Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “Jesus the Bridegroom” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage shares more about this divine love story between Christ and His bride - the Church.  Based on the second book by Dr. Brant Pitre, Sister Beverly helps us see the entire history of salvation - from Mount Sinai to Mount Calvary. Today’s episode continues through Chapter 2 and focuses on the events at The Last Supper. To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

     Morning Light introduces you to Forest Dipjinski, Grand Knight from Risen Christ Council #12854 during today's segment with the Idaho Knights of Columbus.

     Morning Light presents "Catholic Book Club" with today's moderator - Dr. Paul Chaloux, talking about his new book “Heaven’s Currency” available through Sophia Institute Press.  https://sophiainstitute.com/product/heavens-currency 

     John Vitz from Angelus Music returns to Morning Light as part of our weekly "Sacred Music" segment. As Easter draws near, so does Holy Thursday and the Institution of The Holy Eucharist. John talks about The Last Supper as the first Mass as we share two songs from the CD "A Mass for Peace in the Third Millennium."  The first one is  "Pax Vobiscum / Agnus Dei"  [CUT 20] which are 2 prayers sung together as one.  The second song is "Ecce Agnus Dei"  [CUT 21] and includes the reception of Holy Communion and the words said by the priest, prior to Vatican II, when we received the Sacrament.

     Morning Light is happy to bring back our Faith Community Nursing segment! Today, Gina Schmidt reminds us that March is “Colo-rectal Cancer Awareness Month. Gina discusses statistics of colorectal cancer as well as signs & symptoms, how to detect AND prevent it. She also talks about how it is treated and even shares a Patron Saint for those suffering with colo-rectal cancer. 

     Morning Light welcomes back Bronco Catholic - being represented today by not only Alberto Jaramillo but also it's President - Luis Ponton.  Tune in and see how the ministry work at St. John's Student Center is changing lives on the campus of Boise State University.

     Salt & Light Radio was truly blessed to kick-off our 2024 Spring Pledge Drive with the Most Rev. Peter Christensen, Bishop for the Diocese of Boise.  Part 2 of our interview with Bishop Peter discusses "The New Evangelization" and how Cathoic Radio works together with the Idaho Catholic Register newspaper (thanks to Dcn. Gene Fadness and now Dcn. Scott Pearhill.)

     Salt & Light Radio was truly blessed to kick-off our 2024 Spring Pledge Drive with the Most Rev. Peter Christensen, Bishop for the Diocese of Boise.  In part 1 of our interview, Bishop Peter talks about the theme - "Into the Deep"

     Morning Light presents "The Catholic Attic" - our monthly catechesis lesson courtesy of Fr. Justin Brady, Pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  Today is Day #1 of Salt & Light Radio's Spring Pledge Drive.  Fr. Brady shares his favorite memories of being a part of this radio ministry over the years as well as the overall importance of Catholic media, especially in today's confusing culture.

     "Man Cave" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King & David Fortin. Today is the opening day of the Spring Pledge Drive so Pat & David share their thoughts on why this form of Catholic media is important to support financially.  You can make your pledge of financial support by calling 208-344-4774, visit www.SaltandLightRadio.com or download the Salt & Light Radio app onto your smartphone and donate there.  God bless you for your support of our radio ministry!

     Keith Pettyjohn, Board President of Salt & Light Radio, stops by Morning Light to officially launch the 2024 Spring Pledge Drive.  Keith talks about the theme - "Into the Deep" as well as some of the great incentives planned to make the phone ring over the next 3 days.

     "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, Kathy Edward from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise joins us with the topic - "The Beauty of Positive Thinking" and kicks off with a quote from Mother Teresa... "Go out into the world today and love the people you meet. Let your presence light NEW light in the hearts of others.”

     "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 cucumbers.

     Morning Light welcomes Alanna Burg & Pamila Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans to continue their series on the Letter to the Ephesians…today, Chapter 3, Verses 1-13.

     Eric M. Meyer returns to Morning Light with a unique new series that looks at how our Catholic faith permeates our culture in ways you may be unaware of! Today, Eric shares some surprising statistics on corporate management versus the workload that our priests and Bishops have to manage!

     Morning Light continues our series for the month of March - "Lessons on Lent."  Fr. Tim Segert, Parochial Vicar at St. John’s Cathedral, offers Part #2 focusing on one of the three pillars of Lent - “PRAYER.”

     Lori Hadacek Chaplin joins Morning Light today to discuss her involvement with the pro-life ministry "We Care Idaho" plus, her pro-life billboards, and the upcoming “Pro-life Heroes” Prime Rib Dinner.

     Salt & Light Catholic Radio presents “Jesus the Bridegroom” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage shares more about this divine love story between Christ and His bride - the Church.  Based on the second book by Dr. Brant Pitre, Sister Beverly helps us see the entire history of salvation - from Mount Sinai to Mount Calvary. Today’s episode focuses on the events of The Wedding at Cana.  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

     Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, joins Morning Light today to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press! To subscribe, visit www.catholicidaho.org  

     Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May, Executive Director of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul SW Idaho.  Ralph talks about the need for food at our area Food Banks and how far your financial donations can go.  Learn more at www.svdpid.org/food 

     During the Sacred Music segment of Morning Light, Ken Jercha from Holy Apostles music ministry stops by to talk about The Prodigal Son and his beautiful song “My Father’s Eyes” - https://youtu.be/tUDTBkFfFw0?si=7ecoulx41FvdfRYB  Also, Ken talks about The Way of the Cross  and the part that Simon of Cyrene played in it then performs a deeply moving song "Watch the Lamb."  Here is an article on Simon of Cyrene after the crucifixion -  https://aleteia.org/2022/04/12/what-happened-to-simon-of-cyrene-after-the-crucifixion

     Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family & Life for the Diocese of Boise, stops by Morning Light to continue his series on the paragraphs in the Catechism pertaining to marriage. Today - CCC #1640.

     "Vocations Focus" is heard the first and third Thursday of the month as part of Morning Light. Today, Mary Ellen Nourse talks with Sister Charlene Herinckx from the Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon. Sister Charlene and Sister Anna Nguyen are in Boise this weekend for the Idaho Catholic Youth Conference with stops at Bishop Kelly and other area Catholic schools. Sister Charlene is also the Vocations Director for the order - find out what that entails in this joyful interview.

     Melissa Hardy is the Director of New Life Support Services and she joins Morning Light to talk about a special retreat coming up next month. Women who have experienced an abortion and would like to seek healing are invited to the Revive Retreat at no cost. This event will be in McCall on the weekend of April 5-7. Learn more and register at:  https://newlifesupportservices.com/registration 

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light, discussing the issues of today's culture that affect Catholic men.  Today, Pat King & David Fortin wrap up their series on the acronym of G.R.O.W.T.H … “H” stands for “Holiness.”

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Teresa gives us TWO weeks worth of Saints to focus on then talks about Laetare Sunday.

Learn how to pray this chaplet at:  https://www.usccb.org/prayers/chaplet-divine-mercy 

     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 Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Dr. Joe Lipetzky returns to talk about the steps necessary to turn vices into virtues!

     "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's lesson revolves around Psalm 119 talking about how God's words are sweeter than honey. Brian & Hope enjoy some delicious Manuka honey - a thick, dark honey native to New Zealand!

     Morning Light welcomes John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans to continue their series on the Letter to the Ephesians, focusing today on Chapter 2, verses 11-22.

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