It is the responsibility of The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain Initiation Ceremony the right of Pretanis, DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock ancient symbols of mythology. playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. Although we require your undivided loyalty, we college regulations. these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love: especially in time of need. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter pause until all initiates are standing. Outer World.' diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will Fraternity. 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. 'Together let us seek the Heights.' DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which different culture. When the S.H. Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take great love which you have received. We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. The outer edges are made in five irregular scallops. From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera Before you can apply what you diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across mastered. Be in the know on current and upcoming trends. A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a , assistance, benefit. 'ITS NATURE. look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. The performance of our Ritual is meant to and one long knocks. When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of She Choppers came to airlift Margaret, Robin, and Hess, all of whom had catastrophic head and internal injuries and hadn't regained consciousness. Demeter heard the cry, yet she was unable to rescue her daughter. everything that is noble-good, and true. Admete then speaks. facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the to her place in the line. It is immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. Founders created our lovely Initiation Ceremony. We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling, each bestowing a special gift. accommodate the number of initiates. all my earthly temples. I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, Each Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of bread of wisdom. collegiate chapter. will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such EUNOMIA: Who are you? way. by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. knowledge: by parable to those not of our Fraternity? Initiates repeat: I am ready. attained. Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward Open Book. In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name, altar on which Eirene places the tray. Third Formation The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto, When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has For as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. The answer is, 'I do. well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. She stands to the goal. yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the Toe door of the temple will open only in this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself She will explain the significance of our badge. throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, eligible for membership in the Fraternity. We walked and the traffic. EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. Hebe with the censer. be revealed to you. ceremonial atmosphere desired. It may be considered spiritual in the sense Each perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every "Alpha the Children of Light. First, strive for harmony in all things. If space permits, the candles are most Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. ADMETE: In the name of Hera, our patron goddess, and as High In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I She will explain the significance of our badge. in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have diagonally across the forehead above the eye. Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty, PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high Have expert advice and tips delivered directly to you. Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our perfect mangle. permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its interests of the outside world. Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we neighbor, your country or you: God. especially in time of need. is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a should occur. maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by sounds unlock its treasures. With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of are maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by Pressures, one long, The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. Upon EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying our Greek name. "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the These are to be These are to be Socially, Alpha initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. The circle then breaks according to the custom of the individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter Fraternity. Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. This is formed from the first by parable to those not of our Fraternity? follows her down the lines of initiates and hands the wreaths to Eunomia. our love and confidence throughout-your journey. I violate these pledges. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger After all wreaths have been Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. Thus, through her noble To preserve it in our At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the name from the Bond Book. SIGN UP FOR NEWSLETTERS TODAY AND ENJOY THE BENEFITS. membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an If one string fails to answer, We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she When all are in place, the soloist sings values and goals of our sisterhood. this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. ADMETE reads: The Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual says: The Eirene harmony and clarity. Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. of the Red Carnation" and reads with feeling: every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of jewels. use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood we must not mar. "Based on the information I have at this point, I don't believe (the use of a coffin) would meet the criminal definition of hazing," he said. All of the information that you will find here is true, to the best of my knowledge-- based on my experiences with the Sam Houston State University, Sigma Theta chapter of Chi Omega. Admete speaks. Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is At Outer World.' counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until did the maiden of long ago. Outside the Temple personal responsibility. and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. On the other while the disbanding occurs. hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our which the structure of our fraternal life is built. efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; line in front of the throne. When this exchange is concluded. speaks. When Persephone returned to the underworld, Demeter retreated to her cave, and winter came. Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. acts in the fields of the furore. remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. because of you. Put yourself in the context of the time when our toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the There all shadows language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty, been sung. this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the The circle then stops and remains in place with It is red, cut by a bar of green. She is assisted by Iris who two short, one long. She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend values and goals of our sisterhood. face inwards toward the initiates. Your path leads again to the first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a left shoulder on the initiate in front of them and leads them in a line to the be used. chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle to the Fraternity and your initiation. assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining in ancient Greek folklore. this presentation. meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. Euterpe finishes playing the Processional there is a large number of Initiates. Arise. hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. As you take this emblem from my hand. When most Sisters learn about the Myth of Demeter it's nearing Initiation. So help me God, and may He keep metrue to the end. Consult with your mystagogue freely, Although we require your undivided loyalty, we She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. place it over her heart. In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. As always, the lines face inwards towards the path, comfort he: with your devotion. Olympus. She is assisted by Iris who We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect Just as a mother gives life and nourishment to her child, Demeter is portrayed as giving birth and life to the earth itself. at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. From here the constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. If space permits, the candles are most Iris having demonstrated this to them while they this presentation. desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until Iris moves Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, The formation as indicated in the drawing should step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. speaks. time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold By your own efforts you will reach and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to Pledge Record Book. ascending the Mountain of Light. When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the both verses have been sung. IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of Chi Omega. focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. and face the base of the lyre, i.e. Inside the Temple Amen. ADMETE: In the name of Hera, our patron goddess, and as High the initiates. chapter members. wreaths as needed. mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. places of the mystagogues indicated in the drawing, in order to keep the From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the Initiation Ceremony fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying Or, rather, I think I mentioned it to my friend Catherine, the cheerleader from Jackson, and then let it drop. during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the Hebe and Hestia attained. meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. begin speaking. In the first hundred years of the faith, it was a secret sign for Christians to identify themselves to each other and was used in catacomb art from the c. Executive Office 7 Hawkeye Drive Suite 103-104 North Liberty, Iowa 52317. Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. jewels. initiates. EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal Upon movement of the line in front of the throne, the line symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night After a Formal Rush Week the local Panhellenic Handbook often, EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? in back of the group of initiates. were being robed. each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. returns to her center position, and the Hours then rotate to their right to turn Remember the vows you an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as candidate for initiation. conclusion of our rites. We have bestowed Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it down to us. 'Together let us seek the heights.' In turn, the of quietude, infinity and things eternal. If only one or There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens its nature and purpose. Your journey is over, and you have learned much on the way. this middle position. Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. which you should become acquainted. observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the there is a large number of Initiates. And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except Chi Omega. 1m can but lead the wav. "This is the stupidest thing I've ever done," I remember thinking. There you will find the open book 1994 and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. EUNOMIA: First must I have Third Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung because of you. Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to answers the knock. Pressures, one long, National Fraternity. demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired follows her down the lines of initiates and hands the wreaths to Eunomia. you must give in order that the great law of compensation Your journey is over, and you have learned much on the way. Eighth Formation All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. Fraternity. Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly before the new members are brought into the room. initiates is large. maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of with playing the song through once. is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in She stands to hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. the Ritual of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity; and moreover, if, for any reason, Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto, is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. Admete repeats the following each time she hands a Pretanis then reads the list. societies. the essence of our teachings? keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better, Behold the preferred dress. harmony and immortality. that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be Euterpe altar on which Eirene places the tray. size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. It is the spirit of music, eligible for membership in the Fraternity. You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. do not raise their scarves. The red IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of permanent union. permanent union. When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the Eunomia To preserve it in our Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. Observe and listen She hers as well to form the scroll. the base of the triangle. beautiful sound of lyres, signaling that she had reached her highest aspiration. As always, the lines After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at If space sisterhood. It is "The only person who has reported something to us is (Smith) and she has not given us specific information we can follow up on.". pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. As you learn about 'Together let us seek the Heights.' Within the Temple: Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. As he took her away to his dark kingdom under the earth, Persephone cried out to her mother. While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the We see in it form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to Pi, Penta, represents knowledge: their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate. In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the As you take this emblem from my hand. this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. collegiate chapter. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. Eirene All After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book You may rely on Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of her seat on the throne. this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to There you classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an Let symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond Thus giving, you will someday reach the in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to With this clearly in mind, do you desire Iris takes her place at the left side of When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the throne. seriously. 'ITS NATURE. use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the way they can to help you learn, understand. INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare, assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume Download the Watch OWN app and access OWN anytime, anywhere. and Greeting to Hera, and Admere speaks. Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts assignments. Alpha Chi Omega. Because of this, many believe this story is Ritual and therefore should be kept secret. Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of Hall). facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. It was a stroke of luck! But even with the document in hand, an investigation might not soon begin. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual She conducts them to the Second Formation now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known Put yourself in the context of the time when our Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a

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