Institute for Spiritual Development

A Metaphysical Church and School for Spiritual Development 

Welcome to a new and exciting future at the ISD Oneonta!  What is the Institute for Spiritual Development? It's both a metaphysical church and an educational center originally founded 40 yrs ago in Sparta, NJ.

This new chartered chapter is harnessing the growing spiritual awareness movement in Oneonta, NY. Lovingly created by Rev. Diana Friedell & her sister Rev. Sue Landon, we are now led by a powerful leadership team, and executive board.  We are the fourth chapter- the other ISDs are in Sparta, NJ, Madison, NJ, and Washington, DC. Three others have sprung up since we began! Welcome Sarasota, FLA,    ISD Treasure Coast,  and ISD Middle Tennessee

 ISD is a church that focuses on healing, intuitive connection, and the joy of finding the spirit connection within rather than being told how it should or could be experienced. We welcome those who want to belong to a spiritual group of like-minded people, in which you can explore and find your own path in a community of love and support.


There are classes, services, events, and a sense of community and fellowship. Energy healing and intuitive messages are delivered as a regular part of the worship service. Classes offer many tools which will help you on your life path, and the community we are creating together is one of openness and acceptance, and the ability to adapt with  change and growth. 


To quote the Rev. Kathy Kerston, the Director of ISD Sparta:
"To live in health, happiness and prosperity is everyone's birthright, whether we choose to follow a certain path is our individual choice. No dogma or belief system is imposed upon anyone."


We hope you will join us in this auspicious beginning, the first steps of becoming a well-established institution that supports the people of Oneonta and the surrounding area in living full and happy lives.

In Peace,  Rev. Diana Friedell, Pastor
  • Wise Wenesdays- 5:30 Zoom Circle for Meditation, Healing & Insight w/Diana- See Calendar. . .
    Wise Wenesdays- 5:30 Zoom Circle for Meditation, Healing & Insight w/Diana- See Calendar. . .
  • Now on ZOOM! Pendulums for Health! Join us on Dec. 4th as Tom Meade teaches the how, what, where of getting answers via the pendulum- See Dec. 4th on Calendar for more info!
    Now on ZOOM! Pendulums for Health! Join us on Dec. 4th as Tom Meade teaches the how, what, where of getting answers via the pendulum- See Dec. 4th on Calendar for more info!
  • Closure on 2021 at Diana's ZOOM New Year's Spiritual Retreat Jan 8, 1pm-4- including get your reading for 2022! See calendar. . .
    Closure on 2021 at Diana's ZOOM New Year's Spiritual Retreat Jan 8, 1pm-4- including get your reading for 2022! See calendar. . .
  • Intuitive Dev't Circle with Story, DREAM Interpretation Circle Thursday at 10am! See Calendar. . .
    Intuitive Dev't Circle with Story, DREAM Interpretation Circle Thursday at 10am! See Calendar. . .
  • 5-5:15 Every Day - Calling all Prayer Warriors! If you would like to add prayer to your daily practice, email JoAnn & she will send you the list of those who have asked for energy healing or prayer- wormuth.joann@yahoo.com
    5-5:15 Every Day - Calling all Prayer Warriors! If you would like to add prayer to your daily practice, email JoAnn & she will send you the list of those who have asked for energy healing or prayer- wormuth.joann@yahoo.com
  • Intuitive Development Circle w/Renee every Tuesday 2:30; see calendar. . .
    Intuitive Development Circle w/Renee every Tuesday 2:30; see calendar. . .
  • Jan 9, 2pm a Life-Changing Breakthrough Experience on ZOOM for the New Year w/ internationally renowned healer Julia Mikk- Don't miss! See Calendar date for details. . .
    Jan 9, 2pm a Life-Changing Breakthrough Experience on ZOOM for the New Year w/ internationally renowned healer Julia Mikk- Don't miss! See Calendar date for details. . .
Wise Wenesdays- 5:30 Zoom Circle for Meditation, Healing & Insight w/Diana- See Calendar. . .
Wise Wenesdays- 5:30 Zoom Circle for Meditation, Healing & Insight w/Diana- See Calendar. . .

With the belief that all paths lead us Home, ISD is dedicated to helping each spirit walk their path with courage and joy.

We stand for each individual’s right to seek their own personal Truth, as they respect the same right for others. We honor the sacred texts of all traditions of the Light.

We believe that communication with all spirits is possible and can be manifested.

With ISD Oneonta
Begins on January 6th, 2022
Ancient teachings meets modern mystic!
Ready to embrace and expand your intuitive knowings?  This course of study with amazing faculty is ready for you!  Zoom classes make it easy and affordable to take your next steps on your spiritual path. . .
What's it all about?
Come to a free orientation and introduction to our Intuitive Practitioner Program Faculty.  Meet your fellow students, who are of a like mind, also looking at expanding their channels of perception- enter into the woo woo club- See if this program is for you!  January 6th- 5:30-7pm on ZOOM