Pokémon is a worldwide phenomenon that has taken root in today's popular culture. Even people who have never played the games or watched the anime instantly recognize Pikachu and the quest to "catch them all". The young and young at heart are captivated by these creatures, constantly discovering new and exciting things about them. In this whimsical world, children come of age at ten years old and set out on their journeys to encounter these Pokémon, their trainers, and the bonds they share.
But how can one be a faithful Catholic and a Pokémon Master? Can the wisdom of the Church speak to us about venturing out on your own and battling against other trainers? What if, during the creation story in Genesis, God said, "Let there be Pokémon" and then after he created humanity, he said to them, "See that I have created every Pokémon for you to catch, train, and battle". Today, we enter the Pokémon Universe.
