Chiques Church, 4045 Sunnyside Road, Manheim, will host a Kickin' BBQ Competition on Sunday, June 25, from 4 to 8 p.m. The event will feature guest speaker David Akers, former NFL player and record-setting Philadelphia Eagles kicker.

The second annual competition will pit local barbecue masters against each other in brisket and pork butt categories, as well as a miscellaneous category, which will include chicken, ribs and prime rib. Attendees will be able to sample the entries from each competitor, and the church will provide sides, drinks and ice cream. Grand prizes and runner-up prizes will be awarded in each category based on the judges' scoring as well as an overall crowd favorite voted on by those attending. To sign up as a competitor before Sunday, June 18, visit http://www.chiqueschurch.com/bbq.

In addition, activities will be available for children, including inflatables, barrel train rides, and face painting from 4 to 6 p.m. After judging has ended, the barbecue competition winners will be announced, and prizes will be awarded, including YETI Tundra 75 coolers for the first-place winners.

At 6:30 p.m., Akers will speak about the difficult situations he faced and how he persevered to find success in the NFL during his 16-season career. A meet-and-greet with the community will take place after Akers' talk.

There is no cost to attend the Kickin' BBQ Competition. For more information, visit the aforementioned website.