Lectio et Oratio

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What was the reaction of the Archbishop of Calcutta to her disclosing what happened to her in Darjeeling?

He had three main concerns. We read about how Mother answered those concerns, especially the charge that she was being too sentimental. At the same time, Mother reveals two secrets about her spiritual life.

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What was the reaction of Mother's spiritual director to her disclosing what happened to her in Darjeeling?

Ignore it. Fr Van Exem first tried to tell Mother Teresa not to think about what she had heard from Christ. He wanted to test her obedience. He wanted her to be silent and pray. She had many things to do in her current vocation. If this vision was really from God, Mother would be obedient.

What did Mother first do after her retreat?

She went to see her spiritual director. She believed that obedience was the true path to divine blessing. She wanted the protection of the Church.

What did Mother hear on the train? 

She heard the voice of Christ as though He were speaking directly to her. He heard his voice as St Paul heard Him speak on the road to Emmaus. But this voice was of Christ on the Cross.