Gala Eubank Strunk is the Minister of Music/Organist for First Christian Church. In 1978, she came to First Christian as organist. After graduating magna cum laude from Stephen F. Austin State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in music, Gala taught choral music in the public school system. In 1988, she accepted the full time position of Music Director/Organist at First Christian Church, Longview. Gala received her ministerial license from the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in 1993 and became Minister of Music/Organist.

Under her direction, the Music Department consists of numerous instrumental ensembles, as well as vocal choirs and handbell choirs open to children, youth, and adults. These groups participate in worship services and special music concerts throughout the year. In addition, she has served on the Christian Youth Foundation Council for the Northeast Area of the Christian Church in the Southwest.

Affiliations include Texas Choral Directors Association, American Guild of English Handbell Ringers, Choristers Guild, American Guild of Organists, Phi Kappa Lambda, and Association of Disciples Musicians.

Gala is married to Dr. George Strunk. Together they have four children, John Joel, Robin and Ivey. They also have four grandsons and four granddaughters.