Salt & Light Catholic Radio Podcasts

In an encore of our interview from April 17, Morning Light talks with Catholic recording artist Sarah Kroger during our weekly Sacred Music segment.

Morning Light welcomes back Gina Schmidt for our Faith Community Nursing segment. Today, she talks about hearing and hearing loss. Learn more at these links: https://www.hearingloss.org/ https://www.hearingloss.org/understanding-hearing-loss/hearing-loss-101/hearing-loss-toolkit/ https://www.hearing.org/hearing-screening/  

In this episode of Vocations Focus on Morning Light, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse interview Sister Doctor Chero Chuma, DNP from the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace. Originally from Kenya, learn how this graduate from the University of Washington found herself choosing the religious life while still using her education to help people.

"The Catholic Attic" is our monthly catechesis lesson from Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa. This month, he stops by Morning Light to discuss “FAITH”

Morning Light presents Faith & Feasts as Teresa Zepeda talks about the saints and feasts days coming up over the next 7 days.  

Jarrod Crump from SPERO Mental Health & Healing (and Meridian Advanced Psychiatry) joins Morning Light to talk about “Diet and Mental Health”  

Chef Lou Aaron could not join Morning Light today so we offer this "Best of" segment from July 27, 2021 talking about Bread from Heaven.

Josh Andrus & Mike Turner from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to continue the discussion about the First Letter to Timothy.  

Morning Light presents "Why Catholics Do That" - the Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith. Today is part 2 of her explination of annulments.  

Morning Light welcomes back our "Passionately Pro-Life" advocate, Emily Naugle, talking pro-life news and plugging the upcoming Unwavering Witness event. Learn more at:  https://rtli.regfox.com/unwavering-witness  

Blessed & Beautiful is a weekly segment of Morning Light, aimed at the issues that Catholic women deal with in today's society. Today, Taryn Kammaraad shares her thoughts on "social influences."  How did Taryn's childhood help shape the way she now parents her own kids? She shares some great advice and wisdom in today's episode.

Morning Light welcomes the new intern for Catholic Charities of Idaho - Fr. Onyema Okorie! That's right, he's logging hours as a CCI intern until he can become an official addition to the already wonderful lineup of counselors.  Learn more at www.ccidaho.org  

Beth Bishop, Development Director for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul SW Idaho, stops by Morning Light to recap the recent July 4th Fireworks Stand, the Subaru Giveaway and discuss the need for more volunteers at the Thrift Stores.

During our weekly Sacred Music segment, Morning Light welcomes back John Vitz from Angelus Music to discuss Pope Leo XIV.

Brothers and Sisters in Christ (BASIC) are holding a men's retreat July 24-27. Roland Corrall joins Morning Light today to talk more about this special event coming to Camp JPII. Register today by calling 208-615-2818 or learn more at www.dioceseofboise.org/event/b.a.s.i.c.-men's-retreat 

Salt & Light Radio's own Carol Brown joins Morning Light to talk about a couple of upcoming events - the Vocations Trap Shoot (Aug. 1st) and Idaho Catholic Women's Conference (Sept. 6)  

Gabe Ryan concludes his chat with Dcn/Chef Lou Aaron from Our Lady of the Rosary and the Westside Drive-In as Morning Light wraps up this segment…'cuz Catholic Kids wanted to know! 

Teresa Zepeda returns to Morning Light with the latest edition of Faith & Feasts, going over the saints and feasts days coming up during the next 7 days... Saint Benedict, Abbot - July 11 Saint Kateri Tekakwitha - July 14 Saint Bonaventure, Bishop - July 15  

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. Kathy Edwards to talk about how we grieve.  Psalm 34:18: "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."  Psalm 147:3:   "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." Revelation 21:4:  “He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” Matthew 5:4:  “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” 1 Peter 5:7:  "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." Romans 8:28:  "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."  

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 SE Boise. Today, the topic is Barley which shows up in much of the Old Testament. Learn more about one of the seven foods of the Promised Land while our co-hosts dine on a delicious plate of barley with mushrooms, nuts and fresh chives. 

Morning Light welcomes John Keenan & Alanna Burg from the Idaho Lay Dominicans to discuss 1 Timothy, Chapter 1 and how issues in the culture of Saint Paul and some of the same that we deal with today.

The Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith as Morning Light presents another episode of "Why Catholics Do That." Today's segment tackles the tough topic of Annulments.  What is it and who needs one?  Tune in and learn more! 

Deacon Andy Finney joins Morning Light - he's part of our latest Parish of the Week - Saint Thomas the Apostle parish in Coeur d'Alene! Ordained almost five years ago, but a longtime member of this beautiful parish - find out what makes Saint Thomas so special.

Ken Jercha joins Morning Light in-studio today for our weekly Sacred Music segment. The Silver Rose procession with the Knights of Columbus is touring southern Idaho honoring Our Lady of Guadalupe.  Is there some music that's related to those subjects - absolutely!  Ken shares a couple of songs on his 12-string guitar!  

Gina Schmidt returns to Morning Light to provide our Faith Community Nursing segment!  Today, she's sharing safety tips for this 4th of July weekend.  Fireworks: statistics, safer ways to handle them, alternative activity ideas Heat and sun safety: vulnerable groups, safety tips Picnic food safety: best practice for food handling to keep everyone healthy.  Lastly, we will remember that our body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, and we want to keep it in tip top shape for the Lord.   

Vocations Focus is heard the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month during Morning Light. Today, Jim & Mary Ellen Nourse test our co-hosts' knowledge of our seminarians, priests and Bishop Peter himself during a special "Lightning Round" edition of the segment.

Gabe talks once again to Deacon/Chef Lou Aaron from Our Lady of the Rosary in Boise.

Teresa Zepeda brings you another great edition of Faith & Feasts on Morning Light! Today, with a new month, she shares the theme of July, Pope Leo XIV's prayer intentions and a list of feast days over the next seven days.

Catholic Counseling is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental help. Today, Dr. Joe Lipetzky from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, talks about the 7 Desires of Our Heart.

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 SE Boise. Today, the currant - a delicate fruit that grows wild in Idaho thanks to today's Saint - Junipero Serra, who spread them across California while he was setting up the Missions.

Morning Light welcomes Pamila Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans to finish up the discussion on 1 John (today, Chapter 5)

The Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith as Morning Light presents our next edition of Why Catholics Do That with today's topic - “The Sacrament of Marriage” 

Fr. Anthony Amadi joins Morning Light today - he is the Pastor of our Parish of the Week - Saints Peter & Paul in Grangeville! Tune in and hear what makes this parish and school on the Camas Prairie so special.

Morning Light welcomes back Tracy Hall, Executive Director of Treasure Valley PATH  - a pregnancy center located in the Boise Gospel Church bldg near Boise State's campus. Save the date - October 3rd at BSU from 5:30-9pm - PATH's annual "Heart of the Matter" fundraiser event. Learn more at www.treasurevalleypath.org 

Rachel Gehring from Transformed by Mercy returns to Morning Light, talking today about Social Influences…where do we go with our questions and longings? How can we prevent negative social influence from overriding our opinion, or what we know to be right and truth? With today being the solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, what can the Sacred Heart teach us? Listen in as Rachel tackles these questions and more!  

Staff writer Emily Woodham joins Morning Light today to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press! Despite this being the last physical issue until August 8th, the ICR will release stories on a digital platform through the month of July. Go to https://www.idahocatholicregister.org to stay up to date on Catholic news around the Diocese of Boise.  

Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, with results from last week's Summerfest event. Also, a preview of today's Subaru Car Raffle where five cars are going to be awarded! Finally, Ralph shares details on a unique opportunity to go inside our local prisons and witness the work being done inside.  

Cathryn Gardner from Our Lady of the Rosary in SE Boise, returns to Morning Light today for our weekly Sacred Music segment. Today, she covers music that honors Saints Peter and Paul for the Solemnity this weekend. Tu es petrus (Palestrina):  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmXiFMHzpgo&list=RDzmXiFMHzpgo&start_radio=1 Tu es petrus (Faure):   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8MAfaVcW4Y&list=RDQ8MAfaVcW4Y&start_radio=1 Apostle Paul (Cross):   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_RVMsp6UIE&list=RDV_RVMsp6UIE&start_radio=1 We Sing the Glorious Conquest (arr. Vaughn Williams):  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inCGBp4Q6Zc&list=RDinCGBp4Q6Zc&start_radio=1  

Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, returns to Morning Light to share updates on events coming up.

Morning Light welcomes back Fr. John Mosier to discuss vocations in the Diocese of Boise. He also shares stories from his recent trip walking the Camino.

Gabe Ryan talks with Dcn/Chef Lou Aaron as Morning Light continues our Catholic Kids Questions segment…'cuz Catholic Kids want to know!  Submit your kids' questions on our website under the Contact Us tab at… https://saltandlightradio.com/catholic-kids-questions 

Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. Today, she shares details on two upcoming solemnities closing out the month of the Sacred Heart. Plus, the saints and feasts days coming up over the next 7 days.  

"Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Michael D'Esterre, Director at Archangel Catholic joins us today to talk about some common roadblocks and hangups people have to counseling. Does our need for counseling come from a lack of faith? And, how can we incorporate prayer into our counseling plan? The more you listen, the more you learn!

"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 SE Boise. Dining on a delicious plate of corkscrew pasta with shrimp and beef bolonese over fettuccine, I really couldn't tell you what today's lesson was even about?! You better click the Play button and find out... 

The Idaho Lay Dominicans kick off Morning Light today as Mike Turner & Josh Andrus continue the discussion of 1 Peter and the use of the word "love."  

The Essentials of the Catholic Faith Are Found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Mary Wax is our guide on an exploration to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and faith as Morning Light presents the next episode of Why Catholics Do That. Today's topic - “It's Wedding Season!” 

Fr. Nelson Cintra returns to Morning Light to conclude our Monday morning series for the month of June on Generational Catholicism sharing the concept of the Four Pillars of Formation.