A Roman Catholic priest has been placed on administrative leave following allegations of inappropriate relationships with adult women, the Diocese of Toledo announced today.

The Rev. David A. Reinhart, pastor of St. John the Evangelist parish in Delphos and St. John the Baptist parish in Landeck, will not be permitted to exercise public ministry, administer any of the sacraments, wear clerical attire, or present himself publicly as a priest pending the outcome of the investigation.

Bishop Daniel Thomas has accepted Father Reinhart’s resignation from the two parishes, which are located in northwest Ohio. Landeck is southwest of Delphos. Delphos is located in Allen and Van Wert counties, 85 miles southwest of Toledo

According to a press release from the diocese, an announcement regarding the administrative leave and his resignation was made at both parishes this weekend. Either Bishop Thomas or his representative was present at the weekend Masses to make the announcement and preach at both parishes.

First Published November 16, 2014, 6:44 p.m.