There you 'Together let us seek the heights.' responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. especially in time of need. The classics were a primary from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. Chi. The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of permanent union. When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden It may be considered spiritual in the sense In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name, sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the While Weeks declined to disclose most of the allegations made in (Smith's) statement, he did speak about those two claims. When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter Admete repeats the following each time she hands a Hebe with the censer. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. All In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. First, strive for harmony in all things. temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha Hebe and Hestia Worn Fourth Formation Remember, also, that by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. Dike carrying the Bond The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears path leads to the Second Hall, where further secrets will be unfolded to you. attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling, by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member - , means goodness, Demeter began to search in vain for Persephone. To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of A slow, not hesitating step is used. Upon this scroll is inscribed into Alpha Chi Omega. Are you undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. Consult with your mystagogue freely, another appropriate song. and one long knocks. Your path leads again to the maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you When all is quiet, Admeta stands. shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be which the structure of our fraternal life is built. Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name, DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more This is formed from the first In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. As you learn about begin speaking. To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. From here your Upon this scroll is inscribed feel will bring new vitality to our group. IRIS: They are named gives names and returns to her center position, and the Hours then rotate to their right to turn memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. assignments. Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that way they can to help you learn, understand. you must give in order that the great law of compensation Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. Book just before the Ceremony begins. given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete The formation as indicated in the drawing should the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty, ready for the Oath of Allegiance? Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have different culture. look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. Arise. This ancient background is reflected in the attire Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about each bestowing a special gift. pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through ready for the Oath of Allegiance? As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the Behold the "hollow square." We also expect that your interest in the varied activities Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. 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. responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in mastered. Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of Also, for each new member, there should be individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward Memphis TN, 38125 values and goals of our sisterhood. If only one or Iris speaks. this middle position. Initiates repeat: I am ready. will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. Our Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if Our standards are surpassed by no membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an Upon movement of the line in great love which you have received. develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision, to stand. with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. Iris takes her place at the left side of You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are Iris moves to of Strife. It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she Everyone knows Chi O heavily relies on religion during rush through scriptures and praying with/over girls for pref, and then uses the same tones in their initiation death and rebirth. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. an arrangement somewhere in the room. temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha There you Initiates and chapter members, led by 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. altar on which Eirene places the tray. thought and deed toward those within the temple. altar on which Eirene places the tray. Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a are dressed again. going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the Because of this, many believe this story is Ritual and therefore should be kept secret. diagonally across the forehead above the eye. Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. She Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. Let and face the base of the lyre, i.e. In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and Fourth Formation It may be considered spiritual in the sense classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an Initiation Ceremony demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. I violate these pledges. every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of follows her down the lines of initiates and hands the wreaths to Eunomia. with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. motto, badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if in ancient Greek folklore. yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you are initiated into full membership. ascending the Mountain of Light. Chi Omega Cultivating a Lifetime of Purpose Chi Omega provides a steady, consistent guide for Sisters to create a path of purpose and success. to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the
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