VOCATIONS FOCUS today is Part 1 with Deacon Bill & Gina Burns from St. John's Cathedral in Boise, ID.

Deacon Gene Fadness [Part 3]

   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.

   Chris Kreslins is your host for this jam-packed edition of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens.  Another tip for having a holy relationship...info on an idea regarding a Pentecost Vigil...plus, an interview with Mark Henry...and details of upcoming summer camps.

Deacon Gene Fadness [Part 2]

   On this edition of VOCATIONS FOCUS, Jim Nourse and Brian Howell begin a 3-part interview with Deacon Gene Fadness from St. Mary's parish in Boise.  Today, learn how Dcn. Gene went from the LDS faith to evangelical and eventually came home to the Catholic Church.

   This month on GO ASK FATHER, the students from St. Edward's School ask the questions...and Fr. Julio Vicente provides the answers.

   It's an action-packed edition of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens!  We start off with Sean Forrest talking about Haiti 180, followed by Rob & Gina Sower with some exciting news regarding this summer's Apolo-ghetti Camp.  Finally, Chris talks with his daughter Anna about her heart-felt decision about vocations!

   Jim and Mary Ellen Nourse sit down with Fr. Camillo Garcia on this edition of VOCATIONS FOCUS.  Fr. Camillo discusses his recent trip to Mexico where he was able to help celebrate Mass with Pope Francis!

   Today on VOCATIONS FOCUS, Jim Nourse and Brian Howell present Part 3 of their interview with Fr. Jose Thomas from Blessed Sacrament in Ontario and the Diocese of Baker, OR

   Fr. Flores has a special guest during this edition of FAITH WITH FATHER.  Instead of Deacon Kerry in the studio, this week it's Fr. Caleb Vogel!  Since the two are at neighboring parishes in Caldwell and Nampa, why not be on the same radio program?  These two amazing priests will reflect on the Gospel readings from the Fourth Sunday of Lent and then look ahead to what we'll hear at Mass this coming weekend.

   On tonight’s CATHOLIC IDAHO we talk with Dean Cooper - the head coach of our local Idaho Stampede basketball team.  Plus, Fr. Mike St. Marie with a “Five for the Faith” segment on forgiveness … and our friend Shelly Donahue returns with “The Tall Truth” - parenting for purity on purpose!  We kick off the show with Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's in Nampa and his homily from the 3rd Sunday of Lent.

Fr. Jose Thomas Mudakodiyil - Part 2

   In this edition of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - your host Chris Kreslins talks about building your house on rock versus sand - citing the words from Matthew 7:24.  Plus, he makes a phone call to Pete Espil, Campus Minister at Idaho State University, regarding his new book - "Being a Teen for Christ."

   During this edition of CATHOLIC IDAHO, we talk with Pete Espil about a new book he’s written entitled “Being a Teen for Christ.”  Plus, a “Five for the Faith” segment with Fr. Mike St. Marie on reading scripture … and our friend Shelly Donahue returns with “The Tall Truth” - parenting for purity on purpose!  We kick off the show with Fr. Caleb Vogel and his homily from the 2nd Sunday of Lent regarding anger - one of the 7 deadly sins.

Fr. Jose Thomas Mudakodiyil - Part 1

   On tonight’s CATHOLIC IDAHO, we interview Dr. Scott Hahn … in preparation for his trip to Boise this weekend, Dr. Hahn will talk about the New Evangelization, the Jubilee Year of Mercy and other topics.  We kick off the show with Fr. Caleb Vogel and his homily from the 1st Sunday of Lent...plus, a “Five for the Faith” segment with Fr. Mike St. Marie regarding temptation…and our friend Shelly Donahue returns with “The Tall Truth: Parenting for Purity on Purpose."

   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 "radio 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...1140 KGEM (Boise) and 1270 KTFI (Twin Falls).

This month on GO ASK FATHER, Fr. Julio Vicente answers questions about our Catholic Faith from the religious education students at both St. Jerome and Immaculate Conception parishes.

   Today on VOCATIONS FOCUS, Brian Howell and Jim Nourse once again talk with Fr. Enrique Terriquez - retired priest.  Learn how he came from Mexico and ended up in our Diocese of Boise, plus later in the show Fr. Enrique answers your questions about our Catholic faith.

   Salt & Light Radio suspended our regularly scheduled local programming this past week to bring you a series of interviews to recognize Catholic Schools Week.  Today, we wrap up our week with Mark Hopkins, principal of St. Mark's School in Boise. 

   As 1270 KTFI-AM in the Magic Valley wraps up Catholic Schools Week, Jerry Marcantonio gets on the telephone once again - this time to interview Carina VanPelt, the principal of Holy Rosary School in Idaho Falls.

   This week, Salt & Light Radio is suspending our regularly scheduled local programming to bring you a series of interviews to help celebrate Catholic Schools Week.  Today, we sit down with Brock Carpenter, principal of Sacred Heart School in Boise - who also serves as TVCS Athletic Director (Treasure Valley Catholic Schools) 

   This week, Salt & Light Radio will break from our regular scheduled local programming to shine the spotlight on our area Catholic Schools.  Today, Brian Howell sits down with Dr. Sarah Quilici - principal of St. Joe's Catholic School in downtown Boise.

   Catholic Schools Week continues on Salt & Light Radio.  Today, Jerry Marcantonio gets on the telephone to interview Nancy Corgiat - principal at Holy Spirit Catholic School in Pocatello, which originally aired on 1270 KTFI-AM.

   As we continue to recognize Catholic Schools Week on Salt & Light Radio, tonight on CATHOLIC IDAHO we interview President Rich Raimondi and Principal Mike Caldwell from Bishop Kelly High School ... later in the show, Jim Reed - the new Diocesan Superintendent of Catholic Schools!

   This week, Salt & Light Radio will break from our regular scheduled local programming to shine the spotlight on our area Catholic Schools.  Today, Brian Howell chats with Tammy Emerich - the new principal at St. Mary's Catholic School in Boise.

   This week, Salt & Light Radio will break from our regular scheduled local programming to shine the spotlight on our area Catholic Schools.  Today, Diana Grandy will interview Principal Wes Remaley and Director Beth Cofer from St. Nicholas Catholic School in Rupert.

   This week, Salt & Light Radio will break from our regular scheduled local programming to shine the spotlight on our area Catholic Schools.  Today, Brian Howell sits down with Randy McCormick - principal of St. Paul's Catholic School in Nampa.

   This week, Salt & Light Radio will break from our regular scheduled local programming to shine the spotlight on our area Catholic Schools.  Today, Diana Grandy will interview Angela Hild - principal of St. Edward's Catholic School in Twin Falls.

Part 1 with Fr. Enrique Terriquez - retired priest from our Diocese of Boise

   This is a very special PRO-LIFE edition of CATHOLIC IDAHO on Salt & Light Radio.  This Saturday is the annual March For Life - Mass will be celebrated at 11am in St. John’s Cathedral followed by the march which concludes on the steps of the Capital in downtown Boise.  Special guest this year is Ramona Trevino, former Director of the Planned Parenthood in Sherman, Texas and author of the book Redeemed by Grace.  We speak to Ramona later in the program.  But first, the Regional Coordinator of Students For Life of America, Lisa Atkins.  Lisa began her involvement in the pro-life movement almost by accident a few years ago as a Boise State student.  Since then, that involvement led her to become a member of the Catholic Church!  Plus, a recent homily from Fr. Vogel at St. Paul's parish in Nampa rounds out the program...

   Chris Kreslins is your host for this edition of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens.  Chris talks with his two daughters, Anna - regarding the transition from high school to college ... and Maddie - about the group FOCUS and how it teaches young people to better evangelize.  Plus, Lisa Atkins discusses "Students For Life" and Margot Loza, co-director of the pro-life group in Moscow at the University of Idaho.

   HAPPY NEW YEAR!  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...1140 KGEM (Boise) and 1270 KTFI (Twin Falls).

   Today on VOCATIONS FOCUS, Jim and Mary Ellen Nourse wrap up their interview with Fr. Caleb Vogel - pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa and the Co-director of Vocations for the Diocese of Boise.  Hear how his family influenced his decision to become a priest!

   Today on VOCATIONS FOCUS, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse chat with Fr. Caleb Vogel, currently assigned to St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  Learn more about Fr. Vogel's journey to priesthood and what his responsibilities include serving as Co-Director of Vocations for the Diocese of Boise.

   On this episode of CATHOLIC IDAHO, an interview with Sara Zglobicki and Claudia Arizmendi from Little Flower Parish in Burley, both of whom have recently considered the vocation of becoming a religious sister. They share advice for discerning a religious vocation, tips on how we can support vocations in our own community, and stories of how the discernment process has changed their lives for the better!  Plus, just in time for the holiday shopping season, Fr. Mike St. Marie will talk about Materialism in a "Five for the Faith" segment.  Plus, Fr. Caleb Vogel's recent homily on Fortitude.  

   "A long time ago...in a galaxy far, far away."  Fans of the Star Wars movies instantly recognize those words and are all excited about Episode 7 hitting movie theaters next week.  Today on MADE FOR MORE, the Catholic Radio Show for Teens, Johnny Horn has a round-table discussion with Chris Kreslins, Jacob Brown and Brian Howell on the similarities and differences of Star Wars lore with our Catholic faith.  May the Force be with you!

   MAGIC VALLEY - Diana Grandy talks to Tim Staples on tonight's episode of CATHOLIC IDAHO.  Also on the program, Fr. Vogel discusses prudence, "Five For the Faith" honors Mary and we wrap up the program with Dr. Scott Hahn.  Celebrate the Immaculate Conception with this hour-long program focused on our Blessed Mother.

   On this edition of VOCATIONS FOCUS, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse welcome back Deacon Richard Kulleck for part 2 of his interview regarding Servant School.

   Jim and Mary Ellen Nourse are joined in studio by Deacon Richard Kulleck to discuss Servant School on this edition of VOCATIONS FOCUS.  Plus, find out more about the six men ordained as Deacons back on October 24th.  This is part one of a 2-part series with Dcn. Kulleck ... the next part is scheduled to air on December 2nd.

   In honor of Fr. Justin Brady being on a recent episode of Vocation Boom Radio on EWTN, we will play excerpts from that program on this edition of CATHOLIC IDAHO.  Plus, a recent homily from Fr. Vogel at St. Paul's in Nampa.

   On this episode of VOCATIONS FOCUS, we sit down with the Jesuit priests from the St. John's Student Center on the campus of Boise State - Fr. Jack Bentz and Fr. Radmar Jao.  Learn more about their interesting paths to becoming priests and plans for the young adults at BSU this school year.

   During the "Fruits of the Family" Fall Pledge Drive on Salt & Light Radio, Bill & Jayne Teske share their stories from a recent trip along the Camino de Santiago

   During the "Fruits of the Family" Fall Pledge Drive on Salt & Light Radio, Teresa Nadareski discusses her involvement at Bishop Kelly High School as the Campus Minister

   During the "Fruits of the Family" Fall Pledge Drive on Salt & Light Radio, we interview EWTN host Jesse Romero about his involvement with the upcoming Idaho Catholic Men's Conference.

   During the "Fruits of the Family" Fall Pledge Drive on Salt & Light Radio, we head out to Corpus Christi parish in Fruitland to talk with Dcn. Tom & Tina Turpin.

Laura Plein sits down with Mark Martin to talk about youth ministry at Our Lady of Good Counsel in Mountain Home.

   During the "Fruits of the Family" Fall Pledge Drive on Salt & Light Radio, we chat with Johnny Horn and Travis Wingo about the upcoming Idaho Catholic Men's Conference (January 30, 2016 at the BSU SUB Ballroom)

   During the "Fruits of the Family" Fall Pledge Drive on Salt & Light Radio, our KTFI crew talks to the folks from Stanton Clinic about the pro-life battles in the Magic Valley.

   During the "Fruits of the Family" Fall Pledge Drive on Salt & Light Radio, the KTFI team sits down with Winston & Chris Inouye.

   During the "Fruits of the Family" Fall Pledge Drive on Salt & Light Radio, Chris Kreslins interviews Bishop Peter Christensen about his past year in the Diocese of Boise.

Karen Mahoney speaks with Mary Wax about the new St. Ignatius Catholic School coming soon to Holy Apostles parish in Meridian.

Katie Stroschein interviews both Juliet Jones and Fr. Ben from St. Mark's Catholic Community regarding the importance of Salt & Light Radio.

   During the "Fruits of the Family" Fall Pledge Drive on Salt & Light Radio, Robin & Remy Mitra from St. Mark's talk about their involvement with a group called "Couples For Christ."

   During the "Fruits of the Family" Fall Pledge Drive on Salt & Light Radio, Mark Henry sits down with Rose and Fr. Radmar Jao from the St. Paul's student center on the campus of Boise State University.

    During the "Fruits of the Family" Fall Pledge Drive on Salt & Light Radio, Mary Wax talks with the Ware Family from Holy Apostles in Meridian.

   On this edition of VOCATIONS FOCUS, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse sit down with Fr. Funke from St. John's Cathedral to continue the conversation regarding his work with the seminarians in our Diocese.

   On tonight's CATHOLIC IDAHO program:  Travis Wingo (Authentic Manhood), Lisa Atkins (Students for Life of America), Fr. Rick Frechette (Project Haiti), Fr. Caleb Vogel (Marriage & Families) and Fr. Mike St. Marie (Five for the Faith).

   On this episode of VOCATIONS FOCUS, Jim Nourse and Brian Howell sit down with Fr. Funke who is not only the Rector of St. John's Cathedral...but also Co-Director of Vocations in the Diocese of Boise.  Learn more about Fr. Funke's 35 years of being a priest and the men who are currently in seminary.

Dcn. Robert Barros-Bailey hosts JOURNEYS OF FAITH every Monday at 3:30pm on Salt & Light Radio.  This week, we kick-off a 2-part series with Launch Pad leaders Nick (10-Mile Christian Church) and Jay (The Pursuit).  Find out how our high school students can learn about Jesus during their daily schedules!

The first Thursday afternoon of each month, priests from our Diocese visit area Catholic Schools to answer the students' questions about our faith in a program called GO ASK FATHER.  This month, Fr. Julio stops by St. Nicholas in Rupert...

Due to EWTN's coverage of Pope Francis' visit to America, we are moving MADE FOR MORE from Friday to Thursday afternoon this week.  Your guest hosts are Daniel Miller from OLV in Caldwell and Mari Deleon from St. Paul's in Nampa.  Find out the exciting youth ministry events coming up this year!

   VOCATIONS FOCUS is a new local program on Salt & Light Catholic Radio - where we feature priests, deacons and women religious of our Diocese, sharing their vocation stories with our listeners.  In today's program, part 2 of our talk with Fr. Camilo Garcia from Corpus Christi parish in Fruitland.

We have a jam-packed "CATHOLIC IDAHO" program for you! We kick things off with a powerful homily from this past Sunday at St. Paul’s parish in Nampa, courtesy of Fr. Caleb Vogel - "Who Do YOU Say That I Am? Then, we discuss important pro-life issues with Karen Simkins - later in the show, we'll share audio captured from a Planned Parenthood protest a few weeks ago.  Plus, our KTFI team interviews Trent Horn from Catholic Answers Live!

In this episode of “Catholic Idaho” we talk with Veronica Childers about the pilgrimage to the Holy Land planned for November. We’ll also hear "Five For the Faith" with Fr. Mike St. Marie from St. Edward’s in Twin Falls and later in the show, an interview from last May with Sister Beth of St. Alphonsus hospital.  To kick off the program, this past Sunday’s homily from Fr. Caleb Vogel at St. Paul’s parish in Nampa, regarding how to improve our prayer life...just learn to WRAP!

The first Friday of each month, take a break and 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 - the first Friday of each month at 6:00pm on Salt & Light Radio.

   Chris Kreslins is your host today on MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens!  In this episode, not one but TWO great phone interviews ... with Chris Padgett regarding his upcoming visit to Boise AND with Sean Forrest answers some light-hearted questions before talking about his social media answer to Jimmy Kimmel's emotional response to the Cecil the Lion controversy. 

   Salt & Light Radio presents a new local program - VOCATIONS FOCUS!  The 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse will feature priests, deacons and women religious of our Diocese, who will be sharing their vocation stories.  On this maiden voyage of the new program, we visit with Fr. Camilo Garcia from Corpus Christi parish in Fruitland.

On this edition of CATHOLIC IDAHO, our KTFI team in the Magic Valley sits down with Elisa Zepeda from St. Edward's parish in Twin Falls regarding Catholic Youth.  Later in the show, a clip of a live interview with Hard As Nails founder Justin Fatica and EWTN's Jeremy Rivera.  To kick off the show, Fr. Vogel’s most recent homily from St. Paul’s parish in Nampa...

   On this edition of JOURNEYS OF FAITH, Deacon Bob interviews Kolby & Sydney - a brother/sister who attended the LEAD training during the recent Steubenville NW seminar in Spokane.  What were their expectations going into the week?  What did they enjoy the most?  How did it change their prayer life now that they are back home and ready for youth group to begin again?  Tune in and find out!

   Deacon Robert Barros-Bailey is your host on JOURNEYS OF FAITH - this week, he sits down to chat with Rock Brown to discuss the "LAUNCH" youth ministry program.  Find out more about his exciting new way to reach out to Christian young people around our state.

   Lorissa Horn is your host for this edition of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens!  This week, we sit down with Anna Kreslins and Sophia Chumich - recent graduates from Bishop Kelly High School.  Learn more about this pair of Catholic ladies - plans for college, pro-life issues, advice for high school students and how they will rely on their faith to get them through the tough times ahead.

  The first Friday of each month, take a break and absorb the insights and serenity of the monastic life through your radio!  Salt & Light Radio presents “First Friday at the Monastery” - hosted by Pete Espil and featuring Southern Idaho’s own Benedictine monks from the Monastery of the Ascension.  We will 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” - the first Friday of each month at 6:00pm on Salt & Light Radio.

   Chris Kreslins returns as your host of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens!  It has been a busy summer - Chris will recap some of the events by calling Alex Street.  He also looks ahead at some incredible events on the horizon and makes another important phone call - tune in and find out more about this announcement!