During our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, Morning Light visits with Cathryn Gardner from Our Lady of the Rosary on the topic:  "Hymns of Thankfulness"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pldbEUCkAnc (Old Hundredth)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmR1JszAM1E (We Gather Together)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEeHADqj8TU (For the Beauty of the Earth)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRIhEdZc3i0 (God of Our Fathers)

     Donna Marie Cooper-O’Boyle is an award-winning and best-selling author and journalist, TV host, international speaker, and pilgrimage and retreat leader.  Today, Morning Light talks discusses her latest book "Advent With Our Lady of Fatima" available through Sophia Institute Press.

https://sophiainstitute.com/product/advent-with-our-lady-of-fatima/ 

     Vocations Focus is heard the 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month on Morning Light.  However, those months that feature FIVE Thursdays, we offers you a bonus edition with Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse!  Today, we talk with Dcn. Floyd Loomis about his time as a permanent Deacon in the Diocese of Boise as well as a successful author.

     Morning Light presents this encore from Nov. 17, 2021 - Episode #2 of "The Catholic Attic" as Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. Paul’s parish in Nampa, explains more about the season of Advent.

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King & David Fortin, discussing the issues in today's culture that affect Catholic men.  Today, they interview Bear Woznick about his new book "12 Rules to Manhood: Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?"

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, she talks about the saints & feasts we have to look forward to in the coming week.  Then we discuss - why is Advent a penitential season?  And, how can we observe it as such? [Sorry Frosty & Rudolph - we’re really focused on our Savior!]

     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, Matt talks about dating and relationships.  

     Chef Lou Aaron could not be with us today so Morning Light has plucked out this Best of Cooking With Scripture from November 15, 2022 when Chef taught us all about the delicious date.

     Morning Light welcomes back John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans, talking today about "Advent & the Ten Commandments" focusing on paragraph #2052 in the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

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

     Sunday celebrated "Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe" so it made sense for Christ the King in Idaho Falls to be our Parish of the Week!  Morning Light catches up with Fr. Nelson Cintra to talk about his first assignment since being ordained and assigned this past summer.  What makes the parish unique?  How many families call it home and how many ministries are there at Christ the King?  Tune in and enjoy our lighthearted conversation.

     Sarah Howard from the Boise Rescue Mission joins Morning Light today to share more details about “Cradle of Hope.”  Sarah also tells us several heartwarming stories of the incredible work being done in this great work. 

     During the BONUS edition of "Catholic Book Club," Fr. Dwight Longenecker joins Morning Light to discuss his latest book “The Secret of the Bethlehem Shepherds” available through Sophia Institute Press.

 https://sophiainstitute.com/product/secret-of-bethlehem-shepherds/ 

     Man Cave is a weekly segment heard on Morning Light,  Today, Pat King & David Fortin talk with Dcn. Ben LoCasto about The Knights Templar.

     Teresa Zepeda joins Morning Light today talking about the Saints and feast days we're looking forward to during this week to come for our weekly "Faith & Feasts" segment.  But then…we also get to chat with Luke Zepeda (Teresa’s youngest) about his sophomore year at the U of I plus his involvement with the Vandal Catholic club (he is currently an officer on the Formation Committee!) 

     "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, we welcome back Sarah Lynch, talking today about: mental health for youth.

     "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.  Today, we discuss the mighty pomegranate!  Where is it in scripture and how was it used back in Biblical times?

     Alanna Burg & Pam Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to discuss “Grace & Justification”  (CCC paragraphs #1987 - #2021)

     “The Catholic Company Man” - Eric Meyer - is in Iceland this week on business so Morning Light pulled out this best of segment.  With the recent success of the Vandals football team, we thought it could be nice to revisit our chat with head coach Jason Eck from May 8th.

     Morning Light announces our Parish of the Week - St. Catherine’s Station in Hagerman (which falls under the care of Immaculate Conception in Buhl). Fr. Shiyo is the priest at Immaculate Conception these days and he was on our Vocations Focus segment back on July 7, 2022. 

     During our weekly "Passionately Pro-Life" segment, Morning Light talks with high school counselor Scott Naugle about suicide prevention.  With a recent uptick of teen suicide in our area, we discuss the warning signals and things you can do to help prevent this tragedy.  For help and other resources, remember to dial 988.

     The Knights of Bishop Kelly cap off an undefeated season and win the Idaho 4A State Championship with a thrilling 29-26 victory over the Hillcrest Knights on the Blue Turf of Albertson Stadium on the Boise State University campus.

     Morning Light dives deep for yet another Blast From the Past!  Eight years ago on this day, we aired a “Collar Talk” program with Fr. Justin Brady & Fr. Caleb Vogel talking about The Dedication of the Basilica of Sts. Peter & Paul. What is tomorrow’s feast day all about? Tune in and learn more!

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

     On this edition of Catholic Book Club, Morning Light talks with author Kate Sydnor about her beautiful new children's book entitled “Goodnight, Jesus” available through Sophia Institute Press.

https://sophiainstitute.com/product/goodnight-jesus 

     During our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, Morning Light visits with Kris Foster from St. Mark’s music ministry, talking about St Cecelia and her feast day on November 22nd.  She also gives us a "teaser" for their upcoming Advent concert by sharing the song “Gabriel’s Message.” 

     Once in awhile, Morning Light does a deep dive into our audio archives for some of the things we produced before the morning show existed.  Today, this interview was taken from an old “Catholic Idaho” program, when we spoke with EWTN’s Raymond Arroyo on June 27, 2017.

     Vocations Focus is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month as part of Morning Light.  Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse talk with MaryLou Molitor about the 2024 Men in Black calendars and how they raise funds for the St. John Vianney Society.  For a $15 donation, you can enjoy this unique calendar that shows priests in our Diocese doing the things they enjoy doing when they're not celebrating Mass.

     Morning Light presents "The Catholic Attic" - our monthly catechesis lesson from Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  With Thanksgiving right around the corner, Fr. Brady discusses how to truly give thanks and gratitude for all the Lord has blessed us with.

     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 finish their interview with Joe McGivney, a direct descendant of Blessed Michael McGivney, founder of the Knights of Columbus.

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, we talk about the special Saints to celebrate over the next week.  Then, she discusses ways to begin preparing for a blessed Advent season.

From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Morning Light welcomes back Kathy Edwards…talking today about three words as they apply to our communication with others:

1. True 

2. Necessary

3. Kind 

     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 our co-hosts gobble down almonds coated with dark chocolate and some yummy chocolate chip cookies made from almond flour, Chef Lou talks preparing for the future.

     Morning Light welcomes Josh Andrus & Mike Turner from the Idaho Lay Dominicans, here today to discuss “Moral Law” (CCC paragraphs #1950 - #1985)

     Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors of The Magis Center, returns to Morning Light to discuss both faith AND science.  Dr. French will be giving a presentation on the Shroud of Turin during the upcoming Idaho Catholic Men's Conference.  Be sure to register soon so you don't miss out on this opportunity to learn!  www.IdahoCatholicMen.org 

     Can we combine faith AND fitness into our daily routine?  According to Jay Goodman - YES!  Morning Light introduces you to this Army trainer who has been getting people in good shape both physically AND spiritually.

     From Stanton International, Linda Thomas and Lila Afoa (Executive Director) join Morning Light to share more about the services and classes going on at the Boise Wellness Center as well as some things from their Fall Impact Report.

Bishop Kelly Knights - 28

Pocatello Thunder - 18

     Morning Light wraps us a Faithful Friday edition of the show talking with Sarah Lemieux, Director of Publicity for Sophia Institute Press  and now - Executive Director of Sophia Communications.  Sarah shares with us the inspiration behind Sophia Communications, what it is and its mission.

     Ken Reif, Idaho State Advocate for the Knights of Columbus, stops by Morning Light to discuss the topic: “Why Catholic men need to join the Knights?”

     Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho.  Today, Ralph talks about Veteran’s Day then gives us some information on the Thanksgiving Food Boxes and updates on the Christmas Toy Store and Cookies for Corrections.

     During our weekly Sacred Music segment, Morning Light introduces you to local composer John Vitz.  Learn more about his music at www.AngelusMusic.com 

     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.  This morning, we cover paragraphs 1631 and 1632.

     In honor of our recent 5th Anniversary, this is the very first Morning Light interview from November 5th, 2018 as Brian & Whitni Willmore talk with Donna Gordon, Principal of St. Mark’s School.

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light with Pat King & David Fortin.  Today, part 1 of their conversation with an actual blood relative of Blessed Michael McGivney!

     "Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  After a quick look at this week’s line up of Saints and Feast Days, we continue our conversation about the ancient tradition of offering Masses for the dead. What is the reason that this practice has persisted up to today? Plus, other ways we can remember the faithful departed this month.

     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 about how to teach young children about respect.

     Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary, returns for a little "Cooking With Scripture," talking today about salt.  While our Morning Light co-hosts enjoy a plate of homemade French Fries, Chef talks about the importance of life-giving salt and how we must practice what we preach.

     John Keenan & Pam Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to discuss “Social Justice.”  Who is responsible for maintaining the greater good?  The Church or the government?  More materials are available at their website:  www.DominicanIdaho.org

     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 15…”Fired and Faith.”  In a world of HR-appropriate language, how can we keep our Faith as the cornerstone for our careers and professional lives?  Eric gives us his thoughts on Church & corporations colliding in today’s culture.

     Morning Light is pleased to announce the next Parish of the Week - St. Charles Borromeo in Hailey.  Richard Kulleck talks with us about how vibrant the community is in the parish, some of its unique history and shares the upcoming events as well. Visit https://stcharleshailey.org to learn more

     How well do you know the pro-life groups in our area?  Emily Naugle stops by Morning Light once again to administer a quiz to our co-hosts.  She also provides a report of the recent wrap-up of 40 Days for Life in Ontario, OR.

Bishop Kelly - 28

Emmett Huskies - 7

     Morning Light introduces you to Fr. Augustine Wetta, OSB - a monk at Saint Louis Abbey and one of the keynote speakers for the upcoming Idaho Catholic Men's Conference.  If, after you listen to Fr. Wetta's sense of humor, want to register for the Feb. 3rd event before it sells out - go to the website: www.IdahoCatholicMen.org 

     Staff Writer Emily Woodham fills in for Editor Dcn. Scott Pearhill and walks Morning Light through the latest issue of the Idaho Catholic Register hot off the press!

     Morning Light talks with Dr. Karel Sovak, Deacon of the School of Business at the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND.  Dr. Sovak returns to Idaho next week as the keynote speaker for Salt & Light Radio's Catholic Leadership Series (Nov. 7 in Twin Falls and Nov. 8 in Boise)  Register now at our website: https://saltandlightradio.com/catholic-leadership-series 

     During our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, Morning Light welcomes back Ken Jercha from the music ministry at Holy Apostles in Meridian.

     November is National Adoption Month.  MaryLou Molitor stops by Morning Light to share some new legislation that will hopefully be considered in the 2024 session that could make the adoption process in Idaho easier and more cost-effective for women in crisis pregnancies.

     "Vocations Focus" is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month as part of Morning Light.  Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse catch up with Fr. Tim Segert!  Recently ordained to the priesthood this past summer, Fr. Tim is now the Parochial Vicar at the Cathedral of St. John in downtown Boise.

     Johnny Horn & Travis Wingo join Morning Light this morning as we officially launch registration for the 2024 Idaho Catholic Men’s Conference! Get all the details and sign up soon at www.IdahoCatholicMen.org

     Pat King & David Fortin (Spirit of Truth Radio Arts) bring you Man Cave - a weekly segment of Morning Light.  Today, they discuss the recent events in Isreal.

     "Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today is a new month so she shares the Pope's intention for November then discusses some important feast days over the next week.  Plus, we delve into the ancient practice of offering a Mass for the deceased.