Spiritualists' National Union

[6] The Union later organised educational courses in Spiritualism-related subjects, and has participated in scientific research into mediumship.

[citation needed] In 1995 the SNU acquired the publication Psychic News, which it ran until it was closed in July 2011, later reopening under different ownership.

[7] Mission Statement and Goals In 2000 the SNU adopted the following mission statement: To Promote the Religion and Religious Philosophy of Spiritualism as based upon The Seven Principles It also re-defined its goals as: In November 2018 the SNU represented Spiritualism for the first time at the National Memorial Service, held at the Cenotaph in Whitehall, London.

The SNU operates The Arthur Findlay College based at Stansted Hall, Essex, UK.

The Principles are not intended to be binding rules or the basis of a dogma but to provide a moral and ethical framework upon which people can base their lives.

The operation of true Unity throughout the world would create betterment to the lives of many, bringing equality, security and peace.

The Ministry of Angels brings enhanced wisdom to enlighten the individual, society and the world in which we live.

After death the physical body is left behind while the soul continues to exist in a different dimension that we call the spirit world.

Any action, or intent to change, to promote soul growth and progression, creates a positive reaction.

These principles were the summary of faith of Emma Hardinge Britten, a pioneer for the UK's Spiritualist Movement and were adopted by the SNU.

Emma was a medium and gifted orator and it was during her many speeches in trance state, that 'spirit communicators' gave various statements of faith.

Many believe that the influence of the 'spirit' of Socialist Robert Owen was paramount in this process, although Emma generally claimed they were "given by the spirits.

"[10] The interpretation of the Principles continues to be updated to more accurately represent the true intent and core beliefs of Spiritualists today.