Kinmen, Taiwan: Falun Dafa Practitioners Thank Master While Celebrating Falun Dafa Day

(Minghui.org) Every year, Falun Dafa practitioners celebrate World Falun Dafa Day on May 13, which is also Mr. Li Hongzhi’s (the founder of Falun Dafa) birthday. On May 12, Falun Dafa practitioners in Kinmen, a county consisting of a group of islands, gathered in front of Juguang Tower, a local tourist attraction, to perform the Falun Dafa exercises together. They recorded a video of the event to wish Master Li a happy birthday.

On May 12, 2025, Falun Dafa practitioners in Kinmen conjoined their hands in front of their chests to express their gratitude as they wished Master Li a happy birthday.

Video: Falun Dafa practitioners said aloud, “We wish Master a Happy Birthday!Falun Dafa is good, Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance is good!”

Falun Dafa practitioners hold an exercise session in front of Juguang Tower to celebrate World Falun Dafa Day.

The practitioners shared experiences about cultivating their character. They talked about how they regained their health and established correct life views through the teachings of Falun Dafa. They said that in the future, they will continue to inform others about Falun Dafa and the ongoing persecution of their faith in China.

Wish to Help More People Understand Falun Dafa

Shumei is a Falun Dafa practitioner in her 70s. Her voice is soft and comforting, and she often speaks with tourists from China at a local tourist spot. On May 12, a group of Chinese tourists watched the practitioners as they exercised near Juguang Tower. One of them said to Shumei, “Taiwan is such a good place; it has freedom and democracy. It’s dangerous in China, and if you are not careful, your organs could be stolen.”

Shumei suggested that the person quit the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and its affiliated organizations to ensure his safety. She also told him that he would be blessed if he sincerely recited the phrases, “Falun Dafa is good” and “Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance is good.” The person gladly said the words and thanked her.

Sometimes, tourists believed the CCP’s lies that defamed Falun Dafa and spoke to Shumei with a negative attitude. No matter the situation, she consistently treats people with kindness. She always feels that Master is protecting and encouraging her during these times. To express her gratitude to Master for his grace, she vowed to do her best to help more people understand the facts behind the persecution of Falun Dafa.

Thanking Master for His Compassionate Salvation

Hui purchased a pre-sale house in Kinmen and got to know the builder, Chu. Chu invited Hui to exercise and study Falun Dafa with her. Hui thought, “Chu has built so many apartments; why does she still need to study? To study what?” Being curious about the practice, Hui agreed. She went with Chu to study Zhuan Falun with a group of practitioners. The atmosphere was calm and soothing, which impressed her.

Hui said, “After practicing Falun Dafa, I became healthier. However, over time, I started to slack off in the practice. But Master didn’t give up on me. He often reminded me to be diligent through the voices of other practitioners or unintentional events, and had me participate in Fa study or other activities. When I lost my way, someone would show up and help me figure things out. I could feel that Master was by my side at all times.”

She is very grateful to Master for his efforts to save her. While wishing Master Li a happy birthday, Hui said, “I hope I can make progress more quickly in the future and assimilate to the teachings in order to cultivate myself well.”

Finally Finding a Righteous Way After Years of Searching

For years before she became a practitioner, Dongmei had been searching for a cultivation way. “I searched everywhere but didn’t know which one was good. Because I have learned so many different ways, bad things stayed in my body. I became sick, and my legs became swollen. I even went to Taiwan to see doctors. However, my landlord recommended Falun Dafa to me. After doing the exercises for a while, all my illnesses went away.”

After witnessing the amazing healing power of Falun Dafa, Dongmei became a diligent practitioner. She returned to Kinmen and shared the truth about Falun Dafa with everyone she encountered.

As Falun Dafa Day was approaching, Dongmei wished Master Li a happy birthday. “I thank Master for saving my life,” she said. “I will fulfill my vows to help Master awaken more people.”

Gaining a New Lease on Life

Yishuan works for the government. In a national financial meeting held in Kinmen in 2003, she met Shu, another government worker, and they had a meaningful conversation. Shu gave her a copy of Zhuan Falun, and Yishuan has been a practitioner ever since.

Before she learned Falun Dafa, Yishuan had a tumor surgically removed from her abdomen. The ailment impacted her already difficult life, and she worried that the tumor would return.

She bought additional books and videos to practice Falun Dafa at home. “I knew how to face my ailment after I learned the teachings. All I have to do is follow the principles of Falun Dafa in everything I do and improve my character. Master will take care of the rest. Knowing this allows me to feel calm and peaceful,” she said.

“It has been over 20 years, and I am healthy. This alone is enough to prove Falun Dafa’s mighty power of healing and fitness.”

Yishuan also talked about exercising with other practitioners at a local scenic spot. “Sometimes I had arguments with family or friends, and I liked to come here to exercise with others. I could feel the pure energy, and I had no random thoughts, which felt great. Doing this also lets more people see Falun Dafa. Sometimes, I came across Chinese tourists, and I would clarify the truth to them. So, I like to come here to exercise.”

Yishuan always did her best to provide as many details as possible when talking with Chinese tourists, who might not always be friendly or receptive.

She thanked Master for saving her life. “I will continue to come here to talk with people about Falun Dafa so that more people can learn about this wonderful practice,” she said.