Morning Light welcomes back Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press!

     Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, stops by Morning Light to give us a re-cap of the recent Thanksgiving Food Box Program. Also, updates on both the Christmas Toy Store and Cookies for Corrections.  Finally, don't forget that Avenues for Hope starts Tuesday, Dec. 12th!

     John Vitz from Angelus Music returns to Morning Light to host this week's "Sacred Music" segment of the show.  John talks about his CD - "A Mass for Peace in the Third Millennium" - that it is a "concert liturgy" and NOT music for the sacred liturgy.  He shares his versions of the Sanctus and Memorare, which are posted as music videos, with lyrics, on his website -- angelusmusic.com  

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, she shares the many different Saints of Advent, starting with today's - Saint Nicholas! Plus, learn fun ways to celebrate saints such as Ambrose, Lucy, Juan Diego and others.

Hope Ryan from Morning Light shares her favorite children's book for the season:

Marian Picture Books (Immaculate Conception 12/8, Our Lady of Guadalupe 12/12)

Our Lady of Guadalupe: The Graphic Novel by Natalie Muglia & Sam Estrada. TAN Books

Mary, The Mother of Jesus by Tomie De Paola, Magnificat/Ignatius. 

Our Lady’s Wardrobe and Our Lady’s Picture Book by Anthony DeStefano, Illustrated by Juliana Kolesova. Sophia Institute Press.

Religious Christmas Books with amazing illustrations

Saint Francis and the Nativity by Myrna Strasser, Illustrated by Fausto Bianchi

The Real Santa Claus by Marianna Mayer (Non-fiction)

Peace on Earth by Mary Engelbreit

The Third Gift by Linda Sue Park, Illustrated by Bagram Ibatoulline

Christmas and Winter stories and tales.

Merry Christmas Strega Nona, Old Befana, Las Posadas, Legend of the Poinsettia, and many more by Tomie DePaola

The Spider Who Saved Christmas by Raymond Arroyo, Illustrated by Randy Gallegos. Sophia Institute Press

The Mitten by Jan Brett

Christmas Tapestry by Patricia Polacco

The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey by Susan Wojiechowski, illustrated by PJ Lynch

     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, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Dr. Joe Lipetzky talks about teaching children about "sincerity" based on the book "Character Building" by David Isaacs.

https://www.amazon.com/Character-Building-Parents-Teachers-2001-04-10/dp/B01K04OC2M 

     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 Boise. Today, Chef talks about Isaiah 11: 1-16 while our co-hosts delight in a warm bowl of yummy peach cobbler!

     Alanna Burg & Pam Jaszkowiak represent the Idaho Lay Dominicans today during Morning Light, talking about the First and Second Commandments.  Should YOU wish to brush up on the Catechism of the Catholic Church, start with Paragraph #2084 and then continue with # 2142.

     Morning Light visits with our "Passionately Pro-Life" advocate, Emily Naugle, about celebrities who were almost aborted.  One of which was none other that Saint Pope John Paul II! It was recently announced that JPII's parents are now being considered for canonization.

     This recording was provided to Salt & Light Radio by St. Mark's Catholic Community in Boise.  Recorded on December 2, 2023 - this hour-long concert features performances by:  Bella Voce, St. Mark's School Choir, Schola Cantorum Jubilate, the choir from Our Lady of the Rosary parish, Boise Vietnamese Choir and, the St. Mark's Concert Choir.

     Salt & Light Catholic Radio, and Making Waves Travel, are teaming up for another incredible spiritual experience - a pilgrimage to visit Our Lady of Fatima and Our Lady of Lourdes - April 18th to the 27th, 2024!  Station Manager, Diana Tetreault, joins Morning Light today because it’s the deadline for completing your registration.  Visit saltandlightradio.com/fatima-pilgrimage for details

     During our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, Morning Light visits with Cathryn Gardner from Our Lady of the Rosary on the topic:  "Hymns of Thankfulness"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pldbEUCkAnc (Old Hundredth)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmR1JszAM1E (We Gather Together)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEeHADqj8TU (For the Beauty of the Earth)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRIhEdZc3i0 (God of Our Fathers)

     Morning Light presents this encore from Nov. 17, 2021 - Episode #2 of "The Catholic Attic" as Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. Paul’s parish in Nampa, explains more about the season of Advent.

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, she talks about the saints & feasts we have to look forward to in the coming week.  Then we discuss - why is Advent a penitential season?  And, how can we observe it as such? [Sorry Frosty & Rudolph - we’re really focused on our Savior!]

     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, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates, Matt talks about dating and relationships.  

     Chef Lou Aaron could not be with us today so Morning Light has plucked out this Best of Cooking With Scripture from November 15, 2022 when Chef taught us all about the delicious date.

     Morning Light welcomes back John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans, talking today about "Advent & the Ten Commandments" focusing on paragraph #2052 in the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

     Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors at The Magis Center, joins Morning Light once again to continue our discussion on modern Eucharistic Miracles. 

     "Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  From St. Mark’s Catholic School, we welcome back Sarah Lynch, talking today about: mental health for youth.

     "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 east Boise.  Today, we discuss the mighty pomegranate!  Where is it in scripture and how was it used back in Biblical times?

     Alanna Burg & Pam Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to discuss “Grace & Justification”  (CCC paragraphs #1987 - #2021)

     Morning Light dives deep for yet another Blast From the Past!  Eight years ago on this day, we aired a “Collar Talk” program with Fr. Justin Brady & Fr. Caleb Vogel talking about The Dedication of the Basilica of Sts. Peter & Paul. What is tomorrow’s feast day all about? Tune in and learn more!

     Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, stops by Morning Light to go through the latest issue hot off the press!

     During our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, Morning Light visits with Kris Foster from St. Mark’s music ministry, talking about St Cecelia and her feast day on November 22nd.  She also gives us a "teaser" for their upcoming Advent concert by sharing the song “Gabriel’s Message.” 

     Morning Light presents "The Catholic Attic" - our monthly catechesis lesson from Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  With Thanksgiving right around the corner, Fr. Brady discusses how to truly give thanks and gratitude for all the Lord has blessed us with.

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, we talk about the special Saints to celebrate over the next week.  Then, she discusses ways to begin preparing for a blessed Advent season.

From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Morning Light welcomes back Kathy Edwards…talking today about three words as they apply to our communication with others:

1. True 

2. Necessary

3. Kind 

     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 east Boise.  Today, while our co-hosts gobble down almonds coated with dark chocolate and some yummy chocolate chip cookies made from almond flour, Chef Lou talks preparing for the future.

     Morning Light welcomes Josh Andrus & Mike Turner from the Idaho Lay Dominicans, here today to discuss “Moral Law” (CCC paragraphs #1950 - #1985)

     Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors of The Magis Center, returns to Morning Light to discuss both faith AND science.  Dr. French will be giving a presentation on the Shroud of Turin during the upcoming Idaho Catholic Men's Conference.  Be sure to register soon so you don't miss out on this opportunity to learn!  www.IdahoCatholicMen.org 

     Ken Reif, Idaho State Advocate for the Knights of Columbus, stops by Morning Light to discuss the topic: “Why Catholic men need to join the Knights?”

     Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho.  Today, Ralph talks about Veteran’s Day then gives us some information on the Thanksgiving Food Boxes and updates on the Christmas Toy Store and Cookies for Corrections.

     Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light today to continue his series on the paragraphs in the Catechism pertaining to marriage.  This morning, we cover paragraphs 1631 and 1632.

     "Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  After a quick look at this week’s line up of Saints and Feast Days, we continue our conversation about the ancient tradition of offering Masses for the dead. What is the reason that this practice has persisted up to today? Plus, other ways we can remember the faithful departed this month.

     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, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Dr. Joe Lipetzky talking about how to teach young children about respect.

     Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary, returns for a little "Cooking With Scripture," talking today about salt.  While our Morning Light co-hosts enjoy a plate of homemade French Fries, Chef talks about the importance of life-giving salt and how we must practice what we preach.

     John Keenan & Pam Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to discuss “Social Justice.”  Who is responsible for maintaining the greater good?  The Church or the government?  More materials are available at their website:  www.DominicanIdaho.org

     How well do you know the pro-life groups in our area?  Emily Naugle stops by Morning Light once again to administer a quiz to our co-hosts.  She also provides a report of the recent wrap-up of 40 Days for Life in Ontario, OR.

     Staff Writer Emily Woodham fills in for Editor Dcn. Scott Pearhill and walks Morning Light through the latest issue of the Idaho Catholic Register hot off the press!

     During our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, Morning Light welcomes back Ken Jercha from the music ministry at Holy Apostles in Meridian.

     November is National Adoption Month.  MaryLou Molitor stops by Morning Light to share some new legislation that will hopefully be considered in the 2024 session that could make the adoption process in Idaho easier and more cost-effective for women in crisis pregnancies.

     Pat King & David Fortin (Spirit of Truth Radio Arts) bring you Man Cave - a weekly segment of Morning Light.  Today, they discuss the recent events in Isreal.

     "Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today is a new month so she shares the Pope's intention for November then discusses some important feast days over the next week.  Plus, we delve into the ancient practice of offering a Mass for the deceased.

     "Eating the Scroll" is the title of THIS episode of Cooking With Scripture - 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 east Boise - providing you with the most delicious Bible study you'll ever hear on the radio!

     On this All Hallows Eve, Alanna Burg & Leslie Jercha from the Idaho Lay Dominicans stop by Morning Light to discuss All Saints and All Souls Day, more specifically - Dominican Saints - some you've heard of and perhaps some are a bit more obscure.

     Passionately Pro-Life Advocate Emily Naugle stops by Morning Light to share her testimony of how God has worked through her life and led her to the pro-life movement.

     Morning Light talks with Nick Pettinger, Programs Director for the Idaho State Knights of Columbus, about the many wonderful programs offered to parishes across our Diocese through the Knights.

     Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May, Executive Director of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul SW Idaho, with some updates on current activities.

     October is the month of the Guardian Angels.  Cathryn Gardner, Music Director at Our Lady of the Rosary, stops by Morning Light to share these three musical selections:

Guardian Angel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dztAlhXNPNA

Songs of the Angels: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PZlXIq-qd7g

Hymn of the Cherubim: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OPlK5HwFxcw

     Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light to continue his series on the paragraphs in the Catechism pertaining to marriage. Today, CCC #1630 on "Consent to Marry."  Also, updates on a couple of upcoming events - the Live Giving Wounds Retreat and the special Anniversary Mass.

     Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “The Bread of the Presence” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage helps us unlock the secrets of the Last Supper.  Based on the book “Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist” by Dr. Brant Pitre, Sister Beverly helps us to understand why the Eucharist is so important to our Catholic faith.  Today’s episode will be the conclusion of this 4-part study and features readings from the Gospel of Matthew.  To learn more about the ministry of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

     Teresa Zepeda returns to Morning Light with Faith & Feasts.  After a quick peek at the feast days coming up over the next 7 days, she talks about how to incorporate candles into your domestic church.

     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, Sarah Lynch - counselor at St. Mark’s School - presents today’s topic:  "How to Talk to Kids When The News Is Scary"

     Chef Lou Aaron is renting a car in Italy with spotty WiFi so rather than roll the dice, Morning Light jumped in the Way Back Machine and retrieved this tasty nugget from Oct. 27, 2020 - a yummy lesson about David & Goliath - during a BEST of Cooking With Scripture!

     Josh Andrus & Pam Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to talk about “Human Community” as we continue our series on Part 3 of the Catechism  (CCC #1877 - 1896)

Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, stops by Morning Light to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press!

     During our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, Morning Light talks with Kris Foster, Music Director from St. Mark’s, talking about why we should pray the rosary.  Her music selection is a version of the Prayer of St. Francis called “Make Me a Channel.”  

     Vocations Focus can be heard the 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month as a part of Morning Light.  Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse visit with MaryLou Molitor about "Ten Ways to Help Promote Vocations."

7     Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “The Bread of the Presence” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage helps us unlock the secrets of the Last Supper.  Based on the book “Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist” by Dr. Brant Pitre, Sister Beverly helps us to understand why the Eucharist is so important to our Catholic faith.  In today’s episode, we will hear about the miraculous bread of the golden table in the temple. How do we see the Face of the Lord by looking at the Bread of the Presence?

To learn more about the ministry of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

Pat King & David Fortin bring you Man Cave Wednesdays during Morning Light - this episode discusses the importance of supporting Catholic Radio & Media.

Keith Pettyjohn (Board President) and Diana Tetreault (Station Manager) join Morning Light today to officially kick off the Fall Pledge Drive for 2023!

     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, Matt from Cornerstone talks about faith. Professing versus acutally living in faith and ways to be in tune to the difference. This can be a form of evangelization too if we are living the Good News. 

     "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.  Chef couldn’t be with us today so we jumped in the Way Back Machine (but didn’t go all that far back) - this is from a year ago (10/18/22) when we were talking about RAISINS!

     Alanna Burg & Leslie Jercha from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to talk about “Sin” as we continue our series on Part 3 of the Catechism  (CCC 1846 - 1875)

     Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, to talk about: Thanksgiving Food Boxes, Christmas Toy Store and Cookies for Corrections.

     Morning Light presents "The Catholic Attic" - our monthly catechesis lesson from Fr. Justin Brady.  With the month of October upon us, the team digs deep into The Holy Rosary on today's episode.

     Morning Light welcomes back Alberto Jaramillo from Bronco Catholic to share the recent events from the St. Paul's Student Center on the campus of Boise State University.

   Salt & Light Catholic Radio presents “The Bread of the Presence” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage helps us unlock the secrets of the Last Supper.  Based on the book “Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist” by Dr. Brant Pitre, Sister Beverly helps us to understand why the Eucharist is so important to our Catholic faith.  Today’s episode is entitled “The Everlasting Covenant” as readings from the Book of Leviticus show how bread & wine represent the sacred bond between God & the 12 tribes of Israel.  To learn more about the ministry of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

   Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Since we kick off the Fall Pledge Drive on the 18th, Teresa gives us TWO weeks of fun and tasty ways to celebrate the Saints starting today and going through the 24th.

   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, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Kathy Edwards…talking about shame & guilt at the overuse of the word "should."

     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 in east Boise.  Today, Chef talks about grapes - the health benefits of the fruit itself, but also the lessons surrounding the vine & its branches.

   Morning Light welcomes Pamila Jaszkowiak and Josh Andrus from the Idaho Lay Dominicans to talk about “Virtues” as we continue our series on Part 3 of the Catechism.

     Morning Light welcomes back our Passionately Pro-Life advocate Emily Naugle, talking about Respect Life Month, plugging the upcoming Brick by Brick Conference this Saturday and also talking about "Family Fortis" and how strong families respect life.

     Morning Light welcomes Staff Writer Emily Woodham, filling in for Dcn. Scott Pearhill, to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press.

     Morning Light presents this "best of" Catholic Book Club from Oct. 8, 2021 discussing Fulton Sheen’s classic book - “The Way to Happiness.”

     During our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, Ken Jercha joins Morning Light to talk about the month of October and the opportunities we have to honor our Blessed Mother.  He also shares an original song live in the studio!

     Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “The Bread of the Presence” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage helps us unlock the secrets of the Last Supper.  Based on the book “Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist” by Dr. Brant Pitre, Sister Beverly helps us to understand why the Eucharist is so important to our Catholic faith.  Today’s episode is the Introduction to this 4-part study on the mysterious nature of the new manna from heaven and will feature readings from the Book of Exodus in the Old Testament.  To learn more about the ministry of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light, discussing the issues of today's culture that affect Catholic Men.  Today, Pat King introduces you to the new co-host of the segment, David Fortin from Spirit of Truth Radio Arts in Connecticut.  Check out David's website: https://www.castingthe.net where you can find Pat's new podcast - "Unfiltered."

    Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light, hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, besides a look at the liturgical calendar for this coming week, Teresa gives us a brief biography of St. Maria Faustina Kowalska.  This Saturday is the optional memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary - learn some fun ways to celebrate.

     From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Dr. Joe Lipetzky returns to Morning Light to discuss respect based on the book "Character Building" by David Isaacs.

     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 east Boise.  Chef could not be with us today so we found this episode from October 5, 2021 talking about tomatoes.

     Anita More from the Idaho Lay Dominicans joins Morning Light today to talk about moral conscience as we continue our series on Part 3 in the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

     Morning Light welcomes back the Executive Director of Mission at St. Augustine’s at the University of Idaho, and author of the book “The Catholic Company Man”- Eric Meyer!  Today, Chapter 14 - “Trashin’ Hotel Rooms” about an incident in a Dallas hotel suite with country music superstar Clay Walker!

     Morning Light welcomes back Field Agent Paul Ford, here today to talk about the expanding line of Knights of Columbus financial products, including insurance and mutual funds.  Call Paul at 208-521-0931 to learn more or visit www.kofc.org

Morning Light is joined by Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, to discuss a myriad of topics today:

• The special Mass at Risen Christ on St. Vincent de Paul's Feast Day

• Overland Block Party last Thursday

• Thanksgiving Food Box – volunteer sign up opening soon

• Christmas Toy Store – Volunteers and Gift Drives in parishes/organizations/businesses

• Cookies for Corrections – 100,000 cookies for 6,000 residents in South Boise Complex

For more information on these and other events, visit www.svdpid.org 

     During our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, Morning Light welcomes back Cathryn Gardner, Music Director at Our Lady of the Rosary parish, talking about music based on the Biblical parables.

The Parables Song - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDjnal6xucc

The Sower’s Song - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3unpvYQJiic

Parables - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=00F1AXLCDes

Mustard Seed - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6TWuCBz3wU

Morning Light welcomes back Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, to continue his series on the paragraphs in the Catechism pertaining to marriage.  Today, "marital consent" as spelled out in paragraphs 1625 through 1627.  Jay also gives us updates on three big events coming to our Diocese - learn more at:  www.catholicidaho.org/events 

Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “The Manna of the Messiah” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage helps us unlock the secrets of the Last Supper.  Based on the book “Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist” by Dr. Brant Pitre, Sister Beverly helps us to understand why the Eucharist is so important to our Catholic faith.  Today’s episode will be the conclusion of this 5-part study as we discuss two mysteries - Jesus’ Divine Identity…and the Resurrection.  To learn more about the ministry of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light, discussing how topics that affect Catholic men in today's society.  Today is our last show with Eddie Trask who is very busy at the Augustine Institute these days!  Pat King will continue to carry the Man Cave torch with a new co-host to be named soon.

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, we get a quick rundown of saints and celebrations to look forward to over the next 7 days.  We also highlight St. Thérèse of Lisieux who we celebrate this Sunday, October 1st/

     Sarah Lynch from St. Mark’s Catholic School joins Morning Light for today's "Catholic Counseling" segment.  With classes, sports and other activities well underway, how do we create a healthy school-life balance for students?  Tune in and find out!

     "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 east Boise.  Today, as we feast on homemade French Onion Soup, Chef talks about onions in the Bible...and shares some onion jokes too!

     John Keenan & Pam Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to talk about “Passions” as we continue our series on Part 3 of the Catechism.

     Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, stops by Morning Light to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press!

     Morning Light presents our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, hosted this week by Kris Foster from St. Mark's music ministry.  Kris shares her thoughts on how we can experience the liturgy through our senses during this ongoing movement of the Eucharistic Revival. We also play a song off of her "Humbled" CD entitled "I Heard the Voice of Jesus."

     Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “The Manna of the Messiah” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage helps us unlock the secrets of the Last Supper.  Based on the book “Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist” by Dr. Brant Pitre, Sister Beverly helps us to understand why the Eucharist is so important to our Catholic faith. Today, we unpack the famous Bread of Life Sermon recorded in the Gospel of John.  To learn more about the ministry of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light.  Today, Josh Dickson fills in for Pat King and he, along with Eddie Trask, discuss Book 3, Chapter 8 of the C.S. Lewis classic "Mere Christianity" on the topic of pride.

     Morning Light presents "Faith & Feasts" - a weekly segment hosted by Teresa Zepeda, taking a look at the upcoming week's worth of feast days. Then…who were Jozef and Wiktoria Ulma and what is their story?  What are the unique aspects about their beatification?  Tune in and find out!

     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, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Matt talking today about the two feasts last Thursday (Exaltation of the Cross) and Friday (Our Lady of Sorrows).