Councillor is mistaken

Sir, – I am appalled at the treatment meted out to Reverend Mike Goss of Barry linked with Carnoustie just now.

I am particularly upset at some of the things Councillor Brian Boyd has been saying.

Mr Boyd states (Courier, Tuesday April 17) that Mike Goss does not enjoy a good relationship with other ministers of the town.

I wish to put the record straight on that.

I am an ordained local minister and work in churches throughout Angus Presbytery, where I am required.

For a four-year period Mike and I made up the team ministry at Barry and Carnoustie.

During that period I had the greatest respect for all his work.

He always had advice for anyone who asked and I can assure everyone that Mike has a big heart for all who are in any kind of need.

He and I had some disagreements during our time together but always resolved them through discussion.

I sincerely hope that people throughout this town will remember Mike and his family in prayer; just as Mike prays for all others in need.

I wish to say also that Councillor Brian Boyd should not include me when he says that there is a poor relationship between Mike and other ministers of this town.

I don’t believe I have ever had a conversation with Mr Boyd, and I can’t remember ever having seen him in any church either.

Rev Dougal Edwards. 25 Mackenzie Street, Carnoustie.