Meet Parishioners Tim and Kathie Herr: Setting a Strong Example of Service to God and Parish

Tim and Kathie Herr have been members of St. Mark since it was established as a parish in 1995. Tim and Kathie consider themselves one of the original parish families. They were both born and raised Catholic, and come from big families. They now have four children of their own and eight wonderful grandchildren Their involvement in the parish stems largely from a desire to set a good example.

“We want to set a good example — for our kids and grandkids, and also for other people and other parishioners,” Tim says. “We’ve had the opportunity to learn from other people who are quite involved and generous, and we want to help pass on that example.”

Tim and Kathie are involved in the parish in several ways including Knights of Columbus, Bible studies, the Welcome Committee, and as Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion.

“Our motto is, the more we give to the Church, the more we will get back,” Kathie says.

Coming from large Catholic families, Tim and Kathie both recall the many people who inspired them along their faith journey. For Kathie, it was her grandmother and her mother. Her grandmother was always very devout and attended daily Mass. And her mother, who raised 10 children, showed Kathie how to serve her family.

“The whole congregation of St. Mark has many talented people,” Tim says. “We are blessed with great readers and good, above-average Catholic Americans. And of course, my wife, Kathie. She is my guiding light. I would not do what I do, if not for her.”

The Herrs believe that an active parish life can lead to a thriving spiritual life. One of their favorite aspects of their faith is going to Mass and getting to see and talk to other like-minded Catholics. Tim and Kathie believe the more you get involved with other parishioners, especially through Bible studies, the more you want to educate yourself about the faith.

Tim and Kathie are very excited about the building of the new church. They feel that this is the parish children’s future — not just their kids and grandkids, but all future generations of St. Mark Parish. That is why they have donated, and it is why they hope that every member of the parish will help financially if they are able.

Tim encourages everyone to prayerfully consider being part of at least one ministry and being a part of the building for the future of our new church.

Tim and Kathie Herr celebrate the Baptism of three of their grandchildren.