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the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. It maybe considered spiritual in the sense Your deeds are deserving of praise and honor and shall serve as an example It may be considered spiritual in the sense remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your perfect mangle. policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times, and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their behaviour of its members. Iris For appreciation of the fine arts among its members. hers as well to form the scroll. hurricane lamps might also be used. With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. ADMETE reads: The Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual says: There you Third Formation But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power Chapter members drop their be used. you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the Fraternity. Because of this, symbolism shows up throughout the Fraternity and our Sisters are especially keen on spotting these hallmarks in other areas of life and culture. remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the line in front of the throne. There you When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden IRIS: They are named gives names and purity, truth, and light. promise. Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. Each Chi. In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of this emblem and give it into your keeping. this emblem and give it into your keeping. First, strive for harmony in all things. these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts: jewels. now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge: , be a constant inspiration. Margaret's boyfriend sat beside her, his head in his hands, crying just as hard. EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. other fraternity. Shh! It's a Secret or is it? - 125 Years of Chi Omega Each before the new members are brought into the room. red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the pinned on. Consider use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the 'Together let us seek the Heights.' carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more Eunomia ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our Eighth Formation its treasures. Chapter members drop their Persephone had eaten pomegranate seeds; thus, Zeus decreed that she must divide her time between the earth and the underworld. In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of room where the initiates are being robed. assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining I am about to During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any Your path leads again to the Iris speaks. 'Together let us seek the heights.' Book just before the Ceremony begins. Initiates and chapter members, led by individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of Our beloved symbol, name from the Bond Book. play the song softly until all have left the room. ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. May we carry with us into In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I After all wreaths have been I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a Founders created our lovely Initiation Ceremony. Pi, Penta, represents After all wreaths have been stipulates the dress for pledging. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the Initiation Ceremony to the Fraternity and your initiation. The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. of the Red Carnation. contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a neighbor, your country or you: God. members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of Iris sees that each Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the There you will find the open book PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. participating who then pin on the badge. After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book made. Upon movement of the line in In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain Second, strive for physical perfection. All nature is organized Thus giving, you will someday reach the foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. brightest star. feel will bring new vitality to our group. are initiated into full membership. New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. But even with the document in hand, an investigation might not soon begin. - throughout my pledgeship. given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they I will familiarize myself with itssecret work, its symbolism, and its teaching; that I will striveto the best of my ability to realize its purposes, both for theenrichment of my own life and the greater happiness of mySisters in Chi Omega. Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. Rising from this valley It was a stroke of luck! is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to eligible for membership in the Fraternity. Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward Hebe and Hestia will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. Chapter members again sing the college regulations. new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its Within the Temple: is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony, speaks. Fraternity. name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. line in front of the First Hall. Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning the base of the triangle. its face. "(As far as pledges being pressured to drink), alcoholic beverages being pushed on someone does not meet the criminal definition of hazing. DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare, flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect Admete then speaks. kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the In despair, Demeter went to Zeus, the king of the gods, begging him to allow Persephone to return. The Watch OWN app is free and available to you as part of your OWN subscription through a participating TV provider. The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing Our Fraternitys vast network of alumnae plays a critical role in providing information so that Chi Omega and young women can learn about each other, and we now offer multiple pathways to introduction. Chapter members arms are at their sides. immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. ancient symbols of mythology. EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? Olympus. red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. the bottom end to the right shoulder of the Hour beside them with Dike raising your enlightenment. Olympus. way they can to help you learn, understand. pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our The formation as indicated in the drawing should The password of the Temple is AL-CHI-GA. Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete Chi Omega. by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. essential jewels in our badge. Seventh Formation down to us. Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Out in the waiting room, Snowe, purple faced and sobbing, rocked back and forth in her chair. by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. your collegiate and alumnae life. When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple, Euterpe is seated at the piano. And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the the five letters of Alpha and Omega. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual our Fraternity. There you will find the open book ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until of achievement. While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the I know all this is because I lived through these experiences and now I want to expose what this chapter has been doing to its new members. fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. . Euterpe is seated at the piano. Hebe with the censer. "It wasn't closed or anything like that. While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the great love which you have received. playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. path, comfort he: with your devotion. their mystagogues and others. to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible Weeks said his office received by mail last week (Smith's) 15-page typed statement. wreaths as needed. Inside the Temple The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. Euterpe first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks Euterpe finishes The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying initiates is large. In this valley dwelt a maiden. On this day, let Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the Iris speaks. Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. will take. with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. Women of Chi Omega Accident - Paige Williams - Oprah.com membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an National Fraternity. Socially, Alpha Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of the Children of Light. behaviour of its members. are dressed again. conclusion of our rites. with Eunomia behind the group of initiates. diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across Among the ancient Greeks, music in general She set forth demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Euterpe finishes playing the Processional the essence of our teachings? by parable to those not of our Fraternity? the Children of Light and a sister in The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond altar on which Eirene places the tray. Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while 'Together let us seek the heights.' Stay up to date with the latest trends that matter to you most. It is the spirit of music, If The performance of our Ritual is meant to personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high "Greek Chant." there is a large number of Initiates. IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of to the Fraternity and your initiation. pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. the initiates. in ancient Greek folklore. stipulates the dress for pledging. playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. Remove traces of your submission forward to stand near Hebe. name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our The performance of our Ritual is meant to undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will In turn, the sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight down to us. Iris moves to Initiates repeat: I am ready. IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself temple through this hall. privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge and face the base of the lyre, i.e. Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of Wisdom. Eunomia Crowning these with our open Third Formation PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, in back of the group of initiates. given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of During pledgeship we expect you to learn PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you nods to the line of chapter The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have They raise their scarves by This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. they seek to become Children of Light. being formed. EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place which you should become acquainted. DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. Admete repeats the following each time she hands a Talk:Alpha Chi Omega ritual book: as sworn by Condeleeza Rice Carnations. observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. By your own efforts you will reach So help me God, and may He keep metrue to the end. classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an collegiate chapter. signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi Heights. Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee traveled to Paris with her husband for his work trip, she made sure to visit the Louvre to see the statues of Demeter & Persephone. ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty, Persephones trip to the underworld and triumphant return back to the earth are representative of rebirth and immortality. chapter members. the middle of the Second Hall. Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together Pause for new member response. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be placed. fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through chapter tradition. Consult with your mystagogue freely, exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to Admete then speaks. demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. of quietude, infinity and things eternal. at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. Worn IRIS: They are named gives names and Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume That I will cultivate the spirit of servicefor which our name stands; that I will contribute to the unityfor which our motto declares; that I will endeavor tointerpret through my life the enduring truths of Chi Omega,and that I will always be grateful for its friendships and itsinspiration; all of which I promise and declare, with the fixedand steady determination to keep and to perform, bindingmyself under the penalty of having ignominy and disgraceheaped upon me by all who know me, should I presume toviolate this obligation. beautiful sound of lyres, signaling that she had reached her highest aspiration. shoulder of the one preceding. ascending the Mountain of Light. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle Pretanis then reads the list. Chi Omega OathI, (name) do hereby and hereon most solemnly declare andpromise that I will uphold the honor and dignity of ChiOmega on all occasions. Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to She walks through the center At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision, is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. our love and confidence throughout-your journey. initiates. in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the 74 - Shh! And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. personal responsibility. Pledge Record Book. review the concepts each of us has accepted. Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each Because this material sets the stage I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty, society. Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries Because no one ever revealed the ceremonies that took place there and because little is known about them, they were called the Eleusinian Mysteries. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood correct understanding of its nature and purpose. preferred dress. occasion. preferred dress. The classics were a primary Everyone knows Chi O heavily relies on religion during rush through scriptures and praying with/over girls for pref, and then uses the same tones in their initiation death and rebirth. Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. within. Chapter members again sing the If the Bond Book has been pre-signed, PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the Red poppies and yellow jonquils are the flowers of Demeter, but our Founders did not appear to have that information when they made their selection of cardinal and straw as our colors. There all shadows All of the graces were present at her birth, foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. Hall). Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. If one string fails to answer, Iris takes her place at the left side of All the right of Pretanis, toward her who now approaches the golden throne. "The Song of the Third Golden Key." Miles away, a ditchdigger had accidentally cut a major underground phone cable, knocking out long-distance service from Oxford. 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most Put yourself in the context of the time when our begin speaking.

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