ElRay LaVar Christiansen (July 13, 1897 – December 2, 1975) was a general authority of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) from 1951 until his death. Christiansen was born in Mayfield, Utah, to Parley and Dorthea C. Christiansen. He studied at Utah State Agricultural College, Brigham Young University, and the University of Utah. Christiansen worked as a high school teacher and principal in various schools. He also worked for the United States Forest Service. Christiansen was a cellist and played with the Utah Symphony Orchestra. He died in Salt Lake City, Utah.