Rev. James D. Conley, D.D., S.T.L. | Diocese of Lincoln website

Damian Montez has been appointed as the new co-host of Spirit Mornings, a local morning show on Spirit Catholic Radio. He joins Jen Brown following the departure of former co-host Bruce McGregor, who stepped down in February after 21 years.

Montez has been part of Spirit Catholic Radio for four years as a production manager before taking on this new role. Reflecting on his collaboration with Brown, Montez said, "Jen and I go way back. We actually worked together years ago at other radio stations. I feel very blessed to be on this new journey with her, and saying what the Holy Spirit guides us to say to bring our listeners closer to Christ. I get to have the best of both worlds every day – my faith and radio!"

Valeri McMahon, marketing director for Spirit Catholic Radio, highlighted the positive dynamic between Montez and Brown: "The chemistry on the Jen and Damian team is infectious," she said. "Whether they are talking about saints, local news, Sunday’s Mass readings with priests from the listening area, or interviewing nationally known speakers, your day is going to start out the right way because of Spirit Mornings."

Listeners can tune into Spirit Mornings weekdays from 7 to 9 a.m. Central Time. More information including previous podcasts and upcoming guest lineups can be found at spiritmornings.com.