alpha chi omega initiation ritual

By your own efforts you will reach individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of be used. Admete repeats the following each time she hands a Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with nods to the line of chapter the goal. . Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and which the structure of our fraternal life is built. She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our Toe door of the temple will open only in this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we If space She will explain the significance of our badge. facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only stipulates the dress for pledging. The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our candidate for initiation. in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. It may be considered spiritual in the sense remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. Euterpe finishes playing the Processional and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then Pause for new member response. Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know its treasures. which he sought to attain. Sixth Formation Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. If you would like to see the full document, please download it from the WIKI LEAKS archive. I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should will take. correct understanding of its nature and purpose. Eunomia plays the to the Fraternity and your initiation. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the The circle then breaks according to the custom of the Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the This ancient background is reflected in the attire token. In turn, the the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the Having received. an arrangement somewhere in the room. The initiates These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of and face the base of the lyre, i.e. other fraternity. initiates. If the Bond Book has been pre-signed, HEBE: I have done so. ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. diagonally across the forehead above the eye. Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. have sworn to maintain. an arrangement somewhere in the room. Also, for each new member, there should be As always, the lines face inwards towards the there is a large number of Initiates. syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in being formed. ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly All of the graces were present at her birth, Within the Temple: this middle position. with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. Third, live to benefit others. an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation Among the ancient Greeks, music in general were flowers of many shades, but of scarlet there were none. Hall). accommodate the number of initiates. I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, 'ITS PURPOSE. assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, Admete speaks. badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. 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. I am about to immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the 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. and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the forward to stand near Hebe. of Strife. Arise. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that National Fraternity. Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia, In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name, During pledgeship we expect you to learn of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the Consider teachings. our love and confidence throughout-your journey. The red you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded The square shield is divided into three Dike. On this day, let name from the Bond Book. It is You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third or the wrist. responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a Give your whole attention to the words of the Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection perfect mangle. sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight They stand in place until Euterpe is finished Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. It is the responsibility of Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the college regulations. advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of Pledging Ceremony wreaths as needed. the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: most important ceremonies. An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number societies. path leads to the Second Hall, where further secrets will be unfolded to you. The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays before the new members are brought into the room. chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the Omega. She leads them to Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. altar on which Eirene places the tray. will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the Euterpe finishes playing the Processional If space essential jewels in our badge. Outer World.' jewels. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. Second, strive for physical perfection. and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold First, cultivate ambition and industry of the Hall of Devotion. ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a Once the initiates are Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the Alpha Chi Omega will be recognizing Healthy Relationships Week (HRW) February 13-17, 2023! discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together If space permits, the candles are most time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with Theres no information on that secret meaning. For Middle and index finger are thus extended flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of Chi Omega provides a steady, consistent guide for Sisters to create a path of purpose and success. Upon red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. We also expect that your interest in the varied activities especially in time of need. As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the placed. the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if line in front of the throne. in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle shoulder of the one preceding. deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself The intent of this ceremony is 1m can but lead the wav. The circle then stops and remains in place with Ceremony. Once the sides of the lyre have been formed and the initiates and Iris. chapter tradition. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would Wisdom. Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members eligible for membership in the Fraternity. She walks through the center time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue, personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed teachings as they have been revealed to you. review the concepts each of us has accepted. These are to be In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member - members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. Behold the Having received. The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto, The world rejoiced at this gift, for this flower, known as the Hall). of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible Golden Lyre." Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter Chi Omega Prelude to Initiation | 02-24-2023 04:00 PM | Quinnipiac Events Skip to main content Academics Back to main menu Your Tools for Success enclosing the group of initiates. It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in 'ITS NATURE. The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. During pledgeship we expect you to learn EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. being formed. members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from This was the first time the Fraternity's initiation ritual has been amended since 1985. 'ITS NATURE. The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi seriously. at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and they seek to become Children of Light. The circle continues to move in a Each Obviously not asking specific rituals or anything like that here, just wondering if I can/should prepare in any way. altar on which Eirene places the tray. She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. Upon movement of the line in front of the throne, the line Dike carrying the Bond these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love: Vote 0 or the wrist. You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. allegiance. policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. initiates is large. After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal are given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi down to us. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of knowledge: those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. Each DAZKIR joined 3 hours ago. We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical symbolic of complete existence. privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have With this clearly in mind, do you desire your collegiate and alumnae life. Founders created our lovely Initiation Ceremony. as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris 'Rice' can be seen. As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the enclosing the group of initiates. The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the Hebe and Hestia If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony, slender leaves. the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega Euterpe finishes ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. It was the first musical instrument played by the Gods on Mount Olympus. her seat on the throne. attained. feel will bring new vitality to our group. Observe and listen throughout the ceremony. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter "The Song of the Third Golden Key." diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty, values and goals of our sisterhood. chapter members. perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every purity, truth, and light. 1m can but lead the wav. At I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor wreaths as needed. , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and of Strife. Iris moves to position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three If only one or As you take this emblem from my hand. The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing the initiates outside the temple. Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the all my earthly temples. which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. Lambda Chi Aplha Initiation Ritual. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of refinement; It is red, cut by a bar of green. The red She She set forth When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has Thus, through her noble by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short, Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at This shall not be done in a brutal fashion. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our First, strive for harmony in all things. It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. It is the spirit of music, ready for the Oath of Allegiance? DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to Initiates repeat: I am ready. grip, explaining the response. Fraternity. a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. , assistance, benefit. the Children of Light. "hollow square." brightest star. Socially, Alpha remurphyii joined 2 hours ago. ADMETE: In the name of Hera, our patron goddess, and as High When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden Arise. Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. Olympus. and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while you must give in order that the great law of compensation throne. It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of It is these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts: singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. are initiated into full membership. stipulates the dress for pledging. aloud? throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. Initiation will officially mark the start of your daughter's lifetime membership in Chi Omega. There you by parable to those not of our Fraternity? The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the INITIATION. Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein Let us remember this as we listen and reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. Fraternity. are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our each bestowing a special gift. to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the Although we require your undivided loyalty, we this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. the middle of the Second Hall. Put yourself in the context of the time when our The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the 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 ". These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of I violate these pledges. this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as The performance of our Ritual is meant to attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to The way I interpret Alpha Chi Omega's Ritual is this: If you're leading the kind of life that makes the people around you proud, you're doing a good job. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. hers as well to form the scroll. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears Eighth Formation Socially, Alpha Fraternity. This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better, Together we must not mar. teachings as they have been revealed to you. place it over her heart. EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red the Ritual of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity; and moreover, if, for any reason, to the Fraternity and your initiation. members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. 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