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.Dear Chairman Board of Elders,. I am writing to withdraw my membership from Grace Community Church. Below, we'll take a look at some of the options available and two sample letters to remove a board member. Easily withdraw your membership from a church with our free Church Membership Withdrawal Letter Template. In the case of a withdrawal a simple announcement that someone has withdrawn from the church should suffice. Keep it short and to the point. I have found some churches deny the withdrawal of membership while under church discipline. I joined TNPC last month; however, I still need to write the letter officially terminating my membership at my parents' Methodist Church.