Arrested for Worship on Zoom? China Detains House Church Pastors

One of China’s largest independent Protestant house church networks faces a major crackdown after the Zion Church founder is arrested and charged for allegedly “illegally using information networks” tied to online sermons and worship on Zoom. Hear the family’s plea, learn how the underground church grew after being banned, and see why U.S. leaders are being urged to press China on religious freedom—while believers cling to hope, prayer, and Luke 18:27. CLICK to learn more about CBN ministries: https://go.cbn.com/ufTEB Stream more exclusive CBN content on CBN Family! https://go.cbn.com/ufTBz 00:00 Meet the pastor behind a growing house church network 00:08 CCP attention + the crackdown begins 00:19 “30 police officers” — the arrest details 01:15 The charges: online sermons & Zoom worship called “illegal” 02:02 Family appeals to U.S. leaders + Christmas card campaign 02:33 Zion Church growth: banned → underground network expands 03:24 U.S. response: Senate action + State Department attention 03:56 Inside prison: faith, encouragement, and Luke 18:27 #PersecutedChurch #China #ReligiousFreedom #HouseChurch #CBNNews #ChristianNews #PrayForChina #FaithUnderFire