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
  • 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
  • Fun with Renee's Intuitive Development circle on Tuesdays @2:30p or Diana's Wise Wednesdays at 5:30- See calendar entry for ZOOM LINK. . .
    Fun with Renee's Intuitive Development circle on Tuesdays @2:30p or Diana's Wise Wednesdays at 5:30- See calendar entry for ZOOM LINK. . .
  • 3rd Thursday circle embraces the qualities of Mary Magdalene w/Dale Capristo,& meditates with Magadalena healing energies- May 19th, 7pm- see calendar for details & zoom link!
    3rd Thursday circle embraces the qualities of Mary Magdalene w/Dale Capristo,& meditates with Magadalena healing energies- May 19th, 7pm- see calendar for details & zoom link!
  • "Ethics & Protocol for Readers & Healers"- FREE Class on ZOOM Thurs. 5/19, 5:30- See calendar...
    "Ethics & Protocol for Readers & Healers"- FREE Class on ZOOM Thurs. 5/19, 5:30- See calendar...
  • Dream Circle- on ZOOM- What does that dream mean? Join Story Ducey every Thurs.10am or 7:30pm-See Calendar for details...
    Dream Circle- on ZOOM- What does that dream mean? Join Story Ducey every Thurs.10am or 7:30pm-See Calendar for details...
  • 5:30p May 26th- "Free Intro to the ISD Ministry Program"- Are you called to serve the metaphysical & spiritual needs of others? See calendar for details...
    5:30p May 26th- "Free Intro to the ISD Ministry Program"- Are you called to serve the metaphysical & spiritual needs of others? See calendar for details...
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
Next Metaphysical Service
Sunday, June 5th, 10 am
In Person at ISD Headquarters &

Homily: Title Coming, by Rev. Diana Friedell
Emcee:  Rev. Amanda Hoover
or watch the simulcast of homily on 

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.

The Ministerial Program at the Institute

Are you called to spiritual leadership?
Using your gifts to help others along their spiritual and metaphysical path?

Through this program people are trained to be ordained ministers, with all the rights and responsibilities of any professionally ordained minister, priest, rabbi, or other religious designation.
Come to our free ZOOM Introduction on May 26th & find out if this program is for you!