DISCLAIMER: J.K. Rowling owns all things Harry Potter; I own nothing Harry Potter. No copyright infringement is intended.
DISCLAIMER: The story title "Hang a Shining Star" is taken from the lyrics of "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" by Ralph Blane and Hugh Martin (lyrics by Blane). No copyright infringement is intended.
DISCLAIMER: All scripture quotes come from the King James version of the Holy Bible. No copyright infringement is intended.
NOTE: This story discusses the traditional Christian view of Christmas. If Christianity in general or the true meaning of Christmas offends you, please refrain from reading. Thank you.
DEDICATION: I would like to dedicate this story to the best friend I never met, my penpal for more than 25 years, Carol Post, who died just after the holiday season in 2004. She believed.