Our Team

  • Nick Ristow

    Lead Pastor

    Nick started as the Lead Pastor of Gallatin Valley Church in September of 2018. Prior to coming here, he had spent the last 20 years serving in various youth and young adult ministry roles. He loves the Word of God and having the opportunity to preach and teach. He passionately desire for people to know that they are loved by God! Nick has been married to his incredible wife, Katie, since 2003 and they have 3 amazing kids together.

    Nick graduated from Simpson University with a B.A. in Youth Ministry in 2005, and from A.W. Tozer Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity in 2012.

  • Ben McEntee

    Associate Pastor

    Ben leads the Children's and Youth Ministry here at Gallatin Valley Church. He has been serving in youth ministry for over a decade and has a passion to teach, train, and disciple children, students, young adults, and families. Ben is married to his wonderful wife, Danielle, and they have 3 beautiful daughters together!

  • Annie Bos

    Administrative Assistant

    Annie grew up in Montana and enjoys raising her 3 kids on their farm with her husband, Shawn. She has fun at her kid's events, traveling, baking, and spending time with family and friends.

    She began in 2017 and is honored to serve and be a part of Gallatin Valley Church.

  • Josh Kaltenbach

    Worship Director

    Josh started serving at Gallatin Valley Church in 2022. He has worked as a audio engineer for many years, and has served various churches in Worship, Tech, and Youth/Young Adults ministry. Josh and his wife, Aimee, have 1 incredible son together.

  • Cooper Murdock

    Youth and Kids Assistant Director

    Cooper grew up in the Gallatin valley. He started as the children's and youth intern in the spring of 2022 and then came on staff in spring 2023. He is passionate about coming alongside parents to help cultivate a vibrant faith in the lives of children and youth and giving them a strong foundation of the Word of God and His love.

    Cooper is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys fishing, hiking, and hunting with traditional archery gear.