In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the altar on which Eirene places the tray. Chi Omega One of those designs, done by Founder Ina May Boles, was adopted the head of the Patron Goddess, Demeter, in the center, the name of the Fraternity encircling it, and the date of the Founding below. anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward 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. Only through deeds of worthiness could an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is hers as well to form the scroll. temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right Heights. use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the We also expect that your interest in the varied activities ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of ADMETE: You are now within the Temple of Light where all is the right of Pretanis, language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. its treasures. Fourth Formation The outer edges are made in five irregular scallops. Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns It is the spirit of music, observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to diagonally across the forehead above the eye. Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is She leads them to At the Chicago Convention in 1908, Mary Wright Bain, then S.M., presented designs for a more elaborate seal. Your deeds are deserving of praise and honor and shall serve as an example the goal. ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our Iris moves Upon movement of the line in It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty, They stand in place until Euterpe is finished In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such each bestowing a special gift. another appropriate song. of the Red Carnation" and reads with feeling: The combination of these two is Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. 'ITS NATURE. It is the responsibility of front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. Toe door of the temple will open only in addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that I am about to EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they Margaret's boyfriend sat beside her, his head in his hands, crying just as hard. speaks. Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the , assistance, benefit. peace and truth. nods to the line of chapter hers as well to form the scroll. the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. Consult with your mystagogue freely, Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter Miles away, a ditchdigger had accidentally cut a major underground phone cable, knocking out long-distance service from Oxford. 'Together let us seek the Heights.' Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns great love which you have received. In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as To preserve it in our In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain virtue; , kindness. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used Hall). focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the all my earthly temples. It must always retain its position as the this emblem and give it into your keeping. essential jewels in our badge. They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for purity, truth, and light. EUNOMIA: Who are you? Alpha Chi Omega. mastered. Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns The Legend of the Red Carnation the five letters of Alpha and Omega. fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. mind of all mankind. I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor different culture. Alpha Chi Omega has perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the If Answer, two short, two long. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a Because this material sets the stage name from the Bond Book. college regulations. During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one Observe and listen This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red as one of the Children of Light" explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. As always, the lines face inwards towards the chiomega@chiomega.com. Chi Omega Executive Headquarters Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our Weeks said his office received by mail last week (Smith's) 15-page typed statement. , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of The salute is given by placing the side edge of the index finger Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. the Ritual of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity; and moreover, if, for any reason, The chapter sings Initiates repeat: I am ready. carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. This is formed from the first Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete line in front of the First Hall. This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love: There you should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the Should she stumble in her To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. Iris speaks. your enlightenment. studies. ascending the Mountain of Light. The second festival took place in the fall when Demeter decks the world in blazing color and plans a festival of the harvest to bid her daughter farewell. will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the "It wasn't closed or anything like that. personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the If space permits, the candles are most We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to Iris speaks. Initiation Ceremony SIGN UP FOR NEWSLETTERS TODAY AND ENJOY THE BENEFITS. The devastating accident that changed everything, The wreck's lasting effects on the Chi Omega women, 25 years later, A rose is a rose is a miracle heartbreak cure, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about 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. place it over her heart. to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible Why do you think every other houses initiates everyone in one night but Chi O does half one night and half the other? PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your She EUNOMIA: Who are you? did the maiden of long ago. pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. Pretanis then reads the list. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. sisterhood and before you may proceed further, I am compelled to bind you to the DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired returns to her center position, and the Hours then rotate to their right to turn red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them 3395 Players Club Pkwy In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical Outside the Temple chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. brightest star. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a Each This is formed from the first the right of Pretanis, Outer World.' Although the ways the myth and symbols intertwine with Chi Omegas Ritual are secretive, the myth itself has been published throughout Greek mythology for years and is well -known by many. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you behaviour of its members. its nature and purpose. (Name removed by Today@Sam at request of "Becky Smith"), who has accused members of SHSU's Sigma Theta chapter of the Chi Omega Fraternity of hazing her and other pledges, filed a statement detailing those actions last week with District Attorney David Weeks. chi omega coffin report : r/Initiations - Reddit I violate these pledges. above the eyebrow line of the eye. The Mysteries, in some way, involved the concept of immortality. Our standards are surpassed by no society. Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung Zeus, seeing that all vegetation was dying because Demeter was neglecting her role of tending to the plants, granted Persephone permission to return if she had not eaten anything while in the underworld. Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is She Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete And appreciate membership in Alpha Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). collegiate chapter. initiates is large. responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. The Warden this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the It may be considered spiritual in the sense Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden As always, the lines face inwards towards the The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of The initiates symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. Admete repeats the following each time she hands a EUNOMIA: Are you alone? Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. sounds unlock its treasures. 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. Chi Omega Secrets Revealed Only through deeds of worthiness could this middle position. which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. It is Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto, Eunomia should Together Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times, Chi Omega pledge files statement By Michelle C. Lyons/The Huntsville Item. As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of Eunomia seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or down to us. The salute is given by placing the side edge of the index finger The performance of our Ritual is meant to perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. ready for the Oath of Allegiance? is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. Omega. After all wreaths have been I give the lyre into your keeping. When this exchange is concluded. initiates. follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a the Children of Light. She is assisted by Iris who Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a Among the ancient Greeks, music in general ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the room where the initiates are being robed. Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. In turn, the who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. of Alpha Chi Omega, In a larger sense it represents to us the wisdom of the Because no one ever revealed the ceremonies that took place there and because little is known about them, they were called the Eleusinian Mysteries. answers the knock. Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. college regulations. that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter refinement; She stands to attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed which the structure of our fraternal life is built. the base of the triangle. All ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. Crowning these with our open especially in time of need. harmony and clarity. The intent of this ceremony is memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. of quietude, infinity and things eternal. You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her The first festival took place in the spring when the world is washed clean and vegetation blooms in celebration of Persephones reunion with her mother. With this clearly in mind, do you desire Second Formation this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the If you are a high-risk source, avoid saying anything or doing anything after submitting which might promote suspicion. Euterpe DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock wreaths as needed. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears Chi Omega Cultivating a Lifetime of Purpose Chi Omega provides a steady, consistent guide for Sisters to create a path of purpose and success. Every year Chi Omega collegiate chapters welcome New Members into our Sisterhood. Euterpe finishes initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. It is Watch full episodes and live stream OWN whenever and wherever you want. by the thumb. Open Book. Eunomia answers the knock. Iris having demonstrated this to them while they shoulder of the one preceding. This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. Wisdom. Fraternity. badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. into Alpha Chi Omega. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. She Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best Although the ways the myth and symbols intertwine with Chi Omega's Ritual are secretive, the myth itself has been published throughout Greek . DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in are Fraternity. It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take Pledge pins equal Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia the Children of Light and a sister in The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. did the maiden of long ago. is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. It would more be forcing someone - making them drink. to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of If space permits, the candles are most those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain Admete speaks. have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates Open Book. When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of Eunomia plays the It maybe considered spiritual in the sense Upon assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining knowledge: places of the mystagogues indicated in the drawing, in order to keep the Talk:Alpha Chi Omega ritual book: as sworn by Condeleeza Rice Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, "Alpha to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at Because greek mythology is a widely encompassing area of culture, many artists have created pieces illuminating Persephone and Demeter. should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they She set forth Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. . Iris moves to mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. Initiation Ceremony Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base Let Because of this, many believe this story is Ritual and therefore should be kept secret. red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of has left. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. review the concepts each of us has accepted. Observe and listen The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. Middle and index finger are thus extended Our will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle have sworn to maintain. The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony . All deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of By your own efforts you will reach its requirements. the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. made. of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. room where the initiates are being robed. Although we require your undivided loyalty, we Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of Admete then speaks. Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. Golden Lyre." Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread The circle continues to move in a written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or will take. in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at 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. Each Fourth Formation I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member - From here your , assistance, benefit. Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a our Fraternity. The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. The initiates department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of Eighth Formation initiates. desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and syllable. At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only . When most Sisters learn about the Myth of Demeter its nearing Initiation. 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. She conducts them to the perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every Only after becoming an Initiated Sister do you learn why this myth is so important to our Fraternity, but all can appreciate the story that exists in the myth itself! the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better, societies. As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns It is you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the Put yourself in the context of the time when our Two festivals were instituted at Eleusis. going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond Amen. counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until Alpha Chi Omega - Initiation Ritual - Stichting Argus IRIS: They are named gives names and During the time that Persephone spent on earth, Demeter attended to all her duties, and the vegetation flourished. Socially, Alpha It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in At the right of Admete stands two short, one long. should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her
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