I joined TNPC last month; however, I still need to write the letter officially terminating my membership at my parents' Methodist Church. Such resignation shall take effect at the time specified in the notice, and, unless otherwise specified in the notice, the acceptance of such resignation.The conversation should include why the person is making that decision. You are allowed to resign from a church whenever you wish to do so, no matter what your covenant, church constitution or designated church leader says. 2 Removal for Absence from Board Meetings. Dear Chairman Board of Elders,. I am writing to withdraw my membership from Grace Community Church. Employees who leave without giving at least two weeks' notice or who were terminated for cause may not be eligible for rehire.