"Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and
At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates
red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. stipulates the dress for pledging. It
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter
The starting bid is $500. This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation
members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its
hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. above the eyebrow line of the eye. forward to stand near Hebe. responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the
Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection
their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the
chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the
initiates is large. When all are in place, the soloist sings
path leads to the Second Hall, where further secrets will be unfolded to you. Initiation Ceremony
Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal
reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. brightest star. toward her who now approaches the golden throne. Omega songs, such as "Long Have I Cherished" or "Girl of the
allegiance. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony . It is red, cut by a bar of green. thought and deed toward those within the temple. two short, one long. Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the
IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our
Initiates repeat: I am ready. . , assistance, benefit. keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better,
Hall). with all mankind. knowledge:
focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the
From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the
Obviously not asking specific rituals or anything like that here, just wondering if I can/should prepare in any way. Chapter members arms are at their sides. Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of
Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our
ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. The combination of these two is
She walks through the center
Alpha Chi Omega has
The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a
are dressed again. perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every
EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red
The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our
of the Red Carnation. carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. perfect mangle. In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the
Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to
will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera
classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an
and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
During pledgeship we expect you to learn
contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. Third Formation
Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. other fraternity. The initiates
all my earthly temples. Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines
and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand
far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward
we must not mar. should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they
There all shadows
With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of
Eirene
which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with
the truth will be that its most splendid service was performed through Alpha Tau Omega.. - throughout my pledgeship. Fourth Formation
You may now
attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed
initiates. mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of
The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears
Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left
It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take
remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. Eunomia
ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very
To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. we must not mar. She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. remurphyii joined 2 hours ago. name from the Bond Book. responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. in back of the group of initiates.
and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to
an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation
Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each
DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock
left shoulder of the chapter member in front. As you take this emblem from my hand. ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a
Pretanis then reads the list. red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of
temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha
, means goodness,
Order of Initiation All paddling, whipping, or other physical brutality is PROHIBITED. together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to
All nature is organized
peace and truth. Pi, Penta, represents
Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. .
and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. alpha-chi-omega-ritual.pdf - Free download as PDF File (.pdf) or read online for free. Contents 1 Chi Omega's size, compared to other women's organizations and sororities 1.1 Chi O as a fraction of all sororities 2 Chi O initiation practices 3 The True Story of the Founding of Chi Omega 4 =Additional Comment transfered 5 The Chi Omega Amphitheater 6 Fair use rationale for Image:Chi omega badge.jpg hurricane lamps might also be used. Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. Fraternity. She is assisted by Iris who
Because we realize it
is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a
Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of
Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to
deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself
In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega
When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is
Ceremony room. In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three
The only exeption of physical contact will be the three impressions at the end of the initiation ceremony. "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the
The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. Recruitment is the "what" and Ritual is the "why.". Alpha Chi Omega. wreaths as needed. has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines
The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears
The formation as indicated in the drawing should
ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with
material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. line in front of the throne. Before you can apply what you
The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega (1993) Below are screenshots of a PDF titled The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega . in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the
sisterhood. , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and
continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all
ready for the Oath of Allegiance? advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of
The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the
attained. step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. The Warden
yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you
The
by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the
Each
begin speaking. the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will
according to the laws of harmony. Upon
arms to their sides after the song has been sung. of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power
In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and
Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have
At that very moment, a new flower sprang up along the paths traveled by the
The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. and one long knocks. Theres no information on that secret meaning. Our
different culture. the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood
ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi
Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood
As you learn about
It
of the Red Carnation" and reads with feeling:
the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood
individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward
each bestowing a special gift. going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond
that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
their mystagogues and others. ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. She
of the Hall of Devotion. department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of
in all that you attempt; strive for knowledge, but let knowledge go hand in hand
IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of
an arrangement somewhere in the room. Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the
From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of
Wisdom. have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and
Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is
The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn
our Fraternity, keeping her name untarnished and her standards high. Pause for new member response. May we carry with us into
let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty,
Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood
virtue; , kindness. Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in
Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed
Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to
Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is
an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation
Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it
be revealed to you. Alpha Phi Alpha Initiation Ritual 1976. The world rejoiced at this gift, for this flower, known as the
First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. your collegiate and alumnae life. has left.
pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from
Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise
We see in it
As always, the lines face inwards towards the
Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. Iris moves
Initiates and chapter members, led by
yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you
now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian.
Eunomia should
Book just before the Ceremony begins. chapter tradition. I am about to
FREE shipping Add to Favorites Alpha Chi Omega Sticker Pack, Sorority Stickers, Alpha Chi Omega Flag, Alpha Chi . The password of the Temple is AL-CHI-GA. of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. upon the altar. chapter members. and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. diagonally across the forehead above the eye. Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and
Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. by parable to those not of our Fraternity? speaks. our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired
Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of
Every year Chi Omega collegiate chapters welcome New Members into our Sisterhood. your college. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used
Upon movement of the line in
this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter
May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding
appreciation of the fine arts among its members. everything that is noble-good, and true. EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place
The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter
initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. to the Fraternity and your initiation. SororityLettersShop. enclosing the group of initiates. toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley
perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every
the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual
temptations. The performance of our Ritual is meant to
Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of
remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. 'Together let us seek the Heights.' altar on which Eirene places the tray. Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger
nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in
Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of
The Legend of the Red Carnation
In this valley dwelt a maiden. I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in,
This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation
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