Write a letter to or call the church's office and ask to withdraw membership and remove your information from their records. 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. Trespass upon church or school property. "Transferring your letter" is more of a perfunctory act between churches who are merely shuffling members as though they are numbers on a score board.