Sydney’s Destination Bat Mitzvah at the Beautiful Azul Fives Beach Resort in Playa del Carmen, Mexico I just returned from Mexico, where I had the opportunity to perform Sydney’s Destination Bat Mitzvah Ceremony at Azul Fives, an all inclusive beach resort in beautiful Playa del Carmen, Mexico. My friend, Evan Gross, from DestinationMitzvah.com connected me … Read more
High Holiday Worship Services with Cantor Debbi Ballard Begin for the first time 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 … Read more
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 – … Read more
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 Austin’s Bar Mitzvah just reaffirms my good fortune. I don’t even know where to start this one. Have you ever developed such an incredible … Read more
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.
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 … Read more
