Mother TheresaMother Teresa's role as an influential leader was to help those who were in poverty. During 1931-1948 she taught at St. Mary's High school in Calcutta, but the suffering and poverty she glimpsed outside the convent walls made such a deep impression on her that in 1948 she received permission from her superiors to leave the convent school and devote herself to working among the poorest of the poor. Even though she had no funds, she depended on Divine Providence, and Started an open- air school for slum children. Soon she was joined by voluntary helpers, and financial support was also forthcoming. Because of all the funds and financial aid, she was able to extend the scope of her work. Her gifts and talents consisted of a kind heart and determination to serve humanity without aspiring for position. Her skills were demonstrated by creating and orphanage without any funds, following God's plan for her, she assisted many people who needed her help even when things got fou...