Pastor Jin Returns After China Detention | Bangor News

Bangor News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 6, 2026 · 1m

Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri, a leader of the underground Zion Church detained in China, has returned to Los Angeles to reunite with his family — a surprise release reportedly influenced by a high-level conversation between Trump and Xi Jinping. The family credits both leaders for his freedom, hoping it signals a turning point for religious liberty in China and U.S.-China relations. Jin, one of 17 church leaders arrested last fall, founded Zion to uphold free worship under God’s sole leadership — a vision shared by millions of Christians worldwide. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…