Jaime Thietten is your guest host for this special episode of CATHOLIC IDAHO.  Jaime has released a new CD entitled "The Joy of Christmas."  During tonight's show, she will share some of the tracks and give us a little insight about those songs.  Allow the Christmas Spirit to fill your heart as you enjoy this beautiful hour of music.  This CD is available for purchase at her website: www.JTmusic.net

   On this episode of the DEACON DIARIES, Deacon Robert Barros-Bailey talks about the topic of "Fear versus Trust."  Scripture shows us how God asks us to trust in Him, but mystery makes us fearful of the unknown future.

   This month on GO ASK FATHER, the students from St. Nicholas School in Rupert ask Fr. Julio Vicente their questions about our Catholic faith.

Jake and Lindsay Dyson host WHERE FAITH BEGINS on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of each month on Salt & Light Radio.  This week's topic is "Living Advent" - what this season means to Catholics despite the secular culture telling us it's already Christmas.

Fr. Radmar Jao is your celebrant for the Mass of the Immaculate Conception, recorded December 8, 2016 at Bishop Kelly High School in Boise.

It's a special musical edition of CATHOLIC IDAHO as we play back the 2016 St. Mark's Advent Concert, recorded on Saturday, December 3rd.  The concert contains Bible readings, interlude music and the following songs for the Advent season:

KING OF GLORY LUTHERAN CHANCEL CHOIR

   - Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence

   - God's Son Has Made Me Free

ST. MARK'S SCHOOL CHOIR

   - Carol of Mary

   - Come Jesus, Prince of Peace

ST. MARK'S CONCERT CHOIR

   - Bring Peace to Earth Again

   - Ave Maria

ST. MARK'S VOICES OF JOY

   - From Advent to Christmas

   - Prepare the Way

CHRIST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ADULT ENSEMBLE

   - Emmanuel

   - Visit Us, Emmanuel

DIRECTOR'S SCHOLA

   - The Yearning

ST. MARK'S CONCERT CHOIR

   - Dixit Maria Ad Angelum

   - An Advent Yearning

FINALE

   - We Await You, O Lord

   Time for another chapter of THE DEACON DIARIES with your host - Dcn. Robert Barros-Bailey!  As he assumes his new position with the Diocese of Boise, Deacon Bob looks back at his time involved with youth ministry.  He again emphasizes the importance of reaching out to teens and making them feel important (and involved) within their parish.

Recorded on November 21, 2016 at Our Lady of the Valley in Caldwell, ID.

   Deacon Bob has an exciting announcement to make on today's episode of DEACON DIARIES  Tune in to find out the news!

Tune in for part 1 of Clark's story on this edition of WHERE FAITH BEGINS with your hosts - Jake and Lindsay Dyson.

   Today on FAITH WITH FATHER, Deacon Kerry Harris and Fr. Flores from Our Lady of the Valley in Caldwell will reflect upon last weekend's Gospel reading and then look ahead to what we will hear at Mass on the 33rd Sunday of Ordinary Time.

   On this episode of the DEACON DIARIES, Dcn. Bob dives into the Catechism and reveals what Deacons were meant to do after the events of Vatican II.  A Deacon is not something you do...it's what you are!  The more you listen...the more you learn!

All-School Mass celebrating All Saints Day at Bishop Kelly High School

   On this episode of DEACON DIARIES, Deacon Bob begins to unpack the expectations of the position of Deacon within the Church, as  first described within 1 Timothy 3:8-10.

October 15, 2016 at St. John's Cathedral in Boise...Bishop Peter ordains four new Deacons for the Diocese of Boise.  Due to a technical issue, the final half-hour of this Mass was not captured - our apologies to the listeners.

   Salt & Light Radio's Fall Pledge Drive entitled "For His Glory" will be October 26 through 28.  On this edition of WHERE FAITH BEGINS, the Dysons talk about the importance of Catholic Radio and how Salt & Light has made a difference throughout southern Idaho.

The All-School Mass, welcoming Bishop Peter and grandparents of Bishop Kelly students - celebrating the Feast of St. Teresa of Jesus

   Time to once again open THE DEACON DIARIES ... this week, Dcn. Bob talks about the Biblical beginnings of the Diaconate, reading from Acts and 1st Timothy regarding the need for Deacons in the early Church.

   This month on GO ASK FATHER, the school children from St. Edward's in Twin Falls ask questions about our Catholic faith ... and Fr. Julio Vicente has the answers.  The more you listen ... the more you learn!

   Mondays at 3:30pm, join Deacon Robert Barros-Bailey for DEACON DIARIES  Deacons are clerics called to serve the church as Christ the Servant.  Deacon Bob will explore the various ways deacons, deacon candidates, and their wives come to their vocation and how they live it out within their families, parishes and communities.  Come to a deeper understanding of this sacred order of service on DEACON DIARIES - Monday at 3:30pm on Salt & Light Radio.

"Mass of the Holy Spirit" - recorded at 9:30am on September 15th at Bishop Kelly High School with Fr. Donald Fraser as celebrant.

   Fr. Flores and Dcn. Kerry, from Our Lady of the Valley in Caldwell, team up for another edition of FAITH WITH FATHER - discussing the readings for the 25th Sunday of Ordinary Time

   On this episode of WHERE FAITH BEGINS, the Dyson's discuss "God's Will" on the program.

   On September 4th, Pope Francis will canonize Mother Teresa of Calcutta.  Today on MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - Johnny & Lorissa Horn discuss the beautiful work and incredible miracles attributed to this amazing woman of faith.

   "Seasons" is the title of this edition of WHERE FAITH BEGINS hosted by Jake & Lindsay Dyson from the KTFI studios in Twin Falls.

   Chris Kreslins returns to host an all-new edition of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens.  Today, he shares the story of his daughter, Anna, joining a cloistered convent near Sacramento.  

   During this episode of COLLAR TALK, Fr. Caleb Vogel and Fr. Justin Brady go over paragraphs #95 and #96 of the GIRM ... answer a listener's question regarding the burning of incense ... and during Saint Talk, we visit St. James (July 25) and St. Martha (July 29).  If you have a question for the program, email CollarTalk@SaltandLightRadio.com

   During this episode of COLLAR TALK, Fr. Vogel and Fr. Brady cover paragraph #92 of the GIRM ... discuss the "Gloria" in the Liturgy Talk segment ... and wrap up the program with Saint Talk - looking at Mary Magdalene as we celebrate her feast day on July 22nd.

   On today's edition of COLLAR TALK, Fr. Vogel and Fr. Brady will go over paragraph #91 of the GIRM, plus during the Saint Talk segment - look at St. Benedict and Our Lady of Mt. Carmel.

   On this edition of JOURNEY OF FAITH, Deacon Robert Barros-Bailey wraps up his series on the Four Marks of the Church - today we talk about "Apostolic."

   Another great edition of COLLAR TALK with Fr. Vogel and Fr. Brady - today, they discuss the five promises that priests make at their ordination.  Plus, a discussion on public witness - how do others know that we are Catholic?

Today on JOURNEY OF FAITH, Deacon Bob resumes his series on The Four Marks of the Church ... this show focuses on part 3 - "Catholic"

   On this episode of COLLAR TALK, Fr. Caleb Vogel and Fr. Justin Brady go over paragraph #62 of the GIRM ... plus, a discussion on spirituality and evangelization.  How can ordering a sandwich for lunch lead to prayer and a deep meaningful spiritual moment?  Listen and find out!

   Fr. Caleb Vogel and Fr. Justin Brady return for an all-new edition of COLLAR TALK.  In today's episode, they discuss paragraph #61 of the GIRM, reflect on the Ordination Mass of Fr. Mark Uhlenkott, and wrap up the program with their take on the recent Quo Vadis Days retreat for young men discerning their future.

Today on JOURNEY OF FAITH, Dcn. Bob continues his 4-part series on "The Marks of the Church" - today's program is entitled "Holy"

   Deacon Mark W. Uhlenkott was ordained to the priesthood on June 9th at 7:00pm in St. John's Cathedral.  Bishop Peter F. Christensen presided with Diocesan and other priests concelebrating.  This was the first priesthood ordination in the Diocese of Boise since 2010.

Today on JOURNEY OF FAITH, Dcn. Bob begins a 4-part series on "The Marks of the Church" - he kicks it off with a program entitled "One"

   Fr. Flores and Dcn. Kerry Harris from Our Lady of the Valley parish in Caldwell return to host another FAITH WITH FATHER program - this week, they discuss Corpus Christi Sunday.

Deacon Robert Barros-Bailey is your weekly host on JOURNEY OF FAITH.  On today's program, he talks about a topic dear to his heart - young adult ministry.

Chris Kreslins is your host today on MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens!

The 2016 Senior Mass was recorded live from the Carly Center on the campus of Bishop Kelly High School with Fr. Donald Fraser officiating, and music from the BK Choir & Band under the direction of Lisa Cooper.

   Nothing unlucky about Friday the 13th when you're Catholic ... especially May 13th and Our Lady of Fatima.  Johnny & Lorissa Horn are your hosts today on MADE FOR MORE - a Catholic Radio Show for Teens!  Besides Fatima, they will also talk about the birthday of the Church - Pentecost!

The one thousand days from conception through a child's second birthday are the most crucial for a child's development.

These 1000 days are our best opportunity to shape a healthier, more prosperous future for the child.

To learn more: catholicidaho.org/RespectLife

   GO ASK FATHER - students from St. Edward's in Twin Falls ask Fr. Julio Vicente their questions regarding our Catholic faith.

The one thousand days from conception through a child's second birthday are the most crucial for a child's development.

These 1000 days are our best opportunity to shape a healthier, more prosperous future for the child.

To learn more: catholicidaho.org/RespectLife

   Johnny & Lorissa Horn are your hosts this week on MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens.  This week, they discuss "Miracles!"

   Fr. Flores and Dcn. Kerry Harris from Our Lady of the Valley in Caldwell are the hosts of this edition of FAITH WITH FATHER, discussing the upcoming 6th Sunday of Easter.

The one thousand days from conception through a child's second birthday are the most crucial for a child's development.

These 1000 days are our best opportunity to shape a healthier, more prosperous future for the child.

To learn more: catholicidaho.org/RespectLife

   On today's episode of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - your host, Chris Kreslins, discusses relationships ... plus, Fr. Robert Spitzer on death and where our spirit goes ... finally, time to think about summer camps - Chris shares a couple good choices with teens and their parents.

The one thousand days from conception through a child's second birthday are the most crucial for a child's development.

These 1000 days are our best opportunity to shape a healthier, more prosperous future for the child.

To learn more: catholicidaho.org/RespectLife

   Today on MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - your hosts are Johnny & Lorissa Horn.  This is the season as parishes across the state are confirming teens.  Today's discussion centers around the Sacrament of Confirmation.

   In this edition of COLLAR TALK, Fr. Vogel and Fr. Brady will talk about the life of St. Stanislaus, the parts of the GIRM that cover the Gloria and Collect, plus the proper use of Sacramentals (CCC #1667 & #1670).

   On this episode of COLLAR TALK, Fr. Vogel and Fr. Brady will discuss the Annunciation of the Lord, Superstition versus Devotion, and unpack paragraph #51 of the GIRM regarding the Penitential Act.

   On this episode of COLLAR TALK, Fr. Caleb Vogel and Fr. Justin Brady will discuss the Easter Octave and how Catholics can fully participate in joy of our Lord's resurrection.

   In this edition of COLLAR TALK, Fr. Vogel and Fr. Brady discuss Holy Week - from Palm Sunday through the Triduum, what does each specific day mean to us as Catholics?  Find out by listening to today's program - the more you listen, the more you learn!

Gather your family around the radio Thursday afternoons at 3:30 for SAINT-SCAPADES!  Children will learn about the lives of our Saints through fun-filled stories that transport children through the rich history of our Catholic faith. On this March 17th, we take a trip to the Emerald Isle in this episode and meet St. Patrick.

   On today's episode of COLLAR TALK, Fr. Vogel and Fr. Brady explain the annual Chrism Mass - what is it and why do we have?  Plus, paragraphs #46-#48 of the GIRM and a look at St. Joseph with his feast day on March 19th.

   Today on JOURNEY OF FAITH...on the heels of the recent ICYC, Deacon Bob shares an experiment of intimacy he shared with the teens.  What makes your best friend..."best"?  Tune in and find out on today's episode!

   Today on COLLAR TALK, Fr. Vogel and Fr. Brady will discuss paragraph #45 of the GIRM ... recent practices of the occult ... and they highlight Saints Perpetua and Felicity whose feast day was March 7th.

   Dcn. Robert Barros-Bailey wraps up this series on mercy today on JOURNEY OF FAITH.  On today's program, "Comfort the Sorrowful" and "Pray for the Dead"