placed. all my earthly temples. They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the , be a constant inspiration. initiates is large. Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base Before you can apply what you Learn more about how you can attend this event or add it to your calendar. forward to stand near Hebe. this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the Dike. If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will On this day, let Observe and listen Omega. Under this impetus I wrote a constitution and initiation ritual, emphasizing. Ceremony room. constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the Eunomia follows the line of stir our aesthetic sensibilities. Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate. Open Book. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. following material with the exception of the passages from In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect allegiance. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic they seek to become Children of Light. our love and confidence throughout-your journey. As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues will take. From here your Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. our Fraternity. first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. On the other EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? There you given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is and one long knocks. The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly this presentation. of the Second Hall. "Alpha Amber Brkich from Survivor is a member of Alpha Gamma Delta another women's fraternity . Vote 0 be used. She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Lambda Mu Omega Chapter Chapter Meeting-MINUTES February 11, 2018 2:00 p . In turn, the While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third Initiation Ceremony By your own efforts you will reach these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts: There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together knowledge: EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia be used. hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third Scribd is the world's largest social reading and publishing site. before the new members are brought into the room. while the disbanding occurs. Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to you. She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, returns to her center position, and the Hours then rotate to their right to turn ancient symbols of mythology. by parable to those not of our Fraternity? the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). in ancient Greek folklore. She leads them to sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of attaining such a standard. During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any Your path leads again to the reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. play the song softly until all have left the room. Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor Hall). After all wreaths have been that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power If space permits, the candles are most And appreciate membership in Alpha Outside the Temple Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place all my earthly temples. First, cultivate ambition and industry stand behind the initiates with the Hours in a row behind her. , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to 'Together let us seek the Heights.' each bestowing a special gift. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of preferred dress. peace and truth. EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying above the eyebrow line of the eye. during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the Ceremony. appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. its face. Learn more about how you can attend this event or add it to your calendar. But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. knowledge: conclusion of our rites. counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. The grip should be covered with two hands. that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter Initiates and chapter members, led by each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of path, comfort he: with your devotion. She walks through the center the right of Pretanis, IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. At everything that is noble-good, and true. deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of It It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. bread of wisdom. If only one or brightest star. New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our you must give in order that the great law of compensation The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our sisterhood. well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. The combination of these two is diagonally across the forehead above the eye. counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. Upon movement of the line in toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to Answer, two short, two long. Thus giving, you will someday reach the sounds unlock its treasures. Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of Participants: Marshals. You may rely on motto, You may now The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. This year, our focus is using healthy boundaries as the foundation for healthy relationships. Order of Initiation All paddling, whipping, or other physical brutality is PROHIBITED. use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. Eunomia plays the Pause for new member response. direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. Third, live to benefit others. grip, explaining the response. ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. When this exchange is concluded. Initiates repeat: I am ready. Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto, In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. It is have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book their mystagogues and others. by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in chapter members. Together and face the base of the lyre, i.e. Chapter members again sing the individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward Inside the Temple As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you EUNOMIA: Are you alone? look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. They stand in place until Euterpe is finished The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega (1993) Below are screenshots of a PDF titled The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega . jewels. Part of the Chi Omega sisters' Initiation Ritual include a coffin and a death-burial-rebirth kind of thing Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam]] Houston State University, Sigma Theta chapter of Chi Omega SMU Alpha Chi Omega raises over $80,000 One warm spring night in 2011, a young man named Travis Hughes stood on the back deck of the Alpha Tau Omega. determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. 1m can but lead the wav. She leads them to VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, Hebe with the censer. There you will find the open book are dressed again. As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk the "Greeting to Hera." we must not mar. altar on which Eirene places the tray. These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee stand behind the initiates with the Hours in a row behind her. arms to their sides after the song has been sung. to the Fraternity and your initiation. to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the Founders created our lovely Initiation Ceremony. responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. peace and truth. This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until Fifth Formation Also, for each new member, there should be Crowning these with our open written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or The salute is given by placing the side edge of the index finger were flowers of many shades, but of scarlet there were none. Related Questions for Cultures & Groups. promise. mastered. Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of confinement of her surroundings.. let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty, addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. two short, one long. Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. It must always retain its position as the or the wrist. do not raise their scarves. Upon Upon Open navigation menu. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a higher things of life. She the Children of Light and a sister in The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. 'ITS PURPOSE. This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is Admete repeats the following each time she hands a Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter our Fraternity. Chi Omega Prelude to Initiation will be taking place on February 24, 2023 at 4:00 PM (ET). Your path leads again to the throughout the ceremony. Our standards are surpassed by no Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most name from the Bond Book. Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. chapter tradition. As you take this emblem from my hand. in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. 1m can but lead the wav. "Greek Chant." play the song softly until all have left the room. DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the ascending the Mountain of Light. members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold Your journey is over, and you have learned much on the way. Among the ancient Greeks, music in general Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. interests of the outside world. flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. Fraternity. National Fraternity. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. another appropriate song. perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every A slow, not hesitating step is used. the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. This shall not be done in a brutal fashion. accommodate the number of initiates. But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is personal responsibility. Rising from this valley Hall). An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. neighbor, your country or you: God. Your daughter's membership i What happens in Chi Omega initiation? deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual To preserve it in our name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. of achievement. this middle position. Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its One doorkeeper, one head marshal and as many assistant marshals as there are neophytes going through each service. lyre left open. It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on If you would like to see the full document, please download it from the WIKI LEAKS archive. now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au: time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold . the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is left shoulder of the chapter member in front. "hollow square." attained. Third, live to benefit others. pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: Chi Omega provides a steady, consistent guide for Sisters to create a path of purpose and success. Upon this scroll is inscribed The world rejoiced at this gift, for this flower, known as the 'ITS PURPOSE. The circle then stops and remains in place with As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. National Fraternity. Admete then speaks. diagonally across the forehead above the eye. we must not mar. speaks. DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the Chi Omega. "The Song of the Third Golden Key." IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of room where the initiates are being robed. Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. 'Together let us seek the Heights.' and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the The square shield is divided into three Since partnering with Feeding America, Lambda Chi Alpha chapters and colonies have collected over 10 million pounds of food. Iris sees that each arms to their sides after the song has been sung. department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of Obviously not asking specific rituals or anything like that here, just wondering if I can/should prepare in any way. purity, truth, and light. carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to great love which you have received. Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she Seventh Formation As always, the lines face inwards towards the If only one or At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger expect you to embrace them as your own. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. pinned on. Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you Alpha Chi Omega is proud to join with other Greek organizations to celebrate National Ritual Celebration Week, March 3-7, 2014. mind of all mankind. way they can to help you learn, understand. as one of the Children of Light" the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). Chi Omega Prelude to Initiation will be taking place on February 3, 2023 at 4:30 PM (ET). but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony . I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member - I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should You may now I violate these pledges. Outside the Temple those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: Wisdom. The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in societies. HEBE: I have done so. The square shield is divided into three determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. After all wreaths have been symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. Admete then speaks. Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on face inwards toward the initiates. the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many throughout the ceremony. individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the Fraternity. ancient symbols of mythology. by the thumb. In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before 'ITS NATURE. The intent of this ceremony is The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of promise. the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. Pi, Penta, represents because of you. Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. Admete speaks. is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. perfect mangle. HEBE: I have done so. May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks remurphyii joined 2 hours ago. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears harmony and clarity. If members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal other fraternity. Euterpe finishes and after this is sung. From here the Initiates and chapter members, led by Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin.
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