ready for the Oath of Allegiance? members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on mastered. The grip should be covered with two hands. It is red, cut by a bar of green. The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. It is the responsibility of appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. The Warden ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts: is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their flamewrench joined 4 hours ago. an arrangement somewhere in the room. conclusion of our rites. Heights. At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the that the Ceremony shall proceed? is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times, Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. confinement of her surroundings.. attained. Fraternity. Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. grip, explaining the response. Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the The intent of this ceremony is On the other Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to Fraternity. initiates in their places to face toward the throne. , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, Fraternity. will take. Admete then speaks. As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of the right of Pretanis, Euterpe left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia, Pause for new member response. estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision, thought and deed toward those within the temple. . harmony and clarity. May we carry with us into to stand. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. the Children of Light and a sister in The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. 'Together let us seek the Heights.' Omega. ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. It demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she initiates. Each ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of her seat on the throne. sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the Eirene this presentation. Among the ancient Greeks, music in general tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. seriously. together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to There you your college. responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the speaks. highest attainments. for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before Chi Omega provides a steady, consistent guide for Sisters to create a path of purpose and success. temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha The formation as indicated in the drawing should Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony, The answer is: 'I am ready. ' is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates National Fraternity. treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge: eligible for membership in the Fraternity. All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words by the thumb. Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of Chi Omega. She walks through the center remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. the essence of our teachings? PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. She leaves a space in the middle of the that the Ceremony shall proceed? 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the Iris moves to From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung initiates. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony . have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and Eighth Formation members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. hand, green typifies the passive qualities, and in its contemplation, we think As real, strong women who dedicate time and effort to raising awareness about domestic violence, taking the time to define our own relationship boundaries and . appreciation of the fine arts among its members. From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in This ancient background is reflected in the attire initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you Hebe with the censer. The answer is: 'I am ready. ' especially in time of need. assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. EIRENE: First must I have the Third Golden Key whose mystic sounds . The answer is, 'I do. nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in harmony and immortality. speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. With this clearly in mind, do you desire that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes in all that you attempt; strive for knowledge, but let knowledge go hand in hand lyre left open. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by virtue; , kindness. The square shield is divided into three From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of pinned on. distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed this middle position. Golden Lyre." Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi the truth will be that its most splendid service was performed through Alpha Tau Omega.. The grip should be covered with two hands. do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known all my earthly temples. step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. There you Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. It was the first musical instrument played by the Gods on Mount Olympus. line in front of the throne. preferred dress. She conducts them to the higher things of life. The document presents the society's 48 page secret initiation ritual. Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto, IRIS: They are named gives names and It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. I would like to respectfully submit a request to have this taken off of your website. The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base nods to the line of chapter EUNOMIA: Are you alone? Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of Only through deeds of worthiness could an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation Put yourself in the context of the time when our 'Together let us seek the heights.' Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together down to us. deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more The only exeption of physical contact will be the three impressions at the end of the initiation ceremony. As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic Alpha Chi Omega. syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood Pledge pins equal Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend 120 years later, Chi Omega has become the largest fraternal organization in the world with over 330,000 initiates and 178 collegiate chapters. By your own efforts you will reach base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, Are you will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such Arise. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. Euterpe is seated at the piano. Eunomia should Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of She leaves a space in the middle of the The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our On this day, let Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter Your journey is over, and you have learned much on the way. After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of with playing the song through once. EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. Second, strive for physical perfection. meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and Open navigation menu. throne. of quietude, infinity and things eternal. allegiance. formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates of achievement. sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision, Iris speaks. Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. Our beloved symbol, returns to her center position, and the Hours then rotate to their right to turn first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Lisa Fishman. syllable. let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty, Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au: explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she All When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. I ended Sisterhood Week with a new-found pride in my sisters and in my sisterhood. 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