Instructors

Andy Odle

Executive Director

Under Andy’s leadership, REMERGE has become an innovative leader in building communities of dignity, imagination and inclusion. Andy earned his M.Div from Anderson University School of Theology and his PhD in theological ethics from King’s College, University of Aberdeen (Scotland). Andy is the editor and a contributor to the book Joining Lives: A Primer in the Ministry of Reconciliation (Eugene: Cascade Books, 2017). Andy serves on the board of directors for the Georgia Fellowship of the Church of God (Anderson) and is an adjunct professor at Anderson University School of Theology and Ministry.

Nathan Penner

Director of The Remerge Institute

Nathan is bringing his decade of experience working with nonprofits across the US, Africa and Asia along with his PhD in Inter-cultural Studies to launch the Remerge Institute for Communities of Peace. He is passionate about building community and bringing people together to facilitate deeper learning and understanding.