Catholic Kids Questions returns to Morning Light as Gabe sits down with Brother Thomas and Brother John Paul from the Fraternity of Verbum Spei. Submit your kids' questions on our website: www.SaltandLightRadio.com/catholic-kids-questions ... cuz Catholic kids wanna know!

Morning Light presents "Through the Fire" - giving men the tools to build the domestic Church, and the weapons to defend it. In this episode, David Fortin & Dcn. Don Prendergast talk about the subject of "Authority." To hear more on Dcn. Don, visit the website of Spirit of Truth Radio Arts at:  www.castingthe.net 

Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. After looking ahead at the Saints and feast days in the coming week, Teresa talks about the Year of Mission that has come out of the recent National Eucharistic Congress.

Jarrod Crump from Meridian Advanced Psychiatry joins Morning Light today to talk about mood. Is there a difference between disordered mood…and mood disorder? Are there different types of mood disorders? What treatment plans are out there? Tune in and learn more or reach out to Jarrod at https://map-clinic.com/providers-2

"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 S.E. Boise. Today, we learn about the "Fruits of the Spirit" as our co-hosts feast upon a thick slice of banana bread smothered with fruit and Greek yogurt!

Josh Andrus & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light once again to continue their series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Colossians… today, Chapter 2.

The Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith. Morning Light presents "Why Catholics Do That" with today’s topic covering “Catholic Aerobics.” 

Monday mornings during the month of August, Morning Light presents our Back-to-School series - today, Bill Avey - President of Bishop Kelly High School joins us to give us an update on all things related to the Knights.

During our weekly "Passionately Pro-Life" segment, David Ripley from Idaho Chooses Life stops by Morning Light to discuss Idaho's Defense of Life Act.

Diana Carrillo joins Morning Light today as we continue a brand new segment aimed at Catholic women - “Blessed & Beautiful.”  Diana shares a bit about herself, then discusses this month's theme - God's timeline.  

Morning Light introduces you to Emily Sanchez from Holy Apostles parish in Meridian who heads up the group "Young Adult Teams of Mary." Tune in to find out more about this group.

In this "Best of" Catholic Book Club, Morning Light presents this encore of our interview with Mike Aquilina regarding his latest book "Feasts of Our Fathers."

Kris Foster from St. Mark's Catholic Community provides this week's "Sacred Music" segment of Morning Light. With today celebrating the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Kris shares her version of Salve Regina.

Morning Light welcomes back Gina Schmidt for our Faith Community Nursing segment. Back to school is an exciting time for our children, but they are also exposed to illness. Gina provides some tips on how to keep your kids healthy as they head back to class this week.

"Vocations Focus" is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month as part of Morning Light. In this episode, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse chat with Dcn. Sal Carranza, Director of Diaconate for the Diocese of Boise.

Morning Light presents "The Catholic Attic" - our monthly catechesis lesson from Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. Paul's Catholic Church in Nampa. August means kids going back to school and Father talks about St. Paul's Catholic SCHOOL and how his faculty and staff approach a quality education along with solid formation in the faith.

Every other Wednesday morning, tune in for Pat King's Man Cave during Morning Light. Pat discusses the issues that Catholic men face in today's culture.

"Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda, with tips on how to turn ordinary situations into supernatural opportunities. Tune in and learn more about our Saints and their feast days.

From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Morning Light welcomes back Dr. Kathy Edwards…here today to talk about communication skills. Have you ever heard of “true, necessary, and kind.” How do we assert our needs in this world but still make sure we are not being aggressive or rude or unkind? Here are some Scripture passages to help you out:

James 1:19 - Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger.

Ephesians 4:29 - Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building  others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.

Proverbs 18:13 - To answer before listening – that is folly and shame.

Proverbs 18:2 - Fools find no pleasure in understanding but delight in airing their own opinions.

Proverbs 12:18 - The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.

"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 S.E. Boise. Chef could not be with us this morning so we jumped into the Way-Back Machine to grab this "Best of" segment from June 30, 2020 talking about Caesar Salad.

Alanna Burg & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to continue their series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Colossians… today, Chapter 1, verses 15-29.

Morning Light presents "Why Catholics Do That" - The Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith. Today’s topic - “Vestments.” 

Monday mornings during the month of August, Morning Light presents our Back-to-School series - today, Tammy Emerich - Superintendent of Idaho Catholic Schools joins us to talk about a variety of topics relating to Catholic education.

Emily Naugle returns to Morning Light with pointers on pro-life conversations. Also, Emily talks about a pro-life event taking place at St. Mark’s this Thursday.

Rachel Gehring joins Morning Light today as we continue a brand new segment aimed at Catholic women - “Blessed & Beautiful.”  Rachel shares a bit about herself as a spiritual director, then discusses this month's theme - God's timeline. Learn more about Rachel’s ministry work at transformedbymercy.net

After taking the month of July off for a well-deserved summer break, Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, returns to Morning Light today to walk us through a fresh new issue hot off the press!

Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, joins Morning Light today to discuss a variety of topics…

1. Overland Food Pantry

2. Feeding veterans and National Guard families - Monthly food delivery to Gowen Field continues to grow with 122 National Guard families served this week.  

3. Also, the next Feeding America's Heroes event is September 11 at the Boise VA Hospital.  We expect to distribute food and other supplies to over 500 vets and their families.

4. Reentry Services - SVdP has been awarded a grant from the Murdock Foundation to have two Reentry Specialists with offices inside two prisons south of Boise.

John Vitz from Angelus Music returns to Morning Light today to provide a fun, interactive "Sacred Music" segment. Based on his musical "The Cure' of Ars" the 3 of us act out the scene during John Vianney’s Exam for Ordination.  Learn more at www.angelusmusic.com 

Heart of a Child Ministries is a nationally recognized ministry which offers Celebration of Life presentations for all ages across the country. One such presentation will take place on Saturday, September 7th from 11:45am to 1:30pm at Holy Apostles Catholic Church in Meridian. Lisa Miranda stops by Morning Light with more details and to encourage people to register at: https://www.catholicidaho.org/event/celebration-of-life-presentation---heart-of-a-child-ministries 

As classes are set to begin August 19th, Alberto Jaramillo from Bronco Catholic drops by Morning Light to give us a glimpse of what students can expect this year at St. Paul's on the BSU campus.

This is part 2 of Gabe's chat with Teresa Zepeda as Morning Light continues our new segment, "Catholic Kids Questions" - because Catholic Kids want to know! Submit your kids’ questions on our website under the Contact Us tab at:  https://saltandlightradio.com/catholic-kids-questions 

Morning Light presents "Through the Fire" with David Fortin and Dcn. Don Prendergast - giving men the tools to build the domestic church, and the spiritual weapons to defend it. Learn more at the Spirit of Truth Radio Arts website: www.CastingThe.net 

"Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. After highlighting the Saints and feast days in the coming week, Teresa shines the spotlight on Edith Stein - you know her as St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross

"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, we welcome back Dr. Joe Lipetzky, talking today about "justice."

"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 S.E. Boise. Chef brings a couscous salad to Brian & Hope while he teaches us about manna.

Josh Andrus & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today as they kick-off a new series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Colossians.

Morning Light presents "Why Catholics Do That" - The Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith. Today’s topic - “The Tabernacle.”

Monday mornings during the month of August, Morning Light presents our Back-to-School series - today, joining us from Cottonwood, Brian Cummings, Principal of St. John Bosco Academy. 

Randy Stewart from St. Edward's parish in Twin Falls joins Morning Light for our "Passionately Pro-Life" segment. Randy is part of the pro-life ministry and shares the details on Thursday's Mass and Eucharistic Procession across the Perrine Bridge.

Diann Scheetz joins us today to help launch a brand new segment on Morning Light which is aimed at Catholic women - “Blessed & Beautiful” - talking about topics that affect Idaho women from all walks of life. 

Morning Light introduces you to Tom & Noelle Crowe, who bring you the  www.AmericanCatholicHistory.org website as well as podcasts and social media offerings. They also offer pilgrimages right here in America!

Jim Valois joins Morning Light - author of the book “Our Lady's Prophecies - God's Messages for our Time” available through Sophia Institute Press. Jim was our guest back on Friday, March 1st - check out the podcast of that interview. Today, he’s here to promote a different cause - that of Charlene Marie Richard.  Learn more at https://www.theamericanconservative.com/the-miraculous-charlene-richard 

Ken Jercha, who provides music for both Holy Apostles and Our Lady of the Valley, joins Morning Light today for our Sacred Music segment. With the feast of the Assumption coming up on August 15th, Ken performs a classic from John Michael Talbot - "Holy is His Name."

Cari Moodie from Saint Alphonsus Health System joins Morning Light today for our Faith Community Nursing segment, talking about managing life in extreme heat. What causes our poor air quality? What is a “red flag” warning? How do we stay safe when this triple-digit heat hangs on? The more you listen...the more you learn!

"Vocations Focus" is heard on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month during Morning Light. Today, Mary Ellen Nourse catches us with the visiting Fr. Reuben Nuxoll from the Legionaries of Christ.

Morning Light continues our new segment - "Catholic Kids Questions." Today, Gabe talks with Teresa Zepeda about saints…’cuz Catholic Kids want to know! Submit your kids’ questions on our website under the Contact Us tab at… https://saltandlightradio.com/catholic-kids-questions 

Morning Light presents Pat King's Man Cave as Pat looks at the controversial opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics.

"Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. Today, she highlights the saints and feast days coming up over the next seven 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, Dr. Kevin Laughlin joins us to discuss the Code of the West and how mental illness affects rural America.

"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 S.E. Boise. 

Josh Andrus & Pam Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to continue their series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Philippians…today, chapter 4.

"Why Catholics Do That" - the Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith. Today on Morning Light - “The Altar" - 1) Why must every Catholic church have an altar?  2) How does the altar of the Old Testament differ from the altar of today?  3) Can you describe what is meant by “the sacrifice of the Mass”?

Morning Light concludes our series for the month of July as Fr. John Kucera, pastor of St. Mary’s parish here in Boise - gives us part 5 of 5 discussing “The Gifts of the Holy Spirit.”

Casey & Katie Pieplow join Morning Light today during our weekly "Passionately Pro-Life" segment to share their foster care experience.

Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “He Gave Us So Much - A Tribute to Benedict the XVI” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage reads Chapter 1 of this book written by Robert Cardinal Sarah…reflecting on what Benedict’s pontificate gave to the Catholic Church! Today’s episode offers a conclusion to the first Chapter of this book.  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

Morning Light shines the spotlight on the Idaho Knights of Columbus. Today, we chat with Paul Consalvo, the Grand Knight of Council #899 at Sacred Heart parish of Boise. Paul recently moved to Boise via time spent at Utah State University and his home state of Florida. Once he planted himself in the City of Trees, he immediately found a new family with Council #899 and became one of the youngest Grand Knights in the state. Find out what Paul loves about the Knights and why other young Catholic men should join too.

Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, joins Morning Light today to talk about news from their Boise Overland Food Pantry. Check out this recent story in the Idaho Statesman: 

 https://www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/community/boise/article290206089.html

Also, big changes are coming to the Thrift Store system as a major renovation of the flagship store on State Street and Pierce Park in Boise is scheduled soon!

Providing our weekly Sacred Music segment, Morning Light welcomes back Cathryn Gardner from Our Lady of the Rosary. Today’s topic is Teaching, specifically teaching children's catechism in honor of VBS next week at OLR:

Blest are They (Notre Dame Folk Choir) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzH-Vo4ocRo

10 Commandments Song - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ho5jgKt3P5E

The Fruit of the Spirit Song - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1t8MVZRNb4

The Greatest Commandment (Porter’s Gate) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pElUWTNsYXU

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 paragraph #1655 talking about the Domestic Church.

Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light to promote the many upcoming events coming from his office at the Pastoral Center.

Morning Light continues our new segment - "Catholic Kids Questions" - as Gabe Ryan talks once again with Ginger Mortensen from St. Mark's in Boise…’cuz Catholic Kids want to know! Submit your kids’ questions on our website under the Contact Us tab at… https://saltandlightradio.com/catholic-kids-questions 

Today on Morning Light, we introduce a new men’s segment that will rotate with Pat King’s “Man Cave” - a show called “Through the Fire” with David Fortin & Dcn. Don Prendergast, giving men the tools to build the domestic Church...and the spiritual weapons to defend it!

"Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. After highlighting the saints we get to celebrate over the next 7 days, Teresa shines the spotlight on the trio of Saints Martha, Mary and Lazarus.

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, we welcome back Amy Ives from Communal Change, LLC. Amy is an LCPC in the State of Idaho with a specialty in Marriage and Family Therapy.  Today’s topic: “a formula for communicating with difficult people.“  Learn more at https://catholictherapistsidaho.org or https://communalchange.com/staff  

"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 SE Boise. Chef couldn’t be with us today, so this “Best of” segment is from Aug. 2, 2022 talking about Asparagus & Butter Sauces.

Josh Andrus & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to continue their series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Philippians…today, chapter 3, verses 12-21

Morning Light presents our new series - "Why Catholics Do That" - the Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith. Today’s topic - “Statues & Stained Glass.”  Mary answers thy typical questions we field from non-Catholics: 1) Why do Catholics pray to statues? (they don’t!)  2) Why do Catholics spend money to decorate the inside of the churches?  3) The beauty of the Church in general.

Fr. John Kucera, pastor of St. Mary’s parish here in Boise, joins Morning Light to present part 4 of 5 of hist discussion surrounding “The Gifts of the Holy Spirit.” 

Riley Sieker joins Morning Light today to kick off NFP Awareness Week. Riley has a new fertility ministry called Galilee Fertility - learn more at https://galileefertility.com  She clears up some misconceptions about NFP, and shares a couple of success stories, including her own! Soon, she’ll be  launching a new program called The Wonder of Eve - an intro to fertility health and cycle-tracking for young women ages 14-18 and their moms.

Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “He Gave Us So Much - A Tribute to Benedict the 16th” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage reads Chapter 1 of this book written by Robert Cardinal Sarah…reflecting on what Benedict’s pontificate gave to the Catholic Church!  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

The Idaho Catholic Women's Conference is coming up Saturday, September 14 to Holy Apostles in Meridian. Morning Light welcomes one of the keynote speakers - Fr. John Mosier, the new pastor of St. Mark's Catholic Community in Boise. Taken from Nehemiah 8:10, the theme of the conference is "The Joy of the Lord is Our Strength" and today Fr. Mosier gives us context behind the story of what's taking place in that passage.

Today on "Catholic Book Club," Morning Light welcomes Chicago author, Steven S. Thomas, sharing his new book - "Catholic Joe, Superhero." The Church and the World needs a superhero. This self-published fiction is described as a combination of today's action heroes fueled by a strong Catholic faith. To learn more or get a copy of the book for yourself, visit Steven's website www.CatholicJoeSuperhero.com 

During our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, John Vitz from Angelus Music joins Morning Light to share a couple of songs from 'The Cure' of Ars" based on the life of St. John Vianney.

Gina Schmidt returns to Morning Light with our Faith Community Nursing segment. Today, Gina talks about heat-related illness:  risk factors and prevention, statistics and safety tips. Who is at increased risk? What are the three main heat injuries? Is there a Patron Saint of heat-related illnesses? Tune in and learn more!

"Vocations Focus" is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month as part of Morning Light. Today, Mary Ellen Nourse continues her conversation with Fr. Ed Nowak from the Paulist Fathers.

Morning Light presents "Catholic Kids Questions" - today, Gabe Ryan talks with Ginger Mortensen on a wide variety of interesting questions…’cuz Catholic Kids want to know! Submit your kids’ questions on our website under the Contact Us tab at… https://saltandlightradio.com/catholic-kids-questions 

Pat King returns to the St. Gabriel Studio for a live appearance during Morning Light! Pat talks about the importance of Catholic men to step up and tell their stories...also, engage your children regarding the Faith and be the spiritual leader in your household.

Teresa Zepeda joins Morning Light today for "Faith & Feasts" - talking about the Brown Scapular. What is the scapular and the backstory behind it? What do you do when you have to get a new scapular? Teresa also highlights the Saints and feast days coming up over the next 7 days. This is the 6th anniversary of this show - you can listen to the very first episode here:

https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/saltandlightradio/Faith_and_Feasts_Show_1_071718.mp3 

"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, Jarrod Crump from Meridian Advanced Psychiatry talks about anxiety. What is anxiety exactly? How do we deal with it? How bad should anxiety get before going on medication? Learn more at https://catholictherapistsidaho.org

"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 S.E. Boise. Today, with a plate of bread, honey and olive oil...Chef Lou teaches about how to engage non-believers as Christ and the Apostles did - if they do not welcome you, shake the dust from your sandals and move on.

Alanna Burg and Pamila Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today as they continue their new series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Philippians…today, Chapter 3, Verses 1-11

Morning Light continues our new segment - "Why Catholics Do That." The Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith. Today’s topic - “CANDLES”  1) What are the symbols of candles?  2) Why are there extra candles that people light?  3) What is the meaning of the Paschal Candle?   The more you listen, the more you learn!

Fr. John Kucera, pastor of St. Mary’s parish here in Boise - joins Morning Light for part 3 of 5 discussing “The Gifts of the Holy Spirit.”

During our weekly "Passionately Pro-Life" segment, Morning Light introduces you to Chad Hyslop from Lifeline of Nampa, talking about the many different ministry services they've offered over the past 39 years. Plus, Chad shares some needs of the Nesting Place as well as some upcoming events.

Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “He Gave Us So Much - A Tribute to Benedict the 16th” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage reads Chapter 1 of this book written by Robert Cardinal Sarah…reflecting on what Benedict’s pontificate gave to the Catholic Church!  Today's episode focuses on "THe Liturgy."  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

Pat King joins Morning Light to give us an update on the COR program being offered by the Idaho Knights of Columbus. Why should we encourage men to ask their parishes to conduct this program? Tune in and find out more!

Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, joins Morning Light with a long list of updates!  Thank you to everyone who showed up to support the St. Dismas Reentry Conference at Westside Drive-In (both Park Center and State Street) and special thanks to Chef Lou for all of his support! The July 4th TNT Fireworks Stand helped to raise $14,300 for the Christmas Toy Store PLUS, an additional $2,700 was raised in direct donations! This Monday, July 15th from 5 to 9pm, it's Bardenay Give Back Night at their Downtown Boise location (610 W Grove St.) where 20% of sales go directly to the Christmas Toy Store. Finally, the Overland Food Pantry is in DIRE Need!! Typically, they need 50 pallets of food to be considered full...currently, they have only 4 pallets of food.  To help, please visit: www.svdpid.org/food 

Ken Jercha from Holy Apostles joins Morning Light today to talk about an upcoming Evangelism Retreat at Our Lady of the Valley in Caldwell then plays a medley of Jesus hymns for us.

Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light to highlight some upcoming events and also continues his series on the paragraphs in the Catechism pertaining to marriage, covering CCC #1652-1654.

Morning Light talks with the Bronco Catholic team of Alberto Jaramillo & Mary Marcak, Operational Manager. They talk about the changes on the formation side of the student center and highlight some of the first events of the new school year.

Morning Light presents "The Catholic Attic" - our monthly catechesis lesson from Fr. Justin Brady, Pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa. This month, Father discusses the differences between sacramentals and superstitions.

Morning Light presents "Man Cave" as Pat King & David Fortin bring you Part 2 of their conversation with Dr. George Ceremuga.

"Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. Today, she highlights the Saints and feasts over the next seven days...then, rewinds to July 12 where we shine the spotlight on Saints Louis and Zélie Martin.

"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. Kathy Edwards talking about patience and self-control.

"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 SE Boise. Last week's "best of" episode from 3 years featured crepes as Chef taught the lesson on "eating scrolls." Today, he is in-studio teaching a similar lesson with passages from Amos and Revelation while Brian & Hope enjoy "Little Nothin's" - white bread pressed down with raspberry jam rolled inside, dipped in pancake batter and deep fried. 

Alanna Burg and John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today as they continue their series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Philippians.

Morning Light launches a new segment today -  "Why Catholics Do That."  The Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our weekly guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith. Today’s topic talks about “Holy Water.”  Why is it in Catholic churches?  Who can use it an how is it actually made?  The more you listen, the more you learn!

Fr. John Kucera, pastor of St. Mary’s parish here in Boise, returns to Morning Light to continue our July series.  Today, part 2 of 5 discussing “The Gifts of the Holy Spirit.” 

Lois Anderson, Executive Director of Oregon Right to Life, returns to Morning Light to share stories of her very busy month of June and then she looks ahead to a couple of special things over the summer.

Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “He Gave Us So Much - A Tribute to Benedict the 16th” as Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage reads parts of this book written by Robert Cardinal Sarah…reflecting on what Benedict’s pontificate gave to the Catholic Church! Today’s episode is an Introduction to Chapter 1.  To learn more about the ministry work of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org