To prove that her/his beliefs are a religion for purposes of Title VII, an employee must show
(I) that she/he is a member of an organized established church with other followers.
(II) that her/his beliefs occupy the same place in his/her life as an orthodox belief in God would in the life of someone else.
(III) that her/his religion was a motivating factor in the adverse employment action.

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The employee must show that their beliefs occupy the same place in their life as an orthodox belief in God would for someone else (II) and that their religion was a motivating factor in the adverse employment action (III). While being a member of an organized established church can contribute to proving that the beliefs constitute a religion, it is not required (I). Therefore, the correct choice is II & III.

To Prove That Her/his Beliefs Are a Religion for Purposes