Nathan Pinno

Alberta, Canada

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The Monsters Dance

This entry is part 2 of 4 in the series Songs from the Heart Music Videos

Watch the video on YouTube at https://youtu.be/fJ7BAw0xc64 Step into a world where fantasy creatures unite in joyous revelry! “The Monsters Dance” is a whimsical journey, performed entirely with just one voice and recorded right in my apartment’s kitchenette! This unique a cappella production invites you to witness an extraordinary parade. From mighty giants and tiny …

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Episode 45: St. Gertrude the Great

This entry is part 45 of 48 in the series A Few Moments with God

Join Swagnilla Ice as we explore the life of Saint Gertrude the Great, a profound mystic dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Discover her early life, powerful visions, and enduring legacy through her writings, which continue to reveal divine love centuries later.

Beyond the Basics: Comparing Refined Storage and Integrated Dynamics in Minecraft 1.20.1

Managing your sprawling base and mountains of items in modded Minecraft can be a huge challenge. Thankfully, there are three powerful tech mods designed to help you organize, automate, and keep track of everything: Applied Energistics 2, Refined Storage, and Integrated Dynamics. While Applied Energistics 2 is a classic, I haven’t really used it much …

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New Music and New Music Video

Hey fans! Swag here with a quick update on what’s been happening! I’ve just released my first-ever a cappella album to my Fourthwall shop last Saturday, and that’s not all! Starting last Tuesday, I’m also dropping a music video on YouTube for every single track. Be sure to check out “No One Knows” on YouTube …

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No One Knows

This entry is part 1 of 4 in the series Songs from the Heart Music Videos

“No One Knows” is the first track from my new a cappella album, “Songs from the Heart.” This song dives into the silent battles we often fight within ourselves – the hidden pain and internal struggles that can make us feel utterly alone, even when surrounded by others. It’s a raw, honest look at those …

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Episode 44: St. Pope Pius V

This entry is part 44 of 48 in the series A Few Moments with God

May is a month dedicated to the Virgin Mary, and few saints embodied devotion to her quite like St. Pope Pius V. From enforcing the Council of Trent’s reforms to leading the Holy League in the Battle of Lepanto, his legacy shaped Catholic tradition in ways that still echo today. But his papacy wasn’t without …

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A Good Start to the Weekend (and Next Week!)

Hey everyone, Just a quick check-in for this Saturday’s post. After doing a video blog on Thursday, I wanted to keep today’s update a bit shorter, but still keep my Saturday tradition going! It’s been a quiet week on the work front, so I’m really happy to share some positive news. I recently got confirmation …

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Letting Go of Fanfiction to Strengthen My Faith

Episode 43: St. Ambrose of Milan

This entry is part 43 of 48 in the series A Few Moments with God

In this episode of A Few Moments with God, we continue our May series, exploring saints who deepened devotion to the Virgin Mary throughout Church history. Today, we dive into the life of St. Ambrose of Milan—a bishop who never sought power but became one of Christianity’s most influential defenders of the faith. From his …

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