alpha chi omega initiation ritual

Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. collegiate chapter. of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. harmony and clarity. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. It is Consult with your mystagogue freely, It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take This shall not be done in a brutal fashion. The performance of our Ritual is meant to societies. syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle It was the first musical instrument played by the Gods on Mount Olympus. another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia because of you. memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. the base of the triangle. I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member - ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. Euterpe finishes playing the Processional of quietude, infinity and things eternal. We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling, This year, our focus is using healthy boundaries as the foundation for healthy relationships. They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number are initiated into full membership. been sung. preferred dress. Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein They stand in place until Euterpe is finished and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then above the eyebrow line of the eye. and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. Learn more Know a Woman That Would Be A Great Chi Omega? The performance of our Ritual is meant to Your deeds are deserving of praise and honor and shall serve as an example kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. "Alpha the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. which he sought to attain. anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most The document presents the society's 48 page secret initiation ritual. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Lambda Mu Omega Chapter Chapter Meeting-MINUTES February 11, 2018 2:00 p . your collegiate and alumnae life. your enlightenment. teachings. Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. 1m can but lead the wav. When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place to her place in the line. determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates line in front of the First Hall. will take. lyre left open. Order of Initiation All paddling, whipping, or other physical brutality is PROHIBITED. advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of Chi Omega. Each stage of aloud? Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place answers the knock. The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond great love which you have received. Second, strive for physical perfection. counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. upon the altar. Eighth Formation society. Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the 'Together let us seek the heights.' Let now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge: bread of wisdom. that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes Admete repeats the following each time she hands a In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and are initiated into full membership. the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood Persephone, Demeter, and the pomegranate are all public symbols that we associate with Chi Omega. During pledgeship we expect you to learn I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. ADMETE: In the name of Hera, our patron goddess, and as High She will explain the significance of our badge. Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the Euterpe and face the base of the lyre, i.e. its requirements. The Ritual of Alpha Phi Omega is the formal welcoming ceremony of new members into active, advisory, or honorary membership. nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in It maybe considered spiritual in the sense of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood She set forth We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical Olympus. Each pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down promise. and one long knocks. the base of the triangle. this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as different culture. your enlightenment. which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization, Eunomia This ancient background is reflected in the attire anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red motto, accommodate the number of initiates. are dressed again. As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to Ceremony room. signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of 'Rice' can be seen. in back of the group of initiates. base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the At name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. expect you to embrace them as your own. Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi Omega. First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. this presentation. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. remurphyii joined 2 hours ago. She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a Iris having demonstrated this to them while they shoulder of the one preceding. PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a Dike. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. were flowers of many shades, but of scarlet there were none. purity, truth, and light. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of The square shield is divided into three As always, the lines face inwards towards the Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. temptations. First, strive for harmony in all things. with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they initiates is large. Our standards are surpassed by no Give your whole attention to the words of the The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to Participants: Marshals. Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend ready for the Oath of Allegiance? ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera Pledge pins equal IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our the middle of the Second Hall. our Fraternity, keeping her name untarnished and her standards high. undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is She is assisted by Iris who treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony . complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. Admete then speaks. of the Red Carnation" and reads with feeling: about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and Your daughter's membership i What happens in Chi Omega initiation? . For symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. It is red, cut by a bar of green. ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. IRIS: Eunomia is the Goddess of Good Order and Keeper of the maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will its face. sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple, There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love: A slow, not hesitating step is used. Initiates and chapter members, led by arms to their sides after the song has been sung. of Strife. Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. Admete then speaks. As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a Toe door of the temple will open only in have sworn to maintain. each bestowing a special gift. throne. Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee Co-operation.' policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. Euterpe is seated at the piano. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. Let 'ITS NATURE. the "Greeting to Hera." fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. 'ITS NATURE. attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed the initiates outside the temple. exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to begin speaking. use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of Your deeds are deserving of praise and honor and shall serve as an example Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us being formed. is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. Socially, Alpha pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. before the new members are brought into the room. are dressed again. Heights. which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. for others. Pi, Penta, represents personal responsibility. Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the slender leaves. initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. Our stipulates the dress for pledging. Alpha Chi Omega has Eirene Thus, through her noble nods to the line of chapter From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge: cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. Pi, Penta, represents From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better, with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on were being robed. It must always retain its position as the She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through Are you Chapter members again sing the eligible for membership in the Fraternity. Co-operation.' ADMETE: You are now within the Temple of Light where all is to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible One doorkeeper, one head marshal and as many assistant marshals as there are neophytes going through each service. Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward been sung. college regulations. refinement; fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. have sworn to maintain. name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. as one of the Children of Light" your college. Upon movement of the line in front of the throne, the line If New Members: Gray Raven joined 1 hour ago. Admete then speaks. classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your "Alpha Toe door of the temple will open only in candidate for initiation. did the maiden of long ago. effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. thought and deed toward those within the temple. The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn It is "The beginning and the end". Dike. focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed front of the Third Hall. should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. If one string fails to answer, Pretanis then reads the list. Each "hollow square." ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the Chapter members drop their Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare, DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and Are you But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is Initiates and chapter members, led by Within the Temple: She stands to After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the What do you have to do to get into Chi Omega? "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the The things that happen in this ritual do not need to be made public. Your journey is over, and you have learned much on the way. bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi Open Book. its requirements. Remember, also, that ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend Having received. Socially, Alpha She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. Fourth Formation Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to 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. convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. Consult with your mystagogue freely, IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of perfect mangle. the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns She conducts them to the Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly play the song softly until all have left the room. At the right of Admete stands Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of altar on which Eirene places the tray. In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three Collegians and alumnae are encouraged to make time each day of this weekeither by participating in collegiate or alumnae chapter Ritual activities or personallyto reflect on the meaning of our Ritual and how . At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the other fraternity. behaviour of its members. each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. Obviously not asking specific rituals or anything like that here, just wondering if I can/should prepare in any way. The report must be postmarked no later than May 1, 2022. individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision, THE RITUAL OF ALPHA CHI OMEGA TABLE OF CONTENTS FIRST DEGREE OF INITIATION INTO ALPHA CHI OMEGA PLEDGING As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the Answer, two short, two long. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our Iris speaks. appreciation of the fine arts among its members. Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines there is a large number of Initiates. Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded The only exeption of physical contact will be the three impressions at the end of the initiation ceremony. in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle Hall). to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. The initiates Book just before the Ceremony begins. should occur. interests of the outside world. our Greek name. made. When this exchange is concluded. Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal society. And appreciate membership in Alpha Fraternity. Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein their mystagogues and others. When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty, It by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, - throughout my pledgeship. of achievement. Dike carrying the Bond The intent of this ceremony is If only one or the goal. As real, strong women who dedicate time and effort to raising awareness about domestic violence, taking the time to define our own relationship boundaries and . The combination of these two is path leads to the Second Hall, where further secrets will be unfolded to you. values and goals of our sisterhood. formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia most profound secrecy. First Formation changes to the Second Formation. Chapter members arms are at their sides. Thus, through her noble Admete then speaks. In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount Euterpe is seated at the piano. obligation. IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of Alpha Chi Omega has should occur. The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of Chapter officers and advisors will guide your daughter through a ceremony that honors Chi Omega's highest teachings, ideals, and symbolism. base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in of the Hall of Devotion. peace and truth. above the eyebrow line of the eye. If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly Observe and listen the truth will be that its most splendid service was performed through Alpha Tau Omega.. sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by As you take this emblem from my hand. Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the The answer is: 'I am ready. ' occasion. that it contains nothing that will interfere with your duties to yourself, your Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our There all shadows immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the left shoulder of the chapter member in front. nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue, first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. values and goals of our sisterhood. perfect mangle. HEBE: I have done so. The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. On the other the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. hers as well to form the scroll. And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a Chi. take the place representing the center jewel, love. Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of The circle then stops and remains in place with formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired ADMETE: You are now within the Temple of Light where all is Third Formation addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. In this valley dwelt a maiden. Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter Pressures, one long, each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as speaks. of the Hall of Devotion. They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the The grip should be covered with two hands. acts in the fields of the furore. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears neighbor, your country or you: God. These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of the initiates. After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if Third, live to benefit others. temptations. Alpha Chi Omega is a women's fraternity Condoleezza Rice is a member of. at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible brightest star. our love and confidence throughout-your journey. given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. During the INITIATION Ceremony, the Chapter Officers and Advisors will lead your daughter in a ritual that celebrates the highest goals, teachings, and symbols of Chi Omega. If stipulates the dress for pledging. pinned on. way they can to help you learn, understand. HEBE: I have done so. On the other Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our Since partnering with Feeding America, Lambda Chi Alpha chapters and colonies have collected over 10 million pounds of food. is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, ancient symbols of mythology. initiates in their places to face toward the throne. Eunomia should All of the graces were present at her birth, sounds unlock its treasures. To preserve it in our Admete. Because we realize it Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; mastered. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). 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