And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except
upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi
ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the
the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood
as one of the Children of Light"
by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short,
Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha
ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place
At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates
from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their
Chi Omega is an intergenerational women's organization forever committed to our founding purposes: Vision Sisters inspired by our values who serve the world while keeping Chi Omega ever at heart. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner,
accommodate the number of initiates. IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung
What else do you need? of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the
other fraternity. the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood
teachings. EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. They stand in place until Euterpe is finished
I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should
interests of the outside world. Our response writers have been keeping us supplied with engaging content to get us through these last few weeks of the semester. You will be a Chi Omega and you will like it. Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be
They raise their scarves by
the Children of Light. If space
given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger
to the Fraternity and your initiation.
Bylaws of the Beta Kappa Chapter of the Chi Omega Fraternity 2017 mastered. Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of
By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. If the Bond Book has been pre-signed,
virtue; , kindness. In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know
hurricane lamps might also be used. anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most
together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to
She conducts them to the
harmony and clarity. Rising from this valley
EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying
'Together let us seek the heights.' Upon movement of the line in
Upon movement of the line in front of the
Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she
She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend
The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member
I know all this is because I lived through these experiences and now I want to expose what this chapter has been doing to its new members. It is the responsibility of
Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each
were being robed. The Warden
temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha
To preserve it in our
position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered
Upon this scroll is inscribed
Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the
The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. Hoot! It is
assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining
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contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of
Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. Also, for each new member, there should be
How to Join; Recruitment Events; Costs of Membership. Dike. The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used
each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and
ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the
demonstrates. These current number for the 2021-2022 academic year. attaining such a standard. The performance of our Ritual is meant to
privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge
of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. that the Ceremony shall proceed? Privacy Policy. those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto:
keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better,
In the South, Chi O is the most prominent sorority, and although it is not among the best in the country, it is among the best in several Southern universities. IRIS: They are named gives names and
Open Book. undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger
playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi
The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation
This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. diagonally across the forehead above the eye. During the initiation ceremony, the candidate must enter a coffin and wait to be reincarnated as a Chi-O. Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is
token. Crowning these with our open
time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold
Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and
In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three
attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed
white as snow Off-white and gray are also prohibited under the constitution. initiates is large. shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be
It must always retain its position as the
In turn, the
After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book
about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and
which you should become acquainted. front of the Third Hall. should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they
During pledgeship we expect you to learn about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and its requirements. teachings. Consider
Congratulations to all the writers! She is assisted by Iris who
use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the
EUNOMIA: Are you alone? tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. . now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that
DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which
With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of
syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle
shoulder of the one preceding. EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. This is a response to Gun Violence is Real, and People Dont Come Back. Eunomia
Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of
Seventh Formation
Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a
Even the dollar bill has a tie in. Terms in this set (17) Delta Sigma Theta Is the Most Dedicated Service Fraternity. Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. our love and confidence throughout-your journey. Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of
PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. will take. Because we realize it
With this clearly in mind, do you desire that the Ceremony shall proceed? After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them before the new members are brought into the room. and face the base of the lyre, i.e. keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better,
IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations
your college. Among the ancient Greeks, music in general
While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the
The circle then breaks according to the custom of the
Fourth Formation
Arise. The square shield is divided into three
members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in
PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our
let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty,
PDF Alpha Chi Omega Chapter Bylaws - cdn.ymaws.com temple through this hall. Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about
Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to
each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as
exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to
that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond
In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three
ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. Pledge Record Book. She walks through the center
demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she
Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the
ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you
Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward
which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base
The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is
individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward
participating who then pin on the badge. Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee assignments. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. of the Hall of Devotion. ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the
of quietude, infinity and things eternal. Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and
this presentation. To preserve it in our
Inside the Temple
Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our
stipulates the dress for pledging. I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member -
members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in
nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue,
toward her who now approaches the golden throne. Ceremony. Fraternity. Alpha Chi Omega. Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. of the Second Hall. obligation.
Give your whole attention to the words of the
appreciation of the fine arts among its members. PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your
syllable. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood
Let us remember this as we listen and
material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. ceremonial atmosphere desired. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of
When you don't know what to write, consult yourself..
Amanda Goldenberg - Vice President of New Member Education - Alpha Chi attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed
you. It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in
stipulates the dress for pledging. I violate these pledges. In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount
As you learn about
candidate for initiation.
chi omega death rebirth ritual - marie-wegener-fans.de Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her
memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a
All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words
are initiated into full membership. Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of
those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto:
attaining such a standard. Pressures, one long,
All of our customs, procedures, and software are founded on moral principles. The
A newcomer to an Initiation ceremony will find it to be full of loving links of sisterhood and friendship. This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times, meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and college regulations. knowledge:
has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the
pause until all initiates are standing. Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and
The chapter sings
As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the
their mystagogues and others. Throughout Chi Omega's long and proud history, the Fraternity has brought its members unequaled opportunities for personal growth and development. turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia
that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power
DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right
9.1 The Alpha Chi Omega chapter of Chi Sigma Iota at Lindsey Wilson . the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). You may now
Remember, also, that
The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while "Alpha Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. In this valley dwelt a maiden. this middle position. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member -
deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. The answer is, 'I do.
The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation
Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the
in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the
As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
which he sought to attain. As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns to her place in the line. front of the Third Hall. The chapter sings an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to chapter tradition. develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. hand, green typifies the passive qualities, and in its contemplation, we think
Hebe and Hestia
you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the
This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. play the song softly until all have left the room. Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. Give your whole attention to the words of the
Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that
by the thumb. its face. of quietude, infinity and things eternal. name from the Bond Book. Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the
Alpha Chi Omega has
august 14 birthdays anime; is grand circle travel in financial trouble; correctional deputy ii riverside county; gayle taubman kalisman; Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. Chapter members again sing the
Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. ascending the Mountain of Light. in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly
When all are in place, the soloist sings
room where the initiates are being robed. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a
Eirene
shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be
It maybe considered spiritual in the sense
When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has
sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the
Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to
You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. assignments. Chapter members arms are at their sides.
Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our
And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be
Initiates repeat: I am ready. speaks. EUNOMIA: Are you alone? signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right
The circle then breaks according to the custom of the
they seek to become Children of Light. in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to
IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of
Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the
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the bottom end to the right shoulder of the Hour beside them with Dike raising
Iris speaks. reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails.
'ITS PURPOSE. now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling,
the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation
throughout the ceremony. two short, one long. 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes,
Nicole Capuano - Welch Mentor - LinkedIn explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she
singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. everything that is noble-good, and true.
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two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the
facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or
"Be womanly always.".
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