Our Spiritual Leaders

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Pastor Shane Lopez is the founder of Jesus Saved My Life (JSML) Church and Ministries, offering Holy Spirit–led spiritual support services, biblical teaching, and guidance for those ready to take the next step in their faith journey. Through JSML, individuals can book and reserve time to meet, learn, grow, and receive spiritual direction in a supportive, Christ-centered environment.

Originally from a small town in California, Pastor Shane’s early life was marked by a deep passion for sharing the Gospel. While studying End-of-Life Senior Care, he discerned a clear calling from God—to teach and equip people of all ages with the life-transforming truth of Jesus Christ.

After relocating to Knoxville, Tennessee, Pastor Shane quickly became rooted in the community, known for his compassion, humility, and unwavering obedience to the leading of the Holy Spirit. Through teaching, discipleship, and outreach, he has touched countless lives with messages of hope, healing, and restoration.

Pastor Shane’s teaching style bridges backgrounds and experiences, meeting people where they are while leading them deeper into Christ. His genuine care for others and commitment to biblical truth have earned him respect and trust throughout the community.

Despite challenges along the journey, Pastor Shane has remained steadfast in faith, continually guided by the Holy Spirit and a deep love for God’s people. His path from California to Tennessee reflects not only a physical move, but a powerful spiritual journey—one that continues to inspire others to walk in freedom, purpose, and identity in Christ.

Pastor Shane Lopez’s life and ministry stand as a testimony to the transformative power of faith, obedience, and love—shining as a beacon of hope for this generation and those to come.

Please Welcome Toffee Fred – Director of Outreach & Prayer Ministry

We are honored to welcome Toffee Fred as Director of Outreach & Prayer Ministry at our ministry. In this leadership role, Toffee oversees all outreach initiatives, event planning, and coordination, ensuring that every program, service, and community connection reflects the heart of God and furthers our mission to serve with excellence. Her strategic vision and managerial expertise bring structure, inspiration, and intentionality to every endeavor she leads.

Beyond her administrative and leadership responsibilities, Toffee is a devoted Prayer Warrior, faithfully interceding for our ministry, our community, and those in need. Her unwavering commitment to prayer fuels her leadership and empowers the teams she guides.

Toffee is also the founder of Bread of Life, a ministry where she ministers to men and women by breaking bread together, cultivating spiritual growth, fellowship, and healing. Her entrepreneurial spirit and servant leadership reflect a heart fully devoted to God’s work.

As she continues to grow in Criminal Justice, Toffee brings a unique perspective of service, justice, and compassion that enhances every facet of her ministry. 

Her combination of spiritual insight, leadership ability, and passion for impacting lives makes her an extraordinary blessing to our team. We are proud and honored to have her as a vital part of our ministry family.

Blessings, 

JSML Church family.

We are honored to welcome Sister Robin to the Jesus Saved My Life Church family. Sister Robin has faithfully followed the Lord for over 41 years and brings a heart devoted to prayer, outreach, and serving others.

She has been a nurse for 22 years and has dedicated much of her Christian walk to reaching the lost and sharing the love of Jesus Christ through outreach ministry. Her passion is seeing lives transformed by the power of God and witnessing His work in the lives of those who need Him most.

Sister Robin is married, the mother of three adult children, and a proud grandmother. She joins our ministry as the Assistant Secretary of Prayer & Outreach Coordinator, helping support the church's mission of prayer, evangelism, and community outreach.

Her life verse is Galatians 6:9: "So let's not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time, we will reap a harvest of blessings if we don't give up."

We look forward to serving alongside Sister Robin and seeing how God continues to use her for His glory.

To God Be the Glory!!

My name is Dakotah Granay, and I am nothing more than a servant of the Lord. My life once walked through deep valleys—addiction, brokenness, and hardship—but by the grace, mercy, and transforming power of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, I have overcome what once held me bound.

Jesus didn’t just rescue me—He completely transformed me. He renewed my mind, restored my heart, and gave me a purpose greater than anything I could have imagined. Because of what He has done in my life, I carry a deep passion for the Word of God. Scripture is not just something I read; it is the foundation that rebuilt me, the truth that reshaped my identity, and the light that guides my steps every single day.

As a brother -in-Christ on the path toward becoming a Gods Faithful Servant, I am committed to serving God’s people with humility, compassion, and unwavering faith. I strive to live Christ-like—continually learning, growing, and allowing the Holy Spirit to mold me into the servant God has called me to be.

My testimony is simple: Jesus saved my life and transformed me, and now I live to declare His goodness and help others experience the same freedom, healing, and hope that only Christ can give.

Church family, please take the time in welcoming Brother Dakotah and blessing him on his New Journey with his new church, God Bless Brother!