The clerical state (deacons and priests – known as elders or presbyters) is given only to those who have been specifically selected and have been affirmed (commonly signified by the laying on of hands) by those authorized to elevate them to the indicated office (always by one who was in at least legal unison with a successor of one appointed by Jesus).
They presented these men to the apostles who prayed and laid hands on them. [Acts 6:6] First deacons of the Church
Do not neglect the gift you have, which was conferred on you through the prophetic word with the imposition of hands of the presbyterate. [1 Tim. 4:14]
Do not lay hands too readily on anyone, and do not share in another's sins. Keep yourself pure. [1 Tim. 5:22] Paul's instructions to the presbyter Timothy
For this reason, I remind you to stir into flame the gift of God that you have through the imposition of my hands. [2 Tim. 1:6] Paul speaking of Timothy's ordination at his hands
For this reason I left you in Crete so that you might set right what remains to be done and appoint presbyters in every town, as I directed you, [Titus 1:5] Conditions have been established in regard to those who are to hold clerical office at the hands of duly authorized men validly holding office.
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