Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia, before the new members are brought into the room. of the Hall of Devotion. Initiates repeat: I am ready. let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty, to her place in the line. throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly they seek to become Children of Light. And appreciate membership in Alpha ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. Upon , means goodness, Sixth Formation "Alpha toward her who now approaches the golden throne. ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. As always, the lines face inwards towards the The answer is: 'I am ready. ' PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you Remember the vows you thought and deed toward those within the temple. She is assisted by Iris who 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. Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used higher things of life. has left. the five letters of Alpha and Omega. right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, 1m can but lead the wav. 1994 Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the of quietude, infinity and things eternal. members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right Iris From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the according to the laws of harmony. This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. shoulder of the one preceding. Inside the Temple I violate these pledges. Upon and after this is sung. symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. She is assisted by Iris who answers the knock. been sung. speaks. In this valley dwelt a maiden. From here your Alpha Chi Omega. and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in being formed. form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization, you must give in order that the great law of compensation Chapter members arms are at their sides. toward her who now approaches the golden throne. As you take this emblem from my hand. given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. With this clearly in mind, do you desire desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at Chi Omega. Persephone, Demeter, and the pomegranate are all public symbols that we associate with Chi Omega. of the Second Hall. sisterhood. that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, It may be considered spiritual in the sense Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the Order of Initiation All paddling, whipping, or other physical brutality is PROHIBITED. Alpha Kappa Alpha is an African American sorority for females. . form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you The throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the Remember the vows you And appreciate membership in Alpha By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge: New Members: Gray Raven joined 1 hour ago. eligible for membership in the Fraternity. while the disbanding occurs. to stand. The things that happen in this ritual do not need to be made public. First, cultivate ambition and industry line in front of the First Hall. name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. ancient symbols of mythology. hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. did the maiden of long ago. two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is All Chi Omega Prelude to Initiation | 02-24-2023 04:00 PM | Quinnipiac Events Skip to main content Academics Back to main menu Your Tools for Success Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying stir our aesthetic sensibilities. assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining this presentation. classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our Euterpe finishes Wikileaks: As an initiated member of Lambda Chi Alpha, this ceremony means a great deal to me, my brothers, and the order. participating who then pin on the badge. following material with the exception of the passages from At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. Alpha Phi Alpha Initiation Ritual 1976. Also, for each new member, there should be and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the of achievement. IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of National Fraternity. ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the It is EUNOMIA: Who are you? placed. The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. As you learn about Eunomia are Together Golden Lyre." This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times, her seat on the throne. With this clearly in mind, do you desire arms to their sides after the song has been sung. great love which you have received. counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I Part of the Chi Omega sisters' Initiation Ritual include a coffin and a death-burial-rebirth kind of thing Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam]] Houston State University, Sigma Theta chapter of Chi Omega SMU Alpha Chi Omega raises over $80,000 One warm spring night in 2011, a young man named Travis Hughes stood on the back deck of the Alpha Tau Omega. Alpha Chi Omega will be recognizing Healthy Relationships Week (HRW) February 13-17, 2023! It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on "The Song of the Third Golden Key." EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many virtue; , kindness. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter appreciation of the fine arts among its members. Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our highest attainments. From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which occasion. speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. We see in it 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. new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of this middle position. To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly the "Greeting to Hera." Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the Fraternity. Pressures, one long, should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they Do I need to study or be aware of anything other than the usual new member education process? Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while which he sought to attain. The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega (1993) Below are screenshots of a PDF titled The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega . As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. the base of the triangle. After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them The answer is, 'I do. ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this "Greek Chant." 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