NorthPointe Christian Schools Alumni - GR Baptist Academy

🙏 Prayers Needed for Dave Anderson 🙏

Many of you remember Mr. Dave Anderson, a beloved teacher at NPC for many decades. He recently suffered a serious fall and could use our prayers. Below is an update from his son:

“My dad, David Anderson, fell down the basement stairs this past Friday, all the way from the top to the bottom. He broke his elbow, humerus, collarbone, and five ribs. Although he was very active before the fall, there are still a number of complications due to his age. The good news is that he did not land on his head and did not suffer any organ damage. We are hopeful for his recovery, but he remains in the hospital and is going through quite an ordeal.

He had surgery on his elbow on Saturday and will likely need shoulder replacement surgery in a couple of weeks. When he is discharged from the hospital, he will be transferred to Mary Free Bed for rehabilitation. His recovery process is expected to take most of the summer. At this point it is best not to visit him, but when he is out of the hospital he might appreciate some visitors.

Please pray for my dad’s healing without further complications. Also pray for my mother and I as we take care of my dad as best as we can. We are grateful that my sister was home on vacation when this happened, but she has to fly back to Korea on Sunday."

Please keep Mr. Anderson and his family in your prayers. 🙏

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📫 If you would like to send Mr. Anderson a get well card; please mail to the below address and we will make sure he receives them:

NPC Alumni Re: Dave Anderson
3101 Leonard St. NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525

For those who would like to support the family financially during this difficult time, a GoFundMe has been established: gofund.me/89bf46271

Family has identified one of the men who drowned in Lake Michigan while reportedly trying to save another man.

"Jalen lived by the idea that the greatest love you could show someone else is to give up your life for them and that’s exactly what he did": https://www.woodtv.com/news/grand-rapids/coaches-remember-man-who-drowned-in-lake-mi-as-unselfish-talented/

Rick Baarman, GRBS Class of 1981, is hosting TWO meet-and-greets to get a copy of his book: Not God's Fault! And Why

📧 Do you have an event to share with the NPC Alumni community?! Email details to [email protected]

Not God's Fault And Why

Congratulations to NPC’s 51st graduating class! We are so proud to celebrate 87 graduates as they join the ranks of our alumni.

Way to go, Class of 2026! Shine your light for Jesus wherever He leads you!

Fun fact: 86% are headed off to college, 8% into trades/personal business, and 6% into missions.

**Alumni Summer 2026 Jamaica Work Trip**

Our Dayspring Chorale recently visited our partners in Jamaica for a week-long mission trip. While they were there, Music Director Lisa Spangler worked with our partners to create a list of areas where help is still needed as they continue rebuilding after Hurricane Melissa. 🇯🇲

We would love to send another group this summer to serve, whether it’s a group of alumni, friends, your small group, or simply individuals who feel called to go. There are many repairs still needed and donation opportunities available. We ask that you prayerfully consider whether there is a need you could help fill.

If you would like more information, please complete the form below, and we will be in contact with you. The group trip date is still TBD and will depend on interest.

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We love celebrating our alumni! 📚
Rick Baarman, GRBS Class of 1981, has written a book—Not God’s Fault! And Why!

This powerful read explores who Jesus is and why He is the answer to life’s most important questions, while also wrestling with why hardship exists in a broken world despite God’s goodness.

Join Rick at an upcoming Meet the Author event at Barnes & Noble to hear Rick share more about his story and his book!

Not God's Fault And Why

Alumni, this one is for you!
NorthPointe Christian Athletics is unveiling a special alternate identity for the remainder of the spring sports season…

As a fun throwback inspired by alternate identities in Minor League Baseball, this announcement pays tribute to NorthPointe’s roots as Grand Rapids Baptist Academy and honors the generations of alumni who helped build the foundation of our school community.

Whether you remember the GRBS days firsthand or simply love being part of NorthPointe’s story, we think this one will bring a smile.

Read the full press release here: https://www.npchristian.org/gr_baptists/

🚨The online auction closes TONIGHT at 9:30PM! 🚨
Hundreds of amazing items are up for bid—there’s something for everyone!
Set your max bid and let Handbid do the work for you!

⏰ Don’t forget: NEW gift cards are added daily at 8 AM!
Start bidding now and don’t miss out!

Browse and bid now before 9:30PM: tinyurl.com/npc-diamonds

We hope you will come out to support our students in their production! Tickets are $12 in the HS office and $15 at the door. HURRY - tickets are going fast!

Also, be sure to look for some special guest cameos from the alumni cast of the 2005 Cinderella production! 👀

ALUMNI CASTING CALL!! 👏👏

If anyone from NPC's 2005 production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella is in town and would be interested in making a cameo appearance in the opening scene ("The Prince Is Giving a Ball"), please contact Anji Straayer at [email protected] by March 2nd.

We'd love to see some former cast members back on stage AND in the audience! Performances are March 12 and 13 at 7:00 and March 14 at 1:00.