Sheeping with Tradition
What is an alumna?
Any member of Sigma Phi Lambda who is no longer attending a school with a Sigma Phi Lambda chapter.
What are the Secretary's primary responsibilities?
All correspondence during the year, including the summer immediately following her election, minutes of the meetings, room reservations, enrollment verification, service projects, and the calendar of events.
What is the symbol for Sigma Phi Lambda?
The lamb
How many active chapters of Phi Lamb are there?
21
Is Phi Lamb nationally Panhellenic? Why or why not?
No, because of our purpose, it is the sorority's desire to abide by the rules God has given rather than the rules and traditions of the Panhellenic society.
What verse is the basis for how we conduct chapter meetings?
Colossians 3:16
What are the Treasurer's primary responsibilities?
Financial decisions and transactions of Sigma Phi Lambda, and maintenance and communication of all financial records
What are the colors of Sigma Phi Lambda, and what do they symbolize?
Red = Christ's blood
White = purity
What is Sigma Phi Lambda's national philanthropy?
World Vision
What percentage of active members must be present for elections and other voting procedures?
75%
What is the name of the statement of beliefs that Phi Lamb has adopted? Why did we choose this to be our statement of beliefs?
Apostle's Creed
It is one of the oldest and most unifying statements of faith in the history of the Christian faith.
What are the Chaplain's primary responsibilities?
The spiritual growth of the sorority and keeping it focused on the Father's plan for us. Also in charge of prayer life, devotionals, retreats, and the praise and worship time at meetings.
When and where did Sigma Phi Lambda begin?
1988 at the University of Texas at Austin
What percentage of a chapter's dues are set aside for savings?
5%
Who has the authority to amend the constitution?
Board of Directors
What is the purpose of Sigma Phi Lambda?
To provide a faith-based sisterhood where women can become rooted in community and grow in faith so that God may be glorified. This is done by providing a source of fellowship to Christian women who sincerely seek to know His person, His will, and His ways.
What are the Vice President's primary responsibilities?
Overseer of all social activities, ensuring that each social activity reflects the original purpose of Sigma Phi Lambda.
What is the name (Greek letter) of this chapter of Phi Lamb, and what year was this chapter founded?
Alpha, 1988
In order to serve on the alumnae council, someone must have:
Served in any leadership position (CG leader, appointed officer, elected officer)
What are the names of our Regional Director and Alumnae Council Members?
RD: Brenda Hafer
AC: Amanda Weaver and Alyssa Heckmann
What are the four standards that need to be met in order to be an active member of Phi Lamb?
1. Must be under the covering or seeking a church home
2. Must be actively involved in or seeking a Bible study
3. Must pay semester dues
4. Must meet her meeting and event point requirements
What are the President's primary responsibilities?
Supervisor and coordinator of all activities within and concerning the sorority, and responsible for directing the meetings. Also a figurehead and the public representative of Sigma Phi Lambda.
Name three of the five original founders of the organization
Patricia Adams Hogan, Robin Maedgen, Gina Williams Goveas, Jacqueline Goveas, and Eileen Howell Barlow
What are the four components that all chapter meetings should include?
Worship, Prayer, Devotional, Time of Business
What is our sorority verse and where is it found in the Bible?
"May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you follow Christ Jesus, so that with one heart and one mouth you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ." Romans 15:5-6