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, Director
  • Calling all Energy Healers & Prayer Warriors- Every day at 5-5:15pm...from your own home- Click on "Healing -Meditation Circle" under the Continuing Education Tab
    Calling all Energy Healers & Prayer Warriors- Every day at 5-5:15pm...from your own home- Click on "Healing -Meditation Circle" under the Continuing Education Tab
  • Meditate with us! Every Wednesday 5:30, tune in on ISDOneonta Facebook Live w/Diana- De-stress, heal, tap into your intuition-See Calendar-
    Meditate with us! Every Wednesday 5:30, tune in on ISDOneonta Facebook Live w/Diana- De-stress, heal, tap into your intuition-See Calendar-
  • Intuitive Dev't Circle with Story, Mondays at 7pm or DREAM Interpretation Circle Thursday at 10am! See Calendar. . .
    Intuitive Dev't Circle with Story, Mondays at 7pm or DREAM Interpretation Circle Thursday at 10am! See Calendar. . .
  • Intuitive Development Circle w/Renee every Tuesday 2:30; see calendar. . .
    Intuitive Development Circle w/Renee every Tuesday 2:30; see calendar. . .
Calling all Energy Healers & Prayer Warriors- Every day at 5-5:15pm...from your own home- Click on "Healing -Meditation Circle" under the Continuing Education Tab
Calling all Energy Healers & Prayer Warriors- Every day at 5-5:15pm...from your own home- Click on "Healing -Meditation Circle" under the Continuing Education Tab
Next Church Service
Location: on ZOOM
Simulcast on ISDOneonta Facebook Live

April 18th, 10 am
“Wisdom of the Rabbit”

 Homilist: Amanda Hoover, ISD Oneonta Co-Director, Ministerial Cleric

Emcee:  Renee Ranke, Ministerial Cleric

The totem of the Rabbit adds great wisdom to our journey- What messages or metaphors do we receive that help inform us about our higher selves, or lower aspects?

CLICK HERE FOR ZOOM LINK. . .

Guided Meditation & Psychic Readings for some audience members are part of our service. Please stay for Fellowship in small groups after the service.

FOLLOWED BY> > > ISD Oneonta Annual Convention!!  

Starting at 11:45 a.m. Our Annual Convention will be presided over by our new president, Kimberly Winsor, and we will hear from our entire leadership team- how did we do last year? What are our accomplishments? Where do we stand financially? What are our goals for next year? Everyone is welcome to attend, via the same zoom link as the church service, but only MEMBERS can vote in our new board members and approve the proposed budget for next year.



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.

What's in your
PRAYER TOOL BOX?
We are going through tumultuous times that have us many of us turn to prayer. What do we say?  How do we ask? Our ISD Faculty digs deep to share invaluable information about prayer, and tools to add to your tool box, when the circumstances call out for a little conversation with the God of your understanding. Click on the Class flyer below for more info on classes that will enrich the quality of your spiritual life and your daily living,