MADE FOR MORE is a Catholic radio show for teens heard Fridays at 3:30pm on Salt & Light Radio.  As we round out our time with Bishop Kelly High School, Teresa Nygard chats with a couple of alums from the Class of 2015 - Jordan and Sophia - who recall what they loved most about their time at BK and how those lessons in leadership have served them in the real world.

Jaime Thietten is your guest host for this special episode of CATHOLIC IDAHO.  Jaime has released a new CD entitled "The Joy of Christmas."  During tonight's show, she will share some of the tracks and give us a little insight about those songs.  Allow the Christmas Spirit to fill your heart as you enjoy this beautiful hour of music.  This CD is available for purchase at her website: www.JTmusic.net

   Dominican priest - Fr. Gabriel Mosher - pays a visit to VOCATIONS FOCUS, heard the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 3:30pm on Salt & Light Catholic Radio.  Fr. Gabriel shares his vocation story on what led him to the priesthood and how that has affected his family over the years.  Please remember to PRAY FOR VOCATIONS!

   During this edition of CATHOLIC IDAHO, Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul’s in Nampa explains some basic parts of the Mass … Fr. Mike St. Marie from St. Edward’s in Twin Falls has some well-timed advice on materialism ... and Jerry Marcantonio talks with the choir members from St. Edward’s.  Finally, to prepare your heart for Christmas, we finish the show with some beautiful Advent music.

   On this episode of the DEACON DIARIES, Deacon Robert Barros-Bailey talks about the topic of "Fear versus Trust."  Scripture shows us how God asks us to trust in Him, but mystery makes us fearful of the unknown future.

   On this episode of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - it's part 3 of our series with Teresa Nygard and her campus ministry leaders at Bishop Kelly High School in Boise.  She asks several students questions such as:  "Why is the All-School Mass important each month?"  "What was your favorite Mass this semester?"  "What is your favorite part about our daily or monthly Masses at BK?" You can tell by their answers that these Knights are truly engaged in their Catholic faith!

   This month on GO ASK FATHER, the students from St. Nicholas School in Rupert ask Fr. Julio Vicente their questions about our Catholic faith.

On this edition of CATHOLIC IDAHO, we shine the spotlight on the Lay Dominicans of Idaho as John Keenan & David Charnock interview Prior Provincial Fr. Mark Padrez.  Later, Fr. Mike St. Marie gives us a quick lesson in Materialism during “Five For the Faith.  To kick off the program, Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul’s parish in Nampa with his homily from the 3rd Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday)

   Salt & Light Radio presents MADE FOR MORE - a locally-produced radio program for Catholic teens.  This month, we focus on the campus ministry at Bishop Kelly High School in Boise.  Your host, Teresa Nygard, talks today with several leaders in the Senior class who helped plan and execute the Freshmen Retreat back in October.

Jake and Lindsay Dyson host WHERE FAITH BEGINS on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of each month on Salt & Light Radio.  This week's topic is "Living Advent" - what this season means to Catholics despite the secular culture telling us it's already Christmas.

Fr. Radmar Jao is your celebrant for the Mass of the Immaculate Conception, recorded December 8, 2016 at Bishop Kelly High School in Boise.

   On this episode of VOCATIONS FOCUS, Brian Howell & Jim Nourse sit down with Fr. Peter Hanna, a Dominican priest currently serving the Catholic students at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City.  Fr. Peter was visiting Boise during the Young Adult Conference back in November.  He shares his faith journey, life at the Priory, plus the difference between Brother, Monk, Friar and Priest ... the more you listen, the more you learn!

It's a special musical edition of CATHOLIC IDAHO as we play back the 2016 St. Mark's Advent Concert, recorded on Saturday, December 3rd.  The concert contains Bible readings, interlude music and the following songs for the Advent season:

KING OF GLORY LUTHERAN CHANCEL CHOIR

   - Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence

   - God's Son Has Made Me Free

ST. MARK'S SCHOOL CHOIR

   - Carol of Mary

   - Come Jesus, Prince of Peace

ST. MARK'S CONCERT CHOIR

   - Bring Peace to Earth Again

   - Ave Maria

ST. MARK'S VOICES OF JOY

   - From Advent to Christmas

   - Prepare the Way

CHRIST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ADULT ENSEMBLE

   - Emmanuel

   - Visit Us, Emmanuel

DIRECTOR'S SCHOLA

   - The Yearning

ST. MARK'S CONCERT CHOIR

   - Dixit Maria Ad Angelum

   - An Advent Yearning

FINALE

   - We Await You, O Lord

   Absorb the insights and serenity of the monastic life through your radio!  Salt & Light Radio presents First Friday at the Monastery - featuring Southern Idaho’s own Benedictine monks from the Monastery of the Ascension.  We bring you the beauty, inspiration and peace of a retreat at Ascension Monastery as the monks share their deep spirituality, wisdom and knowledge.  First Friday at the Monastery can be heard on the first Friday of each month at 6:00pm on Salt & Light Radio.

   During the month of December, MADE FOR MORE will focus on the student ministry at Bishop Kelly High School in Boise.  Teresa Nygard is your host and in this episode, she chats with a variety of students about the recent food drive plus what the word "leadership" means to them personally.

   Tonight’s CATHOLIC IDAHO is a special pro-life edition as we welcome Tina Kierce (Marketing Director) and Christy Franz (Caseworker) from A New Beginning Adoption Agency.  Later, we feature an expanded version of "Passionately Pro-Life" with Emily Naugle and Karen Simkins as they talk with Mary Hill from Birthright of Boise and Lori Chaplin of the Pro-Life Billboard Project. 

   Time for another chapter of THE DEACON DIARIES with your host - Dcn. Robert Barros-Bailey!  As he assumes his new position with the Diocese of Boise, Deacon Bob looks back at his time involved with youth ministry.  He again emphasizes the importance of reaching out to teens and making them feel important (and involved) within their parish.

   Laura Reeping from St. Paul's in Nampa hosts part 4 of this series for MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens!  Laura & Rosa talk about the gifts of the Holy Spirit then ask some of the teens for their take on the subject.  Plus, Fr. Jack Bentz chats with another Bronco Catholic - Matt Dobrowski.

Your hosts - Jake and Lindsay Dyson - finish up their interview...part 2 of Clark's story continues on this edition of WHERE FAITH BEGINS.

   In this special memorial edition of CATHOLIC IDAHO, we look back at the amazing priesthood of a humble man - Fr. Arnie Miller.  You will hear excerpts from past pledge drives along with stories and memories of those who either worked alongside him or knew him through a long list of ministries.  Thousands of lives were touched by this gentle spirit, who passed away unexpectedly on November 14th.  We hope this will be a fitting tribute to our beloved friend.

Recorded on November 21, 2016 at Our Lady of the Valley in Caldwell, ID.

The Knights tried to win their fourth straight 4A state title, facing off against Skyline from Idaho Falls at Albertson's Stadium at BSU.  The Grizzlies overcame an early 21-point deficit and rallied to a 50-49 victory - winning the school's first football championship since 1998.  Special thanks to the BK sponsors and everyone involved who made this another exciting season of Knights football.

   In this edition of MADE FOR MORE, it's part 3 with Laura Reeping and the youth ministry at St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  Also, Fr. Jack Bentz interviews another Bronco Catholic on the BSU campus.

   Today on VOCATIONS FOCUS, it's Part 2 of our interview with Fr. Vincent Kelber - a Dominican priest from Portland - talking about the jubilee year of the order.

   We kick off this edition of CATHOLIC IDAHO with Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul’s in Nampa, sharing a story about humility.  Then we sit down with Pat & Lorie Petit - co-Chairs for the upcoming Festival of Trees, sponsored by St. Alphonsus Hospital.  And later, we re-cap 40 Days For Life with Emily Naugle and Karen Simkins talking with some of our area Sidewalk Advocates. 

   Deacon Bob has an exciting announcement to make on today's episode of DEACON DIARIES  Tune in to find out the news!

   Friday, November 11 - Bishop Kelly hosted the 4A Semi-Final against Blackfoot.  The Knights started strong and never looked back on their way to a 40-7 route.  BK punches their ticket to a FOURTH straight State Championship game!

   On this edition of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - it's part 2 with Laura Reeping, discussing more about the youth ministry programs available at St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  Also, Fr. Jack Bentz interviews a BSU student from the St. Paul's Student Center.

Tune in for part 1 of Clark's story on this edition of WHERE FAITH BEGINS with your hosts - Jake and Lindsay Dyson.

   Today on FAITH WITH FATHER, Deacon Kerry Harris and Fr. Flores from Our Lady of the Valley in Caldwell will reflect upon last weekend's Gospel reading and then look ahead to what we will hear at Mass on the 33rd Sunday of Ordinary Time.

   On this episode of the DEACON DIARIES, Dcn. Bob dives into the Catechism and reveals what Deacons were meant to do after the events of Vatican II.  A Deacon is not something you do...it's what you are!  The more you listen...the more you learn!

4A Playoffs - Quarterfinals:  Bishop Kelly hosting Middleton with the Knights notching a 34-14 win over the Vikings.  BK will host the semi-final game on Nov. 11th

Absorb the insights and serenity of the monastic life through your radio!  Salt & Light Radio presents First Friday at the Monastery - featuring Southern Idaho’s own Benedictine monks from the Monastery of the Ascension.  We bring you the beauty, inspiration and peace of a retreat at Ascension Monastery as the monks share their deep spirituality, wisdom and knowledge.  First Friday at the Monastery can be heard on the first Friday of each month at 6:00pm on Salt & Light Radio.

   It's the first edition of a newly revamped MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens.  For the remainder of this school year, youth ministers from around the Treasure Valley will speak with their teens on a variety of topics that affect teens.  This is Part 1 with Laura Reeping at St. Paul's in Nampa discussing "Young Adult Ministry"

   Today on GO ASK FATHER, the children from St. Edward's School ask their questions about the Catholic faith, and Fr. Julio Vicente has the answers!

On this edition of VOCATIONS FOCUS, Brian Howell and Mary Ellen Nourse chat with Fr. Vincent Kelber who is a Dominican Priest from Portland, OR.  Learn more about Dominican spirituality and his monastic lifestyle.

All-School Mass celebrating All Saints Day at Bishop Kelly High School

An interview with the awesome servers from OLV - John Paul, Damian,  and Abby; Our Lady of the Rosary thanks you for your hard work!

January 15th at 2:00pm, Sister Nancy Murray will be portraying St. Catherine of Sienna at Our Lady of the Rosary in Boise.

Patrick Tavelli in studio with Jimmy Harrison on the phone talking about FOCUS ministry.

Area professionals explain more about estate planning and perpetual tithing as part of Salt & Light Radio's "Legacy Giving" project

Ruth Loza from Immaculate Conception parish in Buhl

Frankie Hernandez from Immaculate Conception in Buhl

Bill Ystueta from the Twin Falls Chick-fil-A discusses the joys of working for a God-based business that is closed on Sundays to value faith, friends and family! 

Day 2 of the Fall Pledge Drive originates from Twin Falls.  KTFI Station Manager Diana Grandy shares a story about the importance of Catholic Radio ... a story that came from Tim Staples at Catholic Answers Live!

To wrap up our time with St. Mark's in Boise, Jeff & Val Allen chat with parish pastor - Fr. Ben Uhlenkott - about the exciting ministries and inspiring stories coming from this Catholic community.

David Charnock and Russ Biaggne from Holy Apostles talk with Dayne Johnson about how his Catholic faith has helped get him through difficult times.

David Charnock interviews Chairwoman Karen Mahoney and Principal Andi Kane about St. Ignatius Catholic School, which is set to open it's doors in August of 2017.

Lorissa Horn and Dan Minnaert from Sacred Heart in Boise discuss the importance of marriage and the Marriage for Life event   

Johnny Horn and Travis Wingo discuss the fruits from the first conference and then discuss the 2017 edition ... January 28th at Bishop Kelly High School.

Fr. Gary Thomas will be one of the keynote speakers at the upcoming Idaho Catholic Men's Conference.  He is also the exorcist priest for the Diocese of San Jose, California!  His training in Rome was the subject of the book and movie "The Rite."

On this episode of CATHOLIC IDAHO, we sit down with Mike Gallagher and Misti Hawkins to talk about the Society of St Vincent de Paul.  And later, we set the table for the Fall Pledge Drive that ran Oct. 26-28.  We kick off the show with Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul’s in Nampa, and a homily on the need to be persistent in prayer…

The Knights wrap up the regular season at Caldwell

Deacon Richard Kulleck [Part 2]

   On this episode of DEACON DIARIES, Deacon Bob begins to unpack the expectations of the position of Deacon within the Church, as  first described within 1 Timothy 3:8-10.

October 15, 2016 at St. John's Cathedral in Boise...Bishop Peter ordains four new Deacons for the Diocese of Boise.  Due to a technical issue, the final half-hour of this Mass was not captured - our apologies to the listeners.

   With a District Championship on the line, Bishop Kelly hosted Skyview at Nick Ysursa Field.  The Hawks scored first but the Knights continued to battle back en route to a 50-21 victory, earning a first-round bye in the upcoming 4A playoffs.

   It's another jam-packed edition of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens!  Chris Kreslins is your host as he talks with:  Sister Susie from the Sisters of Divine Grace ... Andrew from the FOCUS team at Boise State ... and Alberto Jaramillo - the new high school youth minister at St. John's Cathedral.

   Salt & Light Radio's Fall Pledge Drive entitled "For His Glory" will be October 26 through 28.  On this edition of WHERE FAITH BEGINS, the Dysons talk about the importance of Catholic Radio and how Salt & Light has made a difference throughout southern Idaho.

The All-School Mass, welcoming Bishop Peter and grandparents of Bishop Kelly students - celebrating the Feast of St. Teresa of Jesus

   Straight from the offices of Our Lady of the Valley in Caldwell, Fr. Flores and Dcn. Kerry Harris bring you FAITH WITH FATHER as they discuss the Gospel readings from this past Sunday...then look ahead to what we will hear at Mass this coming weekend.

   Time to once again open THE DEACON DIARIES ... this week, Dcn. Bob talks about the Biblical beginnings of the Diaconate, reading from Acts and 1st Timothy regarding the need for Deacons in the early Church.

   The new kids on the block - the Ridgevue Warhawks - visit Nick Ysursa Field for the first time.  The Knights celebrate Homecoming with a 57-6 win, allowing some younger players to participate in the 2nd half.  This win sets up a showdown with Skyview next week for the District Championship!

  Absorb the insights and serenity of the monastic life through your radio!  Salt & Light Radio presents First Friday at the Monastery - featuring Southern Idaho’s own Benedictine monks from the Monastery of the Ascension.  We bring you the beauty, inspiration and peace of a retreat at Ascension Monastery as the monks share their deep spirituality, wisdom and knowledge.

   This month on GO ASK FATHER, the school children from St. Edward's in Twin Falls ask questions about our Catholic faith ... and Fr. Julio Vicente has the answers.  The more you listen ... the more you learn!

   With the impending Deacon Ordination Mass, VOCATIONS FOCUS sits down with Dcn. Richard Kulleck to discuss the program and the candidates themselves.

   Mondays at 3:30pm, join Deacon Robert Barros-Bailey for DEACON DIARIES  Deacons are clerics called to serve the church as Christ the Servant.  Deacon Bob will explore the various ways deacons, deacon candidates, and their wives come to their vocation and how they live it out within their families, parishes and communities.  Come to a deeper understanding of this sacred order of service on DEACON DIARIES - Monday at 3:30pm on Salt & Light Radio.

   Another week...another hard-fought battle...as the Knights travel to Middleton and face the Vikings.  After a defensive struggle in the first half, BK later broke the game open en route to a 20-11 win.

   Today on MADE FOR MORE, Chris Kreslins has two inspiring conversations with a pair of incredible young Catholic women, living out their faith in different ways.

   Behind 14-0 early on, the Knights battled back against the Huskies.  It took overtime but BK escaped with a 34-28 win to remain undefeated for the season.

   Part 2 of our VOCATIONS FOCUS interview with Fr. Vogel - Co-Director of Vocations for the Diocese of Boise.

   GAME #4 ... the Knights traveled to Vallivue and faced a tough Falcons team.  Penalties and turnovers kept the game tight but eventually BK pulled away for a 29-15 victory and a 4-0 record.

"Mass of the Holy Spirit" - recorded at 9:30am on September 15th at Bishop Kelly High School with Fr. Donald Fraser as celebrant.

   Fr. Flores and Dcn. Kerry, from Our Lady of the Valley in Caldwell, team up for another edition of FAITH WITH FATHER - discussing the readings for the 25th Sunday of Ordinary Time

   On this episode of CATHOLIC IDAHO, we talk with Capstone Missions about their upcoming Fall Fiesta.  Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul’s in Nampa, dispelling some of the myths of liturgy since the reform of Vatican Council II.  Also, Passionately Pro-Life looks at the upcoming Pro-Life Fair coming September 22nd.  And Fr. Jack Bentz from St. Paul’s student center at Boise State continues their series entitled “You Got This!”

   As the Knights continue their quest for a fourth straight 4A State Championship, BK travels to Mtn. Home and leaves town with a 52-0 victory over the Tigers.

   Chris Kreslins hosts this edition of MADE FOR MORE - having a discussion regarding young adult ministry on our area college campuses.

   On this episode of WHERE FAITH BEGINS, the Dyson's discuss "God's Will" on the program.

   On today's edition of VOCATIONS FOCUS, Brian Howell sits down with Fr. Caleb Vogel, Co-Director of Vocations for the Diocese of Boise.  They discuss some of the recent events geared towards generating interest in vocations throughout the state.

   The last time Bishop Kelly lost a football game, it was last season against the Borah Lions at Dona Larsen Park.  This year, at Nick Ysursa Field, the Knights avenged that loss with a 27-0 blowout in the Battle of the Canal.  Dave Tester, Peter Oliver and Claudia Weathermon-Tester with the action.