Morning Light welcomes back Cathryn Gardner, Music Minister at Our Lady of the Rosary parish.  She shares 3 Christmas Carols with us today (YouTube videos below to enjoy the entire songs) 

     Morning Light enjoys it's monthly conversation with Fr. Nathan Dail, Vocations Director for the Diocese of Boise.  Father discusses his memorable moments of this year and shares some things coming up in 2022.  And, he shares his favorite Christmas movie.

     Morning Light chats with Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, about our favorite family Christmas movies.

     Morning Light talks with Nelson Cintra, seminarian for the Diocese of Boise, who's enjoying Christmas break from Mt. Angel Seminary.

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, she shares ways to celebrate Christmas Eve and perhaps introduce new traditions to your family.

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Eddie Trask & Pat King (who celebrated his 60th birthday yesterday!)  Today, they continue to look through "The Catholic Gentleman" - a book by Sam Guzman.

     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 talks about how Christmas is a little bit more - a lesson that The Grinch learns at the end of the 1966 animated classic.

     Morning Light talks with David Charnock & Mike Turner from the Idaho Lay Dominicans about the Sacrament of Confirmation.

     Seminarian Tim Segert is home for holiday break and joins Morning Light to talk over a myriad of different topics in regards to his vocations story.

 Morning Light welcomes to the St. Gabriel studio one of the keynote speakers for the upcoming Idaho Catholic Men’s Conference - Dcn. Adam Curtis!

Morning Light welcomes Melissa Hemphill from Silent No More with the Shockwave for the month of December - “Healing Comes From Our Savior.”

Morning Light welcomes Dcn. Robert Barros-Bailey, aka Deacon Bob, aka Deacon Triple-B, as he talks about his position and ministry in the diocese.

     Priscilla's Porch is a new weekly segment of Morning Light, hosted by Bizzy Schorr.  Today, "What is the Forgotten Darkness?"  How does our view about darkness connect to our journey through Advent and the final theme of Peace?

     Morning Light welcomes Allan Smith to moderate today’s Catholic Book Club, talking about the late Archbishop Fulton Sheen‘s Book of Sacraments. Learn more at:   www.sophiainstitute.com/author/archbishop-fulton-j-sheen

     Morning Light presents "Register Radio" as we talk with Dcn. Gene Fadness, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, about the latest issue hot off the press!

     Morning Light talks with Kris Foster, Music Director for St. Mark’s Catholic Community, about the Advent O Antiphons and shares a haunting version of "O Come, O Come Emmanuel."

     Vocations Focus is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month on Morning Light.  Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse share Part 2 of their interview with the Rector of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist - Fr. Mariusz Majewski.

     Morning Light presents our "parish nursing" segment - filling in for Gina Schmidt today, Joan Carnosso joins us via webcam, talking about the resiliency of our elderly during the holidays.

     "The Catholic Attic" is a monthly chat with Fr. Justin Brady as the Morning Light team helps blow the dust off the trinkets and treasures of our faith.  Today, Fr. Brady discusses the season of Christmas.

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, she talks about "the Silence of Advent."

     "Man Cave" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and Eddie Trask.  As they continue their look at the book by Sam Guzman - The Catholic Gentleman - they discuss the chapters on "Authentic Manhood" and "A Gentleman's Style."

     "Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light.  Today, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Dr. Joe Lipetzky - talking about "waiting" during this season of Advent.

     The Idaho Lay Dominicans kick off a Terrific Tuesday edition of Morning Light.  Today, Alanna Burg and Pamila Jaskowiak talk about the necessity of baptism

     Morning Light presents another "Best of Cooking With Scripture" as we go back to Dec. 29, 2020 as Chef Lou Aaron talked about millet & seeds

Welcome to the very first episode of the S.A.L.T Podcast! In this episode, we talked with Gabrielle Baines, an ex-Chaldean nun, as she talks to us about her faith journey, as well as a little bit about the Chaldean spirituality. 

Morning Light welcomes back Fr. Greg Vance, Chaplain at Bishop Kelly High School, as he brings us Episode #7 - “Conclusion”

Morning Light welcomes Paul Ford, an MD  who was very busy in the pro-life medical world in California a few years back. He joins us to give a couple thoughts on the current status of the pro-life movement and what is happening regarding "Roe v Wade."

Morning Light welcomes back Mark Raper, Chancellor for the Diocese of Boise. During the conversation, he talks to us about how Canon Law is different from the law we follow as citizens. 

     "Priscilla's Porch" is a new weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Bizzy Schorr.  Today's topic - Gaudete Sunday.  No need to panic just because Christmas is 2 weeks away.  Instead, we should REJOICE!  Tune in and find out why...

     Morning Light welcomes back Mareesa Rule, Marketing & Communications Manager for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, with updates on Avenues for Hope and the Christmas Toy Store.

     Morning Light talks with Rebecca M. Carroll - The Coaching Educator - about filling out the FAFSA.  To learn more or to get a free consultation with Rebecca...visit her website: www.TheCoachingEducator.com

     Jake Ineck, Music Director at Holy Apostles in Meridian, joins Morning Light to share information on how feasts and solemnities affect the liturgical music you hear at Mass.

Alberto Jaramillo couldn’t be with Morning Light today for "Seminarian Spotlight."  So, we present a Best Of segment from Nov. 11th featuring Nathan Ribb who is studying at Bsp. White Seminary in Spokane.

     Morning Light chats with Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, with some updates on future events and further discussion from the book "Endgame."

     Morning Light chats with Chris Christensen from Christensen Legal, who works as a contractor to Catholic Charities of Idaho, providing courtroom legal support and process auditing.  Today, Chris will discuss the new COVID vaccination requirements from USCIS and the impact to those applying for status. 

     "Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, she shares tips on how to celebrate the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

   "Man Cave" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and Eddie Trask.  Today, they continue their look into "The Catholic Gentleman" a book by Sam Guzman.  The topic of discussion today is "Fathers and Sons."

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     Morning Light presents Catholic Counseling - today, hosted by Kathy Edwards talking about how to "let it go."  What grudges are you holding right now?  What resentments do you not need to carry into the New Year?  What would your life look like if you could lay down the burden of past hurts?     

     Morning Light welcomes back the Idaho Lay Dominicans.  Today, Alanna Burg & David Charnock continue the conversation on the Sacrament of Baptism and the book "The Fathers Know Best" by Jimmy Akin.

     Morning Light presents another Best of "Cooking With Scripture" with Chef Lou Aaron.  Today's segment is from Jan. 26, 2021 talking about castor beans and Jonah.

     Morning Light presents Tolkien Talk with  Fr. Greg Vance, Chaplain at Bishop Kelly High School.  This is Episode #6 entitled “Dwarves and Dragons.”

     Passionately Pro-Life advocate, Emily Naugle, stops by Morning Light to share her reflections on the Supreme Court activity last week in the Dobbs vs. Jackson case.

     As we "Peek Inside the Pastoral Center"...Morning Light chats with Veronica Childers and Dcn. Sal Carannza from the Diocese of Boise about an upcoming training program aimed at youth ministers and school staff to recognize risky behavior and other signs of teen suicide or self-harm.

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

     Priscilla's Porch is a new weekly segment of Morning Light, hosted by Bizzy Schorr.  Today, she tackles the subject of "hospitality" during this season of holiday parties and get-togethers.

     Morning Light talks to Johnny Horn, one of the co-founders of the Idaho Catholic Men's Conference, about this year's event coming to St. Paul's parish on January 29, 2022.

     Morning Light presents "Catholic Book Club" with Emily Woodham moderating today's book - Light From Light by Bishop Robert Barron.

     Morning Light presents the weekly "sacred music" segment, hosted this week by Ken Jercha.  Today, Ken talks about Advent music and shares a different version of a seasonal classic.

     Vocations Focus is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday as part of Morning Light.  Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse share an interview they recorded recently with Fr. Mariusz, Rector of St. John’s Cathedral.

     This segment of Parish Nursing on Morning Light is brought to you by Saint Alphonsus....Our Calling Is You.  This is a Best of segment from Gina Schmidt was taken from Nov. 5th, 2020 on “C-O-P-D.”

     The 2022 Idaho Catholic Men's Conference is coming to St. Paul's in Nampa on January 29th.  For more information and to register, please visit www.IdahoCatholicMen.org

     The name of the segment is Faith & Feasts...not Faith & FASTS, right??  Well, today on Morning Light, Teresa Zepeda talks about an Advent fast (before we begin the Christmas feasts!)

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and Eddie Trask.  Today, they delve deeper into the book - The Catholic Gentleman by Sam Guzman.  Visit the website for a variety of items perfect for the Catholic Gentleman in your life!

https://store.catholicgentleman.com/products/the-catholic-gentleman-living-authentic-manhood-today

From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Morning Light welcomes back Dr. Joe Lipetzky to continue our look at the book “Parenting With Grace” by Dr. Greg & Lisa Popcak.

     Pamila Jaszkowiak & Mike Turner of the Idaho Lay Dominicans stop by Morning Light to talk about the book "The Father's Know Best" by Jimmy Akin and discuss the Sacrament of Baptism.

    This is a BEST of "Cooking With Scripture on Morning Light - from December of 2019, talking about SALT.

   Morning Light welcomes back Fr. Greg Vance, Chaplain at Bishop Kelly High School, as he brings us Episode #5 of Tolkien Talk - “The Creatures of Middle Earth - part 2.”

     Morning Light talks with John Keenan and Anita Moore about Wednesday's Supreme Court hearing - Dobbs v. Jackson - the most important abortion case since Roe!

   Morning Light welcomes Mark Raper, Chancellor for the Diocese of Boise…

     Morning Light talks with Cynthia Sibrian, Immigration Program Manager for Catholic Charities of Idaho, sharing a couple of success stories from the Immigration Program.

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  As we prepare for a new liturgical year, and a new cycle of Gospels, Teresa prepares us with a quiz on Saint Luke.

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and Eddie Trask.  Today, the Cave Men introduce a new book - The Catholic Gentleman by Sam Guzman.  Visit the website for a variety of items perfect for the Catholic Gentleman in your life!

https://store.catholicgentleman.com/products/the-catholic-gentleman-living-authentic-manhood-today

     Kathy Edwards provides today's Catholic Counseling on Morning Light, discussing how to build resiliency in our children.

     Morning Light welcomes back the Idaho Lay Dominicans.  Today, David Charnock interviews Mike Turner about his recent time spent in Poland.

     Cooking With Scripture is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron.  Today, another Best Of episode - this one from Dec. 1, 2020 talking about curds & whey (and honey)

     Morning Light welcomes back Fr. Greg Vance, Chaplain at Bishop Kelly High School, as he brings us Episode #4 of "Tolkien Talk" - “The Creatures of Middle Earth?” 

     Morning Light welcomes Ambassador Michele Bowe, president of the Holy Family Hospital Foundation and the Order of Malta’s ambassador to Palestine, as she discusses the Babies in Bethlehem Program.

     Morning Light welcomes back Jackie Hopper, as she talks about the family, Thanksgiving, ritual, and the importance of community.

     "Priscilla's Porch" is a new weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Bizzy Schorr - who shares FOUR events coming up in her life - a pair of birthdays, Thanksgiving and preparing for Advent.  

     Morning Light talks with Megan Humkey, moderator for this morning's Catholic Book Club, sharing the Evangelion Catholic Children's Mass Books that she has created.

    Morning Light talks with Dcn. Gene Fadness, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, shares the latest edition hot off the press.

     Morning Light presents our weekly Sacred Music segment, hosted this week by Kris Foster, music director of St. Mark’s music ministry, and special guest Dan Loeshke … talking about Vespers (Evening Prayer) which will be held at 7:30pm on December 1st.

     Morning Light presents "Vocations Focus" on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month.  Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse chat with  a former St. John's Cathedral member.  She is now known as Sister Maria Juan from the Sisters of Mercy of Alma, Michigan (although she is stationed in Knoxville, TN)

     Morning Light welcomes back Gina Schmidt with our Parish Nursing segment, talking today about: “Anti-inflammatory Diets”  

Health Byte:

https://www.everydayhealth.com/diet-nutrition/diet/anti-inflammatory-diet-benefits-food-list-tips/

What is an anti-inflammatory diet?  What are some of the potential health benefits? What foods should be avoided? Is there a Patron Saint? 

     Morning Light presents "Catholic Attic" with Fr. Justin Brady as we discuss the season of Advent.  What is it exactly?  How should we celebrate and prepare?  Tune in and find out!

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light - today, Teresa Zepeda focuses on the feast of Saint Andrew which we will celebrate on November 30th.

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Eddie Trask and Pat King.  Today, they talk about Advent and what we as Catholic men can do to focus our families on the religious aspects rather than the commercial side.

     Morning Light brings you Catholic Counseling - today, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Dr. Joe Lipetzky as we continue our look at the book “Parenting With Grace” by Dr. Greg & Lisa Popcak.

     Morning Light welcomes David Charnock & Pamila Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans, talking about St. Albert the Great.

     This is a BEST of "Cooking With Scripture" from November 19, 2019 on the subject of honey.

     Morning Light presents Episode 3 of Tolkien Talk with our guide through Middle Earth - Fr. Greg Vance, SJ - Chaplain at Bishop Kelly High School.  Today's chapter focuses on creation.

     Morning Light interviews Mark Guerry from Immaculate Conception parish in Buhl.  Mark shares more about his experiences with foster families and adoption of the many Idaho children in need of a loving home.

     Morning Light catches up with Christian Welp from the Idaho Catholic Network to discuss things going on around our Diocese.

     Morning Light visits with Mareesa Rule, Marketing & Communications Manager for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, about all of the exciting upcoming holiday events.  Get the info at www.svdpid.org 

     Morning Light talks with Rebecca M. Carroll - The Coaching Educator - about things that high school juniors should be focusing on.

     During our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, Morning Light chats with Jake Ineck, Music Director at Holy Apostles parish in Meridian, about Nov. 21st (Our Lord, Jesus Christ, King of the Universe) with his original take on Psalm 93 - "The Lord is King."

     Morning Light presents "Seminarian Spotlight" as Alberto Jaramillo talks with new seminarian Nathan Ribb who is currently studying at Bishop White in Spokane.

     Morning Light talks with Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, about a variety of different topics and also spotlights a chapter of the book "Endgame."

     Morning Light talks with Wendy Lahmon - Program Director of the Pathways to Progress Social Services, focusing on Case Management services offered by Catholic Charities of Idaho. 

     Morning Light presents Faith & Feasts, a weekly segment hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, Teresa walks us through the rest of the feast days during the month of November.

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Eddie Trask & Pat King.  Today, they continue looking at The Catholic Manbook - a handbook to achieving manly Sainthood.

     Morning Light presents Catholic Counseling - today,  from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Kathy Edwards, talking today about “Resilience”

     Morning Light welcomes back Alanna Burg & Pamila Jaskowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans to kick off a new series on the Sacraments.

     As Chef Lou continues to heal (keep praying!) Morning Light brings you a Best of Cooking With Scripture from August of this year talking about cucumber.

     Fr. Greg Vance, Chaplain at Bishop Kelly High School, brings us Episode #2 of Tolkien Talk - a short series on Morning Light.

     Morning Light welcomes back Melissa Hemphill from Silent No More with the Shockwave for the month of November: Healing the Pro-Life Community.

     Morning Light talks with Christian Welp from the Diocese of Boise about some things Catholic voters should be aware of in the upcoming 2022 legislative session.

Pocatello - 28

Bishop Kelly - 17

   Morning Light brings you a new segment - "Priscilla's Porch" hosted by Bizzy Schorr.