Lanfranc of Canterbury

Lanfranc of Canterbury (c. 1005–1089) was a Norman monk and theologian who became the Archbishop of Canterbury after the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. He played a key role in reforming the English church, promoting closer ties with the wider Catholic Church, and founding new monastic communities. Lanfranc helped strengthen the authority of the church in England and supported the organization of dioceses and ecclesiastical governance, shaping the church's structure for centuries. His leadership emphasized discipline, education, and alignment with continental practices, making him a significant figure in shaping medieval English Christianity.