Grand Knight for the Holy Spirit Council at Holy Apostles parish in Meridian, Dave Cereghino, joins Morning Light to share his journey through the Knights - from first joining in 2016 to his first leadership roles to his current responsibilities as Grand Knight.  Catholic men - join the Knights of Columbus at  www.KofC.org/join 

     For our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, Morning Light welcomes back Cathryn Gardner, music minister for Our Lady of the Rosary parish in east Boise.  Today, she shares "shepherd music" with us - 2 classical and 2 contemporary. 

He Shall Feed His Flock - Handel's Messiah  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TmHwRCDk7b0

Symphony No. 6 "Pastoral" V. Shepherd's Hymn by Ludwig van Beethoven

     Morning Light talks with Nathan Ribb who is serving the St. Nicholas community in Rupert this summer.  He has had a very busy summer since classes ended in mid-May!  Tune in for this conversation with one of our great seminarians for the Diocese of Boise.

     Morning Light welcomes back Cathleen Booth, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who has a private practice in Boise.  She joins us today to talk about a new organization called the Association of Idaho Catholic Mental Health Professionals. 

     This is a "best of" segment of Morning Light as we share an encore of our interview with area rancher Chuck Baines from July 5th during The Bountiful Harvest.

     Teresa Zepeda could not join us today so Morning Light tries to fill her shoes as we look at the liturgical calendar for the upcoming week. Blessed Solanus Casey, St. Ignatius, St. Alphonsus and of course Saints Anne and Joachim are some of the feast days we cover in today's segment.  Brian & Trinity also share stories of their grandparents.

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and Eddie Trask.  Today, they continue their journey through the C.S. Lewis classic…”Mere Christianity” with Book 2, Chapter 3.

     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 St. Mark’s Catholic School in Boise, Sarah Lynch joins us in-studio to talk about transitioning your kids from summer into back to school mode.

     Morning Light welcomes Pamilia Jaszkowiak and Leslie Jercha  from the Idaho Lay Dominicans, continuing the current series on devotions…today, discussing the Miraculous Medals.

     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. Chef is on vacation on the east coast and shares stories of his recent trips to an Amish community and to a fort with walls that are 12-feet thick!  

     Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors at The Magis Center, joins Morning Light today to continue our discussion on modern Eucharistic Miracles. 

     This is NFP Awareness Week and Morning Light talks with Dr. Angela Lanfranchi about the Progestin only pill norgestrel Opill - the only pill sold over-the-counter.  What’s the failure rate? What are the health risks?  Tune in and find out!

     Morning Light introduces you to our next Parish of the Week - St. Anne's Station in Arco.  To share more about the parish and the area, we talk with Fr. John Mosier - St. Anne's is one of SIX Catholic communities that he oversees.  Keep Father in your prayers for safe travels!

     Priscilla's Porch is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Bizzy Schorr.  Today, she shares her personal challenges from being neurodivergent.

     Kacy Elguezabal, Marketing Manager from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, joins Morning Light to give us updates on: the next two food for funds events coming up, plus the need for volunteers at the Food Pantry on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. And don't forget to follow their podcast!  www.svdpid.org for details.

     Morning Light talks with Kevin O’Brien - Vice President of the Catholic Men's Leadership Alliance.  Kevin is a former Pro-football player, co-founder of the Men of Christ, Unite our Nation, and Virtue Baseball. Kevin is an energetic gifted speaker and will be the keynote speaker for the upcoming Charcoal Event for the 2024 Idaho Catholic Men’s Conference - Saturday, September 30th at St. Mark's Donoghue Hall in Boise.  Register on our website:  www.SaltandLightRadio.com 

     This Saturday in Twin Falls, a very special premiere of the movie "Christine's Wager" featuring local talent Jaime Thietten-Espil.  Jaime & her husband Pete are using this unique red carpet event as a fundraiser for their ministry - Sacred Heart Ranch of Idaho.  Learn more at: https://sacredheartranch.org/tickets 

     Vocations Focus is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month during Morning Light.  Today's "focus" is on religious orders as Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse introduce us to the PIME Fathers and Brothers.

     Morning Light welcomes back Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, continuing his series on the paragraphs in the Catechism pertaining to marriage.  Today, CCC 1621 on the "Celebration of Marriage."

     Morning Light welcomes back Kevin Ryan to our Bountiful Harvest segment.  Today, Kevin talks about mushrooms - what is the difference between edible, medicinal, and poisonous mushrooms?  What are some of the medicinal properties of mushrooms?  What are some local mushroom resources?  Tune in and find out!

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King and Eddie Trask.  Today, Book 2 - Chapter 1 of "Mere Christianity" by C.S. Lewis.

     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. Joe Lipetzky, teaching us about "Order" from the book Character Building by David Isaacs.

     Pamila Jaszkowiak and Alanna Burg from the Idaho Lay Dominicans  join Morning Light to talk about devotions and liturgical prayers, specifically today The Little Office of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

     "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.  Today, we enjoy a tasty plate of hearty barley while Chef goes over the Parable of the Sower.

     Morning Light welcomes back the Executive Director of Mission at St. Augustine’s at the University of Idaho, and author of the book “The Catholic Company Man”- Eric Meyer!  Today, Chapter 11 - “Men’s Room Confession” which makes a comparison of the body removing waste and that of eliminating our sins through confession.

     Jill Seberger from Breezy Breastfeeding joins Morning Light for our weekly Passionately Pro-Life segment.  Jill tells us about her thoughts on babies in the womb, natural family planning and how she trusted in God’s plan for fertility grow.  She also shares a personal story that changed her view on being pro-life?

     Morning Light presents our Parish of the Week - St. Bridget’s Station in Bruneau.  Brian & Hope have a delightful chat with long-time member of that parish - Tammy Miller!

     Bizzy Schorr returns to Morning Light with her weekly segment - "Priscilla's Porch" talking today about marriage.

   Here to moderate today’s Catholic Book Club…Morning Light welcomes back Catholic father of ten, clinical psychologist, author, professional speaker, and national EWTN radio & television host - Dr. Ray Guarendi - talking about his book Simple Steps to a Stronger Marriage.  

Purchase  at: www.SophiaInstitute.com/product/simple-steps-to-a-stronger-marriage 

     Bruce DeVino, District Deputy for the Idaho Knights of Columbus, joins Morning Light to continue our series on “Into the Breach” focusing today on Brotherhood.  Learn more about the Knights at:  www.KofC.org   To watch the video series on YouTube:  www.kofc.org/en/campaigns/into-the-breach.html 

     The Catholic Attic is our monthly catechesis lesson courtesy of Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  Today, he joins Morning Light to talk about "The Saints."  Why are they important to the Catholic faith?  Is it okay to talk them or are we "worshiping" them in some way?  The more you listen, the more you learn!

     Morning Light visits with Alberto Jaramillo, Coordinator of Campus Ministry at Boise State University, about the challenges of young adults launching from Bronco Catholic to a parish of their own once they graduate college.

     Morning Light wraps up our series with Dr. Ryan Hanning, talking today about Virtuous Leadership. How can businesses still get the job done while developing and cultivating the people they lead? Can Catholic business owners ethically compete in today's culture?  Dr. Hanning provides some answers!

     Morning Light was blessed to talk with Extension Educator, Master Gardener, Master Naturalist, etc. - Kevin Laughlin - during our Bountiful Harvest segment today!  Is Idaho a good place to grow berries and grapes? Tune in and find out which are best.  And, for more information:  https://www.uidaho.edu/extension/publications/crop/berries-grapes

     Teresa Zepeda joins Morning Light for our weekly Faith & Feasts segment.  Today, we begin by looking at the liturgical calendar for the upcoming week.  Then, we pick up from last week’s conversation on the Brown Scapular as we anticipate the feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel this Sunday.

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light.  Today, Pat King continues the journey through the C.S. Lewis classic - "Mere Christianity."

     From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Morning Light welcomes back Kathy Edwards…talking about how we form habits, why habits exist, and how we can change habits over time

     John Keenan and Anita Moore from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to talk about the anniversary of the Dobbs decision.

     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 in east Boise.  Today's lesson is about olives!

     Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors at The Magis Center, joins Morning Light today to continue our discussion on modern Eucharistic Miracles. 

     Morning Light talks with Ben Brown (President) and Miriam Ware (Secretary) about the Treasure Valley Teens 4 Life group and their plans for the upcoming year.  Learn more at tvt4life.com

     In honor of her feast day this Friday the 14th, Morning Light recognizes our Parish of the Week - St. Kateri Station in Fort Hall.

     This is the 12th and final episode of Tolkien Talk 2.0 with Fr. Greg Vance on Morning Light.  The title of the finale' is "Lessons to be Learned" as we share parting thoughts on the JRR Tolkien classics. Plus, Fr. Vance talks about how Tolkien played a part in his discernment to the priesthood!

     Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, talking about results from the recent Fireworks Stand partnership.  Plus, Ralph shares a couple of inspirational stories from the Re-Entry Program.

     Morning Light chats with Josh Callihan about the upcoming car show to benefit the St. Mark's Catholic School Foundation.  The event is Saturday, August 19th from 9am to 1pm in the church parking lot (7960 W. Northview St.)  If you have questions or would like to display your car, call Josh at 208-661-9161.

     Morning Light welcomes back Ken Jercha from the Holy Apostles music ministry to provide our Sacred Music segment.  This week, Ken does a patriotic medley of songs to recognize our recent 4th of July celebrations.

     Vocations Focus is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month during Morning Light.  Today, a pre-recorded interview from Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse with the "retired" Fr. Tom Loucks.

     Morning Light talks once again with John Edwards from Just a Guy in the Pew Ministries, who will be conducting an outdoor mens retreat in Idaho July 28-30 at Camp JP2 in Cascade.  Register now at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/catholic-mens-leadership-formation-with-john-edwards-tickets-577746584587 

     Morning Light presents a new segment - The Bountiful Harvest - taking a look at the spiritual side of Idaho's agriculture.  Today, Chuck Baines from River Road Ranches talks about the many responsibilities in the life of an area rancher.

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, after taking a look at the feast days for the week ahead, she talks about the brown scapular in conjunction with the upcoming feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel on July 16th. What is the brown scapular? Why wear it? What are the promises associated with wearing it? Tune in and find out!

     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light discussing the issues facing Catholic men in today's culture.  Today, Pat King & Josh Dickson discuss Part 1, Chapters 3 and 4 of the C.S. Lewis classic "Mere Christianity."

     Morning Light presents an encore of The Catholic Company Man for two weeks ago - "A Cold Walk in Billings."

     During our weekly "Passionately Pro-Life" segment, Morning Light talks with Sarah Howard from Cradle of Hope, part of the Boise Rescue Mission, but a pregnancy resource center in its own right.

     With today being the feast day of St. Thomas, Morning Light celebrates our Parish of the Week - St. Thomas the Apostle in Coeur d'Alene, featuring an interview from the 2022 Spring Pledge Drive with Fr. Mariusz Majewski, now the pastor of St. Thomas.  Learn more at their website:  https://stthomascda.org  

     This is the 9th and final episode of our Vandal Catholic series.  Brian Howell from Salt & Light Radio, along with Eric Meyer - Director of Mission for St. Augustine's Student Center - sat down with staff and students on the campus of the University of Idaho to discuss how this unique piece of property has been a crucial part of students' lives.  In the finale', we talk with Allie Friesen (FOCUS missionary), Peter Behrend (President of the Vandal Catholic Club), Mauricio Rodriguez and Kellen Moore about their experiences over the past year or two.

     Tolkien Talk returns to Morning Light with Fr. Greg Vance, our guide through Middle Earth and the literary masterpieces of JRR Tolkien. Today in Episode 11, we discuss the many relationships through the stories:  love stories, friendships and more. How are the relationships on the pages mirrored in Tolkien's own life?

     On YouTube, you can find a channel called MassTransit:  https://www.youtube.com/@sanoroo  You may have read the article earlier this year in the Idaho Catholic Register?  The host of that podcast joins Morning Light today - Gordon Crow!  He tells us about MassTransit and the inspiration behind it, plus shares why he and his wife are in Idaho this week along with some ties to Idaho in Gordon's past.

     Catholic recording artist and pro-life warrior Jaime Thietten can now add "actress" to her resume'.  Jaime joins Morning Light today along with Wally Veazie - writer and producer of the film "Christine’s Wager."  You can grab a sneak peek of the film in Twin Falls on Saturday, July 22nd as part of a special fundraiser for Sacred Heart Ranch of Idaho.  Learn more at this link:  https://sacredheartranch.org/home/blog/7225899/tickets-now-on-sale-for-our-first-annual-red-carpet-fundraiser

     Vocations Focus is heard during Morning Light on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.  This month has FIVE Thursdays so we get to enjoy a bonus segment!  Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse tell us about the Carmelite Monks of Wyoming who produce delicious Mystic Monk Coffee. Learn more at: www.carmelitemonks.org 

     Morning Light continues our series with Dr. Ryan Hanning, talking today about Classical and Catholic Education.  What is the  TRUE purpose of education?  How did the past 60 years of education reduce human purpose to just being a good consumer? Dr. Hanning provides the answers!

Morning Light welcomes back Pat King as he shares how to keep our yards nice and green during this summer season. 

Morning Light welcomes back Teresa Zepeda, our saint and feast day expert!

Morning Light welcomes back Pat King and Eddie Trask as Eddie shares about his recent conference experience. Pat and Eddie also talk about leadership and how important it is to take on that role as a man. 

Morning Light welcomes back Sarah Lynch as she shares about developing friendship and community skills in students and children. 

Morning Light welcomes back John Keenan of the Idaho Lay Dominicans!

Morning Light welcomes back Chef Lou Aaron as he shares with us the importance of community, connection, and how meals play a big part in those.

Morning Light welcomes back Dr. Scott French as he shares moare about faith and science. 

Morning Light welcomes Andrea Dunlap to share about her open adoption story. 

Morning Light welcomes the incredible and famous Mary Wax of Holy Apostles to share about her many years serving the parish.

     In this series, Brian Howell from Salt & Light Radio and Eric Meyer from Vandal Catholic will interview staff and students who are involved in the ministry work of St. Augustine's Student Center on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, ID. 

      After watching his dad pay for his siblings to go to college, Luke Zepeda wanted to join the military and pay his own way.  However, the Lord guided Luke from Jerome to Moscow. How has Vandal Catholic played a part in this young man's first year of college?  What this the right choice for him spiritually?

Morning Light welcomes back Father Greg Vance as he continues his journey through the world of J.R.R Tolkien and his "Lord of the Rings" universe. 

Morning Light welcomes back the Executive Director for St. Vincent de Paul, Ralph May! Ralph gives us a little update as to what the society has been up to lately, and he shares some stories from Summer Fest. 

Morning Light welcomes back Deacon Gene Fadness for one last run through of the Idaho Catholic Register before his retirement. Thank you Deacon Gene for all of your hard work and dedication over the years!

Morning Light welcomes back Cathryn Gardner, music director for Our Lady of the Rosary in Boise. She shares with us some wedding processional music approved by the church. 

Morning Light welcomes back Ryan Olenick, a seminarian for the diocese of Boise. he shares his vocations story and how he came to answer God's call to the priesthood.

Morning Light welcomes back Jay Wonacott, the Director of Marriage and Family life for the Diocese of Boise. Jay shares an update on the diocese calendar, and then he continues his dive into the catechism paragraphs on marriage and family. 

     It's the delightful return of The Bountiful Harvest segment on Morning Light with a special guest - Kevin Ryan (spouse of M.L. co-host Hope Ryan)  There are all sorts of plants in our own backyards, the foothills and mountains - most are edible, some are medicinal and of course there are those that can make you sick.  Kevin shares some information, and a delicious tea, with us this morning.

     Morning Light presents Faith & Feasts every Wednesday with Teresa Zepeda who shares ideas on how to turn special days on our liturgical calendar into spiritual opportunities for your family.

     Pat King joins Morning Light for another installment of Man Cave.  Today, Pat shares another classic of C.S. Lewis - "The Abolition of Man."

      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, Matt from Cornerstone shares tips on how to live Christ's Commandment of "love neighbor as self" and how to avoid self-love becoming selfish.

     Anita Moore and Josh Andrus from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to wrap up The Gospel of Life by Saint Pope John Paul II…and then start a new series talking about devotions. Today, talking about the Five First Saturdays devotion to Our Blessed Mother.

     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 east Boise.  While the team enjoys a big healthy salad, Chef talks about the word "beloved" - how many times we find it in scripture and what it truly means.

     Morning Light welcomes back the Executive Director of Mission at St. Augustine’s at the University of Idaho, and author of the book “The Catholic Company Man”- Eric Meyer!  Today, Chapter 10 - “A Cold Walk in Billings.”

     Morning Light talks with Ashley Jensen is a certified nurse practitioner working for the University of Utah and she focuses her practice on restorative reproductive medicine for infertility, miscarriage, and treating women’s health conditions without using artificial hormones.

     Kathy Paulin joins Morning Light to introduce you to our Parish of the Week - St. Paul’s in Nampa!  Kathy has been a member of this church family for around 20 years and has worked extensively with the school.  St. Paul's has a long history in the Valley dating back to 1904!

     In this series, Brian Howell from Salt & Light Radio and Eric Meyer from Vandal Catholic will interview staff and students who are involved in the ministry work of St. Augustine's Student Center on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, ID. 

     This week, we meet Ken Koceja & Sophie Plaza who are both part of Greek Life at the U of I.  Hollywood movies paint fraternities and sororities as a playful romp through every possible sin.  However, these two have found Vandal Catholic to be a great place to find strong bonds among like-minded young adults in a safe, God-filled atmosphere.

     Morning Light presents "Tolkien Talk" as our guide through Middle Earth, Fr. Greg Vance from Bishop Kelly High School, discusses the masterpieces of JRR Tolkien.  Today during Episode #9, we talk about the evil forces that prowl about these timeless stories.

     Johnnette (Women of Grace) and Jack (EWTN Open Line) Williams were in Idaho the past few days.  Among all of their speaking engagements, Morning Light caught up with the power couple to talk about a variety of topics - tune in and hear their answers to today's difficult questions.

     Pat King with the Knights of Columbus joins Morning Light to take us through the first of 12 videos in the "Into the Breach" series, talking about masculinity.

     Morning Light talks with Kris Foster from St. Mark’s Catholic Community during this week's Sacred Music segment. Kris talks about Ignatian Spirituality and the Anima Christi prayer. She also shares "Soul of Christ Sanctify Me" performed by the St. Mark's Schola Choir.

     "Vocations Focus" is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month as a part of Morning Light.  Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse interview Margaret Hampton, Development Director for the Diocese of Boise, about how the annual Idaho Catholic Appeal helps vocations from the discernment process through retirement of our beloved priests.

     Morning Light visits once again with Dr. Ryan Hanning - this time talking about "Culture & Modernity." Does the modern world even hunger for truth, beauty and goodness anymore?  Tune in and hear Dr. Hanning's thoughts.

     Morning Light presents "The Catholic Attic" - our monthly catechesis lesson from Fr. Justin Brady.  This is the time of the year where many of our priests within the Diocese of Boise get assigned to other parishes.  How do we react to these changes should it happen to us?  Fr. Brady has some ideas on how to better embrace the annual shuffling of our wonderful priests.

     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, we look at the upcoming feasts over the next 7 days.  Then, continue last week’s conversation on the steps one takes to enthrone the Sacred Heart of Jesus in their homes?

     Pat King joins Morning Light for another installment of Man Cave.  Today, Pat shares another classic of C.S. Lewis - "The Abolition of Man."

     From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Morning Light welcomes back Kathy Edwards, talking today about habits.

     Mike Turner & Pamila Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans drop by Morning Light to continue covering chapter 4 of The Gospel of Life by Saint Pope John Paul II.

     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.  Today, Chef focuses on the recent Corpus Christi Mass while the morning show feasts on delicious BBQ brisket, the official food of the State of Texas!  (Texas...Corpus Christi...see the connection??)

     Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors at The Magis Center, joins Morning Light today to continue the discussion on modern Eucharistic Miracles.