Fashion Quiz

Hi Guys, thanks for the encouraging comments. Thought you might like to do the quiz so here it is.

FASHION QUIZ

1. Where are you most likely to browse for clothes online?

A www. Selfridges

B www. Top shop

C www. Fairtrade cotton

D www. Ebay

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2. Where would you really like to buy your shoes from?

A Prada

B River Island

C Clarks

D Quite happy with the local charity Shop

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3. Where would be your favourite shopping destination?

A Designer Outlet Village

B Large Shopping Centre

C Local High Street

D Supermarket

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4. What are your most important criteria when buying clothes?

A Who is the designer?

B What is the price?

C Is it organic or fairtrade?

D Will anyone else have it?

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5. Who is you style icon?

A Victoria Beckham for her up-to-the-minute- fashion choices

B Fearne Cotton for her high-street saviness

C Stella McCartney for her ability to stay chic and not compromise her vegetarian beliefs

D Amanda Holden for her mix of vintage and retro styles

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6. When buying T-shirts what do you look for?

A Luxurious fabric

B A multi-buy offer

C Organic cotton

D A slogan that epitomizes you

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7. Which brand are you most likely to go to for your beauty products?

A Chanel or Rimmel

B Olay or Garnier

C Body Shop

D The one that’s on offer

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8. What would be your ideal party dress?

A A red carpet worthy Versace gown

B A sparkly Miss Selfridge number

C A chic but sensible mini dress

D A 1950s prom dress

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9. Which would be your ideal handbag?

A A designer bag with a large logo to show off

B A sensible sized High Street number with lots of compartments

C A reusable shopping bag

D A 1920s clutch bag

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10. Where are your favourite shopping haunts?

A Boutiques

B Shopping Centres

C Charity Shops

D Flea markets

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RESULTS:

Mostly A’s

DESIGNER DIVA

Image is all important. You know what you want and you buy it, regardless of the price. Wearing the right label gives you confidence in your image. You would love to rub shoulders with the rich and famous. You watch award ceremonies and read high fashion magazines just to see what celebrities are wearing.

Mostly B’s

HIGH STREET HONEY

You are sensible, but chic. You love to mooch around shops. Even if you don’t buy anything the shopping experience is one you love. You visit lots of different shops looking for clothes that are reasonably priced. You love a bargain. It doesn’t matter if what you wear is not unique, if you are comfortable in it that’s all that matters.

Mostly C’s

GREEN GODDESS

You are a highly responsible person, passionate about saving the planet and fair trade. This is reflected in your shopping choices. You are interested in where fabrics come from and do not mind paying a bit more to be sure no one was exploited in making your clothes. You are into recycling, shopping locally and believe second hand is good. You love to find a bargain in a Charity Shop.

Mostly D’s

VINTAGE REVAMP

You are individualistic. You have an era and a look you like and buy to dress accordingly. You are not into high fashion and labels, but you do like to look good. You love to find a bargain in a Charity Shop. On special occasions you want to stand out from the crowd, and would be very upset if someone had the same outfit as you.

The Numbers Game

I was quite disappointed with the number of people who (didn't) turn up to the first coffee evening. My church planting background has taught me to take risks but also that success is measured in the number of people who come through the doors. But then I started the reflect through the eyes of all I had learned and experienced of emerging church. That it's not about numbers and bums on seats any more. That was quite liberating! Armed with new criteria I reflected on the conversations, the fun doing the quiz, the sharing of similar experiences of the three that did stay for a coffee. The connection I was hoping for was there. I need patience look beyond the need for results, let friendships grow and conversation emerge. Without denominational or self-imposed pressures for results, what's the hurry?

What is theological reflection?

I think this might be one of my first tasks - to have a working definition of 'theological reflection'. I know its something to do with how theology and practice interact with each other, and I know there are various methods people use to do it, but I am still left puzzled where to start. Can anyone help?

I have a couple of starting points. James Hug (Article on theological reflection www.jctr.org.zm/bulletins/theo-reflect) says - my summary;
Theological reflection
- Begins with action - suffering, working, struggling, building etc
- Is born out of experience
- Moves from experience to story telling, looking for patterns and trends
- Throws the light of faith on reality to gain understanding, insight and motivation
- Moves toward informed action

I like the idea of a pastoral cycle, as we reflect it informs future action. There are some good examples around, and I think I shall use this as my model.

I have also found John Swinton of Aberdeen University helpful. I heard him speak a while ago. In his article 'Listening to Hidden Voices' (www.biapt.org.uk/tr5) he says we need
' Critical reflection on practices of church as they interact with practices of the world with a view to ensuring faithful participation in the continuing mission of the Triune God'