Further, Paul’s words to the Ephesian elders apply to all elders: “Pay attention to yourselves and to all the flock, among which the holy spirit has appointed you overseers, to shepherd the congregation of God. ”
(‏ اعمال ۲۰ :‏ ۲۸‏ )‏ آری پیران توسط روح‌القدس منصوب شده‌اند ،‏ روحی که از طرف یَهُوَه خدا می‌آید .‏