Premonstratensians

Thomas Handgrätinger was a German Catholic priest and religious leader who served as the abbot-general of the Premonstratensians from 2003 to 2018. Born in Germany, he dedicated his life to religious service and ecclesiastical leadership within the Catholic Church. As the head of the Premonstratensians, a notable Roman Catholic religious order, he guided the community through a significant fifteen-year tenure. His leadership in this international role shaped the direction of the order during the early 21st century. Throughout his career, Thomas Handgrätinger became well known for his devoted service to the church and his high-ranking administrative position. He passed away at the age of 83, leaving behind a legacy of dedicated spiritual leadership within the Premonstratensian order. His contributions to the Catholic Church and his monastic community remain a notable part of the order's modern history.