Faith: The virtue of faith is so-called the first of all virtues, since it is the faith in the existence of God. God is all beautiful and all good. He is the creator of the universe and all things. We should worship Him and follow His commandments.
Hope: Next to the virtue of faith is the virtue of hope - it is through faith that God is the final destination of man. We aspire to attain God and receive God's grace, blessing, and eternity.
Charity (Love): The two main characteristics of God's love are selflessness and sacrifice. We are created in His image, and it is these very qualities in which Charity motivates the Christian to do what is right in order to bring about the happiness of God and neighbor.
Prudence: Show the gift of prudence to your children. Prudence is “right reason.” It’s exercised by knowing what is truly good for us and then making a plan to do what is right. In order to help your children know what is right, you have to set standards for your family to live by. There are standards that are already set by the Catholic Church: Ten Commandments, Beatitudes and the Sermon on the Mount, two Great Commandments. Know them, live them, teach them.
Fortitude: Show the virtue of fortitude to your children. Fortitude is moral courage. Choosing to do what is right according to God’s will is not easy. By living according to God’s will, you and your child may encounter teasing, criticism, loneliness, or more. Your job is to give your child support and love. Listen to them. Be available to them. Be proud of them. Pray with them and for them.
Temperence: Show the gift of temperance to your children. Temperance is self control or self discipline. Modeling moderation and appropriate structured use of your time will serve as an example for your children. “Idle hands are the devil’s workshop” has merit here. Children should be responsible for chores around the house and participate in additional youth activities that present opportunities to increase your children’s sense of interdependence, dedication, perseverance and concern for others. But keep in mind that outside activities can never replace the need for family time each day.
Justice: Show the virtue of justice to your children. Justice is respecting and giving what is due to God and to others by choosing what is right. As a parent, you should demonstrate self – discipline and know how to correct your child when they are not being just. Children who are held accountable for what they do, learn the meaning of justice. Justice is the application of prudence.