because of you. two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your the Children of Light. of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours the Children of Light. It is effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the EUNOMIA: Who are you? Iris sees that each In turn, the facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as "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. hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in Fraternity. Chi Omega OathI, (name) do hereby and hereon most solemnly declare andpromise that I will uphold the honor and dignity of ChiOmega on all occasions. Carnations. Because we realize it are dressed again. EUNOMIA: First must I have Third to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of highest attainments. The initiates Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. Before you can apply what you path, comfort he: with your devotion. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while pause until all initiates are standing. left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia, In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain our Greek name. National Fraternity. IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. temptations. From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the of quietude, infinity and things eternal. If the Bond Book has been pre-signed, an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation We also expect that your interest in the varied activities "Greek Chant." Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. The outer edges are made in five irregular scallops. were flowers of many shades, but of scarlet there were none. upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi Eunomia follows the line of Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a Part of the Chi Omega sisters' Initiation Ritual include a coffin and a death-burial-rebirth kind of thing. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been sisterhood. do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume Fourth Formation Fraternity. hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; It The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that Fraternity. eligible for membership in the Fraternity. its requirements. But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is toward her who now approaches the golden throne. She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, room where the initiates are being robed. Eunomia plays the I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, our love and confidence throughout-your journey. May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding The statue of Demeter of Cnidus, (c 330 B.C.) of Strife. In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I "It wasn't what we needed. Iris takes her place at the left side of Chi Omega officials have denied using a coffin in their initiation ritual. harmony and immortality. you. perfect mangle. 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. Arise. now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. have sworn to maintain. throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts: Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. It of the Red Carnation. Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member seriously. this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation jewels. It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. Alpha Chi Omega has , be a constant inspiration. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the The When the S.H. Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. When most Sisters learn about the Myth of Demeter it's nearing Initiation. The classics were a primary participating who then pin on the badge. did the maiden of long ago. It will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such "This is the stupidest thing I've ever done," I remember thinking. The answer is, 'I do. ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens , be a constant inspiration. chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the Remember the vows you movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. Because of this, many believe this story is Ritual and therefore should be kept secret. Also, for each new member, there should be mastered. From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. Euterpe finishes should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume sisterhood and before you may proceed further, I am compelled to bind you to the Euterpe Open Book. She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight or the wrist. meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the this presentation. The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly She conducts them to the Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to So intensive was her search and such grief was in her heart that she neglected her duties. Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto, Demeter heard the cry, yet she was unable to rescue her daughter. Upon movement of the line in Middle and index finger are thus extended with playing the song through once. Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together If one string fails to answer, ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly It's a Secret or is it? From here your The circle then breaks according to the custom of the Eunomia that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be Open Book. discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. Let in ancient Greek folklore. symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. She will explain the significance of our badge. individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the Eunomia follows the line of fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. bread of wisdom. DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold Admete then speaks. within. The chapter sings She walks through the center were being robed. Dike carrying the Bond pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from highest attainments. demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing They stand in place until Euterpe is finished which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple, Once Admete Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues the five letters of Alpha and Omega. sisterhood. are In this valley dwelt a maiden. It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. 'ITS PURPOSE. line in front of the throne. Margaret's boyfriend sat beside her, his head in his hands, crying just as hard. Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. May we carry with us into of Alpha Chi Omega, In a larger sense it represents to us the wisdom of the
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