We are the oldest Messianic Jewish congregation in South Africa. We were founded almost eighteen years ago and have gone through many metamorphoses throughout the years. The founders of the congregation (both Jew and Gentile) always maintained that Beit Ariel should have Messianic Jewish leadership and many Jews have served in this capacity through our long history. Our current leader is Herschel Raysman and he has served as congregation leader since mid 1999.