I joined TNPC last month; however, I still need to write the letter officially terminating my membership at my parents' Methodist Church. You can always write a formal letter to your local church board stating your request and the reasons why.Below, we'll take a look at some of the options available and two sample letters to remove a board member. "I am no longer a member of this church. I do not need your permission, nor do I care whether or not you agree with my decision. "Signed,. Letter withdrawing my forty year membership from my church. I want to discuss how you can respectfully dismiss members from your church when it is necessary. To begin with, let's look at a court case. Except as otherwise provided in the Church's Constitution, the Church shall have no members with voting rights. I have given this decision careful consideration.