<![CDATA[Abstract - The ongoing crisis of democracy in contemporary Indonesia is marked by the weakening of the rule of law, the prevalence of political oligarchy, and the declining public trust in state institutions. The nationwide demonstrations of 2025, protests against parliamentary allowances, and the growing social polarization fueled by digital disinformation illustrate the fragility of democratic foundations. In this context, the church is confronted with a prophetic calling not merely as a religious institution, but also as a moral and social agent that proclaims truth, upholds justice, and defends the marginalized. This article seeks to reassess the prophetic voice of the church amid the democratic crisis through a qualitative approach based on literature review and critical discourse analysis. The findings reveal that the prophetic voice of the church must go beyond pulpit rhetoric and be embodied in concrete practices: pastoral accompaniment for congregations, social solidarity with civil society, advocacy in public policy, and the strategic use of digital media to counter hoaxes and misinformation. Furthermore, the church is called to foster interfaith dialogue, strengthen the political literacy of its members, and prioritize the ethics of justice in public engagement. The study concludes that the church’s prophetic voice remains relevant only when it bridges faith and socio-political praxis, thereby enabling the church to make a tangible contribution to the restoration of democracy in Indonesia. Thus, the church is present not only as the guardian of faith but also as a prophetic voice bringing hope and transformation to the nation.]]>
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