The gospel choirs from the University of Akron, Kent State University and Case Western Reserve University will be among the musical guests next Saturday at a concert to benefit the scholarship fund at United Baptist ChurchIn addition to the three university choirs, the program will include selections from Amber Cobb and Company and soloists Cynthia Bowers and Jocelyn Grant. Robin Angela, a spoken word artist, and members of S.L.A.M. (Spoken Like A Metaphor) will also perform. S.L.A.M. is a UA organization that gives students an opportunity to artistically express themselves in the area of performance art, slam poetry and spoken word.The concert begins at 6 p.m. at the church, 1007 S. Hawkins Ave., Akron.Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Refreshments will be available after the concert.For more information, call 330-836-8067.In other religion news:EventsCatholic Diocese of Youngstown — St. Columba Cathedral, 154 W. Wood St., Youngstown. 10:30 a.m. Sunday. Bishop George V. Murry will be principle celebrant and homilist for the 16th annual White Mass. A brunch reception will follow for members of the Lourdes Guild, an association of Catholic physicians and dentists in the Diocese of Youngstown. For reservations, call 330-744-8451, Ext. 289.The Chapel, Green Campus — 1800 Raber Road, Green. 10 a.m. Friday. Abundant Living 55+ Christian fellowship and lunch in the Atrium. Speaker is the Rev. Mike Castelli and music provided by vocalist and songwriter Bonnie Baughman. Anyone age 55 or older welcome to attend. 330-315-5508.Chapel of the Cross United Methodist Church — 14411 Orrville St. NW, Lawrence Township. 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. today. Spaghetti dinner. Cost is a donation to benefit the missions budget. Diabetic meals available. 330-832-6885.Christ Is The Answer Ministries — 379 E. South St., Akron. 4 p.m. Sunday. The Sunday School will host a Love Tea. Speakers are Elder Cassandra Marshall, the Rev. Yvonne Brooks and the Rev. Patsy Mitchell. Color for the service is red and refreshments will be served. 330-376-1869.Christ United Methodist Church — 380 Mineola Ave., Akron. 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays evenings. All-In Winter Session. Music for kids at 6 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m. and programs for the whole family at 7 p.m. 330-836-5563,Church of Our Saviour, Episcopal — 471 Crosby St., Akron. 10:30 a.m. Sunday. Morning service will mark the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Schantz Memorial Pipe Organ dedication. 330-535-9174.Diocese of Youngstown Council of Catholic Women — St. Willliam Parish in Champion, 5411 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren. 9 to 11:30 a.m. Feb. 18. No charge but reservations required. Light refreshments available. 330-834-0354.East Market Street United Church of Christ — 1580 E. Market St., Akron. 5 to 7 p.m. today. Swiss steak dinner fundraiser. $10 at the door. Half-portion meal also available. 330-784-4732.Faith United Methodist Church — 1235 Tallmadge Road, Brimfield Township. 4:30 to 7 p.m. Feb. 18. Swiss steak dinner. Includes mashed potatoes, vegetables, coleslaw, applesauce, dessert and beverage. Adults $8, youth $4, age 5 and younger free. Carryout available.Manchester United Methodist Church — 5625 Manchester Road, New Franklin. 5 p.m. Feb. 18. Chili Supper & Movie Night. Supper includes beverages and cookies and garnishes for the chili. Supper at 5 p.m. and feature film, Rookie of the Year, at 7 p.m. Donations welcome. 330-882-4818.McDonaldsville United Methodist Church — 7641 Wales Ave. NW, Jackson Township. 5 to 7 p.m. Friday. Swiss steak dinner. Complete meal with dessert, carryout available. Adults $7, age 12 and under $3.50, age 2 and under free. Profits benefit community outreach projects. If Jackson schools are closed because of weather, there will be no dinner. Mount Lebanon Baptist Church — 180 Edward Ave., Akron. 4 p.m. Sunday. Ushers and Nurses Emphasis Day. Theme is Love Ye One Another. Speaker will be Robin Evans. Musical selections by Catherine Sunrise Choir. Refreshments follow the program. 330-376-6378.Our Lady of the Elms — 1220 W. Market St., Akron. 10 to 11:30 a.m. Feb. 18. Dominican Associates of Peace will present A Lenten Journey into Justice & Peace, with Sister Judy Morris in Siena Hall. 330-835-5688.Phillips Chapel Christian Methodist Episcopal Church — 413 Iroquois Ave., Akron. 11 a.m. Sunday. The Rev. Matilda Kamara of Columbus will be guest speaker as the church continues its celebration of Black History Month. 330-784-8964.Trinity Lutheran Church — 600 S. Water St., Kent. 4:30 to 7 p.m. Friday. Spaghetti dinner. Includes salad, applesauce, garlic bread, drink and dessert. A portion of the proceeds will benefit On Track to Recovery Treatment House. Adults $7, children $4. 330-673-5446.Wesley Temple A.M.E. Zion Church — 104 N. Prospect St., Akron. 9 a.m. Sunday. Joseph Chase Price Day will be celebrated in Fellowship Hall as part of a monthlong tribute to black history. Theme is Embracing the Past and Embracing the Future. Price was a founder and president of the African-American Episcopal Church’s college, Livingstone, in Salisbury, N.C. Featured speaker is Denise Caywood, a member of the Vestry of St. Phillip’s Episcopal Church and a teacher in Akron Public Schools. A continental breakfast will be served.PerformancesSecond Baptist Church of Medina — 451 Bronson St., Medina. 4 p.m. March 3. Pastoral installation concert will feature gospel recording artist Douglas Miller. It will be held in conjunction with the installation of the Rev. Cornell Carter as the ninth pastor of the 92-year-old church. Tickets $20 and must be purchased in advance at the church office. 330-722-0073.Speakers and classesCatholic Men’s Fellowship of the Diocese of Youngstown — Walsh University Barrette Center, 2020 E. Maple St. NW, North Canton. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 10. Lift High the Cross Men’s Conference. Speakers will be Charlie Aeschilman, former Navy SEAL and trick basketball champion, and John W. Garcia, who will focus on addictions, spiritual welfare and family life. Music, opportunity for confession and fellowship. $35 per person, $40 day of conference, and includes lunch. For reservations of three or more, cost is $30 per person. To register, call 330-746-6571 or 330-746-6572 or online at www.cmfdoy.org.Faith Baptist Church — 9890 State Route 43, Streetsboro. 9:30 and 10:45 a.m. Sunday. The Rev. Knute Larson, former longtime pastor of The Chapel in Akron, will speak at both services. 330-626-4752.Magnificat of Stark County — Walsh University Barrette Center, 2020 E. Maple St., North Canton. 9 a.m. March 24. Breakfast hosted by Mary, Queen of Heaven and Earth Chapter of Magnificat. Guest speaker Joan Ulicny will share her story of conversion brought about by an accident that left her legally blind, brain damaged and a victim of stroke. Cost is $15. Names and money due by March 17. No tickets at the door. Call Raquel Berroteran at 330-686-2088.St. Hilary Catholic Church — 2750 W. Market St., Fairlawn. 7 p.m. Wednesday. Experiencing Prayer: An Interactive Workshop will feature the Rev. Michael Brunovsky in an evening of Benedictine Spirituality and the practices of Lecto Divina (praying the Scriptures) and Liturgy of the Hours. 330-867-1055.St. Hilary Catholic Church — 2750 W. Market St., Fairlawn. 6 p.m. Feb. 29. First of a three-session Lenten series on successive Wednesdays focusing on The Pursuit of Justice and the Common Good, in collaboration with neighboring Faith Lutheran Church. St. Hilary will also host the March 14 session, while Faith Lutheran is the site for March 7 at 2726 W. Market St. Each week the soup supper is at 6 p.m., followed by 7 p.m. evening prayer and the presentation from 7:30 to 9 p.m. The Rev. Joseph J. Fortuna will open the series with The Biblical Roots of Living Justly for the Common Good. On March 7, Maureen McCarthy will speak on The Challenge of Living Justly for the Common Good, and on March 14, a team from Humility of Mary Housing Inc. will address Opportunities to Live Justly Here and Now. 330-867-1055.The deadline for Religion Notes is noon Tuesday. Items must be in writing. Please fax information to 330-996-3033, email it to religion@thebeaconjournal.com or send it to Religion, Akron Beacon Journal, 44 E. Exchange St., Akron OH 44309