If space
Euterpe finishes
. 'Together let us seek the Heights.' Although we require your undivided loyalty, we
Alpha Chi Omega. and after this is sung. hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members
confinement of her surroundings.. singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the
Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of
carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more
should occur. If
Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of
responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling,
Dike. individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the
Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of
A slow, not hesitating step is used. It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in
position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered
of the Red Carnation. attaining such a standard. interests of the outside world. were flowers of many shades, but of scarlet there were none. The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the
I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for
The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is
Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of
Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with
base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the
If only one or
focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed
Chi. Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. following material with the exception of the passages from
DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock
are dressed again. This ancient background is reflected in the attire
EUNOMIA: Who are you? Sixth Formation
The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that
If the Bond Book has been pre-signed,
assignments. 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.
Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the
temptations. Chi Omega. Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. temple through this hall. we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. . of Strife. each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as
She stands to
going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond
In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I
chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle
will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such
accommodate the number of initiates. This ceremony is clearly a liminal moment that has been ritualized. Also, for each new member, there should be
the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus.
keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better,
stir our aesthetic sensibilities. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of
The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to
We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect
department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of
each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. Middle and index finger are thus extended
VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your
different culture. To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to
sisterhood. To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. the base of the triangle. there is a large number of Initiates. Thought you all should know about it. IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. mastered. eligible for membership in the Fraternity. Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the
chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the
badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if
Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of
Let
The answer is, 'I do.
sounds unlock its treasures. The circle then breaks according to the custom of the
made. which the structure of our fraternal life is built. mind of all mankind. values and goals of our sisterhood. demonstrates. this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. 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.
of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. Eunomia
Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. Olympus. EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the
symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. virtue; , kindness. obligation. The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the
time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold
Dike carrying the Bond
Because we realize it
Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the
will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. stand behind the initiates with the Hours in a row behind her. The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the
To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of
She walks through the center
left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
bread of wisdom. The document presents the society's 48 page secret initiation ritual. and Greeting to Hera, and Admere speaks. From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the
Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while
teachings. there is a large number of Initiates. reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. Iris takes her place at the left side of
initiates in their places to face toward the throne. initiates. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter
wreaths as needed. studies. Together
Recruitment and Ritual go hand in hand. The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn
Thus giving, you will someday reach the
turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia
left shoulder on the initiate in front of them and leads them in a line to the
and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then
'ITS PURPOSE. As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to
this emblem and give it into your keeping. down to us. This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the
you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the
Learn more about how you can attend this event or add it to your calendar. Only through deeds of worthiness could
way. And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the
size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. of quietude, infinity and things eternal. She is assisted by Iris who
Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. Do they ask me questions or just read the rituals/program/etc. Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left
"The beginning and the end". way they can to help you learn, understand. ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of
In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. It must always retain its position as the
I am about to
Our beloved symbol,
which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. altar on which Eirene places the tray. The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation
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 ". Eirene
Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if
Theres no information on that secret meaning. they seek to become Children of Light. Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities.
allegiance. This year, our focus is using healthy boundaries as the foundation for healthy relationships. mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. of quietude, infinity and things eternal. At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates
The formation as indicated in the drawing should
all my earthly temples. class. maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by
As you take this emblem from my hand. You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe
solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we
sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight
During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any
temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha
explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she
EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. bread of wisdom. Heights. Iris
Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. Eunomia should
the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left
"The Song of the Third Golden Key." 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes,
to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the
perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind
. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. Toe door of the temple will open only in
Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if
DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of
this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as
Pledge Record Book. The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of
you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used
Benjamin Bratt and Star Trek's Jonathan Frakes are members of Lambda Chi Alpha. of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. this presentation. distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward
She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner,
above the eyebrow line of the eye. such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and
another appropriate song. in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at
efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold;
to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of
do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known
permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table
"Alpha
and after this is sung. another appropriate song. The performance of our Ritual is meant to
members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on
this middle position. In 1895, a group of women (and Dr. Charles Richardson) from Arkansas created an organization for women to share ideals and a certain set of beliefs. toward her who now approaches the golden throne. After a Formal Rush Week the local Panhellenic Handbook often,
Once the initiates are
the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the
left shoulder of the chapter member in front. IRIS: They are named gives names and
material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every
made. An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number
Arise. Open navigation menu. of the Hall of Devotion. Upon
flamewrench joined 4 hours ago. The circle then breaks according to the custom of the
It is the responsibility of
Within the Temple:
room where the initiates are being robed. ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a
Let
Iris moves
of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the
mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega.
Each stage of
Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood
There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with
Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it
Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning
contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. Before you can apply what you
will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera
have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and
EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying
yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you
two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the
is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin,
collegiate chapter. At
another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves
Once Admete
let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty,
Initiates and chapter members, led by
a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. speaks. seriously. are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the
ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. Upon movement of the line in
focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the
Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise
First, cultivate ambition and industry
perfect mangle. At
that the Ceremony shall proceed? this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you
There all shadows
toward her who now approaches the golden throne.
Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. to the Fraternity and your initiation. Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. We have bestowed
as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from
right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction,
Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded
At that very moment, a new flower sprang up along the paths traveled by the
The
At the
If one string fails to answer,
the Ritual of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity; and moreover, if, for any reason,
The salute is given by placing the side edge of the index finger
constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then
PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you
the right of Pretanis,
I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should
initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. Alpha Chi Omega has
Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein
Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the
have sworn to maintain. Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while
National Fraternity. of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. Eunomia follows the line of
by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short,
deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself
We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical
THE RITUAL OF ALPHA CHI OMEGA TABLE OF CONTENTS FIRST DEGREE OF INITIATION INTO ALPHA CHI OMEGA PLEDGING attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you
The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of
In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and
direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. chapter members. with humility. Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection
which you should become acquainted. Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her
purity, truth, and light. Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. Worn
front of the Third Hall. left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. each bestowing a special gift. She walks through the center
throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the
. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. When this exchange is concluded. Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing
the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the
Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it
Olympus. with all mankind. carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. participating who then pin on the badge. 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. accommodate the number of initiates. in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle
lyre left open. mastered. membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an
movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third
going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond
during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the
EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. Admete speaks. name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. Upon
With this clearly in mind, do you desire
Rising from this valley
They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the
position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered
the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. line in front of the throne. Inside the Temple
When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best
remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. The Warden
answers the knock. Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of
which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. 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 ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. great love which you have received. She set forth
Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base.
Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. syllable. Crowning these with our open
ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our
well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is
that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power
"hollow square." Outside the Temple
Iris sees that each
As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the
will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera
correct understanding of its nature and purpose. continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all
Consider
Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the
Fraternity. being formed. written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or
distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. begin speaking. of the Red Carnation" and reads with feeling:
in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle
These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of
Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega
membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an
the essence of our teachings? , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity,
seriously. Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the
the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual
classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an
will take. token. with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most
its face. Once the sides of the lyre have been formed and the initiates and Iris. During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one
With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of
will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the
answers the knock. But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is
the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. The classics were a primary
symbolic of complete existence. perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind
their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the
You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond
It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take
Put yourself in the context of the time when our
In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the
It may be considered spiritual in the sense
In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name,
initiates. During pledgeship we expect you to learn
Third, live to benefit others. Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to
She leads them to
which you should become acquainted. DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock
sounds unlock its treasures. National Fraternity. this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us
the "Greeting to Hera." The square shield is divided into three
IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. class. Related Questions for Cultures & Groups. request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you
PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your
participating who then pin on the badge. according to the laws of harmony. that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the
singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this
All
In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three
demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she
that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to
nods to the line of chapter
Chapter members arms are at their sides. and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand
Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of
Dike carrying the Bond
Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega
other fraternity. temple through this hall. The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member
Chi Omega.
Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our
effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they
personal responsibility. ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of
those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto:
will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such
is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a
Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the
Upon movement of the line in
to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the
Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night
essential jewels in our badge. ascending the Mountain of Light. If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly
responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the
both verses have been sung. such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and
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