04 February 2026

China’s Underground Catholics Are Growing Despite Pressure

From Magical Relindis. Pray for the Church in China!


China’s underground Catholics are growing despite pressure from the government, and this quiet expansion is reshaping the future of Christianity in China. In this video, we explore how China’s underground Catholics are growing despite pressure, surveillance, and strict religious regulations. Despite arrests, church closures, and constant monitoring, underground Catholic communities in China continue to grow in faith, numbers, and resilience. From secret worship gatherings to unwavering belief, this video uncovers why China’s underground Catholics are growing despite pressure and what this means for religious freedom in the country. We’ll look at the challenges faced by underground churches, the role of faith under persecution, and how believers navigate life between loyalty to the Vatican and government-controlled churches. This story reveals the strength of underground Catholicism in China and why its growth cannot be easily stopped.

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