Bizzy Schorr returns to Morning Light with her weekly segment - "Priscilla's Porch" talking today about marriage.

     Bruce DeVino, District Deputy for the Idaho Knights of Columbus, joins Morning Light to continue our series on “Into the Breach” focusing today on Brotherhood.  Learn more about the Knights at:  www.KofC.org   To watch the video series on YouTube:  www.kofc.org/en/campaigns/into-the-breach.html 

     The Catholic Attic is our monthly catechesis lesson courtesy of Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  Today, he joins Morning Light to talk about "The Saints."  Why are they important to the Catholic faith?  Is it okay to talk them or are we "worshiping" them in some way?  The more you listen, the more you learn!

     Morning Light was blessed to talk with Extension Educator, Master Gardener, Master Naturalist, etc. - Kevin Laughlin - during our Bountiful Harvest segment today!  Is Idaho a good place to grow berries and grapes? Tune in and find out which are best.  And, for more information:  https://www.uidaho.edu/extension/publications/crop/berries-grapes

     Teresa Zepeda joins Morning Light for our weekly Faith & Feasts segment.  Today, we begin by looking at the liturgical calendar for the upcoming week.  Then, we pick up from last week’s conversation on the Brown Scapular as we anticipate the feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel this Sunday.

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light.  Today, Pat King continues the journey through the C.S. Lewis classic - "Mere Christianity."

     From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Morning Light welcomes back Kathy Edwards…talking about how we form habits, why habits exist, and how we can change habits over time

     John Keenan and Anita Moore from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to talk about the anniversary of the Dobbs decision.

     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's lesson is about olives!

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

     In honor of her feast day this Friday the 14th, Morning Light recognizes our Parish of the Week - St. Kateri Station in Fort Hall.

     This is the 12th and final episode of Tolkien Talk 2.0 with Fr. Greg Vance on Morning Light.  The title of the finale' is "Lessons to be Learned" as we share parting thoughts on the JRR Tolkien classics. Plus, Fr. Vance talks about how Tolkien played a part in his discernment to the priesthood!

     Morning Light welcomes back Ken Jercha from the Holy Apostles music ministry to provide our Sacred Music segment.  This week, Ken does a patriotic medley of songs to recognize our recent 4th of July celebrations.

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, after taking a look at the feast days for the week ahead, she talks about the brown scapular in conjunction with the upcoming feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel on July 16th. What is the brown scapular? Why wear it? What are the promises associated with wearing it? Tune in and find out!

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light discussing the issues facing Catholic men in today's culture.  Today, Pat King & Josh Dickson discuss Part 1, Chapters 3 and 4 of the C.S. Lewis classic "Mere Christianity."

     Morning Light presents an encore of The Catholic Company Man for two weeks ago - "A Cold Walk in Billings."

     During our weekly "Passionately Pro-Life" segment, Morning Light talks with Sarah Howard from Cradle of Hope, part of the Boise Rescue Mission, but a pregnancy resource center in its own right.

     With today being the feast day of St. Thomas, Morning Light celebrates our Parish of the Week - St. Thomas the Apostle in Coeur d'Alene, featuring an interview from the 2022 Spring Pledge Drive with Fr. Mariusz Majewski, now the pastor of St. Thomas.  Learn more at their website:  https://stthomascda.org  

     Tolkien Talk returns to Morning Light with Fr. Greg Vance, our guide through Middle Earth and the literary masterpieces of JRR Tolkien. Today in Episode 11, we discuss the many relationships through the stories:  love stories, friendships and more. How are the relationships on the pages mirrored in Tolkien's own life?

     Catholic recording artist and pro-life warrior Jaime Thietten can now add "actress" to her resume'.  Jaime joins Morning Light today along with Wally Veazie - writer and producer of the film "Christine’s Wager."  You can grab a sneak peek of the film in Twin Falls on Saturday, July 22nd as part of a special fundraiser for Sacred Heart Ranch of Idaho.  Learn more at this link:  https://sacredheartranch.org/home/blog/7225899/tickets-now-on-sale-for-our-first-annual-red-carpet-fundraiser

     Vocations Focus is heard during Morning Light on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.  This month has FIVE Thursdays so we get to enjoy a bonus segment!  Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse tell us about the Carmelite Monks of Wyoming who produce delicious Mystic Monk Coffee. Learn more at: www.carmelitemonks.org 

Morning Light welcomes back Pat King as he shares how to keep our yards nice and green during this summer season. 

Morning Light welcomes back Teresa Zepeda, our saint and feast day expert!

Morning Light welcomes back Pat King and Eddie Trask as Eddie shares about his recent conference experience. Pat and Eddie also talk about leadership and how important it is to take on that role as a man. 

Morning Light welcomes back Sarah Lynch as she shares about developing friendship and community skills in students and children. 

Morning Light welcomes back John Keenan of the Idaho Lay Dominicans!

Morning Light welcomes back Chef Lou Aaron as he shares with us the importance of community, connection, and how meals play a big part in those.

Morning Light welcomes back Dr. Scott French as he shares moare about faith and science. 

Morning Light welcomes Andrea Dunlap to share about her open adoption story. 

Morning Light welcomes the incredible and famous Mary Wax of Holy Apostles to share about her many years serving the parish.

Morning Light welcomes back Father Greg Vance as he continues his journey through the world of J.R.R Tolkien and his "Lord of the Rings" universe. 

Morning Light welcomes back the Executive Director for St. Vincent de Paul, Ralph May! Ralph gives us a little update as to what the society has been up to lately, and he shares some stories from Summer Fest. 

Morning Light welcomes back Deacon Gene Fadness for one last run through of the Idaho Catholic Register before his retirement. Thank you Deacon Gene for all of your hard work and dedication over the years!

Morning Light welcomes back Cathryn Gardner, music director for Our Lady of the Rosary in Boise. She shares with us some wedding processional music approved by the church. 

Morning Light welcomes back Ryan Olenick, a seminarian for the diocese of Boise. he shares his vocations story and how he came to answer God's call to the priesthood.

Morning Light welcomes back Jay Wonacott, the Director of Marriage and Family life for the Diocese of Boise. Jay shares an update on the diocese calendar, and then he continues his dive into the catechism paragraphs on marriage and family. 

     Morning Light presents Faith & Feasts every Wednesday with Teresa Zepeda who shares ideas on how to turn special days on our liturgical calendar into spiritual opportunities for your family.

     Pat King joins Morning Light for another installment of Man Cave.  Today, Pat shares another classic of C.S. Lewis - "The Abolition of Man."

      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 shares tips on how to live Christ's Commandment of "love neighbor as self" and how to avoid self-love becoming selfish.

     Anita Moore and Josh Andrus from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to wrap up The Gospel of Life by Saint Pope John Paul II…and then start a new series talking about devotions. Today, talking about the Five First Saturdays devotion to Our Blessed Mother.

     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 east Boise.  While the team enjoys a big healthy salad, Chef talks about the word "beloved" - how many times we find it in scripture and what it truly means.

     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 10 - “A Cold Walk in Billings.”

     Morning Light presents "Tolkien Talk" as our guide through Middle Earth, Fr. Greg Vance from Bishop Kelly High School, discusses the masterpieces of JRR Tolkien.  Today during Episode #9, we talk about the evil forces that prowl about these timeless stories.

     Pat King with the Knights of Columbus joins Morning Light to take us through the first of 12 videos in the "Into the Breach" series, talking about masculinity.

     Morning Light talks with Kris Foster from St. Mark’s Catholic Community during this week's Sacred Music segment. Kris talks about Ignatian Spirituality and the Anima Christi prayer. She also shares "Soul of Christ Sanctify Me" performed by the St. Mark's Schola Choir.

     Morning Light presents "The Catholic Attic" - our monthly catechesis lesson from Fr. Justin Brady.  This is the time of the year where many of our priests within the Diocese of Boise get assigned to other parishes.  How do we react to these changes should it happen to us?  Fr. Brady has some ideas on how to better embrace the annual shuffling of our wonderful priests.

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, we look at the upcoming feasts over the next 7 days.  Then, continue last week’s conversation on the steps one takes to enthrone the Sacred Heart of Jesus in their homes?

     Pat King joins Morning Light for another installment of Man Cave.  Today, Pat shares another classic of C.S. Lewis - "The Abolition of Man."

     From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Morning Light welcomes back Kathy Edwards, talking today about habits.

     Mike Turner & Pamila Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans drop by Morning Light to continue covering chapter 4 of The Gospel of Life by Saint Pope John Paul II.

     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, Chef focuses on the recent Corpus Christi Mass while the morning show feasts on delicious BBQ brisket, the official food of the State of Texas!  (Texas...Corpus Christi...see the connection??)

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

     Recorded Live from St. John's Cathedral in Boise, ID as Bishop Peter Christensen ordains four men to the role of permanent diaconate in the Diocese of Boise.

Episode 8 - The Unique Creatures of Middle Earth

     Salt & Light Radio congratulates Fr. Nelson Cintra and Fr. Timothy Segert on their ordination to the priesthood for the Diocese of Boise!  This is a recording of the Mass from the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in Boise, ID.

     During our Sacred Music segment today, Morning Light co-hosts Brian & Hope share their memories of singing in the choir during high school and college.

“There Shall a Star Come Out of Jacob”  https://youtu.be/HNaQ4Fh35mc

“Corinthians 13”  https://youtu.be/AEr_P7_Z3eQ 

“The Magic Flute - Aria of High Priest Sarastro”  https://youtu.be/XGc4X0CKsLY

“Sicut Cervus” by Palestrina https://youtu.be/0yd5EE0hAB8

“Ave Maria” by Franz Biebl  https://youtu.be/41KBZsdC2dw

“Resurrection Day” by Matt Maher https://youtu.be/MgL3xj3MahQ

     Morning Light welcomes back Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, continuing his series on the Catechism pertaining to marriage. Today, Jay discusses paragraph 1616.

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, she gives us more ways to celebrate the glorious month of June dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. 

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and Eddie Trask.  Today, special guest Josh Dickson joins the group as we continue to talk about "Mere Christianity" by C.S. Lewis.

     From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Morning Light welcomes back Dr. Joe Lipetzky to discuss building character in our kids.  Today's 10-question quiz is about perseverance. 

     Alanna Burg & Anita Moore from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join  Morning Light today to look at Chapter 4 of The Gospel of Life from Pope Saint John Paul II.

     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.  Today, the lesson is on thorns & thistles while Brian & Hope enjoy an artichoke dip.

     Morning Light talks with "Passionately Pro-Life" advocate Emily Naugle about the recent Pro-Life Symposium, highlighting what each of the 3 keynote speakers focused on.

 In this series, Brian Howell from Salt & Light Radio and Eric Meyer from Vandal Catholic will interview staff and students who are involved in the ministry work of St. Augustine's Student Center on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, ID. 

     In this episode, they interview Gracjan Kraszewski, Director of Intellectual Formation at St. Augustine's, about what he brings to the table for the young adults and teases a book that is on his horizon.

     Every Thursday morning, we wrap up Morning Light with our "Sacred Music" segment.  Today, Ken Jercha from Holy Apostles music ministry stops by to share a couple of original songs.  The first one is from John 16:20 and the other is his classic "And The Father Cried."

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, we look forward to the month of June which is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and contains many feast days based on the martyrs of the Church.

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and Eddie Trask.  Today, they begin a new series based on the C.S. Lewis classic "Mere Christianity."

     For our weekly Catholic Counseling segment, Patrick Barga from Salutaris Counseling in Grangeville joins Morning Light today to discuss “Visiting a mental health professional versus going to confession.” 

     Josh Andrus & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to continue looking at The Gospel of Life from Pope Saint John Paul II.  Today, Chapter 3, as we discuss the death penalty and euthanasia.

     Morning Light presents "Tolkien Talk" as our guide through Middle Earth, Fr. Greg Vance from Bishop Kelly High School, discusses the masterpieces of JRR Tolkien.  Today during Episode #6, we talk about "The Race of Men."

     Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May, Executive Director of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, to discuss "Summerfest" there are still dinner tickets, but the car raffle is virtually sold out (20 or so left.) He highlights the recent visit from the National CEO, including a visit to the Idaho State Correctional Institution.  Finally, a Fundraising Special Event:  the TNT Fireworks Stand at Glenwood & State Street, open June 24 – July 4, will benefit Christmas Toy Store.

     Emily Woodham, Staff Writer for the Idaho Catholic Register, stops by Morning Light to walk us through the latest edition hot off the press!

     Morning Light presents our weekly "Sacred Music" segment. Cathryn Gardner, music minister at Our Lady of the Rosary shares music written for the Feast of Pentecost with us today.

Tomas Luis de Victoria: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOZMoGk6xOk

Mozart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4pqnspLOx-s

Gustav Mahler: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=plqzqdEWJNA

James Macmillan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTYCYMi34r4

Teresa Zepeda joins Morning Light today to talk about:

1.  It's still the Easter season and Marian Month on May

2.  Brief roundup of this week’s feast days

3.  Highlight Mary, Mother of the Church on Memorial Day

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and Eddie Trask.  Today, they talk about the importance of going to confession.

     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 from St. Mark’s School talks about things parents can do with their children over the summer that are in correlation to counseling topics covered during this past school year.

     The Idaho Lay Dominicans make their weekly appearance on Morning Light.  Today, Leslie Jercha & Mike Turner continue looking at The Gospel of Life from Pope Saint John Paul II.

     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 east Boise.  Today, we learn about the mulberries.

     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 9…”Purity and the Customer.”  This chapter focuses on virtue which seems to change over the generations…what happens in today’s culture would never have happened 50 to 100 years ago?  How do those blurred lines of virtue affect the corporate world?  Eric shares his experiences from being in the trenches.

     Tolkien Talk returns to Morning Light with Fr. Greg Vance, our guide through Middle Earth and the literary masterpieces of JRR Tolkien. Today in Episode 5, we learn more about the Dwarves. Stunted in height, this race loves to mine for riches in the mountains. How were they created? What part do they play in The Hobbit and where are they when The Lord of the Rings takes place?

     Every other Friday, Morning Light highlights the great work of our Knights of Columbus.  Today, Pat King shares more about the "Into the Breach" series. This 12-episode video series seeks to answer the question — “What does it mean to be a man?”

     Kris Foster from Saint Mark’s music ministry joins Morning Light today to talk about the history of the “Regina Caeli” and shares her choir's performance from Mother's Day Mass. 

     Vocations Focus is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month as part of Morning Light.  Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse chat with Sister Margaret Johnson, an Ursuline Sister working out of St. Mary's parish in Moscow.  

     The Catholic Attic is our monthly catechesis lesson from Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  During this month of May, he joins Morning Light to discuss the Blessed Virgin Mary's title "Mother of the Church."

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, she reminds us that YES - it is still the Easter season!  Then, we walk through the week to see who we celebrate over the next 7 days?  Finally, we continue our look at Marian Gardens for the Horticulturally Challenged.

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and Eddie Trask.  Today, they continue their journey through the Catechism of the Catholic Church with paragraph #843.

     From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Morning Light welcomes back Matt to talk about grumbling today!  What is “Lament” and what does the Church say about it?  What is it's effect on us plus what are the material and spiritual considerations to quit it?  Tune in and learn more!

     Leslie Jercha and Pamila Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to begin Chapter 2 of "The Gospel of Life" by Pope Saint John Paul II.

     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, Chef talks about carob pods as related to the famous Parable of the Prodigal Son.  Carob is a great substitute for cocoa - learn more:

https://www.healthline.com/health/5-best-things-about-carob

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

     In this series, Brian Howell from Salt & Light Radio and Eric Meyer from Vandal Catholic will interview staff and students who are involved in the ministry work of St. Augustine's Student Center on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, ID.  During this episode, we interview Alex Kupp about his involvement with the Candlelight Mass at St. Augustine's.  What is it?  Why is it so wildly popular with U of I students?  How has Alex grown spiritually during his time with Vandal Catholic?  Tune in and find out!

     Morning Light presents Tolkien Talk as we look at the literary masterpieces of JRR Tolkien.  In today's episode, Fr. Greg Vance from Bishop Kelly High School talks about the race of elves!

Morning Light welcomes back Father Greg Vance for another segment  of " Tolkien Talk," as he talks about elves. 

Morning Light welcomes back Dcn. Gene Fadness as he walks us through another edition of the Idaho Catholic Register.

Morning Light welcomes back to the other side of the camera, Trinity Baines! She gives us a little update on what has been happening in the podcasting world of our ministry as well as some of the Youtube projects she has been working on. 

Morning Light welcomes back Jay Wonacott as he gives some updates from the diocese, and takes us back for more on marriage and family from the catechism.

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda, who reminds us today that it is STILL the Easter Season so please continue to celebrate!  May is a month for Our Blessed Mother, so Teresa shares the concept of planting a "Mary's Garden" filled with flowers that represent the beauty of Mary.  Learn more at:  https://www.fisheaters.com/marygardens.html 

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light, discussing the issues that affect Catholic men in today's society.  Today, Pat King talks about paragraphs #871-879 in the Catechism of the Catholic Church that covers the role of lay people in the Church.