Rabbi Ari Kostelitz
Raised in Sydney, Australia, Rabbi Kostelitz studied at Yeshiva College and continued his learning at Chasam Sofer Yeshiva in Bnei Brak and Beth Medrash Govoha in Lakewood, New Jersey, where he met his wife, Toby.
After returning to Israel in 1994, he continued his studies at Mir Yeshiva and taught adult learners at Ohr Somayach. He received semichah from Rabbi Moshe Heinemann and the Beis Din of Jerusalem.
In 2005, he moved to Oak Park to assist Rav Chazkel Grubner, of blessed memory, and became the shul's spiritual leader after Rav Grubner's passing. He is regularly called upon by rabbanim, community leaders and families for guidance, support and inspiration.
