The Catechist's Husband

02/19/2026

The Pin Map is finally on my website and in stock. This is an introductory price and may change in a few months based on feedback.

Land of Israel Pin Map with rack. All 3 pin maps per the CGS manual. Individual maps for Regions, Cities, and Geographical features (bodies of water, mountains, other features). Holes are 1/8" diameter. 1/8" wooden dowels are included. You can also use 1/8" magnets in the holes. Wood is 1/4" Baltic....

02/12/2026

Just looked at FB memories and saw that 15 years ago today, I had my first CGS sale.

01/12/2026

Well, it's been a few years, but inflation is finally catching up to me (and running me over). I've been trying to avoid it, but I'm finally going to have to adjust my pricing. I've been looking at my costs and everything from wood to hinges, to shipping has gone up. A bunch. Moving to a larger dedicated shop is allowing me to scale some things up and hopefully save some money and build a larger inventory, but the shop also has a cost.

So, I've trying to let everyone have a little notice, but at the end of the month/ first of Feb, I'm going to be adjusting my pricing. Right now, it looks like it will be about 5-7% increases. Anything ordered before then will avoid the price increase.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me directly.

Don

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12/12/2025

I am finally adding the Israel Pin Map to my website. It has the outline cut with a small bit on my CNC machine and will come with a case to hold the maps.

Right now, I'm cutting 1/8" holes. That works for small dowels or bamboo skewers. It is also the size of small magnets if you want to go that way. Does anyone thing it should have a different size hole? Should I also offer it without any holes?

The photo below is a map with all of the holes cut. The set will come with 3 seperate maps as shown in the matetials manual.

It should be on the website by the end of the month.

Edit: I was also asked about making it lighter, so Its made out of 1/4" baltic birch.

04/21/2025

Along with the entire world, we mourn the passing of Pope Francis, and as we proclaim our hope in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, we pray that the angels may lead Pope Francis into paradise, that the saints and martyrs welcome him, and that God grant him peace. https://conta.cc/3EDARII

08/18/2024

The Montessori-inspired catechesis for young children founded by Sofia Cavalletti is celebrating 70 years since its founding.

07/23/2024

We are excited to announce that The Catechist's Husband will be exhibiting at Between Memory and Hope 40 Years of CGSUSA on Aug 22 - 25, 2024. 🎉🎉 Like or comment if you’ll be there! - via Event Platform

06/21/2024

Be sure and sign up before it fills up or time runs out. I'm looking forward to meeting some of you there!!

https://www.cgsusa.org/118/

04/15/2024

I will be out of town from May 1- 15. Any orders placed during this time will be shipped once I return. If you need something rushed, please order before then or contact me directly via email. I will have limited computer access.

03/08/2024

I look forward to seeing some of you there!!

Save the date to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of CGSUSA from August 22-25, 2024 both in person and online. More information and registration coming soon!

This is a CGSUSA Membership Only Event.

As we come to the 70th Anniversary of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd and the 40th Anniversary of The United States Association of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd we ask: In light of the importance of these years, how can we best praise God for the gift of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd? How can we remember, celebrate, and hope for the future together?

As we gather in person and online we seek to give praise, to remember, celebrate, and hope for the future in memory and hope. In our three days we will remember our legacy, celebrate our present work and hope for our future as we celebrate this “friendship of catechists” our association is founded on. Limited space available for both virtual and in person event.