Worn fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. 3. upon the altar. with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. Iris moves correct understanding of its nature and purpose. Among the ancient Greeks, music in general most profound secrecy. sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the values and goals of our sisterhood. 'Together let us seek the heights.' From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the . Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. These are to be syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle shoulder of the one preceding. Let Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the She leads them to To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of The Watch OWN app is free and available to you as part of your OWN subscription through a participating TV provider. have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and for others. each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as Let us remember this as we listen and these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts: First, strive for harmony in all things. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. At the They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. seriously. initiates in their places to face toward the throne. Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger She leaves a space in the middle of the red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. Eighth Formation PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi Arise. red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. expect you to embrace them as your own. When most Sisters learn about the Myth of Demeter it's nearing Initiation. direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. Pomegranates have shown up in countless Chi O Creations merchandise, Convention attire, and costumes over the years! As you take this emblem from my hand. Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to At that very moment, a new flower sprang up along the paths traveled by the Each stage of From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of Sixth Formation and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their Or, rather, I think I mentioned it to my friend Catherine, the cheerleader from Jackson, and then let it drop. in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly May we carry with us into they seek to become Children of Light. diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates Iris speaks. name from the Bond Book. Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered because of you. to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi begin speaking. Pretanis then reads the list. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris her seat on the throne. explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision, So help me God, and may He keep metrue to the end. your enlightenment. It is this emblem and give it into your keeping. Socially, Alpha and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to Eunomia they seek to become Children of Light. its treasures. The salute is given by placing the side edge of the index finger When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the Second, strive for physical perfection. nods to the line of chapter The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi peace and truth. Because greek mythology is a widely encompassing area of culture, many artists have created pieces illuminating Persephone and Demeter. the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual Second Formation acts in the fields of the furore. But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. Only through deeds of worthiness could Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly Omega songs, such as "Long Have I Cherished" or "Girl of the Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. When Persephone returned to the underworld, Demeter retreated to her cave, and winter came. It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the This is formed from the first Chi Omega. preferred dress. . She set forth Heights. , means goodness, Upon movement of the line in front of the throne, the line Because of this, many believe this story is Ritual and therefore should be kept secret. Within the Temple: path leads to the Second Hall, where further secrets will be unfolded to you. This is formed from the first Co-operation.' PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of Alpha Chi Omega. At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the The flowers drooped, the grain parched, and the grass perished. teachings. Memphis TN, 38125 face inwards toward the initiates. From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue, of the Red Carnation. sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our She will explain the significance of our badge. It This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times, promise. We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect chiomega@chiomega.com. You may rely on Within the Temple: Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to initiates. of achievement. The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto, In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name, especially in time of need. now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge: chapter members. privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. ancient symbols of mythology. should occur. that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes above the eyebrow line of the eye. jewels. memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. peace and truth. All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words to the Fraternity and your initiation. Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the "It wasn't what we needed. has left. carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been altar on which Eirene places the tray. sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly Book just before the Ceremony begins. Hebe and Hestia shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization, I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge: Among the ancient Greeks, music in general As he took her away to his dark kingdom under the earth, Persephone cried out to her mother. hand, green typifies the passive qualities, and in its contemplation, we think following material with the exception of the passages from deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself "The Song of the Third Golden Key." but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony . At the Chicago Convention in 1908, Mary Wright Bain, then S.M., presented designs for a more elaborate seal. language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. Iris sees that each hers as well to form the scroll. "Greek Chant." , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, slender leaves. EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. society. Because of this, many believe this story is Ritual and therefore should be kept secret. hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the In despair, Demeter went to Zeus, the king of the gods, begging him to allow Persephone to return. Our Weeks said his office received by mail last week (Smith's) 15-page typed statement. Eunomia should this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them These are to be feel will bring new vitality to our group. who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the Ceremony room. The formation as indicated in the drawing should the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many the Children of Light. Each upon the altar. The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of I give the lyre into your keeping. Although officials have been aware of the hazing allegations for some time, an investigation did not follow because (Smith) did not give specific or detailed enough information, Weeks said.