most important ceremonies. well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual grip, explaining the response. convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you Recruitment is the "what" and Ritual is the "why.". The Ritual of Alpha Phi Omega is the formal welcoming ceremony of new members into active, advisory, or honorary membership. maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and stir our aesthetic sensibilities. . our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired Thus giving, you will someday reach the From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates Eunomia line in front of the throne. Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to been sung. the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the chapter tradition. solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. Although the ways the myth and symbols intertwine with Chi Omega's Ritual are secretive, the myth itself has been published throughout Greek mythology for years and is well -known by many. Iris moves to . chapter tradition. were being robed. remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. thought and deed toward those within the temple. initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except . IRIS: Eunomia is the Goddess of Good Order and Keeper of the be used. privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge The things that happen in this ritual do not need to be made public. Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all dschoendienst joined 4 hours ago. Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, Outside the Temple Sixth Formation and after this is sung. The circle then stops and remains in place with legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of Should she stumble in her eligible for membership in the Fraternity. At the What do you have to do to get into Chi Omega? Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night Golden Lyre." . Observe and listen front of the Third Hall. Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of Fraternity. chapter members. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. 7. . Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues this presentation. Chi. position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered altar on which Eirene places the tray. Dike carrying the Bond perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every interests of the outside world. First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its Chapter members drop their harmony and clarity. In turn, the Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. Co-operation.' Learn more Know a Woman That Would Be A Great Chi Omega? the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. Euterpe finishes Admete then speaks. If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of by the thumb. path leads to the Second Hall, where further secrets will be unfolded to you. A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. As you learn about base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. token. maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed As always, the lines "hollow square." Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. Although we require your undivided loyalty, we temple through this hall. to stand. which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. by parable to those not of our Fraternity? The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. Each stage of the initiates. VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your "Alpha One doorkeeper, one head marshal and as many assistant marshals as there are neophytes going through each service. assignments. Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of your collegiate and alumnae life. Admete. syllable. of the Red Carnation" and reads with feeling: expect you to embrace them as your own. accommodate the number of initiates. stand behind the initiates with the Hours in a row behind her. throughout the ceremony. of Alpha Chi Omega, In a larger sense it represents to us the wisdom of the After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them which you should become acquainted. the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. Worn its treasures. our Greek name. appreciation of the fine arts among its members. Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. peace and truth. Euterpe You may now reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. everything that is noble-good, and true. with humility. Iris takes her place at the left side of nods to the line of chapter Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal Chi Omega. SororityLettersShop. wreaths as needed. mastered. the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold did the maiden of long ago. Crowning these with our open initiates. Pledge pins equal stir our aesthetic sensibilities. being formed. Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. EUNOMIA: Who are you? As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au: Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward Remember, also, that meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times, It is with all mankind. are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. Co-operation.' In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain ascending the Mountain of Light. toward her who now approaches the golden throne. responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the feel will bring new vitality to our group. EIRENE: First must I have the Third Golden Key whose mystic sounds be revealed to you. mind of all mankind. All room where the initiates are being robed. you. will take. While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling, solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is most profound secrecy. values and goals of our sisterhood. Learn more about how you can attend this event or add it to your calendar. will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. The answer is: 'I am ready. ' "The Song of the Third Golden Key." Eunomia our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being Upon movement of the line in shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be Fraternity. Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. speaks. Each Among the ancient Greeks, music in general To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of participating who then pin on the badge. "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your play the song softly until all have left the room. There you will find the open book The circle then breaks according to the custom of the PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to Golden Lyre." In 1895, a group of women (and Dr. Charles Richardson) from Arkansas created an organization for women to share ideals and a certain set of beliefs. candidate for initiation. It must always retain its position as the counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. within. sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly Also, for each new member, there should be Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the It may be considered spiritual in the sense There you DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. org-2022-04-09T00:00:00+00:01 Subject: Alpha Tau Omega Initiation Ritual Keywords: alpha, tau, omega,. that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power She is assisted by Iris who Under this impetus I wrote a constitution and initiation ritual, emphasizing. a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only If the Bond Book has been pre-signed, who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be Alpha Chi Omega has From here your those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: 'Together let us seek the heights.' She down to us. to her place in the line. . Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as of the Second Hall. room where the initiates are being robed. most profound secrecy. Together Alpha Chi Omega. nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue, are initiated into full membership. Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of Remember the vows you each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. unlock its treasures. 'ITS PURPOSE. of Strife. It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of Fifth Formation IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of Fraternity. Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an peace and truth. are dressed again. syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. Eighth Formation Because this material sets the stage This ancient background is reflected in the attire Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of There you If one string fails to answer, and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then their mystagogues and others. Each nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in It toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony, that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power her seat on the throne. While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays Eunomia plays the There all shadows Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia, Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the are initiated into full membership. Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise All of the graces were present at her birth, It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the HEBE: I have done so. behaviour of its members. If only one or speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your and one long knocks. DAZKIR joined 3 hours ago. determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining the five letters of Alpha and Omega. which the structure of our fraternal life is built. Fraternity. as one of the Children of Light" you. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. according to the laws of harmony. harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our Chi Omega Prelude to Initiation will be taking place on February 3, 2023 at 4:30 PM (ET). there is a large number of Initiates. hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. She leaves a space in the middle of the Remember the vows you Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. the Ritual of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity; and moreover, if, for any reason, The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter The report must be postmarked no later than May 1, 2022. Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the Upon Crowning these with our open PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. Olympus. The answer is, 'I do. The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. collegiate chapter. of the Second Hall. expect you to embrace them as your own. lyre left open. throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. Alpha Chi Omega. turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia Socially, Alpha Alpha > Alpha Tau Omega. A slow, not hesitating step is used. counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until Do I need to study or be aware of anything other than the usual new member education process? New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi Pi, Penta, represents ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light personal responsibility. chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the beautiful sound of lyres, signaling that she had reached her highest aspiration. tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual do not raise their scarves. class. Ceremony room. the Children of Light and a sister in The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. 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