About Us

INSTITUTE FOR SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT TREASURE COAST MISSION STATEMENT

The Institute for Spiritual Development Treasure Coast (ISDTC) is a Florida satellite group, under the Institute for Spiritual Development Sparta, NJ dedicated to assisting each person with spiritual and personal development.

Our mission is to provide a safe and nurturing spiritual home for people from all walks of life to discover and deepen their relationship with the Divine. We welcome those who want to participate in pursuing these goals in a community of love, support and service. ISD Treasure Coast offers educational classes, development circles, spiritual services and special events.  The goal of ISDTC is to support each person's individual spiritual journey by discussing and exploring different perspectives that aim to assist each of us in becoming a better version of ourselves.

Our Parent Organization Institute for Spiritual Development was founded over 40 years ago in Sparta, NJ. ISD has development and education centers located in Washington, DC, Oneonta, NY, and the Treasure Coast of Florida in Vero Beach. To all who are seeking their individual truth we say, Welcome Home!

OUR VISION

We believe that all great religions and philosophies contain within them the spark of truth and wisdom that can inspire within us a more complete understanding of our place in the universe. Aided by this belief, we seek to provide a supportive environment through services, spiritual healing, fellowship and education.

INSTITUTE FOR SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT SPARTA MINISTERS - https://www.isdsparta.org/ministers 

ISDTC LOCAL MINISTER TEAM 

Rev. Z. Melinda Witter, ISD National Spiritual Adviser
“Challenges in our lives open doors and break barriers for awakening and happiness.”  Rev. Z Melinda Witter

Rev. Melinda focuses on spiritual development education for individuals and the Institute community. With over 20 years of experience and practice in western and eastern mysticisms, she teaches tools to discover one’s mission in life, how to maintain spiritual balance through crisis, and the understanding of Metaphysics, Hermetic principles and Esoteric Sciences when used properly, can change lives.  She is a respected educator, trainer and an inspirational speaker. Her experience spans over 30 years professional experience in international program management, peace building, workshop facilitation and training, creative expression and socio-psychological trauma. Her international service to others includes over twelve years overseas with community-based programs in Iraq and as a U.S. Foreign Service Officer deployed to Afghanistan.

Melinda holds an Executive Master of International Service from American University. She is a certified Spiritual Guidance Mentor from Atlantic University and holds a degree in Metaphysics from the University of Sedona. She is accomplished in spiritual development trainings at the Arthur Findley College. Rev. Melinda is an Advanced Reiki practitioner, Artist, and a certified HealthRhythms facilitator.

Rev. Beth Vargas, ISDTC Minister

“Healing is about empowerment. We are only healers because we are healing ourselves. That is the only person we can heal. For all others, we are healing facilitators. We can hold space and channel energy, but they must do the work. Empower others to accept that the healing is their work. That is the work of the Healer.“  Rev. Beth Vargas

Rev. Beth Vargas has dedicated most of her life to the healing arts. Her dedication to the Institute of Spiritual Development Treasure Coast’s Healing Committee provides a solid foundation for ISDTC healing facilitators. Rev. Beth demonstrates the same dedication to the Education Committee and the education of those who wish to learn the healing arts.

Rev. Beth Vargas is a Certified Professional Reiki Master/Teacher, Registered Karuna Reiki® Master/Teacher with The International Center for Reiki Training, A Jikiden Reiki practitioner, Mesa carrier, Certified Angelologist through Angela McGerr and a Healing Facilitator using all these modalities and more including but not limited to: sound, trance and mediumship. Beth is certified to teach all levels of the Usui/Tibetan Reiki method, Karuna Reiki, as well as all levels Angelology Healing with the Angels. She also teaches many other classes. We are honored that Beth is leading the Healing Committee and ISDTC Healers Certificate Program.  

Rev. Bruce Knipper, ISDTC Minister
"Doing the most good for the most people is a theme that continues to weave itself through the tapestry of my life." Rev. Bruce Knipper
Rev. Bruce's early undergraduate studies were focused on Engineering and Social Sciences. He later pursued postgraduate studies in Public Administration and Law. Rev Bruce holds a Certification and Practice in Iridology and Nutrition, Reiki, Sound Healing, Metaphysics, "Power of Eight" Intention Healing, and Spiritual Counseling.