We started Immanuel House as a ministry of the Loudon County Baptist Association. The house was previously a mission home primarily used by missionaries on furlough. In 2019 the renovation began on what is now the Immanuel House. We knew what the Lord had placed upon our hearts, but had no idea how to make it happen so we began to pray and seek the Lord. Numerous volunteers from many churches helped with the renovations. It was truly a labor of love led by Phil Holmes and Teresa Wood to cast the vision the Lord had given and to see it through to fruition. The home has been decorated in calm neutral colors and kid friendly furnishings. Scripture can be found throughout the house. The Safe House offers a calm, relaxing retreat for children during a very traumatic time.

The Immanuel House Grand Opening was on September 9, 2020. Since opening our doors we have served over 500 children. Certified Volunteers are able to sit with the children during their stay to hold space, play games, make a meal, watch movies, etc. This ministry has allowed us the opportunity to show the LOVE of JESUS to every child that comes to Immanuel House in a tangible way. Providing a bed to rest and sleep, a shower to get clean, a meal to fill their tummy and kind volunteers is exactly what Jesus has called us to do. Not only do we have the opportunity to minister to the needs of the children, but also to the DCS workers that sacrifice so much of their time for God's children. We shower the DCS workers with prayer and appreciation for all that they do.

In December 2025 we became our own 501c3. As we continue to grow we are now looking to expand to a larger home so that we can offer more space for children in need and to offer additional services for children aging out of foster care.