As authorities continue searching for her missing mother, Savannah Guthrie is leaning even more deeply on her faith — and publicly pleading for proof that her mother is still alive.

In an emotional video shared on Instagram Wednesday, the Today co-host appeared alongside her sister, Annie, and brother, Camron, issuing a direct appeal to anyone responsible for the disappearance of their mother, 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie. While acknowledging reports of a ransom demand, Guthrie said her family is prepared to talk — but only after receiving confirmation that their mother is safe.

“We, too, have heard the reports about a ransom letter in the media,” Guthrie said. “As a family, we are doing everything that we can. We are ready to talk. However, we live in a world where voices and images are easily manipulated. We need to know, without a doubt, that she’s alive and that you have her.”

Authorities say Nancy Guthrie was taken from her home near Tucson, Arizona, sometime between late Saturday night and early Sunday morning. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told The New York Times that investigators believe she was taken against her will. While no suspects have been identified, law enforcement has confirmed that multiple unverified ransom communications are under investigation.

Speaking with CBS News, Nanos said at least one ransom note sent to a local television station is being treated as potential evidence. “It’s like any piece of evidence,” he said. “You give it to us, you give us a lead, we’re going to look at every aspect of that lead.”

The case has now drawn national attention. In a statement posted Wednesday night, Donald Trump said he personally spoke with Guthrie and directed federal authorities to assist.

“I am directing ALL Federal Law Enforcement to be at the family’s, and Local Law Enforcement’s, complete disposal, IMMEDIATELY,” the president wrote, adding that the nation’s prayers are with the Guthrie family.

Even amid fear and uncertainty, Guthrie’s public words remain anchored in faith.

In her video appeal, she described her mother as a “kind, faithful, loyal, fiercely loving woman of goodness and light,” noting that Nancy has grandchildren who adore her and a fragile heart condition that requires daily medication — medication she does not currently have.

“Mommy,” Guthrie said through tears, “you are God’s precious daughter, Nancy. We believe and know that even in this valley, He is with you.”

She went on to express gratitude for the prayers pouring in from across the country. “We feel them,” she said. “And we continue to believe that she feels them too.”

That posture of faith is consistent with what Guthrie has long shared publicly. Earlier this week, she reposted a simple image reading “Please Pray,” accompanied by a caption affirming her belief in the power of collective prayer and God’s presence even in suffering. She has previously spoken about how her faith sustained her after the loss of her father, saying, “This is when I need God the most.”

As investigators continue their search and the family waits for answers, Guthrie’s message remains one of hope — not denial of fear, but trust in God amid it.

“We will not rest,” she said. “Your children will not rest until we are together again.”