This video features an interview with Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri, who was recently freed by Chinese authorities after being detained last October. Pastor Jin’s arrest was part of a wider campaign by the Chinese Communist Party targeting Christians who worship outside the state-approved church system. With an estimated 80 million Christians in China, the government only allows religious activities within officially sanctioned churches. Pastor Jin shares his experience of arrest and detention, which he attributes to his refusal to follow governmental restrictions on religious practice.
The interview also includes insights from Pastor Jin’s daughter, Grace, who recounts the fear and uncertainty her family faced during his imprisonment. Their story exposes the harsh realities of religious persecution in China and the broader crackdown on faith communities. Although Pastor Jin’s release, influenced by international pressure, is notable, it remains an exception amid ongoing repression. The video underscores the importance of global efforts to support religious freedom and human rights for those still detained for their beliefs.