Dr. Jacquelyn Gilbert-Grant is the Senior Pastor and Founder of Sanctuary of Praise Christian Assembly, Inc. in Savannah, Georgia. She is an author and sought-after motivational speaker, who ministers at women's conferences, retreats, and seminars.

Dr. Grant was educated in the Chatham County Public School System and Graduated in 1971 from Savannah High School. She would attend and graduate from Savannah State College with a Major in Criminal Justice, Minor in Political Science. She received her Master’s degree in Biblical Studies from the Trinity Bible College & Seminary and her Certificate of Completion in Church Administration from Oral Roberts University.

Dr. Grant is revered for her leadership, guidance, and dedication to the spiritual development of women. She is the Founder and CEO of Bound by The Covenant Fellowship. She is the creator of Queens for Life, LLC, which includes a bi-weekly motivational virtual segment for women on three social media platforms. She is the founder and CEO of Forever Ladies International, which is not just a ministry but a movement teaching and encouraging emerging women leaders to excel in this diverse society while maintaining their femininity and self-worth.

Dr. Grant also premiered as the publisher and editor of a new journal entitled “Matter of The Heart” an inspirational tool that stimulates women’s passion for success in all aspects of life as they write their personal thoughts. In addition to her business accomplishments, Dr. Grant sits on the board of the Build a Bridge Foundation of Georgia. Its mission is to close the gap of poverty for women and children through education and community resources and enhance the quality of life for all members of the community.

In 2015, Dr. Grant was consecrated as Bishop in the Lord's Church by the Impact Fellowship International and The Promised Land Ministry, based in Washington, DC, and holds a membership with the Perfecting Covenant Prevailing Connection, Orlando, Florida. She is also affiliated with the Global United Fellowship headquartered in Nassau, Bahamas, and is an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and Gamma Sigma Omega Chapter.

As an author, she has penned three books, "Developing Your Spiritual Gifts,” “For The Working of The Ministry,” “Boss Up For Purpose,” and “When The Water Breaks.” Bishop Grant has won many awards and citations through the years; however, her greatest accomplishment is her marriage to Mr. Marty Grant, where together they have four children, eight grandchildren, and a great-granddaughter. She is well-established in the community, promoting herself as an entrepreneur and leader. She is a mentor to women and an inspiration to all as she continuously works to live her truth and walk in her God-given purpose.

In her leisure time, she enjoys spending time with her family and reading. She also has a never-ending love for ministry. When asked what inspires her, Bishop Grant shared, “My daily inspiration and life’s motivation are because of (Hebrews 11:6): "But without faith, it is impossible to please Him; for he that cometh to God must believe that He is and that He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek Him." (I Peter 5:10): "But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye hath suffered a while, make you perfect, establish, strengthen, settle you." “Tough times don't last, but tough people do!" Dr. Jackie Gilbert-Grant