September 22, 2018 - 8 men were ordained as Deacons to the Diocese of Boise.  Deacon Bill Burns & Brian Howell describe the ceremony from St. John's Cathedral in Boise, ID.

   The Knights (4-1) suffered a tough loss at the hands of Middleton.  The Vikings (5-0) used a strong 2nd half and rallied to a big 42-27 Homecoming victory against Bishop Kelly.

   MADE FOR MORE is the Catholic Radio Show for Teens and can be heard Friday afternoons at 3:30 on Salt & Light Radio.  Greg & Mikey continue with their 6-part series on the acronym H.A.B.I.T.S.  This episode focuses on the letter "I" which stands for "Investing in Your Parish."  How can you better serve your parish?  Beyond time, talent and treasure...is there something else you can offer others with the walls of your church?

   In celebration of his 40th anniversary of being a priest, Mary Ellen Nourse interviews Fr. Henry Carmona on this edition of VOCATIONS FOCUS.  How does a young man growing up in Cali, Columbia end up being a priest in the Diocese of Boise?  Tune in and learn the fascinating story from one of the more beloved priests in our State.

   In this edition of FAITH & FEASTS, Teresa & Elisa Zepeda share ways to celebrate the Feast of St. Matthew, celebrated on September 21st.  Tax collector turned Apostle, what are some ways to celebrate this incredible evangelist who gave up everything to follow Jesus?  Perhaps throw a "Matthew Dinner Party" or serve "Silver Dollar Pancakes" for breakfast?  More interesting facts and ideas are including in this episode.

   These are the last pages of the DEACON DIARIES.  As Deacon Bob says good-bye to his listeners in Catholic-Land, we take this opportunity to look back at an amazing run of over five years worth of entertaining interviews and inspirational information.  We will miss him dearly but Bishop Peter has important work for Deacon Bob to focus upon.

   Bishop Kelly host Emmett for game #4 of the season.  The Knights made short work of the Huskies winning 45-0 and keeping their record perfect midway through the conference season.

   MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - heard Fridays at 3:30pm on Salt & Light Radio.  Mike & Greg continue with their 6-part series on the acronym H.A.B.I.T.S.  This episode focuses on the letter "B" which stands for "Bible."  How do you see yourself in the Bible stories?  Can the scriptures be relevant during our busy 21st century lifestyles?

   In this episode, your host Pat King invites Patrick Tavelli into the MAN CAVE.  Patrick is one of the latest FOCUS missionaries on his way to the University of Southern California.  How did Catholic Radio bring him back to the faith?  What did God do in his life to put Patrick on the path to this ministry for young adults on college campuses?  Tune in for an amazing and inspirational discussion.

"The Mass of the Holy Spirit" - recorded at 9:15am on Wednesday, September 12th from the Carley Center on the campus of Bishop Kelly High School in Boise...with Fr. Caleb Vogel as celebrant.

   On this episode of “Catholic Idaho” we talk with Brian Simer from the Knights of Columbus about the Guadalupe Encounter … Jay Wonacott, Director of the Marriage & Family Life Office from the Diocese of Boise, on the Humanae Vitae event coming October 19-20 … and Brad Hahn, CEO of Solidarity HealthShare.  “Catholic Idaho” - heard Tuesdays at 6:00pm, right here on Salt & Light Listener-Supported Catholic Radio. 

   FAITH & FEASTS, heard Tuesdays at 3:30pm on Salt & Light Catholic Radio, hosted by Teresa & Elisa Zepeda.  On this episode, the ladies discuss how to celebrate September 14th - "The Exaltation of the Holy Cross."

   The final pages of the DEACON DIARIES are about to be written.  As Deacon Bob prepares to say good-bye to his listeners, we take time to reflect on the past 5+ years worth of entertaining interviews and inspirational information.  Plus, his take on the recent Church scandals - with whom are you putting YOUR faith?!

   Bishop Kelly gives a strong defensive effort in a 31-0 win over the Columbia Wildcats.  The Knights remain undefeated and look forward to a home game next week.

   MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - heard Fridays at 3:30pm on Salt & Light Radio.  Mike & Greg continue with their 6-part series on the acronym H.A.B.I.T.S.  This episode focuses on the letter A which stands for "Accountability."  How important is it that your video match your audio?  Who can be an accountability partner along your faith journey?

   On this episode of VOCATIONS FOCUS, Mary Ellen Nourse travels to Nazareth Retreat House to talk with its new administrator - Sister Susie Johnston from the Sisters of Divine Grace.  Sister Susie shares her inspirational vocation story then describes her responsibilities now at Nazareth.

   On this episode of FAITH & FEASTS, Teresa & Elisa Zepeda discuss "How to Celebrate Sunday."  The Lord commands us to take 1 day (Sunday) to rest and to worship.  Why does mankind instead use this day to finish up chores or prepare for Monday?  Find out ways to slow down and make Sunday more like it was intended.

   In the home opener of the 2018 season, Bishop Kelly played host to the Vallivue Falcons.  The teams traded blows like a pair of heavyweight boxers, but the Knights seized the win in the end thanks to several gutsy calls late in the game.  Abe Jackson & Peter Oliver bring you all the action from victory #2 after a 46-39 thriller at Nick Ysursa Field.  

   MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - heard Fridays at 3:30pm on Salt & Light Radio.  Mike & Greg kick off a 6-part series on the acronym H.A.B.I.T.S.  This episode focuses on the letter H which stands for "Holy Hour."  What is a Holy Hour and why is critical to our faith journey?

   In this edition of FAITH & FEASTS, Teresa & Elisa Zepeda wrap up their 2-part series on Saints Monica (August 27) and Augustine (August 28).  You'll hear some of the history plus ways to celebrate these feast days ... go to confession or cook an Algerian dinner or raise of pint of your favorite brew.  Tune in to learn more!

   Bishop Kelly enjoys a 43-21 win at Bulldog Stadium as the Knights defeat Nampa to "kick-off" the 2018 season.  Abe Jackson debuts as the new "Voice of the Knights" along with Peter Oliver bringing you all the action.

   Mike welcomes a new co-host for the next couple months - Greg Schweitzer from Sacred Heart parish in Boise.  During this episode of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - Greg & Mike introduce a new concept for teen ministry - H.A.B.I.T.S.  What does this acronym mean?  During the next 6 weeks, they will focus on each letter but today is an overview of what this series will delve in to.

   Josh Dickson returns once again to the MAN CAVE.  This local program airs the 2nd & 4th Wednesday, where Catholic men can share their faith stories and discuss issues that affect us in today's culture.  In this episode, we talk about the topic of spiritual warfare.  Does the devil trip us up or is God steering us in a different direction?  How do we discern the difference? How can we spend more quality time with our families? 

   On this episode of FAITH & FEASTS, Teresa & Elisa Zepeda look ahead to August 27th & 28th.  This is Part 1 on Saint Monica & her son Saint Augustine, their interesting history and how to celebrate the feast days.

   From Leadership Retreats to Junior High Camps to Vacation Bible School...it was a busy summer for Mike and other youth ministers in the Valley.  On this episode of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - Mike & Brian wrap up the summer and look ahead to the upcoming school year.

   On this edition of WALK ME HOME, Jake & Lindsay are back from family vacation!  Listen in as they recap the highlights from their trip.

   During this edition of VOCATIONS FOCUS, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse pay a visit to the youth group at St. John's Cathedral, led by Joanna Abbondandolo.  The youth ask questions of seminarian Tim Segert.  How does one discern the priesthood?  What is life like in the seminary?  These are just some of the questions you'll hear during this entertaining half-hour.

   On this edition of CATHOLIC IDAHO, Fr. Vogel shares a recent homily from St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  Emily Naugle chats with Julie Katzenberger on "Passionately Pro-Life."  And, Brad Hahn (CEO of Solidarity HealthShare) has some exciting news to share.

   Salt & Light Radio presents FAITH & FEASTS! Teresa Zepeda and her daughter Elisa team up to provide ideas on how to turn ordinary activities into supernatural opportunities.  Transform your life into a joyful celebration of the Faith by observing the feasts of the Liturgical year.  This is Part 2 regarding the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary - a Holy Day of Obligation - celebrated August 15th.

   MAN CAVE - a local program heard the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month at 3:30pm - where Catholic Men share their faith stories and discuss issues affecting them in today’s culture.  In this episode, Pat King sits down with Alberto Jaramillo - seminarian for the Diocese of Boise.  What positive male role models helped him on his faith journey?  How did he discern the priesthood?  What does a day at Mt. Angel look like?  Tune in and find out!

   Salt & Light Radio presents FAITH & FEASTS! Teresa Zepeda and her daughter Elisa team up to provide ideas on how to turn ordinary activities into supernatural opportunities.  Transform your life into a joyful celebration of the Faith by observing the feasts of the Liturgical year.  This episode is Part 1 on the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary - a Holy Day of Obligation - celebrated August 15th.

   In this episode of VOCATIONS FOCUS, Jim Nourse and Brian Howell sit down with Mary Lou Molitor from the St. John Vianney Society, developed to help seminarians and priests in our Diocese through fundraisers such as an annual quilt raffle and the famous Men In Black calendars.

     On this episode of CATHOLIC IDAHO, we interview Brian Simer from the Knights of Columbus on an exciting event coming to the Nampa Civic Center on September 15th.  Plus, newly trained FOCUS missionary Mike DiLucca shares his faith journey and discernment process that led him to join this powerful ministry.  Finally, Brad Hahn (CEO of Solidarity HealthShare) shares something exciting and new offered by this cost-sharing ministry beginning Sept. 1st

   Teresa & Elisa Zepeda are your hostesses for a new program on Salt & Light Radio entitled FAITH & FEASTS - transforming ordinary activities into supernatural opportunities.  Transform your life into a joyful celebration of the Faith by observing the feasts of the Liturgical year.  In this edition, they discuss the Transfiguration of the Lord, celebrated on August 6th.

   With Mike busy at Vacation Bible School, Brian steps in to co-host with Alberto during this edition of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens.  The guys discuss "Positive Male Role Models" and how they influence our spiritual journeys.

     MAN CAVE - a local program heard the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month at 3:30pm.  Where Catholic Men share their faith stories and discuss issues affecting them in today’s culture.  In this episode, Pat King welcomes back Josh Dickson to share some the common struggles facing Catholic husbands and fathers.

   CATHOLIC IDAHO is a 1-hour radio magazine program on Salt & Light Radio.  In this edition, Fr. Vogel from St. Paul’s parish in Nampa discusses the Holy Trinity ... Fr. Mike St. Marie offers a “Five For the Faith” on the subject of joy … we chat with Kate Aravich & Alan Winkle with the Idaho Catholic Foundation … Tall Truth with Shelly Donahue ... and Brad Hahn from Solidarity HealthShare.

   One is the mother of a Catholic family…the other is a daughter IN that family!  Tuesdays at 3:30pm, Salt & Light Radio presents FAITH & FEASTS!  Teresa Zepeda and her daughter Elisa team up to provide ideas on how to turn ordinary activities into supernatural opportunities.  Transform your life into a joyful celebration of the Faith by observing the feasts of the Liturgical year.  Today, they talk about the upcoming feast of Saints Joachim & Anne, grandparents of Jesus.

     MADE FOR MORE is the Catholic Radio Show for Teens, heard Friday afternoons at 3:30 with your hosts - Alberto Jaramillo and Mike Abbondandolo.  This episode is called "Give Love" - from patching up family squabbles to witnessing Christ towards others to helping out with teen ministry ... our mission is to "Give Love" to those around us.

   "Mountaintop Experiences" is the theme of this episode of WALK ME HOME, hosted by Jake & Lindsay Dyson.

     In this episode of VOCATIONS FOCUS, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse sit down with three Secular Carmelites: Anthony White, Richard Mercer and Anita Wolbird.  

     On this episode of CATHOLIC IDAHO, Sunday's homily from Fr. Vogel at St. Paul’s parish in Nampa ... Fr. Mike St. Marie with another edition of “Five For the Faith” … Emily Naugle & Karen Simkins with their guests - Michelle Wonacott and her daughters: Kathleen, Lucy and Teresa, talking about American Heritage Girls … and Mary Latham from More Good - learn more about her incredible journey at www.MoreGoodToday.com.

   She’s the mother of a Catholic family … and SHE is a daughter in that same family!  Tuesdays at 3:30pm, Salt & Light Radio presents FAITH & FEASTS!  Teresa Zepeda and her daughter Elisa team up to provide ideas on how to turn ordinary activities into supernatural opportunities.  Transform your life into a joyful celebration of the Faith by observing the feasts of the Liturgical year.  FAITH & FEASTS - Tuesday afternoons at 3:30 - on Salt & Light Listener-Supported Catholic Radio!

"Ordinary Time"

   MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens - heard Fridays at 3:30pm on Salt & Light Radio.  In this episode, Mike shares some of the details of his recent trip to Seattle.  Alberto adds some reflections on the continued subject matter of "Authentic Friendship."

   Pat King, host of MAN CAVE, invites Kevin Miller onto the program.  Kevin hosts his own morning show on a commercial radio station and discusses how his Catholic faith plays a part in his daily on-air activities.

     Salt & Light Radio presents CATHOLIC IDAHO, Tuesdays at 6:00pm.  In this edition, Fr. Mike St. Marie provides “Five For the Faith” on the topic of Temptation.  Emily Naugle sits down with Rob & Gina Sower for another “Passionately Pro-Life.”  And we’ll wrap up the show with Chris Faddis - founder of Solidarity HealthShare.

The Power of Prayer - JAMES 5:13-20

     Mike & Alberto return for another edition of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens.  Based on some studies that took place at the recent Leadership Camp, your hosts focus on some key topics ... this week - Authentic Friendship.

   In this edition of WALK ME HOME, Jake & Lindsay discuss the topic - "Following Christ"  This show helps couples walk the path towards Heaven sharing stories from their own faith journey, heard the 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month on Salt & Light Catholic Radio.

   On this edition of VOCATIONS FOCUS, it's part 2 of our discussion with Alberto Jaramillo - seminarian from the Diocese of Boise talking about his first year at Mt. Angel and answering questions from the audience regarding his life in the seminary.

   Salt & Light Radio presents CATHOLIC IDAHO Tuesday nights at 6:00. On this episode,  Fr. Vogel from St. Paul’s parish in Nampa gives a homily from the Feast of St. John the Baptist.  Emily Naugle has a fascinating conversation with John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans on “Passionately Pro-Life.”  And we wrap up the show with Brad Hahn, CEO of Solidarity HealthShare.

"Warning to the Rich"  James 5:1-12

     Mike & Alberto are back in the studio for another episode of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens.  Based on some studies that took place at the recent Leadership Camp, your hosts focus on some key topics ... this week - Divine Intimacy.

   MAN CAVE is a local program heard at 3:30pm on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month.  On this show, Catholic Men share their faith stories and discuss issues affecting us in today’s culture.  In this episode, Pat King from OLV in Caldwell welcomes Josh Dickson to share his story of reversion.

"Warning Against Presumption"  James 4:7-17

   Mike & Alberto are back in the studio for a new episode of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic radio show for teens!  They have been out of town the past couple of weeks attending both the Leadership Camp and then Junior High Camp.  This show will discuss these summer events and why they are important for Catholic teens to attend and take part of.

   Jake & Lindsay Dyson host WALK ME HOME - a locally produced program on Salt & Light Radio.  This is show #7 and is entitled "God's Hand in Our Lives"

   On this episode of VOCATIONS FOCUS, Jim & Brian sit down with one of our newest seminarians, Alberto Jaramillo!  Alberto has had experience in youth ministry in both Idaho Falls and Boise.  Learn more about how he was called to the priesthood and thoughts of how the faith is learned in the family.

     CATHOLIC IDAHO is heard Tuesdays at 6:00pm on Salt & Light Radio. This episode features an April 29th homily from Fr. Tom Lankenau … 5 For the Faith with Fr. Mike St. Marie … Emily Naugle interviews Briana Leclaire & Peter Core from Boise Rescue Mission ... Brad Hahn - CEO of Solidarity Healthshare … and Tall Truth with Shelly Donahue. 

"Causes of Division" - James 4:1-6

   Welcome to REGISTER RADIO - a local program heard every other Thursday at 3:30pm on Salt & Light Radio.  Deacon Gene Fadness, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, is ready to take a closer look at the newest edition...hot off the press!

   Today in the MAN CAVE, Pat King hosts Rev. Bill Roscoe from Boise Rescue Mission to discuss all of the wonderful work they do in our community.

   Salt & Light Radio presents CATHOLIC IDAHO on Tuesday nights at 6:00.  We kick off this episode with Fr. Vogel at St. Paul’s parish in Nampa discussing Satan's true method of attack, and the importance of Catholics setting aside the spirit of division and working for unity.  Emily Naugle is back in the studio for another edition of “Passionately Pro-Life.”  And we chat once again with Brad Hahn - CEO of Solidarity HealthShare.

"Power of the Tongue"  James 3:1-18

   Rite of Ordination to the Order of Presbyter:  Nathan Dail and Joseph Lustig.  Rite of Ordination to the Order of Deacon: John Mosier.  Celebrated by Bishop Peter Christensen at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in Boise, ID.

   Welcome to this edition of VOCATIONS FOCUS - a local program heard at this time on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month - featuring priests, seminarians, deacons and women religious from the Diocese of Boise (and beyond), sharing with us their vocation stories.  This episode is Part 2 of our conversation with Fr. Bailey Clemens from St. Bernard parish in Jordan Valley, Oregon.

"Faith & Works"  James 2:14-26

   Mike & Alberto host this episode of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens!  Pulling from their respective knowledge of youth ministry over the years, these gentlemen have learned that consistency and continuity are crucial in creating the best teen programs for our parishes.

   Welcome to REGISTER RADIO - a local program heard every other Thursday at 3:30pm on Salt & Light Radio.  Deacon Gene Fadness, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, is ready to take a closer look at the newest edition...hot off the press!

"Sins of Partiality"  James 2:1-13

Mike & Alberto are back for another edition of MADE FOR MORE - the Catholic Radio Show for Teens.  What is the importance of youth ministry within our parishes?  Does it positively impact our Catholic teens, making them better people?  How can families reinforce at home those lessons learned at youth group or summer camp?

Guest:  Jake Ineck, Music Director for Holy Apostles, Meridian