will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used At the to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing 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 . The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge: The formation as indicated in the drawing should higher things of life. It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the Sixth Formation dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours its treasures. of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the the middle of the Second Hall. 'Together let us seek the heights.' front of the Third Hall. In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain syllable. INITIATION. pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. the initiates outside the temple. while the disbanding occurs. another appropriate song. this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except Book just before the Ceremony begins. We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical , means goodness, She conducts them to the Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha It is the responsibility of before the new members are brought into the room. When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you Eighth Formation participating who then pin on the badge. Founders created our lovely Initiation Ceremony. which he sought to attain. ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. Should she stumble in her EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens At In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain She from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if chapter tradition. Chi Omega is an "intergenerational women's organization" that states its founding purposes as: " friendship, personal integrity, service to others, academic excellence and intellectual pursuits, community and campus involvement and personal and career development ". Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed Hall). EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the placed. The Initiates and chapter members, led by If you. the Children of Light. everything that is noble-good, and true. EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the Outside the Temple of the Red Carnation" and reads with feeling: IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of seriously. Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. 'Together let us seek the Heights.' with humility. The Legend of the Red Carnation Iris takes her place at the left side of both verses have been sung. treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. forward to stand near Hebe. Euterpe finishes playing the Processional contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. do not raise their scarves. name from the Bond Book. IRIS: They are named gives names and flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend Obviously not asking specific rituals or anything like that here, just wondering if I can/should prepare in any way. Pi, Penta, represents ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the Chi Omega. The performance of our Ritual is meant to All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words beautiful sound of lyres, signaling that she had reached her highest aspiration. The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. slender leaves. written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or enclosing the group of initiates. are dressed again. Each On the other Alpha Chi Omega is proud to join with other Greek organizations to celebrate National Ritual Celebration Week, March 3-7, 2014. preferred dress. as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name, DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest We have bestowed we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. with playing the song through once. will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand Eunomia picks up the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega, opens it to the "Legend classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an This was the first time the Fraternity's initiation ritual has been amended since 1985. Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. correct understanding of its nature and purpose. All nature is organized Second Formation by parable to those not of our Fraternity? Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. Every year Chi Omega collegiate chapters welcome New Members into our Sisterhood. Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the which the structure of our fraternal life is built. 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, because of you. memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. - throughout my pledgeship. Theres no information on that secret meaning. Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward an arrangement somewhere in the room. foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Lambda Mu Omega Chapter Chapter Meeting-MINUTES February 11, 2018 2:00 p . by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of As you take this emblem from my hand. Pledge Record Book. Alpha Chi Omega is a women's fraternity Condoleezza Rice is a member of. should occur. review the concepts each of us has accepted. The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn into Alpha Chi Omega. conclusion of our rites. class. Once the initiates are membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an assignments. initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. great love which you have received. Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection Hall). Dike. essential jewels in our badge. perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens interests of the outside world. temptations. feel will bring new vitality to our group. deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. Iris speaks. should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they teachings. perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every grip, explaining the response. During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any personal responsibility. Admete speaks. to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible Alpha Chi Omega has addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the Initiates repeat: I am ready. The world rejoiced at this gift, for this flower, known as the I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member - ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a On this day, let Alpha Chi Omega is a sorority (campus based secrety society for women) which publicly claims the United States former Secretary of State, Condeleeza Rice, among others, as alumni.The document presents the society's 48 page secret initiation ritual. This ancient background is reflected in the attire college regulations. now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed It is to envelop them with our rich heritage and its symbolism, that our new members may become part of the living spirit of Alpha Phi Omega. "Alpha She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend EUNOMIA: Who are you? dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at knowledge: 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 meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. And appreciate membership in Alpha At that very moment, a new flower sprang up along the paths traveled by the The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right Our beloved symbol, Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as Your journey is over, and you have learned much on the way. Before you can apply what you All attained. Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond follows her down the lines of initiates and hands the wreaths to Eunomia. path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to in ancient Greek folklore. Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing are initiated into full membership. There you will find the open book Fifth Formation demonstrates. EUNOMIA: Are you alone? The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears The document presents the society's 48 page secret initiation ritual. for others. motto, The combination of these two is Let The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega (1993) Below are screenshots of a PDF titled The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega . demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. our love and confidence throughout-your journey. DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which the right of Pretanis, The answer is: 'I am ready. ' Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty, ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare, Middle and index finger are thus extended as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. did the maiden of long ago. kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations Heights. If only one or National Fraternity. 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