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!

     Morning Light welcomes John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans to continue their series on the Letter to the Ephesians, focusing today on Chapter 2, verses 11-22.

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

    Morning Light presents our series for the month of March - "Lessons on Lent." Join us over the next few Monday mornings as Fr. Tim Segert, Parochial Vicar at St. John’s Cathedral, focuses on the three pillars of the Lenten season. Today is Part #1 which is a broad overview of Lent - there's still time for you to make the most of this liturgical season!

     Morning Light welcomes back our Passionately Pro-Life advocate, Emily Naugle, from a recent trip to a pro-life conference in the Portland area over the weekend. One of the topics covered was that of medically assisted suicide, which is legal in Oregon - what are the ramifications for the people of Idaho?  

     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 introduces Chapter 2 as we ask the opening question - Who IS Jesus of Nazareth? To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

     Morning Light talks with Dan Moberg, State Secretary with the Idaho Knigths of Columbus. Dan is also one of the leaders with the American Wheelchair Mission.  Go to www.amwheelchair.org in order to learn more.

James Valois moderates today's Catholic Book Club on Morning Light, talking about his new book “Our Lady's Prophecies: God's Messages for Our Time” available now (as of Feb. 20th) James has a B.A in Theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville where he became a revert to the Catholic faith from Evangelicalism while a student there.

This is a true story about Venerable Mother Mariana de Jesus, a Conceptionist nun, who received apparitions from our Lady of Good Success of the Purification and was given many prophecies specifically for our times; these apparitions have been approved by the local bishop in 1611 and upheld by every bishop since that time.

In 1582, Mother Mariana received an apparition of Jesus crucified, the Blessed Virgin, and St. Mary Magdalene, all life size - the vision of the three swords because three swords appeared with the words--heresy, blasphemy and impurity on each of them.

     During our weekly Sacred Music segment, Kris Foster from St. Mark's music ministry stops by Morning Light to talk about how Leap Day had its origins in the Catholic Church!  She also gives us a sneak peek at a song that will be performed on the Fifth Sunday of Lent entitled "Return to God."

     Our "Faith Community Nursing" segment returns as Morning Light talks with Cari Moodie about mental health.  St. Alphonsus is facilitating several mental health trainings over the next few months in our Diocese.  What are the signs of mental health crisis?  How can we help those struggling with anxiety or depression.  Who is the Patron Saint of mental illness? Listen in and find out!

     Morning Light presents a BONUS edition of "Vocations Focus" as Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse talk with Rhonda Gruenwald from "Vocations Ministry" - an organization that helps Dioceses across the country develop dialogue and raise awareness about vocations to the priesthood and religious life.

     Morning Light talks with Christian Welp from the Diocese of Boise about Camp John Paul II in Cascade. How did the Diocese come to own this beautiful piece of property?  Who can use the camp and how can you sign up for a spot?  What is Bishop Peter’s vision on how to use this facility for future events or retreats? Tune in and find out - the more you listen, the more you learn!

     "Man Cave" is a weekly segment of Morning Light with Pat King & David Fortin. As they continue their series on the acronym G.R.O.W.T.H. … today we are at the letter “T” is for “Trust”

     Teresa Zepeda is taking this week off from "Faith & Feasts" so Morning Light introduces you to David Ward, Founder of “Letters From the Saints.”  Listen in and find out what this ministry is all about and the inspiration behind it.  Who does the research on the various Saints before the letters are written?  What is the target age group for these letters? Tune in and see how this unique tool could be of help in your family's faith journey.  Learn more at: https://www.lettersfromthesaints.com 

     "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 Patrick Barga from Salutaris Counseling in Grangeville!

     "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. Did you know garlic is only mentioned once in the Bible?  Do you know where? Deacon Lou lets us know while Hope & Brian enjoy a plate of asparagus topped with onions & garlic. Speaking of which - do you know what the word "asparagus" originates from?  Best tune in and find out!

     Alanna Burg & Pamila Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to continue their series on St. Paul's letter to the Ephesians, specifically chapter 2, verses 1-10.

     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! Today's topic, can we take Sundays off during Lent? If we gave up chocolate, can we eat 10 candy bars after Mass on Sunday? If Catholicism seems complicated, Eric claims that it is! But, it's because these things are important - 2,000+ years of teaching and tradition should mean something to us today.

     Morning Light concludes our annual "FOCUS in February" series with Niru De Silva, Director of Retreats for FOCUS. Fresh off a retreat in Spokane over the weekend with members of Bronco Catholic at Boise State, Niru shares his joy of leading young adults towards an encounter with Christ.  Once considered a "NONE" (no religious affiliation), his own conversion to Catholicism has inspired him to share Christ with others.

     During our weekly "Passionately Pro-Life" segment, Morning Light talks with Camille Pauley, President and Co-founder of Healing the Culture, about a new series that’s been added to the platform called “Forbidden Discussions.”  This video series features debaters focused on Gen Z and presenting answers to the tough questions when it comes to pro-life.  Watch for yourself at: https://healingtheculture.org/forbidden-discussions 

Boys Championship:  

     St. Mark's - 47 

     St. Joseph's - 31