Comforting Food Recipes for Shabbat Orthodox Jewish Family Coping with the War in Israel

[@-God-Is1]

I’m here as a Muslim woman who is grieving the deaths of too many civilians both in Israel and Palestine. I’ve watched your videos for a long time as a chance to learn more about Orthodox Jewish life and enjoy some great cooking content. Sending peace and prayers to you ❤️

[@SonyasPrep]

It’s so heartbreaking 😭. Sending you hugs and comfort

[@GraceOfGuadalupe]

My heart breaks for *ALL* in Israel who are hurting and grieving at this time! ❤

[@tecora7419]

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[@veragelever346]

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[@solavie8269]

Yes! It’s so heartbreaking!!! I am praying for peace!!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼💜✌🏼

[@69footballgoats]

I am Muslim and wish for peace and security for everyone - Jewish, Christian and Muslim. Each of us has to strive to treat each other in the best way. In the end, we all want to just raise our families in peace, eat good foods and praise God. Sorry it’s been difficult for yourselves.

[@hankochai]

I’m an American Catholic and my family prays for Israel every day!

[@jeanettepretorius589]

Just know that in this difficult time, there are millions of evangelical christians all over the world praying and standing with Israel and the Jewish people. You are not alone in this world, even if it feels like it. Thank you for your wonderful videos. Lots of love from South Africa. Blessings to you and your family. God bless! ❤

[@trishgibbons8726]

We are indeed praying for our wonderful Jewish brothers and Sister. For God's chosen, Israel xx

[@8lovelynites]

Thank you so much for your support. Our Christian friends play a key role in this horrific battle by praying and speaking out.

[@wendyhoward2699]

And we’re standing for Israel and the Jewish people in Tennessee, as well. I love watching your videos. I not only learn so much about your customs, but learn about your delicious foods you make. Much love and many blessings. Shabbat Shalom.

[@user-Jenn82]

Yes amen! To the Christian’s reading this, please reach out to any Jewish people you know and if you are willing offer to help them in any way we can. Our church has already set up many of us members who are willing to hide the Jews and open our homes to them if antisemitism continues to rise. We have to fight back no more sitting on the sidelines . We as true bible believing Christian’s cannot allow another Holocaust to happen! We have to rise up and fight for Gods chosen people!! ❤️🇮🇱Shalom Shalom

[@pamelaabettis7225]

So agree!

[@Pia-lm7qi]

I'm a Christian who is praying for Israel and All the Jewish people around the world. We LOVE you, stay safe! ❤❤❤

[@susankelty4814]

Dear Sonya, we are all so heartbroken and stressed by what is happening in our homeland and around the world. You and your family are relief for a few minutes. Thank you and Mazel tov. Shabbat shalom

[@alanietakoroisavou8708]

We're praying for Israel from the ends of the Earth. Blessings from 🇫🇯🇫🇯🇫🇯

[@lizzy9975]

I'm absolutely horrified about some of the scenes I'm seeing around the world. History is literally repeating itself. If anyone wonders how the Holocaust happened. This is exactly how it happened. My heart goes out to you Sonya. If you have family in Israel, i hope they are safe. Take care. Israel and Jewish people around the world are in my thoughts and prayers.

[@lizzy9975]

@Step-ny1ro They can't even articulate why they are chanting such vile statements. They have no grip on history and for all our technological progress, they have absolutely no idea of how to conduct some basic research and fire those critical thinking skills.

[@PinkHawk191]

Thankfully my family in Israel are safe at the moment. It's hard to be thousands of miles away from them. I can't talk to my cousins who are in the IDF due to security issues. I wish that I could talk to them just so I know that they are safe. Please keep my family your thoughts and prayers for their safety and that they will come home safe and sound to my family.

[@annaszafraniec8294]

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[@mschenandlerbong8539]

@Step-ny1roThe problem isn't that they arent educated. It's that they were educated by enemies of truth and godliness and wisdom. Modern University.

[@light-tk3pj]

The holocaust happened by Israelis ethnically cleansing another group and taking over their land?

[@user-pg3vo1li6n]

And Sonya please know that the entire world is not antisemitic! I am an Irish Catholic Christian and we here in Ireland with the leadership of our Bishops and Priests are praying for your homeland Israel and your people! We are all with you sweetheart! Much love ❤️, your sister in God! Px

[@saritr28]

Seems that you are the minority who stands by Israel. This is very interesting. Here in Israel we heard your leaders stand by Hamas.

[@user-pg3vo1li6n]

@@saritr28 My dear Saritr, you have obviously been listening to Hamas propaganda! Less than a week ago we had a prayer service in our local cathedral for the victims of the war in your homeland! The Pope is telling us to pray and do what ever we can for you! You are not alone in this struggle, please believe me! Your sister in God, Patricia!❤️🙏🏻😇🕊! Px

[@PamelaClare]

My heart goes out to all who are suffering. Prayers for peace everywhere.

[@connieodom16]

My prayers are always with Israel. I went to Israel in 2019 and it has lived inside of me ever since. I am praying for you and your family and the peace and safety of all Jewish people around the world. Your videos are wonderful. A light in a dark world. Love and God's blessings to you. ♥

[@SonyasPrep]

Thank you so much

[@rebeccakirian5455]

I agree with you. I can feel it in the air. I’m not Jewish but I do stand with Israel.

[@laylaz1394]

You mean you stand with genocide, massacaring children.

[@nicoleboyle9255]

This Apostolic lady from NJ will always pray for Israel and the lovely Jewish people!❤ Beautiful preps and dishes..as always!

[@peggyterschluse9060]

Praying and hoping your day is as beautiful as you are. Congratulations on the upcoming birth of your child. Praying for Israel!

[@isddesigner7]

Thank you so much for these wonderful videos. Praying for your family and Jewish communities both here and in Israel.

[@pamelamagdanz7132]

Thank you Sonya for being such a comfort and light in this trying time. I was transported away from all the trauma to a place of peace and creativity. You are such a! good mother to everyone around you, I'm surprised your name is not Chava. Again thank you. BH! Please give yourselves a big hug for me and know that I am praying now and around-the-clock for you and all of Israel for comfort, protection, parnasa, wisdom v sweet shalom and freedom for our captives. May we all cling tight to HaShem . So much love to you ❤ 💓 💗 💕

[@SonyasPrep]

Thank you for your beautiful message

[@PinkHawk191]

It's been so hard to be a Jew.I have family Israel.Thankfully everyone is ok for right now. I have been attacked online just because I am a Jew.I take time out on Fridays to watch the online streaming Shabbat service from my shul since I don't live close to it. Watching the service helps me to feel at peace during such a difficult time.

[@Fiftynine414]

You have turned your distress to positive actions. God bless you. There’s so much horror out there and so much suffering. God help all those who suffer. I’m a Catholic woman who prays for the Jews and muslims who are enduring pain in this terrible situation. The images haunt me and remind me of how much we need God.

[@user-tr5sv7rv7f]

Merci , c'est tellement réconfortant de voir tout l'amour d'une maman pour faire plaisir à sa famille .Que Dieu vous bénisse ❤

[@laiar3627]

As a christian women, I stand with you and your people 🙏🏻✝️

[@sandralong1181]

praying for all of the innocents who die at the hands of others......

[@irinatelegina8438]

Blessings to you and all the people of Israel!

[@gigisapphire48]

Israel is a beautiful country.❤

[@lisarangihuna89]

I’m a Christian and I recently started observing Shabbat. I’ve found it to be one of the most beautiful and deeply sacred things to do. Watching your videos brings me so much inspiration and joy, you are an excellent cook and a wonderful mother as well as a proverbs 31 woman. May Adonai bless you and your precious mishpacha b’Shem Yeshua. Love and blessings from Australia 🇦🇺 ❤

[@cathielamson4616]

The governments will do as they will. I cannot change that. My prayers are for the safety of all the civilians, and particularly the children, in harm’s way regardless of nationality or religious beliefs. Blessings to all!

[@Aiko2-26-9]

Staying busy doing the things which nurture you and your family is such good advice. I live in Japan and I remember having the same strategy after our terrible earthquake/tsunami/radiation disaster. Too heartbreaking to watch the news yet it's hard to not think about it. May you find peace in knowing God is with you during this frightening time.

[@jackiej5849]

Thank you Sonya for sharing this with us! Your son is so adorable as are all your children🤗 God bless🙌

[@niemanns]

Just found this video but loved it. From a devout Catholic mom who also loves to feed her family with comforting, homemade food, we send our love and prayers to you and your family. Peace to Israel and to all.

[@lyndaalterio1027]

Sonja, this is a prayer for you and your family: Through this gate / May there come no grief. / Into this abode / May there come no malediction. / To this home / May there come no sadness. / From this place / May Peace never depart. / In this family / May there be friendship and joy. God Bless you and keep you and your family safe!! You truly are an amazing person filled with such compassion and love!! ♥♥♥♥

[@SonyasPrep]

Beautiful, thank you 💕

[@txmap]

What a blessing to still have your grandmother around! I hope she had a very blessed birthday.💐 Praying constantly for Israel...

[@iwittges]

Stay strong! I am with Israel. Israel will succeed!!!!!!

[@tessab.2065]

Happy birthday to your grandmother! Everything looks so delicious! Your little guy that helped with the pie crust is absolutely adorable. Continued prayers.🙏🏻

[@dorintaran4147]

Благословений Израилю!!!!и вашей семье !!! ❤

[@tambishirk8890]

Love you and love your videos. Catholic family here. Know we are praying for you and your people. ❤😢❤

[@8lovelynites]

Sonya, I know you are very, very busy and, like all of us, upset. Thank you from the bottom of my Jewish heart for providing some very soothing videos at this time. You are keeping the morale up on the “home front.”

[@claudialozano5729]

You sound so sad that it breaks my heart 😢, may God bless you and your beautiful family🙏🏻🇮🇱

[@nicolesanders4692]

Shabbat Shalom to you and your family Sonya, my daughters and I who love watching your channel are praying for you and your family ❤️ and Israel and the Jewish brothers and sisters hugs 💗

[@LauraGonzalez-iv8qs]

Congratulations on your new baby coming ! I love watching your videos !!

[@karenrichardson4861]

Thank you for always sharing your great recipes. May God bless you, your family and the Jews all over the world. Praying for the comfort, peace and safety of Israel.

[@mariahahn-silva7132]

Sonya, my dear, you exude rays of love, harmony and hope through your cooking from your kitchen. As the Amish expression is "What you do with y our hands, comes from the heart". Thank you for all that you give the world.

[@123scrappygirl]

Sonya, first happy birthday to your grandmother. May Hashem bless her with many more. So wonderful to see you prepping even through these difficult times, but we must not let them win. We hold our heads up high.

[@bebellavia]

Thinking and praying for you and your family. Sending you much love. In these crazy times please know that you are not alone.

[@tynaedwards8452]

I feel the same way when I read all the news from around the world and the strife between countries. I turn my focus inward to the things I can control around my life. Cooking, cleaning, spending loving time with my husband, daughters, their husbands and grandchildren. And most of all I pray very hard. We have a hymn in my faith that says"What a privilege to carry, everything to God in Prayer."

[@gaby2107]

Bear in mind that many of us are standing besides Israel . God will help and grant peace. Praying for all of you.

[@pagingnurserose2215]

Thank you for sharing as I must try these recipes. May the Lord continue to bless you and your beautiful family ❤

[@romymichelson4304]

I love your videos!!! Beautiful imma. From Raisi down in South Africa

[@thk929]

I attempted to watch this full video but I find little comfort anywhere, with my son on the ground in Israel. I’ll return in better times. 🙏

[@SonyasPrep]

sending you a huge hug

[@merseltzer]

Prayers & blessings to you & your family, especially your son.

[@kamathamlavanya3178]

Iam lavanya from India..we are praying every day for all Israel's and their well being...god is with u...we love u always.❤

[@jennic.548]

Thank you for your videos. I think it's a wonderful way to bring us all together.

[@BluntlySpeaking.V]

Im a human and I’m sad that we are capable of raising our hand against each other so easily without having consideration for the life losses is not only the people raising their hands but children, women and the elderly we really need to go on a journey of healing and understanding, the only thing this acts cause is suffering on both sides and the world that is watching. Prayers for a peace agreement and real humanity brotherhood that allows words to have more power than fists ❤

[@brendablaze555]

This is so beautiful precious lady! I love all your videos! Please know I’m praying for you and your family!🙏❤️🧎🏻‍♀️

[@belindadunne4312]

Your son is adorable. Children are such a source of joy, happiness, and simplicity. Thank you for sharing your home life with us. 😊 👍🏻

[@alishaostby4565]

praying for you and for Israel’s people! be blessed. praying for Peace in Israel and Jerusalem!

[@lorascelsi8102]

All we can do is Pray for peace. Endless wars must end, humanity and young peoples lives and future are more important. Love your recipes ❤.

[@HappyMamma]

Praying for you❤ we're living in Israel and praying for peace too. We need all your support in this hard time since we're living very close to the border and not enough security 😢

[@shawndavis824]

We are praying daily for Israel and the Jewish people all over the world. I am praying for you and your family -that God can give you comfort and peace in these difficult times. I enjoyed this video-you pie dough helper is absolutely the cutest. I pray that this upcoming Shabbat gives you a quiet respite from all the ugliness that is taking place.

[@covenant58]

So many prayers lifted for all the families. My heart hurts . Thank you for the beautiful video . Even tho I am a Christian just know we Lift prayers of comfort and we love you all far and near. You are not alone or forgotten .

[@shoshanachavab]

Everything looks yummy. Please pray for us,here in Yisroel. I have four grandchildren in the army down south. Not in Gaza. And a very close friend with a son who has been captured. MY friends other son was injured and after surgery is doing very well and got married last week which I watched in zoo. As they had to make a much smaller wedding. 🥰🌺🙏😍

[@SonyasPrep]

May everyone be safe

[@hurricaneriki]

I've made a lot of Matzoh ball soup over time. And when I found your channel, I tried your recipe. Absolute winner. I meal prepped for a Jewish family and the mom said it was the best Matzoh ball soup, even better than her grandmother. I did your version with the consomme powder from a few years back.

[@SonyasPrep]

wow what a huge compliment, thank you

[@judipepper6066]

A baby is such a blessing💜 we must cherish our children and teach them right from wrong- NO matter what the world says! Read the Bible as a Family folks! Bless you and yours Sonya!love your Channel🙏💜🙋🏻‍♀️NW GA

[@KM-bu8ec]

So gorgeous, Sonya. Everything you touch turns to gold. Keeping Israel in our hearts and prayers. May God's love and peace come soon to dwell in the hearts of all mankind. 🕊️💜🕊️

[@MaryKane-qv5vz]

Israel and its people world wide are in my thoughts and prayers. You are not alone. From a Catholic in Ireland.

[@colleenwillenbrink7256]

Praying for Israel 🇮🇱 and every Jewish person around the world. Love 💕 your KZbin channel!

[@alj770]

Happy birthday to your grandmother from the Negev city of Arad!!

[@SollineF]

Dear Sonya, I commend you on producing some great content during this difficult time. In the midst of all the chaos , people need some normalcy in their lives. Your videos provide women ( and men) with a healthy distraction with your amazing recipes . As caretakers , there is great comfort in taking control of difficult situations by focussing on our families and providing them with nourishment for their soul and their tummies :) Use your gift of producing amazing content to help others who are going through all types of hardships . I recommend your videos to so many of my clients. Please keep them coming . ❤

[@SonyasPrep]

Awwww thank you so much ❤️

[@s.steinberg3853]

Okay we all need extra smiles these days - just smiled seeing you holding the pie crust in place against the counter with your cute very pregnant belly (while you were rolling pie crust out) - new baby coming already helping in the kitchen! Plus: I squeeze lemon juice on apples while cutting up to prevent browning, and just adds a little extra sparkle to flavor of pie.

[@RLF62]

As a busy moma…after a hectic stressful day this was the perfect video to unwind while drinking some hot tea, eating a Donut & relaxing! 🙌🏻❤️ Prayers for y’all and 🇮🇱 Israel!

[@irmanorminton8157]

I have no words... We keep you in our prayers! You are Gods chosen people!

[@AlexiaCoussement]

Praying that innocent civilians are no longer treated inhumanely by war crimes 🙏

[@CynBartek]

I found your channel yesterday (May 13, 2024), Sonya. All meals look delicious. I'm praying for you and family.

[@SonyasPrep]

Thank you so much!

[@lynnb6990]

I am a Evangelical Christian, but will always stand with Israel and all the Jewish people around the world. Love and Prayers 💖💖🙏🙏

[@Tomorrowandtomorrowandtomorrow]

Unity in the community right now is key. Hope this video inspires more people to keep Shabbat this week and every week.

[@thebro3766]

Sonya seeing your children help in the kitchen makes me smile you are so blessed

[@echosackett4757]

Thank you so much for the content that you share. I decided to take a break from obsessively watching the news about Israel and just concentrate on praying instead. Watching your channel today is just what my brain needed. 💖

[@itsabeautifullife9768]

❤❤Be encouraged!! God is with you!! 🙏🙏 praying for this world!!

[@itsabeautifullife9768]

Thanks for all you do!! You're a great Blessing!!! God Bless you & your beautiful family!!🙏🙏❤

[@nicschu456]

Thank you, Sonya. It is hard to keep one`s sanity in this crazy times. Too much hatred and violence😞 and it is spreading like a wildfire. It worries me a lot. Love your videos. Greetings from Germany

[@CarinaPiersay]

I stand with Israel 🇮🇱. My heart breaks for the soldiers and their families (I’m a proud army mom 🇺🇸). You are not alone. Your littles are so cute!

[@jaroffireflies]

Sending you big hugs! Thank you for posting ❤ Am Yisroel Chai 🇮🇱 eta This video was just the most comforting thing 😊 like a big hug all the way through

[@SonyasPrep]

Oh I’m so happy that the video achieved what I hoped it would. Very few can really understand our positions now in the “public eye.” Stay safe, sending you hugs. 💕

[@Arh_ar]

A christian praying for Israel and the Jewish people. Sonya your message and recopes are inspiring. To tale my mond off the terrible tragedy, i have been sewing and stitching and praying. God bless and keep you and yours.

[@SimplyMAReeAHnuh]

Praying that the genocide comes to an end. Praying that the Palestinian people can be free and be home.

[@SonyasPrep]

Praying that the hostages be set free

[@SimplyMAReeAHnuh]

@@SonyasPrep All prayers for all Gods people are possible ❤

[@SonyasPrep]

@@SimplyMAReeAHnuh and yet your own comments proves otherwise

[@babiesrcute1853]

I don't understand why when I say Free Palestine, that is viewed as threat. That doesn't make sense. Are Palestinians not humans like people in Israel? Me asking this question does not mean I hate, it is a legitimate question. I really liked watching your videos, but to see that you are completely discounting the death of innocence on the other side of this border makes me so sad.

[@SonyasPrep]

What makes me sad is the one way directed comments as well

[@wofiewoof]

love all you prepare!! thank you for sharing and being the lovely person you are....israel will prevail

[@shanonnunn4128]

Oh my goodness… your babies eyes are so beautiful 🤩

[@susiepam2716]

Sonya, you sound so sad. Your beautiful family needs you to be strong. Your comfort food made me feel better so much better. I will make some for Shabbat. Am Yisrael is strong. I m sorry that people outside of Israel are also suffering. With our prayers and Psalms and acts of charity, we help our brave soldiers. Be strong!

[@klevatino4525]

I am Roman Catholic and have been praying since this atrocity occurred.I am appalled at the evil that exists in this world 🙏🏻

[@colleen1770]

I am so glad to see you this morning. I want to tell you that my Catholic newspaper has written several articles in support of Israel. We stand with you in these turbulent times. We are covering you with prayer. When your children are grown, they will praise their parents for maintaining a calm household while this was going on. What an amazing example you both set for them. Much love to you all from a Catholic grandma.

[@SonyasPrep]

I appreciate that. So beautiful, thank you

[@careymorrison2764]

Thank you so much for this lovely (and yes!) and comforting video. I find it very easy to be overwhelmed by the world situation and feel hopeless. Your help in finding comfort in supporting our families and ourselves has helped enormously. Please continue to look after yourself and your family. Does your grandmother watch your channel? Your family must be proud!

[@SonyasPrep]

Yes she does, and it’s the sweetest thing

[@catclelland2447]

@@SonyasPrepawww, love your grandma 😊 That’s so sweet

[@tracykucera5116]

Wishing your grandmother a very Happy Birthday 🎉. . Praying 🙏 for you and your family. 🇮🇱

[@minacobo3245]

God is with u . This war is an unnecessary tragedy. But we will see the mighty Hand of God upon His people. I pray safety and peace upon it family. The joy in the Lord is our strength.

[@lindacosta5688]

Praying for Israel and your beautiful family 🙏❤️🙏

[@SonyasPrep]

Thank you

[@ElizaBeth2U]

I am praying 🙏🏻 for you, your family, Israel 🇮🇱 and all Jewish people 🤍💙🇮🇱🇮🇱🤍💙

[@melmil9836]

What a beautiful peaceful video, l must say your son peeking at the camera whilst mixing in the bowl was the cutest thing. Blessings and peace to you and your sweet family from Australia.❤❤

[@sherryarmstrong4683]

Trying to be "normal" during this excruciatingly painful period in history, has to be stressful. Never, did I ever think, I'd see another society, religion or people, singled out just for being. I follow, you and three other ladies and my heart breaks for you as mother's of young children trying to shield them as much as you can from harsh realities in a truly evil world. I pray for a swift victory for Israel! Be safe and know we are praying for you and your family. Amen

[@karenhummel49]

Fantastic video Sonya! Thank you so much for all of the hard work 💙 I was just thinking about making your Matzo ball soup as the weather is chilly 😋 your recipe is the best. Amazing apple pie and breads 👏👏👏Know that so many people around the world and here stand with Israel 🙏🇮🇱🙏 💙

[@jovananikolic4552]

Thank you Sonya for this comforting food recepies ,i have noticed you cook very similar to my country,i have seen a lot of Slavic recepies here,and i have also cooked many of your recepies as well. As an Orthodox Christian i feel as well everything that is going on with this world. My sincere prayers go to people of Isreal and the indjured in Terorisam of Hamas. Let us pray for peace. Much love from my family to yours. ❤

[@SonyasPrep]

🙌

[@melissapiontek3886]

Happy birthday to your grandma! I have to try this no par-bake pie dough recipe 🥧 Thank you for sharing 🤍 Praying every waking hour for Israel, may HaShem bring mighty miracles so this time of tribulation will be remembered for His Sovereignty and the unity and strength of His People 🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱

[@The_Caffinated_Duchess]

I'm so very sorry for what you and others are going through. You don't know me, but I love and pray for you and so many others. Love, from Texas. ❤

[@SonyasPrep]

Thank you so much!

[@whatstheevidence9093]

I’m going to make the matzah ball soup! And you’re inspiring me to try sour dough bread. :) Fellow nurse here. Yehovah bless you and keep you and make His face shine on you and give you peace.

[@bebetigre1252]

Oh you are pregnant! Mazel tov, you vids are my solace and inspiration,thank from the bottom of my heart.

[@Katrin-gf6br]

Hello Sonya❤I'm a new subscriber. Thanks for the recipes, I'm a young mom and your Chanel is just for me 😊😊I learn a lot of good things from you,how to cook, how to keep my kitchen clean and organized. Thanks again, and God bless you and your family ❤

[@olya9524]

Totally agree with you!!! It’s not the same anymore. Just returned from RJC . Be safe!!! Shalom from Alaska ❤️❄️✡️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@kdescossa]

You are a blessing in this world Sonya, love to you no yours .