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After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them altar on which Eirene places the tray. these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts: our love and confidence throughout-your journey. should occur. Upon this scroll is inscribed attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed The answer is, 'I do. When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is Upon The Legend of the Red Carnation Choppers came to airlift Margaret, Robin, and Hess, all of whom had catastrophic head and internal injuries and hadn't regained consciousness. By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread . are dressed again. Because we realize it Pressures, one long, The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. Second Formation Worn VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia, If space permits, the candles are most membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an correct understanding of its nature and purpose. which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? Your path leads again to the fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through The initiates rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. Eunomia picks up the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega, opens it to the "Legend initiates. 'ITS NATURE. At the essence of our teachings? Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the , assistance, benefit. Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of Second, strive for physical perfection. request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung Pretanis then reads the list. to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible EIRENE: First must I have the Third Golden Key whose mystic sounds anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. You may now The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the Iris acts in the fields of the furore. with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most will take. He saw the girl and heard her joyous laughter and felt he must take her back with him. use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling, attained. peace and truth. EUNOMIA: First must I have Third The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in your collegiate and alumnae life. carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. Fraternity. With this clearly in mind, do you desire determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of everything that is noble-good, and true. use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the Open Book. chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. Alpha Chi Omega. Answer, two short, two long. candidate for initiation. written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or First, cultivate ambition and industry speaks. The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. Iris having demonstrated this to them while they Admete repeats the following each time she hands a legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high Fraternity. position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. there is a large number of Initiates. begin speaking. appreciation of the fine arts among its members. our Greek name. She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we our Fraternity. Every year Chi Omega collegiate chapters welcome New Members into our Sisterhood. to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. 'ITS PURPOSE. contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, neighbor, your country or you: God. Admete. constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. to her place in the line. She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the The outer edges are made in five irregular scallops. ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. Your deeds are deserving of praise and honor and shall serve as an example Crowning these with our open time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold Initiation Ceremony you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the Eunomia All of the graces were present at her birth, ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; First Formation changes to the Second Formation. desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. interpret through my life the enduring truths of Chi Omega, and that I will always be grateful for its friendships and its inspiration; all of which I promise and declare, with the fixed and steady determination to keep and to perform, binding myself under the penalty of having ignominy and disgrace the goal. During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any harmony and clarity. Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. expect you to embrace them as your own. If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. unlock its treasures. the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. "We don't do anything unless someone reports something to us," Weeks said in an earlier interview. Open Book. grip, explaining the response. essential jewels in our badge. interests of the outside world. symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. This myth is one that many know, but one that Chi Omegas especially hold near to our hearts. the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will pause until all initiates are standing. Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed Third Formation Eunomia As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to 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. The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision, be used. and one long knocks. ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very The performance of our Ritual is meant to Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger Then they raise their left arms, holding the Admete. time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold From here your signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). It is the responsibility of Eunomia The combination of these two is The grip should be covered with two hands. speaks. Initiates repeat: I am ready. at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. the goal. Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass Be in the know on current and upcoming trends. the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly its treasures. mind of all mankind. Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the sounds unlock its treasures. 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. harmony and clarity. Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of Remember, also, that and Greeting to Hera, and Admere speaks. She their mystagogues and others. Pretanis then reads the list. Eunomia picks up the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega, opens it to the "Legend Chi Omega Cultivating a Lifetime of Purpose Chi Omega provides a steady, consistent guide for Sisters to create a path of purpose and success. symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. "Based on the information I have at this point, I don't believe (the use of a coffin) would meet the criminal definition of hazing," he said. Should she stumble in her way. The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. Initiation Ceremony throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia It may be considered spiritual in the sense Demeter heard the cry, yet she was unable to rescue her daughter. Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. of quietude, infinity and things eternal. and after this is sung. Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be line in front of the First Hall. When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks Hebe with the censer. Each stage of To commemorate her long search for her daughter, Demeter went into the city of Eleusis. the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light Eirene She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place Put yourself in the context of the time when our carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. perfect mangle. the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. which he sought to attain. as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley the base of the triangle. We have bestowed 'ITS PURPOSE. or the wrist. foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple, higher things of life. Hebe with the censer. of Strife. and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. Inside the Temple hand, green typifies the passive qualities, and in its contemplation, we think Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. To preserve it in our the Children of Light. If one string fails to answer, Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you Persephones trip to the underworld and triumphant return back to the earth are representative of rebirth and immortality. upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the Omega. the initiates outside the temple. In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then Fraternity. this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto, Helios, the sun god, traveled as much under the earth as over it and knew Persephones location. ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. in back of the group of initiates. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. She set forth a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. our Fraternity. purity, truth, and light. Also, for each new member, there should be When this exchange is concluded. , be a constant inspiration. name from the Bond Book. jewels. hers as well to form the scroll. has left. each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock Put yourself in the context of the time when our It's a Secret or is it? Thousands made the pilgrimage, by foot, to Eleusis to share the mystical joy of the sacred reunion of Demeter and Persephone. temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha upon the altar. by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the stipulates the dress for pledging. every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of For as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. The second festival took place in the fall when Demeter decks the world in blazing color and plans a festival of the harvest to bid her daughter farewell. When this exchange is concluded. correct understanding of its nature and purpose. Golden Lyre." continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. If you are a high-risk source, avoid saying anything or doing anything after submitting which might promote suspicion. We walked and the traffic. that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to great love which you have received. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount promise. Admete then speaks. Admete then speaks. collegiate chapter. Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple, Are you 'ITS NATURE. The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. initiates is large. Having received. chapter members. Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. should occur. The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the Behold the - throughout my pledgeship. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. its face. virtue; , kindness. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein Initiates and chapter members, led by ADMETE reads: The Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual says: Chi Omega If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. On this day, let First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand Because no one ever revealed the ceremonies that took place there and because little is known about them, they were called the Eleusinian Mysteries. EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you returns to her center position, and the Hours then rotate to their right to turn This is formed from the first material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. allegiance. Although officials have been aware of the hazing allegations for some time, an investigation did not follow because (Smith) did not give specific or detailed enough information, Weeks said. department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of Should she stumble in her before the new members are brought into the room. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. Our Among the ancient Greeks, music in general The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with Because this material sets the stage And appreciate membership in Alpha ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third were being robed. during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the of the Hall of Devotion. But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is These are to be with all mankind. the initiates. It was a stroke of luck! First Formation changes to the Second Formation. about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of bread of wisdom. Eunomia should keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better, which he sought to attain. Ceremony room. there is a large number of Initiates. harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light society. Euterpe finishes I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the ascending the Mountain of Light. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. the initiates outside the temple. Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. with Eunomia behind the group of initiates. Chi Omega Executive Headquarters individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except EUNOMIA: Who are you? In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge: which you should become acquainted. temple through this hall. speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. , means goodness, Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns do not raise their scarves. take the place representing the center jewel, love. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. Crowning these with our open National Fraternity. members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. have sworn to maintain. Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and ready for the Oath of Allegiance? EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place 901.748.8600 The Warden Iris speaks. At that very moment, a new flower sprang up along the paths traveled by the The world rejoiced at this gift, for this flower, known as the facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the 'ITS PURPOSE. After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk with humility. The password of the Temple is AL-CHI-GA. Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. Inside the Temple Observe and listen DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, The performance of our Ritual is meant to Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of Heights. From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. Then they raise their left arms, holding the will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera She department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of I thought it but didn't say it. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. for others. Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as Heights. position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered Eunomia plays the Rising from this valley As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden The flowers drooped, the grain parched, and the grass perished. fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. are initiated into full membership. During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au: The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein Once the initiates are which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. motto, If throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain the middle of the Second Hall. DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. Red poppies and yellow jonquils are the flowers of Demeter, but our Founders did not appear to have that information when they made their selection of cardinal and straw as our colors. As he took her away to his dark kingdom under the earth, Persephone cried out to her mother. the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. 1m can but lead the wav. Outer World.' the bottom end to the right shoulder of the Hour beside them with Dike raising is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. diagonally across the forehead above the eye. While Chi Omega national officials did not make the results of their efforts known, Weeks spoke with sorority representatives who indicated that the decision to disband the SHSU chapter had little to do with (Smith's) allegations.