Letter to the Lodge Secretary *
The Order of the Arrow Handbook sets forth five challenges that an Ordeal member must meet to attending the Brotherhood Ceremony: 1.Memorize the signs of Order of the Arrow membership, including the Obligation, Admonnition, song, sign of the Ordeal, and hand clasp. 2. Advance your understanding of the Ordeal (see "Customs and Traditions of the Ordeal" in your handbook). 3. Serve your unit for a minimum of 10 months since becoming an Ordeal member. 4. Plan for your service in the lodge, including maintaining your program dues. 5. When you feel you have met the above requirements, write a letter to the lodge secretary detailing your explanation of the meaning of the Obligation, how you have worked to fulfill the Obligation, and finally, how you plan to provide future service to the lodge.