In others, the elder men lead. Services will be held weekly, biweekly, or monthly in different congregations. They begin in the evening and last until dawn. Besides the ingestion of peyote, the service includes as a closing act a ceremonial meal in which water, corn, fruit, and dried beef are shared. Individual congregations may require additional instruments.
Some groups meet in homes, but many groups meet in a designated hogan or tepee.
The worship space contains an alter and fireplace. Protestant services are acceptable for members. No restrictions are observed with respect to cremation or autopsy. The Native American Church is not opposed to military service. The only practice of the Church which might conflict with military directives is the use of peyote.