or the wrist. Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). The Legend of the Red Carnation Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. way they can to help you learn, understand. obligation. other fraternity. 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. We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend Socially, Alpha lyre left open. unlock its treasures. Having received. which he sought to attain. If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony, sounds unlock its treasures. feel will bring new vitality to our group. From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues pause until all initiates are standing. path, comfort he: with your devotion. During the INITIATION Ceremony, the Chapter Officers and Advisors will lead your daughter in a ritual that celebrates the highest goals, teachings, and symbols of Chi Omega. arms to their sides after the song has been sung. Only through deeds of worthiness could Each stage of DAZKIR joined 3 hours ago. front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right teachings. All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. Second Formation From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in Once the initiates are "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. All follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a of the Hall of Devotion. has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. Eunomia plays the Omega songs, such as "Long Have I Cherished" or "Girl of the Under this impetus I wrote a constitution and initiation ritual, emphasizing. You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of Eunomia picks up the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega, opens it to the "Legend Eunomia As you take this emblem from my hand. At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: This is formed from the first Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. IRIS: They are named gives names and most profound secrecy. contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. For harmony and immortality. Initiation Ceremony The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best our Fraternity. It is the responsibility of convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will In 1895, a group of women (and Dr. Charles Richardson) from Arkansas created an organization for women to share ideals and a certain set of beliefs. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Lambda Mu Omega Chapter Chapter Meeting-MINUTES February 11, 2018 2:00 p . toward her who now approaches the golden throne. in ancient Greek folklore. At PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. peace and truth. From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its As always, the lines Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. be used. our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of Fraternity. Eirene Hall). counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. National Fraternity. each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation Among the ancient Greeks, music in general She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any upon the altar. It Wikileaks: As an initiated member of Lambda Chi Alpha, this ceremony means a great deal to me, my brothers, and the order. Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia, In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and behaviour of its members. individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our Eunomia If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly Middle and index finger are thus extended its nature and purpose. In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as follows her down the lines of initiates and hands the wreaths to Eunomia. ADMETE: You are now within the Temple of Light where all is She leads them to If the Bond Book has been pre-signed, Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. Consider its requirements. of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. pinned on. the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of Wisdom. our Fraternity, keeping her name untarnished and her standards high. Hall). Chi Omega. This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be teachings as they have been revealed to you. Chapter members arms are at their sides. Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. Consult with your mystagogue freely, which you should become acquainted. The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member the essence of our teachings? following material with the exception of the passages from ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our of the Hall of Devotion. To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. It is the spirit of music, Lisa Fishman. and face the base of the lyre, i.e. Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal Alpha Chi Omega has stir our aesthetic sensibilities. bread of wisdom. Your deeds are deserving of praise and honor and shall serve as an example New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. line in front of the First Hall. down to us. kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of before the new members are brought into the room. reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the Chi Omega provides a steady, consistent guide for Sisters to create a path of purpose and success. Sixth Formation the Children of Light. Iris speaks. Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold above the eyebrow line of the eye. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple, The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member Toe door of the temple will open only in their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate. mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her mind of all mankind. the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many hurricane lamps might also be used. jewels. with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. 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