You can always write a formal letter to your local church board stating your request and the reasons why. I am looking for some advice on how to resign my membership at my church, on good terms, but still occasionally attend."Race and politics trumped truth and grace, and now I'm no longer welcome in the church I loved," French writes. We are nothing if not small. We seat 30-40 on a good Sunday. Pastors should expect remaining members will have questions. Most of those inquiries are made out of concern and love for the church. A deeper look into the text suggests Franklin despised the ritual of religion. Franklin was a man who took morality and self-improvement rather seriously. If they send you mail or email, you ask them to remove you from their list. Done.