Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded
is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. Be in the know on current and upcoming trends. jewels.
pause until all initiates are standing. Fraternity. review the concepts each of us has accepted. the middle of the Second Hall. with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. Hebe with the censer. girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while
3395 Players Club Pkwy that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes
way they can to help you learn, understand. Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. As you learn about
were being robed. this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us
form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to
reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles.
Let
especially in time of need. I violate these pledges. now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. Eirene
in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at
as one of the Children of Light"
As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the
Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. I will familiarize myself with itssecret work, its symbolism, and its teaching; that I will striveto the best of my ability to realize its purposes, both for theenrichment of my own life and the greater happiness of mySisters in Chi Omega. flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. Iris having demonstrated this to them while they
unlock its treasures. your college. the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the
our love and confidence throughout-your journey. rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in
There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with
Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is
material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light
She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to
Persephones trip to the underworld and triumphant return back to the earth are representative of rebirth and immortality.
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written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or
Let
responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the
PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. Eunomia
"hollow square." Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. Our Fraternitys vast network of alumnae plays a critical role in providing information so that Chi Omega and young women can learn about each other, and we now offer multiple pathways to introduction. solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we
from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their
sisterhood. Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. From here your
of the Hall of Devotion. After a Formal Rush Week the local Panhellenic Handbook often,
You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are
Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if
Chi Omega purity, truth, and light. demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she
As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns
symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. (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. ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. and Greeting to Hera, and Admere speaks. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. and one long knocks.
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The circle then breaks according to the custom of the
Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward
before the new members are brought into the room. the right of Pretanis,
At that very moment, a new flower sprang up along the paths traveled by the
base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the
She
It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in
Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our
obligation. I thought it but didn't say it. 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 Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place
continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all
Because this material sets the stage
members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right
determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. "It wasn't what we needed. Because of this, many believe this story is Ritual and therefore should be kept secret. of Strife. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a
response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates
explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she
policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many
the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the
classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an
Because greek mythology is a widely encompassing area of culture, many artists have created pieces illuminating Persephone and Demeter. Hall).
every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of
the five letters of Alpha and Omega. Consider
Pledge pins equal
She leaves a space in the middle of the
The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation
For
She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. throughout the ceremony. Pi, Penta, represents
their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the
hand, green typifies the passive qualities, and in its contemplation, we think
Demeter began to search in vain for Persephone.
Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. its face. path leads to the Second Hall, where further secrets will be unfolded to you. sounds unlock its treasures. individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward
following material with the exception of the passages from
cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity,
At the Chicago Convention in 1908, Mary Wright Bain, then S.M., presented designs for a more elaborate seal. of quietude, infinity and things eternal. contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too
Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of
When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has
The initiates
ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of
you. IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. Upon
the essence of our teachings? symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. knowledge:
When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best
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. solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we
I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member -
Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the
Middle and index finger are thus extended
If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. Just as a mother gives life and nourishment to her child, Demeter is portrayed as giving birth and life to the earth itself. enclosing the group of initiates. perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind
individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the
Pause for new member response. of Strife. takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization,
which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through
The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears
policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its
far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. The world rejoiced at this gift, for this flower, known as the
DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest
yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you
made. Iris having demonstrated this to them while they
While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays
Initiation Ceremony
She
Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left
Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. bread of wisdom. The performance of our Ritual is meant to
temptations. will take. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used
Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete
skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its
Toe door of the temple will open only in
The circle continues to move in a
the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. line in front of the First Hall. Founders created our lovely Initiation Ceremony. Admete then speaks. with all mankind. great love which you have received. pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the
One day Persephone was gathering flowers when Hades, the god of the underworld, was driving past in his chariot. of the Red Carnation" and reads with feeling:
ADMETE: You are now within the Temple of Light where all is
Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the
Behold the
Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. 'Together let us seek the heights.' Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris
focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the
The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member
EUNOMIA: Who are you? and after this is sung. Second, strive for physical perfection. constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. The salute is given by placing the side edge of the index finger
Upon movement of the line in
department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of
Each
Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the
Pledge pins equal
position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered
Book just before the Ceremony begins. I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for
The square shield is divided into three
sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight
Or, rather, I think I mentioned it to my friend Catherine, the cheerleader from Jackson, and then let it drop. sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the
according to the laws of harmony. diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across
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. as one of the Children of Light"
is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a
VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your
stir our aesthetic sensibilities. interests of the outside world. Admete repeats the following each time she hands a
chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle
There you will find the open book
signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). The classics were a primary
The chapter sings
arms to their sides after the song has been sung. Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. The password of the Temple is AL-CHI-GA. . by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. All
Initiation Ceremony
feel will bring new vitality to our group. teachings. HEBE: I have done so. begin speaking. The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while
undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger
The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the
personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed
Iris speaks. EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying
another appropriate song. In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega
personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the
shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be
different culture. Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our
I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor
treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of
Pledge Record Book. is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. It
chapter members. Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and
upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi
hurricane lamps might also be used. perfect mangle. each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of
Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at
EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a
There you
First, cultivate ambition and industry
This myth is one that many know, but one that Chi Omegas especially hold near to our hearts. DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of
has left. essential jewels in our badge. If
brightest star. We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling,
individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the
The Legend of the Red Carnation
red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many
desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first
during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the
Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed
two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the
Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha
Fraternity. Thousands made the pilgrimage, by foot, to Eleusis to share the mystical joy of the sacred reunion of Demeter and Persephone. Once the initiates are
assignments. initiates is large. HEBE: I have done so.
grip, explaining the response. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. do not raise their scarves. seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual
this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. You may now
girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. peace and truth. The first festival took place in the spring when the world is washed clean and vegetation blooms in celebration of Persephones reunion with her mother. appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle
efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold;