Our foundress.
A civilization of love.
The remarkable life of Mother Teresa of St. Rose of Lima, and the mission that continues through Carmel.
of love.Est. 1887 · Ernakulam
St. Rose of Lima
A life of service
and quiet courage.
Born in Chennai in 1858, Mary Grace became Sr. Teresa of St. Rose of Lima — a teacher, and later the founder of a congregation devoted to the poor and marginalised.
- 1858
Born in Chennai to devout Catholic parents; educated by her father after her mother's early death.
- 1886
Began teaching at a struggling school in Alleppey, Kerala, and quickly turned it into a success.
- 1887
Founded the Congregation of Carmelite Sisters of St. Teresa in Ernakulam, serving the needy and oppressed.
- Legacy
Built a 'civilization of love' — caring for the sick, destitute and famine-hit through selfless service.
- 1902
Passed away in a tragic accident; her congregation carried her mission forward.
- Today
Over 120 branches worldwide — schools, hospitals and homes — living 'Empowerment through Education'.