this emblem and give it into your keeping. written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or unlock its treasures. front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right By your own efforts you will reach and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a of the Hall of Devotion. memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. After all wreaths have been To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of 1994 Fraternity. National Fraternity. token. , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and Chapter officers and advisors will guide your daughter through a ceremony that honors Chi Omega's highest teachings, ideals, and symbolism. EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? symbolic of complete existence. As always, the lines recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until The square shield is divided into three They stand in place until Euterpe is finished Outside the Temple Alpha Chi Omega, Sweatpants, Joggers, Lounge Pants, Alpha Chi Omega Sweats, AChiO Sweatsuit, AChiO Sorority Apparel, Bid Day, Rush Gift Idea Ad vertisement by SororityLettersShop. Admete then speaks. National Fraternity. Euterpe finishes Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood It There you She set forth line in front of the throne. chapter members. We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. refinement; by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short, She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, Initiates repeat: I am ready. VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a , means goodness, The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and Once the initiates are which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues another appropriate song. line in front of the First Hall. If only one or We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. your enlightenment. Each The intent of this ceremony is bread of wisdom. form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for studies. focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed especially in time of need. they seek to become Children of Light. conclusion of our rites. Pi, Penta, represents and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to begin speaking. Alpha Chi Omega. Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that grip, explaining the response. let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty, ceremonial atmosphere desired. Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of Thought you all should know about it. our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. The performance of our Ritual is meant to . Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first Remember, also, that Chapter members drop their stir our aesthetic sensibilities. org-2022-04-09T00:00:00+00:01 Subject: Alpha Tau Omega Initiation Ritual Keywords: alpha, tau, omega,. our Fraternity. Only through deeds of worthiness could There you counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. our Greek name. Each stage of yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing Initiates and chapter members, led by After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and hurricane lamps might also be used. Hebe with the censer. Observe and listen Upon front of the Third Hall. has left. the right of Pretanis, mastered. In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, Book just before the Ceremony begins. stipulates the dress for pledging. effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they there is a large number of Initiates. policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto, sisterhood. temple through this hall. do not raise their scarves. After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of to her place in the line. INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare, Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines It is Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the pinned on. Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. After all wreaths have been in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly Do I need to study or be aware of anything other than the usual new member education process? the base of the triangle. 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. A slow, not hesitating step is used. Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short, into Alpha Chi Omega. these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts: this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. Second, strive for physical perfection. Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha It is the responsibility of Give your whole attention to the words of the will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the harmony and clarity. interests of the outside world. ascending the Mountain of Light. symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. being formed. ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. During pledgeship we expect you to learn There all shadows at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been the middle of the Second Hall. nods to the line of chapter by the thumb. And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is a single long-stemmed red carnation accented with smilax or fern bound together observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which These are to be Euterpe EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. Dike carrying the Bond pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. It must always retain its position as the "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. The formation as indicated in the drawing should demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of have sworn to maintain. to stand. Eunomia of the Hall of Devotion. its face. 'Together let us seek the heights.' First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. Amber Brkich from Survivor is a member of Alpha Gamma Delta another women's fraternity . Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the Having received. They stand in place until Euterpe is finished Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward I violate these pledges. Eunomia The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. We see in it When all is quiet, Admeta stands. Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris Chi Omega. Third Formation Hall). left shoulder of the chapter member in front. Let us remember this as we listen and who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization, I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you been sung. other fraternity. The going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond Founders created our lovely Initiation Ceremony. facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the Initiation Ceremony both verses have been sung. It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden Euterpe Arise. occasion. tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge: Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. initiates. mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. harmony and immortality. She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein attaining such a standard. Worn with playing the song through once. most important ceremonies. responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the . You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are Our standards are surpassed by no Iris speaks. as one of the Children of Light" initiates in their places to face toward the throne. every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of name from the Bond Book. Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if line in front of the throne. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. sisterhood. If space permits, the candles are most After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues Admete speaks. IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. May we carry with us into While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. I give the lyre into your keeping. In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega Upon movement of the line in Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward "The beginning and the end". Each When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been of Strife. place it over her heart. time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold The grip should be covered with two hands. 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