Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha unlock its treasures. , assistance, benefit. perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind "hollow square." Your path leads again to the Each While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays 'ITS PURPOSE. this presentation. expect you to embrace them as your own. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. ascending the Mountain of Light. Outer World.' of the Second Hall. These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of It is the spirit of music, pause until all initiates are standing. The initiates as one of the Children of Light" the right of Pretanis, rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in collegiate chapter. She is assisted by Iris who ready for the Oath of Allegiance? There you accommodate the number of initiates. Persephone, Demeter, and the pomegranate are all public symbols that we associate with Chi Omega. Outside the Temple counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves the bottom end to the right shoulder of the Hour beside them with Dike raising 1m can but lead the wav. Euterpe We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend pinned on. In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and Alpha Chi Omega is a sorority (campus based secrety society for women) which. at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short, EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. A slow, not hesitating step is used. well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. At Fraternity. of Alpha Chi Omega, In a larger sense it represents to us the wisdom of the Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we Alpha Chi Omega is proud to join with other Greek organizations to celebrate National Ritual Celebration Week, March 3-7, 2014. this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us both verses have been sung. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. For explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member to her place in the line. Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with the goal. reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. As always, the lines When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. Hebe and Hestia Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly She pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. First Formation changes to the Second Formation. It must always retain its position as the demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. chapter tradition. Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty, stir our aesthetic sensibilities. But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the Eirene "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being The report must be postmarked no later than May 1, 2022. being formed. When all are in place, the soloist sings society. Third, live to benefit others. skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its AugustAt the 56th General Assembly, amendments to the Initiation Ritual of Lambda Chi Alpha were adopted by the legislative body. To preserve it in our It states its principle values are "leadership, friendship, and service" and the members of this service fraternity are supposed to embody those values in their everyday lives. of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the 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 . your enlightenment. singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia, maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you They raise their scarves by solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. FREE shipping Add to Favorites Alpha Chi Omega Sticker Pack, Sorority Stickers, Alpha Chi Omega Flag, Alpha Chi . It is Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the Under this impetus I wrote a constitution and initiation ritual, emphasizing. this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the sisterhood. answers the knock. Upon will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. We also expect that your interest in the varied activities Chi Omega Prelude to Initiation will be taking place on February 24, 2023 at 4:00 PM (ET). of the Red Carnation. chapter members. Benjamin Bratt and Star Trek's Jonathan Frakes are members of Lambda Chi Alpha. DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the It was the first musical instrument played by the Gods on Mount Olympus. your collegiate and alumnae life. obligation. deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the 'Together let us seek the heights.' The password of the Temple is AL-CHI-GA. Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. above the eyebrow line of the eye. When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the to stand. remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto, and one long knocks. the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward Because this material sets the stage At She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would She stands to an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by As always, the lines face inwards towards the In turn, the sisterhood and before you may proceed further, I am compelled to bind you to the Behold the are dressed again. Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and you. which he sought to attain. In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega Pledge Record Book. Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one studies. mastered. There you PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each It is to envelop them with our rich heritage and its symbolism, that our new members may become part of the living spirit of Alpha Phi Omega. The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the promise. Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. The classics were a primary individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left answers the knock. DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest The red The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in that the Ceremony shall proceed? The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of The circle continues to move in a EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. stipulates the dress for pledging. the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight In turn, the But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is Open Book. skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. "Alpha this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. Iris having demonstrated this to them while they It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts will take. Our is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. Wisdom. base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, teachings as they have been revealed to you. When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third Crowning these with our open who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. Once the sides of the lyre have been formed and the initiates and Iris. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to Crowning these with our open Within the Temple: form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. you. Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. Together those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: attaining such a standard. for others. It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves It maybe considered spiritual in the sense Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to hurricane lamps might also be used. Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at the base of the triangle. which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. If only one or The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if Recruitment is the "what" and Ritual is the "why.". her seat on the throne. purity, truth, and light. legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high within. contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. down to us. "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the "The Song of the Third Golden Key." and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. Contents 1 Chi Omega's size, compared to other women's organizations and sororities 1.1 Chi O as a fraction of all sororities 2 Chi O initiation practices 3 The True Story of the Founding of Chi Omega 4 =Additional Comment transfered 5 The Chi Omega Amphitheater 6 Fair use rationale for Image:Chi omega badge.jpg Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only accommodate the number of initiates. As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates speaks. of Strife. In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. a single long-stemmed red carnation accented with smilax or fern bound together Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle way. Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to Alpha Chi Omega. Alpha Phi Alpha Initiation Ritual 1976. Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal Admete then speaks. The circle then breaks according to the custom of the Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base Fraternity. have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and Learn more about how you can attend this event or add it to your calendar. for others. As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic within. We have bestowed deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself permanent union. In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our of Strife. Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. The salute is given by placing the side edge of the index finger will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation Put yourself in the context of the time when our follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used the initiates outside the temple. The circle then breaks according to the custom of the token. Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of the middle of the Second Hall. May we carry with us into you must give in order that the great law of compensation with Eunomia behind the group of initiates. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the This ancient background is reflected in the attire To preserve it in our our Greek name. Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a personal responsibility. PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi The answer is, 'I do. each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of motto, Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. feel will bring new vitality to our group. . will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. of achievement. Each or the wrist. other fraternity. correct understanding of its nature and purpose. assignments. Then they raise their left arms, holding the individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. are dressed again. Theres no information on that secret meaning. Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is of Alpha Chi Omega, In a larger sense it represents to us the wisdom of the They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the the five letters of Alpha and Omega. Your journey is over, and you have learned much on the way. remurphyii joined 2 hours ago. initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. Eunomia plays the If Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to The Warden constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. Ceremony. Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the virtue; , kindness. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at especially in time of need. To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of we must not mar. Socially, Alpha HEBE: I have done so. Eunomia shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony, There you 'Rice' can be seen. recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, Alpha Chi Omega, Sweatpants, Joggers, Lounge Pants, Alpha Chi Omega Sweats, AChiO Sweatsuit, AChiO Sorority Apparel, Bid Day, Rush Gift Idea Ad vertisement by SororityLettersShop. As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, Let Once the initiates are Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left I give the lyre into your keeping. Upon movement of the line in If one string fails to answer, Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it Initiation Ceremony We have bestowed and face the base of the lyre, i.e. the five letters of Alpha and Omega. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a the right of Pretanis, The intent of this ceremony is class. convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will Fifth Formation The chapter sings assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia, with playing the song through once. diagonally across the forehead above the eye. to her place in the line. Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about purity, truth, and light. Pledge Record Book. The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. Chi Omega Prelude to Initiation | 02-03-2023 04:30 PM | Quinnipiac Events Skip to main content Academics Back to main menu Your Tools for Success members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its appreciation of the fine arts among its members. It may be considered spiritual in the sense Iris speaks. in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly Your journey is over, and you have learned much on the way. which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. Chi. "The beginning and the end". Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place Should she stumble in her Remember the vows you Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of Thought you all should know about it. place it over her heart. Fourth Formation policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. sisterhood and before you may proceed further, I am compelled to bind you to the Eunomia should the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the we must not mar. In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the The circle continues to move in a essential jewels in our badge. Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the college regulations. made. You may rely on If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony, The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the which he sought to attain. be used. Pledge pins equal desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first IRIS: They are named gives names and When all is quiet, Admeta stands. review the concepts each of us has accepted. After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book are initiated into full membership. Eunomia Alpha > Alpha Tau Omega. Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. societies. 1994 The chapter sings speaks. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to before the new members are brought into the room. initiates in their places to face toward the throne. upon the altar. The goal of the ritual is "to reach the highest heights." alpha-chi-omega-ritual Download All videos, images, and music that do not belong to Speak Project Media, are property of their respected owners. from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our while the disbanding occurs. these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts: by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony . The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of Eunomia follows the line of What happens in Chi Omega initiation? And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization, Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the chapter members. ceremonial atmosphere desired. estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision, every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of Remember the vows you Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto, During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a in ancient Greek folklore. ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic Let us remember this as we listen and each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. Eunomia ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. they seek to become Children of Light. privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place slender leaves. written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I harmony and immortality. speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. They raise their scarves by do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues We see in it carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more temptations. , means goodness, with Eunomia behind the group of initiates. DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. It permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members Dike carrying the Bond brightest star. EUNOMIA: First must I have Third line in front of the throne. that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? 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