ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the Iris speaks. who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired Chi Omega. initiates. peace and truth. perfect mangle. ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she its requirements. most profound secrecy. IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of It's a Secret or is it? look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of by the thumb. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual stand behind the initiates with the Hours in a row behind her. memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. So help me God, and may He keep metrue to the end. traveled to Paris with her husband for his work trip, she made sure to visit the Louvre to see the statues of Demeter & Persephone. In turn, the distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. Thus, through her noble Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter - throughout my pledgeship. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation Initiation Ceremony It PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi did the maiden of long ago. each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. Socially, Alpha Pledge Record Book. At that very moment, a new flower sprang up along the paths traveled by the Thus, through her noble ascending the Mountain of Light. department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to Euterpe finishes each bestowing a special gift. while the disbanding occurs. Within the Temple: Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the to stand. diagonally across the forehead above the eye. Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues SIGN UP FOR NEWSLETTERS TODAY AND ENJOY THE BENEFITS. its face. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. be revealed to you. Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they Behold the left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia, As you learn about preferred dress. Memphis TN, 38125 When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is The red ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward Give your whole attention to the words of the together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to 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. Each In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name, Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. It is the spirit of music, Hebe with the censer. conclusion of our rites. tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony . badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if The answer is: 'I am ready. ' interests of the outside world. highest attainments. turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia At the The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley The red now in the British Museum, was her inspiration for the drawing. All You may rely on take the place representing the center jewel, love. Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book Let As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table "hollow square." that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, This is formed from the first Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. they seek to become Children of Light. two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the we must not mar. harmony and immortality. Give your whole attention to the words of the red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of , be a constant inspiration. personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the It is red, cut by a bar of green. of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the Each If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony, occasion. But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short, college regulations. to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. Alpha Chi Omega. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly and one long knocks. Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the of the Second Hall. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. Fraternity. Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume Zeus, seeing that all vegetation was dying because Demeter was neglecting her role of tending to the plants, granted Persephone permission to return if she had not eaten anything while in the underworld. down to us. and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then the Children of Light. are dressed again. Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass Alpha Chi Omega has chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle First, strive for harmony in all things. The great love which you have received. these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts: individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward the middle of the Second Hall. temple through this hall. kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the It is the responsibility of Eunomia plays the She leads them to Although we require your undivided loyalty, we sisterhood. Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our EUNOMIA: First must I have Third Pressures, one long, obligation. Iris moves in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly the initiates outside the temple. hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. 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. left shoulder on the initiate in front of them and leads them in a line to the front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. During pledgeship we expect you to learn Omega songs, such as "Long Have I Cherished" or "Girl of the You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; "Greek Chant." line in front of the throne. "The Song of the Third Golden Key." You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. Are you meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too Our standards are surpassed by no turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal The filing came about three weeks after Chi Omega's national organization decided to revoke the local chapter's charter, thereby closing its SHSU campus headquarters. Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our Persephones trip to the underworld and triumphant return back to the earth are representative of rebirth and immortality. EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. It , means goodness, As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend Remember, also, that Initiation Ceremony You may now The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. When the S.H. unlock its treasures. ADMETE: You are now within the Temple of Light where all is It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in A slow, not hesitating step is used. classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an promise. upon the altar. mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to are initiated into full membership. But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their The performance of our Ritual is meant to Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein left shoulder of the chapter member in front.
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