Probably the central and most important aspect of a strong family is having faith in God. Sharing in religious events can help families build a sense of oneness and allow parents to model the importance of spirituality to children. Make a big deal out of baptisms, First Communions, bar mitzvahs, and other religious events the family may be involved in. Every day, our children have to deal with messages about gangs, drugs, sex, and other dangerous situations from the media, as well as their peers. Encouraging participation as a family in community service is another way to emphasize the importance of strong religious beliefs.
Research suggests that there is a relationship between moral judgment and unsocialized behavior.
If your children grow up with a strong sense of respect for others and can identify with other people's feelings and concerns, it will be more difficult for them to become involved in aggressive acts toward others. While community service is important and can help build strong families, charity begins at home. Children learn from their parents. Home is where you need to work the hardest to bring about peace, harmony, and joy. If you treat your spouse and children with respect and kindness, the odds are good that your children will treat others the same way.