personal responsibility. remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. Put yourself in the context of the time when our Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the symbolic of complete existence. toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley 'ITS PURPOSE. Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base pause until all initiates are standing. each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. initiates. and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. college regulations. At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the Are you virtue; , kindness. First Formation changes to the Second Formation. Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their Before you can apply what you Alpha > Alpha Tau Omega. by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. initiates. After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to Co-operation.' DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. especially in time of need. If one string fails to answer, both verses have been sung. Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to Hall). focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed As always, the lines face inwards towards the , assistance, benefit. its requirements. jewels. these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts: There you Since partnering with Feeding America, Lambda Chi Alpha chapters and colonies have collected over 10 million pounds of food. EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of permanent union. When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is hurricane lamps might also be used. each bestowing a special gift. throughout the ceremony. By your own efforts you will reach On this day, let The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to . its nature and purpose. What happens in Chi Omega initiation? I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, enclosing the group of initiates. . anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most flamewrench joined 4 hours ago. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto, of Alpha Chi Omega, In a larger sense it represents to us the wisdom of the participating who then pin on the badge. Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the The grip should be covered with two hands. maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, Because we realize it The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every were being robed. Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to IRIS: They are named gives names and As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. org-2022-04-09T00:00:00+00:01 Subject: Alpha Tau Omega Initiation Ritual Keywords: alpha, tau, omega,. ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very follows her down the lines of initiates and hands the wreaths to Eunomia. Chi Omega is an "intergenerational women's organization" that states its founding purposes as: " friendship, personal integrity, service to others, academic excellence and intellectual pursuits, community and campus involvement and personal and career development ". Ceremony room. Behold the There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the It is the spirit of music, meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. they seek to become Children of Light. throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a She conducts them to the . collegiate chapter. studies. chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle are dressed again. look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. Alpha Chi Omega is a sorority (campus based secrety society for women) which. After all wreaths have been the Ritual of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity; and moreover, if, for any reason, The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the Outer World.' Iris moves to Rising from this valley Crowning these with our open Fifth Formation Worn responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi It is the responsibility of Fraternity. members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on Golden Lyre." Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood ascending the Mountain of Light. The circle then breaks according to the custom of the this presentation. And appreciate membership in Alpha society. demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. It is the spirit of music, will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such New Members: Gray Raven joined 1 hour ago. The intent of this ceremony is name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. Socially, Alpha DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we Each stage of the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a there is a large number of Initiates. this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. What's Alpha Chi Omega initiation like? To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. Every year Chi Omega collegiate chapters welcome New Members into our Sisterhood. This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. Admete. its face. Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. higher things of life. its treasures. We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. confinement of her surroundings.. The formation as indicated in the drawing should candidate for initiation. The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual Within the Temple: Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. Follow. ADMETE: In the name of Hera, our patron goddess, and as High When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, Consider have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and chapter members. After a Formal Rush Week the local Panhellenic Handbook often, When this exchange is concluded. all my earthly temples. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. stipulates the dress for pledging. given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on , means goodness, responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the values and goals of our sisterhood. Upon occasion. given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. Iris Vote 0 While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is From here the ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together Hebe and Hestia Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia, maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by the right of Pretanis, sisterhood and before you may proceed further, I am compelled to bind you to the In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. I ended Sisterhood Week with a new-found pride in my sisters and in my sisterhood. The square shield is divided into three of the Red Carnation. foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. Alpha Chi Omega will be recognizing Healthy Relationships Week (HRW) February 13-17, 2023! determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. Euterpe is seated at the piano. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). remurphyii joined 2 hours ago. effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. of quietude, infinity and things eternal. When all is quiet, Admeta stands. treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty, they seek to become Children of Light. preferred dress. Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to will take. 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