Jackie Hopper from the Diocese of Boise drops by Morning Light to share more about Religious Education

   Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May, Executive Director of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, to give us an update on the tremendous success of the Thanksgiving Food Box program, talk about The Christmas Toy Store and share details about the Avenues of Hope year-end fundraiser.

Fr. Ewald Johannes from Verbum Spei is interviewed on Morning Light by Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse during "Vocations Focus"

After the run-off elections for Boise Mayor and Caldwell City Council, Christian Welp for the Idaho Catholic Network stops by Morning Light to talk about the results and what it could mean to our Christian value system moving forward.

Morning Light welcomes Superintendent of Idaho Catholic Schools - Dr. Sarah Quilci - to help clear up some misconceptions regarding our schools.  Also, how the #iGiveCatholic campaign can help your child's Catholic School.

   Principal Mike Caldwell from Bishop Kelly brings senior Kylie Godfrey onto the Morning Light show to talk about her time as a Knight and all the wonderful activities she's involved with including cheerleading, campus ministry and Pep Club.

   Jimmy Akin from Catholic Answers Live chats with Morning Light about his new book - "The Bible is a Catholic Book."

Check out our Facebook page and watch today's video to see the massive collection of hand-painted peg dolls!

Margaret Hampton, Development Coordinator for the Diocese of Boise, returns to Morning Light to talk about the upcoming #iGiveCatholic campaign, which is next Tuesday, December 3rd.  Since this is normally our segment that talks about Idaho Catholic Schools - we thought it would be interesting to discuss how the campaign will help those schools.

Morning Light talks with Amy Eisele - HR Manager and Assistant to the President - at Bishop Kelly High School

   Weeb Martin & Deacon Don Blythe from Risen Christ parish visit with Morning Light about a project 8 years in the making - their Christmas Tree Farm!

   For the 2nd time this week, Morning Light talks with David O'Neill from Bengal Catholic on the campus of Idaho State University in Pocatello.

Morning Light is excited to talk with Karlo Broussard from Catholic Answers Live, regarding his new book - "Meeting the Protestant Challenge."

Morning Light welcomes back Grant Breidenbach (Marketing Director) and Ralph May (Executive Director) from St. Vincent de Paul.

   During this edition of Vocations Focus on Morning Light, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse interview Fr. John Marie Bingham - Vocations Director of the Dominican Western Province.

Morning Light chats with Tina Kierce from A New Beginning Adoption Agency along with special guest - Nehemiah.  He and his siblings were in the foster-care system.  Now, he has turned that experience into advocacy in helping adopted children transition and adjust to new families.

Morning Light talks with Blaine Conzotti, Director of Advocacy for the Family Policy Alliance of Idaho, about three bills that are priorities for the next legislative session:  Simon’s Law … Sex-ed Opt-in … and Fairness in Sports Act (to save girls’ schools sports)

David O'Neill from Bengal Catholic on the Idaho State Campus in Pocatello shares an exciting event on Nov. 21 at Our Lady of the Rosary parish.

Morning Light talks with Jen Kurdy - Director of Student Support at Bishop Kelly High School.

   Morning Light talks with Fr. Tom from Bronco Catholic about his recent trip to Washington D.C. and his upcoming talk during the Jesuit Speaker Series.

Morning Light welcomes Bryce Hendrickson, Jessica Gallegos and Nicole Hoolihan to yak about YACC - the Young Adult Catholic Conference.  Also, FirePit Ministry's Theology on Tap is Monday, November 18th at Smoky Mountain Pizza on Parkcenter.  Check out firepit_ministry.com for more information

   Johnny Horn stops by Morning Light to discuss the upcoming Idaho Catholic Men's Conference.  To register, visit the website:  www.IdahoCatholicMen.org

Tony Quilici, former principal at St. Joseph’s Catholic School, is now with the Idaho Digital Learning Academy which is a state-sponsored, accredited, online school created to provide students greater access to a wide variety of courses taught by highly qualified faculty.

Tony Quilici with Idaho Digital Learning Academy which is a state-sponsored, accredited, online school created to provide students greater access to a wide variety of courses taught by highly qualified faculty.

On this Veterans Day, Morning Light talks with Sean Burlile - a Rehabilitation Counselor for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Sister Beverly Gregor from Marymount Hermitage

   Morning Light talks with Andi Kane, Principal at St. Ignatius Catholic School in Meridian - now in its 3rd year.

   Morning Light welcomes Jenny Sternling, Theater Arts Director for Bishop Kelly High School

   Fr. Patrick Conroy, the 60th Chaplain of the U.S. House of Representatives, is in town for the Jesuit Speaker Series at Bronco Catholic.  Ahead of tonight's talk at the BSU SUB, Fr. Conroy talks with Morning Light.

   During the Young Adult Ministry segment of Morning Light, we talk with Bobby Sieker about Ig.Nite - a wonderful opportunity for young Catholic people to get together on the Boise State campus.

   Tina Kierce from A New Beginning Adoption Agency stops by Morning Light to share details about the upcoming Open House event.

   Morning Light welcomes Juliet Jones to the show, discussing the Vocations Chalice (watch the video on Facebook Live to see what it looks like and how it's used)

   Morning Light talks to Rich Meyers from Catholic Charities of Idaho about National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

   Morning Light welcomes Rita Franklin, Executive Director of the BK Foundation.  What is the mission of the Foundation and what impact does it have on BK in the form of grants and scholarships?  Also, this Saturday, Nov. 2nd, is the Winner's Choice Dinner & Auction themed "A Spanish Knight."

   Jackie Hopper from the Diocese of Boise joins Morning Light to discuss Religious Education.

   Morning Light welcomes back Keith Pettyjohn, President of the Board for Salt & Light Radio, to kick-off the third and final day of the "Faith on Earth" Fall Pledge Drive.

   Morning Light welcomes Ralph May, Executive Director and Grant Breidenbach, Marketing Director of St. Vincent de Paul. There was a successful Food Drive for the Holy Apostles Food Pantry - over 10,000 lbs. of food donated! Both the Christmas Toy Store and Thanksgiving Food Box programs are full speed ahead! As temperatures drop this season, they have a need for coats, jackets, boots, warm clothes, etc.  

   Morning Light welcomes back Keith Pettyjohn to launch Day #2 of our Fall Pledge Drive.

   Morning Light welcomes Keith Pettyjohn, President of the Board for Salt & Light Radio, to officially kick-off the "Faith on Earth" Fall Pledge Drive.

   Today in the St. Gabriel Studio, Morning Light welcomes Brock Carpenter, Principal of Sacred Heart Catholic School in Boise

   Morning Light welcomes Lisa Cooper, Music Director of Bishop Kelly High School.  Over the summer, The Reg was transformed into BK’s new "Performing Arts Center."  The first event is tomorrow night - the BK Fall Music Concert.  Mrs. Cooper also teaches Pastoral Arts - if you're not sure what that is exactly, tune in and learn more.

   Morning Light discusses Religious Education on Mondays.  However, Jackie Hopper was out today so Brian asks Hope about religious education withing the home-schooling environment.

   Morning Light chats with The Coaching Educator - Rebecca M. Carroll - about "Pay to Play" in the NCAA.  Also, what changes have been made to the ACT?

   Morning Light welcomes back a familiar face (and voice) Whitni Willmore is our special secret guest, here to discuss the upcoming YACC - Young Adult Catholic Conference.

   Morning Light talks with BK head coach Tim Brennan about tonight's football game at Ridgevue High in Caldwell.

   Morning Light presents Catholic Book Club where we feature Alan Migliorato, author of “The Manly Art of Raising a Daughter”

   Kris Foster, musician from St. Mark's Catholic Community, stops by Morning Light to discuss the topic "Why Sing at Mass?"  There are plenty of Bible passages that speak to the reasons why!

   "Vocations Focus" is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month during Morning Light.  Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse interview newly ordained Deacon Floyd Loomis.

   Morning Light welcomes Doug Alles, Executive Director of Catholic Charities of Idaho today, which is the United Nations' International Day for the Eradication of Poverty - observed on October 17 each year since 1993.

   Morning Light interviews Rhett Mahoney, the Principal of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic School in Grangeville

   Morning Light talks with Lorissa Horn, Campus Minister at Bishop Kelly High School.  Topics include: this Friday morning's All-School Mass celebrating Grandparents, upcoming Retreats, Adoration at the BK Chapel, Theology of the Body used in Religion Curriculum and her take on the Catholic Women's Conference.

   Jackie Hopper drops by Morning Light to share more information regarding Religious Education in our Diocese.

   Morning Light welcomes two special guests - she is the host of Women of Grace Live and he hosts EWTN Open Line - Johnette and Jack Williams!  They are in Boise for Saturday's Idaho Catholic Women's Conference. 

   Morning Light welcomes Grant Breidenbach, Marketing Director for St. Vincent de Paul, to discuss the Back2Work program, Thanksgiving Boxes, Christmas Toy Store and a recent fundraiser at Westside Drive-In.

   Morning Light welcomes Catholic recording artist Julie Carrick to discuss her new Christmas CD being released at the end of the month.  Julie shares "Mandacate (The Manger)" - one of the many beautiful songs from the upcoming album.

   Alberto Jaramillo returns to Morning Light to discuss unanswered prayers when it comes to discernment among seminarians.

   During our weekly pro-life piece of Morning Light, Melissa Hemphill from Silent No More stops by with our Shockwaves for the month of October, which focuses on the Hispanic/Latino communities.

   Morning Light welcomes back MaryLou Molitor to provide us with "Political Potpourri."  When the Legislature is not in session, what happens inside the capital building?

   "Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light, where we’ve assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  This morning, we’re joined by Kathy Edwards from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise. Enjoy the story of the “Difficult Day” with Pooh & Piglet (a continuation of our talk regarding suicide prevention.)  

   J.A. Arroyo from the Knights of Columbus joins Morning Light today to discuss the topic of "Passion."

   Morning Light welcomes back the Idaho Lay Dominicans -  Mike Turner & David Charnock.  Today, we talk about a couple of historic battles where the victory was attributed to the Holy Rosary and Our Lady of Victory.

Morning Light speaks with Stephany Herrera, Assistant Principal of Academic Affairs at Bishop Kelly High School.

   Jackie Hopper and special guest Dennis Johnson recap the recent Catholic Educators Conference.

   Morning Light welcomes back Rebecca M. Carroll - The Coaching Educator - along with special guest, Katie Packwood.  Today, talking about the world of functional nutrition and neurofeedback!

   Morning Light welcomes Ben Brown from Treasure Valley Teens for Life.  This weekend is the special showing of a St. Faustina play at Our Lady of the Rosary in Boise.  The free will offering raises money for the TVT4L to travel to Washington DC for the March for Life. 

   "Coach's Corner" is a Friday segment of Morning Light where Brian & Hope talk with BK Head Coach Tim Brennan. We discuss last week's game and look forward to the upcoming contest. Tonight, the Knights (4-1) travel to Caldwell to take on the 0-5 Cougars.

   MaryLou Molitor appears on yet another segment of Morning Light - this time, Marriage & Family Life.  Almost two years after the sudden death of her husband, she shares the powerful story of the lessons she's learned since becoming a widow. What are some of her current challenges - and opportunities - this new chapter has provided in her life?

   "Vocations Focus" - heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month on Morning Light.  Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse interview Fr. Henry Carmona, currently at Holy Spirit Catholic Community in Pocatello.  Fr. Henry & the Nourse's started a program "Faith With Father" back in 2005, before Catholic Radio even existed!

   Morning Light welcomes Wendy Lahmon from Catholic Charities of Idaho. She is the Program Director for the Pathways to Progress program and today’s topic is “Financial Wellness.” This week is Financial Planning Week, and CCI offers financial wellness classes, and coaching, as well as access to a matched savings program.

   Morning Light presents "Passionately Pro-Life" with Emily Naugle, discussing 40 Days for Life and Respect Life Sunday

   Christian Welp from the Idaho Catholic Network stops by Morning Light - Franklin Graham has called for a Nation Day of Prayer for President Trump.  Also, what is coming up in the next Idaho Legislative season that Catholic voters should be aware of?

   “CATHOLIC COUNSELING” is a weekly segment of Morning Light, where we’ve assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  This morning, we’re joined by Dr. Joe Lipetzky from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise.  

   J.A. Arroyo and Mike Turner from the Knights of Columbus.

   Morning Light presents a weekly segment with the Idaho Lay Dominicans.  This week, Mike Turner & Alanna Burg stop by to talk about the Blessed Virgin Mary - specifically, the Holy Rosary and the novena Mary, Un-doer of Knots.

   From St. Mark's Catholic School, Brooke Smith & Laura Anderson drop by Morning Light.  These ladies are co-Chairs of the upcoming Dinner/Auction, which is the largest fundraiser for the school.  Listen in and find out about this year's theme, incredible auction items and more information on this annual event open to everyone.

   Our guest from Bishop Kelly couldn't make it in, so Morning Light co-hosts, Brian & Hope, talk about weekend events and the launch of our Whole30 food challenge which starts October 1st.

   Morning Light talks with David Ripley from Idaho Chooses Life about the annual Life Chain coming up - this Sunday, October 6th from 2-4 pm at the Red Robin across from Boise Towne Square Mall.

   Morning Light welcomes back Jackie Hopper, Director of Religious Education and Catechetical Leadership for the Diocese of Boise.  The topics for today include:  Biblical animation...National Bible Week...and one final push for this week's Catholic Educator's Conference.  

   Andrew Furphy from Bronco Catholic drops by Morning Light to discuss campus ministry during our weekly Young Adult Ministry segment of the show.

   Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May (Executive Director) along with Marie Fitzgerald (Business Manager) to discuss all of the ways St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Stores are social enterprises and are so much more than just thrift stores.

   From Churchbuilders, Morning Light welcomes Lucy Rodriguez of Saint Marks, Bruce Derry of Our Lady of the Rosary and Marty Quinowski of Saint John’s Cathedral.

   Fr. John Mosier drops by Morning Light to discuss The Serra Club - what it does, who it's named after and how others can help promote vocations in our Diocese.

   Morning Light welcomes Blaine Conzatti, Director of Advocacy for Family Policy Alliance of Idaho...along with special guest - Nampa Councilman Rick Hogaboam, who talks about being a graduate of Family Policy Alliance’s Statesman Academy...his efforts to end human trafficking in Nampa...and his involvement with Lifeline Pregnancy Care Center.

   "Knights News" is a weekly segment of Morning Light dedicated to our Knights of Columbus.  Today, Mike Turner (Council #899) interviews Brandi Swindell, founder of Stanton Health Care, regarding how the Knights have helped the pro-life cause over the years.  

   Morning Light chats with Fred Martin, the new Principal at St. Paul’s Catholic School in Nampa.

   Morning Light welcomes Cheryl Hutchinson, Asst. Principal (Student Affairs) from Bishop Kelly.  This is Homecoming Week - learn about all the fun activities planned.  School security, mental health and the Knight of the Week program are discussed as well.

   Jennifer Pagano is an accomplished actress who travels the country for Saint Luke Productions.  She will be in Boise on Sunday, October 6th starring in "Faustina: Messenger of Divine Mercy."  Morning Light interviews Jennifer about what she had to do to prepare for this role and how it has changed her life.

   Filling in for Jackie Hopper, Dr. Sarah Quilici joins us in studio for Morning Light - to talk more about the upcoming Catholic Education Conference.

   The Coaching Educator - Rebecca M. Carroll - visits Morning Light to talk about the FAFSA form and how vital it is when applying for financial aid towards college.

   After ten months...225 radio programs...and numerous station events, Whitni Willmore now embarks on a new chapter in her life. Sadly, this was her last day as co-host of Morning Light. Brian & Keith Pettyjohn share some memories and wish her all the best in the future.  Thank you "Half Pint" for helping create our new morning show and doing such a great job inspiring thousands of listeners.

   Morning Light chats with Coach Tim Brennan about tonight's Bishop Kelly football game as the Knights travel to Emmett to take on the Huskies.

   "Vocations Focus" is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month, a part of Morning Light.  In this episode, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse interview Dcn. Robert Barros-Bailey - Director of Formation for Deacons in the Diocese of Boise.  Eight new Deacons will be ordained on Sept. 28th at the Cathedral - learn more about what Deacon Bob does to prepare these men to serve the Church.