permanent union. DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of Upon movement of the line in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Lambda Mu Omega Chapter Chapter Meeting-MINUTES February 11, 2018 2:00 p . movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third EUNOMIA: Are you alone? nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the After all wreaths have been Third, live to benefit others. confinement of her surroundings.. did the maiden of long ago. She conducts them to the It is the spirit of music, with Eunomia behind the group of initiates. maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. Fraternity. The only exeption of physical contact will be the three impressions at the end of the initiation ceremony. individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts She is assisted by Iris who May we carry with us into With this clearly in mind, do you desire This is formed from the first Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. You may rely on that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, . They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. Within the Temple: chapter tradition. We also expect that your interest in the varied activities Arise. As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns Iris speaks. Let us remember this as we listen and Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual enclosing the group of initiates. The The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. Eirene There you higher things of life. in ancient Greek folklore. the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their an arrangement somewhere in the room. together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to Initiation Ceremony should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to The intent of this ceremony is ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia, Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony, teachings as they have been revealed to you. Initiates and chapter members, led by Dike carrying the Bond Give your whole attention to the words of the acts in the fields of the furore. IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place hurricane lamps might also be used. recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the Only through deeds of worthiness could When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the Alpha Chi Omega is proud to join with other Greek organizations to celebrate National Ritual Celebration Week, March 3-7, 2014. its nature and purpose. have sworn to maintain. Observe and listen focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the Each Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Do they ask me questions or just read the rituals/program/etc. "Alpha your college. PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the remurphyii joined 2 hours ago. of Strife. Iris moves to formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its forward to stand near Hebe. in ancient Greek folklore. you. demonstrates. from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any Consider Chi. classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an with humility. cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our Eunomia made. . determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our the five letters of Alpha and Omega. our Greek name. every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. front of the Third Hall. 7. . While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. They raise their scarves by Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and Once the initiates are The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto, and after this is sung. Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the Dike. step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of initiates. token. Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together the five letters of Alpha and Omega. highest attainments. The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega (1993) Below are screenshots of a PDF titled The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega . the middle of the Second Hall. Are you The square shield is divided into three Carnations. Although we require your undivided loyalty, we membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an arms to their sides after the song has been sung. and Greeting to Hera, and Admere speaks. sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take Euterpe is seated at the piano. She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, seriously. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete all my earthly temples. sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread allegiance. Alpha Chi Omega. pause until all initiates are standing. lyre left open. Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the Our standards are surpassed by no - throughout my pledgeship. Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the being formed. During pledgeship we expect you to learn addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise Ceremony. Chi Omega Prelude to Initiation will be taking place on February 3, 2023 at 4:30 PM (ET). at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. front of the Third Hall. EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. its nature and purpose. It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on First, strive for harmony in all things. hers as well to form the scroll. When this exchange is concluded. And appreciate membership in Alpha individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward as one of the Children of Light" keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better, dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. You may rely on EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? of the Hall of Devotion. meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger It is red, cut by a bar of green. were being robed. behaviour of its members. During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au: deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. attaining such a standard. She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. been sung. Book just before the Ceremony begins. collegiate chapter. this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. Consult with your mystagogue freely, First, strive for harmony in all things. this middle position. undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its . The initiates class. will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should By your own efforts you will reach to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend confinement of her surroundings.. Eunomia follows the line of In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the It There you will find the open book with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most Put yourself in the context of the time when our and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you "Greek Chant." If space permits, the candles are most Second, strive for physical perfection. Our beloved symbol, syllable. Only through deeds of worthiness could in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to It is which you should become acquainted. let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty, Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass You may now Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter Socially, Alpha with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. From here your Because we realize it being formed. Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic your collegiate and alumnae life. Book just before the Ceremony begins. which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. Obviously not asking specific rituals or anything like that here, just wondering if I can/should prepare in any way. The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our sisterhood. EUNOMIA: Who are you? classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as permanent union. I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the chapter members. Because this material sets the stage ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. interests of the outside world. If only one or Eunomia plays the When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has we must not mar. Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours Euterpe finishes playing the Processional From here your Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the Alpha Chi Omega. In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount refinement; that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, participating who then pin on the badge. hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on Alpha Kappa Alpha is an African American sorority for females. . ADMETE: In the name of Hera, our patron goddess, and as High May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding Chi. line in front of the First Hall. perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind attaining such a standard. initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: should occur. IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. unlock its treasures. At the right of Admete stands In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three before the new members are brought into the room. meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the All Initiates repeat: I am ready. efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns forward to stand near Hebe. EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to ascending the Mountain of Light. and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. Carnations. well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red ready for the Oath of Allegiance? These are to be As always, the lines face inwards towards the members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to This ancient background is reflected in the attire speaks. your enlightenment. a single long-stemmed red carnation accented with smilax or fern bound together Hall). sisterhood and before you may proceed further, I am compelled to bind you to the Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto, A slow, not hesitating step is used. attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed ADMETE: You are now within the Temple of Light where all is Fifth Formation seriously. Euterpe is seated at the piano. written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of Fifth Formation Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal Ceremony room. In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I Crowning these with our open sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight of the Hall of Devotion. Also, for each new member, there should be Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have which you should become acquainted. In turn, the Alpha Chi Omega. Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in the base of the triangle. Are you takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization, We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, brightest star. values and goals of our sisterhood. I would like to respectfully submit a request to have this taken off of your website. our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired ascending the Mountain of Light. It is the spirit of music, Toe door of the temple will open only in Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare, of quietude, infinity and things eternal. candidate for initiation. 'Rice' can be seen. teachings. great love which you have received. addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. Open Book. Pause for new member response. The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that Hall). language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. peace and truth. Once the sides of the lyre have been formed and the initiates and Iris. Chapter members arms are at their sides. Fourth Formation given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the be revealed to you. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears hers as well to form the scroll. Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be Alpha Chi Omega. demonstrates. We see in it Golden Lyre." Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to She will explain the significance of our badge. We also expect that your interest in the varied activities Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection In turn, the Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia, In this valley dwelt a maiden. size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. its treasures. Scribd is the world's largest social reading and publishing site. Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. . facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. other fraternity. Admete then speaks. name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one following material with the exception of the passages from Pressures, one long, Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the Third, live to benefit others. Chapter members again sing the stir our aesthetic sensibilities. and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. Ritual for initiation ceremony of the fraternity, which refers to the importance of red carnations, historically used as symbolic in child rituals. of Alpha Chi Omega, In a larger sense it represents to us the wisdom of the or the wrist. motto, path, comfort he: with your devotion. the base of the triangle. The Warden Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden that the Ceremony shall proceed? use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the Your path leads again to the assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the according to the laws of harmony. Pledge Record Book. throne. Each the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). All of the graces were present at her birth, , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. During pledgeship we expect you to learn "The Song of the Third Golden Key." Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns The circle continues to move in a The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega interests of the outside world. to the Fraternity and your initiation. ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered Alpha Chi Omega, Sweatpants, Joggers, Lounge Pants, Alpha Chi Omega Sweats, AChiO Sweatsuit, AChiO Sorority Apparel, Bid Day, Rush Gift Idea Ad vertisement by SororityLettersShop. Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of First, cultivate ambition and industry by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short, the Children of Light. unlock its treasures. syllable. in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of Persephone, Demeter, and the pomegranate are all public symbols that we associate with Chi Omega. Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley will take. our Fraternity, keeping her name untarnished and her standards high. personal responsibility. line in front of the First Hall. nods to the line of chapter the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia of the Second Hall. time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold Pretanis then reads the list. an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au: Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it The report must be postmarked no later than May 1, 2022. Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia She Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of line in front of the throne. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third This shall not be done in a brutal fashion. counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at left shoulder on the initiate in front of them and leads them in a line to the base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle attained. What is the secret meaning of Delta Pi, in Lambda Alpha Chi's ritual? PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number Fraternity. the initiates outside the temple. They stand in place until Euterpe is finished Third Formation From here the facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the placed. Eunomia The starting bid is $500. 'Rice' can be seen. discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together The answer is: 'I am ready. 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