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.

Rev. Diana Friedell & her sister Rev. Sue Landon, are leading the charge and harnessing the growing spiritual awareness movement in Oneonta to establish a new chartered chapter of ISD.  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 Tennesee

 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
  • Join JoAnn Wormuth & Ally- learn "How to Heart Link with an Angel"- Jan.23rd 6:30- see calendar. . .
    Join JoAnn Wormuth & Ally- learn "How to Heart Link with an Angel"- Jan.23rd 6:30- see calendar. . .
  • Diana's Activating Psychic Awareness Class is canceled on Jan 19th, rescheduled to Feb.1st- see calendar. . .
    Diana's Activating Psychic Awareness Class is canceled on Jan 19th, rescheduled to Feb.1st- see calendar. . .
  • "Activating Psychic Awareness"- Feb.1st, 10-4: let intuition be your guide for 2020 w/Diana Friedell; see calendar. . .
    "Activating Psychic Awareness"- Feb.1st, 10-4: let intuition be your guide for 2020 w/Diana Friedell; see calendar. . .
  • Join Michelle Howe, for her Feb. 2 class for managing your empathic responses & healing energy- 12n see calendar
    Join Michelle Howe, for her Feb. 2 class for managing your empathic responses & healing energy- 12n see calendar
  • Postponed: Jan 16, 3rd Thursday Magdalene Meditation Circle until next month 2/20, 5:30 due to death in Dale's family
    Postponed: Jan 16, 3rd Thursday Magdalene Meditation Circle until next month 2/20, 5:30 due to death in Dale's family
Join JoAnn Wormuth & Ally- learn "How to Heart Link with an Angel"- Jan.23rd 6:30- see calendar. . .
Join JoAnn Wormuth & Ally- learn "How to Heart Link with an Angel"- Jan.23rd 6:30- see calendar. . .
Next Church Service . . . . .


February 2nd, 10:00 am

Inst. for Spiritual Dev't, Oneonta

Homily:  by Amanda Hoover

Emcee:  Rev. Diana Friedell





Chair Healing, Guided Meditation & Psychic Readings for some audience members are part of our service. Please stay for Hospitality after the service.

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.