Heritage site marker St Denis' Church Joondanna

Saint Denis' Church and Presbytery is a monumental construction designed by Ernest Rossen and built for the Servite Friars in 1967. It is an excellent example of late-twentieth century church architecture and is distinguished by its detached sculptural forms, white brick walls and a roof that curves gently up to the rear. The entry door is a wide, timber, folding panel displaying biblical names. The presbytery is located to the rear. 

Bishop Myles McKean presided at the dedication of the new church and presbytery on 25th August 1968. The opening of the church was important not only because it brought to maturity the parish which the Servites had administered since its inception, but also because its contemporary design and decoration make it a building of special interest in Perth.