Saint-Inspired List of Masculine Virtues 2

Saint-Inspired List of Masculine Virtues 2

Some virtuous characteristics (masculine virtues) of a good, faithful and holy priest, married layman, and single layman as seen in the lives of:  Fr. Michael McGivney, founder of the Knights of Columbus; Fr. Augustine Tolton, first African-American priest ordained in the United States; St. Thomas More, husband, father and Lord Chancellor of England; and Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, a single layman, college student and helper of the poor, sick and disenfranchised.

  • Forgiveness and Mercy
  • Fatherly Instinct
  • Loyalty
  • Compassion
  • Fidelity / Faithfulness
  • Lover of Wisdom and Searcher for Truth
  • Fraternity and Camaraderie
  • Allegiance
  • Constancy
  • Instilled Sense of Duty and Responsibility
  • Moral Uprightness and Strength
  • Courage / Bravery
  • Chivalry
  • A Generous, Providing Spirit (A “Giver”)
  • Affability and Approachability
  • Protector and Defender
  • Patriot / Patriotism
  • Diligence
  • Steadfastness
  • Moderation and Self-Control
  • One Who Recognizes the Dignity of Labor
  • Instilled Sense of Valor

About Fr. Wade Menezes

Fr. Wade L. J. Menezes, CPM is a member of the Fathers of Mercy, a missionary preaching Religious Congregation based in Auburn, Kentucky. Ordained a priest during the Great Jubilee Year 2000, he received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Catholic Thought from the Oratory of St. Philip Neri in Toronto, Canada and his dual Master of Arts and Master of Divinity Degrees in Theology from Holy Apostles Seminary in Cromwell, Connecticut. His secular college degrees are in journalism and communications.