Each
month, the Board of Directors of Character Council of Hamburg selects a virtue
to "highlight". By promoting one ideal each month in schools,
work and at home - the message of that quality is stronger, and more effective.
Please refer to the following list:
July
2008
August
2008
September
2008
Truthfulness
vs. Deception
Truthfulness
is earning future trust by accurately reporting past facts.
October
2008
Obedience
vs. Willfulness
Obedience
is quickly and cheerfully carrying out the direction of those who are
responsible for me.
November
2008
Gratefulness
vs. Unthankfulness
Gratefulness
is letting others know by my words and actions how they have benefited my life.
December
2008
Generosity
vs. Stinginess
Generosity
is carefully managing my resources so I can freely give to those in need.
January
2009
Orderliness
vs. Confusion
Orderliness
is arranging myself and my surroundings to achieve greater efficiency.
February
2009
Forgiveness
vs. Rejection
Forgiveness
is clearing the record of those who have wronged me, and not holding a grudge.
March
2009
Sincerity
vs. Hypocrisy
Sincerity
is eagerness to do what is right with transparent motives.
April
2009
Virtue
vs. Impurity
Virtue
is the moral excellence evident in my life as I consistently do what is right.
May
2009
Honor
vs. Disrespect
Honor
is respecting others because of the higher authorities they represent.
June
2009
Justice
vs. Corruption
Justice
is taking personal responsibility to uphold what is pure, right, and true.
July
2009
Gentleness
vs. Harshness
Gentleness
is showing consideration and personal concern for others.
August
2009
Faith
vs. Presumption
Faith
is confidence that actions rooted in good character will yield the best outcome,
even when I cannot see how.
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