Glory Haus supports Emmanuel’s Village in Marietta
Founded on the belief that art can be about more than what we hang on walls, the mission of local, faith-based home decor shop Glory Haus is to create meaningful art that inspires people and strengthens the community. That mission continues to grow beyond the popular products through the relationships built, the organizations supported, and the people served.
Glory Haus was founded in 2008 by Owner Molly Holm, who leads her business with faith at the center of everything she does. “My guiding principle is to follow God’s heart, discover my purpose for the kingdom, and honor God and the people around me through my work,” says Holm.
Today, the Glory Haus mission is reflected in one of the shop’s most meaningful projects yet: Emmanuel’s Village, a tiny home community planned for Marietta which will provide housing, resources, and compassionate support for families with children in Marietta City Schools.
“Through this initiative, we hope to create lasting change by helping families find stability, build community, and create a brighter future for the next generation,” says Holm. “We believe that community changes everything. Through Emmanuel’s Village, we hope to create a place where families can not only find physical stability but also spiritual and emotional support, meaningful relationships, and a renewed sense of hope and purpose.”
This is not the first time Glory Haus has invested deeply in the community. Holm is also co-founder of GRACEPOINT School, an educational institution serving students with dyslexia. The seeds of the school were planted back in 2012 when Holm and fellow mother Angie Strack found themselves searching for the best school to meet the needs of their dyslexic sons. The experience of searching for the right educational solution inspired both Holm and Strack to create a school built on the belief that every student can become a successful learner when given the right opportunities, tools, and teaching techniques. In fact, Holm’s middle son, Paul, became one of the first students at GRACEPOINT and has gone on to be a successful grad student at the University of Texas.
“Glory Haus has been proud to support GRACEPOINT’s mission, and our heart for helping families continues through Emmanuel’s Village,” Holm notes.
Developed on the property directly behind the Glory Haus warehouse, the transitional housing of Emmanuel’s Village will be offered for approximately 12-18 months as families work toward securing more permanent homes and achieving long-term stability. Holm reiterates that Emmanuel’s Village aims to do more than “put a band-aid on a problem” regarding homelessness. Instead, lasting change is the goal.
“We want to create generational change by helping families build a foundation of stability, opportunity, and hope that can change the trajectory of their children’s lives and help break the cycle of poverty,” she says. “We believe the impact will extend far beyond the homes themselves. When families have a safe place to live and a community supporting them, they have more opportunities to thrive and create a different future for the next generation.
“Marietta and Cobb County are filled with generous people who have incredible skills, resources, and a desire to help,” she continued. “We want to demonstrate what can happen when passionate individuals come together around a shared purpose. Ultimately, we hope Emmanuel’s Village will leave a legacy that extends far beyond our own lifetimes.”
As the holiday season of shopping and giving approaches, there’s never been a better time to support the mission of Emmanuel’s Village and future missions of Glory Haus. Shopping at the warehouse sales and attending the annual Christmas Extravaganza are two big ways to help — all while getting into the spirit of the holidays and enjoying time with loved ones. Because Glory Haus is funding so much of the tiny home development, every dollar spent in the shop directly supports Emmanuel’s Village. And for those who want to give time, volunteer opportunities will also exist in the springtime.
“We are incredibly excited about what lies ahead, and we invite everyone to be part of it,” says Holm. “One of the most exciting things about this project is that donors will be able to see meaningful, tangible progress as the community takes shape over the coming months.
So, whether you shop with us, donate to Emmanuel’s Village, volunteer your time, or simply share the mission with someone else, every contribution can help make a difference. We are preparing to break ground in January 2027, and we hope people will consider Emmanuel’s Village when deciding where to give this holiday season.”
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