While some theologians would try to tell us there is no hell the teachings of Jesus are quite clear about its existence. Purgatory is a place of joy. All those in purgatory will enter heaven. They are destined for heaven however are imperfectly cleansed. Nothing unclean can enter the presence of a holy God.
Purgatory is a time of cleansing.
It is a state to be cleansed of our undue attachments so that we might enter the presence of an all holy God. Purgatory is a place of joy and anticipation because all the souls there will go to heaven to see the King. The final chapter of life on earth is the General Judgment . This is the Second Coming of Christ. When Jesus ascended he said he would return one day.