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Constantine Vendrame

1893 – 1957

Italian Salesian missionary

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About Constantine Vendrame

Lived 1893 – 1957 (aged 63). Constantine Vendrame was a catholic priest and missionary.

Constantine Vendrame, also known as the "Apostle of Shillong" was a Salesian missionary from Italy who worked for the welfare of Khasis, in North East, India.

Early life and education Constantine Vendrame was born on 27 August 1893 to Pietro and Elena Fiori in San Martino di Colle Umberto, Treviso, Italy. He joined the Salesian novitiate at Ivrea on 15 September 1913. He completed his study of philosophy and was sent for his regency to the oratory of Chioggia. He also served for a four-year compulsory military service. After the completion of his military service, he pursued his theological formation while working simultaneously in the oratories of Chioggia and Venice. On 1 July 2014 the mortal remains of Constantine Vendrame were moved to the Shrine of Sacred Heart of Jesus, Mawlai, Shillong, India.

Sainthood The process for canonisation is underway for Constantine Vendrame. On 22nd of May, 2026 Pope Leo XIV approved the heroic virtues.

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Who was Constantine Vendrame?

Italian Salesian missionary

When was Constantine Vendrame born?

Constantine Vendrame was born on 27 August 1893 in Italy, San Martino di Colle Umberto, Treviso.

When did Constantine Vendrame die?

Constantine Vendrame died on 30 January 1957 in Assam, Dibrugarh, India.

What was Constantine Vendrame's occupation?

Constantine Vendrame was a catholic priest and missionary.

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