St. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church

Pope Leo XIV appears on the balcony above Saint Peter’s Basilica Square when he was first introduced as the newly elected Pope. Millions watched this event on television and thousands attended in person on the evening he was elected, including Wayne and Lee Ann Freytag. The Freytags along with members of the Victoria Diocese as well as Bishop Brendan Cahill attended the event. The photo was taken by Wayne Freytag

Pope Leo XIV appears on the balcony above Saint Peter’s Basilica Square when he was first introduced as the newly elected Pope. Millions watched this event on television and thousands attended in person on the evening he was elected, including Wayne and Lee Ann Freytag. The Freytags along with members of the Victoria Diocese as well as Bishop Brendan Cahill attended the event. The photo was taken by Wayne Freytag

Freytags experience the unveiling of Pope Leo XIV

Jimmy Appelt
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
When a Cardinal in the Catholic Church is elected Pope, it is usually a position held for life and is an event that doesn’t take place very often for the world to see.

Dubina picnic set for Sunday July 7

Jimmy Appelt
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Saints Cyril and Methodius Church of Dubina will celebrate its 168th annual picnic, Sunday, July 7.The day will begin with a polka Mass at 9 a.m. and will be followed by a lunch consisting of “Dubina Style” fried chicken and sausage along with trimmings for $13 per plate.Serving will begin at 11 a.
Photo by Bobby Horecka

Photo by Bobby Horecka

From the Bulletin: Shiner Catholic Church

News Staff
Saturday, March 18, 2023
Altar Society holding bake sale in Shiner this weekend The annual Shiner Altar Society bake sale will be held in front of Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church in Shiner after each mass this weekend. Your support is greatly appreciated!
Deacon Michael Morkovsky helps us display a sampling of the many fine wares in Sunday’s noon auction, including hand stitched quilts, Shiner beer collectibles, antiques, furniture and all sorts of other great items. Head over to the Shiner KC Park, 102 S. Ave. G, for a whole day of fun. See you there! 

Deacon Michael Morkovsky helps us display a sampling of the many fine wares in Sunday’s noon auction, including hand stitched quilts, Shiner beer collectibles, antiques, furniture and all sorts of other great items. Head over to the Shiner KC Park, 102 S. Ave. G, for a whole day of fun. See you there! 

Shiner Catholic Church Fall Picnic kicks off Sunday

Bobby Horecka
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
No instrument more clearly defines German and Czech music than the tuba, and if you want to play in Shiner, you better have a tuba in the band — especially if you’re headed for the 101st annual Shiner Catholic Church Fall Picnic on Sunday, Sept. 4.
The Tuba Meisters Band kicks things off at 11 a.m. inside the air-conditioned main hall at the 101st annual Shiner Catholic Church Fall Picnic on Sunday, Sept. 4.

The Tuba Meisters Band kicks things off at 11 a.m. inside the air-conditioned main hall at the 101st annual Shiner Catholic Church Fall Picnic on Sunday, Sept. 4.

Everybody's familiar with tuba, right?

Bobby Horecka
Saturday, August 27, 2022
No instrument is more identified with German and Czech music than the tuba, and if want to hear some of those horns at their finest, you won't want to miss The TubaMeisters take the stage at 11 a.m.
Elementary students present flowers to the high school students at Shiner Catholic School at the May crowning ceremony.

Elementary students present flowers to the high school students at Shiner Catholic School at the May crowning ceremony.

Shiner Catholic School celebrates May Crowning

News Staff
Thursday, May 12, 2022
Shiner Catholic School students bring flowers to the front of church last week during their weekly student mass to honor Mary, in a simple ceremony known as the May Crowning.
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