Priscilla's Porch is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Bizzy Schorr.  Today's session is abbreviated due to some technical difficulties, but she wraps up her series on neurodivergent children.

     Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho. Today, we learn about an upcoming Flap Jack Fundraiser and the Overland Food Pantry Block Party.  Don't forget about their podcast - "Our Neighbors in Need."  Visit www.svdpid.org for all the details!

     Morning Light visits with the Knights of Columbus every other Friday.  Today, we continue our "Into the Breach" series with David Cereghino, Grand Knight of the Holy Spirit Council at Holy Apostles Church in Meridian. Watch the video series at:  https://www.kofc.org/en/videos/index.html 

     Kris Foster, Music Director from St. Mark’s Catholic Community, joins Morning Light today, talking about The True Presence of Christ in the Eucharist and shares the song: “Welcome Bread of Life”

     Morning Light presents "Vocations Focus" on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.  Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse share TWO interviews with us - Brother Jonathan, currently a transitional Deacon at Verbum Spei and also Megan Cheek, organizer of Camp Monfort, a vocations-themed summer camp for boys.

     Morning Light chats with Elisa Larson about Life-Giving Wounds, a ministry designed to help adult children of divorced parents.  A retreat is coming up November 4-6 - more information and registration information can be found at their website:  www.lifegivingwounds.org/calendar/boiseretreat 

     "The Catholic Attic" is our monthly catechesis lesson from Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  Today, the Morning Light team asks him to explain the Eucharistic Revival being promoted by the USCCB and what we can do as faithful Catholics to explain the facts to others.

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  First up, we stroll through the calendar to highlight Saints and feasts over the next 7 days on the liturgical calendar.  Then, Teresa shares details on a devotion called St. Michael's Lent.

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and Eddie Trask.  Today, Book 3, Chapter 3 of the C.S. Lewis classic "Mere Christianity."

     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, while the team feasts on delicious chicken quesadillas with peach salsa, Chef talks about Our Lady of Ephesus.

     Pamila Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans joins Morning Light to continue the series on devotions.  Today, she discusses the different colors and meanings of scapulars.

     Morning Light welcomes back the Executive Director of Mission at St. Augustine’s at the University of Idaho, and author of the book “The Catholic Company Man”- Eric Meyer!  Today, Chapter 13 - “Me Against the Lizard” as Eric describes the brief moment on his resume' as an insurance salesman. To read the book for yourself, check out:  https://wipfandstock.com/9781666744590/the-catholic-company-man 

     On this week's "Passionately Pro-Life" segment, Morning Light talks with John Keenan in regards to Idaho's right to life laws.

     Morning Light talks once again with Father Paul Wander, pastor of our Parish of the Week - Assumption Parish in Ferdinand.

     Priscilla's Porch is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Bizzy Schorr.  Today, she gives parents some tips on dealing with neurodivergent children.

     Morning Light presents Catholic Book Club where today we discuss "The Roots of a Christian Civilization" by Fr. Brian Mullady, host of EWTN's Open Line Thursday.

     Morning Light introduces you to the new Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register - Dcn. Scott Pearhill - who walks us through the latest issue hot off the press.  Visit www.catholicidaho.org/icr to subscribe.

     Back after being overseas for over two weeks, Morning Light co-host Hope Ryan shares some memories from walking the Camino de Santiago along with her daughter and some of the Verbum Spei brothers.

     Morning Light welcomes back Melinda Jean Stafford, Director of Development for  the University of Idaho‘s College of Agricultural and Life Sciences.  Besides talking about her role as a development officer she shares an update on bee-keeping and the honey harvest this weekend - YUM!

     Teresa Zepeda returns for Faith & Feasts, a weekly segment of Morning Light!  She begins with a fast-paced overview of the week ahead. It's time to head back to school and special guest, Elisa Zepeda, shares “5 Ways a Student Can Nurture Their Spiritual Life” during the hectic days ahead.

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light, hosted by Pat King and Eddie Trask.  Today, they continue the journey through the C.S. Lewis classic…”Mere Christianity” with Book 3, Chapters 1 & 2.

     Catholic Counseling is a weekly segment of Morning Light, where we've assembled a panel experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  Today, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Kathy Edwards, to continue talking about habit formation and how we can change habits over time.

     Alanna Burg & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans stop by Morning Light.  With it being the Feast day of St. Dominic, they share facts and stories about the founder of the Order.

     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 Boise.  Today, Chef brings us cucumbers & steak pieces wrapped in a flax tortilla.  His lesson is from the Book of Numbers.

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

     During our weekly Passionately Pro-Life segment, Emily Naugle joins Morning Light with her top 10 pro-life quotes from Saint Mother Teresa plus an update on the upcoming 40 Days for Life campaign.

     Morning Light talks with Father Paul Wander, pastor of our Parish of the Week - St. Mary’s in Cottonwood.

Morning Light welcomes back Ken Jersha as he tells us all about the history and significance of litanies. 

Morning Light welcomes back Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse for part 2 of their interview Fr. Tom Loucks. 

Morning Light welcomes back Teresa Heaton as she tells us more about the American Heritage Girls.

     CJ and Janet Northrup join Morning Light for the "Bountiful Harvest" segment today.  They are the owners of Famici Wine Company in Caldwell. Learn more about their award-winning wines at www.FamiciWine.com 

Teresa Zepeda could not join Morning Light today so Brian & Trinity do their best to relay the information.  August month dedicated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary - wear the miraculous medal this month.  Don’t have one?  Teresa’s favorite supplier of rosaries and medals of gorgeous and traditional artistry is www.GracefulRosaries.com 

8/3 - St. Lydia (New Testament saint who was a dyer of purple) so wear or eat anything purple.

8/4 - St. Jean Vianney - Watch Catholic Cocktails episode 9 and listen to Faith and Feasts from 2022.  Pray for priests, French theme (recipes for Quiche Lorraine, and Quick and Easy Pain au Chocolat (chocolate croissants)

8/5 - Our Lady of the Snows - Listen to the Faith & Feasts from 2020.  Celebrate with some Snow Cones, Slushies or Icees.  Teresa has two recipes in her binder for Granitas - one low carb and sugar free and the other to be made with any fruit

8/6 - Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord - listen back to Faith & Feasts from 2018:  3-scoop Coke Floats

8/8 - St.  Dominic - Listen to Faith & Feasts from 2019 and watch  Catholic Cocktails (Ep. 10) Dog theme - hot dogs, corn dogs, polish dogs, or take the dog for a walk.  Star theme - star fruit, star-shaped sugar cookies,  do some star gazing

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light.  Pat King, Eddie Trask and Josh Dickson continue their journey through the C.S. Lewis classic…”Mere Christianity.”  Today, they go through Book 2, Chapter 4.

     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 talking today about "responsibility" from the book "Character Building: A Guide for Parents & Teachers" by Professor David Isaacs.  

     Josh Andrus and Anita Moore from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to discuss The Angelus prayer.  If you'd like to learn this beautiful prayer, you can find it at this link:

https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/devotions/angelus-383

     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.  Chef could not be with us today so we found this segment from August 3, 2021 talking about cucumbers, quinoa and Manna from Heaven.

     Morning Light welcomes back the Executive Director of Mission at St. Augustine’s at the University of Idaho, and author of the book “The Catholic Company Man”- Eric Meyer!  Today, Chapter 12 - “So Goes the Family, So Goes the World.”  This chapter is named after something Saint Pope John Paul II said back in 1986 but based on events experienced by Eric in the Denver Airport - when an "accident" on the floor caused a family to circle the wagons and fend off a mass of society at one of the busiest airports in the country.

     Morning Light talks with Theresa Heaton with American Heritage Girls.  What is this group all about and why is it important for young ladies to be a part of it?  How can girls (and their parents) participate?  Tune in and learn more!

     Morning Light congratulates our next Parish of the Week - Our Lady of the Snows in Sun Valley.  Learn all about this beautiful church in the Wood River Valley at their website:  www.svcatholic.org   We play back an interview from the 2022 Spring Pledge Drive with the pastor, Fr. Ron Wekerle.

     Priscilla's Porch is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Bizzy Schorr.  

     Grand Knight for the Holy Spirit Council at Holy Apostles parish in Meridian, Dave Cereghino, joins Morning Light to share his journey through the Knights - from first joining in 2016 to his first leadership roles to his current responsibilities as Grand Knight.  Catholic men - join the Knights of Columbus at  www.KofC.org/join 

     For our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, Morning Light welcomes back Cathryn Gardner, music minister for Our Lady of the Rosary parish in east Boise.  Today, she shares "shepherd music" with us - 2 classical and 2 contemporary. 

He Shall Feed His Flock - Handel's Messiah  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TmHwRCDk7b0

Symphony No. 6 "Pastoral" V. Shepherd's Hymn by Ludwig van Beethoven

     Morning Light talks with Nathan Ribb who is serving the St. Nicholas community in Rupert this summer.  He has had a very busy summer since classes ended in mid-May!  Tune in for this conversation with one of our great seminarians for the Diocese of Boise.

     Morning Light welcomes back Cathleen Booth, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who has a private practice in Boise.  She joins us today to talk about a new organization called the Association of Idaho Catholic Mental Health Professionals. 

     This is a "best of" segment of Morning Light as we share an encore of our interview with area rancher Chuck Baines from July 5th during The Bountiful Harvest.

     Teresa Zepeda could not join us today so Morning Light tries to fill her shoes as we look at the liturgical calendar for the upcoming week. Blessed Solanus Casey, St. Ignatius, St. Alphonsus and of course Saints Anne and Joachim are some of the feast days we cover in today's segment.  Brian & Trinity also share stories of their grandparents.

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and Eddie Trask.  Today, they continue their journey through the C.S. Lewis classic…”Mere Christianity” with Book 2, Chapter 3.

     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 St. Mark’s Catholic School in Boise, Sarah Lynch joins us in-studio to talk about transitioning your kids from summer into back to school mode.

     Morning Light welcomes Pamilia Jaszkowiak and Leslie Jercha  from the Idaho Lay Dominicans, continuing the current series on devotions…today, discussing the Miraculous Medals.

     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 is on vacation on the east coast and shares stories of his recent trips to an Amish community and to a fort with walls that are 12-feet thick!  

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

     This is NFP Awareness Week and Morning Light talks with Dr. Angela Lanfranchi about the Progestin only pill norgestrel Opill - the only pill sold over-the-counter.  What’s the failure rate? What are the health risks?  Tune in and find out!

     Morning Light introduces you to our next Parish of the Week - St. Anne's Station in Arco.  To share more about the parish and the area, we talk with Fr. John Mosier - St. Anne's is one of SIX Catholic communities that he oversees.  Keep Father in your prayers for safe travels!

     Priscilla's Porch is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Bizzy Schorr.  Today, she shares her personal challenges from being neurodivergent.

     Kacy Elguezabal, Marketing Manager from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, joins Morning Light to give us updates on: the next two food for funds events coming up, plus the need for volunteers at the Food Pantry on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. And don't forget to follow their podcast!  www.svdpid.org for details.

     Morning Light talks with Kevin O’Brien - Vice President of the Catholic Men's Leadership Alliance.  Kevin is a former Pro-football player, co-founder of the Men of Christ, Unite our Nation, and Virtue Baseball. Kevin is an energetic gifted speaker and will be the keynote speaker for the upcoming Charcoal Event for the 2024 Idaho Catholic Men’s Conference - Saturday, September 30th at St. Mark's Donoghue Hall in Boise.  Register on our website:  www.SaltandLightRadio.com 

     This Saturday in Twin Falls, a very special premiere of the movie "Christine's Wager" featuring local talent Jaime Thietten-Espil.  Jaime & her husband Pete are using this unique red carpet event as a fundraiser for their ministry - Sacred Heart Ranch of Idaho.  Learn more at: https://sacredheartranch.org/tickets 

     Vocations Focus is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month during Morning Light.  Today's "focus" is on religious orders as Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse introduce us to the PIME Fathers and Brothers.

     Morning Light welcomes back Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, continuing his series on the paragraphs in the Catechism pertaining to marriage.  Today, CCC 1621 on the "Celebration of Marriage."

     Morning Light welcomes back Kevin Ryan to our Bountiful Harvest segment.  Today, Kevin talks about mushrooms - what is the difference between edible, medicinal, and poisonous mushrooms?  What are some of the medicinal properties of mushrooms?  What are some local mushroom resources?  Tune in and find out!

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

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and Eddie Trask.  Today, Book 2 - Chapter 1 of "Mere Christianity" by C.S. Lewis.

     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, teaching us about "Order" from the book Character Building by David Isaacs.

     Pamila Jaszkowiak and Alanna Burg from the Idaho Lay Dominicans  join Morning Light to talk about devotions and liturgical prayers, specifically today The Little Office of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

     "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, we enjoy a tasty plate of hearty barley while Chef goes over the Parable of the Sower.

     Morning Light welcomes back the Executive Director of Mission at St. Augustine’s at the University of Idaho, and author of the book “The Catholic Company Man”- Eric Meyer!  Today, Chapter 11 - “Men’s Room Confession” which makes a comparison of the body removing waste and that of eliminating our sins through confession.

     Jill Seberger from Breezy Breastfeeding joins Morning Light for our weekly Passionately Pro-Life segment.  Jill tells us about her thoughts on babies in the womb, natural family planning and how she trusted in God’s plan for fertility grow.  She also shares a personal story that changed her view on being pro-life?

     Morning Light presents our Parish of the Week - St. Bridget’s Station in Bruneau.  Brian & Hope have a delightful chat with long-time member of that parish - Tammy Miller!

     Bizzy Schorr returns to Morning Light with her weekly segment - "Priscilla's Porch" talking today about marriage.

   Here to moderate today’s Catholic Book Club…Morning Light welcomes back Catholic father of ten, clinical psychologist, author, professional speaker, and national EWTN radio & television host - Dr. Ray Guarendi - talking about his book Simple Steps to a Stronger Marriage.  

Purchase  at: www.SophiaInstitute.com/product/simple-steps-to-a-stronger-marriage 

     Bruce DeVino, District Deputy for the Idaho Knights of Columbus, joins Morning Light to continue our series on “Into the Breach” focusing today on Brotherhood.  Learn more about the Knights at:  www.KofC.org   To watch the video series on YouTube:  www.kofc.org/en/campaigns/into-the-breach.html 

     The Catholic Attic is our monthly catechesis lesson courtesy of Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  Today, he joins Morning Light to talk about "The Saints."  Why are they important to the Catholic faith?  Is it okay to talk them or are we "worshiping" them in some way?  The more you listen, the more you learn!

     Morning Light visits with Alberto Jaramillo, Coordinator of Campus Ministry at Boise State University, about the challenges of young adults launching from Bronco Catholic to a parish of their own once they graduate college.

     Morning Light wraps up our series with Dr. Ryan Hanning, talking today about Virtuous Leadership. How can businesses still get the job done while developing and cultivating the people they lead? Can Catholic business owners ethically compete in today's culture?  Dr. Hanning provides some answers!

     Morning Light was blessed to talk with Extension Educator, Master Gardener, Master Naturalist, etc. - Kevin Laughlin - during our Bountiful Harvest segment today!  Is Idaho a good place to grow berries and grapes? Tune in and find out which are best.  And, for more information:  https://www.uidaho.edu/extension/publications/crop/berries-grapes

     Teresa Zepeda joins Morning Light for our weekly Faith & Feasts segment.  Today, we begin by looking at the liturgical calendar for the upcoming week.  Then, we pick up from last week’s conversation on the Brown Scapular as we anticipate the feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel this Sunday.

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light.  Today, Pat King continues the journey through the C.S. Lewis classic - "Mere Christianity."

     From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Morning Light welcomes back Kathy Edwards…talking about how we form habits, why habits exist, and how we can change habits over time

     John Keenan and Anita Moore from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to talk about the anniversary of the Dobbs decision.

     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 east Boise.  Today's lesson is about olives!

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

     Morning Light talks with Ben Brown (President) and Miriam Ware (Secretary) about the Treasure Valley Teens 4 Life group and their plans for the upcoming year.  Learn more at tvt4life.com

     In honor of her feast day this Friday the 14th, Morning Light recognizes our Parish of the Week - St. Kateri Station in Fort Hall.

     This is the 12th and final episode of Tolkien Talk 2.0 with Fr. Greg Vance on Morning Light.  The title of the finale' is "Lessons to be Learned" as we share parting thoughts on the JRR Tolkien classics. Plus, Fr. Vance talks about how Tolkien played a part in his discernment to the priesthood!

     Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, talking about results from the recent Fireworks Stand partnership.  Plus, Ralph shares a couple of inspirational stories from the Re-Entry Program.

     Morning Light chats with Josh Callihan about the upcoming car show to benefit the St. Mark's Catholic School Foundation.  The event is Saturday, August 19th from 9am to 1pm in the church parking lot (7960 W. Northview St.)  If you have questions or would like to display your car, call Josh at 208-661-9161.

     Morning Light welcomes back Ken Jercha from the Holy Apostles music ministry to provide our Sacred Music segment.  This week, Ken does a patriotic medley of songs to recognize our recent 4th of July celebrations.

     Vocations Focus is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month during Morning Light.  Today, a pre-recorded interview from Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse with the "retired" Fr. Tom Loucks.

     Morning Light talks once again with John Edwards from Just a Guy in the Pew Ministries, who will be conducting an outdoor mens retreat in Idaho July 28-30 at Camp JP2 in Cascade.  Register now at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/catholic-mens-leadership-formation-with-john-edwards-tickets-577746584587 

     Morning Light presents a new segment - The Bountiful Harvest - taking a look at the spiritual side of Idaho's agriculture.  Today, Chuck Baines from River Road Ranches talks about the many responsibilities in the life of an area rancher.

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, after taking a look at the feast days for the week ahead, she talks about the brown scapular in conjunction with the upcoming feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel on July 16th. What is the brown scapular? Why wear it? What are the promises associated with wearing it? Tune in and find out!

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light discussing the issues facing Catholic men in today's culture.  Today, Pat King & Josh Dickson discuss Part 1, Chapters 3 and 4 of the C.S. Lewis classic "Mere Christianity."

     Morning Light presents an encore of The Catholic Company Man for two weeks ago - "A Cold Walk in Billings."

     During our weekly "Passionately Pro-Life" segment, Morning Light talks with Sarah Howard from Cradle of Hope, part of the Boise Rescue Mission, but a pregnancy resource center in its own right.

     With today being the feast day of St. Thomas, Morning Light celebrates our Parish of the Week - St. Thomas the Apostle in Coeur d'Alene, featuring an interview from the 2022 Spring Pledge Drive with Fr. Mariusz Majewski, now the pastor of St. Thomas.  Learn more at their website:  https://stthomascda.org  

     This is the 9th and final episode of our Vandal Catholic series.  Brian Howell from Salt & Light Radio, along with Eric Meyer - Director of Mission for St. Augustine's Student Center - sat down with staff and students on the campus of the University of Idaho to discuss how this unique piece of property has been a crucial part of students' lives.  In the finale', we talk with Allie Friesen (FOCUS missionary), Peter Behrend (President of the Vandal Catholic Club), Mauricio Rodriguez and Kellen Moore about their experiences over the past year or two.

     Tolkien Talk returns to Morning Light with Fr. Greg Vance, our guide through Middle Earth and the literary masterpieces of JRR Tolkien. Today in Episode 11, we discuss the many relationships through the stories:  love stories, friendships and more. How are the relationships on the pages mirrored in Tolkien's own life?

     On YouTube, you can find a channel called MassTransit:  https://www.youtube.com/@sanoroo  You may have read the article earlier this year in the Idaho Catholic Register?  The host of that podcast joins Morning Light today - Gordon Crow!  He tells us about MassTransit and the inspiration behind it, plus shares why he and his wife are in Idaho this week along with some ties to Idaho in Gordon's past.

     Catholic recording artist and pro-life warrior Jaime Thietten can now add "actress" to her resume'.  Jaime joins Morning Light today along with Wally Veazie - writer and producer of the film "Christine’s Wager."  You can grab a sneak peek of the film in Twin Falls on Saturday, July 22nd as part of a special fundraiser for Sacred Heart Ranch of Idaho.  Learn more at this link:  https://sacredheartranch.org/home/blog/7225899/tickets-now-on-sale-for-our-first-annual-red-carpet-fundraiser

     Vocations Focus is heard during Morning Light on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.  This month has FIVE Thursdays so we get to enjoy a bonus segment!  Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse tell us about the Carmelite Monks of Wyoming who produce delicious Mystic Monk Coffee. Learn more at: www.carmelitemonks.org