Faith
Sir Mark Tully Remembered for Courage and Integrity
Faith Facts
- Sir Mark Tully shaped journalism’s integrity while serving as BBC’s chief correspondent in South Asia for over three decades.
- Tully’s reporting set a standard for truth, especially during moments of crisis such as the Bangladesh Liberation War and India’s Emergency period.
- He built deep connections with the people of India, living out his calling through humility, perseverance, and respect for all backgrounds.
Sir William Mark Tully passed away on January 25, 2026, in New Delhi at age 90, after touching countless lives through his dedication and faith-driven work in journalism.
He guided BBC’s India coverage through storms of political and social change, staying grounded in conviction and truth-telling, even in perilous situations.
“The profession was religion to him,” recalled fellow journalist Satish Jacob, describing Tully’s unwavering commitment to honesty and moral purpose.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “Saddened by the passing of Sir Mark Tully, a towering voice of journalism. His connect with India and the people of our nation was reflected in his works. His reporting and insights have left an enduring mark on public discourse.”
Raised in India and later schooled in England, Tully sought spiritual grounding from a young age and studied theology at Cambridge with hopes of priesthood before being called to news reporting.
In decades of covering India, he demonstrated the importance of perseverance, cross-cultural respect, and honoring the dignity of every soul, in line with Christian values.
Through war, political upheaval, and danger, he placed concern for people above personal safety, serving as a model for truth-seekers everywhere.
His humility and compassion were expressed in his simple lifestyle, fluency in local languages, and relationships with neighbors and colleagues.
Let us honor Sir Mark Tully’s remarkable legacy by striving for truth, integrity, and love of neighbor in our own lives, echoing the virtues we are called to as people of faith and freedom.
Faith Facts
- Chris Tomlin led thousands in worship at the AWAKE Houston event on September 19
- The gathering filled the Smart Financial Centre with beloved contemporary Christian anthems
- Believers came together to honor Jesus Christ through music and unified prayer
Chris Tomlin stood before a packed house at the Smart Financial Centre in Houston, leading thousands of worshipers in an hour-long celebration of praise and adoration.
The worship leader guided the congregation through some of the most recognizable anthems in contemporary Christian music, creating an atmosphere of reverence and unity.
“We honor You” echoed throughout the venue as believers lifted their voices in one accord, setting aside the concerns of the world to focus on the majesty of Jesus Christ.
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Faith Facts
- David Henrie publicly shared how his decision to follow Christ led to the loss of his former inner circle.
- Henrie credited his Catholic faith with providing new purpose and new friendships after the transition.
- The actor reflected on the spiritual convictions that prompted his return to the Catholic Church.
Actor David Henrie is speaking candidly about the personal cost of his Christian conversion in an industry often hostile to traditional faith.
The former Disney star said he “lost everyone” in his inner circle after embracing Christ.
“I lost everyone.”
Henrie explained that the decision to live openly as a believer forced him to rebuild relationships from the ground up.
He has since formed new friendships grounded in shared faith and values.
“I made new friends.”
Henrie also reflected on the deeper spiritual questions that led him back to the Catholic Church.
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Faith Facts
- At least one Christian was killed every 86 minutes in Nigeria from January through early September.
- Most victims lived in regions that receive little attention from Nigerian or U.S. security planners.
- The data comes from a U.S.-based aid agency tracking ongoing violence against believers.
Christians in Nigeria continue to face relentless violence that shows little sign of slowing. A new report from a U.S.-based aid agency documents the grim pace of persecution, with at least one believer killed every 86 minutes between January 1 and September 8. The numbers paint a stark picture of targeted attacks that have claimed the lives of faithful men and women across the nation.
Many of the killings occurred in areas that rarely receive priority attention from either Nigerian officials or American security planners. This lack of focus leaves communities vulnerable and allows violence to continue unchecked. The report underscores how strategic neglect can have deadly consequences for those simply trying to live out their faith.
The findings serve as a sobering reminder that Christians remain among the most persecuted religious groups worldwide. In Nigeria, the pattern of violence often targets believers in rural and semi-rural regions where government presence is thin and security forces are stretched thin. Families are left to mourn loved ones while the international community struggles to respond effectively.
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