Catholic Counseling is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, we welcome back Amy Ives from Communal Change LLC talking about a change of season and the upcoming election - how can we cool off mentally?

"Cooking With Scripture" is heard weekly during Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary in S.E. Boise. Chef could not be with us this morning so we present this Best of segment from Oct. 10, 2023 talking about Grapes. 

Morning Light welcomes back the Idaho Lay Dominicans - today, John Keenan & Josh Andrus kick-off a new series: The Seven Principles Essential to Protestantism. To begin, the first principle is regarding the nature of man and the idea that man is totally corrupt.

The Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith as Morning Light presents Why Catholics Do That. Today’s topic - “Why No Gum in Church?”

Monday mornings this month, Morning Light presents a new series on Religious Freedom, taught by Fr. Tim Segert - Parochial Vicar of St. John’s Cathedral in Boise.

Morning Light introduces you to Atalie Snyder, Director of Community Outreach at Stanton International. Learn more about Stanton and some touching stories from Stanton clients. Plus, an exciting Diaper Drive with the Human Bean locations across the Treasure Valley.

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Morning Light presents "Blessed & Beautiful" - a new segment dedicated to Catholic women. Today, Taryn Kammeraad joins us to discuss this month’s topic “Forming Opinions.” 

Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, stops by Morning Light today to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press!  

Mareesa Rule, Development Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, stops by Morning Light with a long list of updates of all the great work being done: the NEW Thrift Store location on State Street and Donation Hours across the SVdP Thrift Store System, Thanksgiving Food Box program, the Christmas Toy Store and finally, Cookies for Correction.  

Herminia Martinez (St. Paul's)

Daniel Ramirez (St. Paul's)

Robert & Tina Martinez (St. Paul's)

Fr. Justin Brady, part 2 (St. Paul's)

Fr. Justin Brady, part 1 (St. Paul's)

Barb Bentley (St. Paul's)

Steve Greene (St. Paul's)

Michele Robinson (St. Paul's)

David Lloyd (St. Paul's)

Fr. Jeff Putthoff, SJ (Spokane Retreat)

Fr. Johannes (Verbum Spei)

Peg Gehring (Sts. Peter & Paul)

Steve Romero (Holy Apostles)

Gina Schmidt (Holy Apostles)

Katie Pieplow (Holy Apostles)

Elaine Millar (Holy Apostles)

Joe Cardona (Holy Apostles)

Bethany Alger (St. Ignatius Catholic School, Meridian)

Rob Martin (Holy Apostles)

Amy Urian (Holy Apostles)

Lylia Flager (Holy Apostles)

Laura Plein (Our Lady of Limerick, Glenns Ferry)

Janelle Sams (Our Lady of Good Counsel, Mtn. Home)

Cecilia Mortensen (Our Lady of Good Counsel, Mtn. Home)

Miguel Amezola (St. Edward's)

Father Pavel (St. Edward's)

David Gafne (St. Edward's)

Bill Teske (EWTN Conference)

Daniel DiSilva (Divine Mercy Image)

Keith Pettyjohn & Tom Lowther (KRIF Tower Project)

Morning Light welcomes back Kris Foster from St. Mark’s Catholic Community, talking about All Saints and All Souls.  She also shares music from a litany on All Souls that remembers all those who have died in the parish from Nov. 2nd of last year up to Nov. 2nd of the current year.

Morning Light welcomes back Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, with updates on upcoming events sponsored by his office.

Vocations Focus is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month as part of Morning Light. Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse talk with Loretta Ruch from the Cathedral Vocations Team, talking about (among other things) plans for the upcoming National Vocations Week, Nov. 3-9.

Marshall Boyland (St. Mark's)

Mary Glenn (St. Mark's)

Dcn. Chris Privon (St. Mark's)

Emily Naugle (St. Mark's)

Cory Leinberger (St. Mark's)

Donna Gordon, Principal of St. Mark's School

Fr. John Mosier, Part #2 (St. Mark's)

Fr. John Mosier, Part #1 (St. Mark's)

Todd Baker (St. Mark's)

Flor Mancias (St. Nicholas)

Sandy Monreal (St. Therese)

Lori Espinoza (St. Therese)

Kevan Grant, Principal of St. Mary's School in Boise

 Nathan Munt (St. Mary's)

Lisa Benscheidt (St. Mary's)

Deacon Imanol (St. Mary's)

Fr. John Kucera, Part #2 (St. Mary's)

Fr. John Kucera, Part #1 (St. Mary's)

Jeremy Hopwood (Sacred Heart, Emmett)

Mandy Hopwood (Sacred Heart, Emmett)

Jackie Denig (Corpus Christi, Fruitland)

Randy Shears, Part 2  (Tri-Parish, Cottonwood)

Randy Shears, Part 1  (Tri-Parish, Cottonwood)

Sherry Nuxoll (Tri-Parish, Cottonwood)

John Pettinger (Sacred Heart, Boise)

 Sara Cox, Principal (Sacred Heart School)

 Rita Mountain (Sacred Heart, Boise)

Ron Haberman (Sacred Heart, Boise)

J.A. Arroyo (Sacred Heart, Boise)

Maria Joyce (Sacred Heart, Boise)

The Catholic Attic is heard montly during Morning Light as we talk with Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. John's parish in Nampa, about a variety of different topics. Today, how should Catholics prepare for Election Day and why should people support Catholic Radio? (It is Day 2 of the Fall Pledge Drive after all.)

Morning Light presents Pat King's Man Cave - today, Pat talks about the importance of using Catholic Radio to spread encouragement to Catholic men in today's culture.

Morning Light interviews Keith Pettyjohn, Board President of Salt & Light Radio, about the 2024 Fall Pledge Drive: what is the theme, where does the money raised go to, and the incentives for giving over the next few days.

Catholic Counseling is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, Jarrod Crump from Spero Mental Health talks about dealing with addictive habits.  

Chef Lou Aaron could not be with us today during Morning Light so we present this Best of segment from Oct. 18, 2022 talking about Raisin Cakes.

Morning Light welcomes Alanna Burg & Josh Andrus from the Idaho Lay Dominicans to continue their series on 1 Thessalonians - today, Chapter 5.

The Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith in a segment called "Why Catholics Do That" heard Mondays on Morning Light. Today’s topic - “The Liturgical Cycle” where Mary recaps the liturgical colors, teaches us how the Church counts the days on the liturgical calendar, and discusses the 3-year cycle of readings.  

Monday mornings this month, Morning Light presents a new series on Religious Freedom, taught by Fr. Tim Segert - Parochial Vicar of St. John’s Cathedral in Boise.

During our weekly "Passionate Pro-Life" segment, Lenette & Randy Jackson from David’s Hope miscarriage ministry join Morning Light today to raise awareness of their work in our area.

Senior Knight at Nick Ysursa Field Bishop Kelly Knights - 21 Vallivue Falcons - 14

"Blessed & Beautiful" is a new weekly segment of Morning Light aimed at Catholc women. Today, Rachel Gehring joins us to discuss this month’s topic “Forming Opinions.”

Morning Light presents "Catholic Book Club" with Patrick O’Hearn, talking about his new book - “Nursery of Heaven“ available at https://sophiainstitute.com/product/nursery-of-heaven  Patrick is a husband, father and author - His subjects of interest include the lives of the saints and the interior life. He holds a Masters in education from Franciscan University. You can visit his website at patrickrohearn.com.  

Today, during our Sacred Music segment, John Vitz returns to Morning Light to share another scene from his musical "The Cure' of Ars" about St. John Vianney. Also, as we prepare to celebrate Our Lady of Fatima, we play The Memorare available at his website:  www.AngelusMusic.com  

Gina Schmidt returns to Morning Light during our Faith Community Nursing segment. October is National Physical Therapist Month so we talk about the education that goes into becoming a PT doctor, types of therapy and even a Patron Saint to share (you may have never heard of her!)

Morning Light welcomes back Alberto Jaramillo from Bronco Catholic to talk about the upcoming Fall Retreat at Camp Perkins near Stanley. Also, swing dance lessons at the St. Paul's Student Center and a new TV outside of the building on the Boise State campus will show a livestream of Mass!

Morning Light presents "Catholic Kids Questions" as Gabe sits down with the Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, Deacon Scott Pearhill, who answers a myriad of questions from how to become a Deacon to "dinosaurs" in the Old Testament...cuz Catholic kids want to know!

Morning Light presents Pat King's Man Cave, discussing the issues that affect Catholic men in today's culture.

"Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. Today, not only does she look ahead at the saints and feast days we'll be celebrating over the next week - she also opens up the National Eucharistic Revival Playbook to reveal another pillar we should be working on over this next year.

Catholic Counseling is a weekly segment of Morning Light. Today, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Dr. Kathy Edwards talking about how to properly disagree with others.  

Morning Light presents "Cooking With Scripture."  Chef Lou Aaron could not be with us today so we off this "Best of" segment is from October 12, 2021 talking about Rhubarb.

Morning Light welcomes back the Idaho Lay Dominicans - today, John Keenan & Mike Turner continue their series on 1 Thessalonians.

Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith as Morning Light presents another edition of "Why Catholics Do That." Today’s topic is Bishops, Priests, and Deacons and talks about what these different people do within the Church.  

Morning Light presents our Monday morning series for the month of October - Fr. Tim Segert, Parochial Vicar from St. John's Cathedral, will join us to discuss the concept of Religious Freedom.

Morning Light welcomes back Passionately Pro-Life advocate Emily Naugle to talk about October being Respect Life Month. What are some ways to observe this month? Pray - Advocate - Serve - Educate. Go to www.RespectLife.org for a Novena Oct 22 - Oct 30th. Also, St. Mark's Respect Life will be doing a soup supper and patriotic rosary on St. Jude's feast day Monday, Oct 28th. Finally, Dr. Christina Francis will be the keynote for the 2025 Boise March for Life on January 25th. Here is an article about her pro-life efforts:  https://catholicvote.org/pro-life-ob-gyn-kamala-harris-dangerous-lies-are-killing-women 

The Bishop Kelly Knights record their third straight shutout with a 24-0 win over the Skyview Hawks on Friday, October 4th in Nampa.

Diann Scheetz joins Morning Light to discuss “Screen Time” as we continue our weekly segment "Blessed & Beautiful" for Catholic women. Blessed Carlo Acutis taught us how to properly use the internet as a tool to strengthen our faith life. How do we protect the young people in our lives from the dangers of being online too much?

Morning Light welcomes back Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, here to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press! The Diocese of Boise breaks ground on the new Chancery building...Bishop Kelly High School celebrates it's 60th Anniversary...where in the world is Fr. Joe McDonald...and much, much more in this latest edition of the ICR!  

Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, returns to Morning Light with some incredible updates... Feeding American Heroes - 811 Veterans and their families were served with over 30 tons of food and household goods given out that afternoon! The flagship thrift store on State Street has moved one and a half miles east on State  The new location opened Tuesday. - very successful launch.   Thanksgiving Food Box is only a little over a month and a half away -  expanding registration to receive boxes and expect an increase in demand.  

Morning Light welcomes back Ken Jercha for our weekly Sacred Music segment. Ken is now leading the music ministry at Our Lady of the Valley in Caldwell. Today, he shares some of his experiences on the music and leadership tools available in a changing technology age.

The Banquet of Love Marriage Enrichment Retreat is coming to Holy Apostles on October 18 & 19. Morning Light catches up with Maureen Otremba - she and her husband Jim will be the retreat facilitators.

Vocations Focus is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month during Morning Light. Today, Mary Ellen Nourse talks with Fr. Gabriel Morales. Still recovering from a horrific car accident a couple years ago, Father is now a "priest in residence" with the Holy Spirit Catholic Community in Pocatello.

Morning Light presents Catholic Kids Questions with Gabe Ryan. Today, he talks with Fr. Justin Brady about a variety of topics from exorcism to guardian angels...cuz Catholic kids want to know! If your child has questions for future episodes, send them to:  https://saltandlightradio.com/catholic-kids-questions 

Through the Fire is a production of Spirit of Truth Radio Arts featuring David Fortin and Dcn. Don Prendergast. The show gives men the tools to build the domestic church and spiritual weapons to defend it. Check out long-form episodes at: www.castingthe.net   

Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.

Catholic Counseling is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, Dr. Joe Lipetzky from Cornerstone Psychological Associates discusses the topic of prudence.

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in S.E. Boise. Today is the Jewish New Year (Rosh Hashanah) - while Chef Lou describes that, our co-hosts enjoy a feast of apples & honey, chicken, potatoes and leeks. YUM!

Morning Light welcomes April Ross from Spokane and Pam Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans as they talk about the importance of prayer and silent retreats. Learn more about an upcoming Ignatian Retreat Oct. 31 through Nov. 3 in Spokane by visiting www.ihrc.net   

The Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith on Morning Light's new segment "Why Catholics Do That." Today’s topic - “Stations of the Cross.” 

Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “He Gave Us So Much - A Tribute to Benedict the 16th” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage reads Chapter 2 of this book written by Robert Cardinal Sarah…reflecting on what Benedict’s pontificate gave to the Catholic Church!  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org   

Today, during our weekly Passionately Pro-Life segment, Morning Light welcomes Kacey Crump - a registered nurse with Keystone Hospice to discuss the proper human dignity for end of life situations.

Bishop Kelly Knights - 54 Columbia Wildcats - 0

"Blessed & Beautiful" is a new segment of Morning Light aimed at Catholic women. Today, Taryn Kammeraad joins us to discuss “School & Screen Time.” Now that school has been back in session, what are some challenges parents face?

Morning Light catches up with Fr. Rick Frechette who was in Boise to raise awareness and funds for Project Haiti.

Morning Light presents Catholic Book Club, moderated today by Dr. Helen Hoffner, author of the new book "The Rosary Collector's Guide" available through Sophia Institute Press.

Cathryn Gardner from Our Lady of the Rosary joins Morning Light for our "Sacred Music" segment. Today's topic is Marian hymns & compositions in honor of the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary approaching on October 7th.  Ave Maria: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyGlFisv7Ng  Sabat Mater: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zIpbgr9aUEo O Sanctissima: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4wCWFv3Ql0  Sing of Mary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lJCfO2-mchA  

Morning Light presents our Faith Community Nursing segment - today, Cari Moodie from Saint Alphonsus talks about September being Child Awareness Month and also Deaf & Hard of Hearing Awareness Month. 

Today on Pat King's Man Cave, the importance of grandparents in a child's life.

Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. Today, part 2 of her conversation with the founder of The Little Rose Shop - Raquel Rose.

Amy Ives from Communal Change, LLC provides our Catholic Counseling segment today on Morning Light.

Cooking With Scripture is a weekly segment of Morning Light, hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in S.E. Boise. Today, our co-hosts enjoy a warm slab of delicious apple cake while Chef talks about the apple. While most think of the Garden of Eden, the apple in the New Testament is a symbol of redemption.

Morning Light welcomes back Alanna Burg & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans to continue their series on 1 Thessalonians - today, Chapter 3.

Today on "Why Catholics Do That," Mary Wax returns to Morning Light to discuss the topic - Smells & Bells. Tune in and learn more about incense and the special bells that ring out during Mass.

Salt & Light Catholic Radio presents “He Gave Us So Much - A Tribute to Benedict the 16th” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage reads Chapter 2 of this book written by Robert Cardinal Sarah…reflecting on what Benedict’s pontificate gave to the Catholic Church!  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

Stanlynne Mixayphone joins Morning Light once again to discuss the tough topic of human trafficking in our area.

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Blessed & Beautiful is a new segment of Morning Light aimed at Catholic women. This month's theme is "School & Screen Time" and we are joined today by Rita Franklin to share her thoughts on this important issue.

Morning Light welcomes back Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, here today to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press!  

Beth Huston from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Pocatello, along with Board member Ted Peterson, join Morning Light today to share the wonderful things happening in the Pocatello area.

Kris Foster from St. Mark’s joins Morning Light, talking about how music affects our immune system. She shares a music clip called Beloved Heart, which her group sang last weekend during the Women's Conference.  

Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light with an update on a list of upcoming events in his office.

Vocations Focus is heard on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month during Morning Light. Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse talk with Dcn. Matt Johnston from All Saints parish in Lewiston.

"The Catholic Attic" is a monthly catechesis lesson heard on Morning Light and provided by Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa. Today, "Good Changes" in the Church.

Morning Light presents "Through the Fire" - giving men the tools to build the domestic church and the spiritual weapons to defend it. Today, Dcn. Don Prendergast & David Fortin talk about the Sacrament of Matrimony.

Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. Today, special guest Raquel Rose from The Little Rose Shop joins the segment today to share her beautiful story.

"Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, Jarrod Crump shares his new private practice - Spero Mental Health & Healing. Learn more at: www.speromentalhealth.com  

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary in S.E. Boise. Chef Lou could not be with us this morning - this "Best of" segment is from Sept. 15, 2020 talking about “Oysters.”

John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans stops by Morning Light to continue the series on 1 Thessalonians - today, Chapter 2.

The Essentials of our Faith are found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith during a segment called "Why Catholics Do That." Today on Morning Light, the topic is “What is Liturgy?” What does the word Liturgy actually mean? Why do Catholics worship liturgically? Who can perform a Liturgy?  

Salt & Light Catholic Radio presents “He Gave Us So Much - A Tribute to Benedict the 16th” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage reads Chapter 2 of this book written by Robert Cardinal Sarah…reflecting on what Benedict’s pontificate gave to the Catholic Church!  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

Kathy Webster from Birthright joins Morning Light during our weekly "Passionately Pro-Life" segment. What makes Birthright unique from other pregnancy resource centers? And, circle October 12th on your calendar for the upcoming dinner gala to help raise funds for their amazing pro-life work. Learn more and buy tickets at:  www.birthrightofboise.com/dinnerauction 

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"Blessed & Beautiful" is our new weekly Morning Light segment aimed at Catholic women. This month, the theme is "School & Screen Time" and today's guest is Rachel Gehring. Tune in and hear her strategies for using phones and other devices as tools more than for mindless entertainment.

Christian Welp from the Diocese of Boise joins Morning Light to share details about the Encounter School of Ministry. If you're interesting in joining the 2-year course, they meet Wednesdays at 6pm inside St. Mark's parish. For more information, e-mail Christian at [email protected] 

Morning Light presents Catholic Book Club with our moderator today - Dr. Joseph Hollcraft, a Professor and Director of the High Calling Program at the Avila Institute, discussing “Contemplating the Seven Sorrows of Mary” a book he co-authored with Ruth Berghorst. Purchase at:  https://sophiainstitute.com/product/contemplating-the-seven-sorrows-of-mary   

John Vitz from Angelus Music provides our sacred music segment during Morning Light. John shares a track from The Cure' of Ars CD as we learn more about the life of St. John Vianney. Also, a 9/11 tribute song called In the Aftermath.

Gina Schmidt provides our "Faith Community Nursing" segment today on Morning Light. September is International Blood Cancer Awareness Month - Gina talks about the most common types of blood cancers, risk factors, symptoms & diagnosis, treatment plans and of course a Patron Saint to help intercede for us if we're facing blood cancer.

Alberto Jaramillo from Bronco Catholic stops by Morning Light today to share some upcoming events at the student center on the Boise State campus. Oktoberfest is coming up September 27th! There is also a new President at Bronco Catholic and she's excited to take things to the next level - tune in and find out what's happening!

Morning Light presents a special 9/11 episode of Through the Fire as David Fortin and Dcn. Don Prendergast give their eyewitness accounts of that day 23 years ago.

Today on Man Cave, Pat King shares with the Morning Light audience his memories from September 11, 2001 and how he was inspired by a men's conference to begin his men's ministry 8-9 years ago.

"Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. Today, after a quick look at the Saints and feast days coming up in the week ahead, she looks at the playbook for this year of mission from the National Eucharistic Revival.

"Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light, where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Dr. Kathy Edwards…talking about How Do You Bear Your Burdens? We talk about our burdens …others’ burdens…and how to manage them. Hebrews 12:1 - Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us. Matthew 11:28 - Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.  Psalms 55:22 - Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. John 16:33 - These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. Galatians 6:2 - Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ. Acts 20:35 - I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive.  

Chef Lou Aaron could not be with us today on Morning Light so we feature this "Best of" segment from September 6, 2022 talking about the ancient grain “Farrow.”

Morning Light welcomes back Josh Andrus & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans to launch a new series on St. Paul's first letter to the Thessalonians.  

The Essentials of our Faith are found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith during a segment called "Why Catholics Do That" heard on Morning Light. Today’s topic - “Who Can Receive Communion?” What is transubstantiation?  What does it mean to be a Catholic in “good standing”?  How should we properly receive Communion?

Salt & Light Catholic Radio presents “He Gave Us So Much - A Tribute to Benedict the 16th” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage reads Chapter 2 of this book written by Robert Cardinal Sarah…reflecting on what Benedict’s pontificate gave to the Catholic Church!  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org   

Morning Light gets an update on pro-life news from Emily Naugle during our weekly "Passionately Pro-Life" segment.

Bishop Kelly Knights - 20 Minico Spartans - 8

Morning Light presents our new women's segment "Blessed & Beautiful" featuring Diana Carrillo this week, discussing the theme of “Back-to-School & Screen Time.”  

Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, joins Morning Light today to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press!  

Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, with updates on several projects. "Feeding American Heroes" takes place on Wednesday, September 11th from 1:00pm - 4:00pm at the Boise VA Medical Center. They are also looking for volunteers for the Christmas Toy Store. Finally, Ralph shares the story of Doug Austin.   

Ken Jercha from Holy Apostles in Meridian joins Morning Light to provide our weekly Sacred Music segment of the show.

Coming up September 20 & 21, Kim Cameron-Smith comes to Boise to facilitate a couple of events centered around Catholic parenting. She joins Morning Light today to share a sneak peek at what will be covered during those talks.

Vocations Focus is heard the 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month on Morning Light. Today, we share an encore of our recent interview of Fr. John Mosier. The new pastor of St. Mark's Catholic Community in Boise has a VERY interesting vocation story and he shares that today with our audience.

Morning Light presents "Catholic Kids Questions" 'cuz Catholic kids want to know. Today, Gabe sits down with Fr. Johannes from the fraternity of Verbum Spei.

Morning Light brings you "Through the Fire" hosted by David Fortin and Dcn. Don Prendergast - giving men the tools to build the domestic church and the spiritual weapons to defend it. Today, discussing the book "Be a Man" by Fr. Larry Richards.  We are called to be Saints - how can Catholic men get to that level of spirituality?

Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment on Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.

"Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Dr. Joe Lipetzky shares more from the book Character Building by David Isaacs, this week focusing on how to teach obedience to children of different age groups.

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in S.E. Boise. Today is Taco Tuesday! Not just any ordinary taco however - as Chef talks about the tongue and what it meant in Biblical times, Brian & Hope enjoy some lengua tacos.

John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans joins Morning Light today to conclude thier series on St. Paul's letter to the Colossians. 

Bishop Kelly Knights - 28 Bonneville Bees - 20 (due to technical issues, game coverage ended at 10:00pm)

Blessed & Beautiful is our new women's segment on Morning Light. Today, Taryn Kammeraad joins the panel of Catholic ladies to share her personal journey of faith. If life is a journey of choices and consequences, how do we reconcile the idea of free will with the concept of God's plan?  

Morning Light introduces you to the new Executive Director for Catholic Charities of Idaho - he's a familiar face around the hallways of Salt & Light Radio ... Eddie Trask!  He shares his experiences from the past 6 weeks of on-the-job training, plus his short and long-term goals for CCI. Also, "save the date" - October 24 @ 5:30pm is the Harvest of Hope Gala & Dinner. Get your tickets now at www.ccigala.com or call 986-200-1142.

Morning Light welcomes back Kevan Grant, Principal of St. Mary's Catholic School. As the school celebrates it's 75th Anniversary this year, he shares some upcoming events with our listeners along with how Fr. Kucera supports the work being done at the school.

A graduate of Bishop Kelly in 2021 and now a senior at the University of Idaho, Morning Light welcomes Peter Behrend to discuss the next chapter of his faith journey - becoming a FOCUS missionary!    

Cari Moodie provides our Faith Community Nursing segment on Morning Light. Cari talks about the importance of this beautiful ministry in our parishes. Also, there is an opening at Holy Apostles - learn more at www.CatholicIdaho.org  

"Vocations Focus" is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month during Morning Light. In this bonus edition (5th Thursday) Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse talk with Sister Mary Catherine Siminski, Chaplain at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston and a member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondolet.

Br. Joseph & Fr. Jonathan from the Fraternity of Verbum Spei Submit your kids’ questions at…https://saltandlightradio.com/catholic-kids-questions   

Pat King's Man Cave is heard every other Wednesday as part of Morning Light. On the heels of the DNC and a recent heavy metal concert he was attending, Pat shares ways that parents can bring up healthy Catholic kids in a culture that wants them to make bad choices.

Morning Light presents "Faith & Feasts" with Tereza Zepeda, highlighting the saints and feast days in the coming week. Also, more about the "mission year" - part of the National Eucharistic Revival.

Amy Ives from Communal Change couldn’t be with us today so Morning Light presents this encore of last month’s Catholic Counseling segment.  

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in S.E. Boise. Today, Chef talks about how cucumbers from the Old Testament may have been more of a melon that what we find in the grocery store of today.

Alanna Burg from the Idaho Lay Dominicans joins Morning Light to continue their series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Colossians… today, Chapter 3.  

The Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith in a new segment of Morning Light called "Why Catholics Do That."  Today’s topic - “The Missalette.”  What exactly is a missalette and the history behind it? Shouldn’t Catholics just read the Bible? How important is it for us to sing and respond during Mass? Where can we purchase our own copy?  

Monday mornings during the month of August, Morning Light has presented our Back-to-School series - today, Dr. Sarah Quilici, Principal of Bishop Kelly High School joins us to wrap up ther series.  Based on her article in the new Idaho Catholic Register, she goes into more depth on the House System and how it helps build community at BK.

Cathryn Gardner from Our Lady of the Rosary joins Morning Light for our "Sacred Music" segment this week. Today’s theme is “King of Kings” and here are the musical selections: King of Kings - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AfOOksq7kFI The King of Kings, Christ Jesus Reigns - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWplES5HCY0 King of Kings - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQl4izxPeNU Messiah - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IUZEtVbJT5c

Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, returns to Morning Light with a couple of upcoming events - learn more at www.CatholicIdaho.org.  We also finish our series regarding the paragraphs in the Catechism of the Catholic Church that talk about marriage. (CCC #1657 & #1658)

Morning Light welcomes back Fr. John Mosier, pastor of St. Mark's Catholic Community in Boise. Thursday mornings kick off with our segment surrounding vocations.  Father tells his powerful story of BOTH the vocation of marriage and his current vocation to the priesthood. He shares ideas that men and women can use to properly discern what the Lord has planned for their futures.

Catholic Kids Questions returns to Morning Light as Gabe sits down with Brother Thomas and Brother John Paul from the Fraternity of Verbum Spei. Submit your kids' questions on our website: www.SaltandLightRadio.com/catholic-kids-questions ... cuz Catholic kids wanna know!

Morning Light presents "Through the Fire" - giving men the tools to build the domestic Church, and the weapons to defend it. In this episode, David Fortin & Dcn. Don Prendergast talk about the subject of "Authority." To hear more on Dcn. Don, visit the website of Spirit of Truth Radio Arts at:  www.castingthe.net 

Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. After looking ahead at the Saints and feast days in the coming week, Teresa talks about the Year of Mission that has come out of the recent National Eucharistic Congress.

Jarrod Crump from Meridian Advanced Psychiatry joins Morning Light today to talk about mood. Is there a difference between disordered mood…and mood disorder? Are there different types of mood disorders? What treatment plans are out there? Tune in and learn more or reach out to Jarrod at https://map-clinic.com/providers-2

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in S.E. Boise. Today, we learn about the "Fruits of the Spirit" as our co-hosts feast upon a thick slice of banana bread smothered with fruit and Greek yogurt!

Josh Andrus & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light once again to continue their series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Colossians… today, Chapter 2.  

The Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith. Morning Light presents "Why Catholics Do That" with today’s topic covering “Catholic Aerobics.” 

Monday mornings during the month of August, Morning Light presents our Back-to-School series - today, Bill Avey - President of Bishop Kelly High School joins us to give us an update on all things related to the Knights.

During our weekly "Passionately Pro-Life" segment, David Ripley from Idaho Chooses Life stops by Morning Light to discuss Idaho's Defense of Life Act.

Diana Carrillo joins Morning Light today as we continue a brand new segment aimed at Catholic women - “Blessed & Beautiful.”  Diana shares a bit about herself, then discusses this month's theme - God's timeline.  

Morning Light introduces you to Emily Sanchez from Holy Apostles parish in Meridian who heads up the group "Young Adult Teams of Mary." Tune in to find out more about this group.

In this "Best of" Catholic Book Club, Morning Light presents this encore of our interview with Mike Aquilina regarding his latest book "Feasts of Our Fathers."

Kris Foster from St. Mark's Catholic Community provides this week's "Sacred Music" segment of Morning Light. With today celebrating the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Kris shares her version of Salve Regina.

Morning Light welcomes back Gina Schmidt for our Faith Community Nursing segment. Back to school is an exciting time for our children, but they are also exposed to illness. Gina provides some tips on how to keep your kids healthy as they head back to class this week.

"Vocations Focus" is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month as part of Morning Light. In this episode, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse chat with Dcn. Sal Carranza, Director of Diaconate for the Diocese of Boise.

Morning Light presents "The Catholic Attic" - our monthly catechesis lesson from Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. Paul's Catholic Church in Nampa. August means kids going back to school and Father talks about St. Paul's Catholic SCHOOL and how his faculty and staff approach a quality education along with solid formation in the faith.

Every other Wednesday morning, tune in for Pat King's Man Cave during Morning Light. Pat discusses the issues that Catholic men face in today's culture.

"Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda, with tips on how to turn ordinary situations into supernatural opportunities. Tune in and learn more about our Saints and their feast days.

From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Morning Light welcomes back Dr. Kathy Edwards…here today to talk about communication skills. Have you ever heard of “true, necessary, and kind.” How do we assert our needs in this world but still make sure we are not being aggressive or rude or unkind? Here are some Scripture passages to help you out: James 1:19 - Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger. Ephesians 4:29 - Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building  others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. Proverbs 18:13 - To answer before listening – that is folly and shame. Proverbs 18:2 - Fools find no pleasure in understanding but delight in airing their own opinions. Proverbs 12:18 - The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.  

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in S.E. Boise. Chef could not be with us this morning so we jumped into the Way-Back Machine to grab this "Best of" segment from June 30, 2020 talking about Caesar Salad.

Alanna Burg & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to continue their series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Colossians… today, Chapter 1, verses 15-29.  

Morning Light presents "Why Catholics Do That" - The Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith. Today’s topic - “Vestments.” 

Monday mornings during the month of August, Morning Light presents our Back-to-School series - today, Tammy Emerich - Superintendent of Idaho Catholic Schools joins us to talk about a variety of topics relating to Catholic education.

Emily Naugle returns to Morning Light with pointers on pro-life conversations. Also, Emily talks about a pro-life event taking place at St. Mark’s this Thursday.  

Rachel Gehring joins Morning Light today as we continue a brand new segment aimed at Catholic women - “Blessed & Beautiful.”  Rachel shares a bit about herself as a spiritual director, then discusses this month's theme - God's timeline. Learn more about Rachel’s ministry work at transformedbymercy.net  

After taking the month of July off for a well-deserved summer break, Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, returns to Morning Light today to walk us through a fresh new issue hot off the press!

Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, joins Morning Light today to discuss a variety of topics… Overland Food Pantry Feeding veterans and National Guard families - Monthly food delivery to Gowen Field continues to grow with 122 National Guard families served this week.   Also, the next Feeding America's Heroes event is September 11 at the Boise VA Hospital.  We expect to distribute food and other supplies to over 500 vets and their families. Reentry Services - SVdP has been awarded a grant from the Murdock Foundation to have two Reentry Specialists with offices inside two prisons south of Boise.  

John Vitz from Angelus Music returns to Morning Light today to provide a fun, interactive "Sacred Music" segment. Based on his musical "The Cure' of Ars" the 3 of us act out the scene during John Vianney’s Exam for Ordination.  Learn more at www.angelusmusic.com 

Heart of a Child Ministries is a nationally recognized ministry which offers Celebration of Life presentations for all ages across the country. One such presentation will take place on Saturday, September 7th from 11:45am to 1:30pm at Holy Apostles Catholic Church in Meridian. Lisa Miranda stops by Morning Light with more details and to encourage people to register at: https://www.catholicidaho.org/event/celebration-of-life-presentation---heart-of-a-child-ministries 

As classes are set to begin August 19th, Alberto Jaramillo from Bronco Catholic drops by Morning Light to give us a glimpse of what students can expect this year at St. Paul's on the BSU campus.

This is part 2 of Gabe's chat with Teresa Zepeda as Morning Light continues our new segment, "Catholic Kids Questions" - because Catholic Kids want to know! Submit your kids’ questions on our website under the Contact Us tab at:  https://saltandlightradio.com/catholic-kids-questions   

Morning Light presents "Through the Fire" with David Fortin and Dcn. Don Prendergast - giving men the tools to build the domestic church, and the spiritual weapons to defend it. Learn more at the Spirit of Truth Radio Arts website: www.CastingThe.net 

"Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. After highlighting the Saints and feast days in the coming week, Teresa shines the spotlight on Edith Stein - you know her as St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross

"Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Dr. Joe Lipetzky, talking today about "justice."  

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron - owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary in S.E. Boise. Chef brings a couscous salad to Brian & Hope while he teaches us about manna.

Josh Andrus & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today as they kick-off a new series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Colossians.  

Morning Light presents "Why Catholics Do That" - The Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith. Today’s topic - “The Tabernacle.”

Monday mornings during the month of August, Morning Light presents our Back-to-School series - today, joining us from Cottonwood, Brian Cummings, Principal of St. John Bosco Academy.   

Randy Stewart from St. Edward's parish in Twin Falls joins Morning Light for our "Passionately Pro-Life" segment. Randy is part of the pro-life ministry and shares the details on Thursday's Mass and Eucharistic Procession across the Perrine Bridge.

Diann Scheetz joins us today to help launch a brand new segment on Morning Light which is aimed at Catholic women - “Blessed & Beautiful” - talking about topics that affect Idaho women from all walks of life.   

Morning Light introduces you to Tom & Noelle Crowe, who bring you the  www.AmericanCatholicHistory.org website as well as podcasts and social media offerings. They also offer pilgrimages right here in America!

Jim Valois joins Morning Light - author of the book “Our Lady's Prophecies - God's Messages for our Time” available through Sophia Institute Press. Jim was our guest back on Friday, March 1st - check out the podcast of that interview. Today, he’s here to promote a different cause - that of Charlene Marie Richard.  Learn more at https://www.theamericanconservative.com/the-miraculous-charlene-richard 

Ken Jercha, who provides music for both Holy Apostles and Our Lady of the Valley, joins Morning Light today for our Sacred Music segment. With the feast of the Assumption coming up on August 15th, Ken performs a classic from John Michael Talbot - "Holy is His Name."  

Cari Moodie from Saint Alphonsus Health System joins Morning Light today for our Faith Community Nursing segment, talking about managing life in extreme heat. What causes our poor air quality? What is a “red flag” warning? How do we stay safe when this triple-digit heat hangs on? The more you listen...the more you learn!

"Vocations Focus" is heard on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month during Morning Light. Today, Mary Ellen Nourse catches us with the visiting Fr. Reuben Nuxoll from the Legionaries of Christ.

Morning Light continues our new segment - "Catholic Kids Questions." Today, Gabe talks with Teresa Zepeda about saints…’cuz Catholic Kids want to know! Submit your kids’ questions on our website under the Contact Us tab at… https://saltandlightradio.com/catholic-kids-questions 

Morning Light presents Pat King's Man Cave as Pat looks at the controversial opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics.

"Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. Today, she highlights the saints and feast days coming up over the next seven days.

"Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, Dr. Kevin Laughlin joins us to discuss the Code of the West and how mental illness affects rural America.

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in S.E. Boise. 

Josh Andrus & Pam Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to continue their series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Philippians…today, chapter 4.  

"Why Catholics Do That" - the Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith. Today on Morning Light - “The Altar" - 1) Why must every Catholic church have an altar?  2) How does the altar of the Old Testament differ from the altar of today?  3) Can you describe what is meant by “the sacrifice of the Mass”?  

Morning Light concludes our series for the month of July as Fr. John Kucera, pastor of St. Mary’s parish here in Boise - gives us part 5 of 5 discussing “The Gifts of the Holy Spirit.”

Casey & Katie Pieplow join Morning Light today during our weekly "Passionately Pro-Life" segment to share their foster care experience.

Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “He Gave Us So Much - A Tribute to Benedict the XVI” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage reads Chapter 1 of this book written by Robert Cardinal Sarah…reflecting on what Benedict’s pontificate gave to the Catholic Church! Today’s episode offers a conclusion to the first Chapter of this book.  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org   

Morning Light shines the spotlight on the Idaho Knights of Columbus. Today, we chat with Paul Consalvo, the Grand Knight of Council #899 at Sacred Heart parish of Boise. Paul recently moved to Boise via time spent at Utah State University and his home state of Florida. Once he planted himself in the City of Trees, he immediately found a new family with Council #899 and became one of the youngest Grand Knights in the state. Find out what Paul loves about the Knights and why other young Catholic men should join too.

Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, joins Morning Light today to talk about news from their Boise Overland Food Pantry. Check out this recent story in the Idaho Statesman:   https://www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/community/boise/article290206089.html Also, big changes are coming to the Thrift Store system as a major renovation of the flagship store on State Street and Pierce Park in Boise is scheduled soon!    

Providing our weekly Sacred Music segment, Morning Light welcomes back Cathryn Gardner from Our Lady of the Rosary. Today’s topic is Teaching, specifically teaching children's catechism in honor of VBS next week at OLR: Blest are They (Notre Dame Folk Choir) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzH-Vo4ocRo 10 Commandments Song - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ho5jgKt3P5E The Fruit of the Spirit Song - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1t8MVZRNb4 The Greatest Commandment (Porter’s Gate) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pElUWTNsYXU  

Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light to continue his series on the paragraphs in the Catechism pertaining to marriage. Today, CCC paragraph #1655 talking about the Domestic Church.  

Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light to promote the many upcoming events coming from his office at the Pastoral Center.

Morning Light continues our new segment - "Catholic Kids Questions" - as Gabe Ryan talks once again with Ginger Mortensen from St. Mark's in Boise…’cuz Catholic Kids want to know! Submit your kids’ questions on our website under the Contact Us tab at… https://saltandlightradio.com/catholic-kids-questions   

Today on Morning Light, we introduce a new men’s segment that will rotate with Pat King’s “Man Cave” - a show called “Through the Fire” with David Fortin & Dcn. Don Prendergast, giving men the tools to build the domestic Church...and the spiritual weapons to defend it!

"Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. After highlighting the saints we get to celebrate over the next 7 days, Teresa shines the spotlight on the trio of Saints Martha, Mary and Lazarus.

Catholic Counseling is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, we welcome back Amy Ives from Communal Change, LLC. Amy is an LCPC in the State of Idaho with a specialty in Marriage and Family Therapy.  Today’s topic: “a formula for communicating with difficult people.“  Learn more at https://catholictherapistsidaho.org or https://communalchange.com/staff    

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in SE Boise. Chef couldn’t be with us today, so this “Best of” segment is from Aug. 2, 2022 talking about Asparagus & Butter Sauces.

Josh Andrus & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to continue their series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Philippians…today, chapter 3, verses 12-21  

Morning Light presents our new series - "Why Catholics Do That" - the Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith. Today’s topic - “Statues & Stained Glass.”  Mary answers thy typical questions we field from non-Catholics: 1) Why do Catholics pray to statues? (they don’t!)  2) Why do Catholics spend money to decorate the inside of the churches?  3) The beauty of the Church in general.

Fr. John Kucera, pastor of St. Mary’s parish here in Boise, joins Morning Light to present part 4 of 5 of hist discussion surrounding “The Gifts of the Holy Spirit.” 

Riley Sieker joins Morning Light today to kick off NFP Awareness Week. Riley has a new fertility ministry called Galilee Fertility - learn more at https://galileefertility.com  She clears up some misconceptions about NFP, and shares a couple of success stories, including her own! Soon, she’ll be  launching a new program called The Wonder of Eve - an intro to fertility health and cycle-tracking for young women ages 14-18 and their moms.  

Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “He Gave Us So Much - A Tribute to Benedict the 16th” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage reads Chapter 1 of this book written by Robert Cardinal Sarah…reflecting on what Benedict’s pontificate gave to the Catholic Church!  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org   

The Idaho Catholic Women's Conference is coming up Saturday, September 14 to Holy Apostles in Meridian. Morning Light welcomes one of the keynote speakers - Fr. John Mosier, the new pastor of St. Mark's Catholic Community in Boise. Taken from Nehemiah 8:10, the theme of the conference is "The Joy of the Lord is Our Strength" and today Fr. Mosier gives us context behind the story of what's taking place in that passage.

Today on "Catholic Book Club," Morning Light welcomes Chicago author, Steven S. Thomas, sharing his new book - "Catholic Joe, Superhero." The Church and the World needs a superhero. This self-published fiction is described as a combination of today's action heroes fueled by a strong Catholic faith. To learn more or get a copy of the book for yourself, visit Steven's website www.CatholicJoeSuperhero.com 

During our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, John Vitz from Angelus Music joins Morning Light to share a couple of songs from 'The Cure' of Ars" based on the life of St. John Vianney.

Gina Schmidt returns to Morning Light with our Faith Community Nursing segment. Today, Gina talks about heat-related illness:  risk factors and prevention, statistics and safety tips. Who is at increased risk? What are the three main heat injuries? Is there a Patron Saint of heat-related illnesses? Tune in and learn more!  

"Vocations Focus" is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month as part of Morning Light. Today, Mary Ellen Nourse continues her conversation with Fr. Ed Nowak from the Paulist Fathers.

Morning Light presents "Catholic Kids Questions" - today, Gabe Ryan talks with Ginger Mortensen on a wide variety of interesting questions…’cuz Catholic Kids want to know! Submit your kids’ questions on our website under the Contact Us tab at… https://saltandlightradio.com/catholic-kids-questions   

Pat King returns to the St. Gabriel Studio for a live appearance during Morning Light! Pat talks about the importance of Catholic men to step up and tell their stories...also, engage your children regarding the Faith and be the spiritual leader in your household.

Teresa Zepeda joins Morning Light today for "Faith & Feasts" - talking about the Brown Scapular. What is the scapular and the backstory behind it? What do you do when you have to get a new scapular? Teresa also highlights the Saints and feast days coming up over the next 7 days. This is the 6th anniversary of this show - you can listen to the very first episode here: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/saltandlightradio/Faith_and_Feasts_Show_1_071718.mp3     

"Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, Jarrod Crump from Meridian Advanced Psychiatry talks about anxiety. What is anxiety exactly? How do we deal with it? How bad should anxiety get before going on medication? Learn more at https://catholictherapistsidaho.org

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light, hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in S.E. Boise. Today, with a plate of bread, honey and olive oil...Chef Lou teaches about how to engage non-believers as Christ and the Apostles did - if they do not welcome you, shake the dust from your sandals and move on.

Alanna Burg and Pamila Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today as they continue their new series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Philippians…today, Chapter 3, Verses 1-11  

Morning Light continues our new segment - "Why Catholics Do That." The Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith. Today’s topic - “CANDLES”  1) What are the symbols of candles?  2) Why are there extra candles that people light?  3) What is the meaning of the Paschal Candle?   The more you listen, the more you learn!  

Fr. John Kucera, pastor of St. Mary’s parish here in Boise - joins Morning Light for part 3 of 5 discussing “The Gifts of the Holy Spirit.”

During our weekly "Passionately Pro-Life" segment, Morning Light introduces you to Chad Hyslop from Lifeline of Nampa, talking about the many different ministry services they've offered over the past 39 years. Plus, Chad shares some needs of the Nesting Place as well as some upcoming events.

Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “He Gave Us So Much - A Tribute to Benedict the 16th” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage reads Chapter 1 of this book written by Robert Cardinal Sarah…reflecting on what Benedict’s pontificate gave to the Catholic Church!  Today's episode focuses on "THe Liturgy."  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org   

Pat King joins Morning Light to give us an update on the COR program being offered by the Idaho Knights of Columbus. Why should we encourage men to ask their parishes to conduct this program? Tune in and find out more!  

Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, joins Morning Light with a long list of updates!  Thank you to everyone who showed up to support the St. Dismas Reentry Conference at Westside Drive-In (both Park Center and State Street) and special thanks to Chef Lou for all of his support! The July 4th TNT Fireworks Stand helped to raise $14,300 for the Christmas Toy Store PLUS, an additional $2,700 was raised in direct donations! This Monday, July 15th from 5 to 9pm, it's Bardenay Give Back Night at their Downtown Boise location (610 W Grove St.) where 20% of sales go directly to the Christmas Toy Store. Finally, the Overland Food Pantry is in DIRE Need!! Typically, they need 50 pallets of food to be considered full...currently, they have only 4 pallets of food.  To help, please visit: www.svdpid.org/food   

Ken Jercha from Holy Apostles joins Morning Light today to talk about an upcoming Evangelism Retreat at Our Lady of the Valley in Caldwell then plays a medley of Jesus hymns for us.

Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light to highlight some upcoming events and also continues his series on the paragraphs in the Catechism pertaining to marriage, covering CCC #1652-1654.  

Morning Light talks with the Bronco Catholic team of Alberto Jaramillo & Mary Marcak, Operational Manager. They talk about the changes on the formation side of the student center and highlight some of the first events of the new school year.  

Morning Light presents "The Catholic Attic" - our monthly catechesis lesson from Fr. Justin Brady, Pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa. This month, Father discusses the differences between sacramentals and superstitions.

Morning Light presents "Man Cave" as Pat King & David Fortin bring you Part 2 of their conversation with Dr. George Ceremuga.

"Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. Today, she highlights the Saints and feasts over the next seven days...then, rewinds to July 12 where we shine the spotlight on Saints Louis and Zélie Martin.

"Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light, where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Dr. Kathy Edwards talking about patience and self-control.

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in SE Boise. Last week's "best of" episode from 3 years featured crepes as Chef taught the lesson on "eating scrolls." Today, he is in-studio teaching a similar lesson with passages from Amos and Revelation while Brian & Hope enjoy "Little Nothin's" - white bread pressed down with raspberry jam rolled inside, dipped in pancake batter and deep fried. 

Alanna Burg and John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today as they continue their series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Philippians.  

Morning Light launches a new segment today -  "Why Catholics Do That."  The Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our weekly guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith. Today’s topic talks about “Holy Water.”  Why is it in Catholic churches?  Who can use it an how is it actually made?  The more you listen, the more you learn!

Fr. John Kucera, pastor of St. Mary’s parish here in Boise, returns to Morning Light to continue our July series.  Today, part 2 of 5 discussing “The Gifts of the Holy Spirit.” 

Lois Anderson, Executive Director of Oregon Right to Life, returns to Morning Light to share stories of her very busy month of June and then she looks ahead to a couple of special things over the summer.

Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “He Gave Us So Much - A Tribute to Benedict the 16th” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage reads parts of this book written by Robert Cardinal Sarah…reflecting on what Benedict’s pontificate gave to the Catholic Church! Today’s episode is an Introduction to Chapter 1.  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org   

Charles Fuschillo, CEO/President of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, joins Morning Light today to talk about a free educational conference on July 18th as part of its Educating America Tour to provide Idaho residents with information about brain health, caregiving, support services, and more.  It will take place at the Springhill Suites in Boise. To learn more or to register for this free Alzheimer’s educational program, please visit www.alzfdn.org/tour or calling 866-232-8484.    

Morning Light presents Catholic Book Club, moderated today by Jesse Romero, sharing his upcoming book, One Lord, One Faith, One Church (released July 16) through Sophia Institute Press. What is a “church,” and does man define the term differently from how God defines it?  Did God intend to create an unlimited number of churches with differing beliefs and practices? What are the four supernatural proofs for the one true Church? These and many other questions are answered in Jesse's new book!    

Gabe Ryan talks with Br. Joseph Geiger, LC as Morning Light continues our new segment - "Catholic Kids Questions"…’cuz Catholic Kids want to know!   Submit your kids’ questions on our website under the Contact Us tab at…https://saltandlightradio.com/catholic-kids-questions   

Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King & David Fortin. Today, they share Part 1 of their conversation with Dr. George Ceremuga. Catholic men - time to get off the couch and start taking better care of ourselves!

"Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. On this feast of St. Thomas the Apostle, she gives us a rundown of the feasts for the next week and then - “3 Helpful Truths to Remember When Planning a Wedding.”  

Catholic Counseling is a weekly segment of Morning Light, where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Dr. Joe Lipetzky to talk about "patience" and how to instill those skills into our kids.  

Chef Lou Aaron could not be with us this morning. Morning Light jumps in the Way-Back Machine and plucked this "Best of" segment from July 6, 2021 talking about “Eating Scrolls?!?”

Pam Jaszkowiak and Josh Andrus from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light as they continue their new series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Philippians…today, kicking off Chapter 2.  

Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors at The Magis Center, joins Morning Light today to continue our discussion on modern Faith & Science, Eucharistic Miracles, and Truth.   

Fr. John Kucera, pastor of St. Mary’s parish here in Boise, joins Morning Light to kick-off a new series for the month of July. Today, part 1 of 5 discussing “The Gifts of the Holy Spirit” 

Attorney Megan Wold joins Morning Light today to break down the recent verdict from the Supreme Court regarding Idaho law and EMTALA.  

Mareesa Rule, Development Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, stops by Morning Light with results of Summerfest! Also, the SVdP Firework Stand is open in the Albertsons parking lot on Glenwood & State Street.  Hours: Friday, June 28: 12pm - 6pm, June 29 - July 3: 10am - 10pm, July 4: 10am - 6pm  

Filling in for Jay Wonacott's Marriage & Family Life segment, Roland Corral stops by Morning Light to share details on the upcoming BASIC men's retreat at Camp JPII the end of July. Learn more on the Upcoming Events page of www.CatholicIdaho.org 

Alberto Jaramillo from Bronco Catholic joins Morning Light once again to share what's happening at St. Paul's Student Center on the Boise State campus. Some improvements are being made to the center in hopes to create experiences in the coming school year.

"Catholic Kids Questions" is a new series on Morning Light, hosted by Gabe Ryan…’cuz Catholic Kids want to know!  Today, it's part 2 of his discussion with the Sisters of Life as they answer questions about vocations. Submit your kids’ questions on our website: https://saltandlightradio.com/catholic-kids-questions   

"Man Cave" is a segment on Morning Light hosted by Pat King & David Fortin as they share Part 2 of their conversation with Deacon Don Prendergast 

Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. For years, we've talked about the book "Drinking With the Saints" during the show. Today, Teresa talks with the author - Dr. Michael P. Foley along with "official taste-tester" - his wife, Alexandra!

"Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light, where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, we welcome Amy Ives, LCPC to our rotation of wonderful Catholic counselors. Amy is with Communal Change, LLC and has a specialty in Marriage and Family Therapy. Learn more at https://communalchange.com/staff 

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in SE Boise. Today, while we enjoy a generous slab of delicious banana bread...Chef Lou talks about the Bread of Life - Jesus - and how we need to trust Him more with our daily lives.

Alanna Burg and Josh Andrus from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to kick off a new series on St. Paul's letter to the Philippians…  

Does Faith take a vacation? When making your summer vacation plans, make sure you find a parish and their Mass times!  Eric Meyer returns to Morning Light with a great story about attending Mass in Puerto Rico with a church full of tourists!  

Charlie Ineck, seminarian for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light to talk about this past year, his summer plans, and what he's looking forward to this Autumn when classes resume.

Cy Kellett, host of Catholic Answers Live, did a series of fundraising events for us last week in eastern Idaho and the Magic Valley. Morning Light had a chance to sit down with Cy and ask about his thoughts on the importance of Catholic Radio.

Morning Light welcomes back Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press! The next issue of the ICR will come out August 9 - they do not publish during July.  

Today’s moderator of Catholic Book Club on Morning Light is the president and CEO of the Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights, the nation’s largest Catholic civil rights organization - Bill Donohue - talking about his latest book, “Cultural Meltdown” available through Sophia Institute Press at  https://sophiainstitute.com/product/cultural-meltdown   

Kris Foster, music director for St. Mark’s in Boise, joins Morning Light today to share a little history about the Sacred Heart of Jesus and some personal reflection on the dedication of the month of June to this devotion. 

Our "Faith Community Nursing" segment can be heard on Morning Light every other Thursday. Today, Cari Moodie shares some great information about June being Men’s Health Month. And, in honor of Father’s Day, we will say the Memorare to St. Joseph to wrap up.  

Vocations Focus is heard the first and third Thursday of the month during Morning Light. Today, Mary Ellen Nourse visits with Fr. Ed Nowak from the Paulist Fathers

Gabe Ryan discusses pro-life topics with the Sisters of Life as Morning Light launches this new segment - "Catholic Kids Questions"…because Catholic Kids want to know! Submit your questions on our website under Contact Us.   

Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and David Fortin. Today, they introduce you to Deacon Don Prendergast to share his story.

Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. She gives us a rundown of saints to celebrate over the next couple of weeks. Then, more resources for you and your family to discover this summer.

"Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, Jarrod Crump from Meridian Advanced Psychiatry talks about "dealing with the past" - discussing things like wounds and trauma.  

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary in SE Boise. Today, while Brian & Hope enjoy a refreshing corn salad, Chef Lou talks about the two times that a certain farm implement shows up in Scripture. Are we the fruit of the harvest? Or, the chaff that gets tossed in the fire?

Pam Jaszkowiak & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to conclude their series on Galatians as they cover Chapter 6.  

Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors at The Magis Center, joins Morning Light today to continue our discussion on modern Faith & Science, Eucharistic Miracles, and Truth.   

Al Kresta, longtime Catholic radio host, author, and founder & president of Ave Maria Radio, died Saturday at his Michigan home after a battle with liver cancer. He was 72. Al Kresta was our keynote speaker at a fundraising event in June of 2015. As a tribute, Morning Light shares a brief interview from back then with this Catholic media giant.

How can parents raise pro-life children in today's culture? During our weekly "Passionately Pro-Life" segment, Morning Light welcomes Ben & Shay Greenwood and three for their children to discuss that very question.

Curtis Martin founded FOCUS in 1998 alongside his wife Michaelann. They live in Colorado and have been blessed with nine children and ten grandchildren (so far.) What was the inspiration for starting the FOCUS ministry? Curtis joins Morning Light today to discuss why FOCUS is such a draw for young people to want to become missionaries?

Ray Hynson & Ken Rief from the Idaho Knights of Columbus both join Morning Light to discuss, among other things, patriotism (Flag Day!) Ray served in the Army (Happy Birthday to the Army today, too!) for many years and shares how the Knights of Columbus was key to certain times in the military.

Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, joins Morning Light once again with some timely updates. First off - a reminder that Summerfest is coming up next Friday, June 21st @ Château des Fleurs - limited seating is still available at www.svdpid.org  Also, some recent highlights and stories from the Re-entry Program.  

John Vitz from Angelus Music provides our "Sacred Music" segment today on Morning Light. June is the month dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. John wrote "A Mass for Peace in the Third Millennium" and dedicated to the Sacred Heart so we share a track from the CD. Also, a story about St. John Vianney and a song from "The Cure' of Ars" - a musical on his life.

Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life, joins Morning Light with a long list of upcoming events. His office is working on a men's retreat for July 25-28...a parenting seminar Sept. 20-21...and a "Banquet of Love" on Oct. 19. So, break out your calendar then tune in to learn more!

Alberto Jaramillo from Bronco Catholic stops by Morning Light. You might think that things are quiet on the Boise State campus with the students on summer break. Alberto shares some events and projects that are coming up in the near future.

"The Catholic Attic" is our monthly get-together with Fr. Justin Brady, Pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa. Some strange things have happened over the years at the Salt & Light Radio building. Father talks with Morning Light about exorcism as we sort out the spiritual from the superstitious.

"Man Cave" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and David Fortin. With the recent controversial Harrison Butker speech, Fr. Larry Barile offers a homily on the subject which is then discussed further by our two favorite cavemen in today's episode.

"Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. After she takes a quick look at the saints and feasts days in the week ahead, she also shares some resources that you should check out this summer.

"Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Dr. Kathy Edwards…talking about “Kindness.”   Ephesians 4:32 - Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you. Luke 6:35 - But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return, and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High, for he is kind to the ungrateful and the evil. Proverbs 11:17 - A man who is kind benefits himself, but a cruel man hurts himself. Colossians 3:12 - Put on then, as God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience, Proverbs 31:26 - She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.

Chef Lou Aaron is the owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in SE Boise. Since he could not be with Morning Light today, so we pulled this Best of "Cooking With Scripture" from June 8, 2021 - talking about mustard.

Morning Light welcomes Alanna Burg & Pamila Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans to continue their new series on Galatians…today, they cover Chapter 5.  

The Catholic Company Man, Eric Meyer, could not be with us today. So, Morning Light jumped into the Way-Back Machine for this "best of" segment from March 25th of this year. Eric shares a funny story about just how many Catholic prayers exist, and how a small group in a tiny chapel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin went through a LOT of them in just one service!

Nathan Ribb, seminarian for the Diocese of Boise, stops by Morning Light to talk about his past year at Bishop White Seminary in Spokane. He also shares his interesting summer plans with us and how older seminarians become mentors to help the younger men through the early parts of their formation process.

Passionately Pro-Life is a segment that kicks-off every Marvelous Monday edition of Morning Light.  Today, Emily Naugle stops by to share two events - the Mass of Hope tonight at St. Mark's parish in Boise ... and the pro-life Gala coming up June 27th.

Mass to ordain two new permanent Deacons to the Diocese of Boise (one for Immaculate Conception in Buhl and the other to Risen Christ in Boise.)  Due to a back injury, Bishop Peter Christensen was unable to celebrate today's Mass. Special thanks to Bishop Peter Smith from the Archdiocese of Portland for filling in on such short notice.

Salt & Light Catholic Radio presents “Keeping the Lord’s Day Holy.” Based on the 1998 Encyclical from Pope Saint John Paul II, Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage shares more about WHY the 7th day is holy and HOW we can keep it that way!  Today’s episode looks at the Life of the Church and offers a conclusion to this series.  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org   

This week, during the Sacred Music segment of Morning Light, Ken Jercha from Holy Apostles shares a beautiful song "I Hear His Voice" - in talking about the upcoming days that focus on the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

Gina Schmidt returns to Morning Light for our Faith Community Nursing segment. June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month so Gina shares some statistics for migraines and the most common types of headaches. What is the difference between a migraine and a headache? What are some treatment options? Who is the Patron Saint of Headaches?  Tune in and learn more!  

Morning Light presents Vocations Focus on the first and third Thursday of each month. Today, Mary Ellen Nourse interviews Fr. Henry Nguyen from the Priests of the Sacred Heart Dehonians USA. You may not have heard of the Dehonians but there are 2,800 of them around the world!  Tune in and find out more about this religious order.

Carol Brown from Salt & Light Radio caught up with one of the Serra Route pilgrims during last week’s National Eucharistic Pilgrimage across southern Idaho as we wrap up this edition of Morning Light with her interview of Chas Firestone East.

Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King & David Fortin. Today, enjoy part 2 of their interview with Bear Woznick on “Fatherhood” in regards to Bear's new book - "12 Rules for Manliness: Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?"  

Teresa Zepeda returns to Morning Light for her weekly segment - "Faith & Feasts." After her Quick Look at the week ahead, she recommends some resources worth checking out this summer.

"Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Dr. Joe Lipetzky, as he continues to go through the book "Character Building" by David Isaacs. Today's chapter covers the topic of "Industriousness" and how we can prevent our kids from becoming lazy - rather, wanting to help out around the house or help do something nice for others.

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light, hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in S.E. Boise. While our co-hosts dive in to an artichoke, Deacon Lou talks about the different covenants in the Old and New Testaments...and how blood played a part in both!

John Keenan & Pamila Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to continue their new series on Galatians…today, they cruise through Chapter 4!  

Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors at The Magis Center, joins Morning Light today to continue our discussion on modern Faith & Science, Eucharistic Miracles, and Truth.   

Bill Avey, President of Bishop Kelly High School, joins Morning Light today to share details about a new BK publication, "Sacred Spaces."  This remarkable project is the Senior Service work of Sofia Kartel, a member of the BK Class of 2024.  Katie Hays then took Sofia's content and turned it into an engaging flipbook format. To access the flipbook, simply click here.  

Morning Light catches up with Adam Schwend, Western Regional Coordinator for Susan B Anthony Pro-life America. Adam will be the Keynote Speaker at the Right to Life of Idaho dinner gala, coming up June 26th at the Galaxy Event Center in Meridian. Search www,EventBrite.com to purchase your tickets before June 12th!  

Salt & Light Catholic Radio presents “Keeping the Lord’s Day Holy.” Based on the 1998 Encyclical from Pope Saint John Paul II, Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage shares more about WHY the 7th day is holy and HOW we can keep it that way! Today’s episode focuses on the Exodus and the First Covenant. To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org   

Morning Light catches up with George Mesina, current Idaho State Deputy with the Knights of Columbus. George has been following the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage across southern Idaho. He shares with us what being a Knight has meant to him, and to others, over the years.  

Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, joins Morning Light today to talk about their Summerfest Gala coming up on Friday, June 21st. There will be silent auction items donated by incarcerated artists.  Ralph brings in a beautiful painting by a citizen who learned to paint in prison. Get your tickets at https://svdpid.org/summerfest 

During our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, Morning Light introduces you to Miriam Marston, host of “Blazing the Trail” heard on Mater Dei Radio Wednesday evenings at 8:30pm Boise time. Miriam Marston is a singer-songwriter, author, and speaker based out of Portland and also serves as director of faith formation at St. Anthony Parish in Tigard. Miriam shares how music has always been a part of her life and journey of faith. Listen to her show by clicking: https://materdeiradio.com/category/blazing-the-trail   

Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light to continue his series on the paragraphs in the Catechism pertaining to marriage. Today, we focus on CCC 1646 - 1647.

The month of May has five Thursdays so Morning Light presents a BONUS edition of Vocations Focus! Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse talk with Diana Decker, President of the Serra Club of North Idaho, a group dedicated to raising awareness of religious vocations for young men and women.

Morning Light presents our third and final interview with Sister Mary Joachim from the Gode Catholic Mission in Ethiopia. This chat discusses her current mission and the conditions she has to work in.  Church Builders has organized a website for donations to help the work of Sister Mary Joachim at the Gode Catholic Mission in Ethiopia. Visit the website to learn more at: https://www.churchbuilders.us/code-catholic-mission.html  Or, you can also mail a check or money order to: Church Builders P.O. Box 9035 Boise, ID  83707 Please write in the memo line that it’s for “Mission of Hope” Watch this short video about the Mission:  https://youtu.be/pynedAFyYeE    

Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and David Fortin. Today, the guys catch up with EWTN star, author, speaker and World Champion Tandem Surfer - Bear Woznick. As Bear continues to promote his latest book, this is part 1 of a conversation about fatherhood (Father's Day is coming up June 16th!)

"Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. Today, she highlights the events of today through Friday as the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage moves to the Magic Valley later this morning. Register for those events at the website for the Diocese of Boise: https://www.catholicidaho.org/national-eucharistic-pilgrimage 

Elijah Klaas from Bishop Kelly High School in Boise is the latest recipient of the Blessed Carlo Acutis Distinguished Graduate Award.  Nominated by Ted Klaas who says “Elijah is an excellent student who has shown his devotion to our Lord, Jesus Christ  by service  in his community.  He is not swayed by a culture of alcohol and drugs.  Elijah uses his  gifts of athleticism to share the blessings of God to those around him. He and his family prepare and distribute food boxes. And he helps those less able to maintain their homes and yards. Elijah is a blood donor.” Elijah will be attending the University of Idaho studying law.

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary in SE Boise. Today, the theme is "flame" - whether it's cooking over an open flame or the flame of the Holy Spirit - Chef delves into the theme while the co-hosts enjoy beef skewers with fire-roasted onions and tortillas.

Josh Andrus & Alanna Burg from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to continue their new series on Galatians…today, focusing on Chapter 3, verses 15-29.  

Mother Mary Paul & Sister Mary Agnes from the Sisters of Divine Grace join Morning Light to wrap up our series on Our Lady during this month of May (devoted to the Blessed Mother.) This final installment discusses how modern women can look to Mary as a model of femininity. 

As the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage prepares to make its way across southern Idaho this week, Morning Light catches up with Dan Lopez from Blessed Sacrament parish in Ontario, OR about the schedule of events today leading up to the hand-off between the Diocese of Baker and the Diocese of Boise.

Salt & Light Catholic Radio presents “Keeping the Lord’s Day Holy.” Based on the 1998 Encyclical from Pope Saint John Paul II, Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage shares more about WHY the 7th day is holy and HOW we can keep it that way! In today’s episode, Sister shares more about the Genesis account of Creation.  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

Morning Light welcomes back Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press!  

Today on "Catholic Book Club," Morning Light welcomes Mike Aquilina, co-author of “Feast of Our Fathers: Praying the Church Year with the Early Christians” along with Adam Lucas.  To get your copy of this great new book, visit www.catholicbooksdirect.com  

Cathryn Gardner from Our Lady of the Rosary parish in SE Boise joins Morning Light to cover our weekly "Sacred Music" segment and shares snippets of the following songs: Just Like You- Matt Maher  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPg4JWwthSc Just a Closer Walk With Thee  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5BqXzyPkA4 You Are Holy (Prince of Peace)   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0xUnb35-6E  

Leonardo Sanchez from Bishop Kelly High School is the latest recipient of the Blessed Carlo Acutis Distinguished Graduate Award. He was nominated by Laura Reeping at St. Paul's who says: “Leo is a young man who practices his Faith.  He attended St. Paul's School from 6th to 8th grade, was an altar server and in the choir at school and parish masses. He is a lector, youth minister, camp counselor at Jr. High Camp, and is always willing to be a light of Christ to others, especially his peers. 

Gina Schmidt returns to Morning Light to cover some general summer health and safety topics. Summer is actually a time of year when many accidents and injuries occur. So, Gina joins us to help you and your families get prepared for fun in the sun and water.   

In our weekly vocations segment, Morning Light introduces you to Fr. Larry Barile from the Diocese of Norwich, CT.  Fr. Larry is a late vocation to the priesthood, having been a husband, father and respiratory therapist for almost 30 years before joining the seminary! Tune in and listen to his unique story that proves how the Lord can write straight with crooked lines.

Morning Light shares part 2 of our conversation with Sister Mary Joachim from the Gode Catholic Mission in Ethiopia. This chat is entitled “Global Faith.”

Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and David Fortin. Today, they discuss the subject - "Are Men Expendable?"  Tune in for the discussion!

"Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, Jarrod Crump, Family Nurse Practitioner that has been working in healthcare since 2015 and exclusively in mental health since 2020. He is part of the team at Meridian Advanced Psychiatry (https://map-clinic.com) Today, Jarrod talks about emotions - what are they and why do we have them?  Can we say that some emotions are bad, while others are good?  Why does it matter to know our emotions and how to deal with them?  What are some resources for people? If you're looking for a Catholic Counselor for your own needs, a great resource is https://catholictherapistsidaho.org   

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in SE Boise. Today, our co-hosts are presented with a choice: a healthy salad...or a slice of cheese pizza. How many times in our daily lives do we choose that which is NOT healthy, either for our bodies or our spirits?

John Keenan & Josh Andrus from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to continue their new series on Galatians...today, the opening of Chapter 3.

Eric Meyer returns to Morning Light today to discuss where all 12 Apostles ended up in their travels after the Great Commission.  

During this month of May, which is devoted to the Blessed Mother, Morning Light talks with Mother Mary Paul & Sister Mary Agnes from the Sisters of Divine Grace about Our Lady. Today's episode discusses Mary as a model for healing. 

During our weekly pro-life segment, Morning Light talks with Terri Marcroft - Executive Director of Unplanned Good Inc., whose purpose is “Promoting the Concept of Adoption for Women facing Unplanned Pregnancy.”  Terri talks more about the 3 pieces of legislation passed during the most recent session regarding the streamlining of the adoption processes in Idaho.  Learn more at www.UnplannedGood.org    

Salt & Light Catholic Radio presents “Keeping the Lord’s Day Holy.” Based on the 1998 Encyclical from Pope Saint John Paul II, Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage shares more about WHY the 7th day is holy and HOW we can keep it that way! Today’s episode is an Introduction to this beautiful writing which was meant to be in preparation for the Jubilee Year of 2000.  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org   

Roy Bartholomay joins Morning Light today to talk about his journey of faith and how the Knights played a part in it. Plus, the long list of local and State offices he's held over the years!

Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, joins Morning Light with some updates on Summerfest, the TNT Fireworks booth (which benefits the Christmas Toy Store) and a reminder - when you're doing that spring/summer cleaning, please donate your clothing, household goods, and furniture to SVdP Thrift Stores!  

Kris Foster from St. Mark’s Catholic Community in Boise, provides today's "Sacred Music" segment of Morning Light. Kris shares the background behind the Pentecost Sequence and you'll hear her version of “Come Holy Spirit Come.”

Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light today to continue his series on the paragraphs in the Catechism pertaining to marriage, focusing on paragraphs #1643-45 in this episode.  

"Vocations Focus" is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month as part of the Morning Light program. Today, Mary Ellen Nourse & our own Hope Ryan catch up with the Sisters of Life during their whirlwind tour of the Diocese of Boise. Sister Catherine Joy Marie, Sister Lumen Gloriae and Sister Magdalene Teresa Mercy share their respective vocation stories and what led them to join the Sisters of Life.

Morning Light introduces you to Sister Mary Joachim from the Gode Catholic Mission in Ethiopia. In this first interview, Sister shares her beautiful vocations story.   Church Builders has organized a website for donations to help Sister's work - visit the website to learn more at:   https://www.churchbuilders.us/code-catholic-mission.html  Or, you can also mail a check or money order to: Church Builders P.O. Box 9035 Boise, ID  83707 Please write in the memo line that it’s for “Mission of Hope” Watch this video about the Mission - https://youtu.be/pynedAFyYeE    

Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light, looking at the issues that affect Catholic men in today's culture. Pat King talks with David Fortin, who is recovering from a recent surgery in today's installment.

Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. This week, Teresa continues her month-long series focusing on the upcoming National Eucharistic Pilgrimage traveling across southern Idaho May 27-31.

Catholic Counseling is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, Kathy Edwards from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise talks about suicide prevention & awareness.  

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in SE Boise. Today, the story of Abraham hosting the three strangers. To reflect that feast - Brian & Hope enjoy some steak, bread, cheese and olives.

Alanna Burg & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to continue their new series on Galatians.

Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors at The Magis Center, joins Morning Light today to continue our discussion on modern Faith & Science, Eucharistic Miracles, and Truth.   

During this month of May, devoted to Our Lady, Morning Light presents as series with the Sisters of Divine Grace. Today is part 2 of our series with Mother Mary Paul & Sister Mary Agnes. On the heels of Mother's Day, we discuss the Blessed Virgin Mary's motherhood.

During today's "Passionately Pro-Life" segment, Monica Karling joins Morning Light to share her special story. At 22, she found herself in a crisis pregnancy situation, leading her to place her son into a wonderful family through an open adoption. Fast-forward and today she is happily married with a daughter who recently turned one!

Christian Welp from the Diocese of Boise joins Morning Light today to share more details about Camp John Paul II - located 10 miles south of beautiful Cascade, ID. Learn more at their website: https://www.campjohnpaul2.com 

Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, joins Morning Light today to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press!  

Morning Light welcomes Dale Ahlquist to moderate "Catholic Book Club" talking about Localism: Coming Home to Catholic Social Teaching available through Sophia Institute Press. Dale is known for his EWTN show on G.K. Chesterton, and several books written about Chesterton, and he publishes the Gilbert magazine, which is devoted to Chesterton. Does this book have anything to do with Chesterton? What exactly is Catholic Social Teaching and why are so few Catholics familiar with it? How does Localism put Catholic Social Teaching into practice? Purchase the book at https://sophiainstitute.com/product/localism  

During this week's "Sacred Music" segment, John Vitz from Angelus Music joins Morning Light to talk about Mother's Day.

Gina Schmidt returns to Morning Light with our Faith Community Nursing segment. The month of May is dedicated to skin cancer awareness. What is skin cancer and what are the most common or most dangerous types? What are the risk factors? How can we detect then how is it treated?  Is there actually a patron saint for skin cancer or skin diseases? Tune in and find out!  

"The Catholic Attic" is a monthly segment where Morning Light blows the dust off of the trinkets and treasures of our Faith, along with the help of Fr. Justin Brady - Pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa. Today, we talk about the word "encounter" and all that can mean to the Christian experience.

Morning Light congratulates Liana Green - the latest winner of Salt & Light Radio's Blessed Carlo Acutis Distinguished Graduate award for contributions to the community. Liana talks about some of the service projects she's participated in over the past four years and shares her future plans after graduation.

"Man Cave" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and David Fortin. Today, the topic is "unintended consequences."

Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. She kicks off a month-long series about the upcoming National Eucharistic Pilgrimage coming through southern Idaho at the end of this month. Today, focusing on the events taking place May 27th & 28th in Ontario, Fruitland, Emmett and Boise.

"Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light, where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Dr. Joe Lipetzky to share thoughts on the topic of "Loyalty"  as found in the book "Building Character" by David Isaacs.  

Morning Light congratulates Ben Brown - winner of Salt & Light Radio's Blessed Carlo Acutis Distinguished Graduate award for contributions to the community. Ben talks about some of the service projects he's led and participated in over the past four years and shares his plans for the future after graduation.

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in SE Boise. Today, while Brian & Hope enjoy some delicious barley with apples, figs and cinnamon...Chef Lou reads from the Book of Deuteronomy 8:8, highlighting the seven species: wheat, barley, grape, fig, pomegranates, olive (oil), and date (date honey). Only the first fruits were acceptable offerings in the Temple.

Josh Andrus & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to launch a new series on the Letter to the Galatians.  

Eric Meyer returns to Morning Light talking today about incense. Sometimes a controversial topic in parishes across the country, Eric shares his research on the subject which changed his view on its use.

During this month of May, which is devoted to the Blessed Mother. Morning Light presents Mother Mary Paul & Sister Mary Agnes from the Sisters of Divine Grace talking more about Our Lady.

Morning Light welcomes back our Passionately Pro-Life advocate, Emily Naugle, who discusses the new pro-life legislation in the state of Florida and does some myth-busting on what people are saying against it.

Christian Welp from the Diocese of Boise joins Morning Light to raise awareness of a future ballot initiative in the works that could try and undo Idaho's Trigger Law.

From the Idaho Knights of Columbus, Morning Light talks with David Ellingsen, Council #1416 (St. Edward's) sharing his journey of faith and how the Knights played a part in that. The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage is coming up May 27 and Dave shares details about some of the events surrounding this unique opportunity.  

Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, joins Morning Light with an extensive report because April was an exciting month! Ralph talks about Re-Entry Services, the fence project at the Overland Food Bank, and the record amount of people who were helped at the Food Bank last month. Finally, an update on the Subaru Raffle and Summerfest - get tickets for this great event at www.svdpid.org/summerfest   

Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light to continue his series on the paragraphs in the Catechism pertaining to marriage. [CCC #1643]  

Ken Jercha from Holy Apostles was unavailable for Morning Light today, so we offer this BEST OF segment taken from May 4, 2023.  

"Vocations Focus" is a segment of Morning Light heard the first and third Thursday of each month. Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse interview John Flanagan, Executive Director of Laboure' Society. What does this group have to do with vocations? Tune in and find out! Learn more at their website: https://rescuevocations.org     

Morning Light talks with Melea Ulery from the Diocese of Boise to talk about the upcoming National Eucharistic Pilgrimage. Elisa Larson is coordinating events for St. John’s and talks about what is being planned for the Cathedral.

Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King & David Fortin. Today, part 3 of their look at the famous speech - "The Man in the Arena."

Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. First off today, we take a look at the first week of May. Then, Plenary Indulgence Alert!  This is in regards to the upcoming National Eucharistic Pilgrimage. Teresa also continues her look at Saints and their love for the Eucharist - this morning, St. Francis Xavier Cabrini.  

Morning Light welcomes back Mary Jo Dickson from Our Lady of the Rosary parish in SE Boise along with special guest: EWTN radio host Coleen Kelly Mast! Several events are coming up, including this Thursday, May 2nd - a live, Love Ed webinar. Then on May 19-20, Coleen will actually BE in Boise for an adult retreat called “The Four Heart Healthy Habits of Holiness“ and a couple more Love Ed seminars "Raising kids that are Strong, Smart and Pure” for fathers & sons and mothers & daughters with preteens. Learn more and register at www.olrboise.org  

"Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron - owner of Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary. Chef could not be with us this morning so we jumped into the Way Back Machine to retrieve this "Best of" segment from April 19, 2022 talking about SEEDS!

Alanna Burg and Josh Andrus from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to conclude their series on the Letter to the Ephesians…wrapping up with Chapter 6:10-20  

Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors at The Magis Center, joins Morning Light to discuss modern Faith & Science, Eucharistic Miracles, and Truth. He also shares details from his recent pilgrimage to Fatima and Lourdes.  

Morning Light welcomes back Tracy Hall, Executive Director of Treasure Valley Path, to share more details on the mission, the many staff and volunteers, how it's funded and how YOU can get more involved. Learn more at www.TreasureValleyPath.org 

Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “Jesus the Bridegroom” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage shares more about this divine love story between Christ and His bride - the Church.  Based on the second book by Dr. Brant Pitre, Sister Beverly helps us see the entire history of salvation - from Mount Sinai to Mount Calvary. Today’s episode looks closer into The Passion of the Messiah. To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org   

Morning Light welcomes back Emily Woodham, Assistant Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, to walks us through the latest edition hot off the press!

Mary Jane Zuzolo joins Morning Light during Catholic Book Club to share her latest book “Unveiling the Sixth Station of the Cross: Reparation to the Holy Face, Mother of All Devotions” available through Sophia Institute Press. https://sophiainstitute.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b08c16feae130c0b4312d5ceb&id=46976a49d9&e=9f6e42a06b

Cathryn Gardner, Music Minister from Our Lady of the Rosary parish in east Boise joins Morning Light to share a sample liturgy plan for the Rite of Confirmation, to celebrate and honor all the recently and about to be Confirmed in our Diocese! Come Holy Ghost - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zyR5m06kEo Psalm 104: Lord Send Out Your Spirit - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t18fatkHXL4 Holy Spirit - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2q7hMfmVL3 Veni, Sancte, Spiritus - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QeCGI4NUukY Go Ye Out - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35BMxD2aMWo   

April is Move More Month and April 1st was National Walking Day so Cari Moodie joins Morning Light to tell us why walking is a great exercise for everyone!

Morning Light catches up with Fr. Nathan Dail, Director of Vocations for the Diocese of Boise. Father talks about Holy Week at St. Paul's Student Center and the 23 new Catholics who joined the Church. Also, how Bronco Catholic plans to wrap up the school year on the Boise State campus. Finally, summer plans for the Student Center and the seminarians returning for the summer break.  

Morning Light introduces you to Michael Scherer - who works for a large radio station in Washington D.C.  What is it like being in the radio industry during modern times? Michael also serves as a Lector - how is that compared to radio broadcasting? Tune in and find out!

Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King & David Fortin. Today, part 2 of their series on "The Man in the Arena."

Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda, taking a look at the saints & feast days we have in the days ahead.

Catholic Counseling is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, we introduce you to Jarrod Crump from Meridian Advanced Psychiatry. Learn more at https://catholictherapistsidaho.org 

Cooking With Scripture is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-in and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in east Boise.  Today, Brian & Hope enjoy a radish salad while we learn about Jesus' teaching on the vine & the branches.

Alanna Burg & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to continue their series on the Letter to the Ephesians…today, Chapter 6, verses 1-9.

Eric Meyer returns to Morning Light with a funny story of how our Catholic faith looks like to the secular culture. Over the weekend, during a special Deacon formation retreat, Eric and his fellow third-years were peppered with questions inside a hotel lobby! Do we know our faith well enough to properly respond to those who are curious about what Catholicism is all about?

Fr. Nelson Cintra returns to Morning Light to conclude our series for April talking about Exodus 90. Today's focus is on "Asceticism."

     Morning Light talks with Linda Thomas from Stanton Healthcare about the upcoming Baby Bottle Drive.  Look for the empty bottles at church and take one home. Then, fill it with spare change, cash or a check. Finally, bring it back to your church on pick-up day to help continue the great pro-life work being done through Stanton.

Mother Mary Paul and Sister Mary Agnes from the Sisters of Divine Grace were in town and stopped by Morning Light to bless us with a visit and to discuss a variety of different topics! Here is part 2 of that conversation...

Mother Mary Paul and Sister Mary Agnes from the Sisters of Divine Grace were in town and stopped by Morning Light to bless us with a visit and to discuss a variety of different topics!

Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, stops by Morning Light with some updates on the exciting Car Raffle, the recent Feeding America’s Heroes event at the Boise VA and that the upcoming Idaho Gives campaign will benefit Re-entry Services.  

Kris Foster, Music Director of St. Mark’s Catholic Community, provides our Sacred Music segment today on Morning Light. Kris talks about "The Peace of Christ" then we play the song "Peace" from her CD, Harmony.

Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light to continue his series on the paragraphs in the Catechism pertaining to marriage. Today - CCC #1642,  

     "Vocations Focus" is heard the first and third Thursday of each month during Morning Light. Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse talk with Amanda Tennyson, Aspirant with the Discalced Carmelites. Hear Amanda's story of how, after years of searching, the Lord led her to a community where she feels totally at home.

Man Cave - Pat King & David Fortin (Man in the Arena)

Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Matt to Morning Light!  

 Cooking With Scripture - Chef Lou Aaron

Anita Moore & Pam Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to continue their series on the Letter to the Ephesians.

Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors at The Magis Center, couldn't be with Morning Light today so we found this BEST OF episode from Jan. 23, 2023 discussing modern Faith & Science, Eucharistic Miracles, and Truth.

Morning Light continues our series for the month of April on Exodus 90. Today, Fr. Nelson Cintra talks about part 3 - "Fraternity."

Morning Light welcomes Georgia Adams, Religious Liason for Right ot Life of Idaho, talking about the big pro-life event coming up next Monday at 7pm.

"Jesus the Bridegroom" (Part 9) - Sister Beverly

Idaho Catholic Register - Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor  

 Catholic Book Club - "Joseph's Workshop" by Julia Wade

John Vitz, Angelus Music

Gina Schmidt

Dr. Ryan Hanning

Fr. Justin Brady

Man Cave Pat King, David Fortin & Trace Chamberlain (part 2)

Teresa Zepeda

Kathy Edwards of Cornerstone Psychological Associates   

John Keenan and Anita Moore from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to continue their series on the Letter to the Ephesians.

Eric Meyer returns to Morning Light talking about Catholicism in Our Culture. Today, he talks with Hope Ryan about...HOPE!

     Morning Light continues our series for the month of April on Exodus 90. Today, Fr. Nelson Cintra talks about part 2 - "Prayer."

     April Agenbroad from Rachel's Vineyard stops by Morning Light to share details on the upcoming retreat in May.

     Salt & Light Catholic Radio presents “Jesus the Bridegroom” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage shares more about this divine love story between Christ and His bride - the Church.  Based on the second book by Dr. Brant Pitre, Sister Beverly helps us see the entire history of salvation - from Mount Sinai to Mount Calvary. Today’s episode asks the question: “Are the Samaritan People Betrothed to the Bridegroom Messiah?” To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

     Morning Light talks with Fred Ahlin, member of the St. Nicholas Knights of Columbus Council in Rupert. Fred has been a Knight since 2001 and held several different positions over the years.

     Ken Jercha from Holy Apostles music ministry joins Morning Light to share two songs. One is called Mary, Mary and talks about Mary Magdalene's discovery of the empty tomb on Easter Sunday.  The second is in preparation for this coming Divine Mercy Sunday.

     Morning Light introduces you to Kim Cameron-Smith, the Facilitator of the Catholic Parenting Retreat, coming Friday, April 26th & Saturday the 27th at St. Mark’s in Boise. Go to Eventbrite.com and search Catholic Parenting to learn more and to register. $40 per couple or $25 per person.

     "Vocations Focus" is heard on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month as part of Morning Light.  Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse talk with Fr. Nelson Cintra.  One of the newest priests to the Diocese of Boise, Fr. Cintra is now the Parochial Vicar at St. John Paul II Catholic Community in Idaho Falls.

     Morning Light welcomes Mike & Jill Schauble to talk about the upcoming Idaho Family Camp - Faith, Family and Fun in the Catholic Tradition. This year's camp will run July 11th through the 14th at Camp John Paul II in beautiful Cascade, ID.  Registration opens up Divine Mercy Sunday (April 7) at 1:00pm Mountain time (Noon Pacific) at their website: www.IdahoFamilyCamp.org 

     Kick off your work boots and pull up a boulder!  Morning Light presents "Man Cave" - a weekly segment discussing the issues that affect Catholic men in today’s culture.  Your favorite cavemen - Pat King and David Fortin - talk with special guest Trace Chamberlain about his journey of faith.

     "Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. With a new month, Teresa talks about what this month is dedicated to and what the Pope's intentions are for April. Plus, she shares some fun ideas on how to continue our Easter celebration

     "Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light, where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Dr. Joe Lipetzky, talking today about flexibility based on the book Character Building by David Isaacs.  

     "Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light, hosted by Chef Lou Aaron - owner of Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in east Boise. Chef could not be with us this morning and so this "Best of" segment is from March 29, 2022 talking about little triangular pockets.

     John Keenan & Josh Andrus from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to continue their series on the Letter to the Ephesians…today, Chapter 4, verses 17-32.  

     Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors at The Magis Center, joins Morning Light today to continue our discussion on modern Faith & Science, Eucharistic Miracles, and Truth. With today being Easter Monday, Dr. French discusses the Shroud of Turin - the burial cloth described in the Gospel reading from yesterday's Mass.  

     Fr. Nelson Cintra provides our Morning Light series for the month of April, discussing the Exodus 90 program. What is it, what is it not and is it more than cold showers? Fr. Nelson gives us a overall view in this first part of this series.

     Morning Light kicks off Easter Monday with our "Passionately Pro-Life" advocate, Emily Naugle, to share her heartfelt story of a miscarriage from Easter of 2016. How is honoring miscarried babies a pro-life thing to do? What can people do to honor their lost children?  Tune in and find out!

     Cathryn Gardner, Music Director for Our Lady of the Rosary in east Boise, joins Morning Light today to provide our Sacred Music segment. In honor of Holy Week, she shares music for the Triduum - there are so many parts to the liturgy that are only celebrated this weekend: We Glory in Your Cross - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gm5KdlhSbEg O Sacred Head Surrounded - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C9LCoNTTL-s Most Holy Night (Dan Schutte) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m89Y98txsjE  Victimae Paschali Laudes - https://youtu.be/Vfcp19WpXxU?si=QABVNfi5ST0sjGiD Gloria (Rutter) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mtIDXvqjyjo   

     Morning Light presents our Faith Community Nursing segment, hosted this week by Cari Moodie.  Did you know that almost 300 people a year in Idaho die from a fall?! Cari shares more staggering stats on falls, the risk factors that lead to falling plus some prevention tips to make your home safer.  Reach out to the Idaho Dept. of Health & Welfare to learn how to become Fit and Fall Proof, or contact your parish to see if they offer classes on the subject.

     During her recent visit to Boise, Sister Helen Mulage from the Sisters of Mary Immaculate of Nyeri stopped by Morning Light to share her beautiful vocation story, including how her family reacted to the news. Visit www.msomi.org to learn more about her Order.  

     "Man Cave" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King & David Fortin. This week is part 2 of the converasation dealing with the Confiteor Prayer.

     Morning Light goes back into the audio archives - this “Blast From the Past" segment is from March 22, 2016 as Fr. Justin Brady and Fr. Caleb Vogel walk us through Holy Week in this encore presentation of Collar Talk.   To hear the show in its entirety, click on this link:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/saltandlightradio/CollarTalk_032216-PODCAST.mp3     

     "Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. Today, she looks ahead to the Triduum and then takes a closer look at Spy Wednesday.   

     Cathleen Booth is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in private practice. She is also the founder of a non-profit organization called the Association of Idaho Catholic Mental Health Professionals.  Morning Light talks with her about this Association and also a new free resource designed to help Catholics find mental health help in Idaho: https://catholictherapistsidaho.org   

     "Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in east Boise. With today being Holy Tuesday, Brian & Hope enjoy some delicious "Charoset" - a mixture of apple, nuts, spices & wine - while Chef discusses a seder meal and the meanings behind the different sections of the traditional plate.

     Pamila Jaszkowiak & Josh Andrus from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to continue their series on the Letter to the Ephesians…today, Chapter 4, verses 1-17.  

     Eric Meyer returns to Morning Light with a unique new series that looks at how our Catholic faith permeates our culture in ways you may be unaware of! How many Catholic prayers are there? Today, Eric shares a hilarious story of how he stumbled across a shrine, disguised as a tool shed, filled with people praying every kind of Catholic prayer you could think of!  

     Morning Light concludes our "Lessons on Lent" series as Fr. Tim Segert, Parochial Vicar at St. John’s Cathedral, give us Part #4 on the topic of “ALMSGIVING.” 

     From Treasure Valley Teens 4 Life, Morning Light welcomes back Athena Galaz - raising awareness on all of the forms of euthanasia, what the Church has to say about it and how Natural Law plays into the discussion.

     Salt & Light Catholic Radio presents “Jesus the Bridegroom” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage shares more about this divine love story between Christ and His bride - the Church.  Based on the second book by Dr. Brant Pitre, Sister Beverly helps us see the entire history of salvation - from Mount Sinai to Mount Calvary. Today’s episode introduces us to Chapter 3 - “The Woman at the Well.”  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org   

     Emily Woodham fills in for Dcn. Scott Pearhill to walk our Morning Light audience through the latest issue of the Idaho Catholic Register hot off the press.  If you do not currently subscribe, visit the website of the Diocese of Boise:  https://www.catholicidaho.org/communications    

     Mareesa Rule, Development Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, stops by Morning Light to proudly announce that it’s Subaru Season! Yesterday, the 2024 Subaru Car Raffle launched at www.svdpid.org  This year, there will be THREE cars up for grabs - tickets are $100 each but only 2,100 will be sold so get yours now.  You have a 1 in 700 chance of winning a new car!  

     Kris Foster, Music Director for St. Mark’s Catholic Community, stops by Morning Light to talk today about the days of Holy Week.

Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light to continue his series on the paragraphs in the Catechism pertaining to marriage.

     Dan Bunch joins Morning Light to share a real need in the village of Kibanga in the African nation of Uganda. He has started a non-profit organization - Friends of Kibanga Medical Center - which is committed to raise awareness and support to create the Saint Gianna Molla Medical Center. The website is: www.fokmc.org and the non-profit email address is [email protected]  This 5-minute video is raw but perfect and shows life as it is in Kibanga.  https://youtu.be/bYatEBo6LR0  

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King & David Fortin. Today is part 1 of their look at the Confiteor prayer. Most of the time, our confessions focus on the things that we have done (wrong) but have we thought about the things we've failed to do for others?

     Teresa Zepeda returns to Morning Light with "Faith & Feasts," focusing today on Palm Sunday. Besides hearing about The Passion at Mass on Sunday, what are some other ways you can observe the beginning of Holy Week?  Teresa shares ideas on food, movies, games and more!

     "Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  Today, Matt from Cornerstone Psychological Associates discusses the topic of anxiety.

     "Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary. As Brian & Hope chomp on a huge wedge of Romaine lettuce drizzled in dressing and sprinkled with almond slivers, Chef conducts another delicious Bible study as we prepare for Palm Sunday.

     Morning Light welcomes back Alanna Burg & Pamila Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans to continue their series on the Letter to the Ephesians.

     Morning Light welcomes back Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors at The Magis Center, joins us to continue our discussion on Faith & Science, Eucharistic Miracles, and Truth

     Our "Lessons on Lent" series continues as Morning Light welcomes back Fr. Tim Segert, Parochial Vicar at St. John’s Cathedral. Today is Part #3 of our series and discusses “FASTING.” 

     Morning Light welcomes Fr. Dennis Day for his first-ever on-air interview on Salt & Light Radio! Father is the keynote speaker for the upcoming We Care Idaho "Pro-Life Heroes" fundraising dinner in April.  He discusses the reasons he became a pro-life warrior early in his priesthood and some of the heroes he has met over the years from Presidents to Popes.

     Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “Jesus the Bridegroom” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage shares more about this divine love story between Christ and His bride - the Church.  Based on the second book by Dr. Brant Pitre, Sister Beverly helps us see the entire history of salvation - from Mount Sinai to Mount Calvary. Today’s episode continues through Chapter 2 and focuses on the events at The Last Supper. To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org   

     Morning Light introduces you to Forest Dipjinski, Grand Knight from Risen Christ Council #12854 during today's segment with the Idaho Knights of Columbus.

     Morning Light presents "Catholic Book Club" with today's moderator - Dr. Paul Chaloux, talking about his new book “Heaven’s Currency” available through Sophia Institute Press.  https://sophiainstitute.com/product/heavens-currency   

     John Vitz from Angelus Music returns to Morning Light as part of our weekly "Sacred Music" segment. As Easter draws near, so does Holy Thursday and the Institution of The Holy Eucharist. John talks about The Last Supper as the first Mass as we share two songs from the CD "A Mass for Peace in the Third Millennium."  The first one is  "Pax Vobiscum / Agnus Dei"  [CUT 20] which are 2 prayers sung together as one.  The second song is "Ecce Agnus Dei"  [CUT 21] and includes the reception of Holy Communion and the words said by the priest, prior to Vatican II, when we received the Sacrament.  

     Morning Light is happy to bring back our Faith Community Nursing segment! Today, Gina Schmidt reminds us that March is “Colo-rectal Cancer Awareness Month. Gina discusses statistics of colorectal cancer as well as signs & symptoms, how to detect AND prevent it. She also talks about how it is treated and even shares a Patron Saint for those suffering with colo-rectal cancer.   

     Morning Light welcomes back Bronco Catholic - being represented today by not only Alberto Jaramillo but also it's President - Luis Ponton.  Tune in and see how the ministry work at St. John's Student Center is changing lives on the campus of Boise State University.

     Salt & Light Radio was truly blessed to kick-off our 2024 Spring Pledge Drive with the Most Rev. Peter Christensen, Bishop for the Diocese of Boise.  Part 2 of our interview with Bishop Peter discusses "The New Evangelization" and how Cathoic Radio works together with the Idaho Catholic Register newspaper (thanks to Dcn. Gene Fadness and now Dcn. Scott Pearhill.)

     Salt & Light Radio was truly blessed to kick-off our 2024 Spring Pledge Drive with the Most Rev. Peter Christensen, Bishop for the Diocese of Boise.  In part 1 of our interview, Bishop Peter talks about the theme - "Into the Deep"

     Morning Light presents "The Catholic Attic" - our monthly catechesis lesson courtesy of Fr. Justin Brady, Pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  Today is Day #1 of Salt & Light Radio's Spring Pledge Drive.  Fr. Brady shares his favorite memories of being a part of this radio ministry over the years as well as the overall importance of Catholic media, especially in today's confusing culture.

     "Man Cave" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King & David Fortin. Today is the opening day of the Spring Pledge Drive so Pat & David share their thoughts on why this form of Catholic media is important to support financially.  You can make your pledge of financial support by calling 208-344-4774, visit www.SaltandLightRadio.com or download the Salt & Light Radio app onto your smartphone and donate there.  God bless you for your support of our radio ministry!

     Keith Pettyjohn, Board President of Salt & Light Radio, stops by Morning Light to officially launch the 2024 Spring Pledge Drive.  Keith talks about the theme - "Into the Deep" as well as some of the great incentives planned to make the phone ring over the next 3 days.

     "Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  Today, Kathy Edward from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise joins us with the topic - "The Beauty of Positive Thinking" and kicks off with a quote from Mother Teresa... "Go out into the world today and love the people you meet. Let your presence light NEW light in the hearts of others.”  

     "Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in east Boise. Today, Chef talks about cucumbers.

     Morning Light welcomes Alanna Burg & Pamila Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans to continue their series on the Letter to the Ephesians…today, Chapter 3, Verses 1-13.  

     Eric M. Meyer returns to Morning Light with a unique new series that looks at how our Catholic faith permeates our culture in ways you may be unaware of! Today, Eric shares some surprising statistics on corporate management versus the workload that our priests and Bishops have to manage!  

     Morning Light continues our series for the month of March - "Lessons on Lent."  Fr. Tim Segert, Parochial Vicar at St. John’s Cathedral, offers Part #2 focusing on one of the three pillars of Lent - “PRAYER.”

     Lori Hadacek Chaplin joins Morning Light today to discuss her involvement with the pro-life ministry "We Care Idaho" plus, her pro-life billboards, and the upcoming “Pro-life Heroes” Prime Rib Dinner.

     Salt & Light Catholic Radio presents “Jesus the Bridegroom” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage shares more about this divine love story between Christ and His bride - the Church.  Based on the second book by Dr. Brant Pitre, Sister Beverly helps us see the entire history of salvation - from Mount Sinai to Mount Calvary. Today’s episode focuses on the events of The Wedding at Cana.  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

     Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, joins Morning Light today to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press! To subscribe, visit www.catholicidaho.org  

     Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May, Executive Director of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul SW Idaho.  Ralph talks about the need for food at our area Food Banks and how far your financial donations can go.  Learn more at www.svdpid.org/food 

     During the Sacred Music segment of Morning Light, Ken Jercha from Holy Apostles music ministry stops by to talk about The Prodigal Son and his beautiful song “My Father’s Eyes” - https://youtu.be/tUDTBkFfFw0?si=7ecoulx41FvdfRYB  Also, Ken talks about The Way of the Cross  and the part that Simon of Cyrene played in it then performs a deeply moving song "Watch the Lamb."  Here is an article on Simon of Cyrene after the crucifixion -  https://aleteia.org/2022/04/12/what-happened-to-simon-of-cyrene-after-the-crucifixion  

     Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family & Life for the Diocese of Boise, stops by Morning Light to continue his series on the paragraphs in the Catechism pertaining to marriage. Today - CCC #1640.  

     "Vocations Focus" is heard the first and third Thursday of the month as part of Morning Light. Today, Mary Ellen Nourse talks with Sister Charlene Herinckx from the Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon. Sister Charlene and Sister Anna Nguyen are in Boise this weekend for the Idaho Catholic Youth Conference with stops at Bishop Kelly and other area Catholic schools. Sister Charlene is also the Vocations Director for the order - find out what that entails in this joyful interview.

     Melissa Hardy is the Director of New Life Support Services and she joins Morning Light to talk about a special retreat coming up next month. Women who have experienced an abortion and would like to seek healing are invited to the Revive Retreat at no cost. This event will be in McCall on the weekend of April 5-7. Learn more and register at:  https://newlifesupportservices.com/registration 

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light, discussing the issues of today's culture that affect Catholic men.  Today, Pat King & David Fortin wrap up their series on the acronym of G.R.O.W.T.H … “H” stands for “Holiness.”

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Teresa gives us TWO weeks worth of Saints to focus on then talks about Laetare Sunday.

Learn how to pray this chaplet at:  https://www.usccb.org/prayers/chaplet-divine-mercy 

     Catholic Counseling is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Dr. Joe Lipetzky returns to talk about the steps necessary to turn vices into virtues!  

     "Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-in and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in east Boise. Today's lesson revolves around Psalm 119 talking about how God's words are sweeter than honey. Brian & Hope enjoy some delicious Manuka honey - a thick, dark honey native to New Zealand!