The Jewish Wedding Rabbi's Blog

Tentative Planned Wedding Date of 4/7/2013

Tue, 08 May 2012 17:15:11 GMT

Is there a problem getting a conservative or reformed rabbi to perform my wedding ceremony on this date in a wedding reception hall? I have been told

Mazel Tov! Alex become a Bar Mitzvah

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 15:39:33 GMT

Alex lead a beautiful Shabbat service for family and friends. He fulfilled his obligations - recitiing his prayers, chanting from the Torah, not one, but two portions. It was a double Torah reading on this Shabbat. All family with their Aliyah stood proudly next to him as he chanted flawlessly. He gave a brilliant D'var Torah. Extra special was his one set of Grandparents was unable to make the trip and with technology they Skyped in, watched his entire Bar Mitzvah ceremony including seeing him walk with Torah. They were given the honor to still have their Aliyah and recited the Torah Blessings right next to Alex. G-d did not let us down, a sunny day and an uninterupted internet connection for Skype. (smiles)

Sitting Shiva for Spot - Rabbi Andrea highlighted in Article

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 19:17:33 GMT

Pet Owners - Rabbi Andrea was highlighted in an article published, in print and online in The Jewish Daily Forward Newspaper, on a subject matter that concerns all pet owners. For we all think about it, struggle with it, and eventually deal with and experience it. I was pleased to be called upon and be interviewed by the writer for her article was published today, April 27, 2012. For those that are not Pet Owners will be touched by this article as well. That is how beautifully written it is. I connected with the writer and will be happy to share your feedback with her.

Sitting Shiva for Spot

about The Jewish Daily Forward Newspaper: The Forward is a legendary name in American journalism and a revered institution in American Jewish life. Launched as a Yiddish-language daily newspaper on April 22, 1897, the Forward entered the din of New York's immigrant press as a defender of trade unionism and moderate, democratic socialism.
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Appropriate gifts for a sibling's wedding?

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 02:48:44 GMT

Dear Rabbi Frank, My younger brother is getting married and I am unsure what gift is appropriate. He is reform and will have a Jewish wedding ceremony.

The Jewish Calendar Continues

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 14:22:52 GMT

The Passover Holiday has ended. Back to eating bread and moving forward, but the Jewish calendar continues. We look forward to Spring. Creation blooms right before our eyes. Knowledge is golden, we look ahead, plan ahead, and why not include the Jewish calendar to see what is happening. Shabbat is every week as you know. Remember, it is a day of rest. Enjoy the sunshine on those sunny days. Enjoy all that creation has provided us. As always, I enjoy officiating your Jewish wedding ceremonies, when a Bride and Groom enters the Chuppah receiving blessings by G-d for your marriage. The customs and traditions under the wedding canopy is so joyous. Bar Bat Mitzvah ceremony days and hearing our weekly Torah readings continue with our Youth. Adult Bar Bat Mitzvahs too and on the rise. I have many on the calendar and how wonderful to assist and fulfill for those who find this ceremony important at a certain time in their life. Babies, babies and more babies receiving their extra special Hebrew names, their very first Jewish Life Cycle ceremony. With life, there is death and we honor those beloveds in both. Honor their life in every way possible and remember they are always with you as Judaism teaches such. Have a wonderful Spring and wonderful Summer looking ahead, but remembering to enjoy each day, each moment not allowing time to move too fast. All my best, Rabbi Andrea Frank

REMINDER...Light Yahrzeit Friday (tomorrow night) before Sundown - the last night of the Passover Festival

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 01:53:30 GMT

I look to our customs and traditions that keeps us connected to our beloveds that have past. By the simply act of lighting a Yahrzeit which brings us such

REMINDER...Light Yahrzeit Friday (tomorrow night) before Sundown - the last night of the Passover Festival

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 01:44:58 GMT

I look to our customs and traditions that keeps us connected to our beloveds that have past.

By the simply act of lighting a Yahrzeit which brings us such great comfort because we feel we are doing something.

May your heart not be too heavy in sorrow.
May this time during our holiday return memory of holidays past with your beloveds, comforting during all those wonderful moments.
May all they did to make the holiday special having spilled onto you in continuing and offering the warmth of the ongoing connection with them.
May the moving flame of the Yahrzeit remind you they are with you for their everlasting eternal light will forever touch your heart.

In loving memory

A Holiday Greeting and Blessing

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 20:32:02 GMT

For all those celebrating Wishing all a Chag Sameach Pesach (Happy Passover) Shabbat Shalom (a peaceful Shabbat) A Happy Easter I would also like to add during this time of celebrating and reflecting Misheberach prayers (Healing Prayers) to all those that are unable to join at the holiday table due to an illness or limitations. May all your prayers reach those beloved family members for their healing and comfort during this holiday season. Amen

Amazing Performance for Passover

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 20:11:14 GMT

It is from 2011, but simply enjoyable.

Enjoy the Passover Holiday

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 19:54:41 GMT

Remembering our history when the Jews became free. Now, we are given the blessing to enjoy and have a little fun.

Chag Sameach Pesach - Happy Passover

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 02:47:44 GMT

Bye Bye Chametz (leavened foods) see you again on the end of Pesach, Saturday night at sundown. The five grains are wheat, spelt, oats, barley, and rye.

Weekend Joys

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 23:35:50 GMT

A baby will receive her Blessed Hebrew Name for her Naming Ceremony
A bride and groom will unite in marriage under the Chuppah, wedding canopy.

First and foremost before the joyous Simchas - Shabbat

Shabbat Shalom - a peaceful Shabbat

A joyous weekend

Enjoy to all!

Rabbi Andrea

Renewal Vow Wedding

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 14:59:57 GMT

Renewal Vow Wedding ceremony for many is a celebration of the blessing for many years of marriage with their Bershert, solemates love

In Loving Memory of Milton Ellerin

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 22:55:48 GMT

My father, Milton Ellerin: A man who had no greater love that of his wife, his children and his G-d. May he be a blessed memory and live on in your memory,

Did You Know?

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 22:47:04 GMT

Speaking of 83 years young - there is a Jewish tradition for when a person turns 83 years young, they can either become a Bar or Bat Mitzvah. For some, it will either be their first or second one. Why you ask....according to King David, when you live past the age of 70 , it's as life begins again. 70 + 13 = 83 years. For all those you know planning to turn 83 years, start planning the Mitzvah Celebrations. Mazel Tov!

Did You Hear....,

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 20:05:20 GMT

Did you hear... Dr. Ruth calls the delight of the Hamantaschen cookie for Purim 'Spice of Life!'. Gotta love good ole Dr. Ruth - 83 years young Hope all had a joyous Purim holiday.

Did You Hear....,

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 20:05:20 GMT

Did you hear... Dr. Ruth calls the delight of the Hamantaschen cookie for Purim 'Spice of Life!'. Gotta love good ole Dr. Ruth - 83 years young Hope all had a joyous Purim holiday.

Purim is Almost Here!

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 23:51:07 GMT

Get ready for Purim! The new week of March 4, the Jewish Holiday of Purim arrives! Check your Jewish Calendars for the Jewish Calendar Day, 14 of the Jewish Calendar Month, Adar in the year 5772. Remember, all Jewish Holiday begin the Evening before the actual day. Bake your Hamantaschen Where your Costume
Drink plenty of Joy
Here the story of Purim from the Scroll of Esther in a fun and creative way.

Chag Sameach Purim!

Chupah

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 17:54:42 GMT

In an interfaith wedding ( bride is Jewish) does the groom wear a kepah while under the chupah? The wedding is being officiated by a rabbi. Thanks Reply

Ceremony Photos - Touching Moments during Life Cycle Ceremonies

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 16:25:28 GMT

Ceremony Photos - Touching Moments during Life Cycle Ceremonies

Jewish Press Breaking News, In the News for Rabbi Andrea Frank

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 16:01:17 GMT

Jewish Press Breaking News, In the News for Rabbi Andrea Frank

Breaking Glass for Groom to break for Jewish Wedding Ceremony

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:31:22 GMT

Breaking Glass for Groom to break for Jewish Wedding Ceremony

RABBI ANDREA'S - DID YOU KNOW?

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 22:29:49 GMT

A name defines a person's essence. The Sages say when we name our new family addition, a baby, after a relative as per tradition - their Hebrew name keeps the memory alive forming a bond between the soul of the baby and the relative. In years past, it was customary for the father to go to synagogue on the Shabbat soon after his daugther was born. A blessing was recited along with her Hebrew name. The synagogue community knew everyone and celebrated the father's joyous simcha with him. Today, observing such a tradition is not as common since a couple does not belong or has that nice connection with their congregational family. Today, Naming ceremonies are taking place outside the synagogue walls, in our living rooms of our homes. They are our mini-sanctuaries. It is customary for daughters to be named no later than 3-months old. This Rabbi blessed beautiful, adorable, daughters up to the age of 1 year including sons in many of living rooms, back yards in the warmer months, with the love of family and friends surrounding this wonderful Simcha! Parents are choosing a Naming Ceremony for their sons for personal reasons as well. A warm and memorable moment for the entire family. Joyous! Mazel Tov!

Customer Spotlight for Freedom Voice

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:56:18 GMT

When you find the right services you need, it is an honor to be chosen for Customer Spotlight. Thank you FreedomVoice. All those I connect with have an easier time when telephoning my toll free number to reach The Jewish Wedding Rabbi Freedom Voice Interview - Customer Spotlight

Kosher Style Reception

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 17:58:14 GMT

Question: Can I offer as hors d'oeuvres: 1) chicken satay and 2) polenta cake with mushroom ragu at the same time (hand passed) Answer Kosher style will

Its Baby Naming, Naming Ceremonies Time!

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 02:28:47 GMT

Baby namings Naming ceremonies are happening for the New Year 2012. So precious for our new born children are continuing our traditions by receiving their hertiage's Hebrew names in memory of extra special beloveds whom have past in their families.

Jewish Holidays, the Hebrew Calendar’s At A Glance By The Jewish Wedding Rabbi

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 03:26:34 GMT

Jewish Holidays, the Hebrew Calendar's Cycle at a Glance by the Jewish Wedding Rabbi

Chanukah Song 'Light the Candle' by Tracy Collins

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 03:08:02 GMT

Enjoy the debut of Tracy Collin's original Chanukah song for the Chanukah Holiday. It is a beautiful piece written and sung by Tracy. The Festival of Lights are joyous for all Eight Nights.

Posted on Preston Bailey's Blog Searching for Wedding Planners

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 03:36:09 GMT

Preston Bailey, an award winning event designer recently posted on his web site blog that after a bad experience with a Wedding Planner abroad, he requested recommendations. Continue reading below. I share with you what I wrote posted on his Blog. Hello Preston, As a Rabbi, Wedding Officiate, officiating Jewish Ceremonies, Civil Ceremonies for all couples all around the world and of course the Tri-State area since I too am based in New York rely on Wedding Planners as well. Especially when I need assistance at the ceremony site when the full vision is either not complete or needs a last minute change. As an Officiant, I too have a responsibility to my couples and to take care of them on their wedding day, including the planning stages leading up to their special day as well. ABC, Association of Bridal Consultants, headquartered in Connecticut offers Members of Wedding Planners located all over the world. I am not a spokesperson for ABC, actually a Member myself under the category Officiant. I have been working with a Wedding Planner in my area and she invited me to ABC events. Knowing how much I rely on Wedding Planners when my couples hire one, and learning all of the valuable key learning topics, I joined. All of those that I have met in the Organization are passionate in what they do and eye for details, solving any problems that arise on the spot in a calm and most importantly professional way. I speak from experience having worked and socialized with. I was more than happy to be just as supportive. You can easily do a search on their web site –http://www.bridalassn.com/LocateAWeddingPlanner.aspx. It will allow you to search for an ABC Member Wedding Planner in any location you are traveling, near or far. All my best, Rabbi Andrea Frank Th.M
The Jewish, Traveling , Wedding Rabbi Member: ABC, Association for Bridal Consultants

Perform Acts of Love and Kindness

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 17:51:14 GMT

According to our history books, the Pilgrims and the Indians shared the feast table together. They were not related. This thanksgiving holiday is bittersweet because I and my family will be celebrating with very special people whom extended their kindness. Heartfelt. I am thankful for all my blessings as a Rabbi assisting many with their life cycle ceremonies; As a person, no big list, its quite simple, I appreciate life - sharing it with my family - it really is that simple. Then there are those that this holiday will not be so cheery because they either said goodbye or on the verge of saying goodbye to a beloved. Including those that are sick with an illness under continuous medical care and may not have that opportunity to be present at the feast table. As a Rabbi, I am often contacted and hear about all of the above. Thus...the holidays are bittersweet. Two important lines in the Jewish Obligation Prayer is to 'perform acts of loving kindness' and 'to welcome the stranger.' those who are Not of Jewish Hertiage can certainly relate to it as well. For those cooking or attending, an abundance of food will be on the table. Can you welcome those to your table and touch another's heart with your kindness sharing the holiday together. Remember those around you that may be alone, may need a little cheer while they find ways to heal or deal. Food feeds the soul, your kindness feeds the heart. ♥. Have a Happy Thanksgiving with all your blessings and remember the lessons from our history. Its a Mitzvah (good deed)

Jewish Wedding Judaica

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 16:47:22 GMT

Jewish Wedding Judaica is now on Facebook. Keep up to date on The Groom Needs This Important Step at all wedding ceremonies that incorporate Jewish traditions such as the Breaking of the Glass. All designs and colors. Click Like and stay informed when JWJ updates, adds products for your Judaica needs.

Wedding Advice - Industry Wedding Professionals Share in Video

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 20:30:35 GMT

New York Rabbi Andrea Frank, was invited to join Industry Wedding Professionals in a Video Interview produced by Nick Carter Photography/Video in Westchester County, NY. You can find Rabbi Andrea's interview at 5:32. Enjoy this very proud video interview moment. Rabbi Andrea Frank resides in New York serving the Tri-state area and beyond. Beyond for she is The Traveling Rabbi having traveled for destination weddings, Jewish wedding ceremonies. For Jewish Wedding Ceremonies, she will guide you on all things wedding ceremony. Creating the ceremony that fits the two of you.

Wedding advice from wedding professionals from Nick Carter on Vimeo.

Groom’s Important Step!

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 02:22:34 GMT

Groom's step on the glass and everyone shouts "Mazel Tov!" The Breaking of the Glass for under the wedding canopy with Jewish customs.

Time of Jewish Wedding Ceremony?

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 02:11:29 GMT

If Sunset is 7:08pm on a Saturday evening, what time can the ceremony begin? Reply from Rabbi Andrea Frank: Traditionally, 1 hour soon after Havdalah

Breaking Glass For All Weddings Incorporating Jewish Customs

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 14:28:44 GMT

Breaking Glass is not only for a full Jewish wedding ceremony. What this means is that all weddings that are incorporating the Jewish custom of the breaking glass - now you have an online resource for all the styles, colors that are available by the Judaica Artists that create beautiful pieces of Judaica (Jewish Art Pieces) Rabbi Andrea Frank shares her knowledge and resources for all couples.

Spiritual Civil Wedding Ceremony

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 03:17:16 GMT

Mazel Tov! Rachel and Kenneth are married! They were blessed under the Chuppah in their spiritual civil wedding ceremony uniting two hearts into one. Such a delight to marrying them and celebrate their joyful union surrounded by family and friends.

On-Line Dating - What is Your Intent?

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 03:42:01 GMT

On-line dating web sites are the introductions, you do the rest. You did not sign up to date, you signed up to meet someone for a relationship You did not sign up to date for years, you signed up to meet the one You did not sign up to pick, pick, and continue to be picky. You signed up to find your match. You did not sign up to find you like the same music, the same food, you signed up to share life with someone and make life a joy and interesting. Life is wonderful shared by two. You did not sign up to find someone to just hang out with, you signed up to share and be a partner. If you need help, then seek help, that is what a Matchmaker does. If you can figure out why you have not found the one, then make the change and say this year is my year! All the best in finding your bershert. Your soulmate. How do I know...I officiated many couples who found their beshert on online-dating web sites. Stop dreaming and make it happen for only you can make it so.

Wedding Details - Rabbi Referral

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 21:22:24 GMT

Even the Rabbi enjoys this reception table idea as seen on Get Married.com where Rabbi Andrea Frank appears and written articles such as Blending Your Families Before Your Wedding Day and officiant services by locaiton as New York, New York. The caption reads, "Can't bring Fluffy to your wedding? This couple included their four-legged family member in their table numbers instead!"

Sukkot - Fall Festival

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:30:04 GMT

Chag Sameach Sukkot In this season of rejoicing (Zeman Simchatenu)Erev Sukkot begins this evening. We rejoice on this festival. It references back in history for the temporary dwellings (booth) when the Israelites traveled in the wilderness. It lasts for 8 days and those who have an opportunity to go into a Succah, share a festive meal, snack, drink surrounded by the decorations of the fal...l colors of the harvest. For those that do not, will decorate their table with fall colors, gourds, little itty bitty pumpkins, to teach and remind us in that time in history. Yes, pumpkins are not only for the last day in the month of October. The other symbolisms are the Lulav and Etrog.
Lulav...two willow branches and three myrtle branches are bound together. Etrog (citron), a sweet smelling citrus grown in Israel . Four species are shaken by a person using their entire body in six directions signifying that G-d is found everywhere in many directions. On the 8th night, we light once again a Yahrzeit (Memorial Candle) for our beloved's. Once again, part of the 4 times a year we light a Yahrzeit including the Anniversary. Chag Sameach Sukkot

The Traveling Rabbi is On The Go! Local and Destination Ceremonies.

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 05:11:53 GMT

Being available for those that need services officiating a Jewish Wedding ceremony, for all couples, Jewish, where one partner is not Jewish, and same sex couples wanting the Chuppah (wedding canopy), blessing over the wine, breaking the glass and all the beautiful customs and traditions of our faith. Rabbi Andrea Frank is on it, ready to go. She is becoming known as the Traveling Rabbi since ceremonies has taken this Rabbi beyond her neighborhood to amazing destinations. Westchester County (NY), Long Island, New York City, Connecticut, Northern New York to Rochester, to Virginia, Atlanta, Florida, Cancun, Mexico. Couples call upon Rabbi Andrea Frank from Washington, D.C., Tennessee, Chicago, Texas, and California. Travels have taken this Rabbi to Europe, Paris, France, and Germany for American families residing there. All those that call upon this Rabbi to travel knew it is customary to provide arrangements for transportation in the air, on the road, a place to rest and to the local airport to travel out of town. It is a joy and delight to engage with her couples as they begin their lives in marriage including their families. In New York are the couples not only seeking this Rabbi for their Jewish wedding, also their Civil Ceremony with no religious affiliation. Most do not know that Clergy are required to be registered in New York to marry and sign the couple's New York State's Marriage License. Some cannot look beyond the title of Rabbi especially when they are not Jewish, but when they do, they receive the most beautiful, romantic moment that stops time and unites each in marriage. Just what they had envisioned. A Civil Wedding can take place anywhere and Rabbi Andrea is known for her details making sure the background frames each couple's special day, with love in the air. Celebrity wedding planners have called upon Rabbi Andrea Frank to officiate as well. As an officiant, she knows that all needs to be confidential. For all couples, it is a private moment with their guests and friends present, and most give permission to post photos from her personal photo album. Rabbi Andrea loves sharing the joys of marriage for G-d has blessed each and everyone uniting two hearts into one. Beautiful weddings for all couples and Rabbi Andrea Frank enjoys each and every one of them near her hometown and miles away for a destination ceremony. Enjoy planning your extra special day and always remember, it is your marriage from the ceremony that is the importance of your day no matter where the details take you. All her best, Rabbi Andrea Frank

Happy New Year 5772

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 02:49:28 GMT

Beautiful Video with a message, music and an uplifting ending at the 4 minute timeline to make you smile.

Bat Mitzvah Bimah, Traveling Ark

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 20:29:33 GMT

Mazel Tov! Rabbi Andrea's student, Ilyse became a Bat Mitzvah. She was taught and prepared for her coming of age Bat Mitzvah Shabbat Havdalah Ceremony. Her beautiful Bimah was created to resememble a temple sanctuary Bimah and Ark, all the elements needed. A Shabbat and Havdalah prayer service can take place anywhere as long as we meet the requirement of a Minyan (10 over the age of 13). Her family and friends indeed fulfilled. She led a beautiful prayer service and ended Shabbat with our symbolic Havdalah ceremony (candle, spices and wine).

Garden Jewish Wedding Ceremony

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 19:33:11 GMT

A garden Jewish wedding ceremony with nature surrounding the bride and groom under the Chuppah. Creation is the theme of a Jewish wedding ceremony preserving the beautiful customs and traditions. The Wedding Garden in the Queens Botantical Gardens with the weather just right was the venue for Rabbi Andrea's wedding couple being blessed as they were united in marriage.

For the Bar Bat Mitzvah Moms - the Mitzvah Song

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 23:43:51 GMT

Lets be realistic, its the Moms behind the students becoming a Bar Mitzvah or Bat Mitzvah. They plan, shop, choose, decide, worry, stress, car pool, and some how, get it all done. Mazel Tov! Enjoy this video made for the Bar Bat Mitzvah Moms created by the Bar Mitzvah Bat Mitzvah Moms.

Yemin Moshe Magic

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 02:20:51 GMT

Our ketubah was specially designed for us by Batya Weinstock, depicting the scene in which my fiance proposed. It includes a painting of a home in Yemin

Remembering Sandy

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 02:10:38 GMT

I miss you Mom... It seems like we spoke on the phone just yesterday. You would not believe how handsome and mature the boys have gotten... Steve & I

My Dear Husband Simon Bloch July 12th 1956- Sept 18th 2002

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 02:08:44 GMT

Words don't begin to express how much you are loved and missed. You were taken so young from us. Your light will always shine in our family. See you one

Did You Know.... on Erev Yom Kippur, Kol Nidre

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 02:07:03 GMT

Erev Yom Kippur is approaching this Friday evening and of course, it is also Shabbat. Our custom on Erev Yom Kippur is to light a Yahrzeit (memorial candle) for our beloved's that have past on. No, your not confused, it just so happens memorial candles (yahrzeits) are lit 4 times a year plus the Anniversary, called Yahrzeit, when that beloved has past. If you do not have yah...rzeit candles, you can usually see them for sale at your local supermarket now. And.... if you do happen to light Shabbat candles, the Yahrzeit (memorial candle) is lit before you light your Shabbat candles. Have an easy fast.

L'Shanah Tovah Tikatevu- Jewish New Year

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 17:12:03 GMT

We greet and say to one another L'Shanah Tovah Tikatevu - a Happy, Healthy, Good and Sweet Jewish New Year to all those celebrating. Adding Tikatevu - May you be inscribed in the Book of Life for a good year. For those whose hearts are heavy, find comfort knowing you are still blessed each and every day that you wake and open your eyes seeing G-d's creation all around you. Sh'ma Yisrael. Rosh Hashanah welcomes the Jewish New Year on the Jewish Hebrew Calendar 1 Tishri 5772 at sundown. All Shabbat, Jewish Holidays and significant days begin and ends after the sun sets. L'Dor V'Dor - may we preserve our beautiful traditions and customs from Generation to Generation Amen

Traveling Torah

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 23:01:05 GMT

Her traveling Torah was ordered from Israel and it traveled from Israel to its home in New York. It travels locally in the tri-state area, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and now it embarked on adding miles to its travel log once again. Recently, this traveling Torah made the trip overseas to Europe. It assisted Rabbi Andrea Frank's student to become a Bat Mitzvah of which she read her Torah portion for that Shabbat on her special day. She held it high with such pride and confidence for she knew she fulfilled her obligation. This student's family did not have the resources in Europe for a Rabbi to teach, train, prepare and officiate for her special coming of age ceremony. The Virtual Classroom has once again reached overseas and fulfilled a Mitzvah for her to become a Bat Mitzvah, the daughter of the commandment. The Traveling Torah and Rabbi Andrea smiled knowing what the two was able to achieve. Working together to bring another student closer to their hertiage as she begins her next path of life being counted in the Jewish Community. Remembering all she learned knowing G-d is with her, in all the directions that her path of life takes her. Mazel Tov!