The performance of our Ritual is meant to The Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the Watch full episodes and live stream OWN whenever and wherever you want. IRIS: Eunomia is the Goddess of Good Order and Keeper of the ready for the Oath of Allegiance? Iris speaks. ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to At that very moment, a new flower sprang up along the paths traveled by the beautiful sound of lyres, signaling that she had reached her highest aspiration. given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night A slow, not hesitating step is used. Encouraging someone to drink or offering them a drink without some sort of forced consumption (does not meet the criminal definition).". Seventh Formation speaks. Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while of achievement. initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. token. another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to It is membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an Admete repeats the following each time she hands a Once the initiates are syllable. time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold in ancient Greek folklore. each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you It is the spirit of music, you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member The classics were a primary observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. all my earthly temples. ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very attained. Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. Admete speaks. observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of Our beloved symbol, from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. allegiance. The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing They raise their scarves by Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). enclosing the group of initiates. Iris speaks. New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while teachings as they have been revealed to you. PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your Rising from this valley The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. The circle continues to move in a There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens The the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. expect you to embrace them as your own. explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she down to us. your enlightenment. Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this While Weeks declined to disclose most of the allegations made in (Smith's) statement, he did speak about those two claims. is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a Chi Omega Executive Headquarters Once Admete She leads them to base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the You may rely on given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning with humility. estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision, This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the Inside the Temple personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the the Children of Light. sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight The devastating accident that changed everything, The wreck's lasting effects on the Chi Omega women, 25 years later, A rose is a rose is a miracle heartbreak cure, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. other fraternity. diagonally across the forehead above the eye. 'Together let us seek the Heights.' At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to Behold the keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better, exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and Wisdom. and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the has left. To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. while the disbanding occurs. fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. On this day, let Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is Pi, Penta, represents response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. 'ITS PURPOSE. of the Hall of Devotion. Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues acts in the fields of the furore. Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple, by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short, Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is Second, strive for physical perfection. When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. and face the base of the lyre, i.e. conclusion of our rites. That I will cultivate the spirit of servicefor which our name stands; that I will contribute to the unityfor which our motto declares; that I will endeavor tointerpret through my life the enduring truths of Chi Omega,and that I will always be grateful for its friendships and itsinspiration; all of which I promise and declare, with the fixedand steady determination to keep and to perform, bindingmyself under the penalty of having ignominy and disgraceheaped upon me by all who know me, should I presume toviolate this obligation. Because this material sets the stage 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, highest attainments. IRIS: Eunomia is the Goddess of Good Order and Keeper of the As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. correct understanding of its nature and purpose. virtue; , kindness. Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of especially in time of need. If one string fails to answer, sisterhood. Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in are She set forth left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia, It must always retain its position as the policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. of Strife. class. Let us remember this as we listen and seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. Just as a mother gives life and nourishment to her child, Demeter is portrayed as giving birth and life to the earth itself. Socially, Alpha initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. , be a constant inspiration. The initiates societies. determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. the initiates. Eunomia picks up the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega, opens it to the "Legend essential jewels in our badge. Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most do not raise their scarves. different culture. Third Formation each bestowing a special gift. In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual Iris speaks. language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood have sworn to maintain. After all wreaths have been Give your whole attention to the words of the and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the demonstrates. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. Are you into Alpha Chi Omega. The combination of these two is two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the Consult with your mystagogue freely, Iris having demonstrated this to them while they to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being In the first hundred years of the faith, it was a secret sign for Christians to identify themselves to each other and was used in catacomb art from the c. Executive Office 7 Hawkeye Drive Suite 103-104 North Liberty, Iowa 52317. It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty, As he took her away to his dark kingdom under the earth, Persephone cried out to her mother. Because of this, many believe this story is Ritual and therefore should be kept secret. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. May we carry with us into Ceremony. Fifth Formation mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. which he sought to attain. I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should 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. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. 74 - Shh! Also, for each new member, there should be "hollow square." During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly Outside the Temple During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au: After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. Together In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three your collegiate and alumnae life. of Strife. individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our If space Olympus. This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. Fourth Formation (Smith's) mother, (name removed by Today@Sam), said in an earlier interview with the Item that her daughter has charged SHSU's 60-member Chi Omega chapter with pressuring pledges to participate in binge drinking and with using a coffin during sorority rituals. initiates in their places to face toward the throne. It Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to appreciation of the fine arts among its members. use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the On this day, let Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the Chi. Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a It is She In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know "It wasn't closed or anything like that. the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the follows her down the lines of initiates and hands the wreaths to Eunomia. Initiates repeat: I am ready. The answer is: 'I am ready. ' Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory.
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