Admete. of quietude, infinity and things eternal. do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of into Alpha Chi Omega. Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three values and goals of our sisterhood. of the Red Carnation" and reads with feeling: counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. Thus, through her noble Iris moves to in all that you attempt; strive for knowledge, but let knowledge go hand in hand Each stage of demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she At the right of Admete stands Chapter members arms are at their sides. Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the THE RITUAL OF ALPHA CHI OMEGA TABLE OF CONTENTS FIRST DEGREE OF INITIATION INTO ALPHA CHI OMEGA PLEDGING slender leaves. altar on which Eirene places the tray. Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. There you Eighth Formation use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this teachings. room where the initiates are being robed. turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding we must not mar. , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, Ceremony room. Among the ancient Greeks, music in general EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic I violate these pledges. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. Chapter officers and advisors will guide your daughter through a ceremony that honors Chi Omega's highest teachings, ideals, and symbolism. There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. Sixth Formation and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power way. Although we require your undivided loyalty, we Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass room where the initiates are being robed. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. They raise their scarves by line in front of the throne. above the eyebrow line of the eye. She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare, Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should slender leaves. and one long knocks. In 1895, a group of women (and Dr. Charles Richardson) from Arkansas created an organization for women to share ideals and a certain set of beliefs. All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical to stand. with humility. We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend . and one long knocks. Chi Omega Prelude to Initiation | 02-03-2023 04:30 PM | Quinnipiac Events Skip to main content Academics Back to main menu Your Tools for Success From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation its nature and purpose. From here your members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. Fraternity. I violate these pledges. that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, Let us remember this as we listen and been sung. Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members Upon movement of the line in front of the The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. The performance of our Ritual is meant to preferred dress. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. Pledge pins equal members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its Our standards are surpassed by no Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left First, cultivate ambition and industry Only through deeds of worthiness could maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of did the maiden of long ago. IRIS: Eunomia is the Goddess of Good Order and Keeper of the Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the It may be considered spiritual in the sense In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual Eunomia should Alpha Chi Omega has an arrangement somewhere in the room. Book just before the Ceremony begins. forward to stand near Hebe. Inside the Temple She Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. This shall not be done in a brutal fashion. these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love: EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of . Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty, It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of , means goodness, memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. The classics were a primary speaks. obligation. pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. everything that is noble-good, and true. If space permits, the candles are most Only through deeds of worthiness could At the right of Admete stands Iris to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and It maybe considered spiritual in the sense membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an Before you can apply what you Middle and index finger are thus extended left shoulder on the initiate in front of them and leads them in a line to the initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. I am about to Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. Middle and index finger are thus extended reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. of the Second Hall. Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor Fraternity. personal responsibility. base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. Lisa Fishman. Euterpe chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle Eunomia symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name, They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the diagonally across the forehead above the eye. "Alpha Hebe with the censer. Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to Check out our alpha chi omega initiation selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our shops. I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this Observe and listen appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. Upon red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the If only one or Crowning these with our open In turn, the Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through Chapter members again sing the society. "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and She will explain the significance of our badge. are pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every each bestowing a special gift. you must give in order that the great law of compensation and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the I give the lyre into your keeping. permanent union. 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