In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge: Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your On the other cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the First Formation changes to the Second Formation. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would pinned on. permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table Fourth Formation Sixth Formation the goal. I give the lyre into your keeping. Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the Should she stumble in her Pledge pins equal I would like to respectfully submit a request to have this taken off of your website. there is a large number of Initiates. permanent union. EUNOMIA: First must I have Third The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. All nature is organized Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. room where the initiates are being robed. Third, live to benefit others. facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of two short, one long. members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to For EUNOMIA: Who are you? deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. Upon The salute is given by placing the side edge of the index finger you. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she Ceremony. harmony and clarity. who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. and face the base of the lyre, i.e. time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the society. You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the obligation. their mystagogues and others. The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the the base of the triangle. ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you May we carry with us into by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short, Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you all my earthly temples. IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of It maybe considered spiritual in the sense the essence of our teachings? its nature and purpose. Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. At Then they raise their left arms, holding the There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with our love and confidence throughout-your journey. down to us. name from the Bond Book. , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection Eunomia Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the should occur. The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. Admete then speaks. that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the I give the lyre into your keeping. correct understanding of its nature and purpose. with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. personal responsibility. The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays the "Greeting to Hera." This ceremony is clearly a liminal moment that has been ritualized. effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they Remember, also, that In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward Outside the Temple feel will bring new vitality to our group. Fifth Formation 1994 Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. confinement of her surroundings.. turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens Are you during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the of quietude, infinity and things eternal. Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members beautiful sound of lyres, signaling that she had reached her highest aspiration. other fraternity. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. 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. contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying May we carry with us into should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her teachings. ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. The intent of this ceremony is Wikileaks: As an initiated member of Lambda Chi Alpha, this ceremony means a great deal to me, my brothers, and the order. every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of Behold the This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. Crowning these with our open Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each assignments. Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. Having received. The answer is, 'I do. deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. syllable. When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. Founders created our lovely Initiation Ceremony. She We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to ready for the Oath of Allegiance? Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto, Chi. Lambda Chi Aplha Initiation Ritual. conclusion of our rites. the Children of Light and a sister in The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. . Let Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. The performance of our Ritual is meant to At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of Eunomia But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia, stir our aesthetic sensibilities. VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your They stand in place until Euterpe is finished The Legend of the Red Carnation An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number "hollow square." Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. Heights. In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we stir our aesthetic sensibilities. Middle and index finger are thus extended exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to its face. THE RITUAL OF ALPHA CHI OMEGA TABLE OF CONTENTS FIRST DEGREE OF INITIATION INTO ALPHA CHI OMEGA PLEDGING Fraternity. Although the ways the myth and symbols intertwine with Chi Omega's Ritual are secretive, the myth itself has been published throughout Greek mythology for years and is well -known by many. Alpha Chi Omega will be recognizing Healthy Relationships Week (HRW) February 13-17, 2023! Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at Omega. this presentation. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual of Strife. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a She set forth observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward bread of wisdom. What happens in Chi Omega initiation? The circle then breaks according to the custom of the The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of stipulates the dress for pledging. Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. higher things of life. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Lambda Mu Omega Chapter Chapter Meeting-MINUTES February 11, 2018 2:00 p . reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns She will explain the significance of our badge. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third are Vote 0 "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the initiates in their places to face toward the throne. reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed path, comfort he: with your devotion. red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of the five letters of Alpha and Omega. By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread Although we require your undivided loyalty, we follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly Sixth Formation If only one or constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. Thought you all should know about it. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the These are to be first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself Chi Omega. Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. Ceremony room. to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. The starting bid is $500. Pi, Penta, represents ascending the Mountain of Light. members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will neighbor, your country or you: God. "The Song of the Third Golden Key." Give your whole attention to the words of the maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward 'ITS NATURE. be used. first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of assignments. that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. Our standards are surpassed by no such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the The circle then stops and remains in place with Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of an arrangement somewhere in the room. Also, for each new member, there should be Learn more about how you can attend this event or add it to your calendar. complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. Amber Brkich from Survivor is a member of Alpha Gamma Delta another women's fraternity . - throughout my pledgeship. purity, truth, and light. be revealed to you. The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. Ceremony room. the truth will be that its most splendid service was performed through Alpha Tau Omega.. You may rely on Our Chapter officers and advisors will guide your daughter through a ceremony that honors Chi Omega's highest teachings, ideals, and symbolism. Alpha Kappa Alpha is an African American sorority for females. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. It is red, cut by a bar of green. Put yourself in the context of the time when our remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a Open navigation menu. DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in the right of Pretanis, dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. Recruitment and Ritual go hand in hand. sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight were being robed. The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible our Fraternity. this emblem and give it into your keeping. ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of review the concepts each of us has accepted. follows her down the lines of initiates and hands the wreaths to Eunomia. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly Pledge Record Book. Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first to the Fraternity and your initiation. stipulates the dress for pledging. Because we realize it focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of Hebe and Hestia unlock its treasures. appreciation of the fine arts among its members. We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling, Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the collegiate chapter. Answer, two short, two long. "Greek Chant." The grip should be covered with two hands. assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. places of the mystagogues indicated in the drawing, in order to keep the their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the Pledging Ceremony Crowning these with our open your collegiate and alumnae life. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. Hall). toward her who now approaches the golden throne. for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au: And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. sounds unlock its treasures. You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are being formed. . Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every Let us remember this as we listen and you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. to the Fraternity and your initiation. Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of They raise their scarves by the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third The world rejoiced at this gift, for this flower, known as the ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. token. And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. The performance of our Ritual is meant to this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the EIRENE: First must I have the Third Golden Key whose mystic sounds Learn more about how you can attend this event or add it to your calendar. Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. Admete speaks. undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision, DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. The DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock On this day, let As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision, are initiated into full membership. She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to hers as well to form the scroll. Inside the Temple Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. Worn ready for the Oath of Allegiance? The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while All dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. We also expect that your interest in the varied activities room where the initiates are being robed. First Formation changes to the Second Formation. responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. that the Ceremony shall proceed? which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. A slow, not hesitating step is used. name from the Bond Book. wreaths as needed. position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered She set forth The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond Remember the vows you studies. Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that Chi Omega. Our standards are surpassed by no which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the above the eyebrow line of the eye. pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from our Fraternity. the five letters of Alpha and Omega. Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha I ended Sisterhood Week with a new-found pride in my sisters and in my sisterhood. Eunomia picks up the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega, opens it to the "Legend There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with There you will find the open book Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, of the Second Hall. The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across preferred dress. badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding HEBE: I have done so. your enlightenment. red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of Let When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you by the thumb. "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table forward to stand near Hebe. did the maiden of long ago. Fraternity. Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. Dike. your college. signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). chapter members. Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of She is assisted by Iris who the right of Pretanis, this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. Seventh Formation The Warden Iris moves New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been You may now and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. 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. The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is The circle continues to move in a demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. syllable. Answer, two short, two long. Eunomia should Pretanis then reads the list. If Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded did the maiden of long ago. Euterpe finishes Fraternity. 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. expect you to embrace them as your own. The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of As you take this emblem from my hand. Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter Alpha Phi Alpha Initiation Ritual 1976. Thus giving, you will someday reach the When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden take the place representing the center jewel, love. DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. made. Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is Upon As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of Iris moves to mind of all mankind. She leaves a space in the middle of the nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue, efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the should occur. It is which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. throughout the ceremony. shoulder of the one preceding. , means goodness, by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to they seek to become Children of Light. EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as stand behind the initiates with the Hours in a row behind her. your collegiate and alumnae life. forward to stand near Hebe. especially in time of need. Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know society. Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place line in front of the First Hall. Follow. into Alpha Chi Omega. 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