Meet our Staff
Nate Chapman - Lead Pastor
Nate Chapman serves as the Lead Pastor of Riverdale Church, overseeing all staff and ministries. Nate has a Master’s Degree in Theology, Bachelor’s Degrees in Biblical Studies and Pastoral Ministries, and is an ordained pastor with the Assemblies of God. He and his wife, Kylie, along with their son and Pippa (Dog) love family walks. He also will gladly challenge you to a game of pickleball!
Scott Wilcox - Executive/Kids Pastor
Scott Wilcox joined the Riverdale leadership team in 2011 as the Pastor of Kids Ministry. Pastor Scott was born and raised in Wisconsin, in a town known as the bicycle capital of the world. He is also married to his wife, Jody, and has 3 kids - Alexis, Gracie, and Caleb.
Kyle Besch - Youth Pastor
Kyle Besch joined the Riverdale leadership team in 2016 as the pastor of student ministry. Pastor Kyle was born and raised in Rochester, Minnesota. He is married to his wife, Makayla. They welcomed their daughter Willa in 2023.
Cindy Chastanet - Marriage Pastor
Cindy Chastanet joined the Riverdale Church leadership team in 2014 as the Pastor of Marriage Ministry. Pastor Cindy grew up in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Pastor Cindy and her husband Henri have raised five children and have over 10 grandchildren.
Christy Engelhart - Connections Pastor
Christy Engelhart joined the Riverdale Church leadership team in 2019 as the Pastor of Connections. Pastor Christy is originally from Mankato, Minnesota. She is married to her husband, Chad, and they have 3 kids - Caleb, Evan, and Adelyn.
Nate and Sarah Englar - Worship Directors
Nate and Sarah Englar joined Riverdale leadership in 2021 as the Worship Directors. They both grew up in Minnesota and love raising their 5 children - Bowden, Caven, Lexon, Eden and Ember.