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  1. About Spiritualism
  2. Pioneers of Spiritualism

Pioneers of Spiritualism

Throughout the history of Spiritualism, and to the current day, there have been many individuals who have made significant contributions to its progress. This page is updated regularly with information about some of our pioneers and their achievements. They serve to remind us that we too have the challenge of being the pioneers of today...

If you wish to learn about all the Pioneers you can do so with our useful Pioneers of Spiritualism Cards available in our online shop

Maurice Barbanell

Maurice Barbanell

“Who was the medium for Silver Birch?” This question has been referred to as being the best-kept secret in Spiritualism Read more

Published: 11th May, 2021

Author: james frid

Important Subjects | Pioneer Journals

Important Subjects | Pioneer Journals

A selection of important subjects from the history of The Spiritualists' National Union. Designed to cover key topics for SNU students, and anyone looking to further their knowledge on the history of our movement. Read more

Published: 15th December, 2020

Updated: 5th May, 2022

Author: james frid

Pioneer Cards

Pioneer Cards

A great resource for Hydesville Day Activities and a Fantastic way to learn more about our Spiritualist Pioneers! Featuring detailed profiles of 50 main figureheads of the Spiritualist movement Read more

Published: 25th February, 2020

Updated: 4th March, 2020

Author: james frid

Harold Sharp

Harold Sharp

Harold Sharp is regarded as the pioneer of the Auragraph, a painting that is a reflection of colours and symbols in the aura. Read more

Published: 18th May, 2018

Updated: 22nd May, 2018

Author: Rachael Loukes

Coral Polge

Coral Polge

Coral Polge was a dedicated spirit artist for 54 years, passing to spirit in 2001 Read more

Published: 18th May, 2018

Author: Rachael Loukes

Margery Crandon

Margery Crandon

Margery Crandon was a physical medium. She was tested extensively by the ‘New Scientist’ magazine in the 1920s. Read more

Published: 18th May, 2018

Author: Rachael Loukes

William Henry Lilley

William Henry Lilley

An amazing trace healer born in 1914, he began his healing ministry at the age of 15, being trained by the spirit world from the age of ten. Read more

Published: 23rd November, 2017

Updated: 26th March, 2021

Author: Rachael Loukes

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

Arthur Ignatius Conan Doyle was born in Edinburgh on May 22nd 1859. A physician and writer, he is noted for his fictional detective, Sherlock Holmes. Read more

Published: 3rd November, 2017

Author: james frid

The Pioneer Journal

The Pioneer Journal

The Pioneer journal is a unique insight into the history of the Spiritualists’ National Union and its pioneers. Each edition is free and available to download here. Read more

Published: 30th October, 2017

Updated: 5th May, 2022

Author: james frid

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The Pioneer Journal

The Pioneer Journal

The Pioneer journal is a unique insight into the history of the Spiritualists’ National Union and its pioneers. Each edition is free and available to download here. Read more

Published: 30th October, 2017

Updated: 5th May, 2022

Author: james frid

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Fund of Benevolence

The Fund of Benevolence exists to provide help to sick and elderly SNU Spiritualists who are in need. Do you know an SNU member who needs our help? Is a member of your congregation ill or struggling? Has any long term member been taken ill? If so why not donate today and help someone when they need it most. Read more

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Published: 16th March, 2018

Updated: 4th March, 2020

Author: james frid

Important Subjects | Pioneer Journals

Important Subjects | Pioneer Journals

A selection of important subjects from the history of The Spiritualists' National Union. Designed to cover key topics for SNU students, and anyone looking to further their knowledge on the history of our movement. Read more

Published: 15th December, 2020

Updated: 5th May, 2022

Author: james frid

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