Canon Mark oversees the ongoing, operational aspects of diocesan ministry including the diocesan administrative staff, diocesan boards, Evans House, finances, insurance, investment funds, and risk management. He serves as the Bishop’s liaison to diocesan institutions. He consults with clergy and local congregations on administrative, financial, and property-related matters. Canon Mark also serves as Secretary of the Diocese assisting both the Annual Convention and the Diocesan Executive Board. He is particularly interested in applying technology for the sake of missional and administrative advancement. He is married to Siobhan Byrns who teaches photography and fine arts at the University of Lynchburg. Together with their two daughters, they enjoy hikes, gallery openings, trips to the playground, princesses, and Team Spidey.