Charles Louis Joseph Vandame

Charles Louis Joseph Vandame, S.J. (born 4 June 1928) is a French-born Roman Catholic prelate, who served as archbishop of N’Djaména in Chad from 1981 until his retirement in 2003.

Early life and priesthood

Vandame was born on 4 June 1928 in Colombes, France.

Episcopal ministry

On 23 May 1981, Vandame was appointed Archbishop of N’Djaména.

On 31 July 2003, his resignation as Archbishop of N’Djaména was accepted by Pope John Paul II upon reaching the age limit. He was succeeded by Matthias N'Gartéri Mayadi.

After his retirement, he held the title of Archbishop Emeritus of N’Djaména.