He emphasized that the Cardinal appointed him to be the pastor of the whole parish and not of any specific ethnic group. Father Gary assured everyone that his goal is to strengthen the unity of the whole parish and he requested everybody's cooperation, support and prayers.
Father also spoke about his family, academic, and work background, and his vocation to the priesthood and previous assignments after his ordination.
He also personally greeted the parishioners after each Mass and received their welcome greetings.