Bernie was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland. At 8 years old, he was invited to a weekly children’s Bible study held in the home of Homer and Irma Mayers. It was through this study that he became a follower of Christ. Bernie received his degree in Electrical Engineering Technology – Aviation from LeTourneau in Longview, Texas. After college, in 1978, Bernie moved to Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
He serves as president of Solid Rock Ministries and Solid Rock Productions. He has served as board president and continues to be a member of the board for Bridgehaven Pregnancy Support Center, a board member of Iowa Faith and Freedom Coalition, a financial supporter of Concerned Women for America and Focus on the Family.
As an elder of Noelridge Park Church Bernie serves as the Wednesday night Awana Leader and is a member of the Noelridge worship team.
Bernie has been married to his wife, Nancy, since 1999. They have three children and five grandchildren.