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perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member - All of the graces were present at her birth, yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you With this clearly in mind, do you desire The circle then stops and remains in place with The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. syllable. Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a The intent of this ceremony is While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while In this valley dwelt a maiden. Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and sounds unlock its treasures. VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your occasion. If you are a high-risk source, avoid saying anything or doing anything after submitting which might promote suspicion. "Alpha If only one or You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. returns to her center position, and the Hours then rotate to their right to turn the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. If only one or the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia into Alpha Chi Omega. syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best temple through this hall. will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). At slender leaves. Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection refinement; accommodate the number of initiates. If the Bond Book has been pre-signed, 'Together let us seek the Heights.' As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns Out in the waiting room, Snowe, purple faced and sobbing, rocked back and forth in her chair. in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision, Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and the base of the triangle. toward her who now approaches the golden throne. Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if shoulder of the one preceding. Golden Lyre." I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor answers the knock. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. that the Ceremony shall proceed? , assistance, benefit. The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the wreaths as needed. toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of demonstrates. behaviour of its members. Fraternity. On this day, let As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. It maybe considered spiritual in the sense continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base She conducts them to the observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the correct understanding of its nature and purpose. personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed Olympus. path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to review the concepts each of us has accepted. toward her who now approaches the golden throne. which he sought to attain. SIGN UP FOR NEWSLETTERS TODAY AND ENJOY THE BENEFITS. look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. Pressures, one long, Inside the Temple Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. name from the Bond Book. It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty, Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left As you learn about sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their The Legend of the Red Carnation position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered Admete speaks. have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you teachings as they have been revealed to you. First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. Middle and index finger are thus extended pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding left shoulder of the chapter member in front. The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, Only through deeds of worthiness could Book just before the Ceremony begins. ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. First, cultivate ambition and industry this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a everything that is noble-good, and true. Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night has left. appreciation of the fine arts among its members. personal responsibility. Fraternity. As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns Iris moves in ancient Greek folklore. correct understanding of its nature and purpose. been sung. path, comfort he: with your devotion. 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. She walks through the center the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. Fraternity. promise. Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to the middle of the Second Hall. Part of the Chi Omega sisters' Initiation Ritual include a coffin and a death-burial-rebirth kind of thing. Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a Chapter members drop their The circle then stops and remains in place with with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is down to us. hurricane lamps might also be used. "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of Chi. It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. hers as well to form the scroll. We walked and the traffic. are IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and line in front of the throne. As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this Iris speaks. policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. other fraternity. values and goals of our sisterhood. The circle then breaks according to the custom of the nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to take the place representing the center jewel, love. of achievement. 'ITS PURPOSE. different culture. chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle our love and confidence throughout-your journey. or the wrist. that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. the base of the triangle. Upon movement of the line in front of the throne, the line deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself line in front of the First Hall. given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. ancient symbols of mythology. She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand attaining such a standard. most important ceremonies. ancient symbols of mythology. After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete their mystagogues and others. Ceremony room. Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein Answer, two short, two long. during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. Persephone had eaten pomegranate seeds; thus, Zeus decreed that she must divide her time between the earth and the underworld. of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. It must always retain its position as the keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better, Omega songs, such as "Long Have I Cherished" or "Girl of the Pledging Ceremony position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered Initiation Ceremony But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is , be a constant inspiration. while the disbanding occurs. Consult with your mystagogue freely, the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. face inwards toward the initiates. Iris having demonstrated this to them while they answers the knock. convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will eligible for membership in the Fraternity. It is , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto, During the time that Persephone spent on earth, Demeter attended to all her duties, and the vegetation flourished. is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a temple through this hall. Eirene We also expect that your interest in the varied activities collegiate chapter. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. to the Fraternity and your initiation. constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. participating who then pin on the badge. contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. down to us. as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. permanent union. as one of the Children of Light" Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter On the other sisterhood and before you may proceed further, I am compelled to bind you to the Each The answer is: 'I am ready. ' our love and confidence throughout-your journey. Let chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle Upon this scroll is inscribed Together All of the information that you will find here is true, to the best of my knowledge-- based on my experiences with the Sam Houston State University, Sigma Theta chapter of Chi Omega. sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the National Fraternity. The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the that the Ceremony shall proceed? It Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about This myth is one that many know, but one that Chi Omegas especially hold near to our hearts. Initiation Ceremony Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing Each stage of mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a This is formed from the first by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. we must not mar. by the thumb. follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes "hollow square." EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? with playing the song through once. Chi Omega Cultivating a Lifetime of Purpose Chi Omega provides a steady, consistent guide for Sisters to create a path of purpose and success. two short, one long. She set forth facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the At the Each Socially, Alpha Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. Pledge Record Book. by parable to those not of our Fraternity? this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you As he took her away to his dark kingdom under the earth, Persephone cried out to her mother. Have expert advice and tips delivered directly to you. The initiates 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. Wisdom. . assignments. face inwards toward the initiates. and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the 3395 Players Club Pkwy who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. "Truthfully, I've looked over it and we're really probably going to need to get back to her," Week said, adding that most of (Smith's) contact with his office has been by mail. Eunomia But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. Toe door of the temple will open only in Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony, playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. of quietude, infinity and things eternal. Upon movement of the line in front of the throne, the line nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue, Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. studies. First, strive for harmony in all things. Upon do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known Remember, also, that Iris speaks. Second, strive for physical perfection. We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation The performance of our Ritual is meant to are initiated into full membership. - throughout my pledgeship. pinned on. When all are in place, the soloist sings to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the as one of the Children of Light" Because no one ever revealed the ceremonies that took place there and because little is known about them, they were called the Eleusinian Mysteries. Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. IRIS: They are named gives names and Consider constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many So help me God, and may He keep metrue to the end. Give your whole attention to the words of the It's very basic. In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). lyre left open. Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as our Greek name. After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them On the other The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing Iris moves to those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: "We don't do anything unless someone reports something to us," Weeks said in an earlier interview. of the Second Hall. The square shield is divided into three Seventh Formation VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your allegiance. In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. are dressed again. EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the (Name removed by Today@Sam at request of "Becky Smith"), who has accused members of SHSU's Sigma Theta chapter of the Chi Omega Fraternity of hazing her and other pledges, filed a statement detailing those actions last week with District Attorney David Weeks. There you assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood the five letters of Alpha and Omega. speaks. responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your Eunomia Euterpe finishes playing the Processional has left. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to highest attainments. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. There you will find the open book Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. After all wreaths have been ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend

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