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?

   This month during GO ASK FATHER, the Religious Ed students of St. Edward's parish in Twin Falls ask Fr. Julio Vicente questions about our Catholic faith.

   THE GOSPEL OF JOHN - the local show where we go verse by verse through these deep writings, a Bible study led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  In this edition, we discuss the belief and unbelief among the Jews (John 12:37-50)

   During this study of the GOSPEL OF JOHN, Fr. Caleb Vogel and our Salt & Light panel continue on into Chapter 12 and discuss "The Coming of Jesus' Hour."  (John 12:16-36)

   "St Ignatius" is the subject of this episode of WHERE FAITH BEGINS with your hosts - Jake & Lindsay Dyson, heard the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month on Salt & Light Radio.

   During this study of the GOSPEL OF JOHN, Fr. Caleb Vogel and our Salt & Light panel kick off Chapter 12 and Palm Sunday.  Tune in and listen to "The Entry into Jerusalem."  (John 12:1-15)

   During this study of the GOSPEL OF JOHN, Fr. Caleb Vogel and our Salt & Light panel wrap up Chapter 11 as they continue the story of the "Raising of Lazarus."  (John 11:27-57)

   In this edition of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - Mike & Alberto welcome guest Kenya Morales to discuss youth ministry and announce the big news of Alberto joining the seminary!  Please pray for him as he embarks on this incredible journey in hopes he will become a priest for the Diocese of Boise.

   During this study of the GOSPEL OF JOHN, Fr. Caleb Vogel and our Salt & Light panel break open Chapter 11 and start discussing the story of the "Raising of Lazarus."  (John 11:1-27)

   MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - with your hosts, Mike (St. Mark's) & Alberto (St. John's) talking today about "Vocations."  Whether it's a singing or dancing priest...or a religious sister playing volleyball...they are still human.  Being Catholic doesn't mean you have to give up enjoying good, clean fun!

   This month during GO ASK FATHER, the students of St. Edward's School in Twin Falls ask Fr. Julio Vicente questions about our Catholic faith.

   VOCATIONS FOCUS is heard the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month where priests, deacons and women religious from our Diocese share their vocation stories.  In this episode, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse sit down with Fr. Anthony Nguyen of the Divine Word Missionaries.  Fr. Anthony is from Vietnam where it's very challenging to be Catholic.

   During this edition of the GOSPEL OF JOHN, we wrap up Chapter 10 as Fr. Caleb Vogel (St. Paul's - Nampa) goes through yet another heated debate between Jesus and the Jews during the Feast of the Dedication.  (John 10:22-42)

   Deacon Robert Barros-Bailey is your host of DEACON DIARIES heard Mondays at 3:30pm on Salt & Light Radio.  With the dedication of the new St. Ignatius Catholic School in Meridian, Deacon Bob talks about the importance of Catholic education and how Deacons can better serve those parochial schools.

   MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - with your hosts, Alberto & Mike, discussing the deep subject - "Education vs. Formation"  It's one thing to teach our Catholic teens the WHAT of our Faith ... but shouldn't we also be witnessing the WHY?!  

   WHERE FAITH BEGINS with your hosts - Jake & Lindsay Dyson - discuss the subject of "Busy-ness."  Despite our hectic lives of work and family, how do we carve out time for our Lord?

   In today's lesson on THE GOSPEL OF JOHN, Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa leads the discussion on The Good Shepherd teaching that Jesus gave us.  Who are the sheep?  Who are the thieves and robbers?  How does this translate to all of us in today's culture?  (JOHN 10:1-21)

   Today on DEACON DIARIES, Deacon Bob will break open part of the Gospel reading from the 16th Sunday of Ordinary Time (MT 13:24-30) - where we hear Jesus challenge the crowd with the Parable of the Weeds Among the Wheat.  

   In this episode of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - Mike & Alberto reflect on their respective experiences during the recent Apologhetti Camp.  From the bus breaking down to hot temps to incredible keynote speakers - what did our Catholic teens gain from this weekend?

   Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse travel to Fruitland for this edition of VOCATIONS FOCUS and chat with Fr. Camilo Garcia at Corpus Christi parish.

   During this session of THE GOSPEL OF JOHN, Fr. Vogel wraps up Chapter 9 as we dive into the deeper meaning of this story about the Man Born Blind.  Are we sometimes blind as to who Jesus really is and what part He plays in our lives?  (JOHN 9:35-41]

   Jake & Lindsay Dyson celebrate the anniversary of their radio program - WHERE FAITH BEGINS

   THE GOSPEL OF JOHN is a weekly on-air Bible study led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  During this week's session, we kick off Chapter 9 with the story of "The Man Born Blind" [John 9:1-34]

   Mike & Alberto prepare for the upcoming Apologhetti Camp this weekend, featuring Trent Horn and Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers.  What is this camp all about and why should Catholic youth want to attend?  Tune in and find out on this episode of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens.

   THE GOSPEL OF JOHN is a weekly on-air Bible study led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  In this week's class, we wrap up Chapter 8 as we hear the heated debate between Jesus and the Jews.  (JOHN 8:31-59)

   THE GOSPEL OF JOHN is a weekly on-air Bible study led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  In this week's class, we discuss John 8:12-30 where Jesus tells the crowd that He is the Light of the World and also the Father's Ambassador.

   In this edition of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - Mike and Alberto discuss the recent Junior High Camp.  What do our Catholic youth get out of these summer events?  Tune in and find out!

   Part 2 of "Technology" is the topic on WHERE FAITH BEGINS, hosted by Jake & Lindsay Dyson.

   We begin Chapter 8 of THE GOSPEL OF JOHN with the story of the woman caught in adultery.  During this weekly half-hour Bible study, Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's in Nampa leads the discussion as we break open the Word of God.  (JOHN 8:1-11)

Dcn. Bob discusses Corpus Christi on this edition of DEACON DIARIES

   Mike & Alberto are in Stanley at a leadership camp.  Thus, "Leadership" will be the topic of discussion during this pre-recorded episode of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens!

John 7:25-52 ... 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.  In today's lesson, we finish up Chapter 7 with several stories: the Pharisees sending officers to arrest Jesus (verse 32), claiming to give "rivers of living water" to anyone who believed in Him (verse 37) and then the heated discussion that followed regarding the Origins of the Messiah (verse 40). 

   In this edition of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - Mike and Alberto prepare for Leadership Camp where they plan to unveil the ideas behind IMPACT!  What is it?  How do youth get involved?  What will they be doing if they DO get involved?  Tune in and find out!

   On this edition of WHERE FAITH BEGINS, your hosts - Jake & Lindsay Dyson - give you Part 1 regarding the topic of "Technology."

June 8, 2017 at St. John's Cathedral.  

   Time to start a new chapter as we continue to explore the GOSPEL OF JOHN - our weekly half-hour Bible study led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  We launch into the Feast of the Tabernacles by reading John 7:1-24

   In this edition of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - Mike and Alberto discuss the upcoming Pentecost Sunday and how that translates to the recent confirmations in our area.  How does that same Holy Spirit the Apostles received over 2,000 years ago inspire the Catholic youth of today?

   "The Words of Eternal Life" covered during this edition of the GOSPEL OF JOHN, led by Fr. Caleb Vogel from St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  Pull out your Bible and follow along as we cover John 6:41-71 in this lesson.

   The graduating Class of 2017 from Bishop Kelly High School held their Baccalaureate Mass at St. Mark's Catholic Community on Friday, May 26th with Fr. Fraser and Bishop Peter Christensen. 

   On today's edition of WHERE FAITH BEGINS, Jake & Lindsay Dyson discuss the topic of "Taking the Kids to Mass."  As Catholic parents themselves, listen to the challenges and solutions to help you with that weekly decision.