Sir, Apostolic succession is not something "observed." It is not a "ritual." People pretending to be Apostolic successors are not only clowns -- they are impostors.
Let me clarify this: Our Lord gave us the Scripture. He also gave us His Apostolic Church.
Why sugarcoat the truth: Protestants are our Christian brothers, but they are not in that Church. It's their choice.
Your insecurity in your faith is saddening.