Most Meaningful part of creed, mission, symphony, etc.

[steelerbear]

There's not much in Phi Mu's Creed that doesn't touch me deeply every time I hear or say it. I do like that it doesn't say anything so vague as "I believe in my fraternity." Rather, it states very simply for what we stand, and it is essentially the promise of every member to live up to those ideals of Love, Honor, and Truth. There's a reason many Phi Mus like to "Keep Living the Creed," and I believe that's because our Creed is something we can live. Phi Mu's Creed isn't just made of vague beliefs that are left open to interpretation; it's a way of life.

The Creed of Phi Mu Fraternity

To lend to those less fortunate a helping hand.
To think of God as a protector and guide of us all.
To keep forever sacred the memory of those we have loved and lost.
To be to others what we would they would be to us.
To keep our lives gentle, merciful, and just,
Thus being true to the womanhood of love.

To walk in the way of honor, guarding the purity of our thoughts and deeds.
Being steadfast in every duty, small or large.
Believing that our given word is binding.
Striving to esteem the inner man above culture, wealth, or pedigree.
Being honorable, courteous, tender,
Thus being true to the womanhood of honor.

To serve in the light of truth, avoiding egotism, narrowness, and scorn.
To give freely of our sympathies.
To reverence God as our Maker, striving to serve Him in all things.
To minister to the needy and unfortunate.
To practice day by day love, honor, truth,
Thus keeping true to the meaning, spirit, and reality of Phi Mu.

[PhiMuPrincess52]

Originally Posted by steelerbear

There's not much in Phi Mu's Creed that doesn't touch me deeply every time I hear or say it. I do like that it doesn't say anything so vague as "I believe in my fraternity." Rather, it states very simply for what we stand, and it is essentially the promise of every member to live up to those ideals of Love, Honor, and Truth. There's a reason many Phi Mus like to "Keep Living the Creed," and I believe that's because our Creed is something we can live. Phi Mu's Creed isn't just made of vague beliefs that are left open to interpretation; it's a way of life.

The Creed of Phi Mu Fraternity

To lend to those less fortunate a helping hand.
To think of God as a protector and guide of us all.
To keep forever sacred the memory of those we have loved and lost.
To be to others what we would they would be to us.
To keep our lives gentle, merciful, and just,
Thus being true to the womanhood of love.

To walk in the way of honor, guarding the purity of our thoughts and deeds.
Being steadfast in every duty, small or large.
Believing that our given word is binding.
Striving to esteem the inner man above culture, wealth, or pedigree.
Being honorable, courteous, tender,
Thus being true to the womanhood of honor.

To serve in the light of truth, avoiding egotism, narrowness, and scorn.
To give freely of our sympathies.
To reverence God as our Maker, striving to serve Him in all things.
To minister to the needy and unfortunate.
To practice day by day love, honor, truth,
Thus keeping true to the meaning, spirit, and reality of Phi Mu.

Our creed touches me very deeply. As a new sister (I initiated Fall 2009), the creed what was what moved me to tears on Pref night and brought me back on Bid Day. If I had to choose a favorite line, it would be "To practice day by day love, honor truth." It reminds me, even in times of anger or sadness, to always live up to the ideals of Phi Mu!