Photo: Local Church Tries To Draw In Pokémon Go Players
HARRISON CITY (KDKA) -- A church in Westmoreland County is looking catch the attention of Pokémon Go players who cruise by searching for Pikachu.
St. Barbara Catholic Church in Harrison City is a Poké Stop, a place where players can pick up items used to play the game.
The church came up with a creative way to draw the influx of visitors in.
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A sign depicting Pope Francis is hung near the entrance. A blurb next to his mouth reads, "You might never find a Pikachu, but I promise you this - search for Jesus and you'll find him every time!"
Church officials say everyone is getting a kick out of the sign and they hope it gets young people excited about church.
