Boy Scouts of America® Crossroads of the West Council

Ever since the inception of the Order of the Arrow in 1915, it was intended that all members should be equal in rank. Brotherhood membership does not provide a specific degree of rank, status, or special honor like that of the Vigil Honor. The Brotherhood is an opportunity for members to reaffirm their belief in the high purposes of the Order. The ceremony is intended as a source of inspiration that motivates brothers to give even greater service to Scouting.

Eligibility for the Brotherhood

An Ordeal member may become a Brotherhood member when he has completed the five Challenges of Brotherhood Membership:

1. Memorize the signs of OA Membership
2. Advance in your understanding of the Ordeal
   1. The four-principal characters of the Ordeal Ceremony
   2.  The four tests of the Ordeal
   3. The Arrow (as a symbol of leadership)
   4. The True Name of the Order of the Arrow
3. Serve Your Unit.  Retain your registration in Scouting. During a period of at least 6 months, continue and expand service to ones own Troop, Crew, or Ship.
4. Plan for Service in your Lodge.  Keep your lodge dues current and participate in the Lodge.
5. Review Your Progress.  When you earnestly feel that you have met the four challenges above, write a letter to the Lodge Secretary.

Request a Brotherhood study guide:

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To complete your Brotherhood letter and pay for your brotherhood sash:

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Register for a Brotherhood Ceremony

When the five challenges have been completed, the Ordeal Member should present himself at the requested time, as a candidate for Brotherhood Membership. This may be done at any Ammatdiio lodge fellowship or activity offering Brotherhood conversion (usually done at an induction ceremony)