Ray Simms has a lasting interest in all things science. His earliest hobby was astronomy. He holds a Batchelor's degree in Earth Science and an M.Ed. in Science Education from Mercer University. He especially enjoys mineralogy and fossils. He recently found a fist-sized rugose coral assemblage from the ordovician in his back yard.

He ponders the impact of technology on the development of humanity, not only in the material realm, but also the effect on human spirituality. Who are we and what is our destiny? He is self-publishing a series of science fiction novels intended to explore this idea.

Ray resides in the country with his wife of over three decades. He and his wife have children, step-children, and grandchildren to love and pray for. A back porch looking out on stately trees is Ray's favorite place to listen to Christ speak peace to him in this pleasant but weary world.