priest - n. a person who has the authority to lead or perform ceremonies in some religions and especially in some Christian religions
precious - adj. very valuable or important
contribution - n. something that is done to cause something to happen
access - n. a way of getting near, at, or to something or someone
altar - n. a platform or table used as a center of worship in Christian ceremonies and services
ordained - adj. related to officially making (someone) a minister, priest, rabbi, etc.
diaconate - n. the office of deacon