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.I joined TNPC last month; however, I still need to write the letter officially terminating my membership at my parents' Methodist Church. Dear Chairman Board of Elders,. I am writing to withdraw my membership from Grace Community Church. I need a sample letter asking for leniency for a young church member who is charged with a very serious crime (aggravated assault) A nonprofit's bylaws are considered a legal document that dictates how the organization must be governed. She had a template for a letter of church membership that explained that I had terminated my membership in good standing on the effective date. Below is a list of forms that you may download for free from our website. Apply to the court for permission to proceed without paying the filing fee up front.