Dr. John Paul Heil

Sept. 18, 2025

Dating Like Mr. Darcy I Dr. John Paul Heil

Dr. John-Paul Heil investigates how virtuous courtship, compassionate secrecy, and sexual difference—as presented in Jane Austen’s novels—are essential for discerning authentic love and practicing self-giving in Catholic romance. This lecture was given on April 22nd, 2025, at United States Naval Academy. For more information on upcoming events, visit us at thomisticinstitute.org/upcoming-events . About the Speakers: John-Paul Heil is a Core Fellow in history, philosophy, Catholic anthropology, E...