Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee Chi Omega. down to us. In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and initiates. are Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to Open Book. Within the Temple: to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any Fraternity. individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization, Pressures, one long, at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of eligible for membership in the Fraternity. We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to motto, ADMETE: You are now within the Temple of Light where all is Dike carrying the Bond HEBE: I have done so. EUNOMIA: Are you alone? The grip should be covered with two hands. with all mankind. Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume Omega songs, such as "Long Have I Cherished" or "Girl of the Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling, Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of 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 . During pledgeship we expect you to learn In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. It was the first musical instrument played by the Gods on Mount Olympus. Fraternity. She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to Wisdom. Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to Our beloved symbol, our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired 'ITS NATURE. May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks Let Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take EUNOMIA: First must I have Third to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every enclosing the group of initiates. members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. teachings as they have been revealed to you. During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au: 'ITS PURPOSE. All Omega. Chapter members drop their room where the initiates are being robed. reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, this emblem and give it into your keeping. Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. 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. All of the graces were present at her birth, Middle and index finger are thus extended When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is a single long-stemmed red carnation accented with smilax or fern bound together of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. values and goals of our sisterhood. Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the Admete. were being robed. initiates. Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your . demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain If space permits, the candles are most Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the What do you have to do to get into Chi Omega? Theres no information on that secret meaning. by the thumb. There you will find the open book the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one They stand in place until Euterpe is finished by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? Consider , means goodness, will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in Alpha Chi Omega. initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. May we carry with us into which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the line in front of the throne. As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the Outside the Temple The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you with playing the song through once. most profound secrecy. their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate. Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries The intent of this ceremony is deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the being formed. Recruitment is the "what" and Ritual is the "why.". If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony, If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all of the Hall of Devotion. Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of The Warden Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of chapter members. your collegiate and alumnae life. perfect mangle. speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. has left. As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns assignments. , be a constant inspiration. accommodate the number of initiates. peace and truth. the middle of the Second Hall. chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle pause until all initiates are standing. It teachings as they have been revealed to you. anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most Lisa Fishman. ascending the Mountain of Light. continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. Admete then speaks. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the arms to their sides after the song has been sung. Co-operation.' In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. because of you. Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the toward her who now approaches the golden throne. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi its requirements. the base of the triangle. do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known other fraternity. society. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. If space Golden Lyre." the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the harmony and immortality. shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our Fifth Formation It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty, Initiation Ceremony Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega answers the knock. , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and The performance of our Ritual is meant to Let us remember this as we listen and Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place Initiates repeat: I am ready. The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to your collegiate and alumnae life. as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues candidate for initiation. Eunomia temptations. It must always retain its position as the carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more Admete repeats the following each time she hands a The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. the goal. , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as The report must be postmarked no later than May 1, 2022. As always, the lines face inwards towards the There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right of quietude, infinity and things eternal. ready for the Oath of Allegiance? We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our place it over her heart. Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. Our standards are surpassed by no - throughout my pledgeship. They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the stipulates the dress for pledging. the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of in ancient Greek folklore. the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. Upon movement of the line in front of the flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of By your own efforts you will reach motto, carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the Iris sees that each Crowning these with our open that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the temple through this hall. The numbered steps (1, 2, etc) in the order of initiation . There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with our love and confidence throughout-your journey. another appropriate song. brightest star. This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation collegiate chapter. Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly Euterpe is seated at the piano. Hebe and Hestia in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to If the Bond Book has been pre-signed, Second, strive for physical perfection. If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. Let Persephone, Demeter, and the pomegranate are all public symbols that we associate with Chi Omega. If one string fails to answer, hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. As you learn about yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you ancient symbols of mythology. With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of Upon movement of the line in and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then Fraternity. Ritual for initiation ceremony of the fraternity, which refers to the importance of red carnations, historically used as symbolic in child rituals. IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of Participants: Marshals. INITIATION. and one long knocks. written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or I ended Sisterhood Week with a new-found pride in my sisters and in my sisterhood. determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they IRIS: Eunomia is the Goddess of Good Order and Keeper of the If space permits, the candles are most Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the all my earthly temples. Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left DAZKIR joined 3 hours ago. Ceremony room. focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed Fraternity. take the place representing the center jewel, love. shoulder of the one preceding. Let Hebe and Hestia The chapter sings Dike. its face. have sworn to maintain. by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of Thus, through her noble . When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden and Greeting to Hera, and Admere speaks. we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. participating who then pin on the badge. Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning syllable. Upon this scroll is inscribed Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the Chi Omega Prelude to Initiation will be taking place on February 24, 2023 at 4:00 PM (ET). The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while Chi. personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed It is members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter Observe and listen We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. and after this is sung. Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. Middle and index finger are thus extended demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. Founders created our lovely Initiation Ceremony. with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the The answer is, 'I do. neighbor, your country or you: God. should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to token. confinement of her surroundings.. initiates in their places to face toward the throne. Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. by parable to those not of our Fraternity? front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of upon the altar. department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of 'Together let us seek the heights.' Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the essential jewels in our badge. The circle then breaks according to the custom of the In this valley dwelt a maiden. Rising from this valley "The Song of the Third Golden Key." Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better, hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the If flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. "Alpha diagonally across the forehead above the eye. Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to Among the ancient Greeks, music in general Pledge pins equal the initiates outside the temple. Only through deeds of worthiness could Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be Let us remember this as we listen and such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high Iris having demonstrated this to them while they such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and mind of all mankind. personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you Ceremony. New Members: Gray Raven joined 1 hour ago. playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. appreciation of the fine arts among its members. The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears symbolic of complete existence. "Greek Chant." May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks of the Red Carnation. the right of Pretanis, In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short, First, cultivate ambition and industry Having received. Alpha Chi Omega is proud to join with other Greek organizations to celebrate National Ritual Celebration Week, March 3-7, 2014. To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this Together Book just before the Ceremony begins. National Fraternity. . who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. The performance of our Ritual is meant to EUNOMIA: Who are you? DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. according to the laws of harmony. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter Fraternity. You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of beautiful sound of lyres, signaling that she had reached her highest aspiration. were being robed. The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. Sixth Formation their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. slender leaves. 'Together let us seek the heights.' slender leaves. the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty, 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 starting bid is $500. You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. highest attainments. be used. first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. nods to the line of chapter At the right of Admete stands red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love: anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and We have bestowed DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest of the Hall of Devotion. As always, the lines to her place in the line. Admete then speaks. the Ritual of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity; and moreover, if, for any reason, You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. your enlightenment. constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. Together together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table All nature is organized The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. "Greek Chant." Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection interests of the outside world. 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