Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa leads a new Bible study on Tuesday afternoons at 3:30 - THE CATHOLIC LETTERS.  In this episode, we wrap up Chapter 2 from the first letter of St. John.  What is an antichrist?

   As our Lenten Journey continues, Deacon Bob focuses on the subject of "Penance" on this episode of DEACON DIARIES.  What is really going on during the Sacrament of Reconciliation and where should our focus truly be?  During Lent, how can we use Christ's sacrifice on the cross to draw closer to God the Father?

1 John 2:7-23 - "The New Commandment"

   In this episode of DEACON DIARIES, Deacon Bob wraps up his 3-part Lenten series with "Alms Giving."  By giving away, how do Catholics grow closer to Jesus?  

   A new month...a new local program...but the same two amazing hosts!  Salt & Light Radio presents "WALK ME HOME" with Jake & Lindsay Dyson.  During these upcoming shows, they'll discuss ways that married couples can help one another get to Heaven.  While the road may be littered with challenges along the way, we rely on our spouse to be alongside to take that journey.   

   Salt & Light Radio presents “Catholic Idaho” Tuesday nights at 6:00pm.  In this episode, Robert Hackenson from Dynamic Influence discusses Social Media Safety for teens.  Emily Naugle & Karen Simkins from Passionately Pro-Life sit down with Fr. Camilo Garcia to discuss a very important Pro-Life Saint.  Later, we talk with Brad Hahn - CEO of Solidarity HealthShare.

   Salt & Light Catholic Radio presents...The Catholic Letters...a new program heard Tuesday afternoons at 3:30.  This is a local half-hour Bible study led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul’s Parish in Nampa.  Grab your Bible and join us as we journey through the letters that form the New Testament.  For this and previous local programs, please visit our website: www.SaltandLightRadio.com and click on the Podcast page.

   In this episode of the DEACON DIARIES, Deacon Bob continues his Lenten series - this week talking about "fasting."

   Chris & Mike are back for another MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens!  As we wrap up the first full week of Lent, Mike shares that he is going through the "33 Days to Morning Glory" consecration to our Blessed Mother.  What does Marian Consecration mean and why do we as Catholics want to go through this spiritual transformation?

   Salt & Light Catholic Radio presents...The Catholic Letters...a new program heard Tuesday afternoons at 3:30.  This is a local half-hour Bible study led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul’s Parish in Nampa.  Grab your Bible and join us as we journey through the letters that form the New Testament.  For this and previous local programs, please visit our website: www.SaltandLightRadio.com and click on the Podcast page.

   Deacon Robert Barros-Bailey is your host as we open the DEACON DIARIES - heard Mondays at 3:30pm on Salt & Light Radio.  Deacon Bob begins this 3-part Lenten Series concentrating on prayer, fasting and alms-giving.

   "Lent & Fasting" - the topic of this episode of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens.  Mike & Chris (with help from a special guest) go through this teaching as we embark on our Lenten journey.

    Bishop Kelly School Mass for Ash Wednesday - recorded at 9:30am on February 14, 2018 from the Carley Center in Boise...with Fr. Fraser as celebrant

   It's time for a new Bible study on Salt & Light Radio!  Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's in Nampa helps us unpack THE CATHOLIC LETTERS.  To continue with our study of St. John, we begin with the introduction to the Letters of John (1 JOHN:1-4)

   In this edition of the DEACON DIARIES, Dcn. Bob helps us prepare for Lent.

   Today on MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - Mike & Chris help us prepare for Lent.  Where is Lent in the Bible?  Why recognize this season on our liturgical calendar?  To help us better understand, special guest Fr. Mike Schmitz has some insight.

   As the registration deadline draws near for ICYC, Pat King invites Chris Kreslins into the MAN CAVE as our guest for this special edition.  Not only is he the Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries for the Diocese of Boise, Chris is also the father of seven children.  Listen in as he shares his thoughts on why, as a Catholic dad, it's important to get your teens to the Idaho Catholic Youth Conference coming to the Idaho Center March 9-11.

   Tune into this very special edition of DEACON DIARIES.  Our host, Deacon Robert Barros-Bailey, shares a deep, personal story of the most incredible, and unexpected, Christmas gift he has ever received.  Share in his intimate story that will touch your heart and help you realize just how special that relationship is with our Father in Heaven.  Don’t miss Deacon Diaries - Mondays at 3:30pm with Deacon Bob - on Salt & Light Catholic Radio.

   We conclude our celebration of Catholic School Week with a recording of the All-Schools Mass from Friday, February 2nd at St. Mark's Parish in Boise, with Bishop Peter as celebrant and attended by at least one priest from each school represented.

   We interrupt our normal 2:00pm encore of the EWTN Mass to bring you the Bishop Kelly School Mass, celebrating Catholic Schools Week, recorded at 9:30am on January 30, 2018 from the Carley Center in Boise...with Bishop Peter Christensen as celebrant.

   Jake & Lindsay Dyson return for their first show of 2018 - in this episode of WHERE FAITH BEGINS, they discuss the topic of "Humility."

   This is a recording of the 2018 Life Mass from St. John's Cathedral with Bishop Peter as celebrant.

   The Gospel of John is a weekly half-hour on-air Bible study led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa, ID.  In this episode, we wrap-up the final chapter with a conclusion of this very informative and entertaining Bible study. (JOHN 21:11-25)

   The Gospel of John is a weekly half-hour on-air Bible study led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa, ID.  In this episode, we kick-off the final chapter with Jesus appearing before seven of the disciples. (JOHN 20:23-31)

   The Gospel of John is a weekly half-hour on-air Bible study led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa, ID.  In this episode, we discuss the story of "Doubting Thomas." (JOHN 20:23-31)

    Jake & Lindsay offer up "The Dyson Christmas Card" on this edition of WHERE FAITH BEGINS, heard the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month on Salt & Light Radio.

   The GOSPEL OF JOHN on-air Bible study is heard Tuesdays at 3:30pm on Salt & Light Radio.  This half-hour is led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  In this episode, we begin Chapter 20 hearing the story of the empty tomb and Jesus' first appearances (JOHN 20:1-23)

   In a special musical edition of CATHOLIC IDAHO, we re-broadcast the Christmas Concert presented by the Music Department at Bishop Kelly High School.  This concert was recorded last Tuesday, December 12th at 7:30 from the Carly Center on the BK campus.  The program was divided into 4 sections:  guitar, orchestra, choir and band, directed by Mark Peters and Lisa Cooper.  The concert finale features all musical ensembles along with some audience participation.

   In the Magic Valley, the CATHOLIC IDAHO program featured the Christmas Concert recorded on Thursday, December 14th from St. Nicholas School in Rupert.

The GOSPEL OF JOHN is a weekly, half-hour on-air Bible study led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa, ID.  In this episode, we wrap up Chapter 19 as we hear about "The Burial of Jesus."  (JOHN 19:25-42)

   Join Jake & Lindsay Dyson for a half-hour of honest discussion about the joys, demands, and blessings of parenting on a local program called WHERE FAITH BEGINS, heard the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month.  In the spirit of the Advent season, the title of this episode is "Advent-ture." Questions and comments for the show can be submitted to wherefaithbegins@gmail.com.

   GOSPEL OF JOHN - a weekly half-hour on-air Bible study led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's Catholic Parish in Nampa, ID.  In this episode, we hear the story of The Crucifixion of Jesus (JOHN 19:13-24)

   Recorded Friday, December 8th at 9:30am live from the Carley Center on the campus of Bishop Kelly High School in Boise, ID.  Fr. John Worster from St. Mary's is guest celebrant as the students celebrate the Immaculate Conception. 

"Come To Us" - recorded Saturday, December 2nd @ 7:30pm

Christ Presbyterian Choir (Dr. Jeff Davis)

     "Your God is Here"

     "Good Shall the Answer Be"

St. Mark's School Choir (Lisa Cooper)

     "Alleluia Rejoice"

     "Sing With Joy, Sing Noel"

King of Glory Lutheran Choir (Seth McMullen)

     "Who Was and Is and Is to Come"

     "Cornerstone"

St. Mark's Voices of Joy (Kris Foster & Katie Pape)

     "Peace! Peace! Let There Be Peace!"

     "Advent Song"

Bishop Kelly High School Choir (Lisa Cooper)

     "Noel Nouvelet"

     "What Child Shall Come"

St. Mark's Concert Choir (Katie Pape & Kris Foster)

     "Come to Us"

     "Celtic Advent Carol"

     "Magnificat"

FINALE - "Awake to the Day"

John 18:33 - 19:12

   Dcn. Gene Fadness, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, stops in to describe the upcoming Dec. 1st issue.

   In this edition of THE GOSPEL OF JOHN, an on-air Bible study led by Fr. Caleb Vogel every Wednesday at 3:30pm, we wrap up Chapter 18 as we hear:

...The Inquiry before Annas

...Peter Denies Jesus Again

...The Trial Before Pilate

   This will be the final DEACON DIARIES program for this year.  To help us kick-off the holiday, Dcn. Bob talks about "Preparing for Advent" on this episode.  How can we be more present to those around us and better prepare our hearts for the celebration of Christmas?  After some time off with his family, Deacon Bob will return with a fresh new program on January 15, 2018.

   Jake & Lindsay Dyson are your hosts for WHERE FAITH BEGINS, heard the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month on Salt & Light Radio.  With it being Thanksgiving, they share with our audience the many things they are thankful for.

CATHOLIC IDAHO for Tuesday, November 21st:

David Ripley from Idaho Chooses Life on the upcoming Dinner/Auction Fundraiser.  Call (208) 344-8709 for tickets or go to www.IdahoChoosesLife.org for more information

With this being National Adoption Month...Cara Walsh, Christy Frans and Megan from A New Beginning Adoption Agency share more about the wide variety of different services they offer.  The 24/7 Hotline is (208) 985-5617 or visit www.AdoptaNewBeginning.org

Brad Hahn, CEO of Solidarity HealthShare, returns to discuss the different terminology between traditional insurance and health sharing.  Call (844) 313-4999 or visit www.SolidarityHealthShare.org

   Led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa, the GOSPEL OF JOHN is a weekly half-hour Bible study on this rich, deep scripture.  In this episode, we kick off Chapter 18 with the stories of Jesus' arrest in the garden and Peter's first denial.  (JOHN 18:1-18)

   Deacon Bob hosts DEACON DIARIES heard Monday afternoons at 3:30 on Salt & Light Radio.  Today we wrap up the 3-part series entitled "Managing Silos" as it pertains to parish life.  God has given you talents and graces - will you hide them or make the most of them as we all work on the farm that is the Catholic Church.

   THE GOSPEL OF JOHN is a weekly Bible study led by Fr. Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  On this episode, we hear "The Prayer of Jesus" which makes up all of Chapter 17.  (JOHN 17:1-26)

   Deacon Bob hosts DEACON DIARIES heard Monday afternoons at 3:30 on Salt & Light Radio.  Today, it's part 2 of this 3-part series entitled "Managing Silos."  This lesson focuses on marriage and family - what kind of silo are YOU on the vocations farm?

   Join Jake and Lindsay Dyson for WHERE FAITH BEGINS, a half-hour of honest discussion about the joys, demands, and blessings of parenting.  Questions and comments for the show can be submitted to wherefaithbegins@gmail.com.  This week, they discuss "Having a 3rd Child" - as families grow, does it become easier or harder to be parents?  How does the family dynamic change as God gifts us with more children?

   Join this on-air Bible study led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa as we delve deep into the GOSPEL OF JOHN.  Today's edition wraps up Chapter 16 with Jesus' departure.  (JOHN 16:25-33)

     Today on the DEACON DIARIES, Deacon Bob kicks off a 3-part series entitled "Managing Silos."  What kind of silo did God create YOU to be?  How does this corporate term translate into our spiritual lives?

   Mass of Christian Burial of the Most Reverend Michael P. Driscoll - Seventh Bishop of Boise.  Recorded on Thursday, November 2, 2017 from the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in Boise with Archbishop Alexander K. Sample (Eleventh Archbishop of Portland) as Principal Celebrant.  Bishop Driscoll was the Seventh Bishop of Boise and served from March 18, 1999 to November 4, 2014.

     "All Saints Day Mass" recorded November 1, 2017 at 9:30am from Bishop Kelly High School in Boise with Fr. Fraser.

     GOSPEL OF JOHN - a local half-hour on-air Bible study led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  In this edition, we kick off Chapter 16 where Jesus explains the concept of the Advocate to His disciples. (JOHN 16:1-24)

   Fresh off of Saturday's Deacon Ordination Mass, today on DEACON DIARIES we offer a "Best of Deacon Bob" and travel back to November 25, 2013 when this audio originally aired.  Taken from his Journeys of Faith series, Deacon Bob reflects upon his first year of being a permanent Deacon in the Diocese of Boise.

     Saturday, October 28th from St. John's Cathedral - Bishop Peter ordains seven new men to the order of permanent deacon.

   It's the opening round of the 4A State Football Play-offs and the Knights travel to Twin Falls to take on the Bruins.  Bishop Kelly dominated from the opening quarter and cruised to a 41-6 victory.

     Today on the GOSPEL OF JOHN, Fr. Caleb Vogel leads a discussion on the end of Chapter 15, where Jesus warns the disciples of the world's hatred.  (JOHN 15:18-27)

    We interrupted our normal 2:00pm encore of the EWTN Mass to bring you the Grandparents’ Mass, recorded at 9:30 this morning from the Carley Center at Bishop Kelly High School in Boise...with Fr. Fraser as celebrant with guests Fr. Jerry Funke from St. John’s Cathedral and Fr. Tom Lankenau from Bronco Catholic.

   THE GOSPEL OF JOHN is a weekly Bible study heard Tuesday afternoons at 3:30 on Salt & Light Radio.  Led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa, ID...we slowly go line-by-line through this deep Gospel and break open the rich writings of St. John the Apostle.  Today, Jesus gives His commandment to the Apostles "Love one another."  (JOHN 15:11-17)

   In this edition of DEACON DIARIES, Deacon Bob invites his former co-host onto the program - Jay Wonacott, now the Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise.  Today's program focuses on Bishop Peter's request to his Deacons in helping to foster marriage and serve couples as needed.

   During this episode of WHERE FAITH BEGINS, Jake & Lindsay share their thoughts and feelings surrounding the recent tragedy in Las Vegas.  Despite not having any personal ties to this difficult subject, horrible events still cause pain and make us reflect upon God's love and comfort getting us through.    

   THE GOSPEL OF JOHN is a weekly Bible study heard Tuesday afternoons at 3:30 on Salt & Light Radio.  Led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa, ID...we slowly go line-by-line through this deep Gospel and break open the rich writings of St. John the Apostle.  Today, Jesus gives us the teaching about "The Vine and the Branches." (JOHN 15:1-10)

   Deacon Robert Barros-Bailey is your weekly host of DEACON DIARIES.  This episode, Dcn. Bob continues to reflect upon the past five years of being a Deacon in the Diocese of Boise.

   Fr. Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa leads us through THE GOSPEL OF JOHN - a weekly half-hour Bible study on Salt & Light Radio.  During this episode, we read and discuss Chapter 14 in its entirety, which covers both the Last Supper Discourse and Jesus sharing the idea of The Advocate with the Apostles.  (John 14:1-31)

   This month, Deacon Bob celebrates the 5th Anniversary since his ordination.  During this edition of DEACON DIARIES, he reflects upon the past 5 years and explains more about the service aspect of this important position in our parishes.

   Chris & Mike host another edition of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens!  Where is the most exotic place you've celebrated Mass?  What made it so special?  Also, big youth groups versus small intimate groups - what are the pros & cons of the size of your youth group?

   In this episode of WHERE FAITH BEGINS, Jake & Lindsay Dyson present Part 2 on the topic "Discernment of Spirits."

   THE GOSPEL OF JOHN is a weekly half-hour Bible study led by Fr. Vogel of St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  In this edition, we go back and delve deeper into the story of Jesus giving us The New Commandment.  Plus, Peter's denial of Jesus is predicted.  

(John 13:31-38)

   Today on the DEACON DIARIES, Deacon Bob talks about "Professional Development."  Whether you're a doctor, school teacher or a Deacon in the Catholic Church - we should all strive to learn more and become even better at our position.

   The Bishop Kelly defense played an incredible game as the Knights posted a 22-0 shutout over the Vallivue Falcons.  Dave Tester and Peter Oliver bring you all the action with Claudia Weathermon-Tester on the sidelines with insights and interviews with Coach Brennan, players and this week - the BK softball coach.

     "Mass of the Holy Spirit" recorded September 21, 2017 at 9:30am from Bishop Kelly High School in Boise.

   THE GOSPEL OF JOHN is a weekly half-hour Bible study led by Fr. Vogel of St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  In this edition, we finish up the story of "The Washing of the Disciples' Feet."  Then we discuss Judas's betrayal and Jesus giving us The New Commandment.

(John 13:12-35)

     In a follow-up to last week's DEACON DIARIES, Dcn. Bob talks about "The Theology of Compassion" in this episode.  Are we letting fear and prejudice keep us from getting to know others?  Once those people share their stories, do they become less threatening?  How can we exhibit the love of Christ if we're too afraid to engage the world? 

   In this episode of WHERE FAITH BEGINS, Jake & Lindsay Dyson discuss the topic "Discernment of Spirits."

   In this edition of the GOSPEL OF JOHN, Fr. Vogel leads a half-hour Bible study on John 13:1-20 and discusses the familiar story of "The Washing of the Disciples' Feet."  Is there a deeper meaning of this event and what did it symbolize?

    "The Theology of Fear" is discussed during this edition of the DEACON DIARIES with your host, Deacon Robert Barros-Bailey.  On this 16th anniversary of the deadly 9/11 attacks, how has our culture changed from that terrible day in American history?  Today's news is filled with hurricanes, earthquakes and threats from North Korea - how much is fear driving our life today?  How many of our sins can be attributed to that "fight or flight" instinct that comes from fear?