our church has a living nativity scene for three nights, each year, angels, wise men, shepherds, sheep and goats,hay, etc.
out of doors in the weather ... under a sort of a tent,
Excellent!
They are out in the cold and holding positions for several hours. All live except the baby Jesus.
I don't believe I have ever seen a living one anywhere I've ever been. Must be quite an attraction!
One of our local Methodist churches has a live Nativity.
For me, it really draws me closer to Him when I stand and view the true meaning of Christmas. Can’t help but pray that others will experience the same.