Ratigan-Schottler Manufacturing

06/16/2026

Thank you to Clark Architects Collaborative 3 for spending time with us in the shop and for the kind words.

Projects like the renovation of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Beatrice are a reminder of what makes our work meaningful. Long before the finish is applied and the furniture is installed, there are countless hours of design coordination, engineering, material selection, and craftsmanship that happen behind the scenes.

It was a pleasure to share the progress with your team and discuss the details that will help ensure the new pews serve the parish for generations to come.

One of the advantages of manufacturing in the heart of Nebraska is the opportunity to welcome architects, designers, clergy, and owners directly into the process. We believe the best projects are built through collaboration, transparency, and shared commitment to quality.

We appreciate the trust that St. Joseph and Clark Architects Collaborative have placed in our team and look forward to seeing this beautiful renovation come together.

06/15/2026

Thanks to Columbia County Justice Center for trusting us with this important project in Evans, GA. We had the opportunity to craft custom PB-95 benches featuring custom COL-52 ends, designed to provide lasting durability and complement the space’s architectural character. We were also pleased to work alongside the project team, including the general contractor, RW Allen Construction, to help ensure a successful installation. Projects like these showcase the value of collaboration, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to contribute to a space that will serve its community for years to come.

https://ratiganschottler.com/evans-ga-columbia-county-justice-center/?preview_id=1517&preview_nonce=8546da29bb&preview=true

06/09/2026

A wonderful tribute to the impact this church has on those who worship in Elkhorn, Nebraska.

RDG Planning & Design are true professionals, both in their craft and in the way they build and manage relationships with project partners.

We are honored to contribute the chapel seating and custom furnishings for this space.

A look into the design and finished space at St. Patrick Catholic C...

06/08/2026

Thanks to Cure of Ars Catholic Church for trusting us with their space! This project in Leawood, KS featured custom PB-60 pews with upholstered seats, CE-13 pew ends with engraved crosses, matching frontal screens, and integrated book racks and Aluma-Kneel kneelers. Every element was designed to complement the church's worship environment while providing lasting comfort and durability for the parish community. We’re grateful for the opportunity to contribute to a space that will serve generations of worshippers for years to come.

https://ratiganschottler.com/leawood-kansas-cure-of-ars-catholic-church/

06/01/2026

Thanks to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church for trusting us with this sanctuary seating project in New Hope, MN. This installation featured our PB-60 pews with upholstered seats and wood backs, along with matching SC-II's designed to blend seamlessly with the pew seating. Additional SC-II's in the balcony helped create a cohesive look throughout the worship space while providing flexibility for the congregation's needs. We’re grateful for the opportunity to contribute to a worship environment that combines comfort, functionality, and lasting craftsmanship for years to come.

https://ratiganschottler.com/new-hope-mn-holy-trinity-lutheran-church/

05/31/2026

Big or small, we do them all.

A custom pew end design, long runs of solid oak pews, and matching frontal screens came together to create a cohesive look throughout this beautiful space.

One of our favorite projects and worth sharing again. Thanks to everyone involved.

05/28/2026

We call it “pew swimming” - our installers gliding under the pews on a low profile cart, making every anchor perfect.

And yes, as part of our best practices, they say, “That’s not going anywhere,” after each bolt.

Thanks to Hilti for helping keep our pews grounded. We use your products because our W-2 installation teams trust them in the field.

05/23/2026

This Memorial Day weekend, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

May we never take their sacrifice for granted. We are grateful for the freedoms their service made possible.

Praying for peace, gratitude, and comfort for the families who carry their legacy forward every day.

From all of us at Ratigan-Schottler Manufacturing, thank you.

05/15/2026

Thanks to Capstone Academy for trusting us with this unique and meaningful project in Fargo, ND. This work included custom PB-95 chapel pews with custom pew ends, a matching ambo, and a variety of handcrafted millwork pieces throughout the academy.

From reception desks and library furnishings to gathering tables and seating, each piece was designed to create a balance of function, durability, and craftsmanship throughout the space.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to contribute to an environment that will serve both students and staff for years to come.

https://ratiganschottler.com/fargo-nd-capstone-academy/

05/13/2026

20 years after installing the original church furniture, we were honored to return to St. Lawrence Catholic Church to fabricate the furniture for their beautiful new chapel.

This project featured custom solid oak radius pews along with a full suite of sanctuary furniture designed by our in house team. The furniture was topped with custom cut Crema Marfil marble, bringing warmth and elegance to the space.

There is something special about being invited back by a customer decades later. Thank you to St. Lawrence for the continued trust in our team and craftsmanship.

Kevin Price Construction made collaboration easy and clearly values relationships. Thank you to their team as well!

Beautiful space by Smith Boland Architects!