The Oneida Interfaith Council held the Live Nativity Program on December 2, 2024 at the First United Presbyterian Church of Malad. Pastor Jack Harwell and friends set up the “stage” earlier in the week, and he supervised the production on Monday evening. Alan Nielson ran the lights and Vilate Nielson invited and organized the wonderful children who portrayed the Nativity characters. The are: Vivian Young as Mary, Bronson Garrett as Joseph, Shepherds were Caroling Whipple, Casey Young, and Brett Knight, Wisemen included Russell Knight, Mahlon Young and Temperence Garrett, and Singing Angels included Lois Naylor, Sarah Leia Williams, Sophronia Wall, Amelia Wall, Dasani Blackmore and Serena Whipple.  Art Martinez read scripture which provided the story of the Nativity. Over 100 guests attended the four performances throughout the evening. Three woolly lambs were provided by Mr. Scott Clark, a delight to all the children.

Guests who entered the chapel were entertained by Miss Danielle Pettis who offered Christmas music on her violin. Several Interfaith members manned the kitchen, serving almost five gallons of hot chocolate! Platefuls of cookies donated by members of many churches were enjoyed, and once again, the weather provided an evening of success.

The Interfaith Council hosted the first Live Nativity in 2015 which was held at the Presbyterian Church. The Nativity is depicted by Malad Youths. It is a free family event which brings the spirit of the holiday to residents who attend.