11/25/2025
✨ Happy 80th Birthday, Ruth Ann! ✨
We were honoured to hold Ruth Ann’s 80th birthday celebration at The Bell Tower this weekend. Ruth Ann and her family shared such meaningful stories that brought St. Jude’s history to life — and reminded us how deeply connected this space is to the community.
Ruth Ann was a member of the St. Jude’s congregation from childhood until it closed, alongside her mother, who was also an active member. She spent many Sundays here attending — and later teaching — Sunday school in the back room.
This is also where she married her husband, and where her children later attended Sunday school in the ’70s. They also fondly remember the many church bazaars held in the back room.
Holding her milestone birthday felt like welcoming home a piece of the building’s own story. Thank you to Ruth Ann and her family for celebrating with us — and for reminding us just how special this place truly is. 💛