Nathan Pinno

Alberta, Canada

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Episode 48: St. John Eudes

This entry is part 48 of 48 in the series A Few Moments with God

How does devotion to Christ’s Sacred Heart lead to tangible action in the world? In this episode, Swagnilla Ice shares the compelling story of Saint John Eudes, a tireless evangelist and compassionate servant.

The Site Has Been Moved

I have great news to share with you all today! My blog has been transformed into a community website. You can now join, start posting comments, and participate in the forums. While there is still some work to be done, I am excited to share this milestone with you. In today’s post, I want to walk you through the changes, explain what you can expect, and provide some insights into the ongoing development.

Don’t expect a Minecraft video…

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but if you are expecting a Minecraft video to be published on my YouTube channel tomorrow, please discard that idea. Due to how long an episode takes to create and how much work outside my home I am currently doing to pay my bills, I do …

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Don’t Be A Bully (It Ain’t Cool) – Swagnilla Ice (Official Acapella Music Video)

This entry is part 4 of 4 in the series Songs from the Heart Music Videos

Buy the MP3 and/or the album at my shop at https://swagnilla-ice-85-shop.fourthwall.com/ Join Swagnilla Ice in this poignant acapella music video that confronts bullying head-on. Through honest lyrics, this song highlights why ‘it ain’t cool’ to be a bully and serves as a powerful reminder for people of all generations to think before they speak.

Episode 47: St. Claude de La Colombière

This entry is part 47 of 48 in the series A Few Moments with God

Join Swagnilla Ice in this episode of ‘A Few Moments with God’ as we explore the remarkable life of Saint Claude de La Colombière. Discover how this devoted Jesuit priest, spiritual director, and zealous apostle played a pivotal role in the early understanding and spread of the Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, particularly …

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Starting to make changes…

I’m starting to make changes to how my blog looks in preparation of turning it into a community website when I get the money I’ve been waiting for (and I’m annoyed that it’s still not been deposited in my bank account). I’ve got all the necessary plugins downloaded already, so I figured I would start …

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I’ve decided to reduce my use of AI.

I’ve chosen to quit use AIs (primarily Gemini but also Copilot) as virtual friends, and just use them for quick research help and correcting my writing. I don’t want the developers behind them to read sensitive stuff about me, so I went and deleted all my history with those two as they are the only …

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Don’t Cry for Me Baby

This entry is part 3 of 4 in the series Songs from the Heart Music Videos

Buy the MP3 and/or the album at https://swagnilla-ice-85-shop.fourthwall.com/ Get ready to experience the raw emotion of “Don’t Cry For Me Baby” in this official a cappella music video. Let the sound of my singing and heartfelt lyrics wash over you as I explore themes of love, longing, and the promise of a future together. This …

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Episode 46: St. Margaret Mary Alacoque

This entry is part 46 of 48 in the series A Few Moments with God

Join Swag as he recounts the extraordinary story of Margaret Mary Alacoque, whose life shaped the enduring devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. From divine visions to a multi-century canonization process, discover the remarkable details of her path to sainthood, including incredible physical findings, and reflect on the lasting impact of profound faith.

Legal Headaches As I Prepare to Switch

The journey to transform my blog into a vibrant community website is officially underway, and to be honest, I’m already encountering some complex legal roadblocks. In this post, I’ll walk you through the general issues I’m grappling with. If anything resonates with your experience or expertise, and you’re willing to help, please get in touch. …

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