A recent Facebook post by the Southern Cultural Center, a Neo-confederate group based in Wetumpka, revealed that the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Ozark hosts monthly meetings for members in its region.
Pastor Chad Ingle confirmed to APR that he is aware of the monthly meetings taking place in his church. When asked whether he was aware of the group’s recent interest in an all-white settlement and how the SCC mission aligned with church doctrine, Ingle insisted APR come meet face-to-face at the church to discuss the matter. Ingle did not respond to multiple requests for a video call instead.
Prince of Peace is a member of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, the second-largest branch in the U.S. with about 2 million members. While it is more conservative than the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America—the largest Lutheran branch with more than 5 million members—it takes a clear stance against racism…