“In December 2006, our family was unwillingly involved in something that captured worldwide attention. As the days progressed, so did the story. With the weather turning from bad to worse, millions of people joined in the prayers for a successful rescue.

The concern for these three climbers swelled beyond our wildest dreams. I received constant reports on the many prayer services that were being held across the country. In one of them, a dear friend told me how MercyMe’s song “Hold Fast” was played as everyone sat quietly listening to the lyrics.

When I returned from Mount Hood, I constantly heard the song on the radio and was struck at how the lyrics seemed to fit our situation. When I hear this song I think of Kelly in the snow cave.

I am very grateful to MercyMe for sharing their lyrics and music with us.”