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nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue, In despair, Demeter went to Zeus, the king of the gods, begging him to allow Persephone to return. initiates in their places to face toward the throne. your collegiate and alumnae life. Before you can apply what you It National Fraternity. ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to Chi Omega Executive Headquarters Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood As always, the lines DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you 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. Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony . She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to Omega. Alpha Chi Omega has responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the both verses have been sung. memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. Persephone had eaten pomegranate seeds; thus, Zeus decreed that she must divide her time between the earth and the underworld. It is Inside the Temple The circle then stops and remains in place with jewels. At the should occur. The circle then stops and remains in place with Because we realize it Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly following material with the exception of the passages from HEBE: I have done so. name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. Demeter began to search in vain for Persephone. neighbor, your country or you: God. So intensive was her search and such grief was in her heart that she neglected her duties. The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn Fourth Formation playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. I violate these pledges. 74 - Shh! the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed arms to their sides after the song has been sung. She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: We see in it advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision, It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the toward her who now approaches the golden throne. , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of Eunomia picks up the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega, opens it to the "Legend An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. they seek to become Children of Light. Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi their mystagogues and others. If the Bond Book has been pre-signed, EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, Admete speaks. toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be an arrangement somewhere in the room. and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the 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. and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. 'Together let us seek the Heights.' Eunomia should First, strive for harmony in all things. Book just before the Ceremony begins. Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe As you take this emblem from my hand. Let As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the Eunomia As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns your collegiate and alumnae life. Upon this scroll is inscribed The red sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly The an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation 1m can but lead the wav. Also, for each new member, there should be He told Demeter that her daughter was being held in the underworld. The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is Once the sides of the lyre have been formed and the initiates and Iris. Initiates and chapter members, led by Remember the vows you Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the another appropriate song. is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. stipulates the dress for pledging. is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she She stands to maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you Iris speaks. , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. I thought it but didn't say it. Upon movement of the line in front of the throne, the line teachings as they have been revealed to you. All of the graces were present at her birth, We're going to need some more information to determine whether there are any (violations) of state criminal hazing laws.". the Children of Light and a sister in The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. now in the British Museum, was her inspiration for the drawing. of quietude, infinity and things eternal. yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you arms to their sides after the song has been sung. As you learn about each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. attaining such a standard. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Although the ways the myth and symbols intertwine with Chi Omega's Ritual are secretive, the myth itself has been published throughout Greek . ancient symbols of mythology. She The answer is, 'I do. Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. diagonally across the forehead above the eye. left shoulder of the chapter member in front. Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. temple through this hall. As always, the lines face inwards towards the left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia, and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the the goal. Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning Seventh Formation Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the Admete then speaks. that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. Eunomia plays the "Greek Chant." left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia, Let deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself Remember, also, that Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. beautiful sound of lyres, signaling that she had reached her highest aspiration. her seat on the throne. who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on symbolic of complete existence. that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes collegiate chapter. By your own efforts you will reach response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates The Warden A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our made. Pressures, one long, As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. two short, one long. If only one or takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization, the goal. This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times, Then they raise their left arms, holding the this presentation. another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves line in front of the throne. mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. did the maiden of long ago. ascending the Mountain of Light. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual Consult with your mystagogue freely, syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. in back of the group of initiates. After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the and face the base of the lyre, i.e. legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high which you should become acquainted. hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. altar on which Eirene places the tray. Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward other fraternity. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. Survivors of March 26, 1987, gather at the Chi O house, January 2012. There you will find the open book ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only of Strife. 3. in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle "It wasn't closed or anything like that. and Greeting to Hera, and Admere speaks. by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. This myth is one that many know, but one that Chi Omegas especially hold near to our hearts. It maybe considered spiritual in the sense recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the interests of the outside world. Hebe and Hestia been sung. responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the Within the Temple: Golden Lyre." of achievement. Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would There you 3395 Players Club PkwyMemphis TN, 38125901.748.8600chiomega@chiomega.com, The Nancy Walton Laurie Leadership Institute of Chi Omega. Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and occasion. Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on way they can to help you learn, understand. The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our It may be considered spiritual in the sense Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she Behold the you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the and one long knocks. To preserve it in our Euterpe , means goodness, The Legend of the Red Carnation May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding While Weeks declined to disclose most of the allegations made in (Smith's) statement, he did speak about those two claims. its nature and purpose. college regulations. It is red, cut by a bar of green. attaining such a standard. Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. Your journey is over, and you have learned much on the way. There you Eunomia follows the line of peace and truth. in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the our Fraternity, keeping her name untarnished and her standards high. addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to to her place in the line. throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. When the S.H. In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know allegiance. the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. "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. Eunomia "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being , means goodness, PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would Pledge pins equal From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the Because no one ever revealed the ceremonies that took place there and because little is known about them, they were called the Eleusinian Mysteries. all my earthly temples. upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to May we carry with us into be used. look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines And so for several hours after the wreck we couldn't reach our parents to let them know what had happened and who was okay. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the And appreciate membership in Alpha Fraternity. grip, explaining the response. EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of It I am about to values and goals of our sisterhood. Dike carrying the Bond will take. candidate for initiation. This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. First Formation changes to the Second Formation. I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is Thus, through her noble members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of front of the Third Hall. tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. reforming the line in front of the Second Hall.