Morning Light welcomes Jon Weis and Karen Simkins from the Legion of Mary, who participated in a Pilgrimage to North Idaho August 14-17.

     Morning Light welcomes back Grant Breidenbach, Marketing Director for St. Vincent de Paul of Southwest Idaho.

     Morning Light welcomes back Dcn. Gene Fadness, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, with the latest issue hot off the press!

     Morning Light welcomes back Ken Jercha today to discuss a little on the history of Catholic music - specifically, the song “Holy God, We Praise Thy Name."  Also, Ken talks about the new movie “Fatima” - and some Fatima celebrations we're looking forward to.

     Morning Light presents "Seminarian Spotlight" - today, Alberto Jaramillo talks with Dcn. Joshua Falce’ who is in his final year of study at Mt. Angel Seminary.

     Morning Light chats with Gina Schmidt about childhood obesity - how prevalent is it in the United States?   How is it defined?   Why should we all be concerned about this?

 https://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/bmi/calculator.html

 https://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpao/features/childhood-obesity/index.html

     From Stanton Healthcare, Morning Light welcomes Linda Thomas (Director of Community Outreach) and Angie Dwyer (Client Advocate) to discuss the recent surge in abortion-vulnerable and abortion-minded clients.

     Morning Light presents "The Best of Faith & Feasts" as we travel back to September of 2018 for Exaltation of the Holy Cross with Teresa & Elisa Zepeda.

     Morning Light presents “Man Cave” hosted by Pat King & Josh Dickson, continuing their series on the book “Immortal Combat” by Fr. Dwight Longendecker...today's topic: The Secret Son.

     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 we welcome Dr. Joe Lipetzky

     Morning Light welcomes back the Idaho Lay Dominicans   Today, we have Alanna Burg & Mike Turner

     Morning Light presents "Cooking With Scripture" - a weekly segment hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of Westside Drive In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary Parish in east Boise, providing you with the most delicious Bible study you’ll ever find on the radio!  

     Morning Light presents "Knights News" as J.A. Arroyo from the Knights of Columbus talks with special guest: Serge Garibay, Catholic BSU graduate about an apologetics podcast called Catholic Portal.

     To moderate today’s Catholic Book Club, Morning Light welcomes author & apologist Joe Heschmeyer, sharing his new book from Catholic Answers Press - “Pope Peter: Defending the Church's Most Distinctive Doctrine in a Time of Crisis.”

     Morning Light welcomes back Rebecca M. Carroll - The Coaching Educator - talking about 504 Plans.

     Morning Light talks with Jake Ineck, music director at Holy Apostles in Meridian, about two versions of the same song - "At the Name of Jesus."

     Today on "Vocations Focus," a pre-recorded interview as Jim Nourse talks with Brother Matthew from the Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, who were in our area mid-August.

     Morning Light welcomes back Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, to continue our discussion on a book called "Discipleship Parenting."

     Morning Light welcomes back attorney Chris Christensen with Catholic Charities of Idaho - to discuss the controversial topic and current state of DACA?

     Morning Light invites MaryLou Molitor to discuss some of the activity down at the Idaho Statehouse during the recent special session.

     Morning Light presents “Man Cave” - Pat King & Josh Dickson continue their series on the book “Immortal Combat” by Fr. Dwight Longendecker.

     "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, Pete Espil offers some "The Sooner the Better" parenting tips:  Praise good behavior and then don't respond or ignore bad behavior.  Set the expectation level.  And, model the behavior you want to see in your children.

     Morning Light welcomes back Mike Turner and Pamila Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans.

     "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 east Boise, it provides you with the most delicious Bible study you’ll ever find on the radio!  Today - red lentils and the story of Jacob & Esau.

     Morning Light welcomes back Dr. Scott French, Director of the Magis Center, continuing our series on Eucharistic Miracles and the Shroud of Turin - and how the Catholic Church can be a source of peace and healing during these difficult times.

     Morning Light welcomes Sue Drayton, Client Services Manager, and Alaina Duran, Clinic Manager, at PATH Pregnancy Clinic to share how their clinic is different in the wide array of services it provides.

     Morning Light talks with Fr. German Osario, pastor of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Mtn. Home, about his involvement in The Legion of Mary.

     Morning Light welcomes back Grant Briedenbach, Marketing Director for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho

     Dcn. Gene Fadness, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, joins Morning Light with the latest issue hot off the press.

     Morning Light welcomes back Catholic recording artist Jaime Thietten, talking about Kitty Cleveland's "Sound of Peace" project as we play Kitty's song "Now You Come to Me" inspired by the final words of Saint Pope John Paul II.

     Morning Light talks with Fr. Nathan Dail, Vocation Director of Discernment & Recruitment for the Diocese of Boise.

     Morning Light welcomes back Gina Schmidt with our Parish Nursing segment.  With the start of school in this unusual year, we’re talking about stress in children.  Do children experience stress in the same way as adults?  Tune in and find out!

     Morning Light is joined in studio by the Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise - Jay Wonacott!

     Morning Light's special guest, MaryLou Molitor, was called into work early at the Idaho Statehouse and was unable to chat with us.  So, Brian & Hope take a whack at sharing some political commentary on recent events, both state and nationwide.

     Morning Light presents “Man Cave” - a weekly segment hosted by Pat King & Josh Dickson, continuing their series on the book “Immortal Combat” by Fr. Dwight Longendecker.

     Monsignor John W. Morgan, a beloved priest who served the church in Idaho for more than 60 years, passed away peacefully on the morning of Sunday, Aug. 16, 2020.  Monsignor Morgan was born Oct. 22, 1932, in Pocatello to Weldon and Frances Morgan.

     This is a podcast of the funeral Mass recorded live from St. Mark's in Boise on Tuesday, August 25, 2020 with Bishop Peter Christensen, Fr. Ben Uhlenkott and Fr. Steve Rukavina.

     "Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we’ve assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental & physical health.  Today, we welcome to the rotation - Sean Burlile -a rehabilitation counselor with the local VA.

     Morning Light welcomes the Idaho Lay Dominicans - John Keenan & Alanna Burg - to today's show.

     Morning Light presents "Cooking With Scripture" - a weekly segment hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of Westside Drive In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary Parish in east Boise, providing you with the most delicious Bible study you’ll ever find on the radio!  

     Morning Light talks to Heather Khym & Sister Miriam, two of the keynote speakers for the upcoming Idaho Catholic Women’s Conference, being held virtually on Saturday, Sept. 19th.

     Morning Light welcomes back Melissa Hemphill from “Silent No  More” with the Shockwave for the month of August: praying for Abortion Providers. 

     Morning Light talks with Dr. Sarah Quilci, Superintendent of Idaho Catholic Schools, about the opening of our schools and the plans moving forward amid the current pandemic.

     Pam DiLucca joins Morning Light to moderate today’s Catholic Book Club, discussing the book "The Great Divorce" by C.S. Lewis - originally published in 1946.

     Morning Light welcomes back The Coaching Educator - Rebecca M. Carroll - here today to discuss the challenges of on-line learning during this time of pandemic.

     Morning Light welcomes Kris Foster from the St. Mark’s music ministry with today’s Sacred Music segment.  Today, we’ll discuss the difference between prayers that can be recited and those that should be sung.

     Morning Light presents "Vocations Focus" the first and third Thursday of the month.  Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse chat on the phone with Fr. Chase Hasenoehrl at St. Augustine’s on the campus of the University of Idaho in Moscow

     Jay Wonacott returns to Morning Light - he is the Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, wrapping up his series on the book “Be Devoted” by Bob Schutes.

     Morning Light introduces you to Patrick Barga, a new addition to the counseling staff at Catholic Charities of Idaho.

     Teresa Zepeda is taking a break - so Morning Light features a Best Of Faith & Feasts from August 21st of last year, discussing The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

     Morning Light presents "Man Cave” as Pat King & Josh Dickson continue their series on the book “Immortal Combat” by Fr. Dwight Longendecker.

     "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 Edwards from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, on the topic of "5 Ways to Live Your Faith."

     Morning Light welcomes back the Idaho Lay Dominicans   Today, via webcam, we have Pamila Jaszkowiak & Alanna Burg continuing the series on the 1937 encyclical written by Pope Pius XI on communism.

     "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 east Boise, providing you with the most delicious Bible study you’ll ever find on the radio!  Today is a BEST OF, taken from June 30th, talking about Caesar Salad as Chef prepares fresh dressing in-studio!

     Morning Light welcomes back Dr. Scott French, Director of the Magis Center, to talk about the power of the Eucharist, along with Eucharistic miracles and the science behind the Shroud of Turin.

     Morning Light welcomes Pastor Monte Sears and Robin Watters from Lifeline Pregnancy Care Center in Nampa.  Learn more about the Nesting Place Maternity Home and some upcoming events.

     Morning Light talks with Jackie Hopper, Director of Religious Education and Catechetical Leadership Office for the Diocese of Boise, about prayer, its different forms and how to pass that onto our youth.

Trent Horn from Catholic Answers Live

   Due to "Corona Correction Day," Morning Light offers a bonus hour of the program, talking with long-time supporter and newly appointed Station Manager - Diana Tetreault.

     Due to "Corona Correction Day," Morning Light offers a bonus hour of the program, talking with the President of Catholic Answers Live - Chris Check.

     Due to "Corona Correction Day," Morning Light offers a bonus hour of the program, talking once again with President of the Board for Salt & Light Catholic Radio - Keith Pettyjohn.

     Morning Light welcomes Jake Ineck, Music Director at Holy Apostles parish in Meridian

     Morning Light welcomes the President of the Board for Salt & Light Radio, Keith Pettyjohn.  “Corona Correction Day” - what is this all about and why do we need it?

    Morning Light welcomes Kevin Laughlin back to the show.  Kevin is a local spiritual director and was a regular guest last summer.  Today he’s here to discuss the topic of “Dreams” and their significance in scripture and the history of the saints.

     Jay Wonacott returns to Morning Light - he is the Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise - continuing his discussion on the book “Be Devoted” by Bob Schutes.

     "Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light.  Hosted by Teresa Zepeda, talking today about Faith and Food!  How food can transform our culture and the reasons Catholics celebrate feast days...with feasts!

     Morning Light presents “Man Cave” with Pat King & Josh Dickson, continuing their series on the book “Immortal Combat” by Fr. Dwight Longendecker.  So far, we've heard about 3-headed dogs, minotaurs and dragons - today it's Medusa and her sisters!

     Morning Light presents "Catholic Counseling" where we’ve assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  Today, Dr. Joe Lipetzky from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise talks about a new book written by Jesse Romero entitled "A Catholic Vote for Trump."

   Mike Turner & Pamila Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light for an important discussion on the church & politics.

     Morning Light presents "Cooking With Scripture" hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of Westside Drive In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary Parish in east Boise, providing you with the most delicious Bible study you’ll ever find on the radio!  Today's topic: wild oregano!

     Morning Light welcomes back Dr. Scott French, Director of the Magis Center, to discuss the ways in which the Shroud of Turin can scientifically prove the resurrection of Jesus.

     During the weekly pro-life segment of Morning Light, we play back the next video in a series from Fr. Frank Pavone of Priests For Life entitled “Abortion and the Tyrant State.”  Fr. Frank quotes extensively from St. Pope John Paul II's “The Gospel of Life.”  How can we be a democracy when we don’t even protect the essential right to life?

     Morning Light talks with Jackie Hopper, Director of Religious Education and Catechetical Leadership Office

     Morning Light talks with Brother Anthony Marie from St. Benedict Center in Still River, Massachusetts about three events taking place next week in the Eagle and Nampa areas.

     Today, Morning Light presents a continuation of the discussion on “Discipleship and Courageous Conversations: Approaching the Issue of Racism”  Joining us via webcam - Doug Alles, Executive Director of Catholic Charities of Idaho and Deacon Sal Carranza, Pastoral Ombudsman to the Hispanic Communities.  This is Part 2 of that conversation.

     "Vocations Focus" is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month during Morning Light - in this episode, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse chat with 3 seminarians from the Diocese of Boise

     Today, Morning Light presents a continuation of the discussion on “Discipleship and Courageous Conversations: Approaching the Issue of Racism”  Joining us via webcam - Doug Alles, Executive Director of Catholic Charities of Idaho and Deacon Sal Carranza, Pastoral Ombudsman to the Hispanic Communities.  This is Part 1 of that conversation.

     Jay Wonacott returns to Morning Light - he is the Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise.  He will continue his series on the book "Be Devoted" by Bob Schutes.

   "Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light, hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, get ready to learn about the Dedication of the Basilica of St. Mary Major.

     “Man Cave” is a weekly segment of Morning Light with Pat King & Josh Dickson, continuing their series on the book “Immortal Combat” by Fr. Dwight Longendecker

     Morning Light presents “CATHOLIC COUNSELING” - we’ve assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  Via webcam, Pete Espil continues his series on building resilience in our kids.

   Morning Light welcomes back the Idaho Lay Dominicans - John Keenan & Mike Turner

    "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 east Boise, providing you with the most delicious Bible study you’ll ever find on the radio!  <<BEST OF from November 12 - Topic: “Leeks”>>

   Morning Light presents a new monthly segment - "News From Nazareth” - with Susie Johnston, Director at Nazareth Retreat Center, sharing some upcoming events you may be interested in.

     Passionately Pro-Life advocate Emily Naugle joins Morning Light to discuss NFP (Natural Family Planning)

     Morning Light welcomes Dr. Glenn Arbery (President) and his wife Dr. Virginia Arbery (Professor) at Wyoming Catholic College.  The topic is classical education and the renewal of St. Paul’s Catholic School. 

   Morning Light chats with Cathie Larribeau, member of the Legion of Mary at St. Mark's parish in Boise.

Morning Lights welcomes back Grant Breidenbach - Marketing Director for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho.  Among the topics:  #1)  the wrapup on the Summerfest auction and car raffle.  See more on that here: https://svdpid.org/summerfest   #2) Changes to the food pantries to better serve our community.  #3) Finally, the unique but important role of the Back2Work program during this time of unemployment in our community.

   Morning Light welcomes back Rebecca M. Carroll - The Coaching Educator - to discuss how students can prepare for Engineering School.

     Morning Light welcomes back both Jaime Thietten AND Pete Espil as they share some exciting news on a new project they've been working on?

     Morning Light presents a bonus episode of Vocations Focus as we play back Part 2 of an interview that Jim Nourse recorded with Fr. Caleb Vogel - on what we as the laity can do to help promote vocations

     Morning Light presents our "Parish Nursing" segment with Gina Schmidt and a COVID update.  First off, we received a question from a listener regarding COVID and regular immunizations.   What is source control?  Pets and COVID?  Church concerns?

     Filling in for Jay Wonacott this morning, Morning Light welcomes back Dr. Daniel Meola, Co-Executive Director/Co-Founder of Life-Giving Wounds

     "Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, more tips on how to celebrate the Feast of St.  Ignatius of Loyola (July 31).

“Man Cave” - with Pat King (in-studio) & Josh Dickson (webcam), continuing their series on the book “Immortal Combat” by Fr. Dwight Longendecker

   “CATHOLIC COUNSELING” is a weekly segment of Morning Light, where we’ve assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  Via webcam, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we’re joined by Kathy Edwards on the topic of "Relationship Constancy."

Alanna Burg & Mike Turner from the Idaho Lay Dominicans