Staff
The Bensalem Kollel and Outreach Center is privileged to have an amazing, warm, and knowledgeable staff of dynamic men and women who are dedicated to serve our community.
Their presence and warmth illuminates the lives of all who they come into contact with.
Rabbi Moshe & Malky
Travitsky
Born in Harrisburg, PA, Rabbi Travitsky attended Mirrer Yeshiva in Brooklyn, NY and Yeshivas Mir in Jerusalem. He continued his studies at Beth Medrash Govoha in Lakewood, NJ, where he received his Rabbinical Ordination (Semicha).
In 1987 he married his wife Malky (nee Fendel) from Forest Hills, NY. Malky studied at Bais Yaakov Seminary in Jerusalem and holds a BS in Computer Science from Queens College. In 1996 Rabbi Travitsky assumed the position as Rabbi of Kehillas Bnai Shalom in Bensalem. Shortly thereafter he embarked upon a campaign to build the Bucks County Mikvah and founded the Bensalem Community Kollel and the Bensalem Jewish Outreach Center.
Malky runs the busy Travitsky household and the BJOC office. She also directs all the women's Outreach activity in the community.
In 1987 he married his wife Malky (nee Fendel) from Forest Hills, NY. Malky studied at Bais Yaakov Seminary in Jerusalem and holds a BS in Computer Science from Queens College. In 1996 Rabbi Travitsky assumed the position as Rabbi of Kehillas Bnai Shalom in Bensalem. Shortly thereafter he embarked upon a campaign to build the Bucks County Mikvah and founded the Bensalem Community Kollel and the Bensalem Jewish Outreach Center.
Malky runs the busy Travitsky household and the BJOC office. She also directs all the women's Outreach activity in the community.
Rabbi Naftali & Tzirel Leah
Biron
Rabbi Naftali Biron was born in Los Angeles, CA. He spent his younger years learning in Yeshivas Toras Chaim in Lakewood and then Yeshiva Gedola of Patterson before moving on to study in Yeshivas Ner Moshe in Eretz Yisroel.
In 2009 he married Tzirel Leah, nee Travitsky, the oldest daughter of Rabbi Travitsky. They lived in Lakewood where he learned for 4 years in BMG and 10 years in Rabbi Moshe Shimon Shapiro's kollel.
In 2019 Rabbi Biron joined the kollel as Sgan Rosh Kollel, and in 2025 the Biron's moved into Bensalem with their family. They have joined the community with a huge passion to spread Torah throughout the community.
In 2009 he married Tzirel Leah, nee Travitsky, the oldest daughter of Rabbi Travitsky. They lived in Lakewood where he learned for 4 years in BMG and 10 years in Rabbi Moshe Shimon Shapiro's kollel.
In 2019 Rabbi Biron joined the kollel as Sgan Rosh Kollel, and in 2025 the Biron's moved into Bensalem with their family. They have joined the community with a huge passion to spread Torah throughout the community.
Rabbi Yitzchok & Shulamis
Berlin
Yitzchak grew up in Scranton PA, where he attended the Scranton Hebrew Day School. He
continued to learn at the local Yeshiva Beth Moshe for 8 years, and then under Rabbi Tzvi
Kaplan in Yerushalayim. Upon his return to the US, he joined BMG in Lakewood. That summer
he married Shulamis Rothstein. Shulamis of Brooklyn, NY, is trained in graphics design. After
learning in Bais Medrash Govoha for four and half years, the Berlins moved to Bensalem, with
Yitzchak joining the Kollel. Shulamis started a new business in Bensalem called Dippit where
she makes and sells delicious fresh dips weekly. She is also the director of the new girls
summer sleepaway camp, Menucha.
Yitzchok and Shulamis have four adorable children, Dovid, Leeba Shaindel,Yisrael and Shmuel Chaim. The Berlins are excited with their move back to Pennsylvania and enjoy being very involved in the Bensalem community. They have chosen to make Kiruv and Jewish education their life's mission.
Yitzchok and Shulamis have four adorable children, Dovid, Leeba Shaindel,Yisrael and Shmuel Chaim. The Berlins are excited with their move back to Pennsylvania and enjoy being very involved in the Bensalem community. They have chosen to make Kiruv and Jewish education their life's mission.
Rabbi Ephraim & KB
Beshansky
Ephraim was raised in Teaneck, NJ. After finishing Mesivta in the summer of 2002, his family made Aliya to Israel where they currently reside, in HarNof. There Ephraim studied in Yeshivas Toras Simcha and in Yeshivas Mir.
In 2007, Ephraim married his wife, Kayla Bracha aka KB (nee Katz), who is originally from Philadelphia, PA.
They lived in Israel for three years where Ephraim continued to learn in Yeshivas Mir and in Ohr Sameach in the OhrLagolah Program.
They moved to Bensalem in 2010 and are very happy to be a part of such a wonderful community. After learning in the Bensalem Kollel, Ephraim now works at SwartzCulleton law firm. KB teaches in Politz Hebrew Academy and gives many classes for Bensalem's Women's Café Connect program and many other outreach events. They have four beautiful children, Devora Ita, Eliyahu, Naama and Yael . Ephraim and KB bought a home in Bensalem and look forward to being involved in the community for many years to come.
In 2007, Ephraim married his wife, Kayla Bracha aka KB (nee Katz), who is originally from Philadelphia, PA.
They lived in Israel for three years where Ephraim continued to learn in Yeshivas Mir and in Ohr Sameach in the OhrLagolah Program.
They moved to Bensalem in 2010 and are very happy to be a part of such a wonderful community. After learning in the Bensalem Kollel, Ephraim now works at SwartzCulleton law firm. KB teaches in Politz Hebrew Academy and gives many classes for Bensalem's Women's Café Connect program and many other outreach events. They have four beautiful children, Devora Ita, Eliyahu, Naama and Yael . Ephraim and KB bought a home in Bensalem and look forward to being involved in the community for many years to come.
Rabbi Chaim Ozer & Frayda
Kahn
Chaim Ozer Kahn is excited to return to his hometown as a member of the Bensalem Jewish Outreach Center Kollel, alongside his wife, Frayda (née Gold, originally from Passaic, NJ).
Chaim Ozer grew up in Bensalem, attending Politz Hebrew Academy in Philadelphia. He then went on to learn at the Yeshiva of Staten Island for his Mesivta and Beis Medrash years, before traveling to Eretz Yisrael to learn in the Mir Yeshiva.
Following their marriage, the Kahns spent seven wonderful years in Eretz Yisrael. During this time, Chaim Ozer continued learning in Kollel under Rabbi Shraga Kallus, receiving Semicha from him, and spent the last three years in the Aish Kollel, where he received Semicha from Rabbi Yitzchak Berkowitz.
Alongside her husband’s learning, Frayda built a successful career as a talented sheitel macher and recently became a certified Kallah teacher, reflecting her deep passion for teaching.
Now back in Bensalem with their three children, the Kahns look forward to anchoring themselves in the community, building warm connections, and sharing the beauty and depth of Torah with the neighborhood.
Chaim Ozer grew up in Bensalem, attending Politz Hebrew Academy in Philadelphia. He then went on to learn at the Yeshiva of Staten Island for his Mesivta and Beis Medrash years, before traveling to Eretz Yisrael to learn in the Mir Yeshiva.
Following their marriage, the Kahns spent seven wonderful years in Eretz Yisrael. During this time, Chaim Ozer continued learning in Kollel under Rabbi Shraga Kallus, receiving Semicha from him, and spent the last three years in the Aish Kollel, where he received Semicha from Rabbi Yitzchak Berkowitz.
Alongside her husband’s learning, Frayda built a successful career as a talented sheitel macher and recently became a certified Kallah teacher, reflecting her deep passion for teaching.
Now back in Bensalem with their three children, the Kahns look forward to anchoring themselves in the community, building warm connections, and sharing the beauty and depth of Torah with the neighborhood.
Dr. Eliezer & Shaindy
Katz
Eliezer grew up in Monsey, NY, and attended Yeshivas Ohr Naftoli in New Windsor, NY, for high school. After studying in Israel at Yeshivas Tehillas Shlomo, he attended Yeshivas Ohr Yisroel in Brooklyn while completing his college degree in the evenings at Touro University.
In 2020, Eliezer moved to Tucson, Arizona, to study at the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine. In August 2021, he married Shaindy (nee Blumenthal) of Brooklyn, NY, who joined him in Tucson. Upon Eliezer's graduation from veterinary school in 2024, the Katzes relocated to Bensalem.
Following Pesach 2026, Eliezer joined the Kollel for the morning seder, while dedicating his afternoons to owning and operating his private practice, Unique Veterinary Boutique, a premium veterinary house call service. Shaindy works as an occupational therapist at the Jenkintown School District.
Together with their adorable toddler daughter, Shulamis, the Katzes love being part of the warm Bensalem community and look forward to contributing to its vibrant future.
In 2020, Eliezer moved to Tucson, Arizona, to study at the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine. In August 2021, he married Shaindy (nee Blumenthal) of Brooklyn, NY, who joined him in Tucson. Upon Eliezer's graduation from veterinary school in 2024, the Katzes relocated to Bensalem.
Following Pesach 2026, Eliezer joined the Kollel for the morning seder, while dedicating his afternoons to owning and operating his private practice, Unique Veterinary Boutique, a premium veterinary house call service. Shaindy works as an occupational therapist at the Jenkintown School District.
Together with their adorable toddler daughter, Shulamis, the Katzes love being part of the warm Bensalem community and look forward to contributing to its vibrant future.
Rabbi Moishe & Lea
Kessler
Moishe and Lea (Riesel) Kessler both grew up in North Miami Beach, Florida. Moishe attended Yeshiva Chofetz Chaim in Miami for high school and then continued his learning in Lakewood under Rabbi Velvel Mintz, with whom he remains very close. He later learned in Torah Vodaath under Rabbi Yitzchok Lichtenstein. After getting married, Moishe and Lea settled in Lakewood, where they began raising their family and welcomed their two daughters, Malka and Tova, before eventually moving to Bensalem.
Lea is currently a preschool Morah at the Bensalem Preschool, where she enjoys working with and inspiring young children.
In Bensalem, Moishe serves as an Outreach Director and Kollel Rabbi. Moishe and Lea are excited to be part of the growing Bensalem Jewish community and look forward to contributing to its continued growth and development.
Lea is currently a preschool Morah at the Bensalem Preschool, where she enjoys working with and inspiring young children.
In Bensalem, Moishe serves as an Outreach Director and Kollel Rabbi. Moishe and Lea are excited to be part of the growing Bensalem Jewish community and look forward to contributing to its continued growth and development.
Rabbi Shlomo & Pnina
Kohn
Shlomo grew up in Lakewood, NJ. He attended Yeshiva Shaarei Tevunah in Yerushalayim for three years, where he formed a close relationship with his Rosh Yeshiva, R’ Elya Levin shlita. Upon returning to the United States, he joined Yeshiva Derech Chaim in Brooklyn, NY, where he continued his learning.
In 2013, Shlomo married Pnina Globman of Philadelphia. Pnina is an alumna of BYA Seminary in Yerushalayim and earned a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Touro College in New York.
In April 2017, Shlomo and Pnina moved to Bensalem to join the Kollel and become more involved in Jewish outreach. In June 2020, Shlomo assumed the position of Outreach Director. In 2024, Shlomo moved on from his role as Outreach Director. He and his family remained in Bensalem, where they have happily settled and feel fortunate to call the community home.
Shlomo enjoys meeting new people, playing guitar, and spending time with his family. Pnina enjoys learning with other women and being involved in the Café Connect women’s events.
Shlomo and Pnina have seven beautiful children, K”AH, and feel privileged to be part of such a warm and welcoming community.
In 2013, Shlomo married Pnina Globman of Philadelphia. Pnina is an alumna of BYA Seminary in Yerushalayim and earned a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Touro College in New York.
In April 2017, Shlomo and Pnina moved to Bensalem to join the Kollel and become more involved in Jewish outreach. In June 2020, Shlomo assumed the position of Outreach Director. In 2024, Shlomo moved on from his role as Outreach Director. He and his family remained in Bensalem, where they have happily settled and feel fortunate to call the community home.
Shlomo enjoys meeting new people, playing guitar, and spending time with his family. Pnina enjoys learning with other women and being involved in the Café Connect women’s events.
Shlomo and Pnina have seven beautiful children, K”AH, and feel privileged to be part of such a warm and welcoming community.
Rabbi Ahron & Sussie
Marks
Ahron Marks grew up in Baltimore, MD, attending Talmudical Academy of Baltimore (TA) and Yeshiva
Gedola Shaarei Shmuel in Lakewood. After learning by R’ Tzvi Kaplan in Eretz Yisroel, Ahron returned to
Lakewood to continue his studies in YGSS.
In August of 2019, Ahron married Sussie (Pollack), who grew up in Chicago, attended Bais Yaakov and went to Tiferes Bnos Yaakov Seminary in Eretz Yisroel. Upon returning, Sussie got her BA in Judaic Studies, with minors in Math and Education, at Blitstein Institute. Ahron and Sussie spent their first two years of marriage in Lakewood. Ahron joined the Bensalem Kollel in May 2022 and Sussie is working as one of the babysitters in the community.
Ahron and Sussie have 2 children, a son, Eliyahu Shmuel and a baby daughter Shifra.
In August of 2019, Ahron married Sussie (Pollack), who grew up in Chicago, attended Bais Yaakov and went to Tiferes Bnos Yaakov Seminary in Eretz Yisroel. Upon returning, Sussie got her BA in Judaic Studies, with minors in Math and Education, at Blitstein Institute. Ahron and Sussie spent their first two years of marriage in Lakewood. Ahron joined the Bensalem Kollel in May 2022 and Sussie is working as one of the babysitters in the community.
Ahron and Sussie have 2 children, a son, Eliyahu Shmuel and a baby daughter Shifra.
Rabbi Daniel Osher & Batsheva
Miller
Daniel Osher was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. After attending Yeshiva in Baltimore and Cleveland, he continued on to Eretz Yisroel to learn in Yeshivas Kodshim.
He returned to the States and married Batsheva (née Rosenberg), who grew up in Northeast Philadelphia. They lived in Israel for two years, where Daniel Osher studied in Mir Yeshiva. In the summer of 2019, the Millers moved to Bensalem to join the growing Kollel and community.
In 2024, Daniel assumed the position of Director of Outreach and Programming. In this capacity, he coordinates the many Torah learning partnerships and classes, runs the Bucks County Hebrew School, and facilitates the many year-round programs at the Outreach Center.
Daniel Osher enjoys stimulating discussions and meeting new people, as well as cooking for Shabbos. Batsheva works full-time as an accountant and enjoys spending time with family and welcoming guests into their home. Together with their adorable children, Esti, Yehudis, Shlomo, and Miriam, the Millers have become an integral and beloved part of the Bensalem community.
He returned to the States and married Batsheva (née Rosenberg), who grew up in Northeast Philadelphia. They lived in Israel for two years, where Daniel Osher studied in Mir Yeshiva. In the summer of 2019, the Millers moved to Bensalem to join the growing Kollel and community.
In 2024, Daniel assumed the position of Director of Outreach and Programming. In this capacity, he coordinates the many Torah learning partnerships and classes, runs the Bucks County Hebrew School, and facilitates the many year-round programs at the Outreach Center.
Daniel Osher enjoys stimulating discussions and meeting new people, as well as cooking for Shabbos. Batsheva works full-time as an accountant and enjoys spending time with family and welcoming guests into their home. Together with their adorable children, Esti, Yehudis, Shlomo, and Miriam, the Millers have become an integral and beloved part of the Bensalem community.
Rabbi Yisroel Zev & Riki
Monczyk
Yisroel Zev grew up in Far Rockaway, NY.
He attended Beis Medrash Mayan HaTorah in Lakewood for three years, where he developed a very close relationship with his Rosh Yeshiva, Rav A.M. Neuman shlita. He then moved on to Mir Yerushalayim for close to two years before marrying Riki Leiter of Lakewood, an alumna of Hadar Seminary of Yerushalayim.
They spent the first four-plus years of their married life in Yerushalayim, with Yisroel Zev continuing to learn by his Rebbi, R’ Yehuda Waschal shlita, in the Mir, while Riki worked in a playgroup.
During those four years, they were blessed with two wonderful children.
In the summer of 2025, they moved to Bensalem. Yisroel Zev joined the Kollel, while Riki took a position as a Morah for the four-year-old class.
He attended Beis Medrash Mayan HaTorah in Lakewood for three years, where he developed a very close relationship with his Rosh Yeshiva, Rav A.M. Neuman shlita. He then moved on to Mir Yerushalayim for close to two years before marrying Riki Leiter of Lakewood, an alumna of Hadar Seminary of Yerushalayim.
They spent the first four-plus years of their married life in Yerushalayim, with Yisroel Zev continuing to learn by his Rebbi, R’ Yehuda Waschal shlita, in the Mir, while Riki worked in a playgroup.
During those four years, they were blessed with two wonderful children.
In the summer of 2025, they moved to Bensalem. Yisroel Zev joined the Kollel, while Riki took a position as a Morah for the four-year-old class.
Rabbi Eli & Shevy
Rand
Eli was born and raised in Toronto, ON. He studied in Yeshivas Ner Yisroel of Toronto, in Mesivta of Belmar, Lakewood East in Israel, and then BMG. In 2007 he married his wife, Shevy (nee Weinreich) who grew up in Boro Park, NY. She graduated from Adelphi University with a Master's of Sciencein Speech Language Pathology.
They both share a passion for outreach and involvement with Jews of all backgrounds. After living in Lakewood for a few years they moved to Bensalem where Eli joined the Bensalem Kollel.
Shortly thereafter, Eli became the Executive Director of BJOC and is currently the head chef at Bais Medrash Govoha of Lakewood NJ. Their Shabbos table is the talk of town, as one after another, people have enjoyed the delicious food and their warmth. Their outgoing personalities have endeared them to the entire community.
They are blessed with five beautiful children, Leah, Chaim, Shmuli, Esther and Perel. Eli & Shevy bought a house in Bensalem and are looking forward to living there for many years to come!
They both share a passion for outreach and involvement with Jews of all backgrounds. After living in Lakewood for a few years they moved to Bensalem where Eli joined the Bensalem Kollel.
Shortly thereafter, Eli became the Executive Director of BJOC and is currently the head chef at Bais Medrash Govoha of Lakewood NJ. Their Shabbos table is the talk of town, as one after another, people have enjoyed the delicious food and their warmth. Their outgoing personalities have endeared them to the entire community.
They are blessed with five beautiful children, Leah, Chaim, Shmuli, Esther and Perel. Eli & Shevy bought a house in Bensalem and are looking forward to living there for many years to come!
Rabbi Shragi & Elisheva
Small
Shragi was born and raised in Manhattan, NY. After attending Mesivta Tiferes Jerusalem and Yeshiva Gedolah Be’erHatorah, he continued on to Eretz Yisroel to learn in Yeshivas Kodshim.
He returned to the states and married Elisheva (nee Cohen) who grew up in Lakewood, NJ. They lived in Lakewood, NJ for two year with Shragi learning in BaisMedrashGovoha. Shragi and Elisheva moved to Bensalem, in April 2022. They have 2 beautiful children, Yechiel and Tzivia. Shragi is a proud member of the Bensalem Kollel and Elisheva works full time as a graphic designer and loves being a part of the Bensalem Community.The Smalls are driven to help Jews in any way that is needed and are very beloved by the community.
He returned to the states and married Elisheva (nee Cohen) who grew up in Lakewood, NJ. They lived in Lakewood, NJ for two year with Shragi learning in BaisMedrashGovoha. Shragi and Elisheva moved to Bensalem, in April 2022. They have 2 beautiful children, Yechiel and Tzivia. Shragi is a proud member of the Bensalem Kollel and Elisheva works full time as a graphic designer and loves being a part of the Bensalem Community.The Smalls are driven to help Jews in any way that is needed and are very beloved by the community.
Rabbi Avi (Avrohom Meir) & Shifra
Sorscher
Avi grew up in Lakewood, NJ, until the age of twelve, when his family moved to Detroit, Michigan. He attended Yeshiva Gedolah of Detroit for high school and Beis Medrash, and then continued his learning at Bais Medrash Govoha in Lakewood. After marrying Shifra Zuckerman of Brooklyn, NY, Avi and Shifra moved to Eretz Yisrael, where Avi continued learning at the Mir Yerushalayim for two and a half years.
Avi and Shifra are blessed with boy-and-girl twins as their oldest children, followed by two more daughters, bli ayin hara.
In 2025, Avi and Shifra moved to Bensalem to join the warm and growing community and become part of the amazing work of the Bensalem Jewish Outreach Center. They are passionate about sharing the beauty of Jewish heritage and helping others discover the richness of Jewish life, while building meaningful relationships with Jews from all backgrounds.
Avi and Shifra are blessed with boy-and-girl twins as their oldest children, followed by two more daughters, bli ayin hara.
In 2025, Avi and Shifra moved to Bensalem to join the warm and growing community and become part of the amazing work of the Bensalem Jewish Outreach Center. They are passionate about sharing the beauty of Jewish heritage and helping others discover the richness of Jewish life, while building meaningful relationships with Jews from all backgrounds.
Rabbi Boruch & Malky
Sorscher
Boruch learned in Yeshiva Chemdas HaTorah in Lakewood, NJ. He then learned in Yeshivas
Nesivos Aharon in Israel. After his marriage to Malky (nee Sendler) he continued learning in
Nesivos Aharon. After living in Israel for a few months they moved to Lakewood, NJ. Boruch
learned in Bais Medrash Govoha for 2 years. Malky works in medical billing for a Lakewood
company.
Boruch and Malky moved to Bensalem in 2020 where Boruch joined the Bensalem Kollel. They appreciate the warm, friendly community and actively participate in many ways in all community events.
Boruch and Malky moved to Bensalem in 2020 where Boruch joined the Bensalem Kollel. They appreciate the warm, friendly community and actively participate in many ways in all community events.
Rabbi Shabsi & Miriam
Sorscher
Shabsi was born and raised in Lakewood, NJ. He was one of the founding pupils of Yeshivas Orchos Chaim in Monsey, and then moved on to study in Mirrer Yeshiva in Brooklyn, NY.
Shabsi married Miriam (nee Zimmerman) from Seagate, NY. After living in Flatbush, NY for a few months they moved to Lakewood, NJ. Shabsi learned in BaisMedrashGovoha for three and a half years. In 2011 the Sorschers moved to Bensalem, with Shabsi joining the Kollel and Miriam serving as the Preschool teacher. They are very involved in the community - both with outreach as well as with other community concerns. Shabsi enjoys learning and teaching Torah. He is a licensed social worker and specializes in couples therapy, helping many with Shalom Bayis issues. Shabsi is currently learning in the Kollel and working as a therapist. His wife Miriam has proven herself to be an outstanding Preschool teacher who has won the love and admiration of her students, as well as of their parents.
They are blessed with seven lovely children, Chaya Faiga, Shayna Rochel, Nechama Leeba, Batsheva, Shlomo, Tziporah and Yisroel Meir.
Shabsi married Miriam (nee Zimmerman) from Seagate, NY. After living in Flatbush, NY for a few months they moved to Lakewood, NJ. Shabsi learned in BaisMedrashGovoha for three and a half years. In 2011 the Sorschers moved to Bensalem, with Shabsi joining the Kollel and Miriam serving as the Preschool teacher. They are very involved in the community - both with outreach as well as with other community concerns. Shabsi enjoys learning and teaching Torah. He is a licensed social worker and specializes in couples therapy, helping many with Shalom Bayis issues. Shabsi is currently learning in the Kollel and working as a therapist. His wife Miriam has proven herself to be an outstanding Preschool teacher who has won the love and admiration of her students, as well as of their parents.
They are blessed with seven lovely children, Chaya Faiga, Shayna Rochel, Nechama Leeba, Batsheva, Shlomo, Tziporah and Yisroel Meir.
Mrs. Faigy
kahn
Mrs. Faigy Kahn nee Goldman from Washington Heights is the attendant of the Bucks County Mikvah, in that capacity she ensures that the mikvah maintains its high standard of beauty.
