It’s Official! Shema Koleinu announces High Holy Days 5772!

July 31, 2011 by Debbi  
Filed under Thoughts, worship

It’s been a long time in the making!
7 years ago, I performed my first wedding.  6 years ago, I performed my first Bat Mitzvah.  Today, I am so proud to announce the official launch of “Shema Koleinu“, our non-profit synagogue-like organization that provides outreach to South Florida’s Jewish and Interfaith/Intercultural unaffiliated community.  After several years [...]

Unaffiliated Lifecycles? One Cantor’s view…

November 24, 2010 by Debbi  
Filed under Judaism, Thoughts

I just came across a well-written post by a Reform Rabbi in Washington, DC, in response to the recent NYT article that seems to be hitting a lot of nerves around the world.  While I recognize that some of my colleagues provide this as a fast track, meaningless way to substantiate a monstrous party – [...]

Austin’s AMAZING Bar Mitzvah – Ahoy Mates!

March 30, 2009 by Debbi  
Filed under Bar Mitzvah, Bat Mitzvah

I know I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again. I’m SOOOOO lucky to do what I do, and being able to give my newest student the opportunity to have his Bar Mitzvah just reaffirms my good fortune.

I don’t even know where to start this one. Have you ever developed such an [...]

High Holiday invite

September 4, 2008 by admin  
Filed under Judaism, worship

Jackie Olenick, Leon’s wife (and my all time favorite Judaic artist on earth) put this beautiful invitation together.  Seats can be reserved with your $72 donation through Paypal – to debbi@mypersonalcantor.com
Please call me at 954-646-1326 if you have questions.
High Holiday Invite

High Holidays 2008 – Finally! A plan!

September 2, 2008 by admin  
Filed under Judaism, Thoughts

Well, it looks like we are getting closer to a plan, and while tomorrow should finalize the plans, I am so excited, I wanted to put out the word right away.  Hopefully, I won’t jinx anything!
Rabbi Leon Olenick and I are going to offer a free High Holiday service in Lake Worth.  We both agree [...]