Back from Israel I spent the second half of my trip posting “stories” on my Instagram, which many of you follow. The truth is, I have been trying to put… Read more »
Jul
30
2024
30
2024
Food
Jul
04
2024
04
2024
Cantor Weiss in Ramat HaNegev: A Solidarity Mission
Cantor Lizzie Weiss
Wednesday, June 26, 2024 Well, here I am. Finally this journey begins. I’ve been on the plane for about nine hours with just about four hours to go. As you… Read more »
May
01
2018
01
2018
A Reflection on Art and Soul – Fly: The Musical
Cantor Lizzie Weiss
This past weekend I had the opportunity to witness thirteen magnificent teens pour their hearts out in word and song in the first ever “Art and Soul” show entitled “Fly:… Read more »
Dec
27
2017
27
2017
What Cantors Do to Get Families to Services… and Why
Cantor Lizzie Weiss
This post originally appeared here on the URJ website on December 22, 2017. As a relatively new cantor, I approach each day as a learning experience and am thrilled by… Read more »
Oct
16
2017
16
2017
Blessing After The Camp Newman Fires
Cantor Lizzie Weiss
A Blessing for those who Love URJ Camp Newmanby Cantor Lizzie Weiss First there was Saratoga and Swig, where our grandparents and parents and then our generation made memories. Then there was… Read more »
Nov
10
2016
10
2016
Prayer of the Month: Modim
Cantor Lizzie Weiss
When I was a student, a rabbi once asked my class, “What is the BEST prayer in the prayer book?” Fellow students yelled out: “Shma!” “Kaddish!” “Shalom Rav!” After entertaining… Read more »