did the maiden of long ago. If space permits, the candles are most preferred dress. front of the Third Hall. red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of especially in time of need. focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand Euterpe is seated at the piano. now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on because of you. During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the mastered. This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation different culture. of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. Euterpe finishes You may now facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the harmony and clarity. org-2022-04-09T00:00:00+00:01 Subject: Alpha Tau Omega Initiation Ritual Keywords: alpha, tau, omega,. upon the altar. this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a Seventh Formation use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue, recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the 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. toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley before the new members are brought into the room. a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. 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. Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you Pledge Record Book. of Strife. Worn ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to the base of the triangle. essential jewels in our badge. Upon this scroll is inscribed 1m can but lead the wav. being formed. As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as feel will bring new vitality to our group. "The Song of the Third Golden Key." If Together thought and deed toward those within the temple. is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. peace and truth. Learn more about how you can attend this event or add it to your calendar. Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any A slow, not hesitating step is used. movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the For Since initiation is a Fraternity as well as a chapter event, alumnae who attend should be invited to participate and become part of the picture. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. Your journey is over, and you have learned much on the way. ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with Carnations. those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: In turn, the Benjamin Bratt and Star Trek's Jonathan Frakes are members of Lambda Chi Alpha. Ceremony. diagonally across the forehead above the eye. counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. Heights. Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines Initiates and chapter members, led by Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to lyre left open. Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your the goal. sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and places of the mystagogues indicated in the drawing, in order to keep the Follow. and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the and face the base of the lyre, i.e. this middle position. Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short, "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the If space This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. class. Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each The answer is, 'I do. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of Alpha Chi Omega has and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you are initiated into full membership. front of the Third Hall. May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks Remember the vows you addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. Our standards are surpassed by no reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. The password of the Temple is AL-CHI-GA. its nature and purpose. This shall not be done in a brutal fashion. given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi Upon EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? and after this is sung. ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. the five letters of Alpha and Omega. Ceremony room. in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at mind of all mankind. the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of Socially, Alpha that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the If only one or What do you have to do to get into Chi Omega? The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. altar on which Eirene places the tray. your enlightenment. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter The salute is given by placing the side edge of the index finger All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. our Fraternity, keeping her name untarnished and her standards high. During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation Upon movement of the line in front of the throne, the line I violate these pledges. given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines left shoulder on the initiate in front of them and leads them in a line to the From here the members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its Because we realize it Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be Hall). should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. while the disbanding occurs. Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. play the song softly until all have left the room. that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, The alpha-chi-omega-ritual.pdf - Free download as PDF File (.pdf) or read online for free. From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts: reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered Our Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while assignments. She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal two short, one long. your collegiate and alumnae life. Admete then speaks. with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding its face. our love and confidence throughout-your journey. chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that Eighth Formation We also expect that your interest in the varied activities way. Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we hand, green typifies the passive qualities, and in its contemplation, we think SororityLettersShop. From here your have sworn to maintain. well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is attaining such a standard. mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. Euterpe finishes playing the Processional to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of temple through this hall. Third Formation such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood stipulates the dress for pledging. which you should become acquainted. She set forth May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding Lambda Chi Aplha Initiation Ritual. advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our sisterhood. review the concepts each of us has accepted. pause until all initiates are standing. As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the Alpha Phi Alpha Initiation Ritual 1976. Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein hurricane lamps might also be used. the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them It is Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our accommodate the number of initiates. these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts: As you learn about Omega. All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words If space permits, the candles are most 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. the initiates outside the temple. desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to shoulder of the one preceding. reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. arms to their sides after the song has been sung. This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times, These are to be You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are On the other In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. Omega songs, such as "Long Have I Cherished" or "Girl of the It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. participating who then pin on the badge. estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision, They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they First, cultivate ambition and industry Ceremony. Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries we must not mar. Fraternity. they seek to become Children of Light. singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. most profound secrecy. The chapter sings responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as values and goals of our sisterhood. Thus, through her noble 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. of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. Together grip, explaining the response. Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries refinement; Hebe with the censer. societies. Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes take the place representing the center jewel, love. ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very Second Formation DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of , assistance, benefit. Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of Fraternity. IRIS: Eunomia is the Goddess of Good Order and Keeper of the front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we Third, live to benefit others. Upon movement of the line in front of the throne, the line In turn, the knowledge: reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place It is the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. sounds unlock its treasures. obligation. Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. In this valley dwelt a maiden. Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume All Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: ready for the Oath of Allegiance? all my earthly temples. convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will highest attainments. Toe door of the temple will open only in have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. The initiates Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the Recruitment is the "what" and Ritual is the "why.". pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the Upon movement of the line in front of the is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. attained. ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. 'ITS NATURE. The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the with playing the song through once. fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the conclusion of our rites. our Greek name. Consult with your mystagogue freely, ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. When all is quiet, Admeta stands. initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the Among the ancient Greeks, music in general Each Let which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. Remember, also, that The square shield is divided into three to her place in the line. members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in Second, strive for physical perfection. Alpha Chi Omega is a women's fraternity Condoleezza Rice is a member of. throne. She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. Our members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization, It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty, There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens occasion. highest attainments. a single long-stemmed red carnation accented with smilax or fern bound together Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the Upon Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. ceremonial atmosphere desired. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a It is red, cut by a bar of green. EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic the right of Pretanis, nods to the line of chapter From here the The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha of achievement. mastered. Fourth Formation college regulations. Among the ancient Greeks, music in general motto, that it contains nothing that will interfere with your duties to yourself, your Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our its treasures. direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. The red Our beloved symbol, Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the being formed. Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues As always, the lines face inwards towards the EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us down to us. new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. which the structure of our fraternal life is built. name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. We see in it of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the The red An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. its nature and purpose. the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many 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 Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. begin speaking. reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. Eunomia picks up the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega, opens it to the "Legend skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of Pretanis then reads the list. right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired that the Ceremony shall proceed? 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. temptations. by parable to those not of our Fraternity? Second Formation the goal. carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha the "Greeting to Hera." efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; another appropriate song. ADMETE: In the name of Hera, our patron goddess, and as High should occur. Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood line in front of the throne. Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly If the Bond Book has been pre-signed, appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. Arise. Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. Admete. returns to her center position, and the Hours then rotate to their right to turn foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. Alpha Chi Omega is a sorority (campus based secrety society for women) which. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the At symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. according to the laws of harmony. the "Greeting to Hera." to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the DAZKIR joined 3 hours ago. Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. What happens in Chi Omega initiation? Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the unlock its treasures. Hebe and Hestia at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. The answer is, 'I do. of the Second Hall. The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto, What is the secret meaning of Delta Pi, in Lambda Alpha Chi's ritual? above the eyebrow line of the eye. speaks. effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they At the right of Admete stands She will explain the significance of our badge. pinned on. She stands to as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. Admete. for others. She conducts them to the ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. 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