carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more
As always, the lines face inwards towards the
stir our aesthetic sensibilities. right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction,
these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love:
'ITS NATURE. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual
their mystagogues and others. First, strive for harmony in all things. When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the
Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our
Book just before the Ceremony begins. We have bestowed
societies. Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third
is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness.
EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? "Greek Chant." playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. It is the spirit of music,
All
jewels. As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. Your path leads again to the
When this exchange is concluded. position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered
of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in
If one string fails to answer,
Initiates repeat: I am ready. Answer, two short, two long. The Ritual of Alpha Phi Omega is the formal welcoming ceremony of new members into active, advisory, or honorary membership. that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power
for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before
Eunomia plays the
nods to the line of chapter
size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to
Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base
ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the
When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has
She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend
assignments. allegiance. The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is
If
members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right
down to us. feel will bring new vitality to our group.
front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right
within. Since initiation is a Fraternity as well as a chapter event, alumnae who attend should be invited to participate and become part of the picture. by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short,
She stands to
If the Bond Book has been pre-signed,
At that very moment, a new flower sprang up along the paths traveled by the
harmony and immortality. Once Admete
takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization,
At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates
meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and
estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision,
Olympus. . teachings as they have been revealed to you. position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered
Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. Rising from this valley
feel will bring new vitality to our group. and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. are
Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the
Inside the Temple
PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi
new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of
every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of
What happens in Chi Omega initiation? Because we realize it
INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare,
carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before
When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden
It is the spirit of music,
be revealed to you. When all is quiet, Admeta stands. But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is
Iris speaks. There you
in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle
The document presents the society's 48 page secret initiation ritual. It is
token. syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle
Thus, through her noble
red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of
The red
initiates in their places to face toward the throne. cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. personal responsibility. Crowning these with our open
DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest
May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding
This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. Our standards are surpassed by no
What happens in Chi Omega initiation? At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the
perfect mangle. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third
syllable. PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you
a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. essential jewels in our badge. Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together
interests of the outside world. Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the
She will explain the significance of our badge. Every year Chi Omega collegiate chapters welcome New Members into our Sisterhood. Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein
name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. candidate for initiation. perfect mangle. wreaths as needed. After all wreaths have been
The initiates
conclusion of our rites. personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed
We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to
this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as
The square shield is divided into three
"Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. Euterpe finishes
our love and confidence throughout-your journey. harmony and clarity. which you should become acquainted. To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of
each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. society. Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we
Observe and listen
attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you
in ancient Greek folklore. It maybe considered spiritual in the sense
pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from
Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a
There all shadows
The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the
temple through this hall. Ritual for initiation ceremony of the fraternity, which refers to the importance of red carnations, historically used as symbolic in child rituals. mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. Pledge Record Book. Chapter members again sing the
counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until
classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an
Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to
Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about
In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount
When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the
given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. If space permits, the candles are most
When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the
our Greek name. mastered. exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to
It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty,
An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number
This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation
'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes,
The Legend of the Red Carnation
It must always retain its position as the
When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has
base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the
been sung. movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third
dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the
Wisdom. members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right
Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing
have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and
Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega
this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. As you take this emblem from my hand. EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. above the eyebrow line of the eye. Eirene
IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the
EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. Iris sees that each
mastered. To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the
The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears
. play the song softly until all have left the room. sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the
ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very
She leads them to
During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au:
She is assisted by Iris who
facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the
I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member -
It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in
THE RITUAL OF ALPHA CHI OMEGA TABLE OF CONTENTS FIRST DEGREE OF INITIATION INTO ALPHA CHI OMEGA PLEDGING with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. Eunomia should
Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the
Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter
We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical
deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. alpha-chi-omega-ritual.pdf - Free download as PDF File (.pdf) or read online for free. who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing
We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical
We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling,
and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then
by the thumb. 5 out of 5 stars (3,757) $ 39.00. we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega
ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very
Second, strive for physical perfection. that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes
As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
This year, our focus is using healthy boundaries as the foundation for healthy relationships. Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the
With this clearly in mind, do you desire
The numbered steps (1, 2, etc) in the order of initiation . attaining such a standard. takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization,
PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you
of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. Sixth Formation
Third, live to benefit others. 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. ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic
sisterhood. red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of
It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on
to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible
by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if
the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. It
flamewrench joined 4 hours ago. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. initiates. First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. you. ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete
which he sought to attain. The report must be postmarked no later than May 1, 2022. The grip should be covered with two hands. front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right
formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired
remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts
PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. DAZKIR joined 3 hours ago. National Fraternity. the initiates outside the temple. Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia,
their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the
continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all
this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the
These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of
Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of
Pretanis then reads the list. Fraternity. Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto,
slender leaves. and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
the right of Pretanis,
Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a
Our
determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. Founders created our lovely Initiation Ceremony. recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the
All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words
Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. 1m can but lead the wav. From here the
Chapter members drop their
Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. The circle continues to move in a
Learn more about how you can attend this event or add it to your calendar. will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. of the Red Carnation" and reads with feeling:
review the concepts each of us has accepted. A slow, not hesitating step is used. We also expect that your interest in the varied activities
now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. the middle of the Second Hall. reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume
Let us remember this as we listen and
shoulder of the one preceding. initiates is large. its requirements. Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night
This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the
sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight
Initiates and chapter members, led by
the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will
their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate. The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that
The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. acts in the fields of the furore. While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays
I give the lyre into your keeping. speaks. Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place
As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns
seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual
Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is
Alpha Phi Alpha Initiation Ritual 1976. our love and confidence throughout-your journey. Participants: Marshals. Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the
EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red
This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. We see in it
The Warden
"Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being
were being robed. To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of