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. Explore his foundational work with seminaries and homes for the marginalized, and understand his critical role in shaping the public veneration of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Mary. Reflect on John Eudes’ life as a testament to making Jesus the center of your faith and pursuing a relationship that inspires true charity.
The Site Has Been Moved
I have great news to share with you all today! My blog has undergone a significant transformation and is now a full-fledged community website. This means you can join, start posting comments, and participate in the forums (as long as you follow the posted rules). While there is still some work to be done to make everything perfect, 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. Stay tuned for more updates and feel free to dive in and start contributing to our growing community!
One area where I still need your help is completing the legal pages for the community and addressing the various issues surrounding them. I previously mentioned some of the challenges I’ve been facing in this post. Rest assured, I am actively working on these pages and will keep you updated. Once they are finalized and posted, I will share a dedicated post to inform you of the updates.
I haven’t added the arcades yet because I want them to be fully functional when they go live, and that requires some financial investment. The same applies to other features such as advertising (ensuring Full Members and VIP Members remain ad-free), implementing a “pay what you want” membership model, and adding video hosting and live streams via Vimeo. I am working on embedding my existing YouTube series into the website, but this will take some time—this year marks three years of posting videos on YouTube.
I welcome suggestions for other features you would like to see. Please feel free to share your ideas in the comments of this post or in the appropriate forum.
In summary, the transformation of my blog into a community website is an exciting step forward, and I am thrilled to have you all join me on this journey. While there are still some areas that need attention, such as the legal pages and additional features, I am committed to making this community the best it can be.
I invite you to explore the new features, share your thoughts, and contribute to our growing community. Your feedback and suggestions are invaluable, so please don’t hesitate to post in the comments or the forums. Together, we can build a vibrant and engaging community.
Thank you for your support, and I look forward to seeing you all around the site!
Don’t expect a Minecraft video…
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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 not have the time nor the energy to record one. I’m so tired that I’m not even working on my private work in the evenings, like I do when I don’t get steady work.
If you really wish to see episodes at a more steady pace, consider supporting me. If I had a steady income to pay my bills and buy groceries, I could focus more on creating content and less on the need to earn money to pay bills every month.
Swag Plays Factorio S2 E42: Doubling Purple Science Production!
In this Factorio episode, Swag waits on research and doubles his purple science production. He also realizes he forgot to install upgrade modules in the factories – a fix for next time!
Don’t Be A Bully (It Ain’t Cool) – Swagnilla Ice (Official Acapella Music Video)
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.
Swag Plays Banished S2 E35 | Big Announcement, Strategic Builds & New Woodcutter
Join Swag in this episode of Swag Plays Banished as he begins with an exciting announcement! Watch as he directs the citizens of Otterview to resume construction on three new homes, strategically assigns workers, and pushes for higher priority on the vital northern bridge project. A second woodcutter is built and assigned, but we’ll have to wait until the next episode to find out if it’s enough to keep the town warm through the rest of winter!
Episode 47: St. Claude de La Colombière
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 through his guidance of Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque. Learn about his journey from initial reluctance to his profound commitment to God, his challenges in England, and his lasting legacy. This episode offers insights into discernment, unwavering faith, and the powerful impact of a life surrendered to divine will.
Starting to make changes…
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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 work on the changes the site will need to transition to a community website from its current status as my blog. (BTW, I have not written this post or designed any of new pages with the help of AI.)
I’ve also separated my podcast episodes from the main blog posts like this one, as well as the videos. I won’t add my YouTube series videos here until I have the series plugin added when I have a paid hosted site elsewhere, to make it easier for you to find each episode.
Creative Engineering E27: Automating the Sawmill!
In this Creative Engineering episode focusing on the Minecraft Create Mod, I tackle a massive automation project: setting up my very own sawmill! Watch me build intricate processing lines and storage systems, ensuring a constant supply of essential resources. I’ll show you how I automate everything from making bamboo blocks and oak planks to efficiently stripping raw bamboo, oak, and jungle logs. This powerful new setup is crucial for expanding my Steampunk/Industrial base. Got ideas for my next big factory or automation project? Drop your tips and suggestions in the comments below – I’d love to consider them!
I’ve decided to reduce my use of AI.
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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 ones I have used for casual conversations. Going forward, I will use them as the intelligent research tools and writing assistants they can be.