Abduction Investigation

The search for Nancy Guthrie, Today Show anchor Savannah Guthrie’s mom, continues.

Tuesday, both TMZ and an Arizona TV station reported receiving ransom emails demanding millions of dollars in bitcoin for Nancy’s release. The message referenced specific details inside Nancy’s home and what she was wearing the night she disappeared. 

Wednesday, Savannah appeared in a video alongside her siblings, thanking the public for their prayers and addressing the presumed kidnapper directly. They acknowledged the unverified ransom letter, saying they’re “ready to talk” but only after receiving verified proof of life—noting how easily voices and images can be manipulated.

A California man was arrested for sending the family a phony ransom text after their statement, but authorities say he was an opportunist, not the kidnapper. The FBI is offering a reward up to $50,000 for information.

PRAY WITH US
Join us in prayer for the Guthrie family and Nancy’s community, that the “God of all comfort” would move in power in this time of incredible uncertainty and grief (2 Corinthians 1:3-4).

“Grant, O Lord, to all who are bereaved the spirit of faith and courage, that they may have strength to meet the days to come with steadfastness and patience; not sorrowing as those without hope, but in thankful remembrance of your great goodness, and in the joyful expectation of eternal life with all who love you.” 
Book of Common Prayer, page 264