Blessed & Beautiful is a weekly segment of Morning Light aimed at Catholic women. Today, Rachel Gehring from "Transformed by Mercy" shares her thoughts on Marriage.

Jodi Goettemoeller, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with Catholic Charities of Idaho, joins Morning Light today to talk about the mental health ministry team that she is part of.  It’s a multidisciplinary team between the diocese, Catholic Charities and other counselors and nurses. She also shares details about an upcoming event in Northern Idaho in April. For basic info, please visit the Diocese's website. https://www.dioceseofboise.org/mental-health

Morning Light introduces you to Scott Weeman - founder of Catholic in Recovery - a ministry that integrates the Sacraments, twelve-step recovery, and community support to help individuals and families heal from addiction. There are two retreats coming up in March (men) and April (women) in Beaverton, OR. For more information, visit www.CatholicinRecovery.com/events 

Cathryn Gardner from Our Lady of the Rosary parish joins Morning Light to provide our weekly "Sacred Music" segment. In honor of the start of Lent on Wednesday, she shares some "classical" pieces composed for Lent:

Lamentations (Robert White) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DcrdVlF7MMY

7 Last Words of Christ (Haydn) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bNa7AUPXZtw 

Symphony of Psalms (Stravinsky) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxY0Q4yVwAs 

Gina Schmidt returns to Morning Light with our Faith Community Nursing segment. This edition is a Caregiving 101 episode as we ask WHO is a family caregiver? Gina works through some top tips for caregivers and reveals the Patron Saint for caregivers. Gina will return on March 13 to wrap up this topic so in the meantime, if you have questions about caregiving, please email them to us at MorningLight@saltandlightradio.com and she will answer them during her next segment.

Morning Light welcomes back Fr. John Mosier, pastor of St. Mark's Catholic Community in Boise, to discuss the recent Called By Name Sunday and thoughts on how young people can discern their future vocation.

Gabe Ryan talks once again with Fr. Caleb Vogel as Morning Light continues our "Catholic Kids Questions" segment…’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, talking about the issues that Catholic men face in today's society.  

Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. Today, she takes a look at the saints and feast days we get to celebrate over the next seven days. Lent is only a week away, so Teresa gives us some resources to use to improve this important season of our faith journey.

Morning Light presents a "best of" Catholic Counseling as we pluck this audio nugget from Feb. 20 of last year when Matt Peck talked about "false gods."

"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. Today, Chef shares a story or two about heritage and knowing where we came from.

Josh Andrus & Mike Turner from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to discuss “Prudence”

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 continues our weekly segment - Why Catholics Do That with today’s topic - “Purgatory” 

Hunter Kassens, FOCUS Missionary from Idaho State University in Pocatello, join Morning Light today to wrap up our annual FOCUS in February series.

Morning Light welcomes Ron Froehlich, college science Professor with 33 yrs. of total teaching experience in life sciences, for our weekly Passionately Pro-Life segment. With advanced degrees in anatomy/physiology, microbio human biology and education, Ron taught embryology and genetics at several schools including Univ. of Washington, Univ. of North Dakota Medical School and Oregon State. He will be the guest speaker at the upcoming Soup for the ProLife Soul happening March 6th at the St. Mark's parish hall in Boise.

Blessed & Beautiful is a weekly segment of Morning Light dedicated to Catholic women. Today, Diana Carrillo shares her unique thoughts on marriage.

Philip A. Janquart, Assistant Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, joins Morning Light today to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press.  This edition is dedicated to the 2025 Idaho Catholic Appeal.

Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May, Executive Director of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul SW Idaho, to follow up on more data from the 2024 Annual Report.

This week, during our "Sacred Music" segment of Morning Light, Kris Foster from St. Mark's in Boise reminds us that it's almost time for our Lenten journey. What will be happening in our parishes and during Mass during Lent that sets it apart from Ordinary Time? She also shares a beautiful song off of her Humbled CD entitled "I Heard the Voice of Jesus."

Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light once again with some updates on upcoming events and then he continues his series on the Jubilee Year of Hope.

Vocations Focus in heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month as part of Morning Light. Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse talk with Andrew Furphy, Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministries for the Diocese of Boise, about the upcoming Idaho Catholic Youth Conference which is slated to attract over 1,600 teens from across Idaho!

Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. Paul’s parish in Nampa, joins Morning Light for this month's edition of The Catholic Attic as he launches a new series on the 4 Cardinal Virtues as we talk more about “Prudence.”

Pat King's Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light. Today, Pat takes us back to the Garden of Eden and shares ideas on how a community garden could help you get to know your neighbors a little better.

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. Do you have a moody teen or a young adult that seems to be down? Jarrod Crump with Meridian Advanced Psychiatry and SPERO Mental Health & Healing shares ways to tell what is natural and what needs to be addressed with a trained professional.

"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, Chef discusses fish in the Bible while our co-hosts enjoy some delicious steelhead on their plates!

Morning Light welcomes back Pam Jaszkowiak & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans to discuss Charity.

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 continues our series - Why Catholics Do That.  Today’s topic - “The GIRM.”  What is it and who can use it? 

Morning Light presents this FOCUS in February interview from last year as Taylor Middleton (Boise State University) shares her experience as a FOCUS missionary.

Scott Naugle, Idaho Knights of Columbus prolife chair, joins Morning Light this Presidents Day to discuss the things President Trump has already done to uphold prolife values.

"Blessed & Beautiful" is a weekly segment of Morning Light aimed at Catholic women. Today is St. Valentine's Day so Diann Scheetz joins us with her thoughts on this month’s topic - “Marriage.” 

Morning Light introduces you to Shyla Rankin, Donor Relations Manager with Catholic Charities of Idaho. To learn more about their mission and ministry, please visit: www.CCIdaho.org 

Morning Light was delighted to welcome back Sister Paesie from the Kizito Family mission in Haiti with an update on her schools and students in Cité Soleil.

Morning Light welcomes John Vitz from Angelus Music back to the show to provide this week's "Sacred Music" segment. With Valentine's Day tomorrow, John shares a love story from his musical "The Cure' of Ars." Check out his music (with videos) at www.AngelusMusic.com 

Gina Schmidt returns to Morning Light with our Faith Community Nursing segment. February is American Heart Month so the focus for this segment will be on Womens Heart Health, including statistics, risk factors, key differences in Heart Disease for women, diagnosis/treatment and even a Patron Saint to share!

From Vianney Vocations, Morning Light welcomes back Chris Kreslins to share more details about this weekend’s “Called By Name” event.

Morning Light continues our "Catholic Kids Questions" segment with Part 2 of a lively conversation between Gabe and Dcn. David Shackley from Holy Apostles in Meridian...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. Today's theme - "Keep Your Eye on the Ball."

Morning Light presents a special episode of Faith & Feasts as Teresa Zepeda highlights the book "All About Lent" by talking with the author Katie Bogner, who has been a trusted source for many of Teresa's liturgical celebrations over the years! Tune in and find out why...

"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. Kathy Edwards from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise talks about how Spring is a time for renewal. What is a healthy approach to our Lenten journey? How should we focus on sacrifice and self-improvement? Tune in and learn more!

"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. Boisse. Chef could not be with us this morning so we pulled this "Best of" segment from Feb. 7, 2023 talking about SALT!

Morning Light welcomes back John Keenan & Alanna Burg from the Idaho Lay Dominicans, discussing the theological virtue of hope. Learn more at www.DominicanIdaho.org 

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 the next edition of Why Catholics Do That...with today’s topic on “Cremation.” 

Morning Light welcomes back our Passionately Pro-Life advocate, Emily Naugle, with a recap of the Boise March for Life and a preview of the Oregon Right to Life’s prolife conference coming up on Saturday, March 1st in Tualatin, OR. Learn more at https://www.ortl.org/conference 

Morning Light presents our weekly "Blessed & Beautiful" segment - this week, Taryn Kammeraad shares her thoughts on marriage. Among the questions she answers: What do you believe is the most important quality for a successful marriage? What are some practical tips for maintaining a strong marriage? How has your faith influenced your marriage? What advice would you give those considering marriage?

Morning Light welcomes back Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press! This issue looks back at Catholic Schools Week and the activities surrounding the Boise March for Life. Also, news about a new podcast series! Get more details at their brand-new website - www.idahocatholicregister.org 

Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, joins Morning Light to share the not-yet-published Annual Report of what SVdP did this past year with our radio audience. Tune in and hear some impressive numbers from home visits, the food pantry and of course the re-entry program.  The report will be made public late at their website: www.svdpid.org 

During this week's Sacred Music segment, Morning Light welcomes back Ken Jercha to discuss the sin of despair versus turning to Jesus in our times of need. We also share a powerful song from Ray Boltz called "The Anchor Holds."

Morning Light welcomes Shannon & Shelly Batman to talk about next week’s Marriage Enrichment Event at St. John’s Cathedral. Two sessions on Friday the 14th (5:30-9pm) and two sessions on Saturday the 15th (Noon-4pm). $10 per person which includes all sessions along with snacks & beverages. Contact the Cathedral office to register.

Vocations Focus is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month as part of Morning Light.  Today, Mary Ellen Nourse talks with Friar Mario Serrano, Vocation Director for the Franciscan Friars Conventual, Province of Our Lady of Consolation.

Morning Light continues our "Catholic Kids Questions" segment as Gabe has a lively conversation with Dcn. David Shackley from Holy Apostles in Meridian...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's Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light - today, talking about the Little Black Book in time for Lent...the recent Idaho Catholic Men's Conference...and being invited to a podcast with the Idaho Catholic Register.

Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. Today, she highlights some local news regarding this Jubilee Year of Hope. Then, highlighting the saints and feast days 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, we welcome back Dr. Joe Lipetzky from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, talking about teaching kids to be more social.

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 more about the mustard seed parable and how the Book of Malachi has many of the same references found in the Book of Revelation.

Mike Turner and April Ross from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to share more about formation as a Dominican.

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 during our weekly segment called Why Catholics Do That. Today on Morning Light, her topic is  “Relics.” What is a relic? Do they possess "magical" properties? What can be considered a relic? The more you listen, the more you learn! 

The series for this month is our annual FOCUS in February where each week we will talk with a missionary from one of the three Idaho university campuses. To kick off the series, Morning Light shares an encore of a recorded interview from last June with Curtis Martin, founder of FOCUS.

During our weekly "Passionately Pro-Life" segment, Jacqueline Wakefield joins Morning Light on the topic: What the media, and those attacking Idaho's abortion law, fail to tell you. After sharing Idaho's abortion challenges and statistics, she does some myth busting because pro-abortion advocates claim that changes are needed because: Idaho's abortion law is causing a physician desert, doctors are confused and fear prosecution, Idaho's abortion law is hurting women and causing hospitals to close.