Werner von Steusslingen (Münster)

from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Werner von Steußlingen († December 1, 1151 ) was the 21st Bishop of Münster from 1132 until his death in 1151 . He is the son of Adalbero von Steusslingen and his wife Judith.

During his tenure Werner founded in 1136 by Steußlingen Damenstift Asbeck in Münsterland Asbeck . Due to his friendship with Norbert von Xanten , the founder of the Premonstratensian Order , he aligned the monastery with this way of life.

In 1147 he took part in the Wenden Crusade .

predecessor Office successor
Egbert Bishop of Munster
1132–1151
Frederick II of Are