Ralph Messer is a dynamic public speaker, an influential teacher, a compelling author, a successful businessman, and an entrepreneur. His educational background includes degrees in accounting and business administration. For 25 years he was a regional vice-president of a Fortune 500 company, where the focus was loss control and safety engineering, with commercial auditing and finance review in banking and credit-based industries.

In addition, Ralph is committed to raising awareness about the importance of Israel, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), and the Israeli-Jewish culture and lifestyle—as they are all an integral part of a country which is now becoming the next Silicon Valley and MIT of the world in global technology related to education. By using the ethics, principles, and educational models offered in the Torah, Ralph Messer’s passion is to inspire others—regardless of religious affiliation or background—to connect with, invest in, and support the Land of Israel.

Ralph Messer is the founder and president of Simchat Torah Beit Midrash®, an organization that has developed digital platforms, specializing in learning and business experience. Public speaking, internet, television, radio, digital media, DVDs, CDs, and literature, all play a part in the Simchat Torah Beit Midrash® outreach effort.

Simchat Torah means “Joy of God’s Teaching and Instruction.” Beit Midrash means “House of Study.” Simchat Torah Beit Midrash® (STBM) offers just that: joy in study.

Simchat Torah Beit Midrash®, led by Ralph Messer, is on a mission to enrich American culture by instilling essential life skills grounded in the principles of the Torah. Their approach focuses on fostering values and principles of character, honor, and integrity. By emphasizing the significance of these qualities, STBM aims to inspire individuals to lead lives that can positively impact the world, and cultivate a society where individuals strive for excellence and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

The focus on family and children is paramount in STBM’s mission. They believe that instilling these values from a young age is crucial for building a future generation that upholds the principles of character, honor, and integrity. Through educational programs and community initiatives, STBM works to reinforce the bonds of family, promoting a nurturing environment where these values can flourish.

In essence, STBM and Ralph Messer envision a world where the teachings derived from the Torah guide individuals to live with purpose and contribute to the betterment of society. By integrating this wisdom into everyday life, they aim to promote a culture that honors God and His Words, fostering a more just and compassionate world.

Rediscover the Beauty of God’s Instruction

At Simchat Torah Beit Midrash® (STBM), we believe God’s Word was never intended to be simply read—it was given to be understood, lived, and passed from one generation to the next. Our mission is to help people discover the richness of the Torah and the Hebrew foundations of Scripture so they can know God more deeply, live with greater purpose, and faithfully apply His instruction in every area of life. We are an international ministry dedicated to biblical education, discipleship, worship, and community. Through in-person gatherings, online education, conferences, television, and global outreach, we are equipping people around the world to explore the Scriptures through the language, history, culture, and context in which they were given.

Ralph Messer is also the founder and president of the International Center for Torah Studies™! At ICTS™, we invite students to explore the Scriptures through the Hebrew foundations from which they were given. We believe the Torah provides the foundation that helps illuminate the unity, wisdom, and purpose woven throughout Scripture. When the foundation becomes clear, the Bible comes alive.

ICTS™ combines thoughtful scholarship with practical application.
Every course includes:
• Up to 30 professionally taught video lessons
• Companion Workbooks™
• Full-color Companion Textbooks™
• Interactive review tools
• A sequential ten-course curriculum that builds lasting understanding
Whether studying online or in a local classroom, students progress through a carefully designed educational journey that equips them to explore Scripture with confidence.

Ralph Messer is also the founder and president of the International Center for Torah Studies™, whose mission is to build a foundation for men and women to reach their potential and successfully grow in a global economy and culture. Throughout the world, he has set up learning centers in order to teach authentic business principles, as well as fundamental moral principles.

Additionally, Ralph Messer is the current founder and owner of a television network (Torah.TV), which is globally based, using satellite and over 30 television stations which are owned and facilitated out of Parker, Colorado, in the United States of America.

Introducing the TorahTV App. Every detail within the new layout and function has been used as an opportunity to set new standards in design, quality, and engineering, ensuring that it will deliver an uncompromising performance like never before. The core of this application has been sculpted, reinforced, made durable, and then brought to life in a whole new way. It’s designed to surpass prerequisites and provide all of the top-rated STBM go-to’s in one place, without requiring an updated submission. More efficient than ever before, with optimized function, this system combines cutting edge technology and provides the customer with faster response and quality: Just. Like. That. This new addition to Simchat Torah Beit Midrash® has been pushed to extremes, ensuring that each part is worthy of the name.

Through STBM, ICTS™, RRM™, TorahTV, and so much more, Ralph Messer aims to:

  • motivate people to reach their potential so that they will find themselves and their businesses operating at new, extraordinary levels
  • actively reach out to people in order to teach, encourage, and strengthen them to be leaders and to have moral character and attributes
  • train people to be integral and successful in business
  • promote and encourage healthy family life
  • foster community and economic growth

Why is this so important to him? Great question! It’s because in improving their lives, they will, in turn, improve the world. We may not be able to change the world alone, but together, we can do anything.

What Makes STBM Different?
We believe the Bible tells one unified story. Every covenant. Every appointed time. Every prophet. Every Hebrew word. Every instruction. Together they reveal God’s character, His wisdom, and His plan for humanity. Our approach is rooted in studying Scripture through its Hebrew foundation, allowing the Bible to interpret itself while appreciating the historical and cultural setting in which it was written. Rather than studying isolated passages, we encourage students to discover the remarkable connections that unite the Scriptures into one extraordinary narrative.

Our Mission
Our mission is simple: To inspire people to know God’s Word more deeply, live it more faithfully, and share it with confidence. Everything we do is centered around this mission.

• Teach the Torah and the Hebrew foundations of Scripture with clarity and integrity.
• Equip believers to study God’s Word with confidence and understanding.
• Strengthen individuals, marriages, and families through biblical wisdom.
• Raise up servant leaders marked by humility, integrity, and purpose.
• Foster communities where worship, discipleship, and authentic relationships flourish.
• Encourage a lifelong love for God’s instruction and faithful living.

Living What We Learn
Faith was never intended to remain an academic pursuit. At STBM, we believe God’s instruction comes alive when it is lived. That is why our community gathers each week for Shabbat, celebrates the biblical appointed times, studies the Scriptures together, serves one another, and seeks to apply biblical principles in everyday life. The biblical festivals—including Passover, Unleavened Bread, Firstfruits, Shavuot, Yom Teruah, Yom Kippur, and Sukkot—provide meaningful opportunities to worship, learn, celebrate, and remember God’s faithfulness throughout history. These gatherings strengthen families, build lasting friendships, and create a vibrant community centered on God’s Word.

Standing with Israel
We recognize the enduring significance of the Land of Israel throughout the biblical narrative and remain committed to praying for its peace, supporting its people, and deepening understanding of its central role in Scripture. Our appreciation for Israel grows naturally from our commitment to studying the Bible within its original Hebrew context.

Equipping the Nations
Through the International Center for Torah Studies™ (ICTS™), TorahTV, conferences, educational resources, leadership training, and worldwide outreach, STBM is committed to making biblical education accessible to people around the globe. Whether someone joins us in person or studies from another continent, our desire is the same—to help people discover the beauty, wisdom, and life-changing power of God’s instruction.

A Community for Every Generation
We believe strong communities are built one family at a time. That is why we invest in children, encourage parents, strengthen marriages, equip leaders, and create opportunities for people of every age to grow together in faith. Our goal is not simply to teach the Bible. It is to cultivate lives that reflect God’s character, serve others with compassion, and leave a legacy of faith for generations to come.

Join the Journey
Whether you are exploring the Hebrew foundations of Scripture for the first time or have spent years studying God’s Word, you are welcome here. If you are searching for deeper understanding, meaningful community, and practical biblical teaching, we invite you to become part of what God is doing through Simchat Torah Beit Midrash®.

Come learn.

Come grow.

Come worship.

Come discover the richness of God’s instruction.

Together, let us pursue God’s Word with open hearts, faithful lives, and a passion to share His truth with the world.