‘Today’ Hosts Pray for Savannah Guthrie’s Family Live On-Air
What To Know
- The Today show hosts prayed on-air for Savannah Guthrie and her family as the investigation into her mother Nancy’s disappearance continues.
- Nancy Guthrie has been missing since January 31, with no suspects named and a $100,000 reward offered.
- Savannah Guthrie and her siblings have been ruled out as suspects and have made public pleas for their mother’s safe return.
The Today hosts are holding Savannah Guthrie and her family close to their hearts as the investigation into Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance continues.
Hoda Kotb, Craig Melvin, and Carson Daly sat down with the new archbishop of New York, Ronald Hicks, on the Tuesday, February 17, episode of the NBC morning show. In addition to discussing his new role, the hosts also asked Hicks to share some words of wisdom for those struggling with Nancy’s ongoing investigation.
“It’s heartbreaking. It’s hard to watch. I want to just extend my absolute support, and especially my prayers,” he stated. “Not only my own prayers, but she has a community of people who’s praying for her and for her mom and for the entire family.”
Melvin went on to ask Hicks if he could lead them in a brief prayer for Savannah and her family. Hicks agreed and began, “Let’s just take a moment to put ourselves in the presence of God and ask God with his light and his grace and his mercy and his goodness — just be with Savannah, with this entire situation, be with her mom.”
He continued, “Bring hope, peace, some resolution to all of this, and let her know of the great love and support and prayers that surround her. In your name, we ask. Amen.” The hosts appeared emotional as they thanked Hicks for his prayer.
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Nancy was last seen at her home in Tucson, Arizona, on January 31, and was reported missing the following day. As the investigation enters its third week, officials have yet to name any persons of interest in the case and have offered a $100,000 reward for anyone with information about Nancy’s whereabouts and her alleged kidnappers.
Authorities also have yet to confirm the authenticity of alleged ransom notes demanding millions in exchange for Nancy’s return. Savannah and her siblings, Annie and Camron, have released multiple social media plea videos asking for their mother’s safe return, proof of life, and sharing that they are willing to pay.
Per a new report aired on the Tuesday, February 17, episode of Today, Savannah and her family — including her and her siblings’ spouses — have officially been ruled out as suspects. A glove found near Nancy’s home contained male DNA, but officials have not confirmed if it matched the gloves worn by the suspect in Nancy’s home security footage.
The Today hosts previously got vulnerable while discussing Nancy’s disappearance on the third hour of Today’s Thursday, February 12, episode. While chatting with psychotherapist and author Niro Feliciano, Melvin asked for advice on how to cope with Nancy’s case.
Sharing advice she “learned from the parents of Sandy Hook,” Feliciano stated, “To this day, 13 years later, they say, ‘Love wins, and love will always win.’ … And I will say, as I saw in that community, love is winning, and it will win here as well.”
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S
I absolutely Love that the Today Show prayed together, on Set, unapologetically and lifted up Savannah, her mom and their family to our Heavenly Father, asking to be int the presence of God. This is so refreshing and exactly what we need to be doing. Thank you for setting this example for your audience. My prayers and heart continue to be lifted to Our Savior for Nancy, Savannah and for all of those who love them! 🩷
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P
I agree. The whole country should also start each day praying for America. We need to strongly bring back religion; that is the only way to stop the horrorable acts happening as the world has changed. Bring back Love Kindness to each other. I pray!
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B
Amen
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N
Thank you for this prayer offered to God! He is the only one who can bring comfort to this lovely family. We continue to offer prayers to God. 🙏🫶🏼🙏
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Prayer changes things,
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I too loved that the Today Show prayed on the set in front of millions of people. Our Country needs God like we have never needed him before.
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The outcome of the situation no one knows. But it's good that you can call upon a living God for some help. It's not about religion and no certain denomination is being promoted.
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Thank you for praying for our family. It’s what is needed and appreciated.
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D
There is a revival happening. So refeshing
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J
Showing the prayers publicly shows so much strength and support for this family. Very precious indeed
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People need the Lord...
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S
Please pray not just for Nancy Guthrie but ALL missing persons regardless of their families celebrity stats or not.
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C
There is Power in Prayer!! So wonderful to see that Christians are ALLOWED to pray publicly, on TV in ANY situation. Our country needs prayer back. Needs GOD back in schools, in every day situations.
Thank you Today Show for supporting the Gunthrie family!!!!
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B
Meanwhile they are all salivating at the idea of taking Savannah’s job.
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S
Your comment is in conflict with your username.
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G
Hahaha....good call! It's in complete conflict. Sadly, there are so many out there with this same conflict :(.
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C
I think prayer is a very personal thing, no matter what your religion. I understand that Savannah is Christian, and they were trying to honor her and her family, but this was inappropriate in a country that has no national religion, as designated by the US Constitution. This should have been done on their own, backstage, but not on air. Stop with the theatrics of religion that many Americans/viewers do not share. It is seriously off-putting to non-Christians.
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I don't agree. separation of church and state doesn't mean a person can't express their religious beliefs on a show to honor a religious family going through hell. I don't believe in what they believe in. so what?
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N
Prayer is not a religion it's a direct line to the creator of all
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T
The Today Show is not part of our government, nor is anyone required to watch it or participate. They are allowed to share their opinions, beliefs, thoughts, and impressions. That is what a talk show is all about. Furthermore, many religions express their religions openly by the wearing of religious clothing, hair styles, jewelry, or other visible gestures. Things like the Muslim’s call to prayer are very visible to others and a way to outwardly express their devotion. The hair style of the Hasidic Jews, the wearing of the hajab, a priest’s collar….a cross or Star of David. Not inappropriate or intended to offend. Just meant to show devotion and respect. I think it is beautiful and should be well received by anyone that is comfortable in their own beliefs. Their gesture was not meant to “recruit” the watcher but to express their love for their friend. I’m proud of them for it!
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Not all non Christians are put off. It's possible to respect another person's faith/beliefs without feeling our personal beliefs are discounted or threatened. We can accept differences without hiding them from each other. They are trying, in their way, to do good. It's positive. We should support people no matter what our spiritual beliefs are. Sending love, strength and support.
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H
Thank you for you eloquent response to Criticism when I just wanted to shout SHUT UP! This family is suffering, give them some grace no matter how it’s put into the world. Forgive my lack of grace.
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Critic,
Praying and having a belief in GOD does not mean you are “Religious”. I don’t believe in any organized religion, but God and prayer is what has kept a sinner like me, sober for 16 years. You can be spiritual, pray and have a close relationship with God and still not be religious.🙏🏻♥️
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Yo, ‘Critic’…try eating a Snickers before you respond again!
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The First Amendment has 2 provisions: Establishment AND Free Exercise. Establishment prohibits the government from establishing a religion...ie state sponsored churches like the Church of England. The second clause protects citizens right to practice their religion as they please so long as it doesn't run afoul of public morals or a compelling government interest. Know your amendments.
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C
Just try being a little kinder as Christians are with you.
The prayer was for a family in great pain not you .
This is no time to bring in politics.
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