Sasson Pochtar was raised in a vibrant Jewish Messianic home, the son of Israeli pastors Israel and Vicky Pochtar. Growing up in an atmosphere of worship, service, and faith, he became involved in ministry from a young age. By his bar mitzvah, Sasson was already serving in Beit Hallel’s youth ministry, worship team, evangelism outreaches, and various congregation activities.

At 18, Sasson was drafted into the Israel Defense Forces, where he served until the age of 22. During his military service, God began stirring a deep calling toward ministry in his heart. After completing his service, Sasson followed that calling to “Word of Life” Bible School in Uppsala, Sweden, where he devoted himself to biblical studies and spiritual formation.

Upon returning to Israel, Sasson joined the senior leadership team of Beit Hallel Congregation in Ashdod. Since then, he has served faithfully across many areas — worship, youth ministry, teaching, and Beit Hallel’s broad humanitarian work among new immigrant families, single mothers, Holocaust Survivors, and underserved communities.

In July 2017, Sasson married Sophie, and together they are now raising three young daughters, filling their home with joy, laughter, and a love for God’s house.

Today, Pastor Sasson serves as Beit Hallel’s youth pastor and as assistant to Senior Pastor Israel Pochtar. He is also active beyond the congregation, frequently preaching and ministering in churches, congregations, and conferences throughout Israel and abroad. His passion is to raise up a new generation of believers who are rooted in the Word, strong in worship, and bold in their faith.