Black Rites of Passage Ceremonies

[reddawn18]

This came to mind last night, and it might sound like a novice view but nonetheless it came to mind, if we were to instill Rites of Passage what use would it be have greek lettered organizations? Wouldn't the two of them be conflicting each other?

*cowers* Please don't jump down my throat.

[Honeykiss1974]

Originally posted by reddawn18
This came to mind last night, and it might sound like a novice view but nonetheless it came to mind, if we were to instill Rites of Passage what use would it be have greek lettered organizations? Wouldn't the two of them be conflicting each other?

*cowers* Please don't jump down my throat.

Please expand on this question.

What does a Rites of Passage ceremony (i.e. Quinceanera) have to do with greek organizations?

[Intense1920]

I would have loved to have had a ROF when I was becoming an adult. Whenever I have kids I will do that for them. The thought just occured to me that in essence all females have a sort of ROF.

I think that there are many transitions that we make in life so I don't feel that having a ROF as a teenager and joining a GLO would conflict.

[FeeFee]

Originally posted by Honeykiss1974
Please expand on this question.

What does a Rites of Passage ceremony (i.e. Quinceanera) have to do with greek organizations?

I was thinking the same thing. One has nothing to do with the other.

I think that they are needed but need to universal for everyone. Something that has nothing to do with status, ethnicity, a particular religion. It needs to be inclusive so that ALL african-americans can embrace the tradition.

And no there is no conflict between a rites of passage and Greek Letter Organizations. One would be to signify passage in adulthood and the other is membership based on your interest in and meeting the candidancy requirements for consideration in the Greek Letter Organization.

[CrimsonTide4]

Originally posted by reddawn18
This came to mind last night, and it might sound like a novice view but nonetheless it came to mind, if we were to instill Rites of Passage what use would it be have greek lettered organizations? Wouldn't the two of them be conflicting each other?

*cowers* Please don't jump down my throat.

Not everyone will join a GLO but any church, community group, school, etc. can sponsor a rites of passage program. Even the little knuckleheads on the street need guidance that a rites of passage program can potentially provide.

Why does everything have to be about conflict? I welcome as I am sure most GLO members when others step up to the plate to do service of some kind somewhere for somebody. GLOs are not the only ones capable of serving. Anyone who breathes is CAPABLE to serve in some capacity.

[reddawn18]

What I am saying, many people may feel that joinning a GLO is an rite of passage as a form of adulthood that is all.

Personally, I would love to have one. But where would we start? Is it too late to have something like this in our community?

[CrimsonTide4]

Originally posted by reddawn18
What I am saying, many people may feel that joinning a GLO is an rite of passage as a form of adulthood that is all.

Personally, I would love to have one. But where would we start? Is it too late to have something like this in our community?

No joining a GLO is not the only form of rite of passage.
It is never too late to make a change in the community.
Umm start with the man in the mirror.

[reddawn18]

How would we get started on something like this?



FYI to the board, I personally don't believe in the statement in devil advocate. It was just a thought.

Originally posted by reddawn18
How would we get started on something like this?



FYI to the board, I personally don't believe in the statement in devil advocate. It was just a thought.

I suggest that we start a group on MSN or somewhere to discuss various ideas. That way we can keep our thoughts focused and on track.

[CrimsonTide4]

Originally posted by laidbackfella
I suggest that we start a group on MSN or somewhere to discuss various ideas. That way we can keep our thoughts focused and on track.

Why not form groups in your own communities first? She is in NY and you are in SC. Before it can be done nationally, I think it would be better to work it at a local level. I am sure the 2 of you can brainstorm together via IM or e-mail and then go from there.

[reddawn18]

Originally posted by CrimsonTide4
Why not form groups in your own communities first? She is in NY and you are in SC. Before it can be done nationally, I think it would be better to work it at a local level. I am sure the 2 of you can brainstorm together via IM or e-mail and then go from there.

That could work. sort of like a pilot program. What about you Ms. Tide this was your idea. You should be part of this.

[rho4life]

Originally posted by reddawn18
That could work. sort of like a pilot program. What about you Ms. Tide this was your idea. You should be part of this.

Sounds like a challenge to me!!!!!!

[CrimsonTide4]

Originally posted by rho4life
Sounds like a challenge to me!!!!!!

I don't know why since I never said I wanted to create a Rites of Passage program.

[reddawn18]

Originally posted by CrimsonTide4
I don't know why since I never said I wanted to create a Rites of Passage program.

The reason why I said you should be part of it is because I think you would have alot to add.

As for starting something like a rite of passage, from my understanding, it usually take one. So we could start something within our own endeavours in volunteering with children. And have it pass on through word of mouth. That happens alot in these passages.

What do you think?