April 2018 news

4 Comments

1. Jacob H. Fries

   April 24, 2018 at 5:49 pm ·

   I walked into the shop a few weeks ago in a positive mood with a big smile on my face, announced to what looked like a sweet young thing behind the counter that I was in the mood for a cup of Joe, but before my twinkly toes took another step she said “it costs.” I wasn’t sure I heard her right, asked her to repeat herself and she said again, “it costs.” I said “I’ve got 500 bucks cash on me.” Which I really did, and knowing that the profits benefit City Gate, I was anxious to contribute towards Pastor John and Shirley’s ministry because I had a life awakening experience there in the not so distant past. The young lady just stared at me. I said “well, I guess you don’t like the way I look,” and admittedly, I DON”T look like most of the clientele around second and Madison. I felt like those two brothers that got hassled at Starbucks recently, so I turned around and left. In the future I’ll just drop stuff off at 170 S. Madison. God Bless!!

   • John Kittel

     December 5, 2018 at 8:02 pm ·

     We apologize for the length of time that it took to respond to your message. And also for the service, or lack thereof, that you received at Ruthies back in April. We have completely reworked the operation of the coffee shop and are confident that your next visit, should you choose to come in, will be more positive. Thank you for your continued support of The City Gate.

     • Jacob Fries

       October 16, 2019 at 4:19 pm ·

       I am Jacob H. Fries, and the above comment is NOT from me. Sincerely, Jacob H. Fries, jacobf@inlander.com

       • John Kittel

         January 21, 2021 at 4:13 pm ·

         Thank you for clarifying