This passage is a missional sandwich with rejection bread. Jesus is rejected in his hometown. Then, in verses 14-28, he is rejected by Herod, the puppet king. Right in the middle Jesus sends the twelve to proclaim the Good News throughout the region.

Mark 6:1-6

Mark 6:6-13

This passage, along with Luke 10 and Matthew 10, are key texts to understand the Missional Church.

Mark 6:14-28