Ray and his wife Fran were married in 1973 and began their journey in Calgary, where Ray trained as a commercial pilot. A few years into that career, Ray felt a clear call from God to pastoral ministry. After earning a Bachelor of Theology, they planted a church in Woodstock, Ontario, pastoring there for eight years before returning to Steinbach, Manitoba.

In 1996, Ray completed his Master of Divinity and became Lead Pastor of Southland Church. Over the next 22 years, the church grew from 150 to 4,500 attendees, fueled by a return to biblical practices that foster renewal and revival.

In 2012, Ray founded Church Renewal International, a ministry mentoring pastors around the world. What started with two pastors has grown to over 3,000 leaders in 68 countries. After 30 years in pastoral ministry, Ray stepped down to focus fully on this global movement.

Ray is recognized for his ability to convey profound spiritual truths in clear, practical terms that draw people closer to Jesus.  He will be equipping us to understand God's plan for the last days and eternity.  You won't want to miss this weekend.

He and Fran have been married for 52 years. They have four married children, 18 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.