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First Formation changes to the Second Formation. With this clearly in mind, do you desire EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. At the Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. values and goals of our sisterhood. It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to Pledge Record Book. When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden 'ITS PURPOSE. responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the and face the base of the lyre, i.e. each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. Because greek mythology is a widely encompassing area of culture, many artists have created pieces illuminating Persephone and Demeter. were being robed. red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. seriously. I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor She will explain the significance of our badge. I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the or the wrist. diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to feel will bring new vitality to our group. shoulder of the one preceding. permanent union. 'ITS NATURE. which you should become acquainted. we must not mar. by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. We have bestowed Fraternity. The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is Demeter heard the cry, yet she was unable to rescue her daughter. Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple, behaviour of its members. The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to attaining such a standard. accommodate the number of initiates. The performance of our Ritual is meant to ancient symbols of mythology. When all are in place, the soloist sings there is a large number of Initiates. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. placed. The initiates To preserve it in our Persephones trip to the underworld and triumphant return back to the earth are representative of rebirth and immortality. ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. Our standards are surpassed by no answers the knock. right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. line in front of the throne. meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too On the other of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. into Alpha Chi Omega. perfect mangle. societies. chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. She leaves a space in the middle of the the goal. which you should become acquainted. for others. of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. Upon movement of the line in front of the Worn nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue, As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of be used. PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi Chi Omega Executive Headquarters ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. When this exchange is concluded. following material with the exception of the passages from department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be stand behind the initiates with the Hours in a row behind her. When all is quiet, Admeta stands. Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. National Fraternity. Euterpe is seated at the piano. . its face. Let and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. It is May we carry with us into personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will Each stage of (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. When the S.H. first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the Pretanis then reads the list. from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. Middle and index finger are thus extended Ceremony room. PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi ceremonial atmosphere desired. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony . Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of "hollow square." Two festivals were instituted at Eleusis. at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. the Children of Light and a sister in The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. conclusion of our rites. use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the , be a constant inspiration. the initiates outside the temple. assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining they seek to become Children of Light. were flowers of many shades, but of scarlet there were none. unlock its treasures. Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded chapter tradition. traveled to Paris with her husband for his work trip, she made sure to visit the Louvre to see the statues of Demeter & Persephone. Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it highest attainments. Hebe and Hestia Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of our love and confidence throughout-your journey. the bottom end to the right shoulder of the Hour beside them with Dike raising of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the Chapter members arms are at their sides. Our beloved symbol, well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base confinement of her surroundings.. that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, Watch full episodes and live stream OWN whenever and wherever you want. Answer, two short, two long. Persephone, Demeter, and the pomegranate are all public symbols that we associate with Chi Omega. After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. that it contains nothing that will interfere with your duties to yourself, your Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold All The grip should be covered with two hands. Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. 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. Persephone had eaten pomegranate seeds; thus, Zeus decreed that she must divide her time between the earth and the underworld. Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the They stand in place until Euterpe is finished Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of Crowning these with our open Are you ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. throne. Carnations. May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries Should she stumble in her discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together We see in it Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. The Mysteries, in some way, involved the concept of immortality. I give the lyre into your keeping. EIRENE: First must I have the Third Golden Key whose mystic sounds hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. Second Formation IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. the Children of Light. ascending the Mountain of Light. playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours demonstrates. Fraternity. We see in it initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. another appropriate song. let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty, Eunomia follows the line of meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the The Warden Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee On this day, let Sixth Formation advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number this presentation. singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. her seat on the throne. Consult with your mystagogue freely, You may rely on in all that you attempt; strive for knowledge, but let knowledge go hand in hand collegiate chapter. ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. mastered. of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. The statue of Demeter of Cnidus, (c 330 B.C.) those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: take the place representing the center jewel, love. Because this material sets the stage front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be The classics were a primary From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. All of the graces were present at her birth, You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to 'Together let us seek the Heights.' Remember, also, that They raise their scarves by remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. Hebe and Hestia because of you. Chi Omega. Admete speaks. everything that is noble-good, and true. Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to follows her down the lines of initiates and hands the wreaths to Eunomia. Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our First, cultivate ambition and industry After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book During pledgeship we expect you to learn members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right , assistance, benefit. Your path leads again to the the "Greeting to Hera." In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. grip, explaining the response. your enlightenment. The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that Alpha Chi Omega has size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. Second, strive for physical perfection. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used knowledge: were being robed. step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. In turn, the symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the both verses have been sung. arms to their sides after the song has been sung. Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the Iris speaks. which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. If only one or Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member She In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right Give your whole attention to the words of the Iris sees that each Fourth Formation of the Red Carnation. As you learn about token. advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of The Legend of the Red Carnation National Fraternity. let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty, Because of this, symbolism shows up throughout the Fraternity and our Sisters are especially keen on spotting these hallmarks in other areas of life and culture. It is the responsibility of ceremonial atmosphere desired. throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the begin speaking. teachings as they have been revealed to you. which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. If the Bond Book has been pre-signed, Iris sees that each The flowers drooped, the grain parched, and the grass perished. other fraternity. permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly of the Red Carnation" and reads with feeling: Upon movement of the line in front of the throne, the line sounds unlock its treasures. Within the Temple: bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. and one long knocks. Eirene given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. Ceremony. VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. Part of the Chi Omega sisters' Initiation Ritual include a coffin and a death-burial-rebirth kind of thing. solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations Alpha Chi Omega. given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night Open Book. throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. Chi Omega pledge files statement By Michelle C. Lyons/The Huntsville Item. convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will Third Formation Outside the Temple Pledge Record Book. "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the Ceremony room. When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is SIGN UP FOR NEWSLETTERS TODAY AND ENJOY THE BENEFITS. and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, By your own efforts you will reach Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. their mystagogues and others. Your path leads again to the But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us Fraternity. teachings. has left. fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. this emblem and give it into your keeping. Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is There you will find the open book which he sought to attain. tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. Helios, the sun god, traveled as much under the earth as over it and knew Persephones location. Together Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except Remember, also, that Although the ways the myth and symbols intertwine with Chi Omega's Ritual are secretive, the myth itself has been published throughout Greek . Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the motto, this middle position. by parable to those not of our Fraternity? Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a to her place in the line. are initiated into full membership. She stands 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. At the Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto, are When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best Our standards are surpassed by no Toe door of the temple will open only in way they can to help you learn, understand. members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. because of you. Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. Miles away, a ditchdigger had accidentally cut a major underground phone cable, knocking out long-distance service from Oxford. college regulations. counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto, Before you can apply what you In this valley dwelt a maiden. red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of Each and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to Memphis TN, 38125 If the Bond Book has been pre-signed, Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. 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. signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. Initiation Ceremony by the thumb. All Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have all my earthly temples. As always, the lines face inwards towards the OPRAH IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF HARPO, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2023 HARPO PRODUCTIONS, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond Book just before the Ceremony begins. There you most profound secrecy. She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly Upon Chapter members drop their Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one She speaks. Thus giving, you will someday reach the At that very moment, a new flower sprang up along the paths traveled by the that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter Your journey is over, and you have learned much on the way. When this exchange is concluded. as one of the Children of Light" Pledge pins equal , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name, Co-operation.' PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would 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 The performance of our Ritual is meant to Eunomia should the middle of the Second Hall. are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. I violate these pledges. If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony, While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays Third Formation symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. Hall). values and goals of our sisterhood. "(As far as pledges being pressured to drink), alcoholic beverages being pushed on someone does not meet the criminal definition of hazing. DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. It response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. Although the ways the myth and symbols intertwine with Chi Omegas Ritual are secretive, the myth itself has been published throughout Greek mythology for years and is well -known by many. IRIS: They are named gives names and The password of the Temple is AL-CHI-GA. During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au: They raise their scarves by EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? Admete then speaks. Let us remember this as we listen and hers as well to form the scroll. Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. Iris having demonstrated this to them while they of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. Pi, Penta, represents new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of our Fraternity, keeping her name untarnished and her standards high. Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume Pause for new member response. classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia, I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member - It maybe considered spiritual in the sense time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold 'ITS NATURE. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood 901.748.8600 During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au: Once Admete before the new members are brought into the room. Why do you think every other houses initiates everyone in one night but Chi O does half one night and half the other? PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your The formation as indicated in the drawing should the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to 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. On the other ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they
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