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Rev. Colleen Irwin

Guiding You to Thrive Through Life’s Transitions

Uncomfortable Conversations

Uncomfortable conversations sometimes have to happen and we are not always ready for them.  Some topics are hard to talk about—but that doesn’t mean we should avoid them. Grief, aging, identity, fear, boundaries—these are all part of the human and spiritual experience. This space is for truth-telling, not sugar-coating. I hold space for the raw, the real, and the often-overlooked, because growth begins when we stop pretending and start getting honest—with ourselves and each other.

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Why Some People Sabotage Systems Instead of Fixing Them

February 6, 2026December 19, 2025 By Rev. Colleen Irwin

Most people say they want things to work better. They want smoother communication, healthier relationships, and systems that feel fair and supportive. Yet when a system feels uncomfortable or demanding, some people do not try to improve it. They undermine it instead.

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Religious Power in American Life

January 30, 2026January 28, 2026 By Rev. Colleen Irwin

This essay was inspired by the work and witness of John Pavlovitz, whose writing continues to challenge moral complacency and the misuse of religious power in American life.

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Sacred Fire: A Call for Moral Courage

January 26, 2026 By Rev. Colleen Irwin

Authority without conscience is corrosive. It mistakes domination for order and fear for security. We recognize this pattern in abuses of force, in militarized responses to fear, and in regimes that punish dissent.

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Living Anyway: The Quiet Strength of Ordinary Days

January 21, 2026January 18, 2026 By Rev. Colleen Irwin

You are not alone in figuring this out, and you are not doing it wrong by living anyway. Even in darkness, the ordinary holds the light that keeps us human.

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The Cost of Staying Aligned with What No Longer Serves

January 16, 2026January 14, 2026 By Rev. Colleen Irwin

Awareness is the first adjustment, and clarity often follows when we allow ourselves to notice what is true.

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The Frequency of Courage

January 13, 2026January 12, 2026 By Rev. Colleen Irwin

I refuse to look away. I refuse to be silent. Let us speak, act, and stand with clarity, courage, and love. History has shown the consequences of silence, but together, we can choose differently.

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The Stillness That Costs the Soul

January 6, 2026 By Rev. Colleen Irwin

Awareness is not the destination. It is the spark. The moment we see, we are called to act. Inaction is complicity. Silence is participation. Spirit does not stand still; it moves. The stillness that costs the soul ends the moment we do.

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How to Avoid Becoming a Spiritual Martyr

December 30, 2025December 22, 2025 By Rev. Colleen Irwin

One of the most common pitfalls in expanding your spirituality is becoming a spiritual martyr. It happens, let’s look at this together.

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Not Everyone Looks Forward to Thanksgiving

November 22, 2025November 24, 2025 By Rev. Colleen Irwin

Not everyone looks forward to Thanksgiving.   Some people, myself included, associate the holiday not as a joyous one but one to survive.   This

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A Spiritual Reflection on Service, Power, and Responsibility

November 11, 2025January 11, 2026 By Rev. Colleen Irwin

The way forward is to expect—and energetically uphold—the standards of true representation. When you engage, vote, or speak up, do so with the clarity and confidence of a sovereign soul addressing a servant of the people.

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After years of walking with Spirit and teaching others to do the same, I’ve put it all into this book.
Guided by Spirit is available now—and it’s just $20.25 this week!
Grab a cup of tea, find a quiet moment, and dive in.

Order here:
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Rev. Colleen Irwin is a natural-born medium, author, and spiritual teacher dedicated to helping others connect with Spirit and develop their own intuitive abilities. With a passion for mentorship, she creates safe and supportive spaces for spiritual growth, offering practical guidance rooted in real-world experience.

An engaging speaker, Colleen blends wisdom, humor, and authenticity to make deep spiritual concepts accessible and relatable. Whether through her books, workshops, or public talks, she inspires audiences to embrace their own journey with confidence and trust.

Colleen is based in Rochester, NY, and is actively involved in the spiritual community, teaching, writing, and leading development circles. Her mission is simple yet profound: to help others feel seen, valued, and empowered on their spiritual path.

To learn more about how I can help you, please visit my website at  www.TalkWithColleen.com.
As you continue to engage with your intuition, it will grow stronger. Let’s put it to the test!

In this video, you'll have four chances to tune in. Each time, an object will appear on the screen. Take a deep breath, focus, and sense where it’s placed. Seven seconds later, the answer will be revealed. Trust your instincts!

How many did you get right? Let me know in the comments—but don’t spoil the answers for others!

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As you continue to engage with your intuition, it will grow stronger. Let’s put it to the test!

In this video, you'll have four chances to tune in. Each time, an object will appear on the screen. Take a deep breath, focus, and sense where it’s placed. Seven seconds later, the answer will be revealed. Trust your instincts!

How many did you get right? Let me know in the comments—but don’t spoil the answers for others!

#ListenToYourIntuition #mediumshipdevelopment #intuitiveliving #IntuitiveMind #intuitiontest #IntuitionIsPowerful #IntuitionJourney #Intuition #IntuitionAwareness #IntuitionChallenge #plymouthspiritualistchurch #rochestermedium #rocmetaphysical #talkwithcolleen
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You'll have 4 chances to tune in—trust yourself and focus. Even if you get it wrong, you're building your intuitive muscle (yes, even I get them wrong sometimes!).

Did you get it right? Let me know in the comments—just don’t reveal the answer! 👇

🔗 Learn more about intuition: www.TalkWithColleen.com

#talkwithcolleen #intuition #trustyourgut #spiritualgrowth #somethingtothinkabout
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A Mediumship Gallery is an opportunity to experience the power of Evidential Mediumship.  Evidential Mediumship sole purpose is to help you overcome any skepticism you might have about our ability to communicate with your loved ones.  You have free will.  You can do with the information what you like from a greeting — including ignoring it.  It is a good idea to say a prayer before entering to ask your departed loved ones to join us.

What to expect in a Gallery Reading with Rev. Colleen Irwin.  For more information on Mediumship, please visit my website at www.TalkWithColleen.com
On Monday, January 8th we hosted an evening of building vision boards for 2024.   Thank you everyone who joined us on this journey.

See our calendar for upcoming classes, and workshops on our website at www.plymouthspiritualist.org.   Please join us on Sunday's at 10:30 for worship service.
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Lily Dale

Hello Dear Colleen,
I just want to thank you endlessly for the gift you have. On June 12th at the Inspiration stump in Lily Dale you unexpectedly changed our lives. We had only intended to stroll through the woods for peace after a passing of a dear one to us. You felt our pain and saw our distress. The things you said blew our mind. You picked up the guilt and the sorrow and lifted so much darkness from our hearts. My Daughter, Sister-in-law and niece were equally touched by your gift. I hope you eventually reside at Lily Dale as a medium because I will be your lifelong customer. lol It was great meeting you and your friend. You truly are a beautiful soul Colleen. I cant thank you enough. I’m sorry I took so long getting this to you. So much is happening in mine and my kids lives. I talked to my son and he wants a reading from you. He misses his dad so much. Looking forward to our next reading with you. ?

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