Meet My Wedding Couples

The Power Team of Jewish Catholic Wedding Officiants!
I've been so fortunate to have 2 opportunities to work with Father Tim, and since I just received a … [Read More...]
Danielle and Garrett – Why I do what I do
Danielle and Garrett are the perfect reason why I do what I do. Many colleagues ask me why I … [Read More...]
A beautiful blend of both…
Kathy emailed me a year ago, as she and her fiance, Drew, and their Moms were coming to Fort … [Read More...]

Delia and Mitch’s weeklong wedding celebration
No rests for the weary! Brett and Andrea's wedding was certainly a highlight last weekend, but the … [Read More...]
Cantor Debbi’s Thoughts and Musings.

It’s Official! Shema Koleinu announces High Holiday Worship Services 5772!
High Holiday Worship Services with Cantor Debbi Ballard Begin for the first time 7 years ago, I … [Read More...]

Changing lives is easy!
You would think it takes sheer genius, or a miracle, or a huge revelation, to truly cause a shift in … [Read More...]
Unaffiliated Lifecycles? One Cantor's view…
I just came across a well-written post by a Reform Rabbi in Washington, DC, in response to the … [Read More...]

Thanks is for Giving
I was reminded of this by a friend and colleague of mine, who has written (and is soon to be … [Read More...]
My Bar/Bat Mitzvah Adventures

My Chicago weekend – Matthew's day is here!
I'm so excited for this morning, and for being in Chicago this weekend. I've had sooo much fun since I got off the plane yesterday! As soon as I arrived yesterday, we went to Mike & Sharon's … [Read More...]
Matthew's Bar Mitzvah, Chicago, Ill.
I can't wait for Matthew's Bar Mitzvah. The Silverberg family truly personifies why I chose the title "My Personal Cantor" for my business. It started with my friend, Jacey, who worked for me, in … [Read More...]

Where did summer go??
My biggest challenge this year has been to maintain any consistency in my writing. I seem to get really inspired to write, and post a ton of blogs at one time, and then I get so busy, that every … [Read More...]
Jared's Bar Mitzvah, and my best review – EVER!
This past weekend was Jared's Bar Mitzvah. I was so worried about this one, simply from a time constraint perspective. No sooner did I finish Jess & Pete's wedding in Orlando, I jumped in the … [Read More...]

Austin's AMAZING Bar Mitzvah – Ahoy Mates!
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 … [Read More...]
Taking a moment..
I just looked at the date, and realized we are halfway through March, and I haven't even finished blogging about February, yet. March has already been a very fun month for me, as I just got back … [Read More...]
Max's very special day
I guess I should start this blog entry, by clarifying that no event I’ve ever done has resulted in 3 (or more) entries, until now. Somehow I feel that’s important, because usually, as much as many … [Read More...]
Jersey continues…
It is the eve of Max's Bar Mitzvah. I am back in the hotel, after spending the last few hours reading and preparing for tonight, and reflecting on the last 24 hours. My heart is pounding for some … [Read More...]
Great job, Jesse!
After 14 months of arduous preparation, the night of Jesse's Bar Mitzvah finally arrived! And, it was worth the wait! I loved Jesse's Bar Mitzvah, for many reasons. First, and most importantly, … [Read More...]
Sharing the light – 1000 miles apart
What an amazing, heartwarming experience I had tonight. I cannot wait to share this awesome story. When I performed Yelena's wedding in the DR last month, she couldn't wait for me to meet her … [Read More...]







