Book Reviews
“Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed.” Francis Bacon (d. 1626)
Reviewed by Britt Towery, San Angelo, TX
Mother Teresa’s Prescription: Finding Happiness and Peace in Service
Paul A. Wright, M.D., Notre Dame: Ava Marie Press, 2005.
Cardiologist Paul Wright found a purpose for living after meeting Mother Teresa in 1992. His own search for fulfillment did not come through wealth and prestige, but in the beautiful things God was doing through this simple little sister of Calcutta.
Part One relays Dr. Wright’s search which ends in service and Part Two details the “prescription” recommended by Mother Teresa. The ten are basic steps in a fulfilled life: Commitment to community; Reverence for all human life; Compassion and love; Contentment and gratitude; Faith; Humility; Tolerance; Patience; Forgiveness; and Honesty.
At the end of each short chapter there are lists of things to consider regarding that section. As one who had one brief visit with Mother Teresa (1977) I appreciate the writer’s attempt to share her life and message as probably only a medical doctor could. Dr. Wright’s journey is remarkable. The Medical Mission he began in 2001 provides free prescription drugs to northeastern Ohio residents who cannot afford it. All royalties from the book go to the Missionaries of Charity begun by Mother Teresa.
A useful appendix lists the addresses of the Missionaries of Charity in North America. There are over 200 such houses of ministry world-wide.
