, and felt that there are yet no biographies of her that fulfil my expectations, so to speak. And although this is no biography or intends to be, it's the first book that really made me "feel" the heart of this amazing human being. In a straightforward simple language it conveys an encounter with her as if we were present observers in her life.Thank you father Leo, for it has been a beautiful experience. It is a dammed great book!

Monsignor Maasburg gives a riveting personal memoir of travels and events with Mother Teresa, offering a glimpse behind-the-scenes of this remarkable woman, making apparent the ordinariness of holiness, which is comprised of the accumulation of a succession of small events. That Mother Teresa should have said that we must do small things with great love, and that we are called to be faithful rather than ''successful'' (in the worldly way) -- these truths are brought into magnificent relief by this riveting personal memoir of Monsignor Maasburg, who served as interpreter and confessor for Mother Teresa for many years. The book is replete with anecdotes that explicate for us, again, the myriad "small things" that Mother did that taken together amounted to a life of holiness. Thanks to Monsignor Maasburg for sharing these stories, through which we gain additional perspective on Mother's "ordinariness" in matters small and great. A book that edifies, because the author allows its subject to shine through in all her saintliness.

This book is another opportunity to learn more about this saint who lived and loved in our time. She is such a model for us all of what Our Lord expects us to do to help those in need as her mentor, Jesus did. Every word in this book exudes her presence as she shows how to live the plan for her life that God meant for her to do. She lived a life of grace, love and trust in Our Lord and now is rewarded to be in His presence for all of eternity. This book is an inspiration to all who feel that their lives are not what they want them to be. Bl. Teresa would say then take off and find how you can help others and your cup will filled to overflowing!

Lots of wonderful stories about Mother Teresa that I had not read before. The Father that wrote it was herconfessor for many years. Father Maasburg tells these short stories that happened when he traveled with Mother.They are interesting and give a unique insight into her personality. It also has some humor to it. Father did a great jobwriting it. I highly recommend this book.

The book was great and taught me allot about the church and the Catholic faith and beliefs that mother Teresa taight

I met Fr. Leo and wanted to read this book. So glad I did. Wow! What a privilege to feel up close and personal to a saint. These stories will bring you closer to Mother Teresa and be inspired to give your heart more to Jesus.

I couldn’t put this book down! Lots of beautiful stories about Mother Teresa. Very inspiring! Thanks to Father Leo for writing this book.I nearly finish the whole book already but I think I will read this again and again during my life...

A truely inspirational book, what an amazing lady she was.

Found it boring

A maybe less than candid portrayal of Mother Theresa but nonethe less telling.

Best biography I have read about Mother T. Father Leo gives an special insight to Mother T's character no other book has managed. Well worth cost to keep on the bookshelf.