CALLING TO MINISTRY: After 15 years in business, with eight while active as a church elder, deacon, youth & young adult leader, and Chair of World Missions, I was called by God to a radical change, which meant dropping everything, attending seminary and in February of 1996, beginning life anew as a pastor.
 

MINISTRY:  Before becoming a Pastor, I have generally always worked in the areas of world missions, teaching, young adults, and male youth.  However, in all areas, I have served in ways that require the coordination of teams of volunteers.  My spiritual gifts include leadership, administration, organization, planning, encouragement, and helping others discover their gifts.
 

PERSONAL LIFE: I have been married to Rev Sandra B Mantz, the Pastor of UMC Waterbury for the past 25 years. We have three children, 23, 22, and 21. I am an Eagle Scout and have remained active in the Scouting program most of my adult life. I love the outdoors, with downhill skiing being my favorite hobby. Pastor Sandy and I love seafood (particularly lobster rolls) Italian food, ice cream, Sunday afternoon date drives and time with our three children (that is, when we can nail them down!)
 

To Contact Rev. David W. Mantz send e-mail to  dwmantz@gmail.com