Fr. Boniface Lautz is interviewed on this edition of VOCATIONS FOCUS.  Via telephone, Brian Howell & Jim Nourse talk with this Benedictine monk who lives at the Monastery of the Ascension in Jerome, ID.

     Live from Jalapeno's Bar & Grill, it's the Bishop Kelly Coach's Show with Tim Brennan.  Dave Tester chats with Coach Brennan along with some of the "Cardiac Kids" who have help the Knights win back-to-back games in thrilling fashion!  Plus, Claudia Weathermon-Tester talks with members of the BK 2020 Committee about the exciting future of the school's campus.

   MADE FOR MORE is the Catholic Radio Show for Teens hosted by Mike Abbondandolo from St. Mark's youth ministry.  His guest this edition is Katt Janelle, member of the FOCUS team on the Boise State campus.  How can weekly Bible studies help young Catholics transition from high school to college?

   It's the premiere of the Bishop Kelly Coach's Show with Tim Brennan on Salt & Light Radio.  Dave Tester, Peter Oliver and Claudia Weathermon-Tester broadcast live from Jalapeno's Bar & Grill on Franklin in Boise.  We not only reflect on the exciting 35-31 win this past Friday night, but look ahead to week #2 against the Borah Lions at Dona Larsen Park.  

   In this edition of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - Mike continues the topic of "Education vs. Formation."  His guest for the program is Fr. Radmar Jao from St. Paul's Catholic Student Center on the campus of Boise State University.  Fr. Radmar heads up the Firepit Ministries for young adults and shares his story of Jesuit formation and what young Catholics experience.

   Last week, Alberto announced he was stepping down as Director of Youth Ministry at St. John's Cathedral and instead traveling to Mt. Angel to enter seminary.  In this episode of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - his replacement is interviewed and she is none other than Mike's mom, Joanna Abbondandolo!

   VOCATIONS FOCUS is heard the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month where priests, deacons, seminarians and women religious from our Diocese (and beyond) share their vocation stories.  In this episode, Brian Howell and Jim Nourse visit once again with seminarian John Mosier to check in on his progress and hear what he did over the summer.

   For three years, you've been able to absorb the insights and serenity of the monastic life through Salt & Light Radio.  First Friday at the Monastery featured Southern Idaho’s own Benedictine monks from the Monastery of the Ascension, who brought you the beauty, inspiration and peace of a retreat at Ascension Monastery as the monks shared their deep spirituality, wisdom and knowledge.  This is the final episode of First Friday at the Monastery

   During this episode of CATHOLIC IDAHO, we talk with Stephanie Bennett from “Theology Encore” and Marty Quinowski from “Church Builders. Later, a Passionately Pro-Life segment with Emily Naugle as we wrap up the 3-part series on the benefits and challenges of Natural Family Planning with Jeff & Erica Cowman.  But first, Fr. Mike St. Marie from St. Edwards in Twin Falls gives us a quick lesson in “Perseverance” on Five For the Faith.

   During this edition of CATHOLIC IDAHO, we talk with Karen Mahoney about the upcoming Open House & Dedication of the new St. Ignatius Catholic School in Meridian.  Also, Francis Slobodnik talks about "America Needs Fatima" and we hear part 2 about NFP with Jeff & Erika Cowman in this 3-part series of Passionately Pro-Life with Emily Naugle and Karen Simkins

   During this episode of CATHOLIC IDAHO, as NFP Awareness Week approaches, Jeff & Erika Cowman kick-off a 3-part series on the benefits and challenges of Natural Family Planning.  Plus, Carol Brown had the chance to interview both keynote speakers from the recent Apologhetti Camp - Trent Horn and Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers

   Today on MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - Mike & Alberto sit down with the "Dynamic Deacon" himself...Dcn. Harold Burke-Sivers, who was one of the keynote speakers at the recent Apologhetti Camp.

  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.

   On this edition of VOCATIONS FOCUS, Jim Nourse and Brian Howell interview (via telephone) a priest from the Northern Deanery.  Tune in for Part 2 with Fr. Daniel Nolan FSSP from St. Joan of Arc in Coeur d'Alene

On this edition of CATHOLIC IDAHO, we interview the host of EWTN's radio/television program "The World Over" ... none other than Raymond Arroyo!

   On this edition of VOCATIONS FOCUS, Jim Nourse and Brian Howell interview (via telephone) a priest from the Northern Deanery - a first for the program!  It's Fr. Daniel Nolan FSSP from St. Joan of Arc in Coeur d'Alene

   During this episode of CATHOLIC IDAHO, we sit down with a couple of Idaho Lay Dominicans in John Keenan and David Charnock.  Plus, a recent homily from Fr. Vogel at St. Paul’s in Nampa.  We’ll also get “Five for the Faith” on the topic of “Gratitude” from Fr. Mike St. Marie at St. Edward’s in Twin Falls.  And speaking of our Magic Valley team - we kick off the show from Stanton Health Care...

   On this edition of CATHOLIC IDAHO, our KTFI team of Jerry Marcantonio and Melanie Leija report on the Festa event in Buhl.  Also, Fr. Mike St. Marie covers the topic of "forgiveness" during Five for the Faith.  Finally, Emily Naugle and Karen Simkins have our Passionately Pro-Life segment, talking about the difficult subject of miscarriage.

   Mary Ellen Nourse travels to Cottonwood and hosts this episode of VOCATIONS FOCUS where she interviews Fr. Paul Wander at St. Mary's.

   CATHOLIC IDAHO returns with a jam-packed episode kicked off with Fr. Vogel's reflections on Pentecost ... a piece from "Passionately Pro-Life" ... Diana Grandy interviews Salt & Light's summer intern ... "Five for the Faith" from Fr. Mike St. Marie and "The Tall Truth" from Shelly Donahue to help you parent for purity.

  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.

  This month on GO ASK FATHER, Fr. Julio Vicente answers questions about the Catholic faith submitted by the school children at St. Edward's School in Twin Falls.

   During this episode of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - Alberto & Mike welcome one of Mike's good friends from Texas...Danny Dominguez, student at Baylor University.  How can young Catholics make an impact on today's culture?  How can you live out your faith on a daily basis and reflect Christ in the world?

   On today's episode of VOCATIONS FOCUS, Jim Nourse and Brian Howell interview a familiar voice - the host of Monday's local program...none other than Deacon Robert Barros-Bailey from "Deacon Diaries."  Hear Dcn. Bob's vocation story and some of the events coming up this year...and beyond!

   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.

   On today's edition of GO ASK FATHER, Fr. Julio Vicente answers questions from the students at St. Nicholas School in Rupert.

   In this edition of VOCATIONS FOCUS, a recording with Mary Ellen Nourse interviewing the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondolet who were visiting ICYC.  Learn more about the colorful history of this religious order.

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 5:00pm hour with St. John's Cathedral

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 5:00pm hour with St. John's Cathedral

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 5:00pm hour with St. John's Cathedral

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 4:00pm hour with St. John's Cathedral

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 4:00pm hour with St. John's Cathedral

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 4:00pm hour with St. John's Cathedral

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 3:00pm hour with St. John's Cathedral

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 3:00pm hour with St. John's Cathedral

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 3:00pm hour with St. John's Cathedral

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 2:00pm hour with Our Lady of the Valley parish in Caldwell with Daniel Miller as your host.

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 2:00pm hour with Our Lady of the Valley parish in Caldwell with Daniel Miller as your host.

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 1:00pm hour with Our Lady of the Valley parish in Caldwell with Daniel Miller as your host.

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 1:00pm hour with Our Lady of the Valley parish in Caldwell with Daniel Miller as your host.

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - Noon hour with St. Paul's parish in Nampa

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - Noon hour with St. Paul's parish in Nampa

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - Noon hour with St. Paul's parish in Nampa

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 11:00am hour with St. Paul's parish in Nampa

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 11:00am hour with St. Paul's parish in Nampa

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 11:00am hour with St. Paul's parish in Nampa

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 10:30am with Deacon Don Blythe from Risen Christ parish in Boise.

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 10:00am hour with Matthew Geske and Cathleen Booth from Catholic Charities of Idaho

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 10:00am hour with Sister Mary from St. Alphonsus in Boise.

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 9:00am hour with St. Mary's parish in Boise.

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 9:00am hour with St. Mary's parish in Boise.

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 9:00am hour with St. Mary's parish in Boise.

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 8:00am hour with St. Mary's parish in Boise.

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 8:00am hour with St. Mary's parish in Boise.

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 8:00am hour with St. Mary's parish in Boise.

Spring Pledge Drive - "Rooted in Faith"

Friday, April 28, 2017 - 7:00am hour in Boise.

   Knights of Columbus members from Twin Falls, Jerome & Buhl in the studio talking about their experiences & the coveted Beer Stein trophy! 

   Reed Crozier from St. Jerome parish talks with Denise, Mary and Candy about Joseph's Closet and the incredible work done through this community outreach.

   Deb Miciak & Colleen Crozier with Capstone Missions are here talking with a couple area Catholic Youth - Taylor and Arianna - to discuss what this important ministry does to change lives at the orphanage in Tijuana, Mexico

Brad & Joe talk about the "Come & See Weekend" coming to the Monastery of the Ascension

Host Reed Crozier from St. Jerome parish asks about the Community Kitchen in Jerome with Sue & Joe.

Father Boniface & Father Andrew from the Monastery of the Ascension!

   Guest Eva Wagner chatting with Felipe Zamora from Immaculate Conception in Buhl about family and the history of the parish...she shared some beautiful insights! 

   Philipe Zamora from Immaculate Conception parish in Buhl interviews two First Communicants as Rose Machado and Samuel Zamora tell listeners about receiving the Blessed Sacrament.

Ron Anthony, a newly confirmed Catholic, shares his conversion story

Fr. Julio Vincente from St. Therese in Burley is blessing us with his musical gifts as the calls come ringing in!

   Fr. Justin Brady is commanding the microphone up in Sun Valley for a live remote broadcast at Our Lady of the Snows! 

   Hank Hafliger from St. Edward's shares his incredible story of family, faith & fortitude! He's joined by two of his daughters, Desiree & Diana and his lovely wife, Toni.

   Greg Schweitzer from Sacred Heart parish talks with Mike Gallagher, long-time volunteer and Council President from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.  What are some of the programs offered and how can people get involved?

   Greg Schweitzer from Sacred Heart parish interviews Chef Vern about his newest business venture along with the Knights of Columbus Council #899

   Greg Schweitzer is the host for Sacred Heart parish during the "Rooted in Faith" Spring Pledge Drive.  First guest - Roger Graefe, youth minister!

   Brian and Carol talk with Lorissa Horn, the new Special Events Coordinator for Salt & Light Radio.  What are some of the upcoming events the station is planning?

   As we kick off the "Rooted in Faith" Spring Pledge Drive, Brian Howell talks on the phone with John Sacco from the Magnificat magazine.  

   On this episode of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - Cindy Anderson and her youth group from Our Lady of the Rosary in Boise return to finish their discussion of service.

   Today on VOCATIONS FOCUS, Jim Nourse and Brian Howell sit down with the Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist - Sister Regina, Sister Paul Mary and Sister Jacinta.  Learn more about their order and how they answered the call to religious life.

 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 MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - Cindy Anderson from Our Lady of the Rosary in Boise sits down with members of her youth ministry to discuss the topic of "SERVICE."

   Today on GO ASK FATHER, Fr. Julio Vicente fields questions about our Catholic faith from the students at St. Nicholas School in Rupert.

   Today on VOCATIONS FOCUS, Brian Howell along with Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse interview Sister Paschalina Marie and Sister Mary Joanna from the Sisters of Mary - Mother of the Church, which is located in Spokane, WA

   On this edition of “Catholic Idaho” we talk with world renown pro-life author and speaker Stephanie Gray ... Emily Naugle chats with Lisa Wood from LifeRunners ... and we kick off the program with Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul’s in Nampa and his homily from the 5th Sunday of Lent.

   Today we interview Fr. Radmar Jao on MADE FOR MORE, talking about young adult ministry

   Today on MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - Alberto & Mike reflect on their experience at ICYC with interviews from Danny Ray and Bobby & Jackie Angel.

Today on VOCATIONS FOCUS, Chris & Rose Kreslins join us in the studio to discuss how and why their daughter Anna chose to join the Order of the Discalced Carmelites - a cloistered community in Georgetown, CA.

   On tonight's episode of CATHOLIC IDAHO, Diana Grandy from KTFI talks with Sister Susie (Sisters of Divine Grace) about Women's Tea Retreats.  Brian Howell chats with Tracy Janis regarding the upcoming ICCW Convention.  And in between, Fr. Mike St. Marie has "Five For the Faith" on the subject of authenticity.

Show # 39:  Sister Susie from the Sisters of Divine Grace in Boise

   March 1st is Ash Wednesday and the kick-off for the spring campaign for 40 Days for Life.  Thus, we offer up another pro-life edition of CATHOLIC IDAHO!  We kick off with Diana Grandy at KTFI interviewing John & Kathy Dyson, siblings who call St. Edward's parish in Twin Falls their spiritual home.  Then, we chat with a couple of young people involved in Treasure Valley Teens for Life during our "Passionately Pro-Life" segment, wrapped up with a beautiful song by Jaime Thietten.  Finally, Bishop Peter's homily during the pro-life Mass on January 21st at St. John's Cathedral. 

   Daniel Miller and the youth group at Our Lady of the Valley in Caldwell return one more time to host MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens!  As they wrap up "Love Month" (in honor of Valentine's Day) they discuss the tough questions of teen relationships.  Hear about the pressures our young people feel in a secular world over-saturated with sexuality.

   Salt & Light Catholic Radio presents another pro-life edition of CATHOLIC IDAHO!  During this local program, Diana Grandy talks to Nicki Kroese from Stanton Health Care in Twin Falls … and our Passionately Pro-Life team of Emily Naugle and Karen Simkins prepare us for 40 Days for Life.  Plus, the Tall Truth from Shelly Donahue.

   February is "Love Month" on MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens.  Daniel Miller and members of his youth group program at Our Lady of the Valley in Caldwell discuss the many different topics of love and what that looks like among our family, in our faith and with our friends.

   In a fun-filled edition of VOCATIONS FOCUS, the Jesuit priests from Bronco Catholic pay a visit to the KGEM studio - Fr. Jack Bentz and Fr. Radmar Jao!  Listen to the interesting story of how two actors later studied to become well-loved priests on the BSU campus.

   In this episode of CATHOLIC IDAHO, Fr. Vogel's recent homily "Salt of the Earth" delivered at St. Paul's in Nampa...Fr. Rick Frechette stops by for his annual interview about "Project Haiti"...Fr. Mike from St. Edwards in Twin Falls shares "Five For the Faith"...and Shelly Donahue has "The Tall Truth."

   This month on MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - Daniel Miller from Our Lady of the Valley in Caldwell chats with teens about "Love" (it is February after all.)  Get a glimpse into the lives of Catholic Teens as they open up about some of the challenges they face in a secular society.

   In our very first VOCATIONS FOCUS from the Southern Deanery, Brian Duncan interviews the Parochial Vicar at St. Nicholas parish in Rupert - Fr. Gabriel Morales Garcia.

On this episode of CATHOLIC IDAHO, the Idaho Lay Dominicans (David Charnock & John Keenan) have a roundtable discussion with Fr. Len MacMillan on the topic of Ecclesiology.  This talk was recorded on January 3rd as part of the Adult Ed series at Holy Apostles parish in Meridian.  It's the first time Fr. Len has been heard on Salt & Light Radio and we hope to share many more of his informative and entertaining talks in the future!

   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.