Native American Church of North America

The Native American Church of North America is a spiritual organization that combines Indigenous beliefs with Christian elements, centered around the ritual use of peyote, a psychoactive cactus. Established in the early 20th century, it provides a religious framework promoting communal worship, personal growth, and the preservation of Native traditions. The church emphasizes harmony with nature, spiritual healing, and cultural identity, and it is recognized legally in the United States as an expression of religious freedom, allowing its members to use peyote in ceremonies despite general drug laws.