Jewish Life-Cycle Services with a Personal Touch

For over 30 years, I have had the honor of leading and officiating Jewish life-cycle events in Reform Jewish environments, bringing joy, warmth, inclusivity, and deep cultural tradition to every service. I offer flexible, accessible, and personalized ceremonies that honor Jewish heritage in a way that is meaningful to you — whether deeply religious, culturally Jewish, or somewhere in between.

I travel to families across Ann Arbor and Southeast Michigan, New York State (Albany, New York City, Oneonta), and South Bend, Indiana — and I hold preparation sessions and ceremonies online for families anywhere.

Tailored Services for Every Occasion

Whether celebrating a joyous milestone or marking a moment of remembrance, my approach ensures that every event is both authentic and accessible. Services can include prayers and songs in Hebrew, Yiddish, Russian, or English, depending on your needs.

Bar & Bat Mitzvahs

• Can be held in almost any place that is comfortable for you
• Personalized preparation with easy-to-learn Torah portions, prayers, and Jewish teachings
• Services designed for families with varying levels of observance
• An emphasis on Jewish heritage, music, and culture
• Hebrew, English, Yiddish, and Russian songs and prayers can be included to match your family's preferences

Jewish Weddings

• All backgrounds and religious affiliations are welcomed
• Beautiful, joyful, heartfelt ceremonies that honor Jewish and non-Jewish traditions in the case of interfaith marriage
• Personalized approach honoring your unique family and love story
• Flexibility to include or exclude religious elements based on personal preference
• It will be your choice which ceremonies to include: chuppah ceremonies, ketubah readings, and blessings in Hebrew, Yiddish, Russian, or English

Funerals & Memorial Services

• Respectful and comforting services honoring the legacy of your loved one
• Guidance through Jewish mourning customs with a focus on healing and remembrance
• Traditional and modern prayers available in Hebrew, Yiddish, Russian, or English
• I will lead the service at the cemetery, funeral home, or any other place where you would like to hold a memorial

Holidays & Special Events

• Leading engaging services for Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Passover, Hanukkah, and more
• Baby namings, unveilings, and other Jewish milestones
• Cultural and heritage-based gatherings that emphasize music, storytelling, and history

A Meaningful Jewish Experience — On Your Terms

Judaism is more than just religion — it is a history, a culture, and a way of life. My goal is to create services that are:

• Inclusive — open to all levels of observance and backgrounds
• Flexible — tailored to your personal beliefs and traditions
• Engaging — making participation easy, enjoyable, and meaningful

Most importantly, my services will deepen your connection to Jewish culture and family heritage, creating a bridge between past and future generations.