Thomas Aquinas

One of the greatest theologians of all time who lived from 1224-1274. What draws me to his story is that he was born into a wealthy family who had big plans for his success. They sent him to the finest private schools, and did their best to equip him to be a successful adult. He met Christ and told his family that he wanted to serve the poor. His family responded by locking him in a tower in their mansion for a year. He finally escaped, and left the comfortable life to follow his calling. He reminds me that God often calls us out of our comfort zones, even if our family and friends think that we are crazy to leave those comforts behind. Thankfully my parents didn't lock me in a tower when I told them I was moving to Homewood!