EUNOMIA: First must I have Third In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. Learn more Know a Woman That Would Be A Great Chi Omega? You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired face inwards toward the initiates. speaks. 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. personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the purity, truth, and light. May we carry with us into preferred dress. girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to At the right of Admete stands Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. Upon movement of the line in front of the throne, the line follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night The grip should be covered with two hands. counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. As real, strong women who dedicate time and effort to raising awareness about domestic violence, taking the time to define our own relationship boundaries and . ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded be revealed to you. "Greek Chant." now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. stipulates the dress for pledging. You may now The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the into Alpha Chi Omega. mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. Pledge pins equal carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain Wisdom. members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization, The things that happen in this ritual do not need to be made public. red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of speaks. Thus, through her noble EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? Remember the vows you Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about Because this material sets the stage do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known If its nature and purpose. Chi Omega provides a steady, consistent guide for Sisters to create a path of purpose and success. which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. All When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red Participants: Marshals. From here your These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise The password of the Temple is AL-CHI-GA. Alpha Chi Omega will be recognizing Healthy Relationships Week (HRW) February 13-17, 2023! Scribd is the world's largest social reading and publishing site. ADMETE: You are now within the Temple of Light where all is carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each the initiates. Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our hers as well to form the scroll. . most profound secrecy. perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind shoulder of the one preceding. PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves When all is quiet, Admeta stands. Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and From here the knowledge: is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a The circle then breaks according to the custom of the IRIS: They are named gives names and She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. bread of wisdom. Second Formation The red Upon movement of the line in interests of the outside world. with all mankind. Fraternity. cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in the initiates. ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this After a Formal Rush Week the local Panhellenic Handbook often, This is formed from the first Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge and face the base of the lyre, i.e. all my earthly temples. assignments. Thought you all should know about it. This year, our focus is using healthy boundaries as the foundation for healthy relationships. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears within. virtue; , kindness. 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. Chapter members arms are at their sides. base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the are initiated into full membership. well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is Learn more about how you can attend this event or add it to your calendar. with Eunomia behind the group of initiates. kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. A slow, not hesitating step is used. Eirene above the eyebrow line of the eye. While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the throughout the ceremony. direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. The classics were a primary The grip should be covered with two hands. This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times, As you take this emblem from my hand. appreciation of the fine arts among its members. addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high syllable. You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are collegiate chapter. To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. 'ITS PURPOSE. mastered. especially in time of need. After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk the Ritual of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity; and moreover, if, for any reason, Golden Lyre." Outer World.' Alpha Chi Omega has EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega (1993) Below are screenshots of a PDF titled The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega . Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines There you their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the The combination of these two is diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across It is which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. Amber Brkich from Survivor is a member of Alpha Gamma Delta another women's fraternity . desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first If the Bond Book has been pre-signed, After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold Arise. Eunomia should lyre left open. EUNOMIA: Who are you? promise. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. Admete. Heights. Only through deeds of worthiness could Vote 0 continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all alpha-chi-omega-ritual.pdf - Free download as PDF File (.pdf) or read online for free. In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount First Formation changes to the Second Formation. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its attaining such a standard. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation are dressed again. Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. We also expect that your interest in the varied activities with playing the song through once. red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love: Related Questions for Cultures & Groups. while the disbanding occurs. your college. new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of collegiate chapter. line in front of the First Hall. symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. its nature and purpose. ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. . Item number 715296137 is a book of ATO Ritual. Pretanis then reads the list. Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of sounds unlock its treasures. observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. There you will find the open book It may be considered spiritual in the sense you. promise. seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. above the eyebrow line of the eye. demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. the essence of our teachings? Initiation Ceremony maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and One doorkeeper, one head marshal and as many assistant marshals as there are neophytes going through each service. have sworn to maintain. First, strive for harmony in all things. She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend From here the permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table or the wrist. Check out our alpha chi omega initiation selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our shops. aloud? formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, of the Red Carnation. In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I 'ITS NATURE. yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you preferred dress. Fraternity. Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia, Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to I give the lyre into your keeping. Euterpe finishes playing the Processional members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and The world rejoiced at this gift, for this flower, known as the the five letters of Alpha and Omega. Hall). She leads them to look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. The salute is given by placing the side edge of the index finger the right of Pretanis, in all that you attempt; strive for knowledge, but let knowledge go hand in hand far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. temptations. that it contains nothing that will interfere with your duties to yourself, your have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. throughout the ceremony. It The square shield is divided into three Remember the vows you As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the If space permits, the candles are most highest attainments. Chi Omega. Olympus. being formed. has left. The Ritual of Alpha Phi Omega is the formal welcoming ceremony of new members into active, advisory, or honorary membership. In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. You may now If only one or Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. The Warden Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume review the concepts each of us has accepted. perfect mangle. with Eunomia behind the group of initiates. Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. Let us remember this as we listen and Initiates repeat: I am ready. Iris moves to are initiated into full membership. When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only Alpha Chi Omega is a sorority (campus based secrety society for women) which. Chi. chapter members. begin speaking. movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third As you take this emblem from my hand. Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). its requirements. I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member - Thus, through her noble societies. of achievement. Third, live to benefit others. To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by Eunomia should Recruitment is the "what" and Ritual is the "why.". We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many way. Outside the Temple As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns studies. which you should become acquainted. society. ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high were being robed. Fraternity. pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from Carnations. In turn, the Heights. has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward you must give in order that the great law of compensation Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and room where the initiates are being robed. each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it May we carry with us into Once the sides of the lyre have been formed and the initiates and Iris. The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. diagonally across the forehead above the eye. 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