Common Life

A Journey Through the Psalms of Ascent

This Sunday, we're beginning a new summer sermon series through the Psalms of Ascent, a collection of ancient songs that God's people sang as they made their way up to the temple in Jerusalem. These psalms trace the lifelong journey of faith, giving voice to our fears, hopes, struggles, and joys along the way. In this episode of Common Life, Pastors Cort and Abby sat down to explore what the Psalms of Ascent are and why they continue to resonate with Christians today. They also discuss the biblical theme of pilgrimage, the importance of singing together as God's people, and what it means to follow Jesus as travelers whose true home lies beyond this world.

Welcoming Iron City with Isaac Adams

In this episode of Common Life, Rev. Cort Gatliff sits down with Isaac Adams, lead pastor of Iron City Church, for a conversation about ministry in Birmingham and Iron City’s upcoming move to begin worshiping in SHPC’s sanctuary on Sunday afternoons. This conversation explores what it means to welcome another congregation for a season and how different churches can serve the same gospel mission in our city.

Ministry in Transition with Jim Truesdell

In this episode of Common Life, Cort talks with former South Highland Associate Pastor Rev. Dr/ Jim Truesdell about faithfully navigating major transitions in both life and ministry. In addition to serving at South Highland, Jim’s ministry has taken him to Mississippi, South Asia, and Pakistan. Now, he is transitioning roles once again to serve as the senior pastor of a Presbyterian church in Athens, Alabama.