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The Virtues. Cultivating Character. Topics. Virtues Theological Virtues Cardinal Virtues. Objectives. Understand that virtues are character strengths that we develop over time through consistent use Know that the Theological Virtues of Faith, Hope and Love are gifts from God. Objectives.
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The Virtues CultivatingCharacter
Topics • Virtues • Theological Virtues • Cardinal Virtues
Objectives • Understand that virtues are character strengths that we develop over time through consistent use • Know that the Theological Virtues of Faith, Hope and Love are gifts from God
Objectives • Understand that Cardinal Virtues of prudence, fortitude, justice and temperance. • A virtuous person is a person of integrity. • Appreciating that an important aspect of the moral life is creating communities of character.
Character • the features and attributes that make up our individuality • Refers to the inclinations toward goodness or evil that are part of the fabric of a person’s being.
Good Character • Results when we cultivate our unique traits and use them in positive ways
Virtues • Character strengths • From the Latin meaning “strength and power” • Good qualities • Positive habits and patterns of behavior
Virtues • Helps us to build and strengthen our character • Habits of the heart • A sense of self discipline
Vices • Are character weaknesses • Bad qualities, habits and patterns of behavior • Negative behavior patterns