Our ​Rabbi​

​Our Rabbi is Robert Ritchey. He was born, raised and has always lived in Madisonville, TN. Robert has been in the Messianic movement since 2004.

Robert founded The Olive Tree in December of 2012 during Hanukkah. ADONAI has tremendously blessed us with growth in many areas. We started in shared facility, but in 2015 purchased our current location. 

We are blessed to be able to support other Messianic ministries both in the U.S. and Israel, plus a local humanitarian ministry. We have ​a good reputation within our local community.

In 2019, The Olive Tree joined the IAMCS, which is a branch of the MJAA, the oldest and largest Messianic organization in the World. In 2025, Rabbi Robert completed his classes and was ordained by the IAMCS.

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