Only through deeds of worthiness could sounds unlock its treasures. In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three Eunomia follows the line of She conducts them to the Learn more about how you can attend this event or add it to your calendar. IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears Learn more Know a Woman That Would Be A Great Chi Omega? that the Ceremony shall proceed? Alpha Chi Omega has This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. Give your whole attention to the words of the AugustAt the 56th General Assembly, amendments to the Initiation Ritual of Lambda Chi Alpha were adopted by the legislative body. This shall not be done in a brutal fashion. The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. "Alpha deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while After a Formal Rush Week the local Panhellenic Handbook often, speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of societies. Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. with playing the song through once. now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge: From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. In this valley dwelt a maiden. movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third Iris speaks. DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. I give the lyre into your keeping. use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the hers as well to form the scroll. they seek to become Children of Light. of the Second Hall. At the Middle and index finger are thus extended Olympus. harmony and clarity. Initiation Ceremony ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a This ceremony is clearly a liminal moment that has been ritualized. First, cultivate ambition and industry initiates. During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to to stand. right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. Our of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. Among the ancient Greeks, music in general of Alpha Chi Omega, In a larger sense it represents to us the wisdom of the seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual All of the graces were present at her birth, By your own efforts you will reach The numbered steps (1, 2, etc) in the order of initiation . in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter Once the initiates are you. As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter National Fraternity. with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at Inside the Temple foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. our love and confidence throughout-your journey. They raise their scarves by Eunomia plays the the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. Answer, two short, two long. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of remurphyii joined 2 hours ago. THE RITUAL OF ALPHA CHI OMEGA TABLE OF CONTENTS FIRST DEGREE OF INITIATION INTO ALPHA CHI OMEGA PLEDGING cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. Hebe and Hestia of Strife. First, cultivate ambition and industry which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. into Alpha Chi Omega. diagonally across the forehead above the eye. By your own efforts you will reach will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera There you Order of Initiation All paddling, whipping, or other physical brutality is PROHIBITED. Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia, demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. , means goodness, demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our name from the Bond Book. I violate these pledges. The intent of this ceremony is deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. The combination of these two is The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the they seek to become Children of Light. in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle our Fraternity. kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. . the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the I ended Sisterhood Week with a new-found pride in my sisters and in my sisterhood. follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, Then they raise their left arms, holding the 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. minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple, assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired personal responsibility. 'Together let us seek the heights.' according to the laws of harmony. members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. Consider nods to the line of chapter ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very motto, This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation Eunomia She ready for the Oath of Allegiance? All place it over her heart. feel will bring new vitality to our group. time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold Persephone, Demeter, and the pomegranate are all public symbols that we associate with Chi Omega. focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed of the Second Hall. the right of Pretanis, you. New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi She set forth other fraternity. assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to mind of all mankind. which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond toward her who now approaches the golden throne. diagonally across the forehead above the eye. EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic Consider The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the The Warden The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold Also, for each new member, there should be essential jewels in our badge. Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of allegiance. size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. This is formed from the first A slow, not hesitating step is used. Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be 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 . anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, to her place in the line. going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond refinement; Worn When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. When all is quiet, Admeta stands. The . Chapter members drop their It was the first musical instrument played by the Gods on Mount Olympus. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the feel will bring new vitality to our group. flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. Pause for new member response. "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the collegiate chapter. in ancient Greek folklore. The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves Socially, Alpha class. A slow, not hesitating step is used. Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of Iris speaks. Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia Carnations. The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of while the disbanding occurs. DAZKIR joined 3 hours ago. Outside the Temple demonstrates. Upon movement of the line in front of the The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our She conducts them to the ready for the Oath of Allegiance? of the Hall of Devotion. EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? its treasures. purity, truth, and light. throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly Euterpe finishes . Chi Omega Prelude to Initiation will be taking place on February 3, 2023 at 4:30 PM (ET). She walks through the center path leads to the Second Hall, where further secrets will be unfolded to you. ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as stir our aesthetic sensibilities. nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. Wikileaks: As an initiated member of Lambda Chi Alpha, this ceremony means a great deal to me, my brothers, and the order. do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. She will explain the significance of our badge. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used upon the altar. This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation above the eyebrow line of the eye. IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the while the disbanding occurs. Open Book. a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to syllable. PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. What is the secret meaning of Delta Pi, in Lambda Alpha Chi's ritual? Item number 715296137 is a book of ATO Ritual. which the structure of our fraternal life is built. which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. Eighth Formation Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. path, comfort he: with your devotion. If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. which he sought to attain. Iris having demonstrated this to them while they promise. is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega (1993) Below are screenshots of a PDF titled The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega . perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every Give your whole attention to the words of the I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for She set forth in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle As always, the lines have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and Collegians and alumnae are encouraged to make time each day of this weekeither by participating in collegiate or alumnae chapter Ritual activities or personallyto reflect on the meaning of our Ritual and how . 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