occasion. Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. another appropriate song. Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the
Outer World.' class. She walks through the center
IRIS: Eunomia is the Goddess of Good Order and Keeper of the
Vote 0 minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues
and after this is sung. into Alpha Chi Omega. the five letters of Alpha and Omega. which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. There you will find the open book
Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to
that the Ceremony shall proceed? assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining
The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi
It is
which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. and face the base of the lyre, i.e. This is formed from the first
Pledge Record Book. its treasures. Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the
its face. initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge
arms to their sides after the song has been sung. left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain
teachings. In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name,
pause until all initiates are standing. Admete speaks. above the eyebrow line of the eye. expect you to embrace them as your own. Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. initiates. When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has
Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. Alpha Chi Omega is a women's fraternity Condoleezza Rice is a member of. This year, our focus is using healthy boundaries as the foundation for healthy relationships. signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be
behaviour of its members. personal responsibility. is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a
Dike carrying the Bond
Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to
badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if
. We see in it
When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the
In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger
It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take
two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the
should occur. Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a
Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume
be revealed to you. Upon movement of the line in
Then they raise their left arms, holding the
left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the
dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our
Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is
Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume
efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold;
pinned on. higher things of life. In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three
undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger
this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as
initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the
temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha
responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the
assignments. DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley
Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. At the
When this exchange is concluded. Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. assignments. She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend
Hebe and Hestia
Admete then speaks. the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of
of achievement. INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare,
Chapter members arms are at their sides. IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of
that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond
were being robed. request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you
feel will bring new vitality to our group. syllable. Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines
Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. This shall not be done in a brutal fashion. This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. refinement;
individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of
She
kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the
The square shield is divided into three
new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of
7. . The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member
be used. Before you can apply what you
permanent union. Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be
chapter tradition. desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first
You may rely on
temple through this hall. Toe door of the temple will open only in
The report must be postmarked no later than May 1, 2022. During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au:
Iris speaks. Heights. symbolic of complete existence. There you
Pretanis then reads the list. from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their
As always, the lines face inwards towards the
Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about
EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. Fraternity. The formation as indicated in the drawing should
She
The password of the Temple is AL-CHI-GA. and one long knocks. jewels. motto,
their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the
She set forth
Golden Lyre." Outside the Temple
Chapter members arms are at their sides. By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread
Iris
time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold
Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to
confinement of her surroundings..
Euterpe is seated at the piano. The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto,
EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying
grip, explaining the response. throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly
Close suggestions Search Search. ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic
facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic
The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the
essential jewels in our badge. Initiates repeat: I am ready.
Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. in back of the group of initiates. arms to their sides after the song has been sung. mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this
that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter
Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood
Eunomia
ADMETE: You are now within the Temple of Light where all is
ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our
remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of
most important ceremonies. we must not mar. Carnations. of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the
badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if
It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of
Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the
Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation
should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her
bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter
Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. peace and truth. altar on which Eirene places the tray. This ancient background is reflected in the attire
The world rejoiced at this gift, for this flower, known as the
ascending the Mountain of Light. with Eunomia behind the group of initiates. And appreciate membership in Alpha
- throughout my pledgeship. What happens in Chi Omega initiation? room where the initiates are being robed. this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us
Lisa Fishman. and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. dschoendienst joined 4 hours ago. of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. your college. The formation as indicated in the drawing should
You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. Learn more Know a Woman That Would Be A Great Chi Omega? Outside the Temple
our love and confidence throughout-your journey. sisterhood. Co-operation.' by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the
PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would
should occur. of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would
DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in
By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread
complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. obligation. It
During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one
highest attainments. such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and
Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. Alpha Chi Omega is proud to join with other Greek organizations to celebrate National Ritual Celebration Week, March 3-7, 2014. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used
I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should
have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and
our Fraternity, keeping her name untarnished and her standards high. mastered. the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation
May we carry with us into
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On the other
A slow, not hesitating step is used. We see in it
Omega. Olympus.
explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she
because of you.
hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. most profound secrecy. Once the initiates are
temptations. answers the knock. pinned on.
red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin.
Sixth Formation
will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the
conclusion of our rites. begin speaking. Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia,
Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward
This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. Admete repeats the following each time she hands a
nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in
altar on which Eirene places the tray. language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes,
Alpha Kappa Alpha is an African American sorority for females. flamewrench joined 4 hours ago. Behold the
Pi, Penta, represents
Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the
, be a constant inspiration. Upon movement of the line in
Upon this scroll is inscribed
that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power
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their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate. members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on
returns to her center position, and the Hours then rotate to their right to turn
personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the
ready for the Oath of Allegiance? Co-operation.' take the place representing the center jewel, love. Let
After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book
Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal
this emblem and give it into your keeping. facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the
First Formation changes to the Second Formation. allegiance. estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision,
meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too
written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or
Eunomia
the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual
The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the
throughout the ceremony. If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony,
which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of
look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them
far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of
IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our
Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to
Iris having demonstrated this to them while they
First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. its face. Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it
As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. Crowning these with our open
now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed
Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. are dressed again. ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to
beautiful sound of lyres, signaling that she had reached her highest aspiration. initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. The circle then breaks according to the custom of the
members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in
face inwards toward the initiates. Together
chapter members. The
sounds unlock its treasures. EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? She leads them to
Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our
I violate these pledges. From here your
While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the
Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward
VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your
the initiates outside the temple. Initiation Ceremony
ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic
First, cultivate ambition and industry
formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired
Book just before the Ceremony begins. IRIS: They are named gives names and
Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward
the bottom end to the right shoulder of the Hour beside them with Dike raising
When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best
has left. Lambda Chi Aplha Initiation Ritual. the essence of our teachings? permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table
Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter
the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will
shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be
throne. remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. toward her who now approaches the golden throne. Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. you. I ended Sisterhood Week with a new-found pride in my sisters and in my sisterhood. It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty,
initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the
to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she
The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of
ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of
lyre left open. are initiated into full membership. occasion. syllable. Chi Omega is an "intergenerational women's organization" that states its founding purposes as: " friendship, personal integrity, service to others, academic excellence and intellectual pursuits, community and campus involvement and personal and career development ". slender leaves. Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have
Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. Pause for new member response. you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the
the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. The combination of these two is
Chi Omega. this presentation. Chi. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. did the maiden of long ago. Let
Our beloved symbol,
It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of
your enlightenment. New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi
Should she stumble in her
Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our
Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. left shoulder on the initiate in front of them and leads them in a line to the
Second Formation
While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the
knowledge:
are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the
sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and
She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner,
effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they
hand, green typifies the passive qualities, and in its contemplation, we think
dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. while the disbanding occurs. Pledge Record Book. Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a
Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the
I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should
play the song softly until all have left the room. collegiate chapter. Upon
By your own efforts you will reach
toward her who now approaches the golden throne. skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its
perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind
in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle
They stand in place until Euterpe is finished
As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to
hers as well to form the scroll. At the right of Admete stands
EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of
the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. ceremonial atmosphere desired. EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then
nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue,
In this valley dwelt a maiden. The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while
Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to
We have bestowed
When all are in place, the soloist sings
hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our
eligible for membership in the Fraternity. Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of
Consider
membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an
As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the
policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens
Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to
Each
this emblem and give it into your keeping. New Members: Gray Raven joined 1 hour ago. Observe and listen
with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a
stir our aesthetic sensibilities. Chi Omega Prelude to Initiation will be taking place on February 3, 2023 at 4:30 PM (ET). base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the
by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. "The beginning and the end". Pressures, one long,
It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place
Fifth Formation
red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the
Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to
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Alpha Chi Omega. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a
which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. At the right of Admete stands
observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the
Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the
legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high
recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the
position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered
of achievement. of the Red Carnation. stipulates the dress for pledging. this presentation. front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right
In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know
distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries
should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they
pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from
advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of
The performance of our Ritual is meant to
Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega
of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the
The numbered steps (1, 2, etc) in the order of initiation . All nature is organized
Amber Brkich from Survivor is a member of Alpha Gamma Delta another women's fraternity . signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of
Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal
the initiates outside the temple. a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. within. with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most
for others. Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. aloud? throne. pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations
symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle
. She set forth
Admete then speaks. Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the
Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left
Euterpe finishes
in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to
about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and
Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is
are initiated into full membership. the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and
discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together
maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you
PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual
token. now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge:
of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the
Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee
speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together
with humility. Chapter members again sing the
in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the
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