Bsp. Peter Christensen joins Morning Light in-studio today to share details on the new "I Shall Give Half" initiative designed to take the recent round of stimulus checks and give half to pro-life ministries.

     Day 32 of Morning Light's on-air Consecration to St. Joseph, following the book by Fr. Donald Calloway.  Today, “Protector of the Holy Church, Pray for Us.”  The Church needs the protection of St. Joseph.  The Church is being assaulted from not only those outside of it - Satan and the world - but also many of her own children inside of it.  In fact, St. Pope Paul VI made the claim in June of 1972 that “the smoke of Satan has entered the Church.”  The only way to clear the smoke and make the Church beautiful again is to repent and return to order.

     Morning Light presents "Vocations Focus" as Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse chat today with Mother Maria Catherine from the Parish Visitors of Mary Immaculate.

     Morning Light welcomes back Christina Valenzuela from Pearl & Thistle LLC and leader of the Body Literacy Courses - a series of virtual classes on NFP.

     Morning Light talks with Patrick Barga, a Licensed Professional Counselor with Catholic Charities of Idaho, about “Self-Care or Selfishness?”

     Morning Light presents Day #31 of our on-air Consecration to St. Joseph, following the book by Father Donald Calloway.  Today - “Terror of Demons, Pray for Us.”  We know that demons fear Jesus and Mary...but demons are also absolutely terrified of St. Joseph!  Why?  He is the spouse of the Immaculata and the father of Jesus Christ.  He is the gateway to Jesus and Mary.  Demons have plenty to be afraid of in the person of St. Joseph.

     "Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light with Teresa Zepeda.  Today - "Speaking of St. Joseph..." as she shares a variety of different traditions surrounding Friday's special day.

     "Man Cave" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and Josh Dickson.  With the theme of our Spring Pledge Drive being "Faith of Our Fathers" the guys talk about fatherhood (or lack thereof) and how it can affect our spiritual journeys.

     Morning Light talks with Kathy Edwards from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise.  St. Patrick’s Day began as a celebration of Saint Patrick bringing the gospel to Ireland. This holiday is a time for us to think about how we live and represent the gospel in our own lives.  

     Morning Light presents Day 30 of our on-air Consecration to St. Joseph, following the book by Fr. Donald Calloway.  Today, “Patron of the Dying, Pray for Us.”  St. Joseph died a holy and happy death - gazing upon Jesus and resting in the arms of Mary.  What greater death could a person experience?  God has designated St. Joseph as the Patron of the Dying because He wants us to also experience a happy and holy death.  We need the intercession of our spiritual father to fortify us, protect us and fill us with trust in God’s love and mercy.

     Morning Light talks with Keith Pettyjohn, President of the Board for Salt & Light Catholic Radio, on the opening day of our Spring Pledge Drive.

     "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.  St. Patrick's Day comes early as Chef prepares corned beef & cabbage for us!

     What is science?  Can it be trusted?  Morning Light talks today with Dr. Scott French from The Magis Center about that very topic.  www.MagisCenter.com

     Morning Light presents Day 29 of our on-air Consecration to St. Joseph, following the book by Fr. Donald Calloway.  Today, “Hope of the Sick, Pray for Us.”  St. Joseph offers hope in times of sickness.  If you or someone you know is sick, go to St. Joseph.  Jesus wants you to go to your spiritual father and ask him for help and healing.  It’s up to God whether or not a physical healing will be given but it doesn’t hurt to ask.  Whether you experience healing or not, St. Joseph always offers hope for an illness-free life in heaven

     During our weekly pro-life segment, Morning Light welcomes Vice Principal Stephany Herrera and Bishop Kelly Junior, Nicole Graefe from “Knights for Life” to talk about BK's pro-life club, it's mission and some of it's recent accomplishments.

     While many of us may be preparing for Wednesday's celebration, Jackie Hopper tells Morning Light listeners to focus on Friday's Saint during this Year of St. Joseph.

     During this Year of St. Joseph, Morning Light will focus on different aspects of this silent saint.  Today, we are happy to talk to Tammy Emerich, Principal of St. Joseph’s Catholic School in Boise, sharing the ways her school will be celebrating its namesake during this special year.

     Morning Light presents Day #28 of our on-air Consecration to St. Joseph, following the book by Fr. Donald Calloway.  Today, “Comfort of the Afflicted, Pray for Us.”  As we know, the Church has 7 Spiritual Works of Mercy and 7 Corporal Works of Mercy.  These works of mercy help us to be devout followers of Jesus Christ by serving others.  We will all experience misery, suffering and tears in this life - isn’t it good to know we have someone to turn to for comfort and solace in those difficult times?

     Morning Light welcomes back Emily Woodham to moderate Catholic Book Club, discussing the 1960 book "The Four Loves" by C.S. Lewis

     Deacon Gene Fadness, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, joins Morning Light to discuss the latest issue hot off the press.

"Let Our Glory Be the Cross" - Jake Ineck

     Morning Light presents Day 27 of our on-air Consecration to St. Joseph, following the book by Fr. Donald Calloway.  Today, “Pillar of Families, Pray for Us.”  Jesus, Mary and Joseph love families - their 3 hearts are very concerned about what is happening to families today.  Modern man has distanced himself from God in an attempt to re-define what it means to be a family.  God established the family to be a school of love - something beautiful, delightful and life-giving. 

     Morning Light presents "Seminarian Spotlight" with Alberto Jaramillo, talking today to first-year seminarian Zack MacKeller about his experiences and the external forces that caused him to consider the priesthood.

     Morning Light welcomes back Gina Schmidt with her parish nursing segment.  This week - National Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week.  Due to an internet outage, our interview was cut short but you can learn more at her "Health Byte":

What is Pulmonary Rehab? :: Live Better

http://www.livebetter.org/pulmonary-rehab/what-is-pulmonary-rehab

     Morning Light welcomes back local author Eddie Trask to talk about his new project - Catholic Re.Con.   This is a YouTube channel featuring interviews with area Reverts and Converts (thus the name)

     Morning Light presents Day #26 of our on-air 33-day Consecration to St. Joseph, following the book by Father Donald Calloway.  Today - “Guardian of Virgins, Pray for Us.”  A virgin himself, St. Joseph knows firsthand the intimacy that a virgin is capable of having with God.  Virginity is a treasure - a treasure that St. Joseph guards and wants others to know about.

     "The Table of St. Joseph" is discussed by Teresa Zepeda today during the Faith & Feasts segment of Morning Light.

     "Man Cave" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King & Josh Dickson, discussing topics that affect Catholic men in today's culture.

     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.

     Day 25 of Morning Light's on-air Consecration to St. Joseph, following the book by Fr. Donald Calloway.  Today, “Glory of Domestic Life, Pray for Us.”  St. Joseph wants to bless your home.  If you lovingly welcome him into your home, invoke his intercession and honor him in pious devotions he will greatly bless your domestic life.  Wherever St. Joseph is present, Jesus and Mary are present as well.  St. Joseph wants to be in your home and present in your family life.

     Morning Light welcomes the Idaho Lay Dominicans back to the St. Gabriel Studio.  Today, Josh Andrus and Alanna Burg discuss Chapter 8 of the Book of Romans.

     "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 Boise.  Learn how the popular appetizers of pork & seeds and hummus tie in with today's Bible lesson!

     Morning Light welcomes back Director of the Magis Center - Doctor Scott French.  As we approach the Easter season, Dr. French discusses two forms of proof for Christ's resurrection - the Shroud and the Eucharist.

     Morning Light presents Day 24 of our on-air Consecration to St. Joseph, following the book by Fr. Donald Calloway.  Today, “Model of Workmen, Pray for Us.”  Lucifer hates work which is why he initiated his attack on the human family in the workplace - the garden God gave Adam & Eve to tend.  Jesus did manual labor for many years before beginning his public ministry.  Why?  Because he wanted to sanctify work and teach us that it's honorable and pleasing to God.  This doesn’t mean we should become work-aholoics - there must always be time for recreation, rest and worship.

     Morning Light welcomes back Melissa Hemphill from Silent No More with March’s Shockwave: "Healing the Grandparents."

     Morning Light talks with Jackie Hopper this week about 3 steps to the daily examine.

     During this Year of St. Joseph, Morning Light will focus on different aspects of this silent saint.  Josh Dickson ("Man Cave") joins us in-studio today to discuss being a step-father - what it looks like now and what it may have looked like in Jesus' time.   

     Morning Light presents Day 23 of our on-air Consecration to St. Joseph, following the book by Fr. Donald Calloway.  Today, “Lover of Poverty, Pray for Us.”  St. Joseph was unpretentious in the eyes of the world.  He had no worldly ambition or desire for recognition.  When they returned to Nazareth, the Holy Family lived for almost 30 years in a house that was simple and small.  The person who is detached from material things is truly blessed in spirit and rich in the sight of God which explains why Joseph is called “Lover of Poverty.”

     Morning Light visits with Ralph May, Executive Director of St. Vincent de Paul Southwest Idaho, on several exciting things taking place in the Treasure Valley.

     Morning Light chats with The Coaching Educator - Rebecca M. Carroll - about the art of transferring.  If you attend a community college then transfer to state university - how many of your credits will carry over?  Other scenarios are also discussed.

     Morning Light welcomes back Ken Jercha for our weekly Sacred Music segment, talking about music during the Lenten season.

     Morning Light presents Day 22 of our on-air Consecration to St. Joseph, following the book by Fr. Donald Calloway.  Today, “Mirror of Patience, Pray for Us.”  Patience is a virtue that many people find hard to practice.  Remaining peaceful and calm can be very challenging when you find yourself in a situation that’s completely out of your control.  In modern times, technology has put just about everything at our fingertips - making it even more difficult to practice patience.  If you want to be like St. Joseph, however, you must learn patience. 

     Morning Light presents "Vocations Focus" the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month.  Today, Jim Nourse interviews a Deacon couple for the first time on this segment - Dcn. Derrick & Patti O'Neill from St. John's Cathedral.  

     Morning Light welcomes back Gina Schmidt, talking today about Multiple Sclerosis.  Our Health Byte for this segment can be found at: http://www.nationalmssociety.org/    What is MS? Are there risk factors?  What are the most common symptoms? Is there a Patron Saint?

     Morning Light welcomes back Doug Alles, Executive Director of Catholic Charities of Idaho, talking about the season of Lent and how it can help us recover and rebuild community life.

     Morning Light presents Day #21 of our 33-day Consecration to St. Joseph, following the book by Father Donald Calloway.  Today - “Joseph Most Faithful, Pray for Us.”  Venerable Fulton Sheen spoke of three rings in marriage:  the engagement ring, the wedding ring...and the suffering.  For marriage to work, mutual love, sacrifice and faithfulness are necessary.  A Christian’s relationship with God is a spiritual marriage and requires those things as well.  St. Joseph was always faithful to his wife and to God.

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, we celebrate the feast of St. Katharine Drexel, who gave up her fortune to establish schools for African-Americans and Native Americans (including Xavier University in New Orleans)

     "Man Cave" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and Josh Dickson.  Today's topic - "Cornerstone" - who or what is the cornerstone of your life?  When things start to crumble, better hope you've put your faith in the right things!

     "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 Alliance Family Services in Twin Falls, we welcome the ultimate morning person - Pete Espil!

     Morning Light presents Day 20 of our on-air Consecration to St. Joseph, following the book by Fr. Donald Calloway.  Today, “Joseph Most Obedient, Pray for Us.”  St. Joseph is a model of obedience.  Obedience requires trust.  Lack of trust on the part of our first parents, Adam & Eve, is what caused mankind to fall into sin.  Our new parents, Mary & Joseph, trusted God and were willing to suffer for their obedience to God.  They were certain that God had their best interests in mind.  Everyone needs to be obedient to both natural and divine law and of course everyone should also trust and obey God.