Refocusing on Mission: Diocesan Gatherings with Bishop Mark Lawrence The first priority of the Church is always proclamation of the Good News of Jesus Christ; in all the manifold ways the Body of Christ accomplishes that task together. There are many obstacles, however, that can disrupt the mission of the Church and distract us from our primary task.  These events drain away our energy and negatively impact our missionary effectiveness. Bishop Mark Lawrence will be leading gatherings at five locations…